Beinecke Scholarship for Graduate Study in Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE – 2403 Marie Mount Hall – Beinecke Scholarship for Graduate Studies in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences – Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Coordinator –  www.scholarships.umd.edu

 

The Beinecke Scholarship Program provides graduate study scholarships in the arts, humanities, and social sciences to JUNIORS of exceptional ability who have a high degree of financial need.

 

The Beinecke program seeks highly motivated and intellectually accomplished JUNIORS who plan to pursue graduate studies toward the Ph.D. in the arts, humanities, and social sciences after graduation. "Junior" means a student who plans to continue full-time undergraduate study and who expects to receive a baccalaureate degree between December 2013 and August 2014.

 

FIELDS OF STUDY: The Beinecke program is open to students planning research-oriented Masters and Ph.D. studies in any field in the arts, humanities, or social sciences. Professionally-oriented degree programs of any kind ARE NOT supported.

 

FINANCIAL NEED: The Beinecke program seeks candidates who have a documented history of receiving significant need-based financial aid as an undergraduate. Candidates for nomination by the University of Maryland should be recipients of Pell Grants or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of underlying financial need.

 

Candidates for the Beinecke Scholarship must be nominated by their university or college – the University of Maryland, College Park can nominate 1 outstanding junior annually to compete for a Beinecke Scholarship. To seek nomination, candidates must submit a complete draft of a Beinecke Scholarship application by February 4, 2013.

 

INFORMATION SESSIONS: Learn more about the Beinecke program by attending an information workshop at the National Scholarships Office.  Please RSVP to lbrice@umd.edu for the session you plan to attend – if you are interested but cannot attend, please write us at the same address.

 

Wednesday, December 5 – at 4:00 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, December 6 – at 12 noon – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Friday, December 7 – at 4:00 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

 

Who may apply: To be eligible for Beinecke Scholarship nomination, a student must:

 

• Have demonstrated superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during his or her undergraduate career. Generally, a minimum GPA of 3.7 will be required for nomination; exceptions may be made in extraordinary cases.

 

• Be a college junior pursuing a bachelor's degree during the 2012-2013 academic year.

 

• Have firm plans to enter a master's or doctoral program in the arts, humanities or social sciences after graduation.

 

• Be a United States citizen or a US national from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

 

• Be a Pell Grant recipient as an undergraduate at the University of Maryland or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of underlying financial need.

 

Award Amount: Each scholar receives $4,000 immediately prior to entering graduate school and an additional $30,000 while attending graduate school.

 

Duration: Scholars must utilize all funding within five years.

 

Campus Deadline: February 4, 2013. This is the deadline for submitting a complete draft of a Beinecke application to be considered for University of Maryland, College Park nomination.

 

Website: www.BeineckeScholarship.org

Pell Grant Recipients - Study Abroad Scholarships!

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE – 2403 Marie Mount Hall – www.scholarships.umd.edu

Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Coordinator

 

Are you a Pell Grant recipient and U.S. citizen? Are you thinking about studying abroad summer 2013, fall 2013, or for the 2013-14 academic year?

 

Learn about the Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5000 for Pell Grant recipients to study abroad. In the past two years 43 Maryland applicants have won Gilman Scholarships for study abroad!

 

The deadline to apply for summer and fall 2013 and academic year 2013-14 Gilman Scholarships is March 5, 2013.  The National Scholarships Office provides strong support to applicants – learn more by attending one of our information sessions:

 

ALL SESSIONS TAKE PLACE IN MARIE MOUNT HALL 2403

 

Thursday, December 6 – at 4:30 pm

Friday, December 7 – at 12 noon

Monday, December 10 – at 12 noon

Tuesday, December 11 – at 4:30 pm

Wednesday, December 12 – at 12 noon and 4:30 pm

 

RSVP for the session of your choice to gilman@umd.edu – space is limited.

 

Interested but unable to attend these sessions? Please write to gilman@umd.edu to learn more.

 

IMPORTANT: Your chances of a successful application will be much greater if you start your application early and seek advice from the National Scholarships Office.

 

ELIGIBILITY: You must be a U.S. citizen receiving Pell Grants at the time of application OR during the time you will be abroad. You must be planning to apply to study abroad for at least 4 weeks. All majors welcome!

SARPP Program is Planning a Study Abroad Program for Spring Break

STUDY ABROAD!!

