Gossett Student Athletic Center Now Hiring Tutors

 

Snider Consulting Group Applications are Open Until September 8th, 2024

 

SCG is currently searching for a new cohort of leaders. Students of all majors with five or more semesters until graduation are eligible to apply. SCG searches for members who: display a high level of motivation and leadership, internships, and projects, are outgoing, and confidently adapt to new ventures.


As a part of the onboarding process, new analysts will engage in faculty and EY-led workshops to enhance their consulting expertise and will tackle team-client projects. 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. Members typically spend 2-4 hours a week on SCG activities.


Applications close on September 8th at 11:59pm. More information and the application can be found at: https://sniderconsultinggroup.com/recruitment

Research Fellowship at Stanford Law School

Stanford professor and economist John J Donohue, is seeking 2 full-time Pre-Doctoral Research Fellows to begin work in the summer of 2025. This is a unique opportunity for graduating seniors and recent college graduates to participate in groundbreaking empirical social science, public policy, economic, and legal research.

Past fellows have found the experience to be valuable preparation for graduate school and have matriculated to a number of prestigious graduate, law, and business programs

For detailed information and to apply go here.

Attend the Annual ECON Networking and Career Fair, Sept 10!

Date and Time: Tuesday, September 10th 2024

Location: Stamp Student Union, Colony Ballroom

Learn more and register

The ECON Networking & Career Fair connects students with UMD alumni and employers working in the areas of applied economics research, policy analysis, financial services, and consulting within federal government and private sector organizations throughout the DC Metro area. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to gain tips, learn about career options, and identify job and internship leads from UMD alumni and employers working in the field of economics.

So far, 18 employers have registered, including:

• Berkeley Research Group
• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
• Cornerstone Research
• EY
• Fannie Mae
• Federal Reserve Board
• M&T Bank
• U.S. Census Bureau

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn about job and internship postings and talk with alumni now in the field.

 

Join us for Coffee & Donuts! Weds. Sept 4th

 

Needs-Based Student Housing Subsidy Pilot Program

The City of College Park has launched a Needs-Based Student Housing Subsidy Pilot Program which will provide 120 students a $1,250 grant to pay for housing. Applications can be completed online and will be accepted until September 15th. Additional information can be found on the City of College Park website.

Consulting Job and Internship for Summer 2025 at Cornerstone

 

Analyst
Summer Analyst


Application Deadline: September 15, 2024


Cornerstone Research is actively recruiting for two positions for a summer 2025 start date.


As an Analyst, you will play an important role at Cornerstone Research. You will join the firm as a generalist, providing you the opportunity to work on projects (cases) that span multiple practice areas, including finance, antitrust, intellectual property, consumer fraud and product liability, accounting, and more. Our case teams range in size and typically include an academic or industry testifying expert, senior consultants, and other Analysts. Within a case team, you will make important contributions during all phases of a project—from developing case strategy to conducting complex analyses to preparing experts for testimony. There’s something new to learn every day.

Learn more and apply


The Summer Analyst Program at Cornerstone Research is an eight-week experience that takes place during the summer between your junior and senior years of college/university. We have developed a comprehensive program to introduce you to the world of economic consulting and the culture of Cornerstone Research. It is not required for you to be deeply familiar with the economic consulting industry now – that is what our Summer Program is for.

Learn more and apply


You can talk with recruiters at our ECON Networking and Career Fair on September 10, or the day before at an Information Session.

Paid Internship at the Development Finance Corporation!

Application Due Date: September 4, 2024

Learn more and apply!

The Student Trainee will have the opportunity to apply their background in foreign languages, regional studies, international relations, political science, history, business, economics, or finance to DFC's advancement of U.S. foreign policy. Key responsibilities will include:

- Using related steps, processes, or methods, monitor and analyze political and economic developments in countries in which DFC operates, including for DFC leadership.
- Inventory, aggregate, and narrate DFC's investments, especially to prepare for engagements with foreign governments and key stakeholders.
- Register, escort, and otherwise welcome visitors.
- Set up, attend, and take notes in meetings. Write and circulate readouts that capture the key points and follow-up actions coming out of those meetings.
- Draft tweets and other social media posts.

Paid Internship at the Export-Import Bank

Application Due: September 9, 2025

Learn more and apply!

Come be a part of an agency where you have the opportunity to contribute to the assisting of financing the export of U.S. goods and services to international markets. EXIM is seeking students in various administrative and junior professional positions under the Pathway's Internship Program. The program is designed to integrate the student's educational studies with a wide range of clerical, administrative, and professional experiences that support the mission of EXIM. Whether you have a passion for acquiring or enhancing your administrative skills, or working in a more technical area such as loan specialist or business development, EXIM has an internship for you.

Calling All Juniors! The FDIC Has Two Multiple-Position Internships Leading to Employment

Financial Management Scholars Program - Pathways Internship Student Trainee (RMS)

Financial Management Scholars Program - Pathways Internship Student Trainee (DCP)

Application Deadline: August 22, 2024

The Financial Management Scholars Program (FMSP) is a paid internship that may lead to a post-graduation employment offer as a Financial Institution Specialist, a three and a half year training program leading to professional certification as a commissioned Financial Institution Examiner.

Division of Risk Management Supervision (RMS). FMS will work directly on teams of experienced FDIC employees to evaluate bank operations, business planning, and risk management strategies.  These teams are responsible for assessing financial institutions to determine whether they are following safe and sound banking practices, maintaining effective internal controls and procedures, managing their institutions effectively, and complying with all applicable laws and regulations.  

