Public Policy & Stakeholder Engagement Associate at The Partnership for Public Service

Application Deadline is Friday, March 20.

We are seeking a candidate who is available to start in Washington, DC at the end of April or early May 2026.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Partnership is seeking a Public Policy & Stakeholder Engagement Associate to help support and execute the Partnership’s policy and advocacy agenda, conduct policy analysis and research, produce policy products, coordinate events, and engage stakeholders in the Partnership’s work. This important role will support the Policy team’s work to respond to real-time policy developments that affect public servants and government operations as well as its work to craft policy proposals and advocacy strategies to enact larger-scale federal government reforms.

The Associate will assist the team by drafting talking points, researching policy issues, developing research-based policy products, and supporting meetings with Executive Branch and Congressional offices and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public policy, research and project coordination, the ability to balance multiple competing responsibilities, and excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Previous experience working in policy-relevant roles (e.g. working for a public institution, conducting policy research and advocacy, etc.) is a plus.

Learn more at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=45713b53-21b1-4127-847f-73f3b4916607&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=615610&lang=en_US&source=CC2

Expert Analysis Group (EAG) Positions at the DOJ Antitrust Division

The Expert Analysis Group in the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is soliciting applications for full-time Statisticians in Washington, DC starting summer 2026. The Economic Analysis Group has nearly 50 Ph.D. economists who provide economic analysis for antitrust cases brought by the Division. The primary focus of our work is applied microeconomics with an emphasis on competitive interactions between firms in specific markets. The Statisticians work closely with staff economists to define relevant product and geographic markets, determine pricing patterns, provide statistical analysis of industry behavior, find trends in large datasets, and prepare materials and visualizations (such as maps, data, charts, and graphs) that may be required for litigation. Duties may also include assisting staff economists working on articles for publication in economic journals.

The Expert Analysis Group is looking for detail-oriented, highly motivated individuals interested in economics. This position will be advertised at the GS-7 and GS-9 grade levels. A bachelor’s degree that included 15 semester hours in Statistics (or in Mathematics and Statistics, provided at least 6 semester hours were in Statistics) is required, and you must be a U.S. citizen. Relevant experience includes work with spreadsheets, coding, and applied econometrics and statistics. Course work in statistics, econometrics, calculus, data science, and linear algebra is useful. Students graduating by June 2026 preferred.

Interested candidates must apply through usajobs.gov. This role, will become available on usajobs.gov the week of March 30, 2026. For more information, please visit https://www.justice.gov/atr/eag-careers. If you are interested in this position, please reach out to atr.eagra@atr.usdoj.gov before the posting date of March 30.

Apply for BSOS Summer Experience Funds! Deadline April 15th

 Do you have an unpaid internship, research opportunity, or have a professional conference coming up you would like to attend? If you are a BSOS student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an experiential learning opportunity, apply for BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds. 

Apply by April 15th for best consideration. Applications will be accepted after that day pending available funds.

There are two funds only available to ECON majors so be sure to apply!

Graduate School Information Sessions

The University of Maryland offers over 200 degree granting graduate programs. Attending Graduate School offers countless opportunities for professional, intellectual, and personal growth. Graduate degree holders can earn more money over a career and gain access to management and leadership roles. This semester, the Graduate School at the University of Maryland is holding virtual information sessions on earning a graduate degree. The “Why Graduate School” sessions will explore the benefits of pursuing a graduate education. We will also offer a session on “Preparing for Graduate School” where we will explore what it means to prepare for graduate school beyond having a strong academic record. 

To attend a session, please sign up here. 

Graduate School Information sessions (virtual)

• “Why Graduate School” 

• Wednesday, March 25 at 4:00pm

• “Preparing for Graduate School”

•  Monday, April 13 at 4:00pm

• “Why Graduate School” 

• Tuesday, May 5 at 3:30pm 

Topics covered during “Why Graduate School” sessions

• Benefits of earning a graduate degree

• Tips on selecting a graduate school

• Cutting the cost of graduate tuition

Topics covered during the “Preparing for Graduate School” session:

• How is graduate school different from undergraduate study?

• What will I say in a personal statement?

• Who do I ask for a letter of recommendation?

Click here to sign up!

Citadel GQS | University of Maryland: Tech Talk

Please join Citadel’s quantitative trading business, Global Quantitative Strategies (GQS), for a Tech Talk hosted in-person at the University of Maryland, College Park. The event will be held in University Career Center - Hornbake Library, South Wing, Multi-purpose Resource Room (3135) on Mar 25 5:30 PM-6:30 PM EDT.

All UMD undergraduate and master's students of quantitative disciplines are invited to attend.

GQS quantitative researchers and quantitative developers will introduce you to quantitative finance and show you how the research and skills you are currently developing in school could translate to a successful career within quantitative finance and at Citadel GQS.

