Exclusive Fall ECON internship at the US Census Bureau!

Application Due Date: May 31, 2026

The Economic Statistical Methods Division of the U.S. Census Bureau is seeking motivated interns interested in developing analytical, statistical, and data‑driven skills while supporting a variety of research and operational projects. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to work that strengthens the quality, coverage, and methodology of key Public Sector and Business surveys and data products used across the federal statistical system.

Interns may support activities such as maintaining and enhancing the Governments Master Address File (GMAF), conducting legislative research to identify government entity changes, and reviewing classification and frame coverage for state and local governments. Opportunities also include assisting with data editing and outlier‑detection research, evaluating statistical methods for surveys, and supporting methodological enhancements such as estimation and measure‑of‑size assessments.
Additional projects may involve identifying and analyzing alternative data sources for capital expenditures, performing literature reviews, documenting data characteristics, and comparing external data to Census Bureau series. Interns may also contribute to seasonal adjustment specification reviews, help automate routine data-processing tasks using open‑source programming languages, or review and test output from automated workflows.

These internships offer hands-on experience with real survey operations, data analysis, research methods, and process documentation. Ideal candidates are curious, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn how the Census Bureau's Economic programs operate and evolve.

Positions are remote-only for Fall 2026. Candidates must successfully complete the background check process. This unpaid internship meets the requirements for ECON386 (internships for academic credit) and is 10-12 hours per week throughout the Fall semester.

This opportunity is exclusive to UMD ECON students and the initial screening will take place within the ECON Career Center. To apply, submit your resume and cover letter using this form by May 31.

You may also attend an application prep session hosted by the ECON Career Center on Tuesday May 19 at 2:30-3:30 pm (register here) or Friday, May 22, 11:30-12:30 pm (register here).

Terps in Real Estate, Finance, and Accounting: Networking Happy Hour

Thursday, May 7, 2026| 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Hip Flask Rooftop Bar | Bethesda, MD


Join fellow Terps working across real estate, finance, accounting and related fields for a relaxed networking happy hour on Thursday, May 7 at the Hip Flask Rooftop Bar.

Whether you’re in development, investments, lending, consulting, corporate finance or building your career in the broader business landscape, this is a chance to connect with others who get your world. Expect great conversations, new connections and a strong mix of perspectives from across the industry.

Come by for a drink, take in the rooftop views and tap into the Terp network in a way that feels easy and genuinely useful.

Link: https://umd.alumniq.com/index.cfm/events:register/home/eventId/3394?openInDeviceBrowser=true

Provost Internship Program - Maryland Administrator Pathways (MAP)

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 May 25, 2026.


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 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!

May 2026 Graduation Survey - Responses Needed!

Seniors, We need you…

Congratulations, Graduation Day is almost here! We’d love to hear about your accomplishments as a BSOS student and your future plans.

Please take 5 minutes to complete the May 2026 Graduation Survey

https://careers.umd.edu/grad-survey 

Whether you’ve secured your next opportunity or are still figuring things out, we want to hear from you! 

All information you provide is confidential. Survey results will be reported only in aggregate form. It will help us improve our student programs. We also use it to show the success of our graduates to future students, employers, and the public.

Congratulations on your pending graduation and good luck in your future endeavors!

Considering your next steps? Review these Feller Center resources.

Give back through one of the BSOS Career Volunteer programs

UN ECLAC Summer Internship Program - Open to current seniors or recent graduates

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is currently accepting applications for our Summer 2023 Internship Program.

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the five regional Commissions of the United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to Governments, as well as support for regional and international cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at www.eclac.org for further information.

The Intern will perform the following duties:

• Research on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, new technologies, and their impact on economic development (with a focus on LAC). 
• Conduct literature reviews to understand the current state of the research topic and its implications for LAC. 
• Summarize and analyze relevant research papers and publications. - Participate in team meetings and discussions.
• Attend relevant conferences, webinars, and seminars. 
• Collect information from official country data, specialized agencies, and other sources. 
• Review and compile the collected data and information, prepare reports, and update databases of the Office, incorporating appropriate tables, graphs, and charts with references. 
• The intern may also be asked to assist in the day-to-day work of the Office if required.

