tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91675160420242659742024-03-15T16:26:00.752-04:00ECON Undergraduate BlogNews, Updates & Opportunities for ECON UndergraduatesumdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comBlogger3453125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-30290437145657173962024-03-15T16:25:00.001-04:002024-03-15T16:25:23.688-04:00Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Research Associate Information Session<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1dCclewpRSE6v7oAF03FyPvuB-rhsfixB8bva0kIrbqd1JkrdtOrne8k2IeYkVkYN-S34z9TZOaRu1dml3Mbpc3POXCNTiF8aPqjbBZculUZlxKk7_AiRckseFXd65KkDql6NQsH4_pKZ-BOxCtfwwJgykk45Pl9XIMkBSVWGc9lsZSaVspd3nT4wYYU/s1029/unnamed%20(2).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="209" data-original-width="1029" height="65" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1dCclewpRSE6v7oAF03FyPvuB-rhsfixB8bva0kIrbqd1JkrdtOrne8k2IeYkVkYN-S34z9TZOaRu1dml3Mbpc3POXCNTiF8aPqjbBZculUZlxKk7_AiRckseFXd65KkDql6NQsH4_pKZ-BOxCtfwwJgykk45Pl9XIMkBSVWGc9lsZSaVspd3nT4wYYU/s320/unnamed%20(2).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p style="margin-bottom: 15px;"><b>Time: </b>4:30 - 5:30 p.m.<br /><b>Date: </b>Tuesday, April 2, 2024</p><p style="margin-bottom: 15px;"><a href="https://events.stlouisfed.org/event/c3d687b3-f05b-4b9e-8fc6-9a2e828cd9b1/regProcessStep1" target="_blank">Register</a><br /><br />Wondering if Economics is right for you, how to get into the field, what skills you need, what classes to take or where you could take a career in Econ? Join us April 2nd for a discussion on these exact topics with Brian Greaney, Amy Smaldone, and Andy Spewak.</p><p style="margin-bottom: 15px;"><br />Brian Greaney is an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington. Before starting his PhD in Econ at Yale University, he was a Research Associate at Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis.<br /><br />Amy Smaldone is a Senior Research Associate at the St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank. Before joining us, she earned her undergraduate at Rutgers University.<br /><br />Andy Spewak was a Senior Research Associate at the St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank not too long ago, now he is a Senior Workforce Data Analyst at the Federal Reserve Board of Govenors.<br /><br />If you’re interested, please register <a href="https://researchdivisionfederalreservebankofstlouis.cmail19.com/t/t-l-fhhirdd-ehujdujo-u/">here</a>! We look forward to having you join us!<br /><br />For questions contact <a href="mailto:ra.recruiting@stls.frb.org">ra.recruiting@stls.frb.org</a></p><p style="margin-bottom: 15px;">Learn more about the <a href="https://research.stlouisfed.org/RAjobs/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Research%20Associate%20Information%20Session&utm_content=Research%20Associate%20Information%20Session+CID_bf195b1609e03cf40802a8086c2a44ae&utm_source=Research%20newsletter&utm_term=About%20the%20Research%20Associate%20Position" target="_blank">Research Associate </a>positions.</p>Ronda B Anstedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05467560824960718393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-41060685031875561212024-03-14T12:49:00.002-04:002024-03-14T12:56:59.553-04:00Housing Policy Council Look for UMD ECON Major for Paid Summer Internship<b>Application Due Date</b>: April 5 (apply by March 22 for best consideration)<br /><br />HPC is seeking a Summer Intern/Research Assistant to work at our Washington, D.C. office. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure and build business acumen.<br /><br />The Housing Policy Council (HPC) is a nonpartisan trade association representing the nation’s leading participants in the housing finance market. The President of the HPC, ED DeMarco, is a member of the <a href="https://www.econ.umd.edu/alumni-and-giving/members">Economic Leadership Council</a> and is a strong supporter of our ECON undergraduate program. The <b>Summer Intern/Research Assistant</b> will assist the HPC staff with a variety of projects pertaining to mortgage policy, capital markets, membership, events management, government relations and administration. In conjunction with HPC staff, the intern will:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Utilize mortgage databases to analyze data and generate reports on the mortgage market’s structure, size, and performance</li><li>Provide research assistance in the drafting of internal memos, research papers, and comment letters on pending regulations</li><li>Attend and report on Congressional hearings</li><li>Assist with logistics for HPC’s Annual Meeting</li></ul><b>Required qualifications for this position include:<br />Education:<br /></b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior in a bachelor’s program at an accredited academic institution. Economics majors preferred.</li></ul><b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<br /></b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Strong organizational skills.</li><li>Takes initiative and problem-solves.</li><li>Ability to follow-through on projects and to operate within deadlines.</li><li>A strong desire to learn and to work hard.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).</li></ul>The schedule for this position is 24-32 hours per week. This internship is expected to begin in <b>May 2024</b> and last up to three months. <b>The Summer Intern/Research Assistant will work at HPC’s Washington D.C. office three designated days per week.</b> There will also be an option to telework one designated day per week.<br /><br /><b>To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Kelly Rohrer at</b> <a href="mailto:recruiter@housingpolicycouncil.org">recruiter@housingpolicycouncil.org</a> The deadline to apply is April 5th.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Pay rate for this position is $20 per hour.