TONIGHT!! Career Exploration Event for Economics Majors

The DC metropolitan area is home to hundreds of trade associations, some large and some small, which conduct research and present their members’ perspectives to Congress and various federal agencies.  Many of these trade associations hire economics majors for various types of positions.  Examples include the American Bankers Association, the National Association of Manufacturers, and the Electric Power Research Institute, just to name a few examples.

The Economics Department will host Lawrence Yun, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at the National Association of Realtors, for a talk about career opportunities for economics majors in trade associations like NAR.  He will also talk about possibilities for paid internships at NAR this coming summer and next fall semester. 

When: Tuesday, February 3rd

Time: 5:30 PM

Where: Tydings 4103

Please let Cindy Clement (clement@econ.umd.edu) know if you are interested in attending this event.

Paid Internship with the American Road & Transportation Builders Association

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), a premier trade association located in Washington, D.C., is seeking a paid intern to assist the Economics & Research team with primary research, writing and data work. 

We are seeking applicants that:

• Have excellent writing and data management skills
• Are proficient in STATA and Excel
• Are self-motivated
• Can balance multiple tasks
• Have a high attention to detail 
• Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably with a major in economics or the social sciences 

The position will include:

• Detailed research on the transportation construction industry at the federal and state level
• Compiling and managing large datasets 
• Reaching out to industry and state officials
• Analyzing data and information from federal and state sources

The applicant should be familiar with a variety of general data sources and comfortable working with large datasets in STATA and Excel. This position includes producing content for revenue-generating reports and custom market studies that are shared with association members, government officials and the media.

ARTBA is a leading trade association with over 5,000 members that represent all facets of the transportation construction industry. Our members include contractors, design firms, educators, equipment manufacturers and transportation officials.

Please submit a resume, cover letter and short writing sample to Lital Shair at lshair@artba.org. Please make sure to include in your application your level of experience with STATA, as well as your availability (full or part time).

Summer 2015 START Internships

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) is currently accepting applications for the Summer 2015 internship program. START offers unpaid internships year round on a variety of our research projects and teams. During the course of their internship, participants are exposed to the most up-to-date theories, methods and information related to the study of terrorism. They are versed in critical questions being tackled by homeland security practitioners, policy makers and researchers, and they are mentored in a professional environment geared toward student success. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of homeland security scholars and practitioners through real-world research experience.

START’s internship program is open to undergraduate and graduate students (as well as some recent graduates) in any related discipline from any institution. We are looking for interns with a wide array of skills and majors (including but not limited to: Criminology, Communications, Government, International Relations, Public Policy, History, GIS, Geography, Economics, English, Mathematics, Psychology, Languages and Statistics). Each internship lasts for one term. Participants work at least 10 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 20 hours/week during the summer. Our internships can be undertaken for academic credit, and this is highly encouraged. Interns participate in a program of enrichment and career development opportunities. All interns are required to work onsite with their research project staff. Because interns work directly with our researchers and staff on current research projects, the internship positions vary depending on our research portfolio.

START is currently accepting applications for our Summer 2015 internships. Internships available for each semester are listed here. Please note applicants must submit a separate application each semester and applicants may only submit one application per semester.

Summer Internship Program Notes and Application:

• Priority Application Deadline: Mar. 22 (Please note that for some projects, this is the FINAL deadline. See project descriptions for more details.)
• Final Application Deadline: Apr. 5
• Mandatory Intern Orientation: Jun. 1-2
• Final Day of Program: Aug. 7

Questions? Contact START's Internship Coordinator Eva Coll at 301-405-8504 or internships@start.umd.edu.

2015 Maryland Social Entrepreneur Corps Summer Opportunity

The Maryland Social Entrepreneur Corps (MSEC) is a structured social impact immersion program where undergraduate students engage, work and live directly with impoverished communities in the Dominican Republic, Ecuador and Nicaragua promoting sustainable entrepreneurial solutions to development challenges. Maryland students spend eight weeks during the summer working alongside experienced development professionals in the field as they support local social entrepreneurs in advancing existing projects and programs that benefit local communities and creating first-time access to affordable life-changing technologies.

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Bloomberg Summer Opportunities

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Are you passionate about the financial markets? Are you hardworking, inquisitive, and innovative? If so, join us for a three day Externship Program within Bloomberg's Global Data Department.

The three day Market Data Externship Program will serve as an introduction to the Bloomberg culture, Terminal, and our businesses. You will also:

-Learn about different Global Data product areas
-Engage in "Day in the Life" activities of a Market Data Analyst
-Participate in a Bloomberg philanthropy event
-Gain market knowledge and understanding
-Enhance your leadership skills and interpersonal skills through networking events

Visit Careers4Terps to find out more about this exciting opportunity and to submit a formal application!