HLTH 389S is a three credit, interdisciplinary 10-day study abroad course from March 15-March 24, 2013 where students will travel to Rome and Sicily to learn about the issues surrounding domestic violence.  Students enrolled in HLTH389S will learn about the dynamics of domestic violence including the power and control wheel, the cycle of violence and safety planning.  Students will be expected to draw comparisons of the response to domestic violence between Rome, Sicily and the United States.  Students will visit various community organizations to further their understanding of domestic violence in Rome and Sicily.   Students will blog daily during the course and must be available to present on their experience during a Sexual Assault Awareness Month event on April 10, 2013.  

Visits in Rome and Sicily will include:

· Community service and touring of a local domestic violence shelter

· Speaking with law enforcement officials

· Visiting a local university to learn about their domestic violence resources

· Speaking with community members

· Visits to major attractions

If you would like to find out more information on the trip we will be hosting an information session on December 3rd at 5:30pm in the University Health Center on the first floor in Sahet. During this session you will find out what the proposed itinerary looks like, discuss finances, have the opportunity to meet the professors,and ask any additional questions. Please know that snacks will also be provided. We hope to see you there and thanks again for expressing your interest in our program.

For more information please email sarppstudyabroad@health.umd.edu

Udall Scholarship in Environmental Issues - National Scholarships@UMD

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE - Udall Scholarship in Environmental Issues

Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Coordinator – www.scholarships.umd.edu

 

Are you a Sophomore or Junior strongly committed to making a difference in environmental issues through your studies, community service, and career plans?

 

Learn about the Udall Scholarship in Environmental Issues, a program that seeks to identify future environmental leaders in fields including public policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. Students from all majors are eligible. The Udall Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses. The University of Maryland campus deadline to apply for Udall Scholarship nomination is Friday, February 8, 2013. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents - see eligibility details below.

 

The National Scholarships Office is hosting several ½ hour information sessions about the Udall Scholarship. Please RSVP to udall@umd.edu to let us know which session you plan to attend (if you are interested but cannot attend these sessions, please write to the same address):

 

UDALL SCHOLARSHIP INFO WORKSHOPS - FOR SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS

 

Tuesday, December 4 at 12:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, December 5 at 12 noon – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Wednesday, December 5 at 4:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Thursday, December 6 at 4:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

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UDALL SCHOLARSHIP IN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

 

WHO CAN APPLY: US Citizens, nationals and permanent residents - Sophomores, Juniors - GPA of 3.4 or higher recommended - All Majors

 

IMPORTANT: All candidates for Udall Scholarships must nominated by their college or university. Dr. Wendy Whittemore is Maryland’s campus advisor for the Udall Scholarship. Please contact us at udall@umd.edu for information about the University of Maryland nomination process.

 

The Udall Foundation seeks future leaders across a wide spectrum of environmental fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice, and economics. The Foundation regularly awards 80 scholarships and 50 honorable mentions on the basis of merit to sophomore and junior level college students who have demonstrated commitment to careers related to the environment. Udall Scholars take part in a four-day Orientation in Tucson, Arizona where they meet with other Scholars, elected officials and environmental leaders. Scholars also gain access to a network of environmental policy professionals through the Udall Alumni listserv.

 

Because contributions to the environment can be made in many different ways, Udall Scholars represent a broad range of academic majors and career interests. Recent Udall Scholars have majored in environmental sciences and policy studies, agriculture, political science, natural resource management, sociology, anthropology, American Indian studies, tribal public policy, history, English, theater, landscape architecture, and public health, to name just a few areas.

 

Award Amount: The Udall Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for tuition, room and board, or other educational expenses. Udall Scholarships may be used for tuition, fees, books, room and board, or other specifically approved expenses.

 

Duration: The Udall Scholarship provides one year of support. Sophomores who receive a Udall Scholarship are eligible to reapply for a second year of support.

 

UMCP Campus Deadline: Friday, February 8, 2013 - All Maryland applicants for nomination to the Udall Scholarship competition must turn in their applications online with supporting materials to the National Scholarships Office, 2403 Marie Mount Hall, by this date.

USAID and State Department Foreign Service Scholarships - Info Sessions

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE – State Department Foreign Service Scholarships

Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Coordinator – www.scholarships.umd.edu

 

Are you aiming at a career in Diplomacy or International Development? Are you interested in joining the Foreign Service of the US Department of State or the US Agency for International Development (USAID)?

 

The Pickering, Payne, and Rangel Fellowship programs seek young men and women who are dedicated to representing America's interests abroad. Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department or USAID Foreign Services, are encouraged to apply. Pickering, Payne, and Rangel awards provide financial support for two years of graduate study (and one year of undergraduate study also for junior-year Pickering awardees), as well as summer internship placements and mentoring programs. See more detailed information below.