<br /><br />umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-65117847274593315782024-03-14T09:51:00.001-04:002024-03-14T09:51:32.909-04:00The Wellness Series: Dealing with Disappointment<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="764" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0nEKCDIrKjiU1U044SbPuskw7XmST5GmNP0eR5ORteZQBhX0AbhAEO0OK2CG_99QblTTS4Y6mapvbbrRcMLgz3LdUqv88uVieI9AnoL1zqRoS_ezJDQjlCUHJOO7YhGlUNtZkjIXJfPAEHRvJf6gsTHG83RtwDqx1Sx6rP3lgtbckNplxjcI4sumI8E5M/w463-h278/Screenshot%202024-03-14%20094431.png" width="463" /></div></div><br />This session will help you manage life's frustrations and bounce back from disappointment when things don't go the way you want or expect. Coping skills like mindfulness, gratitude, and growth mindset will help you come to term with these feelings and find your "grit" to move forward.<br /><br />Advanced registration is not required. Please know that this is a skill-building session and is not a confidential therapy space. The session will close to new participants 15 minutes after the start time. More information about all Wellness Session topics can be found at <a href="http://counseling.umd.edu/wellness" target="_blank">counseling.umd.edu/wellness</a><br />umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-66994125101343698112024-03-12T09:06:00.002-04:002024-03-14T12:45:59.747-04:00A paid internship opportunity in the federal government<p> <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><img height="171" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhEPhQZ8fkpLKNLbpZeP54atJ12ZclDECd0WCNaZg4GwZgpcTYyLhhkGjp-rv0jhKM3EA2GO4fEe2DpW3yFXBbr4u_ORjNS7h_S9BmDVPGhhhegtga6VLLstbrZZcF5JCMoOy_IvL5irp-t7uanlAr_XEpPr3WcDAqNbDAZrAnwxroQy2vVKkb5TYDC6Q1E=w513-h171" width="513" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Join us in paving the way for a brighter future</b></div><br />Applications are open now for the fall 2024 <a href="https://gogovernment.org/fellowship/future-leaders-in-public-service-internship-program/future-leaders-in-public-service-internship-program-fall-2024/?utm_campaign=2024%20Future%20Leaders%20in%20Public%20Service&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=297678813&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9v5lTsUI8E4kIj4KmkjCSwIuP1wuNuJ3UDd7gEXAmBa0gLihtMu7pO8-HSg7860wPPFBwofHz1EVmgRnjvUQvPeB6W9w&utm_content=297678813&utm_source=hs_email" target="_blank">Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program.</a><div><br /></div><div>The program helps bring diverse young talent to government and offers students the opportunity to apply their educational training to work at a federal agency. </div><div><br /></div><b>Undergraduate, graduate and professional students from across disciplines</b> are welcome to apply. <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><img height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhbaN89YmQnTV_1NNfce1VQP2zClwDHUI-W9Khc-4UpC_w_RjscXvvIrFqKbwP82kvqJNrk9CRw5XhDDAnSzOhS9rFhSX0hY1P8FJdg39ZS5i4-9bT6Kf7-yl1eYrDujP-ewgBV3J-T13zhgdI6almZX-ySQ00pgTaqO7NfwJXtzCQKxqDxTtzvsgJ2tqqA=w512-h268" width="512" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>Future Leader Benefits:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The Internship Program includes:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">- A <b>10-12 week in-person or virtual internship</b> at a federal agency.<br />- <b>Stipend funding</b> to help cover expenses. <br />- <b>Professional development</b> and <b>networking</b> events.</div><br /><b>The fall 2024 program offers various opportunities</b> for candidates to pursue based on their interests.</div><div>Visit <a href="https://gogovernment.org/fellowship/future-leaders-in-public-service-internship-program/future-leaders-in-public-service-internship-program-fall-2024/?utm_campaign=2024%20Future%20Leaders%20in%20Public%20Service&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=297678813&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_Ef_1JbAp4ItOr22hUy6tgVn4kPp2LurSde4Fa2e7mOf1i0buhE25zCC-gGH6kxBWrPEgFkcVEItRPG9XIHGZ0EQyqcw&utm_content=297678813&utm_source=hs_email" target="_blank">this page</a> to learn more <br /><br /><br /></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-89276165573573859942024-03-07T14:00:00.000-05:002024-03-07T13:59:44.630-05:00Reminder: ECON Departmental Scholarship Application Open<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://go.umd.edu/econscholarships2024">https://go.umd.edu/econscholarships2024</a></b></span></span></p>Shanna Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14844688541911802899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-1783214949056313212024-03-06T12:41:00.006-05:002024-03-07T13:55:55.934-05:00Environmental Career Panel- Chesapeake Bay Foundation<br />Join the <a href="https://www.cbf.org/">Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s</a> (CBF) <a href="https://www.cbf.org/about-cbf/our-mission/advocate/bay-advocacy-institute.html">Bay Advocacy Institute</a> for a virtual panel discussion<br />on environmental careers on Thursday, April 18th , from 5:00-6:30PM.<div><br />Students are invited to hear from professionals across the fields of restoration and conservation, and<br />panelists’ career paths, challenges, opportunities, and more. <a href="https://events.cbf.org/bai-panel">Registration is required, available online,</a><br /><a href="https://events.cbf.org/bai-panel">and FREE.</a></div><div><br /></div><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-2e78b11b-7fff-f013-72a4-b7a8b40903da"><span style="font-family: Aptos; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="border: none; display: inline-block; height: 739px; overflow: hidden; width: 571px;"><img height="577" src="https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/c2UFHikFfZo9D5WV-bY9UiJrf3AW7n02X4F-EVkEMXyvK2wXpeAIP54Yihs4z_jnMfPD30nSXvAGcZ2NDStvHATX5O8wWoluesLi_pTEL8GWkHZJcLSZVNg4pOD_dcbb8FmuHWnHcCrMNBIi99Lvkw=w445-h577" style="margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" width="445" /></span></span></span></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-51441355077791173392024-03-06T12:25:00.000-05:002024-03-06T12:25:02.535-05:00Terrapins Connect Pride Mentorship Program<a href="http://link.peoplegrove.com/ls/click?upn=u001.ygrx-2B-2FGK6vHkwkAZDpiwCTphQIdoY6gY2BpCMlCJi671FzVfN5jIZOgwmlyWScfCsKCpeKSEakcDhj1JlRu21I2eFbxXAkBSQthv8fwx5r9lYwVHDuKBY5okwRbiAlXLNVQElZRrxWXISEdiqYUjPQ-3D-3D3txH_8LMLaHIr9qUWsYOLEVe5UlkbAhZvi7DEV4HLRnmoAaTCtF17rXz0m6LsrMVYQb0aL-2BDb-2Fr3pG-2FW-2BSEee-2Bd31YFPOpCHyjMqvQAdp689UP7l-2FL4v6pkQWmYMn8DLad-2Bnj5TIDAnnMrPO4axW8xh5f4RHU0L0gd-2Fxx3RjWIeBfvX067kMr6zsG00mbAfdMjfbtyeGPbVXrGfWg468yBy5cUewtnj0Fo41YOYSiykm6eLVCw38em8mUo5xJuSFqC9QKDIEANttDP3pjaHKvjvknrA-3D-3D" target="_blank">Apply by March 11</a><div><br />This program is a 6-week mentorship program designed to bring together talented LGBTQ+ students and their allies and connect them with experienced alumni. Mentorship offers many opportunities — promoting career and scholarly success, helping in career exploration, and building important, lasting relationships with others. The program will run from <b>March 26-May 3, 2024</b>.