Enhance Your Brand, Resume & LinkedIn Critique for BSOS Majors

 Are you ready to make the most of your resume and LinkedIn profile? 

Submit your resume and/or LinkedIn URL electronically for a review by the UMD Feller Center in the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences. 

The Career Planning staff will review your materials and send you an email with top tips to enhance your candidacy. Closes: August 11th, 2023.

Questions? Contact bsoscareers@umd.edu. 

 *Open to current BSOS undergraduate students only. 

Fall 2023 Domestic Program Intern

The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) is currently looking for a Domestic Program Intern for Fall 2023. The internship will start in September 2023 and will end in December 2023 (the specific dates are somewhat flexible). This is a paid full-time, remote position.

Job Description: The intern for the Domestic team at CEPR is responsible for assisting with a variety of important duties within the organization. The intern will assist with research activities related to the US economy and domestic policy. This may include some research for upcoming reports and economic opinion pieces, as well as generating website content. They may occasionally help with other tasks including communications duties such as editing website content and outreach to advocacy organizations and Congress.

The responsibilities of interns vary based on the applicant’s interests and experience, as well as the specific issues that CEPR is working on at the time.

Qualifications:

• General understanding of economics and domestic policy, and an interest in economic justice
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Previous research and data experience is extremely helpful
• The intern will need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment with limited supervision and should be a self-starter and independent learner
• Applicants affected by the issues that CEPR works on are especially encouraged to apply

Salary & Benefits: CEPR is committed to offering an internship program that allows people from all backgrounds to participate. As such, all CEPR internships are paid and interns are eligible for reimbursement of health insurance plan costs. Interns will receive $2,910.75 per month. Up to $319.43 per month is available for health insurance plan costs.

Closing Date of Position: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until, at latest, August 11, 2023 (at 11:59 PM, Eastern time).

For more information and to apply to this position, please visit: https://cepr.net/jobs/fall-intern-2023/

Scholarship to Study Critical Languages Summer 2024

Want to study one of these critical languages - abroad - during summer 2024 – all expenses paid?

ARABIC - AZERBAIJANI - BANGLA - CHINESE – HINDI - INDONESIAN - JAPANESE - KOREAN - PERSIAN - PORTUGUESE - RUSSIAN - SWAHILI - TURKISH - URDU

To learn more about the US State Department Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) summer intensive language programs click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at clscholarship@umd.edu

You'll receive access to our ELMS resource site for CLS applicants, which includes a narrated presentation, sample essays, and outlines to guide you through the essay drafting process.

Deadline: Late November 2023 for Summer 2024 programs.

Eligibility: You must be a US Citizen, and an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student, to apply. 

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UMD PhD Alum Seeking Undergrad RA

Seeking a part-time research assistant to support a project involving the exploration of historical sources at the National Archives in College Park. No specific previous experience required. The work is related to research projects in economic history, one related to US war production during the Second World War and another related to research and development conducted at NASA. 
 
The successful candidate will devote between 50 and 100 hours in total during the summer to the project, with the advantage of a flexible schedule. Pay is at standard research assistant rates ($25 per hour). The main tasks include locating relevant historical sources at the national archives and scanning them. The position offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in gaining research experience, including specialized knowledge of archival research.
 
Interested candidates should send a CV to eilzetzki+archives@gmail.com as soon as possible.
 
You can see more about my research and one of the projects in question in the following links:
 
www.ilzetzki.com
 
https://www.ilzetzki.com/learningbynecessity
 

Recent Grads: Department of Economics Seeking Full-time Administrative Assistant

 The Department of Economics at the University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking to fill the position of an Administrative Assistant II. This position provides complex administrative support and excellent customer service in ECON’s main administrative office. Duties and responsibilities summarized below:

• Serves as the first point of contact for both internal and external constituents entering the main office and is responsible for all daily opening and closing procedures.
• Processes and tracks to completion business requests, including foundation reimbursements, disbursement vouchers, internal service requests and small procurement requests.
• Assists in the organization and processing of department travel services for faculty, staff and guests.
• Coordinates the departmental seminar series including using Concur for travel requests and reimbursement, updating the Department’s website, and distributing seminar announcements.
• Manages and tracks departmental copy job requests and serves as the departmental liaison to the copy center as needed.
• Receives and screens telephone calls and visitors and independently handles procedural and substantive matters and inquiries.
• Collects and processes textbook orders and tutoring resources.
• Distributes campus mail to departmental recipients.
• Manages and monitors several of the Department’s communal spaces, including the break room/kitchenette, mail/copy room and conference rooms.
• Provides back-up support for other staff and cross-trains as necessary.
  

For more information and to apply visit: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/108643

Fall Internship at the Migration Policy Institute (MPI)

The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) is accepting internship applications for the Fall 2023 cycle. Research internships are for 3rd and 4th year students. A stipend is available. MPI also offers remote and in-person options. 

The application deadline is July 1st. 

Interested are asked to email internship@migrationpolicy.org with their resume/CV, cover letter, writing sample and either official or unofficial transcript. Please review the internship page linked above for more information about application requirements.

Interested students can schedule a resume/cover letter critique with Internship Coordinator, Liza Lebrun via TerpEngage.

RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS

MPI provides analysis, development, and evaluation of migration and refugee policies at local, national, and international levels. It aims to meet the demand for pragmatic and thoughtful responses to the challenges and opportunities that large-scale migration, whether voluntary or forced, presents to communities and institutions in an increasingly integrated world. Research Interns work within one of MPI's four program areas:

• U.S. Immigration: Tracking and analysis of policies relating to asylum and refugee pathways, border management, immigration enforcement, legal immigration (temporary and permanent), legal status for unauthorized immigrants, and employment outcomes of highly educated immigrants; analysis of immigration, demographic, and economic trends; development of proposals for policy reform.
• International Migration: Comparative analysis of immigration and integration policies in the areas of refugee resettlement and asylum, immigrant integration policies (including labor market integration and social cohesion), labor migration, borders and mobility, migration and development, and returns and reintegration.
• U.S. Immigrant Integration: Issues related to early childhood education and care; Dual Language Learners and English Learners; K-12 immigrant education; adult education, training, and workforce development; state and local immigration/integration policy and services; and language access policy. (Full-time internship preferred.)
• Latin America and Caribbean Initiative: Assessing policy responses to mixed migration flows, with a focus on Northern Central American, Venezuelan, Cuban, Haitian, and Nicaraguan flows; evaluating migration management systems in key host countries including Mexico, Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, Peru and Colombia; reviewing legal migration pathways (e.g., labor and protection) within and outside of Latin America; tracking regional and international development policies; and identifying integration challenges and opportunities in education, health care, labor markets, and community building. Written proficiency and oral fluency in Spanish are required.

Within each of these substantive areas, research intern duties include:

• Contributing to overall MPI research efforts, including through independent quantitative and/or qualitative research and policy analysis
• Writing paper drafts and preparing literature summaries
• Updating online tools on the MPI Data Hub
• Providing administrative support to MPI on migration-related events
• Attending and summarizing congressional hearings and other relevant public and private events for MPI staff
• Assisting with partial coverage of the reception desk and other light administrative tasks.

COMMUNICATIONS AND EVENT INTERNSHIPS

MPI offers communications and events internships, providing essential dissemination and other support across the Institute and with the ability to experience the breadth of its work across research areas.

The Communications Intern works with MPI’s Communications team on marketing, media tracking, social media, and similar duties, and at times with the Migration Information Source, MPI’s award-winning online journal. Strong editorial, social media, and multimedia skills are required for this full-time internship. Duties may include:

• Crafting digital campaigns and visuals
• Tracking media mentions and identifying news outlets for targeted outreach
• Assisting in the dissemination of MPI publications
• Editing multimedia audio and video
• Researching potential authors and topics.

The Events Intern, also working within the Communications team, assists in planning and supporting MPI's private and public events and meetings. The ability to work in person in Washington, DC is preferred, and this internship is typically part-time though full-time applications will also be considered.

EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIPS

The Executive Office Intern works with the President and Strategic Advisor to the President on internal strategic planning, institution building, relations with MPI’s board of directors and advisory board, and also helps with administration of MPI’s internship program. Executive office interns learn about the inner workings of leadership of a nonprofit think tank, contribute to making MPI an even better place to work, and assist with research tasks for the President’s presentations, briefings, media appearances, and other projects. Applicants with administrative experience, an interest in organizational management, and part-time availability are preferred.

Terps on the Hill Networking Event, July 26 6-8pm

Date and Time: Wednesday, July 26, 2023 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: Rayburn House Office Building, 45 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC
Host: UMD Alumni Association

Join your alumni association and fellow Terps for an evening of networking on Capitol Hill. Come hear from President Pines and other Maryland leaders as they share updates from the university and how you can continue to move Maryland Fearlessly Forward.

Learn More and Register

UN ECLAC Fall Internship Program - Open to current seniors or recent graduates

 The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is currently accepting applications for our Summer 2023 Internship Program.

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean 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 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 Intern will perform the following duties:

• Assisting in the execution of the substantive work of the Office;
• Engaging in economic analysis with a focus on trade, international finance, and development;
• Research and investigate international trade and finance issues of relevance to Latin America and the Caribbean region;
• Collect information from official country data, specialized agencies and other sources;
• Review and compile the collected data and information, prepare reports and update databases of the Office, incorporating appropriate tables, graphs, charts with references;
• The intern may also be asked to assist in the day-to-day work of the Office if required.

For more information and to apply visit: 

https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=211351&Lang=en-US

Harvard and MIT Application Assistance Mentoring Program

Many students interested in an economics PhD experience disparate degrees of support in the application process. The Application Assistance and Mentoring Program (AAMP) aims to mitigate these gaps by helping students from underrepresented groups connect with a graduate student mentor in MIT or Harvard’s PhD economics programs. These mentors can provide:

• Advice on graduate school and fellowship applications, including questions about the application process and feedback on application materials.

• Information about economics research, life as a PhD student or in an academic career, for students who are deciding whether a PhD in economics is the right choice for them.

The AAMP aims to increase the pipeline of diverse talent in economics PhD programs and welcomes participation from all groups underrepresented in economics, including but not limited to: Black, Hispanic or Latin American, Native American, low-income, LGBTQ+ students, women, students with disabilities, and students who are the first in their families to go to college. The AAMP welcomes participation among students at various stages of their economics studies, including undergraduates and college graduates. The AAMP is open to students who are curious about the academic economics experience and interested in figuring out if it’s right for them. 

Interested participants should fill out the application linked below. We will accept applications until July 17th, 2023. Mentorship will begin over the summer and continue through Fall 2023. Mentees who prefer to meet for a single “coffee chat” may indicate their preference on the form. We will do our best to match all interested applicants with a mentor; however, demand may exceed the availability of mentors. 

Please note that the MIT / Harvard Economics AAMP is a volunteer-based, student-run program. This program is not considered part of the admissions process for the Economics PhD at MIT or Harvard, nor will any student's participation in the AAMP be considered by the Graduate Admissions Committee at either school.

Please direct any questions to harvard.mit.aamp@gmail.com. To join the program, please fill out this form.