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Apply to Become a PAL Coach for Spring 2017

Spring 2017 Internship Opportunity: Department of Treasury - International Affairs

The Department of The Treasury- International Affairs

Spring 2017 Junior Fellowship and Internship program Term: 01/30/2017 - 05/12/2017

Apply through USAJob

Closes Friday 10/28/2016

Duties

Departmental Offices is comprised of divisions headed by Assistant Secretaries and Under Secretaries who are primarily responsible for policy formulation and overall management of the Treasury Department. These offices include:

• Executive Offices of the Secretary of the Treasury
• Domestic Finance
• Economic Policy
• General Counsel
• International Affairs
• Legislative Affairs
• Management/Chief Financial Officer
• Public Affairs
• Tax Policy
• Terrorism and Financial Intelligence
• Treasurer

Students are required to select up to three program offices from the list above. For more information and detail descriptions, visit Treasury's website www.treasury.gov

Spring 2017 Internship Opportunity: Supreme Court of the United States Police

The Supreme Court of the United States Police is currently seeking students for a police internship for the Spring 2017 semester.  If you are seeking a career in law enforcement this is a great hands on experience. You will be protecting one of the most important bodies in our government, the Supreme Court of the United States. Credit will be granted for this internship to eligible students through the CCJS department after the proper paperwork has been processed.

Intern’s duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist officers on the front plaza and with crowd control
• Aid any investigations
• Assist visitors with directions
• Escort Justices and/or groups with reservations
• Assist officers with screening of visitors
• Various administrative duties

To apply, please submit an electronic copy of your resume to Diane Hou at ccjsadvising@umd.edu with "SCPUS Internship Application" as your subject line.  All resumes should be submitted by 4:00PM on Friday, October 28, 2016.  Interviews for selected candidates will be scheduled on campus the for the week of November 14.  Please remember this is a professional internship with a federal agency and should be treated as such from the initial application through the completion of the internship.

School of Public Health Expo 2016

Location: SPH building, Volley Ball Gym

Dates: Tuesday, October 25th, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

SPH Career Expo invites all undergraduate and graduate students to learn about potential internship and career opportunities in the Public Health, Family Science, Public Health Science, Epidemiology and Kinesiology fields. 

Many government, nonprofit and private sector employers will attend. Additionally, the region’s graduate school programs will have representation at the Expo.
See the full list here. 

December 2016 Graduates: Purchasing Graduation Regalia

It’s time to buy your graduation regalia!  The University Book Center is the official supplier of commencement regalia for the university. Students can purchase their graduation regalia and additional accessories, such as diploma frames, announcements, and class rings from the University Book Center during the Grad Fair today, October 12 from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.  Regalia will be available for purchase beginning today.  Students are encouraged to obtain their regalia sooner rather than later; fewer sizes will be available as we get closer to graduation.

Undergraduate and Master's Degree Students:
Undergraduate and master's degree students must purchase their regalia from the University Book Center. The undergraduate package cost $138.98 and the master's degree package cost $149.98. The following items are required and sold as a package:

• Cap
• Gown
• Departmental hood (Bachelor of Arts hood has a white velvet – CCJS is a BA degree)
• Stole of gratitude
• Tassel with official medallion

Peer Advisor Position Open in CCJS Advising

CCJS Advising is currently accepting applications for a new peer advisor for the Spring 2017 semester, with the possibility of Summer 2017 as well.  Peer advisors handle the front desk of the CCJS Advising office, assist students with general major-related questions, and help advisors with various clerical/office duties.  

Qualifications:

• Student must be a declared CCJS major
• Must have at least 30 credits completed here at UMD
• Cumulative GPA of a 3.0 or higher
• Students must be graduating May 2018 or later

To Apply:

Please email the following to ccjsadvising@umd.edu.  *Please note this is not an internship, but a paid part-time job opportunity.  All application materials are due by 12:00 PM on Friday, October 14, 2016.

• Current resume 
• A paragraph explaining why you would like to work in CCJS Advising

Application materials will be reviewed the week of October 17 and interviews will take place the week of October 24, 2016.  

Apply to be the Winter 2016 BSOS Student Commencement Speaker!

College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Commencement Ceremony
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
12:00 PM

As you prepare to embark on your next journey after graduating from the University of Maryland, what reflections would you share with your fellow graduates?

Each year the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences selects one student to deliver a 4-5 minute speech at the commencement ceremony. The theme of the speech is entirely up to you but must speak to all graduates from the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.

