On Campus Interviews Nov. 2nd-Nov. 11th

The following organizations are conducting on-campus interviews in the coming days. Log into Careers4Terps and click “On-Campus Interviews” on the left side to read more about these opportunities. Note: The positions will only appear if you meet the criteria the employer sets (i.e. class year).

• The Advisory Board Company (11/2)
• IZI Medical Products (11/2)
• Infosys (11/2)
• Target (11/3)
• Quevera (11/11)

Career Shuttle: Google, DC - Nov. 10th

Thursday, November 10, 2016 – 8:30am-1:00pm

Location: University Career Center, 3rd floor of South Hornbake Library

Join the University Career Center & The President's Promise on a Career Shuttle to Google DC on Thursday, November 10! This career shuttle is for students who are interested in learning more about non-technical positions in the tech world (i.e., government relations, policy, communication, marketing and law). We will travel by bus to Google DC. During our visit, we will receive a tour and then participate in an information session with current employees/Terp alumni at Google DC. Business attire required.

Registration required

Need help finding an internship?

Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search?

Monday, November 7, 2016 

4:00pm - 5:00pm

3rd Floor of Hornbake Library, South Wing
3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing, College Park, MD 20747

RSVP NOW

To help you with your internship search, we will discuss:

1. Specific resources available to research internship opportunities in non-profit, government and corporate sectors.
2. Quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews.
3. Strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field.

MIT Sloan Virtual 1-on-1 Informational Sessions for Masters of Finance and Masters of Business Analytics

Are you interested in doing a deep dive in finance or business analytics? Come chat with an MIT Sloan admissions representative one-on-one via Skype and learn about our specialized masters programs. Our Masters of Finance and our Masters of Business Analytics. Hear how innovation, collaboration, and global impact are at the heart of the MIT Sloan mission. Learn about MIT Sloan, program components, and the application process for each program. This is not a formal presentation. Sessions are 20 minutes. Come prepared with questions!

Sessions will be available on the following dates:

• Friday, November 4th
• Friday, November 18th 
• Friday, December 2nd 

Register Here!

Please feel free to reach out to Kimberly Ebeling at kebeling@mit.edu with any questions.

Interested in a Spring 2017 Internship with a Nonprofit? Apply before Nov. 8th!

The following nonprofit organizations will be leading on-campus interviews soon for Spring 2017 opportunities. If you would like to be considered, you must apply through Careers4Terps via Careers.umd.edu/Careers4Terps and search for the ID number below (listed in parenthesis after the internship job title). You may apply for as many opportunities that are of interest to you.

View all opportunities on Careers4Terps and apply today (deadline: November 8 at 11:59pm)

Accokeek Foundation:

• Communications Intern (148340)
• Marketing/Visitor Relations Intern (148341)

First Generation College Board:

• Business Plan Monetization & Marketing Project (148302)

Little Lights Urban Ministries:

• Educational Programming and NonProfit Management Intern (148304)

Living Classrooms Foundation:

• Kingman Island Bluegrass Festival Intern (148310)

Spring 2017 Internships with Center for International Private Enterprise - Apply by Nov. 18th!

ANTI-CORRUPTION/VALUE CHAINS AND CONFLICT TASKFORCES INTERN 
(Careers4Terps ID 147447)

Description: CIPE supports the positive role that the private sector can play in fragile and conflict-affected states, as well as environments rife with corruption. This internship provides an opportunity to explore the role of the private sector in emerging democracies with attention to anti-corruption and conflict/post-conflict initiatives. Specifically, the intern will support two separate CIPE staff working groups: the Conflict and Anti-Corruption/Value Chains Task Forces. Undergraduate (rising junior or above preferred), graduate, or law students demonstrating interest in the positive role that the private sector can play in fragile and conflict-affected states are encouraged to apply.