<br /><br /><i>Note there will be a limited number of spots for mentors and mentees. By joining the program you are not guaranteed to be matched, though we will do our best to match all interested parties.</i><br /><br />For any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Manager of Alumni Volunteer Programs, <a href="mailto:emlane@umd.edu" target="_blank">Erica Lane</a>.<br /></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-83825142736955141892024-03-05T16:19:00.005-05:002024-03-05T16:19:48.812-05:00Neil Moskowitz Economics Lecture <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Q0Hfsrtqh2M_r5D8_fET8twfD5-4hDPQwJwNHNU-1Mvi_ErqHOZzvPgLRLt14o8BDVGcKbVAkI60DyX0x8OzRYdAK4Io_EdmWveIMV2MlCdA4iYZYkGmoFqy7TaB3WPx0dyv0zdMnBABzNfXNBQedea3I84R_ZOYAnQEmNdvo2xaSP2g9g001X3m1US_/s1804/Eberly%20Vertical%20Neil%20Moskowitz%20Economics%20Lecture%20(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1804" data-original-width="1394" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Q0Hfsrtqh2M_r5D8_fET8twfD5-4hDPQwJwNHNU-1Mvi_ErqHOZzvPgLRLt14o8BDVGcKbVAkI60DyX0x8OzRYdAK4Io_EdmWveIMV2MlCdA4iYZYkGmoFqy7TaB3WPx0dyv0zdMnBABzNfXNBQedea3I84R_ZOYAnQEmNdvo2xaSP2g9g001X3m1US_/w309-h400/Eberly%20Vertical%20Neil%20Moskowitz%20Economics%20Lecture%20(1).jpg" width="309" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Shanna Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14844688541911802899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-77187227653760305042024-03-05T09:00:00.000-05:002024-03-05T09:06:42.045-05:00EAM Economics Speaker Panel <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOKCUwjfH2Jv5XUQHfrS77QZFn95tkqlLmbAsAZq0bX6LDSr3XWwzyuiR152QJPefYzCA3AdQpB-T9c_NGpHxfTjbWPrUgjiPKoPESo3hTAEoQu0c8mb-8nr_KWbIn3bLMp6w76dyW9eGRTNCsH9F7aW2M3FUjfGBAMhieB_l55NRYQj0EbMvabXhEm8tm/s2245/March%207%20Speaker%20Panel.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2245" data-original-width="1587" height="405" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOKCUwjfH2Jv5XUQHfrS77QZFn95tkqlLmbAsAZq0bX6LDSr3XWwzyuiR152QJPefYzCA3AdQpB-T9c_NGpHxfTjbWPrUgjiPKoPESo3hTAEoQu0c8mb-8nr_KWbIn3bLMp6w76dyW9eGRTNCsH9F7aW2M3FUjfGBAMhieB_l55NRYQj0EbMvabXhEm8tm/w286-h405/March%207%20Speaker%20Panel.png" width="286" /></a></div><br />Join the Economics Association of Maryland for an open discussion and Q&A session with economics PhD students! They will be discussing research, jobs, programs, and the graduate school experience! <p></p><p><b>Date</b>: March 7, 2024 at 7pm (Doors open at 6:30)</p><p><b>Location</b>: STAMP room Nanticoke 1238 </p>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-27008692943083402122024-03-04T13:16:00.001-05:002024-03-04T13:16:10.049-05:00Volunteer for Maryland Day 2024!Join the Department of Economics at <a href="https://marylandday.umd.edu/" target="_blank">Maryland Day 2024</a> on Saturday, April 27th !<br />Maryland Day is the University’s annual springtime open house and is always a day of<br />learning, fun, and discovery for the UMD community and our neighbors. We are looking<br />for students interested in volunteering alongside ECON staff to help lead departmental<br />activities (like a fun risk aversion game that rewards players with candy. and speak to<br />members of the public and prospective students about the major.<div><br /></div><div>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 <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjiF9tZklpRFQMzKdwIUG3nB6XTfB6x9huZcYCyChYJQRhsA/viewform" target="_blank">Google Form</a> with your contact information and availability to be added to the list.</div><div><br /></div><div><div>As the date approaches, you will be emailed with additional information about the event.</div><div>If you have any questions in the meantime, please email David Tana</div><div>(dvtana@umd.edu).</div></div><div><br /></div><div>See you at Maryland Day!</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHvngSPkaIiCtXkh5rCuHTnvU7foqJzsNQ5UzfTE0qPUdtdxHDzdL9CIc1GhkXaDNlBvGK2wOMxr6536-qulwS7p7q7MD4L1tB-TTfZ0Bd6WluGQdaS1He8zEtOZECO1FBUy-db2OtBbXP4c1mOzYQAGvphEbCyc0WOQA4dEWdizaQVSNyxxE14IvWPmxl" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="394" data-original-width="697" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgHvngSPkaIiCtXkh5rCuHTnvU7foqJzsNQ5UzfTE0qPUdtdxHDzdL9CIc1GhkXaDNlBvGK2wOMxr6536-qulwS7p7q7MD4L1tB-TTfZ0Bd6WluGQdaS1He8zEtOZECO1FBUy-db2OtBbXP4c1mOzYQAGvphEbCyc0WOQA4dEWdizaQVSNyxxE14IvWPmxl" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-63610181245576058432024-03-04T09:48:00.000-05:002024-03-04T09:48:08.559-05:00Economics Internship at the Food and Drug Administration<div style="text-align: left;">The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) invites undergraduate juniors or seniors, or master’s students majoring in Economics, Data Science, Information Systems, Public Health, or other Statistics-related fields to apply for an internship with the Economics Staff in the Office of the Commissioner. Selected interns will assist members of the Economics Staff in setting up processes to improve workflow and conducting economic analyses of major FDA policies and regulations related to food, human drugs, medical devices, biological products, tobacco products, and animal drugs and feed.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Internships will be for at least one academic semester and require a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. Intern positions are unpaid; however, students may be able to earn college credit. U.S. citizenship is required of all interns. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Candidates must have at least Junior Standing and have completed classes in econometrics and intermediate microeconomics, or similar classes on computational methods for data analysis by the time of the internship. Competitive candidates are detail-focused, have strong communication and writing skills, and can work independently. We encourage candidates to apply who have experience with Microsoft 365 including Access, Excel, Word, and SharePoint Online; analytical software such as STATA and R; and applications such as Python.