 

Who can apply: U.S. Citizens; GPA of 3.2 or higher required; Graduating Seniors and Recent Grads are eligible to apply for Pickering, Payne, and Rangel Fellowships; Juniors are eligible to apply for the Pickering Undergraduate Fellowship; full-time undergraduate students who are eligible to apply for the Rangel Summer Enrichment program. Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the State Department or USAID Foreign Services, are encouraged to apply.

 

PLEASE NOTE: Successful Pickering, Payne, and Rangel Foreign Affairs Fellowship applicants are obligated to complete a minimum term of service in an appointment as a Foreign Service officer. The service obligation DOES NOT apply to Summer Enrichment program participants. See more details about each program below.

 

INFORMATION SESSIONS: Learn more about the Pickering and Rangel Foreign Service programs by attending an information workshop at the National Scholarships Office.  Please RSVP to scholarships@umd.edu for the session you plan to attend – if you are interested but cannot attend, please write us at the same address.

 

Thursday, November 29 at 4 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Friday, November 30 at 4 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Monday, December 3 at 12 noon – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 4 at 12 noon – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

 

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FOR GRADUATING SENIORS AND RECENT GRADUATES:

 

PAYNE INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP

Who can apply: Who can apply: US Citizens – Graduating Seniors, Recent Graduates – 3.2 GPA or higher required – All Majors – Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, are encouraged to apply.

The USAID Donald M. Payne International Development Graduate Fellowship Program seeks to attract outstanding young people who are interested in pursuing careers in the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). If you want to work on the front lines of some of the most pressing global challenges of our times — poverty, hunger, injustice, disease, environmental degradation, climate change, conflict and violent extremism – the Foreign Service of the U.S. Agency for International Development provides an opportunity to advance U.S. foreign policy interests and reflect the American people's compassion and support of human dignity. The Payne Fellowship, which provides up to $90,000 in benefits over two years for graduate school, internships, and professional development activities, provides a unique pathway to the USAID Foreign Service. The Payne Fellowship encourages the application of members of minority groups who have historically been underrepresented in international development careers and those with financial need.

Application Deadline: January 23, 2013

 

PICKERING GRADUATE FOREIGN AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIP

Who can apply: US Citizens – Graduating Seniors, Recent Graduates – 3.2 GPA or higher required – All Majors – Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, are encouraged to apply.

Description: The Thomas R. Pickering Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship program provides funding to outstanding students who are planning to enter the United States Department of State Foreign Service.  The Pickering Fellowship provides financial support to for two-year master's degree programs in public policy, international affairs, public administration, or academic fields such as business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages. The program also provides State Department mentoring and internship opportunities. Each successful candidate is obligated to a minimum of three years of service in an appointment as a Foreign Service officer.

Application Deadline: January 21, 2013

 

RANGEL INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Graduating Seniors, Recent Graduates – GPA of 3.2 or higher required – All Majors – Women, members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, and students with financial need are encouraged to apply.

Description: The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship Program seeks to attract and educate outstanding young people who desire a career in the Foreign Service. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, these Fellowships prepare students to enter exciting and rewarding careers in public service as Foreign Service Officers. The Rangel Program encourages the involvement of members of minority groups and those with financial need. In this manner, it advances the goal of creating an excellent and diverse U.S. Foreign Service that represents the rich range of talents and expertise of the American people. Each Rangel Fellow who obtains a master’s degree is committed to a minimum of three years of service in an appointment as a Foreign Service Officer.

Application Deadline: January 18, 2013

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FOR JUNIORS:

 

PICKERING UNDERGRADUATE FOREIGN AFFAIRS FELLOWSHIP

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Juniors – GPA of 3.2 or higher required – All majors – Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, are encouraged to apply.

Description: The Pickering Undergraduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship program was created by the US State Department to attract outstanding students from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds who are interested in pursuing careers as Foreign Service officers. Foreign Service officers staff U.S. embassies, consulates, and missions worldwide and also serve in Washington, D.C. Their responsibilities include policy analysis, formulation, and execution; management of resources; the provision of services to Americans in need; implementation of U.S. immigration and nationality law; trade promotion and business facilitation; public diplomacy; and representation of U.S. interests. The Pickering Fellowship program seeks to recruit talented juniors majoring in fields relevant to international affairs, political and economic analysis, administration, management, and science policy. Each successful candidate is obligated to a minimum of three years of service in an appointment as a Foreign Service officer.

