New Winter 2026 Education Abroad Class: "A Green Giant? Environmentalism and Technology in Germany, Today and Yesterday."

Explore the history and future of green technologies in Munich! This three credit study-abroad course will focus on Germany’s role as an economic and technological powerhouse and its claim to be a global environmental leader from the 1930s to the 2020s. Topics include the roles of scientists and engineers during and after the Nazi dictatorship, the complicity of big business in the Holocaust, and the rise of environmentalism and of green technology in recent decades. Munich is an ideal site to study these issues. We will work with curators at the Deutsches Museum, the world’s largest museum for the history of science and technology, tour the Dachau concentration camp memorial site, and visit the BMW factory.
 
The deadline to sign up is 9/30. You can earn credit for one of these three-credit courses: HIST252, ECON258G, ENES269Z, GERS262, CPSP279G, and PHPE308Q. This course also counts as an elective for the Sustainability minor, as an elective for the STEP minor, and as a practicum for the STS Scholars program under the ENES designation. Scholarships are available.
 
To learn more, visit the Fall 2025 Study Abroad Fair in the Stamp Grand Ballroom on  Wednesday, 9/10, from 2pm-5pm, or an information session on Wednesday, 9/17, at 5 p.m. in 2120 F. S. Key Hall. You can reach the program leader, Dr. Thomas Zeller, at tzeller@umd.edu. Details are also at go.umd.edu/germany-HIST

ECON Career Fair Attendee Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems has internship position!

The Maryland State Retirement and Pension Systems is currently hiring for a Summer Investment Associate Intern. The Maryland State Retirement Agency (the “Agency”) is the administrator of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (the “System”). The System is a multi-employer, public employees’ benefit retirement system composed of twelve (12) separate retirement and pension systems with additional plan components, covering approximately 205,000 active members and more than 175,000 retirees and beneficiaries.
The Investment Division of the Maryland State Retirement Agency seeks two bright, highly motivated individuals to join our Investment Associate Internship Program. Each Intern will have a hands-on opportunity to apply what has been learned in the classroom to a real world, large-scale investment operation. The interns will be assigned special projects, learn how to utilize financial software, and work with experts who are responsible for investing the plan assets of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, totaling approximately $73 Billion as of June 30, 2025.

The Interns, like our Investment Team, must maintain a positive team management approach and be both results driven and creative problem solvers who work together to assist the team in managing our global multi-asset portfolio.

The Investment Division is committed to providing professional work experience that will give the Investment Associate Interns a complete understanding of the institutional investment process and to provide a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces both analytical and innovative thinkers. Interns will have the opportunity to work on special projects in one or more areas including Public Equity, Fixed Income, Real Estate, Private Equity, Compliance, and Accounting and Operations.


Application Due Date: 10/17/2025 11:59:00 PM
Learn more and apply

BSOS Suit Yourself Student Award- priority deadline Sept. 12

 BSOS Majors: Need professional clothing for an upcoming fair, interview, internship, or networking event?

The BSOS Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning is sponsoring the Suit Yourself Professional Clothing Award, which supports BSOS undergraduate students who need financial assistance to purchase professional clothing for an upcoming interview, networking event, or professional conference. This is a one-time $200 award to current BSOS undergraduate students. 

Complete the very short application before 12 pm on September 12, 2025. Questions? Contact the Feller Center's Career Planning team via email, bsoscareers@umd.edu.

Read more and apply

Full-Time Opportunities at the Penta Group

Penta Group is the world's first comprehensive stakeholder solutions firm headquartered in Washington D.C.. We focus on helping organizations better engage with the most important stakeholders in their business ecosystem. Students majoring in Economics have been an excellent fit for our organization over the years, and we wanted to spread the word about our full-time Associate & Analyst openings with start dates in Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2026.


The link to our application portal is here and it will close on Friday, September 19th, at 11:59 pm ET.


Additionally, we will be holding a virtual information session for interested students in the next few weeks. Applicants who are interested can sign up here to receive further information about the date & time of the session once it is confirmed.

On-site Info Session with Edgeworth Economics

Edgeworth Economics, an economic consulting firm based in Washington, D.C. will be hosting their third annual Open House recruiting event this fall for students graduating with their bachelor’s or master’s degrees between now and June 2026.



We would love for students from the University of Maryland to join us! Please feel free to share this information with your students and encourage them to RSVP using the link, or they may reach out to Kamaren Kelton directly with any questions at kkelton@edgewortheconomics.com.