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Application packages must include a <b>cover letter</b> and <b>current resume</b>. Include in your cover letter a <b>statement of interest</b> and an <b>acknowledgement that you are applying for an unpaid, 16 hour-per-week internship</b>. Include in your resume a <b>list of relevant courses</b> and a <b>declaration of citizenship</b>.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>To be considered for this internship, please send your application package to <a href="mailto:ECONInternship@fda.hhs.gov" target="_blank">ECONInternship@fda.hhs.gov</a> with the subject “Fall 2024 FDA Econ Internship” by midnight on March 29, 2024 . Only applications received via email will be considered.</b></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-19349739279158872612024-03-04T09:40:00.004-05:002024-03-04T09:40:50.863-05:00Department of Defense Hiring Financial Roles On-CampusCalling all business, economics, management, or other financially adjacent majors! The Department of Defense Financial Future program will be <b>actively hiring for open full-time rules, on-campus on Monday, March 11!</b> More registration information on the event is available at the following links:<div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Hiresmith: <a href="https://smith-maryland.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101187757" target="_blank">https://smith-maryland.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101187757</a></li><li>Handshake: <a href="https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/events/1488610" target="_blank">https://app.joinhandshake.com/emp/events/1488610</a></li></ul><b>DoD Financial Management Information and Recruiting Session</b><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>5:30-7pm on Monday, March 11</li><li>Van Munching Hall 1505</li></ul><b>DoD Financial Management Recruiter On-Campus Office Hours</b><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>12-4:30pm on Monday, March 11</li><li>Van Munching Hall 3</li></ul><b>DoD Financial Management “Employer of the Day” Desk</b><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>12:30-3pm on Monday, March 11</li><li>"Employer of the Day" Desk in VMH</li><li>More info here: <a href="https://smith-maryland.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101187757" target="_blank">https://smith-maryland.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101187757</a></li></ul></div></div></div></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-21472817825235974042024-03-01T16:27:00.003-05:002024-03-01T16:27:45.278-05:00FDIC Student Trainee Economist Position This position is located in the Division of Insurance and Research, Headquarters of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and provides support in the areas of projects related to enhancing the Corporation's programs for identifying, monitoring, and addressing existing and emerging aggregate risks to the Corporation's deposit insurance funds. This Internship will begin Summer 2024.<div><br /><b>Duties</b><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Performs research and compiles financial and economic information related to existing and emerging risks to the Corporation's deposit insurance funds.</li><li>Maintains and updates various office files to include work papers, data files, and records.</li><li>Use various computer software (e.g., spreadsheet, database, presentation, mapping, design, and economic) to extract data and generate reports to support staff.</li></ul><p>For more information and how to apply please visit <a href="https://www.usajobs.gov/job/779366900?share" target="_blank">USAJOBS</a>.</p></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-26498649840321365162024-03-01T14:46:00.008-05:002024-03-01T14:48:45.589-05:00MAIR Info Session<p>The Master of Arts in International Relations (MAIR) application for Fall 2024 is OPEN. Students with junior standing in the current academic year, 2023 - 2024, are eligible to apply. Deadline for Best Consideration is March 15, 2024.</p><p>We invite any students interested in the program to attend our hybrid information session on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at 4:30 PM EST.<br /><br />Please register for Zoom option using this <a href="https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsc-2gqzIqGNLnQmPlM6KRIy3Mj86AfIOh">link</a>. <br /><br />OR<br /><br />You can join us to Meet & Greet the Faculty & Staff IN PERSON at:<br />Conference Room 2113 Chincoteague Hall, Second Floor. <br /><br />For more information about the program, please visit our <a href="https://gvpt.umd.edu/graduate/mair">website</a>. <br /><br />The application can be found <a href="https://gvpt.umd.edu/graduate/mair/application">here</a> on GVPT's website<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. </span></p>Shanna Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14844688541911802899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-77747188959095463892024-03-01T09:11:00.001-05:002024-03-01T09:11:44.700-05:00Sophomore Externship - RISE@AGThe Rise@AG externship will be held in-person in our Boston office from Monday, August 12 through Friday, August 16. <b>At the end of the program, you will have the opportunity to have a final round interview for a 2025 summer internship offer.