Application Deadline: February 7, 2013

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FOR SENIORS, JUNIORS, SOPHOMORES, AND ADVANCED FRESHMEN

 

RANGEL INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

Who Can Apply: U.S. Citizens – Full-time undergraduate students (Freshmen see note below) – GPA of 3.2 or higher required – All Majors– Students with financial need, women, and members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, are encouraged to apply. IMPORTANT: The selection committee my consider students who have completed their freshman year if these students have outstanding academic backgrounds and significant international experience.

Description: The Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Summer Enrichment Program is designed to provide students with a deeper appreciation of current issues and trends in international affairs, greater understanding of career opportunities in international affairs, and the enhanced knowledge and skills to pursue such careers. The Program encourages the involvement of African American and other minority group students. Students who take part in the Program are referred to as Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Scholars (Rangel Scholars). This program takes place at Howard University in Washington DC for six weeks beginning in mid-June. It includes academic courses and additional seminars and visits to give students exposure to key policymakers and practitioners of international affairs.

Academics: During this program, students receive intensive instruction in three courses: Political Economy, History of U.S. Foreign Relations and Writing. Nine semester hours of academic credit may be awarded.

Outside Activities: To enhance their understanding of the conduct of U.S. foreign policy and international career options, Program participants meet with Executive Branch policymakers, Members of Congress, representatives of non-governmental organizations, foreign government officials and other individuals involved in international relations. In recent years, participants have visited the State Department, Capitol Hill, the Central Intelligence Agency, the World Bank, the United Nations, the Pentagon and the National Foreign Affairs Training Center. Award Amount: Students who are accepted receive tuition, travel, room and board, as well as a $3,500 stipend for the program.

Application Deadline: Deadlines: February 8, 2013

NOAA Hollings Scholarship - Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences and Policy

NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE – 2403 Marie Mount Hall - NOAA Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship

Francis DuVinage, Director – Leslie Brice, Coordinator – www.scholarships.umd.edu

 

Attention SOPHOMORES (second year) studying atmospheric, oceanic, and environmental sciences, environmental sciences and policy, and closely related topics!!! Last year 3 Maryland Sophomores won Hollings Scholarships worth up to $8,000 annually along with paid summer research internships!!!

 

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ernest F. Hollings scholarship program is designed to: (1) increase undergraduate training in oceanic and atmospheric science, research, technology, and education and foster multidisciplinary training opportunities; (2) increase public understanding and support for stewardship of the ocean and atmosphere and improve environmental literacy; (3) recruit and prepare students for public service careers with NOAA and other natural resource and science agencies at the federal, state and local levels of government; and (4) recruit and prepare students for careers as teachers and educators in oceanic and atmospheric science and to improve scientific and environmental education in the United States. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 31, 2013. US Citizenship and a minimum GPA of 3.0 are required – see detailed Eligibility requirements below.

 

The National Scholarships Office supports Maryland applicants for the NOAA Hollings Scholarship – RSVP to duvinage@umd.edu if you would like to learn more.

 

To learn more, or for assistance preparing a NOAA Hollings application, please contact the National Scholarships Office at duvinage@umd.edu and visit the Hollings Scholarship website here: http://www.oesd.noaa.gov/Hollings_info.html

 

AWARD BENEFITS: The Hollings Scholarship Program provides successful SOPHOMORE applicants with awards that include academic assistance (up to a maximum of $8,000 per year) for full-time study during the 9-month academic year; a 10-week, full-time internship position ($650/week) during the summer at a NOAA facility; and, if reappointed, academic assistance (up to a maximum of $8,000) for full-time study during a second 9-month academic year. The internship between the first and second years of the award provides the Scholars with ‘‘hands-on''/ practical educational training experience in NOAA-related science, research, technology, policy, management, and education activities. Awards also include travel funds to attend a mandatory Hollings Scholarship Program orientation, conferences where students present a paper or poster, and a housing subsidy for scholars who do not reside at home during the summer internship.

 

For more information, or for assistance preparing a NOAA Hollings application, please contact the National Scholarships Office at duvinage@umd.edu

 

Deadline to Apply: Friday, January 31, 2013

 

Eligibility Requirements:

 

• U.S. citizenship.

• Full-time status as a college sophomore at an accredited college or university within the United States or U.S. territories.

• Cumulative and semester/quarter GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 scale) in all completed undergraduate courses and in the major field of study.