Event Details
📅 Thursday, October 9, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST
📍 Edgeworth Economics Office, 1111 19th Street NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, D.C. 20036



Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with current consultants, tour our office, and learn more about careers in economic consulting at Edgeworth. Light refreshments will be provided.

Get Consulting Experience with on-campus Snider Consulting Group!

Snider Consulting Group is currently searching for a new cohort of leaders to invite to the team. Students of all majors with five or more semesters until graduation are eligible to apply. 

SCG is currently partnered with EY. As a part of the onboarding process, new analysts will engage in numerous faculty and EY-led workshops to enhance their consulting expertise and work on benchmarking analysis for the remainder of the semester. After establishing a foundation of management consulting knowledge and understanding SCG's inner operations, new members join the ranks as consultants and tackle client projects in the upcoming term.

Applications open September 3rd and close on September 12th! Feel free to reach out to us at scgumd@gmail.com and check out our website (https://sniderconsultinggroup.com/) for more information and to apply!

Announcing Fall 2025 Do Good Institute Opportunities

I want to share several upcoming opportunities from the Do Good Institute. Some of these programs have deadlines approaching in the next few weeks (September 14 is the first deadline for several programs), so I encourage you to take a look!

The Do Good Institute (dogood.umd.edu) offers immersive programs, funding opportunities, and internship experiences that prepare Terps with the skills, experiences and resources to Do Good throughout their lives. There are several upcoming programs and opportunities you may be interested in for this fall:

Experiential Programs | Deadline: September 14

• Changemaker Pathways: Want to Do Good but don’t know where to start? Explore ways that you can Do Good in your personal, professional and educational life through this 6-week experiential program for first-year, second-year and transfer students. Register now through September 14 at go.umd.edu/changemakerpathways.

• Impact Bootcamp: Take your passion and turn it into progress. Have an idea for impact but unsure where to start? Need help improving your existing efforts? Start or strengthen your social impact alongside fellow changemakers through this 6-week developmental program for students or teams with new ideas or existing initiatives. Register now through September 14 at go.umd.edu/impactbootcamp.

• Accelerator Fellows: Spend the semester scaling and developing your social impact project or venture and receive a $2,000 stipend. Accelerator Fellows is a great fit for students or teams currently in the implementation stage of their work. Apply now through September 14 at go.umd.edu/acceleratorfellows.

Funding Opportunities

• Mini-Grants: Receive $500 in funding to support your social impact on or off campus. Mini-Grants are available for individuals and teams with student-led, student-run proposals engaging in fundraising, service, advocacy, entrepreneurship, research or other activities to Do Good. Apply now through September 14 at go.umd.edu/minigrants.

• Do Good Campus Fund: The Do Good Campus Fund supports the substantial efforts happening across University of Maryland, aimed at reimagining learning and serving humanity both inside and outside the classroom. The Provost and the Do Good Institute will award up to $320,000 this academic year to faculty, staff and student groups for projects to commence in summer or fall 2026. Application opens on September 15 until November 3 at go.umd.edu/dogoodcampusfund.

Opportunities to Learn More

• Information Sessions: New to UMD? Heard of Do Good Institute but don’t know what we do? Join one of our in-person or virtual information sessions to learn about the Do Good Institute, what we offer, and how you can get involved. Learn about our immersive programs, funding opportunities, and internship experiences available to help you make a difference while at UMD. Sign up at go.umd.edu/newtodgi.

Even more opportunities will open in the spring, including the social impact competition, Do Good Challenge (January 12) and the social impact sector internship program, Impact Interns (January 12). To learn more about the Do Good Institute and its program, check out their digital brochure (go.umd.edu/digitalbrochure) and stay up to date on program deadlines, follow the Institute on Instagram (@DoGoodatUMD) or sign up for their newsletter, Do Good Now (go.umd.edu/dgnnews). #dogoodumd

On Campus & Part Time Jobs Meetup

Location: Atrium, STAMP Student Union

All University of Maryland, College Park students are invited to explore paid, part-time job opportunities on campus or in the College Park vicinity at the biannual On-Campus & Part-Time Jobs Meetup.

Register on Handshake!

Apply to join Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE) -- applications due August 21

Economics majors who are interested in pursuing careers or graduate studies in the field are welcome to apply to join Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE). Students who participate in PADE receive mentoring, tutoring and support for relevant coursework, and the chance to speak with professional economists about their careers and research.  PADE aims to increase the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of those entering the Economics profession.  You can learn more about the program here:  https://econ.umd.edu/undergraduate/promoting-achievement-and-diversity-economics-pade 

 

PADE is a year-long program that offers study sessions and extra office hours for core classes like ECON321, 325, and 326, and MATH140 and 141. PADE students are supported by Professor Jessica Goldberg, the program’s faculty director, as well as a graduate assistant, and staff in the advising office.  At the beginning of the semester, program staff meet with each student to set personal academic and professional goals, and to agree to a schedule of weekly academic meetings to help achieve those goals.  Those meetings may include regular study sessions or participation in a reading group, with the opportunity to explore the economics research about topics of interest to students.  

