Government Accountability Office (GAO) Day at the School of Public Policy

Date: October 6th 

Time:  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: Zoom

The U.S. Government Accountability Office and the School of Public Policy (SPP) invite students to join us as we celebrate our longstanding partnership, while learning more about the organization and its opportunities from leadership and SPP alumni.

The event will consist of an opening discussion with The Honorable Gene L. Dodaro, eighth Comptroller General of the United States and head of the GAO, and SPP Dean Robert C. Orr, followed by two panel discussions.

Attend the event to:

• Hear about working at GAO from current employees
• Find out how the careers of SPP alumni led them to GAO
• Learn more about GAO’s culture of diversity and inclusion
• Explore the range of policy topics that GAO covers - from healthcare to information technology, and more.

GAO Day is open to all students interested in a career in policy at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from alumni about their experiences building interesting and impactful careers at GAO!

For more information visit the SPP website.  To RSVP for the event please click here.

Free Online Tutoring Available

Join the BSOS Internships LinkedIn Group!

Do you have an internship and would you like to see where your peers are interning?  Joining the BSOS Internships LinkedIn Group gives you a network of students (370) currently involved in an internship or who have recently completed one or more internships.  By joining the group, you can see where others have interned and their current placements, and message them through the group.  Be sure your LinkedIn profile includes your first and last name, your major and your internship. 

Questions?  Email the group moderator, Kathryn Hopps.

START Internship Program Fall Virtual Information Sessions

Want to know more about START’s Internship Program?
Sign up to attend one of our upcoming webinar information sessions to learn more about START's Internship Program! We will be offering three info sessions this fall, the first to take place on Wednesday, September 30th, the second on Tuesday, October 13th, and the final on Thursday, October 29th.

The info session will be led by START’s Experiential Education Specialist, Eva Coll, who will discuss how the internship program currently works, what students or recent graduates have to gain from their experience in the program, application requirements, and the projects offered within the center that interns will be working on. The session will conclude with a 15-30 minute question and answer period, so please feel free to come with any questions you have about START as a center or our internship program!

Please register to attend through START website via the links below: 

• 09/30/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-093020
• 10/13/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-101320
• 10/29/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-102920

You will receive an email on the day prior to the information session with detailed information on how to access the webinar in UMD's Zoom platform via a computer or phone.

Please email escoll@umd.edu if you have any questions about the upcoming information sessions. 

LGBTQ+ Students and Allies in Public Health meeting

UMD's LGBTQ+ Students and Allies in Public Health is hosting their first meeting for everyone interested in joining or learning more about the organization. The organization is open to anyone with an interest in LGBTQ+ health equity and social justice, anti-racism, racial equity, and intersectionality. 

The first meeting will be hosted on Tuesday, September 29th, from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM via Zoom. The organization is open to anyone with an interest in LGBTQ+ health equity and social justice, anti-racism, racial equity, and intersectionality. More information about LGBTQ+ Students and Allies in Public Health and the meeting can be found here.

OCPD Hiring for Summer 2021

The Ocean City (MD) Police Department has the following paid employment opportunities for Summer 2021:

• (75) Seasonal Police Officers
• (75) Seasonal Public Safety Aides
• (20) Seasonal Communications Operators

Those interested may register for one of the Zoom Informational Sessions by emailing vrow@oceancitymd.gov:

• Tuesday September 29, 2020 (10AM)
• Thursday October 1, 2020 (2PM)
• Monday October 5, 2020 (Noon)
• Wednesday October 7, 2020 (5PM)

The first Applicant Testing Weekend on this year will occur on October 24/25, 2020. More information on each position can be found in OCPD's What Are You Doing This Summer? brochure.

Smith Business Minor Information Sessions

 

The Smith Business Minor program will be hosting two upcoming information sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio.

Students interested in General Business or the Innovation & Entrepreneurship minors should attend the information session on Thursday, October 1st at 6pm. While those interested in Business Analytics should attend the Tuesday, October 6th session at 6 pm.

Students interested should RSVP here.

GSAC hiring CCJS tutors

The Gossett Student-Athlete Center is looking to hire CCJS tutors for their online zoom tutoring program.  If interested, contact Todd Nally at tnally@umd.edu.