Please RSVP for the session here.
Learn more about GQS here.
Please register for the session in advance.

Navigating Rejection: Strategies for Success Mar. 5@12-1 p.m. (virtual)

Navigating Rejection: Strategies for Success is a high-impact workshop designed to help undergraduate and graduate students turn job and internship rejections into momentum. Learn how to bounce back with confidence, decode feedback, sharpen your applications, and stay motivated in a competitive job market so rejection becomes a stepping stone, not a setback.

Registration Link: https://umd.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1910617

Graduating Seniors: Apply to be the BSOS Commencement Speaker

 Every graduating class has a story to tell. Each year, one student is chosen for each BSOS commencement ceremony to represent their class as a Commencement Student Speaker. This student reflects on their college journey, celebrates shared achievements, and sends their classmates forward with a message of encouragement and hope. Could that be you?

We're looking for a student to deliver a 4 minute speech at each of our commencement ceremonies. Therefore, we are looking for two enthusiastic student speakers who have a unique story and a message to share with their graduating class. 

Apply by Friday, March 20, 2026.

New Business Impact Student Opportunity – Finance Focus

 Join CSVC and the Smith Investment Fund for the inaugural Business Impact Challenge Series!

The CSVC Equity Research & Valuation Challenge is a brand new 14-day, student-run competition designed to simulate a real equity research assignment. Undergraduate teams act as analyst groups evaluating a publicly traded company, building a defensible valuation, and ultimately presenting a Buy/Hold/Sell recommendation to a panel of professionals.

Undergraduate students of all majors and years are encouraged to participate. Apply by Wednesday, March 11th at go.umd.edu/BICS-2026. Final Presentations will take place on Friday, April 10th from 10:00AM - 1:00PM. 

Interdisciplinary AI Summer Undergrad Research Opportunity

The Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law and Society is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 TRAILS Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (TRAILS-SURF)!

TRAILS-SURF is a 10-week program running June 1 through August 7, 2026, that brings together an interdisciplinary team of undergraduates to conduct hands-on research on trustworthy artificial intelligence at the University of Maryland in College Park. Fellows receive an $8,000 stipend and have the opportunity to work alongside internationally recognized UMD faculty and graduate student mentors.

This program is open to undergraduates from all majors — not just computer science. If you work with a student who has curiosity and relevant experience in any dimension of trustworthy AI, including law, public policy, social science, design, or data, we hope you'll encourage them to apply.

Applications are due March 27, 2026 (was March 13, 2026)

Apply here: https://go.umd.edu/trails-surf-26

Neil Moskowitz Economic Lecture - March 5th

 

We are pleased to be hosting the sixth Neil Moskowitz Economics Lecture. This lecture series brings high profile academic and policy-making economists to campus to talk about what economic research can tell us about the contemporary challenges facing countries and societies across the globe.  The lecture series is named in honor of Neil Moskowitz, a UMD Economics alumnus who continues to support our department and college in many important ways.  All faculty, staff, students and alumni are welcome.

Parag Pathak, Professor (MIT Economics).

"Who Gets What in Education: Can School Matching Improve Student Achievement?"
We examine two approaches to improving urban school systems: changing who gets to go to existing schools (reallocation) and restructuring school portfolios through closures and reconstitution (resource augmentation). Using data from New York City high schools, we estimate models of school effects allowing for both vertical school quality differences and horizontal student-specific match effects. While sophisticated reallocation policies that optimize student-school matches can generate modest educational gains, they are constrained by limited seats at highly effective schools. Simple resource-augmentation policies targeting replacement of low-performing schools achieve comparable improvements with less systemic disruption. Analysis of NYC's school closures reveals that basic graduation rate metrics effectively identify struggling schools, suggesting complex value-added models may be unnecessary for targeting closure decisions. Our findings indicate that capacity constraints, rather than poor school matching, primarily drive educational inequality.

3:30-5pm on Thursday, March 5 in Francis Scott Key Hall 0106

UMD Spring Career & Internship Fair

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | The Hotel at UMD | Register and review employers attending 

All UMD College Park undergraduate & graduate students are welcome to attend the 2026 Spring Career & Internship Fair, an annual event showcasing local, regional, and national employers all seeking to hire our Top Terp Talent! This is the largest recruiting and networking event of the semester. QUESTIONS? Contact the University Career Center at ucc-studenthelp@umd.edu. Hosted by the University Career Center.  Prepare to attend with the Feller Center. 

Feb. 24 - STEM Focus
Feb. 25 - All Industries & STEM Focus 
Feb. 26 - All Industries

BSOS Students, Quick List Meet Employers from all industries (download)

• ECON Majors

Smith Business Minors: Deadline Extended Until February 23rd. Apply Today!