 

PADE participants will also have the chance to network with economists working at organizations such as the Federal Reserve Board, the World Bank, and the Brookings Institution, and will receive support in applying for summer internships, on-campus research assistantships and to graduate school in Economics (or related disciplines).

 

The expected time commitment during the academic year is 3-4 hours per week, including time spent reviewing material or assignments for other economics or math classes taken to fulfill requirements for a major in Economics.  Participants receive one credit for Econ 399 each semester.

 

To apply, fill out the form at https://forms.gle/8Tqqb59QU1zL9npL6.  Applications are due by August 21.

Research Assistant opportunity at the Brookings Institution!

The Economic Studies Program at the Brookings Institution is conducting our fall Research Assistant recruitment, for positions starting in summer 2026. We are recruiting for ten research assistants for one- or two-year appointments, preferably beginning between June 1 and August 1, 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates!

Read more here: https://www.brookings.edu/join-the-top-ranked-think-tank-for-domestic-economic-policy/

Apply here: https://careers-brookings.icims.com/jobs/3711/research-assistant-%28job-id%3a-2025-3711%29/job

 

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree by summer 2026 in Economics, Mathematics/Statistics, Public Policy, or other Social Sciences with a minor in Economics and will need to submit a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and an unofficial transcript. The application deadline is October 15, 2025.

Fall 2025 Course - ECON298I Start-Up Nation

ECON298I Start-Up Nation? Tech Entrepreneurship in Israel
Instructor: Aner Tal
TuTh 2-3:15 Online
Fall 2025

Uncover the fascinating ecosystem fueling Israel's tech dominance. This interdisciplinary course delves into the cultural, historical, and social factors, examining pivotal moments and individuals in the nation's dynamic startup landscape.

Note: This course is only acceptable as elective credits and will not meet any ECON major requirements. 

Leadership & Involvement Scholarships

 STAMP is pleased to offer several Leadership Scholarships, providing between $500 and $2,000 awards to an incoming or current student during Fall 2025.

Learn more and apply HERE

ECON Panel Discussion: The Trade War

Join us for an expert discussion of the U.S. trade landscape, including macroeconomic effects, incidence and efficiency, and political economy considerations. 

When:

Thu, May 1, 2025 - 1:00PM - 2:15pm

Where:

McKeldin Library Special Events Room, 6137

Host:

Department of Economics and University Libraries

The panelists from the Department of Economics are:

Sebastian Galiani, Daniel Reck, and Luminita Stevens. 

Rodler-Wood Endowed Scholarship Application is open

The Rodler-Wood Endowed Scholarship Application is open in Scholarship Universe. Applications for this LGBTQ Studies and community focused award are due April 28th. The Rodler-Wood Endowed Scholarship provides $1,000 to support student success in their upcoming academic year.

Award Selection Criteria (Selection is based on one or more criteria)

• Demonstrated financial need

• Academic interest in LGBTQ Studies

• Extracurricular activities on behalf of LGBTQ issues

• Hardship based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity

Students at any level (undergraduate, master's, doctoral) who will be returning for the 25-26 academic year are eligible to apply for the award.

Application Materials to be submitted in Scholarship Universe

• Please submit a 1-2 page written statement detailing qualifications based on the award selection criteria of the Rodler-Wood Scholarship.
• Please upload a PDF of your unofficial transcript.
• Please request a letter of recommendation.

Please contact wgss@umd.edu if you have any questions. 

Internship Opportunity - Maryland Administrator Pathways (MAP) Program

Dear University of Maryland Students,

I am excited to share an incredible internship opportunity with you. Maryland Administrator Pathways (MAP) is a unique program that pairs students with an on-campus unit and exposes them to the inner workings of the university. This paid internship is designed for students with an interest in a career in higher education administration and will offer rehire potential and post-graduation employment opportunities!

Through this program, you will learn how the university operates on a day-to-day basis, including how resources are allocated, how decisions are made, and how different departments work together to achieve common goals. You will have the opportunity to interface with staff from a range of departments, learn about multiple functional areas of the university, and receive training and professional development for career readiness! 

As a participant in the MAP program, you will benefit from:

• One-on-one mentorship from experienced administrators on campus

• The opportunity to work on projects and initiatives that align with your interests and career goals.