Spring 2021 Criminal Investigation Internship w/ Fairfax County

The Fairfax County Public Defender's Office is currently seeking multiple Criminal Investigator interns for the Fall 2020 semester. This opportunity can be used for CCJS internship credit. All interested send a resume and cover letter to Doug Nelson (dnelson@vadefenders.org) no later than close of business Thursday, October 15, 2020. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Fair announcement for CCJS students

CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIR, Sept. 23, 24, & 24: The annual Career and Internship Fair, hosted by the University Career Center, provides UMD students and alumni with an opportunity to meet with employers to discuss internship, full-time and part-time employment opportunities.  Employers are looking forward to meeting undergraduate and graduate students!

Fair guide for CCJS Students

BSOS CAREER CHATS: Explore career options over a casual chat with alumni/employers. Learn more/Register 

Alumni Spotlight:

• Federal Government/Legal, October 13th @ 4 pm, Nikkia Wharton, COMM '06 | Senior Counsel, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
• Research, October 21st @ 4 pm, Kadeem Khan, GVPT '15 | Associate Research Manager, Facebook's Data for Good
• Data Science, October 28th @ 4 pm, Erica Ryan, ECON '18 | Fannie Mae as a Quantitative Analyst
• Legal, November 3rd @ 12 pm, Taylor Henderson, GVPT '19 | Law Student, Villanova Law

INTERN FOR A DAY: 

Intern for a Day Lite will match UMD students with professionals working in a field of interest to conduct virtual informational interviews.  "Hosts" can live and work anywhere nationally and internationally.  This reimagined program takes the “cold calling” out of informational interviews and networking for students! Student registration: between October 5 - October 11.

VIRTUAL CAREER EXPLORATION, EMPLOYER EVENTS & WORKSHOPS:

• Kaiser Associates (management consulting) | September 15 • 4:00 - 5:15 pm
• NSA Information Session: Student Programs and Internships, September 17 • 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 
• Federal Interview Techniques, September 30 • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Navigating USAJobs, Presented by OPM, September 24 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm 
• Writing your Federal Resume, Presented by OPM, September 15 • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm   
• CIA Virtual Office Hours (via telephone), October 6 •  9 am - 3 p.m., RSVP required
• Careers in Data Science and Data Analytics Panel | October 7 • 4 - 5 pm  
• Careers in Child Services Panel | Thursday, October 8 • 4 - 5 pm 
• Government Meetup: Policy, Justice and Law | October 9  • 12 - 2 pm
• Virtual Career Shuttle: International Rescue Committee | November 6 • 12 - 1 pm

 

KEY RESOURCES TO DIRECT STUDENT TO: 

• The BSOS Your Career page provides information, resources, and tools geared toward BSOS students in all phases of career development.
• Careers4Terps has over 1,500 open positions for UMD students to apply for! Preview openings by industry.
• The federal/state government information page provides tips, events, and information related to government jobs and internships.  
• Individual Career Planning appointments, offered by the BSOS Career Planning team and the University Career Center  
• Job/Internship Search Strategies During COVID-19, BSOS Majors  

START Spring 2021 Internship Program Now Accepting Applications!

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for the Spring 2021 Internship Program! Given the COVID-19 pandemic, START is currently planning to offer our spring internship program remotely pending further guidance from the University of Maryland. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations here. 

Why choose an internship at START?

• Experience working with a large team of dynamic and experienced researchers.
• Exposure to cutting edge theories and methods.
• Deepen your understanding of current issues in terrorism and homeland security.
• Work on projects of immediate interest to the practitioner and policy community.
• Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers.
• Opportunity to work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests.
• Enrichment activities offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth, schedule includes simulations, career presentations and research talks.
• Mentorship from START staff and researchers in a successful professional environment.
• Internships can be undertaken for academic credit (depending on approval from your institution and department). 

How to apply:
Please visit START internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the spring 2021 application webform. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Spring 2021 application deadlines:
Priority application deadline: Sunday, October 25, 2020; 11:59pm
Final application deadline: Sunday, November 8, 2020; 11:59pm

How to Find an Internship Workshop

How to Find an Internship Workshop

Wednesday, September 9

1:00pm - 2:00pm

RSVP

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

**This session will be recorded and shared on the University Career Center's YouTube channel: @UMDCareerCenter

For additional information about this event: contact Trisha Hongcharti, University Career Center & The President's Promise at trishah@umd.edu.

