Intern for a Day Lite

More information: go.umd.edu/ifad

BSOS Career Chats: Federal Government/Legal career paths

Interested in a career path in the federal government/legal field? RSVP to join: https://fellercenter.umd.edu/bsos-career-chats. 

March 9, 2021 - 4:00 pm

Lillia Damalouji, GVPT '18 | Contracts Lead, Naval Sea Systems Command: Lillia graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in May 2018 with a BS in Government and Politics. After graduation, she began her career with the Naval Sea Systems Command in the Dept. of Navy. She currently supports the Hospital Ship and Submarine Tender Division as the Contracts Lead and a 3L evening student at George Mason Law.

View all BSOS CAREER CHATS: Interested in learning about a new field or gaining industry specific application tips? Attend this 30-minute session to learn how these alumni made it! The session will be informal and start with a short overview, followed by a Q&A with students. Students will have the option to talk with professionals through the Zoom chat feature or unmute themselves to pose questions. 

Questions about the Career Chats? Please email mcslone@umd.edu. 

Hosted by the Joel & Kim Feller Center for BSOS Advising & Career Planning

Criminal Law Internship w/ DC Public Defender Service

The Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2021 Criminal Law Internship Program (CLIP). 

The Criminal Law Internship Program (CLIP) at the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia (PDS) provides undergraduate and graduate students with the fundamental investigative techniques and the relevant criminal law knowledge needed to assist Staff Attorneys. The Internship kicks-off with an intensive weeklong training session that orients interns to PDS and the city. In the second week, Investigative Interns are partnered together, assigned to one or more Staff Attorneys and are responsible for all investigative aspects of their attorneys’ cases. Investigative Interns will be assigned to Staff Attorneys in the Trial Division, but some also investigate for the Parole Division, Community Defender Division and Special Litigation Division.

More information and application instructions can be found on the CLIP page.

UNESCO Employer information sessions

Interested in gaining career insights and advice on careers in the UN? 

Consider joining one of the webinars below offered by professionals working at UNESCO. Students from all academic disciplines are invited to hear directly from international professionals working in Costa Rica at UNESCO to learn about their work around 3 major UNESCO programs to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) while also gaining career insights and advice on careers in the UN.

UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Its purpose is “to contribute to peace and security by promoting collaboration among the nations through education, science and culture in order to further universal respect for justice, for the rule of law, and for the human rights and fundamental freedoms which are affirmed for the peoples of the world, without distinction of race, sex, language or religion”. 

• UNESCO & Culture | UNESCO's Mandate & Actions in Central America , Tuesday March 2, 2021. 11am
• UNESCO & Education | UNESCO's Mandate & Actions in Central America Tuesday March 9, 2021, 11am
• UNESCO & Communication & Information | UNESCO's Mandate & Actions in Central America, Tuesday March 16, 11am

Organized through the UMD University Career Center.

PSYC Career Pop-Up Shop, March 4

Join PSYC for the PSYC Career Pop-Up Shop, March 4 at 5 p.m.! Learn about job openings and career options in fields related to psychology while speed networking with professionals & recruiters. Current UMD Psychology undergraduate students interested in applying for internship and full-time openings should attend this event. Open to all majors. RSVP here through Careers4Terps to view the Zoom login information. 

Confirmed Professionals: Review open positions

• Cornerstone Montgomery
• Community Crisis Services, Inc.
• Kennedy Krieger Institute
• Little Leaves Behavioral Services
• Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration
• Sheppard Pratt
• The Literacy Lab
• The Treatment and Learning Centers
• Urban Teachers 
• Verbal Beginnings, LLC

Prepare to stand out at the event with these tips. We will be using the Zoom platform to pair students and professionals in breakout Zoom rooms to network. The latest version of Zoom allows participants to choose their own Zoom breakout rooms. Students will need to download the most up to date version of Zoom to access this feature (read this quick Zoom article for tips).

Hosted by: The Department of Psychology, Psi Chi Honors Society, Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning in BSOS, and the University Career Center & The President’s Promise. 

For additional information about this event: Contact Michelle Slone, Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning, at mcslone@umd.edu

Apply to be a Spring 2021 BSOS Student Commencement Speaker!

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?

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences will select two students, one undergraduate and one graduate student, to deliver a 3-minute speech at a commencement event.  The theme of the speech is entirely up to you, but must speak to all graduates from the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. 

