ECON Departmental Scholarships Available!

 

The Department of Justice is Hiring a Paralegal Specialist!

 

Paralegal Specialist

Department of Justice | Washington, D.C.

Full-Time - Entry-Level

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Job Description:
The Antitrust Division is seeking to fill entry-level, trainee Paralegal Specialist positions in our Washington, DC Office. Paralegals within the Division perform legal duties in support of attorneys engaged in antitrust cases and matters.

As a Paralegal Specialist, responsibilities will include:

• Performing factual research using evidentiary files, library reference materials, corporate records, private and governmental studies, computer databases, internet resources, and other pertinent sources to supply needed factual information for inclusion in memoranda, briefs, and similar documents.
• Assisting Attorneys in preparing for and conducting interviews with investigative sources and prospective witnesses.
• Taking accurate notes during attorney proffers and witness interviews and preparing memoranda from those notes & more.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• Undergo pre-employment security investigation
• May be required to take and successfully clear a drug test
• Superior Academic Achievement or Specialized Experience

Closing Date: March 11, 2022.

For more information, please visit the job posting. The vacancy announcement for paralegals in New York, Chicago, and San Francisco can be found here.

The U.S. House of Representatives is currently hiring interns!

 

Internship Opportunities

U.S. House of Representatives | Hybrid and In-Person, Washington, D.C.

Part-Time and Full-Time

VIEW ALL OPENINGS

The U.S. House of Representatives is currently hiring several interns for the Hill and District offices. Review their list of openings here. To apply for these positions, please follow the instructions in individual vacancy announcements.

Need some guidance on your application? Review tips from the Feller Center for making your resume, cover letter, etc. stand out.

Workshop: Learn Some tips for Interviewing

Learn some tips for interviewing and have a chance to practice the techniques in this workshop co-sponsored by USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and UMD’s Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS).

All majors are welcome! We will begin with some overview information and best practices for answering behavioral-based interview questions, and then break into small groups so you can practice with feedback from professionals.

The workshop will take place from 5:30-6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, via zoom. Learn more at Careers4Terps: https://go.umd.edu/interviewskillsUSDA22

H1B Presentation with Immigration Attorney Mark Rhoads

Confused about options for staying and working in the United States after graduation? Worried about the H1B quota? Is it true that OPT has been extended to 2 years? Any changes to CPT? We are pleased to sponsor a seminar presented by an experienced immigration attorney. Topics will include a detailed discussion of the H1B visa, which is the most popular work visa in the US, Optional Practical Training (OPT), and options for pursuing permanent residence through employment. In addition, our speakers will provide practical strategies for talking to employers about work visa issues during interviews.

Date & Time: March 7, 2022 from 12-1pm

Location: Virtual

Register Here!

New Social Data Science Major

Interested in applying data science to social issues? Want to learn more about ethical data practice?

Be a part of the new, groundbreaking, interdisciplinary major: Social Data Science. Find out more at
sdsc.umd.edu.

Apply to Work for UMD's Summer Bridge Program

Applications are now being accepted for qualified students seeking to work with UMD's summer bridge program.

Program Dates: Sunday, June 26, 2022 - Friday, July 29, 2022.

There are several positions available with varying payments and time obligations; see the attached position announcements for more detailed information and requirements.

• Math Instructional Assistant
• Writing Instructional Assistant
• Math Tutor
• Writing Tutor
• Residential Peer Leader

Interested applicants are asked to submit an application (which includes both a resume and cover letter) at the following website: https://go.umd.edu/uTERPstaffapplication. Applicants are welcome to apply for more than one position, however, a separate application, resume, and cover letter will be required for each position of interest. The priority deadline to apply is Sunday, March 13, 2022 by 11:59pm.

Please direct any questions to the Summer Bridge Program Staff at uterp@umd.edu.

Apply Now for a SECU MD Foundation Scholarship

The SECU MD Foundation understands that furthering your education can open doors and provide for a brighter future. We are proud to support the next generation of professionals through our Scholarship Program. Now in its 16th year, we are awarding $115,000 in scholarships to members attending a 2 or 4-year college, university, trade, or technical school for the fall 2022 semester for either undergraduate or post-graduate work.

We are accepting applications now through May 8th, 2022. You must be a member to apply. The application includes a 500 – 750 word essay on the prompt.

Find all the details about the program and how to apply on our website.

Last Employer Pop-Up Shop of the Semester! Every Featured Employer is Hiring

 

Are you still looking for a summer internship or full-time employment after graduating in May? Then come to our "Last Chance" Employer Pop-Up Shop and meet with employers who are currently looking for ECON students.

Below are those employers who have registered (although we are still actively registering employers for this event):

1. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA)
2. FDIC
3. Maryland Public Service Commission 
4. Chick-fil-A's Career Accelerator Program

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with employers and learn about new opportunities. BEA, for example, rarely has open entry-level positions.

Date: Tuesday, March 8

Time: 3:30-5:00 pm

Register

Career Exploration through Self Assessment (TODAY - 3/1/22)

Tuesday, March 1 • 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Register - In-Person Event

Are you struggling to identify your skills? Wondering how you can locate careers that relate to your interests? In this session, we will use FOCUS2, a self-assessment tool offered by the University Career Center, to identify your natural strengths.

Attend this session to:

• Review your FOCUS2 results and examine how your results relate to career path options.
• Identify your key interests and strengths.
• Develop a plan to explore/learn more about career paths of interest.

BEFORE THE SESSION: Complete the Work Interest Assessment, Personality Assessment, and Values Assessment in FOCUS2 to make the most out of this small group workshop.

 
Please email the Feller Center at BSOScareers@umd.edu to RSVP or if you have any questions.