Reports to: Anti-Corruption/Value Chains Task Force and Conflict Task Force Leaders

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Research and write blogs on topics related to the role of the private sector in conflict and post-conflict affected areas and fragile states, private sector-led anti-corruption initiatives, and compliance in global value chains.
• Compile bi-monthly briefs for both task forces including relevant news, articles, and upcoming events in Washington, D.C.
• Attend events of interest in the Washington, D.C. areas.
• Assist with logistics of events organized by CIPE’s Conflict or Value Chains Task Forces.
• Conduct short-term research projects to provide background information on various issues and support for program research. Update and maintain resource materials for the team listservs and internal database. Help co-create social media campaigns to raise awareness for these themes.

Additional Smith Transfer Webinar Session Added - Nov. 3rd

Are you looking to transfer to Smith from another major at College Park or from another institution? If so, we invite you to attend a Smith Transfer information session.

During the transfer information sessions, prospective students will learn more about majors, special programs, clubs, and career services offered to Smith Terps, as well as more about the details surrounding the transfer application. Sessions are facilitated by Smith staff.

Prior to our session, make sure to check out our resources and frequently asked questions for current UMD students seeking admission to Smith and students seeking transfer admission to Smith and the University of Maryland.

Each session lasts about an hour.

Remaining Fall 2016 Sessions:

• Thursday, November 3 at 5:00 PM (webinar)
• Friday, November 18 at 2:00 PM (in-person) (SESSION FULL!)

You can RSVP for a session by clicking here.

If you have questions regarding Smith Transfer information sessions, please email applysmith@rhsmith.umd.edu.

If Smith Transfer sessions are not convenient for you, or if you need additional information, you can speak with an admission counselor by visiting the Admissions Office on the ground floor of the Mitchell Building or call the Admissions Office at (301) 314-8385, Monday-Friday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Rise Above "-Isms" Week 10/31-11/4

Rise Above Week provides opportunities for us to dialogue as a community about how to further justice and take steps to eradicate the oppressions that hurt us all. These steps help move us towards a world where your oppression is not acceptable to me, and mine is not acceptable to you.

For the full calendar: diversity.umd.edu/riseabove

Monday, October 31, 10:00 am - 3:00pm
Know the Facts about Immigration

Location: Outside of Stamp by Nyumburu Amphitheater

Monday, October 31, 11:30 - 3:30pm
True Terps Rise Above: Photo Booth
Location: STAMP Main Entrance Lobby

Tuesday, November 1, 12:30 - 1:45pm
Intersections: Identity in Images
Location: Art-Soc 2203

Dual Bachelor's/Masters in Finance Information Session - Nov. 8th

The Smith School offers BSOS students the opportunity to undertake a "4+1 (Dual Bachelor's/Masters)" in Finance! This exciting program means that you can start taking Master of Finance classes as an undergraduate and graduate with your Bachelors from BSOS and Masters of Finance from Smith in 5 years or less- saving you considerable time and money, while gaining key skills for today's marketplace.

If you are interested, please attend the informational session November 8th, 2016 from 5-6pm at 1336 VMH.

The information session will cover topics such as what exactly the 4+1 program entails, entry requirements, scholarship opportunities, and further information about the Master of Finance program. A faculty representative from the Finance department, Dr. Ryan Guttridge, will also be in attendance to speak about the Finance program and the outcomes of the program.

Please register your attendance here: 4+1 Finance Information Session Registration

If you have any questions, please reach Kristina Bonfiglio at kbonfiglio@rhsmith.umd.edu

Product Specialist Position with Qualtrics for December Grad

Qualtrics, one of the fastest growing software as a service companies in the nation, is looking for Economics students who are graduating in December to join our Product Specialist Team! In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with top minds from the world’s most innovative companies, helping them solve complex problems every day.

Learn a bit more about the position and to submit an application: Product Specialist Job Description and Application. One of our recruiters will be able to review your resume and be in touch soon!

To learn more about what our company has to offer, be sure visit the links below:

• Qualtrics, one of 50 tech companies to "bet your career on" http://read.bi/1kKaEsN
• Qualtrics, recently dubbed "the most important pre-IPO software company of its time"

If you have questions, please reach out to tgadberry@qualtrics.com.