 

Eligibility

• A GPA of 3.50 or better

• Graduated in Winter or cleared for Spring 2021 graduation

• Undergraduate candidates must have completed at least 60 credits at the University of Maryland, College Park 

For more information about the application process or to access the application, please visit the BSOS student speaker website.

Summer 2021 internship w/ NCVBA

The National Center for Victims of Crime is seeking an unpaid Program Assistant intern to help with their National Crime Victim Bar Association (NCVBA), the legal arm of the organization. The NCVBA connects victims of crime to lawyers across the nation, and provides ongoing technical litigation support and trainings on how victim advocates can better use the civil justice system to help victims of crime.

The intern reports to the Director of the National Crime Victim Bar Association (NCVBA, an affiliate of the National Center). The NCVBA provides technical support to attorneys representing crime victims in civil actions, refers crime victims to lawyers in their local area, and works to increase general awareness about the availability of civil remedies for victims of crime.  This internship provides an opportunity to build your resume with while learning how a non-profit organization that works with those in need operates from the inside.

For more information and to apply, please visit the NCVBA Internship posting. The deadline to apply is Thursday, April 1.

Summer 2021: Arlington County Police Department Investigative Assistant Internship

The Arlington County Police Department Investigative Assistant Internship is currently accepting applications for exceptional undergraduate students interns. This position is located in the Criminal Investigations Division: Homicide/Robbery Unit. The purpose of the Investigative Assistant Intern is to provide direct assistance to the detectives in the Homicide/Robbery Unit, Burglary/Larceny Unit, Special Victims Unit and the General Assignment Unit.

• Interns will be directly involved interviewing victims and witnesses in a variety of cases such as assaults, threats, missing persons, domestic assaults, larcenies and other property crimes
• Interns will be provided with orientation and guidance on how to conduct these interviews and work on each case with the assigned detective
• This internship will acquaint the student with the investigative process by actually being a part of the investigations
• Interns will conduct interviews, document statements and provide input to the detectives on disposition of cases
• An intern’s work may lead to identifying suspects to be prosecuted

Interns accepted for this assignment will complete the process with true investigative experience. The intern will develop strategies and make recommendations to the Detective and the intern will work closely with the Detectives throughout the investigative process. The Detectives will involve the intern in all phases of the investigation and treat them as colleagues.

Applicants must be enrolled in a program that will continue to December 2021 in order to participate in the summer semester internship. Students may find more information and the application process on Handshake or on the Arlington PD job posting. The Summer 2021 deadline is March 1, 2021.  Applications submitted after that deadline will not be accepted. 

Questions? Contact the Intern Coordinator at POLInterns@arlingtonva.us or 703-228-4337. Application and additional information available online here.

Summer 2021 Criminal Investigation Internship w/ Fairfax County

The Fairfax County Public Defender's Office is currently seeking multiple Criminal Investigator interns for the Summer 2021 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 Monday, March 1, 2021. Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Paid Summer Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges (RISC) Initiative Internship for Hard Security Problems

The Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges (RISC) Initiative
Summer Internship for Hard Security Problems
June 1 – August 6, 2021
College Park, Maryland

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park, is seeking outstanding undergraduate and graduate students to participate in the Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges (RISC) Initiative and internship program. This exciting 10-week paid program will pair students with mentors from UMD campus and the Department of Defense (DOD) and Intelligence Community (IC) community, and offer the potential opportunity to be considered for future employment with the US government, to include possible sponsorship for a security clearance.

Students will be introduced to career opportunities with the DoD and IC as well as develop their technical capabilities through hands-on real world problems. Project topics will be posed by government operators, and supported with realistic data sets and other materials. Over the 10-week period, students will participate in lectures and regular team development meetings in a shared virtual work environment. The summer program will conclude with a demonstration event and workshop, with a panel of visiting experts from DOD/IC to discuss the results.

Eligibility: We seek outstanding graduate and senior undergraduate students with expertise in disciplines listed below. Students must be U.S. citizens and be available full-time for the duration of the program. Selection criteria emphasize technical strengths in relevant fields, experience working both independently and in teams, and demonstrated interest in contributing to national security.

