UMD Police Auxiliary Hiring Now!

UMD Army ROTC Offering Signing Bonus

University of Maryland Army ROTC is offering a $5,000 signing bonus for members of the Class of 2020.  Text ROTCBONUS to 462769 in order to hear about the Basic Camp Lateral Entry 5K Bonus!

More information about the UMD ROTC is available at: http://www.armyrotc.umd.edu/

Apply to Serve on the Dean's Student Advisory Council!

Apply to serve on the BSOS Dean's Student Advisory Council (DSAC) today! Be the voice of your college and leave an impact your campus community. BSOS DSAC seeks applicants from every department. The application closes on April 3 at 5:30 PM.

Click here to learn more about the BSOS DSAC & here to meet current members of the council!

Humans of Conflict Panel - Come Hear the Stories of Refugees and Marginalized Communities

Humans of Conflict will take place this Friday, March 30 at 1:00 PM in Tydings Hall room 0130. Featured participants are Dr. McCauley, Karen Delaney (The Advocacy Project), Richelieu Lomax (The World Bank), and Arzo Wardak. 

Discussion will be centered around how war impacts the daily lives of refugees and those in other marginalized communities. Light refreshments will be served.

Career Shuttle to Politico

Career Shuttle to Politico (Rescheduled from March)

Thursday, April 12, 8:30 am- 1 pm

RSVP HERE: go.umd.edu/cspolitico

Join us on the rescheduled Career Shuttle to Politico on Thursday, April 12! Founded in 2007, Politico is a global news & information organization that focuses on politics and policy. 

During our visit, we will learn more about internships and entry-level jobs at Politico. You can learn more about their open opportunities here: https://www.politico.com/careers We will also tour Politico's offices. 

Fall 2018 - Writing Center Internship

Career Shuttle: Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

Career Shuttle: Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

Friday, April 20, 11:00 am- 5:30 pm

RSVP and read more: https://go.umd.edu/cscia 

(Registration closes on April 4 or once capacity has been reached) 

Join the University Career Center & The President's Promise on a Career Shuttle to the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in McLean, VA! This career shuttle is for BSOS students who are interested in gaining a better understanding of the CIA and its mission and contributions to national security. The visit will include an information session led by senior officers from the Directorate of Operations and Analysis, a CIA museum tour, as well as a brief stop to the employee association store to purchase mementos. Space is limited, so sign up today! 

In order to participate:

• Sign up HERE to submit the following information: full legal name, date and place of birth and Social Security Number before April 4, 2018.
• You must be a current UMD student.
• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Participants must be available to leave from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on April 20th. Early departures cannot be accommodated.

Space is limited. Once the bus is full, you will be added to our waiting list and notified if a spot opens up.

The University Career Center’s "no show" policy will be strictly enforced. However due to the required background security check before the event, there is a modification to the normal two day no-show policy. To avoid the cancellation penalty, please contact Kristen Frese, BEFORE April 4, 2018 at UCC-BSOS@umd.edu  if you need to cancel, so that someone from the wait list may take your spot.

Questions? Contact Kristen Frese at UCC-BSOS@umd.edu.

Fall 2018 Internship: US Supreme Court Police

The Supreme Court of the United States Police is currently seeking students for a police internship for the Fall 2018 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
• 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 Fall 2018" as your subject line.  All resumes should be submitted by 4:00PM on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Interviews for selected candidates will be scheduled on campus the for the week of April 1.  

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. Resume tips and interview prep can be found via the University Career Center.

Scholarship Opportunity for CCJS Students - Deadline March 27

The J. Edgar Hoover Foundation Leadership Scholarship 

2018-2019 Academic Year

Multiple scholarships ($1,000-$1,350 each) will be awarded to high achieving CCJS rising juniors and seniors. Recipients will be chosen on the basis of demonstrated strength in CCJS coursework, merit, and leadership ability.   Preference will be given to students who have an interest in and are eligible for (e.g. http://www.federallawenforcement.org/careers/) law enforcement careers.