 

Deadline Extended!  

Smith Business Minor applications are now open until February23@11:59PM.

For more information and to apply: go.umd.edu/businessminors

2026-2027 Office of Sustainability Internships

The Office of Sustainability is excited to announce that applications for our 2026-2027 student internship cohort are now open! These are one-year, paid positions for students enrolled in the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters. The positions and their descriptions can be found on the Office of Sustainability website.

Applications are due by Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Annual BSOS Student Faculty Social

The Student Faculty Social will serve as a great opportunity for students and faculty of all majors/departments to network, discuss their academic and research interests, and to overall strengthen the community of BSOS.

The event will be held at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union’s Atrium on Tuesday, March 3rd from 6-8 pm. Drinks and food will be provided, and speakers from the BSOS College will be present. There is no charge to attend.

To RSVP, please fill out the following form by February 20th (One week prior to the event) at 11:59 PM: BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council Student Faculty Social RSVP Link.

 

Study Abroad Summer 2026: UMD-Mexico International Economic Policy in Action (ECON358C)

Immerse yourself in Mexico City’s dynamic culture and policy environment and gain a global understanding of how international economic policy works in practice in this 3 credit course. Students will participate in expert talks at major policy institutions like the central bank, the finance ministry, private financial institutions, and universities in Mexico City to learn first-hand about trade and macroeconomic policy and their effects on institutions and entrepreneurship. In this program, you will also participate in a variety of cultural activities and visits to archeological sites, such as the pyramids at Teotihuacan and a Mexican cooking class. The course will include a series of mandatory pre-departure short modules (online) and 2-3 pre-trip orientation sessions (in person and online).

Eligibility

• UMD and non-UMD freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply.
  
• You must be in good academic and judicial standing and you must not have any registration blocks to participate in this program. 
• The minimum GPA for this program is 2.5
• Students are expected to have completed ECON200 and ECON201 with a minimum grade of C- achieved to participate in this program.

Learn more at our Information Session. Wednesday, Feb 11th @ 5pm in TYD 2102!

UMD Fellows Program (Maryland, Federal and Global Fellows) – Submit Admissions forms now!

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 1, 2026 for first 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). 

• Civic Leadership and Human Service

• Economic Diplomacy

• US Intelligence and Policy Making

• Global Health Challenges and Water Security

• Energy and Environmental Policy

• Science Diplomacy

• Public Health Policy 

• Homeland Security and National Security Policy

• US Diplomacy

• Critical Regions and International Relations 

• Political Engagement and Advocacy

• Crisis Leadership and Emergency Management 

• *Maryland General Assembly Writing Internship* ENGL381/HONR368A (apply via English Department)

Connecting 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! 

Paid Internships + Spring 2026 Do Good Institute Opportunities

Hello everyone,

I want to share several upcoming opportunities from the Do Good Institute for the Spring 2026 semester which includes paid summer internships for Summer 2026!

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 spring:

Internship Opportunities

• Impact Interns: Impact Interns is a professional development and leadership program that connects passionate and talented students to paid social impact-based internship opportunities with Do Good partners and local organizations. The program is designed to provide emerging social sector leaders with meaningful opportunities to gain professional experience, develop skills, build a professional network and learn more about working in the nonprofit and social impact sphere.  Internships take place in Summer 2026. Internship positions are available for both undergraduate and graduate students. Work areas are diverse (communications, research, fundraising, program management) and across different fields (arts, civics, education, environment, health, justice and equity, and social services). Hybrid, remote, and in-person options are available. Students can apply now through February 16 at go.umd.edu/impactinterns. 

Experiential and Cohort Programs

• 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 February 16 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 interactive program for students or teams with new ideas or existing initiatives. Register now through February 16 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 with developed initiatives that are currently in the implementation stage of their work. Students in the early stage of their initiatives, or still at the idea stage, should consider Impact Bootcamp. Apply now through February 16 at go.umd.edu/acceleratorfellows.

Competitions

• Do Good Challenge: This annual, campus-wide social impact competition has doubled its prize awards this year! Students and teams can compete to win a share of $40,000 by pitching the impact they’ve made in front of a panel of expert judges and an audience of hundreds. Apply now through February 16 at go.umd.edu/dogoodchallenge.

To stay up to date on program announcements and deadlines, follow the Institute on Instagram (@DoGoodatUMD) or sign up for the student newsletter, Do Good Now (go.umd.edu/dgnnews). #dogoodumd

CARE Peer Programs Now Accepting Applications

2026-27 Peer Programs applications are open! CARE offers three Peer Programs for current undergraduate students: Peer Advocacy, Peer Education, and Peer Outreach. Our programs enable students to gain hands-on professional experience along with six course credits. 