While specific topics are in development, the missions supported are likely to include geospatial analysis, human geography, disinformation, insider risk, and critical technology protection. The RISC Initiative is particularly seeking interns with expertise in one or more of the following disciplines:

1. Computer Science, Information Science & Engineering: AI/ML algorithmic development, HCI, data science, data and knowledge engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, media analysis and forensics, information systems design, GIS;
2. Mathematics and Statistics: Data analytics, quantitative modeling, experimental design, graph analytics, data visualization;
3. Social & Behavioral Sciences: anthropology, human geography (e.g., pattern of life and mobility modeling), cognitive/neuroscience & psychology, criminal justice, teamwork and group dynamics, communications, disinformation and misinformation;
4. Library Science: Data curation, tagging, metadata, repositories, social media analytics;
5. Additional topics may include: Measurement and evaluation of learning outcomes, environmental modeling and remote sensing, human factors, regulatory public policy.

Remuneration: Interns will be paid a weekly stipend up to $1,000, commensurate with education and experience. Housing accommodations, transportation, and food allowances are not provided.

To apply: Please assemble a package including a) your resume, b) a copy of your transcripts, c) one recommendation letter from a professor, and d) a letter of interest describing your disciplinary focus (referencing the topic areas above), experiences that have prepared you for success in an internship focused on intelligence and security challenges, and anything else in your background that that could be helpful for the selection committee to know.

Submit your package (and any questions) to risc@arlis.umd.edu.
The deadline for applications is Friday, February 26, 2021.
Notifications to accepted students will be sent out by Friday, April 9, 2021.

More at: https://www.arlis.umd.edu/risc2021

Crime Subcommittee Internship w/ House Judiciary Committee

The House Judiciary Committee Democratic staff are looking for an intern to work with the Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security subcommittee. The House Committee on the Judiciary’s staff internship program offers undergraduate students, law students, graduate students, and recent graduates an opportunity to experience the operation of a congressional committee firsthand and learn about the important role that the Committee plays in the legislative process. The Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security has jurisdiction over the Federal Criminal Code, drug enforcement, sentencing, parole and pardons, internal and homeland security, the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, prisons, and criminal law enforcement. 

Intern assignments will vary depending on the work of the Judiciary Committee each semester. Examples of potential responsibilities include: 

• Researching policy issues under the committee’s jurisdiction
• Conducting legal research
• Attending briefings and hearings on the Hill 
• Drafting memos
• Supporting committee counsels
• Supporting committee clerks and professional staff members
• Providing administrative support, including answering calls, delivering correspondence, and setting up the hearing room. 

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit a one-page resume, one-page cover letter (including your pronouns, ideal start and end dates, and availability to work each weekday), writing sample, and a short statement in response to the prompt below to HJC.Internship@mail.house.gov with the subject line “Crime Subcommittee Internship” Prompt: Please attach a short statement (no more than 500 words) detailing how your lived experience will enhance your ability to contribute to this committee. This prompt is open-ended and you may respond by writing about whatever is most meaningful to you. Examples of topics this statement could cover include your upbringing, a significant challenge you have overcome, or any topic that you believe is relevant.

COVID-19 update: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Committee is currently working virtually. However, public health developments could necessitate the return of an in-person internship in Washington, D.C. 

BSOS Career Chats: Federal Law Enforcement

BSOS Career Chats: Federal Law Enforcement

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Virtual - ZOOM Link to be provided after registration

Joel & Kim Feller Center for BSOS Academic Advising and Career Planning

Our BSOS alum will discuss their career as a Federal Air Marshal with the Department of Homeland Security. 

Attend these short virtual BSOS Career Chats to:

• learn about a new career field;
  
• make a new contact;
• gain application tips for your industry of interest.

For more information: https://fellercenter.umd.edu/bsos-career-chats

Questions? Contact: Michelle Slone, Assistant Director at mcslone@umd.edu 

Students/Alumni: RSVP through Careers4Terps to access the Zoom login link

Faculty/Staff: Please email mcslone@umd.edu for Zoom login link

Intelligence Community Careers Info Session

The Federal and Global Fellows Programs will be hosting an information session with one of the Intelligence Community (IC) agencies to discuss both the many career opportunities available and the application process. The session will be conducted by an experienced recruiter. 