</b> While the program will be hosted in Boston, you will have the opportunity to interview with your first office preference from any of our 9 US offices. All costs will be covered including travel, accommodation, meals, etc. for the week-long Externship. <br /><br /><b>Qualifications:</b><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Current undergraduate student who expects to graduate in either winter 2025 or spring 2026 and who identifies as Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American/Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Minimum of 3.3 GPA</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Passion for using data and analytics</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Enjoys working in a collaborative environment</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Available for a full week-long, in-person program in August 2024, and must have legal authorization to work in the United States</li></ul><b>Recruiting Process:</b></div><div>We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis with the opportunity closing on <b>Sunday, March 17, at 11:59 p.m. (ET)</b>. The recruiting process consists of one 30-minute behavioral based virtual interview. We will inform you of an interview decision two weeks post your application submission. To be considered, we ask that you submit: A resume</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>A statement of interest (approx. 600 words) describing your background, why you are interested in this externship, and what skills and experiences you are hoping to gain. Please include your office preference for a summer 2025 internship.</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>An unofficial transcript</li></ul>If you have any questions, feel free to contact our DE&I Recruiting Team at <a href="mailto:deirecruiting@analysisgroup.com" target="_blank">deirecruiting@analysisgroup.com</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div>The full job posting and application can be found here: <a href="https://analystcareers-analysisgroup.icims.com/jobs/2179/sophomore-externship---rise%40ag/job?mobile=false&width=1104&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240" target="_blank">APPLY HERE!</a></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-9094841232787707692024-02-29T15:34:00.001-05:002024-02-29T15:34:31.692-05:00 ECON Employer/Alumni Panel in DC<p><span style="background-color: white;">T</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;">he next ECON Employer/Alumni Panel is on Friday, March 8th in the UMD MS in Applied Economics DC Suite (1400 16th St. NW, Suite 140, Washington, DC 20036) from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. The event will start with a brief panel introduction and then you'll have the opportunity to meet with representatives from:</span></p><ul style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;"><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of International Affairs</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">Nasdaq</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">Federal Housing Finance Agency</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">Commodity Futures Trading Commission</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">American Institute for Economic Research</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)</li><li dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 15px;">Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)</li></ul><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;">Additionally, it is a great opportunity to see the DC location (and grab lunch downtown). We occasionally have events there, and the MS program associate director will be there if you are considering applying to a master's program after graduating. She is happy to talk options, as she worked before pursuing a graduate degree and has experiences in the private industry, academia, and consulting.</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://forms.gle/45nRjW54RPMatn1C7&source=gmail&ust=1709324149336000&usg=AOvVaw3L0DbqpqgEltZ7uCkbCZZv" href="https://forms.gle/45nRjW54RPMatn1C7" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><b>Register here</b>.</a> If you have questions, please contact the MS Program Associate Director, Amanda Kerr (<a href="mailto:ACKerr@umd.edu" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">ACKerr@umd.edu</a>).<br /></p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;"><b style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Event Date:</b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> Friday, March 8th </span><br style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><b style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Event Start Time: </b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">12:00pm to 1:30pm</span><b style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> </b><br style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><b style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Event Location:</b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> </span>1400 16th St. NW, Suite 140, Washington, DC 20036</p><p style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: georgia, serif; font-size: small;">Directions to the suite:</p><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-family: georgia, serif;">See the Google Maps link to the building: <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://goo.gl/maps/9iyWzQ2DG39Lxwsh7&source=gmail&ust=1709324149336000&usg=AOvVaw1D3LH5HfQRLlnh9HUV4ySn" href="https://goo.gl/maps/9iyWzQ2DG39Lxwsh7" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/maps/<wbr></wbr>9iyWzQ2DG39Lxwsh7</a>. </span></i></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-family: georgia, serif;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-family: georgia, serif;">We are in suite 140 (on the main floor). After you enter the foyer, walk past the Embassy of El Salvador, turn left just before the concierge's desk, and walk to the end of the corridor; the UMD suite 140 is next to the University of Notre Dame's suite.</span></i></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-2053896279071504182024-02-29T15:21:00.000-05:002024-02-29T15:21:00.186-05:00Pride Alumni Mentorship ProgramApply to be part of the Pride Alumni Mentorship Program, a 6-week virtually facilitated mentorship program designed to bring together talented LGBTQ+ students and experienced alumni. The program will run from March 26 - May 3, 2024.<br /><br />Note there are a limited number of spots for mentors and mentees so apply today!<br /><br />For more information and how to apply please visit <a href="https://terrapinsconnect.umd.edu/hub/umd/programs/pride-mentorship-program/about?showBack=true" target="_blank">Terrapins Connect</a>.umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-52474821973559365112024-02-28T15:05:00.003-05:002024-02-28T15:05:26.368-05:00IRS Hiring Opportunities<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">The Research Applied Analytics and Statistics Division (RAAS) of the Internal Revenue Service has announced several</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><b style="color: #222222;">INTERN positions</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">through the Federal Pathways Program on USA Jobs. These positions and links are listed below.