Applicants for the J. Edgar Hoover Foundation Leadership Scholarship must meet the following criteria:

• Declared as a CCJS major
• Rising junior, or senior standing for the 2018-2019 academic year
• Registered full-time for the Fall 2018 semester in good university standing
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 for all colleges/universities attended
• Demonstrates leadership qualities
• U.S. Citizen

Applicants must submit all of the following materials:

• Transcript(s) (unofficial is fine)  showing all college/university coursework
• Resume (please include expected graduation date)
• Short (250 word) Bio  – include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
• Short essay (1-2 pages) specifying career and academic goals

Recipients of the scholarships will be recognized in May 2018 at the college’s awards ceremony.

Deadline to Apply:

All application materials must be submitted in a single packet in hardcopy by 4:00 PM Tuesday, March 27, 2018 to:

Dr. Laure Brooks

Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice

2220 LeFrak Hall

University of Maryland

College Park, MD 20742

LBROOKS1@UMD.EDU

CCJS Advising Closed for Spring Break

CCJS Advising will be closed for Spring Break Monday, March 19, 2018 through Friday, March 23, 2018.  CCJS Advising will reopen Monday, March 26 at 9:00 AM.  

Have a happy safe Spring Break!

Opening: Student Volunteer Intern - International Affairs (Fall 2018)

Agency: Department of Justice - Office of International Affairs (OIA)
Posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/492065100
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: No Compensation 
Open & Close Dates: Feb 22, 2018 - April 15, 2018

OIA works with criminal prosecutors in the United States to secure the return of fugitives from abroad and to obtain from foreign countries evidence and other assistance (e.g. freezing of accounts and forfeiture of funds) needed in criminal investigations and prosecutions. OIA assists federal, state and local prosecutors and law enforcement agents pursuant to a network of bilateral and multilateral treaties and law enforcement agreements. In turn, OIA assures that the United States meets its reciprocal obligations to foreign countries by responding to their requests for the extradition of fugitives and the production of evidence located in the United States.

For more information and/or to apply to this position, please visit the posting link above.

BSOS International Week: March 26 - March 30

BA/MPP Information Session - 3/28

The School of Public Policy will be hosting an information session for the BA/MPP program on Wednesday March 28th at 7:00 PM in 1212 Van Munching. The early application deadline for this program is April 1, with rolling admissions and final applications until July 1.

2nd Annual Regional Law Enforcement Career Fair

Summer 2018 and Fall 2018 Internships with START

For more information and to apply, please visit: http://start.umd.edu/careers/internships

Jim Brochin 2018-2019 Senatorial Scholarship

The Jim Brochin 2018-2019 Senatorial Scholarship application period is open until March 30, 2018.

Who may apply: Current high school seniors, full-time or part-time, degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Students attending a private career school may also apply. Senatorial Scholarships may only be awarded to students applying for admission to an institution of higher learning within the State of Maryland, unless unique major status is approved for a non-Maryland school by the Maryland Higher Education Commission.

How to apply: Complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and then contact your State Senator. Your State Senator can be obtained by visiting the Maryland State Archive’s website. If your residency is in my district, the 42^nd legislative district, please fill out this application (PDF).

Award Information: Senatorial Scholarships are awarded for four years or until the completion of your degree, whichever comes first. Once awarded a Senatorial Scholarship, it will be automatically renewed each year as long you take a minimum of six credit hours a semester. If you have already received a Senatorial Scholarship, you do not need to complete another application.

Senator Jim Brochin

Maryland State Senate, District 42

410-841-3648

jim.brochin@senate.state.md.us

Amtrak Police Criminal Investigation Unit Internship - application period open

The Amtrak Police Department’s Counterintelligence and Criminal Investigation Unit is seeking a qualified intern whose primary responsibilities will be the gathering and analyzing of crime trend data collected from the agency’s Records Management System (RMS). This data will be utilized for predictive policing initiatives to include the APD’s “CompStat” program. CompStat is a multilayered dynamic approach to crime reduction, quality of life improvement, and personnel and resource management.