• Majoring in a discipline area related to oceanic and atmospheric science, research, technology, or education, and supportive of the purposes of NOAA's programs and mission, e.g., biological, social and physical sciences; mathematics; engineering; computer and information sciences; and teacher education.

 

 

Opportunities listed in Careers 4 Terps for GVPT majors

HIGHLIGHTED CAREER EVENT:

Peer to Peer: Experiences Outside the Classroom

Wednesday, November 28, 2012 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3^rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Have you been thinking about what on campus or off campus activities or experiences you can become involved in to boost your resume or to stand out to employers in an interview? If so, then please take advantage of this session to engage in conversation with your peers about their outside the classroom experiences. Peer Career Educators will lead small group roundtables about internships, study abroad, alternative spring break, club sports, research, leadership and many more experiences! You will leave this program meeting new friends who share similar interests as well as walk away with helpful information on how to become involved in on campus and off campus activities! Light refreshments will be served. RSVP for this event: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3574. For additional information about this event, contact Stacey Brown, Ph.D. at sbrown2@umd.edu.

 

 

INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES: How to Make the Most of Your Winter Break

Thursday, December 06, 2012 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Location: Prince George's Room - Stamp Student Union

Come learn about resources and tips on making the most of your winter break.  Leverage your time off to attain a future internship - consider doing a job shadow, an informational interview, resume updates, a volunteer position, and the list goes on...

 

Co-sponsored with Off-Campus Student Life

RSVP for this event: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3255. For additional information about this event, contact Jalisa Whitley at jw2869@umd.edu.

 

 

MEET EMPLOYERS!

Booz Allen Hamilton: Employer Networking Sessions

Thursday, November 29, 2012 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3^rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Come learn all about the Strategic Communications team at Booz Allen Hamilton. We work with government organizations to support stakeholder understanding and buy-in to inspire stakeholder ownership and action needed to achieve mission objectives by the targeted development and delivery of key messages and the engagement of key stakeholders at the right time, in the right manner, with the right responsiveness. We provide change communications, outreach, communication planning, and program management support. Further, we support the development and execution of change communication strategies and plans with a focus on stakeholder education. Also, we support communication product development, including newsletters, fact sheets, Web sites, and brochures for information campaigns and events as well as plan and execute special events, meetings, and workshops.

 

Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

RSVP for this event: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3539. For additional information about this event, contact Adrianne Bradford at abradfor@umd.edu.  

 

 

APCO Worldwide: Employer Networking Sessions

Wednesday, December 05, 2012 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3^rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

APCO Worldwide will be on campus to discuss Washington, D.C. and New York, N.Y. based internship opportunities and entry-level communication roles. APCO offers a collaborative and diverse work environment, and employees come from a variety of backgrounds. Common degrees include Communication, Journalism, Public Policy, Business, English, Political Science or History but students from all majors are encouraged to attend this information session.

 

Founded in 1984, APCO Worldwide is an independently owned global communication, stakeholder engagement and business strategy firm that challenges conventional thinking and creates powerful movements to help our clients succeed. APCO combines a global perspective with local expertise to help clients around the world manage challenges, opportunities, perceptions and reputations. APCO clients include corporations and governments; industry associations and nonprofit organizations; and six of the top 10 companies on the Fortune 500. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO has offices in major cities throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. The firm is a majority women-owned business.  APCO Worldwide, named the “2011 Large Agency of the Year” and one of the 'Top Places to Work in PR' by PRNews, offers a collegial work environment, countless training and development opportunities, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

 

Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

RSVP for this event: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3529. For additional information about this event, contact Renee Nicolas at rnicolas@umd.edu.

 

 

CRCC Asia : Employer Networking Sessions

Thursday, December 06, 2012 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3^rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Have you thought about doing an internship in China and gaining professional, international experience? Come join us on Thursday, December 6 at 4:00 pm (University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) as CRCC Asia visits the University of Maryland to give a presentation about their opportunities in Beijing and Shanghai! CRCC Asia's Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to gain international work experience in the world’s most vibrant economy. Recently featured in the Wall Street Journal and the BBC, CRCC Asia is exceptionally well positioned to provide motivated students with exciting internships and resume-building experience. Using their extensive networks in Asia they offer a wide range of placements across various industries including business, marketing, engineering, law, health care, finance and NGO's among others. Fluent English is the only language requirement. Program start dates are year-round and internships can be one, two or three months. Be sure to stop by and have all your questions answered! Enhance your resume with China Experience.

 

Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified. RSVP for this event: http://www.careers.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3568. For additional information about this event, contact Renee Nicolas at rnicolas@umd.edu.