Students will learn about power-based violence, support survivors, develop their public speaking skills, and gain program planning experience. It is a great opportunity for students to boost their resumes and get involved on campus! Undergraduate students can apply at go.umd.edu/carepeerapplication. Applications close March 9th, 2026.

Visit the CARE to Stop Violence Office website for more information.

Mind Over Money: Unlocking Your Potential with Budgeting

Build smart money habits - join the workshop and thrive financially!



This interactive workshop series covers budgeting basics, smart saving strategies, managing student loans, and building credit with confidence. Participants will leave with practical tips, resources, and a personalized plan to thrive financially throughout college and beyond.

Date: Tuesday, February 10th
Time: 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom (complete this registration form to get the zoom link)

Rethinking Rational Deterrence Theory

Jonathan Wilkenfeld Distinguished Lecture Series: Rethinking Rational Deterrence Theory

Speaker: Dr. Erik Gartzke, University of California, San Diego

Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 1:00–2:15 PM
Location: Adele H. Stamp Student Union, 2212 Banneker/Key Room

Dr. Erik Gartzke is the Professor of Political Science and Director of the Center for Peace and Security Studies (cPASS) at the University of California, San Diego. His research focuses on war, peace, and international institutions. His interests include nuclear security, the liberal peace, alliances, uncertainty and war, deterrence theory, and the evolving technological nature of interstate conflict. Dr. Gartzke has also written extensively on cyberwar, trade and conflict, and the effects of economic development, system structure, and climate change on war. His work has been published in numerous academic journals and edited volumes.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend.

Sponsored by: Center for International Development and Conflict Management (CIDCM)

2026 BSOS Summer Research Initiative

 

Are you looking for a PAID summer internship that will give you research experience in the behavioral and social sciences?

APPLY TO THE 2026 BSOS SUMMER RESEARCH INITIATIVE (SRI)! The deadline to apply is February 10.

The SRI program is designed to encourage and broaden the participation of scholars working in social and behavioral science, practice, teaching, and policy fields. The program provides rising juniors and seniors with an 8-week intensive experience to develop research skills, learn about doctoral training, and increase graduate training readiness.

The 2026 BSOS SRI runs from June 1, 2026 - July 24, 2026

Participating BSOS Departments include African American and Africana Studies, Anthropology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Economics, Geographical Sciences, Government & Politics, Hearing & Speech Sciences, Program in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, Psychology, and Sociology.

The SRI provides:
A $4,000 stipend (before taxes)
Travel to /from College Park, Maryland
University housing and meals
Program activities

To learn more and apply, visit our website or scan QR code.
bsos.umd.edu/diversity/summer-research-initiative

Smith Minor Applications OPEN until Feb. 16th

Smith Business Minor applications are now open until February16@11:59PM.

We are hosting one final in-person Smith Minor information session tomorrow, February 3rd VMH1407@5:30pm before the application deadline.

 

Snider Consulting Group Applications are Open Until February 6th

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.

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. Members typically spend 2-4 hours a week on SCG activities.

Applications close on February 6th at 11:59pm. More information and the application can be found at: sniderconsultinggroup.com/apply-now

Call for Papers, UNC Economics Journal

We are looking for submissions to Ceteris Paribus, UNC Chapel Hill’s undergraduate journal of economics. If you have:  

• Conducted summer research, 
• Written an honors thesis, 
• Completed an outstanding term paper, 
• Or otherwise done independent research in economics, 

then we encourage you to submit your paper to the journal. We accept research conducted by current undergraduates, as well as recent (<1 year) graduates prior to their graduation. If accepted, we will work with authors to refine their papers, and authors must be willing and able to do so in a fairly short time frame. There is no preference for areas of research, just that it must be in economics. Papers will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the submission deadline, 11:59 pm (Eastern) on February 20th. (2/20)

 

If you’re interested in submitting, fill out the submission form here or by clicking the link below. Please reach out to us at ceterisparibusunc@gmail.com with any questions. 

 

Direct link for submission:  https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cSfMsVEWhAE78XA

We look forward to working with you! 

Beinecke Scholarship for Graduate Study in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Are you a junior planning to pursue graduate study in the arts, humanities, or social studies? 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 2026 and who expects to receive a baccalaureate degree between December 2026 and August 2027. The University of Maryland may nominate one individual to compete nationally. 

 

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 able to demonstrate significant financial need as indicated through the FAFSA.

 

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 2025-2026 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. 

• Have significant financial need as determined by FASFA.

 

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 20, 2026. 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.

Interested in Learning More?
Please contact Dr. Leslie Brice Bustamante at lbrice@umd.edu.

Attached Documents: Please find information required for campus nomination AND recommender advice. If you plan to apply for nomination, send your recommender the advice document.

 

Website: www.beineckescholarship.org

Read about Onkeya Arah, 2024 Beinecke Scholar