Date: Thursday March 4, 2021

Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Location: Virtual, Dial-In to join meeting
     Dial-In information will be sent upon RSVP

RSVP: https://forms.gle/A3pBRAjJEe3ztWg19

The presenter will be sharing a variety of tips about the characteristics they seek in candidates, the application process, and what it is like to work for the IC. The application process is a lengthy one and could last a year or more, so planning is critical.

Intended Audience:

- All years, ALL majors, are welcome!  And if you are a sophomore, this is a great time to think about the process of applying!

- Participation for this event is restricted to U.S. citizens who are physically located in the United States. Please also register through this RSVP link, and not a third-party website.

This event will be hosted by the UMD Federal and Global Fellows Programs (Federal  Fellows | Global Fellows).  Learn more about Fall 2021 Application here: Fall 2021 Federal/Global Fellows Application

Crime Scene Investigator position open w/ City of Hyattsville

The City of Hyattsville is looking to hire a Crime Scene Investigator. This civilian position is assigned to the Police Department Criminal Investigations Section and is responsible for the maintenance, storage, security and chain of custody for all property and evidence. This includes property seized as evidence to be used in criminal prosecution and/or laboratory analysis, lost, abandoned, or recovered property held for safe keeping. The incumbent is responsible for regular audits and disposal of property in accordance with City, State and Federal guidelines. The position also serves as the crime scene investigator and is responsible for processing crime scenes to include fingerprinting, photographing, sketching, and using evidence collection procedures and equipment. The incumbent will be responsible for testifying in court proceedings and other duties as assigned. The incumbent will be responsible for adherence to all CALEA standards related to property and evidence.   

For more information and to apply, visit the Crime Scene Investigator job posting.

Summer 2021 Court Operations Internship w/ US Court of Appeals

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is currently seeking a Court Operations Intern for the Summer 2021 term. This internship is an excellent opportunity for students who are interested in learning more about working in the judiciary, gaining valuable professional experience, and developing operational skills. Clerk’s Office interns provide a wide range of operational support services to the court, including general administrative support, documentation management, and assisting the CO staff with other projects and initiatives. This is a paid internship.

For more information and to apply, log into to Careers4Terps and search by either the job title, organization, or job ID (217744).  Applications are due March 5, 2021.

Summer 2021 Reshaping Prosecution Internship w/ Vera Institute of Justice

The Vera Institute of Justice is looking for an intern to participate in their Reshaping Prosecution Program. The Reshaping Prosecution Program is dedicated to transforming what it means to be a prosecutor through profound commitment to the dignity of all people impacted by the criminal legal system.

The Reshaping Prosecution intern will assist with the team’s communications and programmatic work including:

• Drafting written content for newsletters, guides, memos, talking points, etc. about prosecutors’ role in addressing racial disparities;
• Expanding and supporting our network of partners in their racial equity-focused reforms; and
• Keeping the team up to date on the latest news, literature, trends, and elections impacting prosecution reform.

In addition to your work with the Reshaping Prosecution team, you will have the opportunity to apply some of the skills you’ve acquired in school as well as learn from our amazing staff across the organization. You will have extensive opportunities for personal and professional development and you’ll:

• Attend brown bags to enhance your understanding of criminal legal reform
• Develop your professional and personal network;
• Gain valuable work experience via real-world problem solving;
• Network with and learn from Vera’s Leadership Team;
• Learn the inner workings of a criminal justice reform organization; and
• Cultivate your passion for equity and justice.

Summer internships start on June 7th and end on August 13th, with some flexibility to accommodate personal and academic schedules. This internship will be based in Vera’s Industry City Office in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, New York, Please be advised that this position may be remote, based on the status of the pandemic.

For more information and to apply, please visit Vera Careers. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Research Survey for Undergraduate Students

Students are welcome to participate in a 15-20 minute survey measuring attitudes regarding police, Black Lives Matter, and social media usage. If you choose to participate in this survey, you may opt into a lottery for five $10 cash rewards. Additionally, you may opt in to be selected for an experiment that will also include compensation. This research attempts to understand attitudes towards police and the Black Lives Matter movement in the wake of the protests in support of Black Lives Matter this summer.

All UMD undergraduates who are at least 18 years old are eligible to participate. If you are an employee or student, your employment status or academic standing at UMD will not be positively or negatively affected by your participation or non-participation in this study.

