APS Study Session - open to all CCJS majors

Alpha Phi Sigma will be hosting a study session for all CCJS majors on Reading Day. This will be a space for CCJS majors to help each other out with courses and have a quiet place to study.

When: December 10 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: McKeldin 2213

Spots will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. Space is limited, so come early!

Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission seeking Researcher/Writer/Editor

Researcher/Writer/Editor
Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission

Overview

The Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission (WHDPC) is a bipartisan, independent entity created by Congress to evaluate US counternarcotics policies in Latin America and the Caribbean and provide concrete, actionable recommendations for improvement.

Our legislation instructs us to examine a variety of issues – from interdiction to money laundering, eradication to alternative development, police reform to violence prevention. Our goal is to find better ways to reduce illicit drug supply while also addressing the damage and violence associated with drug trafficking and abuse. We must identify which programs work and which don’t, which should be strengthened and sustained, and which should be modified or eliminated. 

We are looking for an experienced researcher/writer/editor to help our small team prepare the comprehensive review that we must present to Congress and the White House by the end of 2020. 

The position will end when the Commission wraps up operations in early 2021, but it offers a unique opportunity for an up-and-coming scholar, a veteran practitioner, or a seasoned journalist to do in-depth research into complex, controversial policies that  affect lives and livelihoods throughout the United States and Latin America.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Qualitative and quantitative research into US counternarcotics policy, using a variety of sources including agency and program budgets, indicators of performance and effectiveness, program evaluations, academic literature, and media reports;
• Drafting background briefing papers, memos, and analysis;
• Preparing charts, tables, and simple graphics;
• Editing and fact-checking staff and consultant policy papers or reports;
• Helping WHDPC staff and consultants with general research and administrative tasks;
• Keeping track of news developments and relevant research.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in counternarcotics policy, development programs, or security sector reform, especially in Latin America;
• Fluency in Spanish;
• Exceptional research, writing, and editing skills;
• Quantitative expertise, including professional or academic work in economics or statistics;
• Ability to work under pressure and on deadline.

Application instructions

How to apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, two references, and two writing samples (totaling no more than 20 pages) to Edward.Gracia@WHDPC.gov. Please indicate that you found this position on www.GlobalJobs.org in your application.  We will also ask top candidates to take a short editing test. We will review applications until the job is filled, which we hope to do quickly.

Investigative Analyst Job Opportunity - Department of Health and Human Services

Position: Investigative Analyst (Recent Graduate)  GS-1805-7/9

Organizational Location: Office of Investigations - Department of Health and Human Services

Duty Station: Washington DC

Who May Apply: Recent Graduates who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Opening period:  Monday, December 9, 2019 through Friday, December 13, 2019.  The job will close when 50 applications have been received.  

Link:  HHS-OIG-RG-7/9-DE-10637681

The Haven - Support Services and Winter Break Programming

The Haven is committed to supporting students that may be experiencing substance use and mental health challenges through their outpatient programs and peer-driven recovery meetings and community. They will be OPEN throughout Winter Break!  Posted below is a group schedule and activity calendar. 

 All clinical services are covered by most insurances out-of-network. For more information or to make referrals, please call the Haven at 301-329-5885. 

Recovery Meetings and Support Groups: 
All inclusive student led Recovery meetings hosted at the Haven Outpatient Center, 7207 Baltimore Ave, College Park 20740. For more info, please call 301-329-5885.

• Marijuana Anonymous Meeting: Friday 8:30PM
• All Recovery Meeting: Saturday 7:30PM 
• Yoga & Mindfulness Meeting: Tuesday 5:30PM
• All students are welcome to come enjoy free wifi, study space, coffee & snacks throughout finals in our Drop In Space! We will be open after 5pm

Please note that you do not have to be enrolled in Intensive Outpatient Programming at The Haven to participate in weekly open meetings or join for our Winter Session activities!

Juvenile Justice Advocacy Workshop

Study Abroad Scholarship for Students with a Parent in the Military

Overseas program start dates must fall within these date ranges:

To learn more and apply: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/program/gilman-mccain-scholarships/

How To Find An Internship Workshop - Dec 3

Date: Tuesday, Dec 3
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library

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

For additional information about this event: https://careers.umd.edu/event/how-find-internship-25

DOT-Office of Inspector General: Summer Pathways Internship Program

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Inspector General (OIG) will be seeking applicants for Management and Program Analysts, Auditors, IT Specialists, Investigative Analysts Pathways Interns.  OIG works within DOT to promote efficiency and effectiveness, and prevent or stop waste, fraud and abuse in departmental programs through audits and investigations.

Pathways Interns will be entry-level analysts and work with OIG teams in a developmental capacity to conduct reviews of the efficiency and effectiveness of DOT programs or assist with criminal investigations. They will make key contributions to a variety of possible products, including audit reports, briefings to DOT leadership or congressional stakeholders, management advisories, and congressional testimonies.

Current students seeking a degree in a related field of study, such as public policy, law, political science, criminal justice, accounting, auditing, information technology, business administration, finance, or public administration are eligible to apply. Students must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. 

Interns will be expected to work during the summer of 2020 (not to exceed September 30, 2020 unless extended). This is a student internship opportunity under DOT Pathways Program. After successful completion of the program requirements, interns may be converted to a permanent appointment, although there is no guarantee of conversion. Extensions to this appointment may occur, although there is no guarantee of extension.  Deadline to apply to internships: December 16, 2019.

The links to the job announcements are below:
Auditor: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553121800
IT Specialist: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553121600
Management and Program Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553122100
Budget Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553123400
Investigative Analyst: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/553123900