• Monthly professional development workshops and networking events with other MAP interns and university staff.

• The chance to build relationships with key staff on campus and a cohort of like-minded peers, while gaining exposure to different areas of the university.

If you are interested in applying for the MAP program, please click here to learn more and apply! The deadline to apply is April 30, 2025.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the program, please don't hesitate to contact us at MAPintern@umd.edu.

I hope you will consider this incredible opportunity to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful contribution to our university. Apply now to MAP your path to excellence in higher education administration!

Scholarships for Unpaid Internships - Bright Futures Initiative and Sustainability Unpaid Internship Scholarship

Bright Futures Initiative: Unpaid Internship Scholarship

Application Opens: Monday, March 31, 2025

Application Closes: Monday, May 5, 2025

 

The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,250 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships.

 

Eligibility

• A secured unpaid on-campus and off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency for summer 2025.
• A new internship experience during summer 2025 and completed by the start of the fall 2025 semester.
• Supervised by a professional in the field.
• Registered UMD undergraduate students returning to campus for Fall 2025.  May 2025 graduating seniors are not eligible.
• Preference will be given to those who have not previously received this scholarship.

 

This scholarship is generously funded by the Eisen Family, the University Career Center & The President’s Promise, and individual donors through Maryland Giving Day.

 

Sustainability Unpaid Internship Scholarship

Application Opens: Monday, April 7, 2025

Application Closes: Friday, May 2, 2025

 

The Sustainability Internship Scholarship will help off-set expenses associated with an unpaid internship.  Scholarship awards ranging from $1,000-$1,750 are available to help offset expenses.

Eligibility

• The internship must be related to sustainability or with an organization that aligns with the UN’s organization aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
• A secured summer unpaid internship with a nonprofit or government agency.
• Supervised by a professional in the field.
• All undergraduate class years are welcome to apply. May 2025 graduating seniors are not eligible. 

 

This scholarship is made possible through a partnership between UMD's Student Government Association, Office of Sustainability and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise.

Tristate Financial Advisors (Florida Financial Advisors) UMD Info Session

Tristate Financial Advisors (Florida Financial Advisors) x UMD Visit

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Location: Van Munching Hall, Room 2511
Free Chick-fil-A provided!

Tristate Financial Advisors will be hosting an engaging info session led by John Scriffiny, Regional Vice President of the DC Market. The session will cover current opportunities with Tristate, what sets their firm apart, and what they look for in successful financial advisors.

This is a great chance for students to learn more about careers in financial advising, network with a leading employer, and enjoy a free meal!

Students can view the full event and register here: View & Register on Handshake

**Note that there is a capacity limit of 20 ECON majors so register now if interested!

UMD MS Applied Economics Online Info Session

Join us for a virtual information session on the University of Maryland's Master's in Applied Economics Program on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET. This information session will feature a detailed presentation about the program as well as a Q&A with our program directors, Dr. John Straub and Dr. Filipe Lage de Sousa.

Zoom registration link: https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/rDekJok4Q4S_RGKWoWpnfA#/registration

For questions, please contact cpmasters-econ@umd.edu.

UMD Summer Language Institutes - Arabic, Korean & Persian

Learn Arabic, Persian or Korean this summer at UMD's Summer Language Institute! Get an entire year's worth of language learning through classes, cultural activities, field trips, and individualized tutoring and conversation practice while earning 12 UMD credits. 

Apply by the upcoming priority deadline of April 11th to be considered for merit and need-based scholarships. Reach out to umdsi@umd.edu with any questions, and learn more here: https://sllc.umd.edu/special-programs/arabic-persian/summer-langage-institutes.

BSOS Student Communication Survey

 

The BSOS Student Services team wants to hear from you. We invite all BSOS undergraduate students to participate in the Student Communications Survey. This is your chance to share your thoughts on what communication systems work, any frustrations you’ve encountered, and where you think we should be heading in the future. Your feedback is essential in helping us ensure that communication with BSOS is clear, effective, and engaging.

Survey Link: http://go.umd.edu/bsoscommunicationsurvey

BSOS Senior Snapshots '25 (50 Days to Graduation)

 

BSOS Senior Snapshots '25 (50 Days to Graduation)

Tuesday, April 1st |  11 am - 2 pm

Feller Center- TYD 2118

RSVP for event updates via Handshake

In celebration of the 50 days until graduation, the Feller Center in BSOS will host a Senior Snapshot session! Stop by to take your branded BSOS photo and pick up your "BSOS Graduation Mug" while supplies last!