If you are interested in participating, follow this link.  If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth Pokress at epokress@terpmail.umd.edu or her faculty advisor, Dr. Bianca Bersani, at bbersani@umd.edu. Your participation in this survey would be greatly appreciated!

Ed Snider Center Leadership Award- Opportunity for Undergraduate Students

Are you a University of Maryland student who leads by example and makes positive contributions to the campus and society? Apply to the Ed Snider Center Leadership Award!

We seek students who have accomplished one or more of the following:

• Helped an organization meet its goals for growth and change.
• Demonstrated an optimistic vision of the future through their work in the community.
• Championed goal-oriented collaboration and created positive outcomes for all members of a team.
• Embodied integrity and exhibited an entrepreneurial growth mindset.

Final deadline to apply is March 31, 2021.

NSF Research Opportunity at Wayne State University

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at Wayne State University was awarded a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) grant from the National Science Foundation (final approval/funding pending). Undergraduates who are currently sophomores or juniors and interested in gaining meaningful research experience with the goal of attending graduate school are welcome to apply.

The Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) in the study of Communities, Crime, & Criminal Justice in Detroit (C3JD) is an intensive 8-week online (via Zoom) summer research program (June 7, 2021 to August 2, 2021) that will connect 9 undergraduate students with faculty and graduate students from the Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at Wayne State University in research examining crime and justice in Detroit, Michigan.

Students can learn more about the C3JD program and how to apply here. Questions about the program should be emailed to C3JDREU@wayne.edu.

University of South Florida Summer Research Institute

The Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute (FMHI) at the University of South Florida is inviting undergraduate students interested in substance use and co-occurring disorders to apply for a highly selective Summer Research Institute (SRI) funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). This program is designed for students interested in building their research skills within the context of substance use and co-occurring disorders to prepare for a Senior Thesis and/or graduate school. The SRI@FMHI is an 11-week hybrid program taking place from May 27 to August 5, 2021. Remote Learning will take place: May 27,2021 to June 25, 2021 and In-Person Instruction will take place: June 26, 2021 to August 5, 2021. 

For more information, please view the Summer 2021 flyer and/or watch the promotional video. To access the application, visit SRI@FMHI. The application deadline is April 4, 2021, and students should be notified of acceptance by April 16, 2021.  

Global Terrorism Studies Minor Information Session - Feb 16

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) is hosting a virtual information sessions to discuss the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program! 

Want to know more about START’s Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program?Please sign up to attend the upcoming webinar information sessions to learn more about START's Minor Program! We will be offering a sessions on Tuesday, February 16th. The application deadline for the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program fall 2021 cohort is coming up on Friday, February 26, 2021. 

The info sessions will be led by START’s Director of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Thomas Guarrieri and START's Experiential Education Specialist, Eva Coll, who will discuss how the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program currently works, what students have to gain from their experience in the program, application requirements, and any other questions attendees may have.  

Please register to attend through START's website.  You will receive an email the morning of the event 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. 

New virtual global internship program

This summer, take advantage of growing virtual connections to gain real-world, professional experience. UMD’s new Virtual Global Internship Program empowers you to collaborate with colleagues across cultures, life experiences and time zones, adding global skills to your resume and earning academic credit from wherever you are. 

An Internship Placement to Match your Goals

Whether you are…

• Managing social media for a dance company in London that supports people with disabilities

• Creating original designs for an Italian company’s global marketing campaign

• Or collaborating with a Sydney-based company on diversity workshops to educate students

...this virtual internship will teach you to excel in a global environment with international colleagues. 

You will work with UMD’s partner, CAPA, to land an internship placement that directly connects to your interests and career goals with high-profile organizations and businesses in Barcelona, Dublin, Florence, London, and Sydney. Check out sample placements here. 

Earning Credit

You will earn three academic credits for ARHU286 or ARHU486. Through a series of activities such as mock interviews, discussions, and workshops, this course will help you translate your internship experience for future employers or graduate schools.

Now accepting applications! 

Learn more and apply now.

Questions? Contact International Education Advisor, Conrad Zeutenhorst, at czeut@umd.edu  

Looking for more information? Attend one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions and hear from one of our representatives at CAPA about this great opportunity.

Summer 2021 Security Operations Internship w/ Tesla

Tesla is currently seeking a full-time intern for their Summer 2021 Security Operations Internship. This is a paid, in-person opportunity. The internship will take place in Sparks, NV.