For more information and to apply visit: 

https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/275781?language=en

Managing the Job Search for INFO Students: Accountability Hour

 

Searching and applying for jobs and internships is stressful! Not only can it be hard to know where to start and how to go about the search process, but it almost always includes managing mental and emotional stress. Dealing with anxiety, stress, worry, and insecurity in the job and internship search is both common and normal! This is especially the case in our current moment, as the job market is highly competitive and searches are taking longer than they have in recent years.

Please join Monique McIntyre (Embedded Counselor for the INFO College) and Kevin Kenneally (Program Director for the University Career Center at INFO) for this event that will feature 1) A brief presentation with tips related to how to effectively go about your job search and 2) Unstructured time to actively work on your job search with career and counseling support readily available to you as you have questions.

This workshop is open to all students, but is specifically targeted to students in the College of Information.

Specific accommodations should be requested at least two weeks prior to the event by contacting the University Career Center & The President’s Promise at ucc–studenthelp@umd.edu

Registration link: https://careers.umd.edu/events/event-calendar/managing-job-search-info-students-accountability-hour

CEO@Smith with '99 ECON grad Jay Sunny Bajaj, April 28

ECON students are invited to an exclusive CEO@Smith event on Tuesday, April 28th, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., featuring Jay “Sunny” Bajaj ‘99. A serial entrepreneur, Bajaj will walk you through the highlights of his career, including details on how he grew his company from a startup into a global technology solutions firm serving hundreds of clients and employing thousands worldwide. He will illustrate actionable leadership practices and share meaningful advice for students preparing to launch their career journeys. 

 REGISTRATION LINK

Please register by April 20 at 5 p.m. to save your seat!

ECON Departmental Scholarships - Deadline this Friday, April 17th

  

The Economics Department is pleased to announce the availability of several scholarships for the 2026 - 2027 academic year. A description of each scholarship along with the award amounts and eligibility requirements can be found on our webiste at go.umd.edu/econscholarships. 

 

Online application is available in Scholarship Universe.

Deadline to Apply: Friday, April 17th by 11:59pm

Rawlings Fellows Program Accepting Applications (Rolling Basis)

Looking for a way to make real impact, gain experience, and get paid for it? The Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program at UMD is now accepting applications.

This selective, two-semester experience is open to students from ALL majors who are ready to turn their ideas into action and lead meaningful change.

As a Rawlings Fellow, you will:

 Receive a $1,000 stipend upon successful completion
 Design and lead your own Community Action Project (CAP)
 Intern with a nonprofit or political organization
 Participate in a leadership course and hands-on workshops
 Connect directly with elected officials, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates
 Build the skills to advocate for communities and drive real change

You’ll join a community of student leaders committed to creating transformative, inclusive, and lasting impact—while gaining experience that sets you apart.

The program continues the legacy of Maryland Delegate Howard Peters “Pete” Rawlings, a champion for ethical public leadership.

We’re looking for students who:

• Have at least two semesters remaining (starting Fall 2026)
• Want to make a meaningful difference on campus and beyond
• Are ready to step into leadership and take action

 Apply Now — limited spots available!
 Learn more and apply: spp.umd.edu/rawlings

If you have any questions please reach out to André Vincent at vincenab@umd.edu.

Kind regards,

Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program
University of Maryland School of Public Policy
Thurgood Marshall Hall
7805 Regents Drive
College Park, MD 20742

Alumni Association, Student Scholarship Appliction

The Alumni Association Student Scholarship Application for the 2026-2027 year is open! A total of 15 merit-based scholarships will be awarded of $5,000 each. Applications are due Friday, April 17, 2026 by 11:59pm EDT. 

To learn more about eligibility requirements and to access the application, visit our website at: https://alumni.umd.edu/networks/scholarships-awards.


Scholarship Highlights:
- Have a cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher, show commitment to the university community through on-campus and/or off-campus involvement, and exhibit Terp pride.
- Have completed at least one semester at the University of Maryland, College Park at the time of application and be enrolled full time (12+ credits for undergraduate students and 9+ credits for graduate students or 48 credit hours) during both the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
- Submit a complete, online application by April 17, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT, which includes a completed application and a completed survey submitted by a reference.