</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"><br /></span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778893100&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw1ceVMiub0EO3EKGHcKDzxB" href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778893100" jslog="32272; 1:WyIjdGhyZWFkLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3Nnxtc2ctZjoxNzkyMTcyOTk2NzIxOTU3NTc2Il0.; 4:WyIjbXNnLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3NiJd" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Student Trainee Statistician, GS-1599-4<br /></a><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778819200&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw397zcdhLy-p8OB3dGyTEDm" href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778819200" jslog="32272; 1:WyIjdGhyZWFkLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3Nnxtc2ctZjoxNzkyMTcyOTk2NzIxOTU3NTc2Il0.; 4:WyIjbXNnLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3NiJd" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Student Trainee Economist GS-1599-4<br /></a> <br />AND</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />The Research Applied Analytics and Statistics Division (RAAS) of the Internal Revenue Service has announced two <b>RECENT GRADUATE positions</b> through the Federal Pathways Program on USA Jobs. These positions and links are listed below.<br /> <br /><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778816300&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw3AuQwSiJksFIImigk8pdPS" href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778816300" jslog="32272; 1:WyIjdGhyZWFkLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3Nnxtc2ctZjoxNzkyMTcyOTk2NzIxOTU3NTc2Il0.; 4:WyIjbXNnLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3NiJd" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Economist, GS-0110-7/9 External<br /></a><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778818400&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw3-GIi0EoTGuicDxUD4vmo-" href="https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/778818400" jslog="32272; 1:WyIjdGhyZWFkLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3Nnxtc2ctZjoxNzkyMTcyOTk2NzIxOTU3NTc2Il0.; 4:WyIjbXNnLWY6MTc5MjE3Mjk5NjcyMTk1NzU3NiJd" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-7/9 External<br /></a> <br /><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.jobs.irs.gov/find-job/students&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw3Uyr8yuJo8qIqIb90OjInj" href="https://www.jobs.irs.gov/find-job/students" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">IRS Pathways Intern Program</a><span style="color: black;"> - This program is available to students enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions, with full-time and part-time paid opportunities to work and explore Federal careers while still in school. Interns may be appointed to 1) positions that align with students’ academic career goals or field of study and are expected to last until participants complete their academic program requirements, with eligibility to convert to permanent positions in the competitive service upon successful completion of program; OR Interns may be appointed to 2) temporary positions expected to last less than a year, for purely temporary work (no eligibility to convert to the competitive service).</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;"><br /><u></u><u></u></span><span style="color: black;">Our employees are committed to serving the American taxpayer. We strive for a culture that values innovation, welcomes multiple perspectives and celebrates diversity. We are a world-class organization responsive to the needs of our customers in a global environment while applying innovative approaches to customer service and compliance. Our approach to development will be complemented by a forward-looking talent management strategy that considers future business and stakeholder needs.<br /></span><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about-us/who-irs/our-business-divisions&source=gmail&ust=1709235761748000&usg=AOvVaw2o0HLr8LJ-zkPkEdgTd9sP" href="https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about-us/who-irs/our-business-divisions" target="_blank">Click here</a><span style="color: #222222;"> to learn more about the RAAS business division. The IRS is an excellent place to start a career: we offer great benefits, robust training, numerous advancement opportunities, and a flexible work environment. </span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: inherit;">For more information, visit the IRS Careers Website</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you would like to discuss this or other upcoming vacancies or if you would just like more information about IRS RAAS. Questions may be directed to <a href="mailto:RAAS.Recruitment@IRS.gov" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">RAAS.Recruitment@IRS.gov</a>.<br /> </span></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px 0px 12pt;"><u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px 0px 12pt;"><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px;"><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px;"><u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px;"><u></u><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px 0in 6pt;"><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px 0in 6pt;"><u></u></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin: 0px;"><u></u></p>Shanna Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14844688541911802899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-25301648370771318262024-02-27T16:50:00.001-05:002024-02-27T16:50:18.465-05:00Career Shuttle: U.S. Department of State (Register by March 1)<p>Travel with a small group of students to hear about career paths at DoS as well as learn from subject-matter experts on the fundamental aspects of the DoS and other topics relating to pressing current policy issues. The event will conclude with a guided tour of the National Museum of American Diplomacy.