News, Updates, and Opportunities for CCJS Undergrads at the University of Maryland
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Spring 2020 Criminal Investigation Internship w/ Fairfax County
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
START Now Accepting Applications for their Spring 2020 Internship Program
The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START) is now accepting applications for the Spring 2020 Internship Program! Below is a list of opportunities available for the spring semester. Please visit their website for detailed project descriptions and more information, and to access the spring application forms.- Communications or Multimedia Internships
- GIS: Transnational Illicit Trafficking (TransIT)
- Global Terrorism Database (GTD) Internships
- International Crisis Behavior Project (ICB)
- State Department/START Internship
- Unconventional Weapons and Technology (UWT): Advanced Research Internship
- Unconventional Weapons and Technology (UWT): Innovative Discovery of Emerging and Novel Technologies
- Unconventional Weapons and Technology (UWT): Transnational Illicit Trafficking
- Understanding Domestic Radicalization
- Using Text Processing Tools to Study Polish & Lithuanian Social Media
Why choose an internship at START?
Undergrad Legal Aid Application Open for Spring 2020
The Undergraduate Student Legal Aid Office is now accepting Spring 2020 Intern Applications. The application is open to qualified undergraduate students from October 1st through November 1st 2019. To qualify for the internship, you must have completed 56 credit hours by the time you begin the internship, 12 of which must have been at UMD.
Interested students can apply at: https://terplinksites.umd.edu/departments/studentlegalaid/home by clicking on the intern banner at the bottom of the page.
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
START's Graduate Certificate in Terrorism Analysis currently accepting applications
Designed for both future practitioners and scholars, START’s flexible and fully online program provides students with advanced education on the causes, dynamics and impacts of international and domestic terrorism. The unique online format enables students to work full- or part-time while advancing their education. No pre-requisite knowledge is required, yet our coursework is appropriate for both new and experienced learners.
Program Description
START's Graduate Certificate in Terrorism Analysis aims to train the next generation of scholars and analysts to examine questions related to the behavior of terrorists and terrorist groups, and how societies can best prepare and respond to terrorist threats and attacks. Students also develop the methodological skills necessary to pursue advanced research on and analysis of terrorism. This four-course, twelve-credit, fully online program can be completed in as little as nine-months – or a more expanded two years. To learn more about the program and courses, visit http://www.start.umd.edu/education/graduate-certificate-online.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must have earned a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree at a foreign university. A 3.0 GPA is preferred, but experience may substitute. GRE scores are not required.
Law School Recruitment Fair - 2019
Date: Thursday, October 3, 2019
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Grand Ballroom - Stamp Student Union
This event provides a unique opportunity for students and alumni considering law school to meet face to face with law school admissions representatives from across the country. Over 100 law schools typically attend this event. Suggested attire for this event is business casual. Tips on preparing for the fair.
For additional information about this event: https://careers.umd.edu/event/law-school-recruitment-fair-2019.
Career Center: How to Find an Internship Workshop
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?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
Join the Career Center to get started in your search! These workshops occur monthly in the University Career Center & The President's Promise. If this date does not work for your schedule, check our event calendar for other dates this semester.
For additional information about this event: https://careers.umd.edu/event/how-find-internship-23.
Career Panel: Careers in Non-Profit Leadership and Social Justice
Are you interested in serving others? Are you considering pursuing a career in social justice and/or with a non-profit? Please join us for a career panel to learn more about career paths, jobs and internships, and more within the area of social justice. Confirmed panelists include:
- Carlie Muessig, Recruitment Coordinator, The Literacy Lab
- Ayanna King, Founder, Non-profit Executive Leadership
- Yasmin Salina, Executive Director & Chair, The Hustlers Guide
- Itay Balely, Community Manager, Federal Club, Human Rights Campaign
- Laura Thompson, Associate Director, Strategic Engagement, Service Year Alliance
Apply for Intern for a Day
INTERN FOR A DAY - Fall 2019
Intern for a Day connects undergraduate UMD students with alumni, parents, employers and community partners for one day job shadowing experiences.
Sample list for CCJS majors:
Law, Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice
- Andrei Blakely, Esquire
- District Court for Montgomery County MD
- Law Office of Eshigo P. Okasili, LLC
- Maryland Court of Special Appeals
- Maryland Office of Administrative Hearings
- Montgomery County Police Department
- Superior Court of the District of Columbia
Social Work
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