Learn more and apply.

Depositor and Consumer Protection (DCP). Scholars will work directly on teams of experienced FDIC employees to evaluate bank operations, business planning, and consumer protection practices.  These teams are responsible for assessing financial institutions to determine whether they are following safe and sound banking practices, maintaining effective internal controls and procedures, managing their institutions effectively, and complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including those relating to consumer protection, privacy, community reinvestment, and fair lending. 

Learn more and apply

Beinecke Scholarship for Graduate Study - Info Session with Program Director - 8/28

Are you a junior planning to pursue graduate study in the arts, humanities, or social sciences? Do you have an outstanding academic record? Do you have a high degree of financial need?

 

The Beinecke Scholarship program provides graduate study scholarships to JUNIORS of exceptional, demonstrated academic ability who plan to pursue research-based master's or PhD programs in the arts, humanities, or social sciences after graduation. "Junior" means a student who plans to continue full-time undergraduate study in fall 2025 and who expects to receive a baccalaureate degree between December 2025 and August 2026. The University of Maryland may nominate one individual to compete nationally. 

 

Learn more! In-person info session with Dr. Matthew Loar, Director, Beinecke Scholarship Program, and 2024 UMD Beinecke Scholar, Onyeka Arah!

Date: Wednesday, August 28th

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Place: Edward St. John Learning & Teaching Center B0322

RSVP HERE

Interested but unable to attend? Please contact Dr. Leslie Brice Bustamante at lbrice@umd.edu.

FIELDS OF STUDY: The Beinecke program is open to students planning research-oriented master’s and PhD studies in any field in the arts, humanities, or social sciences. Professionally-oriented degree programs ARE NOT supported.

 

FINANCIAL NEED: Candidates for nomination by the University of Maryland should be recipients of Pell Grants or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of underlying financial need as indicated through the FAFSA process.

 

Who may apply: To be eligible for the Beinecke Scholarship nomination, a student must:

 

• Have demonstrated superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during his or her undergraduate career. Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.7 will be required for nomination; exceptions may be made in extraordinary cases. 

• Be a college junior pursuing a bachelor's degree during the 2024-2025 academic year. 

• Have firm plans to enter a master's or doctoral program in the arts, humanities, or social sciences after graduation. 

• Be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. national from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. 

• Be a Pell Grant recipient as an undergraduate at the University of Maryland or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of underlying financial need.

 

Award Amount: Each scholar receives $5,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school.

 

Duration: Scholars must utilize all funding within five years of graduation.

 

Campus Deadline: February 14, 2025. This is the deadline for submitting a complete draft of the Beinecke application and one letter of recommendation to be considered for University of Maryland, College Park nomination.

 

Website: www.Beineckescholarship.org

Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE) Accepting Applications

Promoting Achievement and Diversity in Economics (PADE) is a program that offers undergraduate students weekly study sessions for core economics classes and networking opportunities with professional economists. PADE participants are encouraged to consider graduate studies in economics or related fields, and receive additional support in applying for internships and jobs related to economics. PADE also aims to increase diversity and achievement among Economics majors, particularly for the BS degree, and more generally in the discipline of economics. You can learn more about the program on our website.

Sophomores and juniors who are economics majors or who plan to take upper level classes in economics are invited to apply by completing the google form here.

Applications are due on August 19th. If you have questions about the program, you may email pade@umd.edu.

Paid U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Fellowship

 

Applications due: September 7, 2024

Learn more!

The International Trade Administration has launched a U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Fellowship pilot program for those pursuing studies in international affairs, economics, business, public administration, and trade.

We’ll be selecting up to 20 students to join one of our Commercial Service international post teams for an eight-week living/learning opportunity in summer 2025, which will include a one-week orientation session in Washington, D.C., and up to $35,000 in financial assistance to cover housing, per diem, and other costs. The program is designed to increase knowledge of the Commercial Service, including career opportunities at ITA and in the field of international trade.

To submit your application electronically, you must register in both Grants.gov and eRA Commons.

We encourage you to begin the registration process several weeks before the September 7, 2024 deadline, as it may take both Grants.gov up to two (2) business days and eRA Commons up to two (2) weeks to register.

2024 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum Tax Adventure August 13

Date: Tuesday, August 13 · 8:30am - 3pm EDT

Location: 1 West Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Register

The IRS Nationwide Tax Forum is the largest annual IRS outreach event for the tax professional community. Faculty, students and alumni from universities can participate in a free, one-day Tax Adventure! Join IRS employees, tax professionals and industry partners to get the latest on federal and state tax issues.

If you’re looking for career opportunities at the IRS, there will be an exclusive recruiting event for qualified applicants. To participate in the recruiting event, students must register to attend both the Tax Adventure and IRS recruiting event.

This event is free for registered attendees. However, attendees will be responsible for any transportation, parking, food or drink costs the day of the event.

Attendees will get to participate in the following:

- Seminars hosted by industry tax professionals and IRS Executives about the latest federal and state tax issues

- Exclusive lunch networking event with IRS employees and industry partners (lunch will be on site but is not included in registration)

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 2025. We are recruiting for ten research assistants for one or two year appointments, preferably beginning between June 1 and August 1, 2025. 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/3497/research-assistant-%28job-id%3a-2024-3497%29/job

 

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree by summer 2025 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 12, 2024.