</p><p>This event is exclusive to BSOS students!</p><p><a href="https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_0TEQQtZmcyMOmQS" target="_blank">Learn more and register</a></p>Ronda B Anstedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05467560824960718393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-24919525741122341582024-02-27T16:06:00.000-05:002024-02-27T16:06:01.919-05:00MLT College Career Prep Program for Black, Latinx, and Native American Students: Applications Due March 15<p>If you attended the ECON Employer/Alumni Panel on February 16, you probably remember Jade Thompson who graduated last year and now works for Bank of America. She is an alumni of the MLT College Career Prep program and credits it for her current job.</p><p>The MLT College Career Prep program provides college sophomores with personalized guidance, effective tools, and a powerful professional network to secure highly competitive internships and early career opportunities in all industries and will a special focus on consulting, financial services, and corporate management.</p><p><a href="https://mlt.smapply.org/prog/career_prep/" target="_blank">Learn more and apply here</a> or attend the information session below.</p><br /><b>Career Prep Information Session</b><br /> Event Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 <br />Starts: 6:00PM – 7 :00pm EST <br /><br /><a href="https://careerprepinformationsession12.splashthat.com/">Register Now</a>Ronda B Anstedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05467560824960718393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-60060080434159351952024-02-22T16:27:00.003-05:002024-02-22T16:27:30.464-05:00UMD Summer Language Institute Experience <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipDTxEcRW0CsuExxtZwSZ2MvmfMBMh6hazAxvg3cFaDwP83F5Qyr8GXfTDglfRvHgx3T4k8NUCDPOEd5NmhkcVVUs-NTO4HPJYWH1qUm0mz_Iahb8nnVR7Xgyk-9zv00ohInWLyxMjocQpT5ZXs0KO9j04hghwlsVEtMBi3r_FA_P-Cn8v0Xc7OVY55y2M" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="259" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEipDTxEcRW0CsuExxtZwSZ2MvmfMBMh6hazAxvg3cFaDwP83F5Qyr8GXfTDglfRvHgx3T4k8NUCDPOEd5NmhkcVVUs-NTO4HPJYWH1qUm0mz_Iahb8nnVR7Xgyk-9zv00ohInWLyxMjocQpT5ZXs0KO9j04hghwlsVEtMBi3r_FA_P-Cn8v0Xc7OVY55y2M=w460-h259" width="460" /></a></div><p></p><div>The <b>UMD Summer Language Institute</b> <wbr></wbr>offers an intensive language-learning experience for students looking to study Arabic, Persian, or Korean over the Summer. During a <b>9 week program</b>, students cover the equivalent of one year's worth of language study and receive <b>12 UMD language credits</b> that can count toward any Major, Minor, or University requirement. In addition to intensive classes taught by instructors with years of experience, the program offers a vigorous curriculum of cultural activities to help improve student's knowledge of the Arabic, Persian, or Korean speaking world. </div><div><br /></div><div>The program offers flat-rate in-state tuition, and is available to all UMD students, non-UMD students, graduate or undergraduate students, working professionals, and High School Juniors and Seniors. Classes are offered at many levels, including for complete beginners, so if you've ever thought about learning a language but don't have time during the academic year, this summer could be your chance!</div><div><br /></div><div>To learn more and apply, please visit our website <b><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sllc.umd.edu/special-programs/arabic-persian/summer-langage-institutes&source=gmail&ust=1708723293682000&usg=AOvVaw3VcjXbzUXV84QahX_0Q011" href="https://sllc.umd.edu/special-programs/arabic-persian/summer-langage-institutes" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">here</a> </b>or reach out via email at <a href="mailto:umdsi@umd.edu" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">umdsi@umd.edu</a></div>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-31372831013863004182024-02-21T13:47:00.007-05:002024-02-21T13:47:54.689-05:00Intern For A Day Opportunities for ECON Majors<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZI3N7UjYACawCQYh_FaaZJPgOGm0WMWjY1DtUd2Rxg3O68dg1HJdY5RWwlDYGheBrIp6298Zs5MfG_i-82SoTmIHy3xTlykPpADZEDvdDwmdNGnnAuYSRarijxjAtouJoDjU70aTnnaaPERH8OqV4Eyz-p9TuhFu9_Wake9_BIXZdWvyDAREM_muCUT0/s1080/2_25%20-%20InternForADay_Square%20(1080%20x%201080%20px).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZI3N7UjYACawCQYh_FaaZJPgOGm0WMWjY1DtUd2Rxg3O68dg1HJdY5RWwlDYGheBrIp6298Zs5MfG_i-82SoTmIHy3xTlykPpADZEDvdDwmdNGnnAuYSRarijxjAtouJoDjU70aTnnaaPERH8OqV4Eyz-p9TuhFu9_Wake9_BIXZdWvyDAREM_muCUT0/s320/2_25%20-%20InternForADay_Square%20(1080%20x%201080%20px).png" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Have you heard that finding a job or internship is all about networking? Does the thought of networking make you want run and hide in your room? Or do you simply not know quite how to network? The Intern for a Day Program can solve all the problems and more!<p></p><p>This program gives you the opportunity to talk to an employer, learn more about the world of work, and make connections that just might help you in your career. This semester, we've found <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Pc-rcW7tX09GdDmoB9qKpvI2xrgfPZH-mQXOo_XxWTY/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">over 40 employers</a> that you might be interested in meeting, either in-person or virtually.</p><p>For example, if you intern with <b>UBS Financial Services</b> or <b>Robert W.Baird and Co. Inc</b>, you can learn all about wealth management.<span> </span></p><p>If you're interested in international work, the <b>US State Department</b> is virtually hosting two interns.</p><p><span>The </span><b>Potomac Institute for Policy Studies</b> wants to host student at their office.</p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Pc-rcW7tX09GdDmoB9qKpvI2xrgfPZH-mQXOo_XxWTY/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">And many more!</a></p><p>Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the world of work and start building your network today!</p><p><b>Virtual orientation and applications are due by February 25</b>. <a href="https://fellercenter.umd.edu/IFAD-BSOS" target="_blank">Learn more.