The Security Operations intern will be provided with opportunities across a number of areas within the Security Operations team at Gigafactory Nevada (GFNV). These areas include, security operations, security systems training, corporate security compliance, De-escalation of force , security awareness, and security best practices and standards. Under general supervision, the individual will work with our Security Operations Site Supervisor to support in Corporate Security Compliance. The Intern will receive the opportunity to build professional relationships, enhance interpersonal skills, and gain on-the-job training and mentorship through handling real time security incidents. The Security Operations intern will handle a variety of duties within these areas.

Responsibilities & General Duties:

• Shadow Security Operations Site Supervisor to gain exposure to areas of responsibility.
• Attend weekly team operations meetings.
• Conduct review of security operations procedures and training materials, and update as needed.
• Collaborate with team on documenting security best practices in effort to create security standards.
• Provide input on security awareness offerings and help develop program.
• Elevate unresolved issues/ problems to security management.

For more information and to apply, visit the Security Operations Internship posting.

2021 Legal Internship w/ T-Mobile

T-Mobile is currently accepting applications for their Summer 2021 Legal Internship. This is a paid, in-person internship. Students can apply to work in: Washington, DC; Bellevue, WA; and Denver, CO.

Working as a College Intern on the T-Mobile Legal Team means everything from legal and regulatory complexities, legal document preparation, research and writing, attending business meetings and congressional hearings, drafting and reviewing contracts; as well as working with legal counsel on topics such as network reliability, broadband deployment and consumer protection. The Legal Team has many facets including Antitrust, Compliance & Ethics, Corporate Governance and Securities, Sales & Distribution, Legal Marketing, Privacy & Security, Government Affairs, Immigration, Intellectual Property and Real Estate. 

For more information and to apply, visit the 2021 Legal Internships posting.

Maryland General Assembly Internship Program: Applications now open for 2021-2022

Consider applying for the Maryland General Assembly (MGA) Internship Program!  The MGA internship program is a two-semester course open only to students who have earned superior academic records and who have demonstrated effective writing skills.  

Many program alums have stated the MGA program offers the best internship opportunity at UMD. Interns serve at the MGA for 16-20 hours per week during the spring legislative session (January-April 2022). Their assignments develop invaluable professional skills. In previous sessions, interns researched proposed legislation, responded to constituent mail, organized news conferences, and wrote and delivered testimony. The internship (ENGL388M/HONR379W) conveys six credits.

In the preceding fall semester, students will take a three credit course (ENGL381/HONR368A) which teaches students the skills that the internship will require. In addition, students learn about the MGA and Maryland state politics.

UMD Global/Federal Fellows Undergrad Program - Apply Now!

Do you want to gain professional experience, try out working for the federal government, non-profits, consulting firms, and more? Global/Federal Fellows one-year certificate program combines a Fall 2021 seminar and a Spring 2022 internship, both for college credit, and offers a unique active-learning opportunity to integrate your academics with real world experience and explore future goals. Join a passionate, multi-disciplinary, and engaged student cohort and become part of a +1000 alumni network for life! 
 
Program Perks Include:

Congressional & Legislative Careers: Capitol Hill & Annapolis

Date: Wednesday, February 24

Time: 5-6 pm Eastern

Location: Zoom- Link will be provided when you RSVP

RSVP Here: go.umd.edu/ccs21

Learn more about the broad variety of roles that exist in and around Federal and state government. Confirmed panelists include:

• Hassanatu Savage, Legislative Correspondent, Foreign Affairs & Immigration, Sen. Chris Van Hollen’s Office
• Chris Cioffi, Congressional Reporter at CQ Roll Call 
• Lily Max-Cooke; Intern for state Senator Sarah Elfreth, District 30, (Maryland General Assembly)
• Lydia Parker, Staff Assistant, U.S. Senate
• Niccara Campbell, Political Director at Congressional Black Caucus PAC

Please email Kate Juhl with questions at kjuhl@umd.edu. 