Commercial Consulting opportunity to network with Deloitte

1:1 Networking - Deloitte Commercial Consulting

Monday, September 21, 2020

3:00pm - 5:00pm

RSVP NOW

Join Deloitte Commercial Strategy Consulting for an opportunity to learn about the consulting industry, Deloitte as a company, and ask recent UMD Alum about their experiences at Deloitte through a 1:1 networking session. These sessions will be held virtually through Zoom, a practitioner will send Zoom link invites after registration

Class Level: Juniors and Seniors only
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
GPA: 3.5 and above

For additional information about this event: Contact Michael Maiden at The University Career Center at mmaiden@umd.edu.

U.S. Department of State Internship - applications for Summer 2021 open now

The Department of State is currently accepting applications for the Student Internship Program. The application period for Summer 2021 will be open through September 16, 2020. More information on the program can be found on their website.

The U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program is an unpaid internship with the opportunity to work in U.S. embassies and consulates throughout the world, as well as in various bureaus located in Washington, D.C. and at Department offices around the United States. This program is designed to provide substantive learning experiences in a foreign affairs environment.

While the duties of U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program participants vary from bureau to bureau, office to office, and embassy to embassy, it is not uncommon for these students to:

• Participate in meetings with senior-level U.S. Government or foreign government officials
• Draft, edit, or contribute to cables, reports, communications, talking points, or other materials used by policymakers in furthering U.S. foreign policy objectives
• Support events, including international and/or multilateral meetings and conferences or
• Engage directly with U.S. audiences in helping to explain the work of the Department of State or foreign audiences in helping to promote U.S. foreign policy and improve understanding of U.S. culture and society

Fall 2020 Wellness Workshops from the Counseling Center

The Counseling Center is hosting drop-in virtual workshops on a wide range of topics to support your mental health and well-being. The Wellness Workshops include skills-based workshops and space for connection and support to students almost every weekday of the semester. Students can attend as many as they would like, and have 16 topics to choose from. Visit the Wellness Workshops website to find out more about information, including topic descriptions, Zoom links, and workshop times.  

Please know that this is a skill-building workshop and is not a therapy space. Due to the open and online nature of this support space, this workshop is not private or confidential though participants are encouraged to be respectful and mindful of each other and to practice discretion.

No prior contact with the Counseling Center is necessary. These are drop-in and do not require advanced registration. The workshops will close to new participants 15 minutes after the start of the workshop. Workshops will not occur on university holidays.

CIA Employer Office hours (via telephone) October 6th

CIA Virtual Office Hours (via telephone)

Tuesday, October 6, 2020  |  9:00am - 3:00pm

RSVP

If you're interested in learning more about careers at the CIA and the application process, schedule a 30-minute telephone appointment with one of their recruiters!

As these slots are limited, please only sign up if you KNOW you are able to commit to the time/date selected to give all students an equal chance to talk with the recruiter.

Due to the nature of the CIA's work, these slots are only available to U.S. Citizens/Nationals. Students need to make sure that your Careers4Terps Work Authorization is set to US Citizen/National (if applicable). If the student is a US Citizen/National but that's not reflected on Careers4Terps, they'll need to call Ms. Leila Green via 301-314-7225.

For additional information about this event: Contact Michael Maiden at The University Career Center at mmaiden@umd.edu.

Seasonal Employment Opportunities w/ OCPD (Summer 2021)

What are you doing this summer? Join OCPD as a seasonal police officer!

Each Summer, the Ocean City (MD) Police Department hires close to (200) Seasonal Employees to assist in this busy Summer Resort. OCPD will be testing this Fall on the following weekends:

• October 24/25, 2020

  

  
  

• November 21/22, 2020
• December 19/20, 2020

If you'd like to attend one of the Testing Sessions, you will need the following:

• Completed Application (located on website)
• Driver's License
• Physician's Waiver (Police Applicants Only)

For additional info, visit JoinOCPD or email pdtrain@oceancitymd.gov. Information about the hiring process can be found in this informational brochure.