</a></p>Ronda B Anstedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05467560824960718393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-80394714848564364992024-02-21T12:38:00.000-05:002024-02-21T12:38:01.642-05:00 Federal Summer Internships at Three AgenciesInterested in working for the federal government? Do you want to apply your ECON degree in interesting ways? Then you'll want to check out the multiple opportunities at these three agencies:<br /><br /><a href="https://blog.umd.edu/bsos/2024/02/19/secret-service-internship-summer-2024-apply-today/" target="_blank">Secret Service Internship Summer 2024</a> (Will be attending the<a href="https://fellercenter.umd.edu/career-planning/meet-employersalumni/career-internship-fairs" target="_blank"> UMD Career & Internship Fair</a>, Friday, Feb 23, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm)<br /><br /><a href="https://blog.umd.edu/bsos/2024/02/21/defense-intelligence-agencys-2025-summer-internship-program-sip/" target="_blank">Defense Intelligence Agency’s 2025 Summer Internship Program (SIP)</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blog.umd.edu/bsos/2024/02/15/paid-opportunity-fbi-honors-internship-application-for-summer-2025/" target="_blank">FBI Honors Internship Application for Summer 2025</a> ( Will be attending the <a href="https://fellercenter.umd.edu/career-planning/meet-employersalumni/career-internship-fairs" target="_blank">UMD Career & Internship Fair</a>, Friday, Feb 23, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm and the <a href="https://fellercenter.umd.edu/psyc-exploration" target="_blank">UMD Psychology Career Exploration Night</a>, March 5, 2024)<br /><br />The Feller Center is happy to meet with students working on federal applications, etc. Schedule an appointment through <a href="http://TerpEngage." target="_blank">TerpEngage. </a>umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-78183891480398365532024-02-21T09:08:00.003-05:002024-02-21T09:08:46.204-05:00IAP Summer Discovery - Looking for Applicants!Apply to be an IAP Summer Discovery leader! Summer Discovery is a 3-week, residential program for incoming, first-year IAP students to be introduced to various elements of college and the campus before the start of the fall semester. <br /><br />Discovery Leaders will receive 3 weeks of on-campus housing, an on-campus dining plan, and a $2,500 stipend. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Chelsea Cesaro-Sanchez at <a href="mailto:ccesaro@umd.edu" target="_blank">ccesaro@umd.edu</a> by Thursday, February 29 2023.<br /><br />To learn more about the Discovery Leader position <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/10sFLblY0Ff7At0tgTy_4npM1eEezCveMdKONRbg9qGs/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">please see the link here</a> to view the job description. umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9167516042024265974.post-1960212279796864972024-02-19T09:17:00.000-05:002024-02-19T09:17:26.378-05:00Voyager-Obama Scholarship for Public Service - Sophomores with Financial NeedThe <a href="https://www.obama.org/programs/voyager-scholarship/" target="_blank">Voyager Scholarship, administered by the Obama Foundation </a>and supported by AIRBNB founder Brian Chesky, <b>supports students planning careers in public service</b> by providing up to <b>$50,000 for college costs AND transformative travel experiences.</b><br /><br /><a href="https://today.umd.edu/two-students-awarded-voyager-scholarship-by-obamas-airbnb-co-founder" target="_blank">Click here to meet UMD's TWO Voyager Scholars for 2023, Astrid Mendoza and Shreya Jha!</a><br /><br /><b>Important: The Voyager Scholarship is for students who are Sophomores in Spring 2024, <i><u>who have demonstrated financial need</u></i>, have a GPA of at least 3.0, and plan to pursue careers in public service.<br /><br />Learn about applying for a Voyager-Obama Scholarship by attending our <i><u>info session on Friday, February 23 at 4 pm</u></i> - <a href="https://umd.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMpfu-rrTMoGdRhLS0dkrKnxTHIvsZMy8Mz" target="_blank">click here to register!</a></b><br /><br /><b>Application deadline:</b> March 27, 2024 (application opens February 7, 2024)<br /><br /><a href="https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_bNsTNpJYD0KvnzT" target="_blank">Sign up here for access to our ELMS Resource Site for the Voyager Scholarship!</a><br /><br /><b>Benefits of the Voyager Scholarship:<br /></b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Financial aid up to $50,000: Students will receive up to $25,000 per year in “last dollar” financial aid to cover remaining tuition and/or living costs for their junior and senior years of college.</li><li>Students will design their own summer voyage between their junior and senior year of college with a budget of $10,000.</li><li>10-year travel stipends: After graduation, Airbnb will provide the students with a $2,000 travel credit every year for 10 years, totaling $20,000.</li><li>Access to annual Summit Meetings</li></ul><br /><b>Eligibility: to apply for Voyager Scholarships students must:<br /></b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Demonstrate financial need (as determined by FAFSA)</b></li><li><b>Be finishing their sophomore year in Spring 2024</b></li><li><b>Plan to enroll full-time as a junior in Fall 2024. </b></li><li>Have four (4) semesters or six (6) quarters of full-time academic coursework remaining before graduating</li><li>Have a <b>minimum grade point average of 3.0</b> on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent</li><li><b>Have demonstrated a commitment to public service</b></li><li><b>Plan to pursue a career in public service upon graduation</b></li><li>Be a United States (U.S.) citizen, U.S. permanent resident (holder of a Permanent Resident Card), or an individual granted deferred action status under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA).</li></ul><a href="https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_bNsTNpJYD0KvnzT" target="_blank">Learn more - sign up here for access to our ELMS Resource Site for the Voyager Scholarship!</a><br />umdECONhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01252947825211217561noreply@blogger.com