Scholarship Opportunity for CCJS Majors

The Criminology and Criminal Justice Department is pleased to offer the J. Edgar Hoover Foundation Leadership Scholarship for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Multiple scholarships ($1,200 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 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 2021-2022 academic year
• Will register as a full-time student for the Fall 2021 semester and in good academic standing
• Minimum GPA of 3.3 for all colleges/universities attended
• Minimum 12 credits completed at the University of Maryland
• Demonstrates leadership qualities
• U.S. Citizen

Applicants must submit all of the following materials:

1. Transcript(s) (unofficial is fine) showing all college/university coursework - Students cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
2. Resume (1-2 pages) - please include expected graduation date
3. Short Bio (250 word or less)  – include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
4. Short essay (1-2 pages) specifying career and academic goals

Deadline to Apply:

Please apply online by 4:00 PM on Monday, March 1, 2021.

If you have any questions, please contact the CCJS Advising office (ccjsadvising@umd.edu).

Summer 2021 United Nations Internships

The United Nations is currently accepting applications for their Summer 2021 internship program. Below are several open internship postings:

INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT (United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism), I
Job Code Title:         INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
Department/Office: Office of Counter-Terrorism
Duty Station: NEW YORK; OTHER

INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS - (Office of the Executive Director)
Job Code Title:     INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS
Department/Office: Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate
Duty Station:         NEW YORK

INTERN - RULE OF LAW, I
Job Code Title: INTERN - RULE OF LAW
Department/Office: Department of Peace Operations
Duty Station: NEW YORK

INTERN- POLITICAL AFFAIRS, I
Job Code Title:          INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS
Department/Office: Office of the Victim’s Rights Advocate
Duty Station: NEW YORK

INTERN - LEGAL AFFAIRS, I
Job Code Title:         INTERN - LEGAL AFFAIRS
Department/Office: Office of Internal Oversight Services
Duty Station: NEW YORK

INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS, I
Job Code Title:         INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS
Department/Office: Department of Peace Operations
Duty Station:         NEW YORK

INTERN - PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT TEAM-EOSG, I
Job Code Title:     INTERN - ADMINISTRATION
Department/Office: Executive Office of the Secretary-General
Duty Station:         NEW YORK; NEW YORK

More internships with the United Nations can be found on UN Careers. 

Summer 2021 Investigative Analyst Internship w/ C4ADS

C4ADS is currently accepting applications for their Summer 2021 Investigative Analyst Internship. This internship will be held remotely and students may receive a stipend.

As an Investigative Analyst Intern, students will conduct in-depth research on transnational illicit networks and conflicts. Interns will work with a supervising analyst on a project in one of five analytical cells: Environmental Crimes Fusion Cell, Organized Crime and Grand Corruption, Conflict Finance and Irregular Threats, Natural Resources, or Counterproliferation.

For more information and to apply, visit the Summer 2021 Investigative Analyst Internship posting. Applications are due by 11:59 EDT on March 15, 2021. Please direct all internship-related inquiries to internships@c4ads.org or visit C4ADS Internships.

Pathways Student Trainee w/ DHS ICE

The Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is seeking a Pathways Student Trainee. This is a paid, in-person position. This Pathways Student Intern position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Enforcement and Removal Operations, Washington Field Office, in Fairfax, Virginia.

For more information and to apply, visit the USAJobs posting. Applications are due on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.

DOJ Student Volunteer Intern - Office of International Affairs (Summer 2021)

The Department of Justice, Office of International Affairs (OIA) is seeking interns for the Summer 2021 semester. Accepted undergraduate interns will serve on the following OIA teams:

• Cyber: Assists foreign authorities to secure electronic evidence from U.S.-based electronic service providers in support of criminal investigations and prosecutions.
• Incoming Mutual Legal Assistance: Assists foreign authorities to secure non-electronic evidence (records, interviews, testimony, etc.) in support of criminal investigations and prosecutions.
• International Prisoner Transfer: Administers the program that allows convicted foreign nationals sentenced in the U.S. and Americans sentenced abroad to transfer to their home country to serve their sentence provided statutory and treaty requirements are satisfied.
• Regional Teams: Assists U.S. prosecutors in securing the return of fugitives from the regions below to face justice in the U.S., and coordinates with foreign authorities to share evidence with U.S. prosecutors for use in criminal investigations and prosecutions. Also assists foreign authorities in securing the extradition of fugitives from the U.S. 

For more information and to apply, visit the USAJobs posting. Applications are due on Friday, February 12, 2021.