The selected student speaker will get to deliver his/her message to the 2,000 students, faculty, and guests at the BSOS Commencement Ceremony. The student speaker will play a prominent role in the procession into the Xfinity Center. During the BSOS Commencement Ceremony, the student speaker will get to sit on stage with the Dean Gregory Ball and will receive reserved special seating for family and guests.

Eligibility

• Completed at least 60 credits at the University of Maryland, College Park
• A GPA of 3.50 or better
• Graduated in Summer or Graduating in Fall 2016

For more information about the application process or to access the application, please visit: go.umd.edu/bsosspeaker16.

Career Center: Industry Professionals Panels

Peace Corps Storytelling Panel
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 – 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Stamp Student Union, Prince George’s Room (1211)
Come listen to the stories of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers as they share their experiences living, working and serving in developing countries. If you have any interest in Peace Corps, living abroad, or launching an international career, sign up for this event!
RSVP link

Careers in Libraries, Museums and Archives Panel
Monday, October 10, 2016 – 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor
Interested in a future career in a library, museum or archive? Don't miss this opportunity to connect with alumni and seasoned professionals in these exciting fields! Panelists from the following organizations will be present: Newseum, Prince George’s County Memorial Library System, Smithsonian Office of Policy and Analysis, Department of Justice, Navy Memorial and Jewish Museum of Baltimore.
RSVP link

Careers in Community and Social Services Panel
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 – 4:00pm-5:30pm
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor
Interested in a career working directly in your community? Passionate about working with special populations in need? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and network directly with professionals working in various human and social services agencies. Gain inside knowledge by learning what skills employers are seeking, entry level job titles, and how to differentiate yourself from the competition.
RSVP link

Careers in Cybersecurity Panel
Monday, October 17, 2016 – 6:00pm-7:00pm
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor
Interested in a career within the field of cybersecurity? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and network directly with professionals in cybersecurity. Gain inside knowledge by learning what skills employers are seeking, entry level job titles, and how to differentiate yourself from the competition.
RSVP link

Careers in Agricultural Biotechnology Panel
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 – 5:00pm-6:30pm
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor
The word "biotechnology" is traditionally thought to be synonymous to biomedical research, however the field of agriculture has been overlooked for their contributions to the biotech industry. Research in plant and animal breeding, pest & pesticide resistant crops, and nutrient supplementation, are just a few ways in which agricultural biotech enriches our world. Come to this event to learn more about different career options in ag. biotech from alumni and professionals.  Don't miss out on this networking opportunity!
RSVP link

Careers in Industrial and Organizational Psychology Panel
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 – 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor
Interested in a career in I-O? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and network directly with professionals in the field of human resources, test development, research, and psychometrics. We will start with a panel discussion followed by informal socializing and networking, so bring your questions! All majors are invited to attend and this event will be especially helpful for sophomore, juniors, and seniors. 
RSVP link

Career Center: Upcoming Job and Internship Events

Economics Networking Night
Wednesday, October 5, 2016 – 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Stamp Student Union, Colony Ballroom
The Economics Networking Night connects students majoring in economics with UMD alumni and employers working in the areas of applied economics research, policy, financial services, and consulting organizations throughout the DC Metro area. 
Prepare for the event by viewing participating organizations.
RSVP link           

Law School Fair
Tuesday, October 11, 2016 – 1:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Stamp Student Union, Grand Ballroom
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.
List of attending employers.
RSVP link

Finding U.S. Employment: A Job Search System for International Students
Friday, October 14, 2016 – 11:00am-12:30pm
Location: Robert H. Smith School of Business, Tyser Auditorium
Interested in hearing how H-1B sponsorship happens from the inside? Dan Beaudry, former head of campus recruiting at Monster.com, shares the potent job search system used by many international students to find U.S. employment. H-1B's are won in ways you likely don't expect.
RSVP link

Language Career & Internship Fair
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 – 11:00am-3:00pm
Location: Stamp Student Union, Colony Ballroom
Do you speak another language? Do you want to teach English, work or intern abroad? Interested in international issues? Don't miss the 8th Annual Language Career & Internship Fair! Connect with organizations looking to hire for part-time, internship and full-time positions in these fields and learn about ways to build your experience on our campus. See link for full information.
See the list of attending employers.
RSVP link

On-Campus Legal Aid Internship - Spring 2017