Applicants should be a current undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university. More information, as well as the application, can be found on the online posting.

Peer Advisor Position Open in CCJS Advising

CCJS Advising is currently seeking a Peer Advisor for the Fall 2018 semester (with the possibility of continuing beyond).  The Peer Advisor will be responsible for greeting students, answering general major questions, and secretarial duties within the CCJS Advising office.  This is a wonderful opportunity to work in our department, interact with CCJS faculty and staff, and gain valuable experience in the advising world.  

Qualifications:

• Student must be a declared CCJS major
• Student must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA
• Student must have at least 30 credits completed
• Student must be available for at least 10-20 hours a week, primarily working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's from 10:00AM – 4:00PM during the Fall 2018 semester

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, March 30, 2018.

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

Application materials will be reviewed and interviews will take place the week of April 2, 2018.  

Six Flags 2018 Internship - applications accepted now

Six Flags America is now recruiting for their 2018 internship program. Students pursuing a CCJS degree are invited to apply to the Security and Awareness Specialist position. This position will primarily be responsible for conducting audits on the enforcement of the security policies throughout the park, and assess trends in the community and their impact on Six Flags America. A full internship description is included above.

Applications are being accepted through March 31, 2018. More information on the program, qualifications, benefits, and the application, can be found on the program overview and internship application packet. 

DHS Spring Break Event

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties and Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer invite your students to attend the Spring Break:  Make Your Impact While DHS Secures the Homeland Student Outreach Event.  This program will be held March 27, 2018 from 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. at the Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, 131 M Street, NE, Sixth Floor, Washington, D.C. 

This in-person event will feature morning and afternoon panel discussions, federal resume writing workshops, and mock interviews with DHS officials who will share their experiences in law enforcement and other careers across DHS. In addition, human resource officials from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management will provide a live demonstration of the federal Pathways Program process for students and recent graduates. 

To assist in marketing this event, please feel free to use the attached event flyer.  An event agenda is also attached. Participation is limited to ninety students per session. This event is free, but registration online is required.

Applications: Police Officer Positions in Huntsville, AL

The Huntsville Police Department is looking for individuals that are looking to challenge themselves to be a part of something bigger! HPD in Huntsville, AL is accepting applications for the Fall 2018 Academy. The application period is open from Friday, March 9 to Monday, April 9. 

For more information, please view the Information Packet and visit the Huntsville Police Department's website.

Career Center Event - Diplomatic Security Service Info Session

Interested in being a Special Agent? Attend the Diplomatic Security Service Information Session!

Diplomatic Security Service Info Session

Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2018

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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

The Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) is the law enforcement and security arm of the U.S. Department of State. It bears the core responsibility for providing a safe environment for the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. 

Many UMD alumni have been successfully hired with a bachelor degree, so attend this session to learn about the hiring process and gain tips for enhancing your candidacy to become a DSS Special Agent. Additionally, internship opportunities will be discussed.

Lavender Leadership Honors Society - applications open NOW!

Applications are now open to join the Lavender Leadership Honor Society!

The Lavender Leadership Honor Society is an initiative of the LGBT Equity Center and advised by a student board. The honor society celebrates and develops leadership for LGBTQ+ social justice. It is open to University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate and graduate students, as well as staff, faculty, and alumni of the university. Founded in 2015, the society has been acknowledged in the Washington Post, and is believed to be the first collegiate honor society focusing on leadership for LGBTQ+ social justice. 

All interested students must submit an application by Friday, March 9, 2018.

Kaplan Presents: Wanna Be A Lawyer Week

Free Tutoring On Campus Through OMSE

Apply now to the Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!

The Minor in International Development and Conflict Management (MIDCM) is currently accepting applications. MIDCM is a 16-credit undergraduate program open to students of all majors who are interested in the theory, practice and professions related to development and conflict – and their intersections – around the world. Apply now to begin the program in fall 2018!