Erin Bethke
Campus Recruitment
Bloomberg LP
100 Business Park Drive | Skillman, NJ 08558
T: 1-609-279-5386 | F: 1-646-268-5553 | ebethke1@bloomberg.com
http://www.bloomberg.com/careers/

United Nations ECLAC Internship Program

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC\CEPAL) 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 supporting 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 summer internship in the Washington Office of ECLAC will start in June 2015 and last 3 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the Office. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period, on an "as-needed" basis.  Interns are expected to work on a full-time basis (work five days per week; 32 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the Office, but they may undertake flexible working arrangements, subject to certain conditions.

The internship is UNPAID. All costs of travel and accommodation, including living expenses, must be covered by the intern or any relevant sponsoring institution.

The child or sibling of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Interns shall not be eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, positions at the professional level and above for a period of six months following the end of their internship.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period. Daily duties may include: 

- Assistance in drafting and preparing official documents
- Attending and summarizing conferences and meetings
- Document and internet research
- Working on web-presentation
- Compiling statistics
- Media analysis

BSOS Career Lab

Prepare for your next job or internship search in the BSOS Career Lab. Topics will change weekly, but each Lab will contain only hands on activities so that you will leave with a concrete product.

• Developing an Electronic Resume & Cover Letter, February 24, noon-1 p.m.

• Connecting with Employers for Jobs and Internships, March 3, noon-1 p.m.

• Developing a Federal Resume in USAJobs, March 10, 3-4 p.m.

• Developing a 30-Second Pitch, March 10, 3-4 p.m.

• Networking, March 31, 12-1 p.m.

• Choosing a Graduate School Program, April 7, 12-1 p.m.

• LinkedIn for Beginners, April 15, 3-4 p.m.

• LinkedIn- Networking and Researching (Advanced), April 21, 12-1 p.m.

• Salary Negotiation, April 27, 4-5 p.m.

All Labs will take place at the University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing). All BSOS majors are welcome! Bring your laptop.

RSVP today: www.ter.ps/CareerLab

Study Abroad Fair - Tuesday Feb. 6th

Come to the Study Abroad Fair!

Break out of the ordinary and find your extraordinary in Croatia. Be a social entrepreneur in Nicaragua or the Dominican Republic. Develop your professional portfolio with an internship in the UK or Spain. Learn a language or go beyond the basics to do field work or research. Think outside your borders and show how fearless Terps are!

Think outside your borders! Meet with Program Directors, College representatives, and advisors to find your perfect program. Tuesday, February 3rd, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm Grand Ballroom, Stamp. Educationabroad@umd.edu, 301-314-7746

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New Smith School Business Minors

New business minors have arrived.

Enhance your University of Maryland degree with the Smith School's two new business minors.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Equips students with the knowledge and skills to ramp up their own businesses, as well as to innovate and think creatively about problem-solving and strategy. Open to all UMD undergraduates.

General Business
Provides the business savvy to complement the depth of knowledge acquired in the students' chosen area of major, so they excel in their careers after graduation.

Smith Business Minors Information Session
Monday, Feb. 9, 2015
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
1524 Van Munching Hall
REGISTER NOW
Applications close Feb. 23, 2015. 
ter.ps/smithminors

Ph.D. Program in Economic Analysis and Policy - Tulane University

Tulane University's Economics Department offers a Ph.D. program in Economic Analysis and Policy. This Ph.D. program gives students distinctive training designed to make them attractive candidates for employment in universities, government, multilateral organizations, the private sector, and the non-profit sector. Our program is distinguished by three features:

Applied focus. The program is designed for students who are interested in using economic analysis to investigate real world problems. Students receive extensive training in the tools of economic analysis. These tools are an essential job skill for those who seek to evaluate public policies.

Interdisciplinary approach. The program breaks down the barriers to interdisciplinary graduate education by incorporating field coursework and research experiences with our prestigious cross campus partners. Our cross campus partners include the Freeman School of Business, the Stone Center for Latin American Studies, the School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, the Cowen Institute for Public Education Initiatives, the Department of Political Science, and the Murphy Institute of Political Economy. Students will acquire the practical interdisciplinary knowledge necessary for innovative research and careful policy analysis.

Small, highly selective program with a high faculty-to-student ratio. This facilitates closer interaction between students and faculty, who are dedicated to research at the frontiers of their fields. Importantly, students have the opportunity to undertake joint research projects with faculty, as part of the training.

Generous fellowships are available and are awarded on the basis of academic merit and potential for scholarship. Accepted students receive funding for five years, conditional on satisfactory progress through the program.

More information and application instructions can be found at http://econ.tulane.edu/grad/ . E-mail enquiries can be sent to our Director of Graduate Studies, John Edwards, at edwards@tulane.edu. We will begin reviewing applications February 1, 2015.