Internship Opportunity: Graduate Student Legal Aid Office

Spring 2013 Undergraduate Internship Opportunity with the Graduate Student Legal Aid Office

Thinking about a legal or client services career?  Would you like to earn credit while obtaining direct experience?  If so, visit:  www.thestamp.umd.edu/gradlegalaid to download the application and learn further information about the internship.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  OCTOBER 18, 2012

*Please note that applicants must have completed 56 credit hours by the start of the internship, 12 of which must have been at UMCP.

Graduate Student Legal Aid Office

3125 South Campus Dining Hall

301-405-5807

Scholarship Opportunity for Freshman

Balanced Man Scholarship Opportunity

Each year, Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp) awards the Balanced Man Scholarship to well-rounded incoming freshmen men.  While academic excellence is one of the criteria for applicants, this award is not determined solely by academics – the purpose of the Scholarship is to recognize and reward those who have led balanced lives.  The winner will receive a $1,000 scholarship, and over $1,000 more in scholarships and prizes will be awarded to second and third place winners, along with other finalists.  Please note that applying for or accepting the Balanced Man Scholarship in no way commits you to joining Sigma Phi Epsilon.  To find out more about the Balanced Man Scholarship and to fill out your application, please visit sigepmaryland.com. The deadline for applications is September 14^th .

C4T Opportunities for CCJS Majors

HIGHLIGHTED CAREER EVENT:

Job Search Booster Workshop- Four dates to choose from!

August 29 & 30, 2012 • 07:00PM - 08:00PM

September 5 & 6, 2012 • 07:00PM - 08:00PM

Location: 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing - University Career Center

Did you know that students who utilize their university career centers have a higher rate of job search success? Are you aware that a wide array of regional and national employers are using rooms in the University Career Center & The President’s Promise to interview students for full-time and internship positions? Don't let the challenging employment market get you down. What you know may not be enough to compete effectively. Spend 60 minutes with us and boost your chances. We’ll cover our essential services and resources and share some important "insider tips" to help you succeed. But wait...there's more! The first 30 attendees at each session will receive a free professional University Career Center & The President's Promise portfolio to use during your job search and beyond.

RSVP for this event by visiting the Center's Calendar of events (www.Careers.umd.edu/events.cfm), locate the time/day that fits your schedule, and click the RSVP link. For additional information about this event, contact William Jones Jr. at wajj@umd.edu.

Job Opportunity: UMCP Police Auxiliary

Police Auxiliary is currently hiring for the Fall 2012 semester and beyond. We are seeking applicants who are students in the University of Maryland system looking to gain experience in the field of criminal justice. Police Auxiliary offers a good student job with flexible hours as well as the opportunity to work directly with law enforcement personnel. Student Police Aides work a variety of shifts to include patrol shifts, building security, traffic control, special events, and many more. New hires are required to work a minimum of 10 hours per week to include one specified night or weekend shift. Those interested in applying or seeking more information can go online to www.policeauxiliary.com for an online application and more information. This position is not limited to CCJS majors, all interested can apply.

Internship Opportunity: CESAR Research Assistant

Undergraduate Internship (unpaid, for credit)
FALL SEMESTER 2012
Title: Research Assistant
Duties: The intern’s primary responsibilities will be to assist in the development and
maintenance of the Maryland Community Services Locator website (www.mdcsl.org). Specific duties include:

Responsibilities:
Verify the accuracy of program listings in the database using online sources and telephone surveys
Data entry (using Excel) for responses from provider surveys
Assist in augmenting the comprehensiveness of the existing database through database
comparisons, resource inventories, etc.
Outreach to community providers to promote awareness of the MDCSL in Maryland
Field work with community providers to promote awareness and use of the website
Assist with dissemination of materials to providers
Other duties as assigned

CASL Needs Study Participants

Below is a list of postings for studies at the Center for Advanced Study of Language that need participants. All provide monetary compensation for student time.  Please click the link below for more information.

Paid Position: ASCDU Tutors Needed for CCJS

Academic Support & Career Development Unit (ASCDU)

Tutorial Program Work Opportunities

The ASCDU is in need of high achieving students with an interest in education and experience tutoring to provide tutorial support for diverse group of student-athletes.  This is a paid position and requires a minimum of 4 hours a week.  Tutorial sessions are primarily held during the evenings (5:00pm to 9:00pm) but limited daytime hours are also available. 

C4T Opportunities for CCJS Majors

HIGHLIGHTED VIRTUAL CAREER EVENT:

Microsoft Career Panel: What to Consider in a Job Opportunity

Learn from our University Staffing Benefits expert and hear real life accounts of what some of Microsoft’s employees considered when they received offers and what they would suggest college graduates take into account when it comes time for you to review your own offers.  Hear their thoughts, ask questions, form your own opinions, and be more prepared for the recruiting season!

What: Online Webinar and Q&A—Get an insider's glimpse into what could be included in an offer and the significance of each component

Who: Anyone interested in working at a technical company!

·         Wednesday, August 8th, 9:30 AM PST

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/msjobopp1

NOTE: Both Webinars are identical and will have same structure and content.

Call in Information: (309) 944-9515 Access Code: 643 4503 (Must call in for audio). Are you calling in internationally? If so, we recommend VOIP so you can access the audio. If you’re calling using a landline, cell phone, Skype, Nonoh, or a similar program, please make sure to dial 00-1 before dialing the number above. If you continue to have problems signing in, please note that we will be posting these webinars online shortly and will be sending out the link to all registrants.

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Careers4Terps highlighted position of the week by the University Career Center & The President’s Promise!

Log in to your C4T account (www.Careers.umd.edu) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more.

College Fall Internship, ID    61030

POSITION TYPE: Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)

Government of D.C. - Office of Citizen Complaint Review, Washington, District of Columbia   

The District of Columbia's Office of Police Complaints (OPC) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated intern for the Fall semester. OPC is a government agency that receives, investigates, and resolves citizen complaints of police complaints filed against the Metropolitan Police Department officers. OPC provides an independent and impartial forum for the processing of police misconduct complaints and promotes the highest attainable standard of integrity, professionalism, and accountability in the District's police department. Interns work alongside experienced staff on a variety of projects. The primary duties of interns are to assist with the agency's community/public relations with the preparation of Freedom of Information Act responses, internet research, media relations, various community outreach activities, and drafting recommendations. Additional intern duties also may include assisting with special projects, assisting with witness statements, collecting and reviewing evidence, and transcribing tapes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Students with an interest in government affairs, community relations, civil rights, and public policy are strongly encouraged to apply. Fall Internships are unpaid, but they can be done for academic credit.