 The Feller Center offers a festive backdrop and fun props for you to choose from, allowing you to share your post-graduation plans with their network. Just bring your phone so we can snap the photo for your use!

 If you have questions, contact the Feller Center's Career Planning team at bsoscareers@umd.edu. *Open to BSOS undergraduate BA/BS students graduating in May 2025, August 2025, and December 2025.

 

Volunteer for Maryland Day 2025!

Join the Department of Economics at Maryland Day 2025 on Saturday, April 26th !
Maryland Day is the University’s annual springtime open house and is always a day of
learning, fun, and discovery for the UMD community and our neighbors. We are looking
for students interested in volunteering alongside ECON staff to help lead departmental
activities (like a fun risk aversion game that rewards players with candy. and speak to
members of the public and prospective students about the major.

Volunteers can staff the table in two hour shifts from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the day and will get a free Maryland Day t-shirt for lending a hand. Please fill out this Google Form with your contact information and availability to be added to the list. Please note that shifts will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis.

As the date approaches, you will be emailed with additional information about the event.

If you have any questions in the meantime, please email David Tana

(dvtana@umd.edu).

See you at Maryland Day!

Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program

The Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program, is a great opprotunity for students interested in public service and becoming leaders in their community.

The program is looking for students who have at least two semesters remaining at the start of Fall 2025 and are interested in being change-makers. Thanks to the generous support of the Institute for Public Leadership, successful applicants will receive a $1,000 Fellowship upon completion of the program.

Prospective students can learn more and apply at this link.

Application Deadline: Monday, March 24th
Point of contact: Any questions can be directed to the Rawlings Program Coordinator, Maleeha Coleburn (cmaleeha@umd.edu).

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Reminder: ECON Departmental Scholarships

 

for detailed information and to apply visit: go.umd.edu/econscholarships

Classroom to Careers THIS Thursday- OPEN TO ALL!

Classroom to Careers: Public Policy Alumni Expo

Thursday March 6, 2025 6pm-8pm in TMH

Join us for Classroom to Careers: Public Policy Alumni Expo, an exciting opportunity for UMD students to hear directly from alumni who have built successful careers across a wide range of public policy sectors, such as:

• International policy
• Social policy
• Budget/economic policy
• Management and consulting
• State and local policy
• Philanthropy/nonprofit work
• Environmental sustainability
• Science and technology policy

All are welcome! Hear firsthand from experienced professionals about the real-world applications of public policy, as well as the diverse career paths you can pursue after graduation. Don’t miss this chance to network, ask questions and get inspired by the paths that await you in the world of public policy.

Mark your calendar—this is an event you won’t want to miss!

This event is open to all UMD students!

Neil Moskowitz Economics Lecture - March 12th

 

Applications Still Accepted for the UMD Fellows Program!

Call for applications for the University of Maryland Fellows Program (Maryland, Federal, or Global Fellows)! Open to all majors!

Apply Now! Apply by Sunday, March 16, 2025 for second wave consideration!
Are you interested in gaining professional experience in federal, state, or local government; non-profits; international organizations; embassies; think tanks and more? Apply for the UMD Fellows program (formerly Federal and Global Fellows), a one-year program that combines a fall seminar and a spring internship. We offer a unique opportunity to integrate your academic learning with real world experience and professional development. Join a passionate, multi-disciplinary, and engaged student cohort and become a life-long member of a thriving network of over 2000 alums!

Program Perks Include:

• A Fall Seminar Course, taught by expert practitioners, meets once a week, mostly scheduled in the evenings. (Each seminar is cross-listed with Honors).
• A Spring Internship for 3-9 credits that you can register for through our program or through your own major’s experiential learning course. The program connects you to internships through our rich network and partnerships with prestigious sites such as foreign embassies, congressional offices, the Maryland General Assembly, federal agencies, Maryland state agencies,nonprofits and many more!
• Professional Development Opportunities including site visits, resume and cover letter workshops, personalized one-on-one coaching, interview preparation, and much more!
• Earn transcript notation as a Maryland, Federal, or Global Fellow.

Prospective Student Virtual Information Sessions are open to all! Join us to learn about the program and the application on one of these two days:

1. Friday, March 7, 2025, 11:00 pm-12:00 pm, Zoom Session
2. Friday, March 14, 2025, 2:00-3:00pm, In-Person; Fellows office (2407 Marie Mount Hall, University of Maryland)

You may also drop into our office at 2407 Marie Mount Hall anytime between 10:00am-3:00pm M-F!

For more in depth information visit the UMD Fellows Website. You can also connect with us on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or X.