 

 

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Careers4Terps highlighted position of the week by the University Career Center & The President’s Promise!

Log in to your C4T account (www.Careers.umd.edu/) and paste the ID number in the “Search” box to learn more and to apply.

 

 

Research Intern, Spring 2013 (70163)

Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development - Baltimore, Maryland

POSITION TYPE: Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)

An intern's primary role will be to assist staff with data retrieval and compilation from multiple sources; analysis and presentation of findings; developing final documentation and presentation materials; and in-depth research into new data sources and/or policy issues, as needed.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants for this opportunity should have:

•              Excellent writing and organizational skills

•              Ability to work independently, balance multiple assignments and meet deadlines

•              Familiarity with research and reporting methods

•              General knowledge and interest in economic development programs and issues

•              Willingness to work in team environment

•              Flexibility and desire to work on varying projects

•              High PC aptitude (MS Word and Excel, MS-Access a plus)

•              Ability to interact professionally with staff and associates

•              Strong organizational skills evidencing attention to detail

 

DESIRED MAJOR(S)

Behavioral and Social Sciences/Government and Politics, Behavioral and Social Sciences/Survey Methodology (GRAD), Business, Journalism, Public Policy

2013 Maryland Summer Scholars Program - MCUR

MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH – 2013 Maryland Summer Scholars Program

Francis DuVinage, Director – http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/

 

The Maryland Summer Scholars Program (MSS) provides an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students to spend the summer working closely with faculty mentors on ambitious research or artistic projects. Maryland Summer Scholars research may take place in College Park or anywhere in the US or abroad as required by the nature of the project.  For the summer of 2013, the program will provide awards of $3,000 to approximately 30 outstanding, competitively selected applicants. [Please note: if your proposed research requires travel outside of the College Park area, you may apply for a supplementary travel award of up to $1,000.]

 

Students who carry out Maryland Summer Scholars projects gain a competitive edge when applying for graduate study, fellowships, employment and other competitive opportunities. Many Summer Scholars turn their research into an independent study or honors thesis during their junior or senior year.

 

Who can apply: You are eligible to apply if you will have completed at least two full semesters by the end of spring 2013, if you have a GPA of at least 3.4, and if you will be enrolled at the University of Maryland, College Park, in fall 2013. All academic majors are eligible.

 

Application Deadline: The deadline to apply for summer 2013 awards will be Monday, February 4, 2013. It is important that candidates begin developing their proposals as soon as possible.

 

The Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research will hold numerous information sessions about the summer 2013 MSS program. Please note: All information sessions will be held in 2403 Marie Mount Hall. We ask that you reply to ugresearch@umd.edu indicating the session you plan to attend as space is limited (if you are interested but cannot attend reply to the same address to be notified about additional sessions).

 

Maryland Summer Scholars Information Sessions:

 

Friday, November 30 at 12:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Friday, November 30 at 4 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

 

Monday, December 3 at 4:00 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

 

Tuesday, December 4 at 12 noon – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 4 at 4 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

 

Detailed information about the MSS program, and instructions on completing applications can be found on the MCUR website at: http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/summerscholars.php

 

The Maryland Summer Scholars Program has been sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Studies, the UMD Division of Research, UMD Schools and Colleges, and the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research.

NSF Summer Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

The Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research is holding numerous 20 minute information sessions for students interested in learning about and applying for NSF REU Summer research placements – ALL SESSIONS WILL BE HELD IN 2403 MARIE MOUNT HALL.

Friday, November 30 at 4:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Monday, December 3 at 4:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

Tuesday, December 4 at 4:30 pm – 2403 Marie Mount Hall

PLEASE LET US KNOW BY EMAIL TO ugresearch@umd.edu WHICH SESSION YOU PLAN TO ATTEND – SPACE IS LIMITED!!!

If you are interested in learning more but cannot attend these sessions, please send a note to the same email address.

C4T: Internships and more!

Internship Posting deadlines this week on Careers4Terps

The following internship opportunities have an application deadline this week on Careers4Terps!

Sample internships:

 

• Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, Research Assistant Intern
• Elite Tournaments, Sports Management Intern
• American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research (AEI), Spring Intern
• AOL, Voice of the Customer Intern
• Institute of Food Technologists, Intern, part-time

 

 

Peace Corps Applications Due THIS WEEK for Fall 2013 Assignments

Help a community in need, gain valuable technical and language skills, and become marketable in the world economy.  Peace Corps is seeking dedicated people to fill thousands of program assignments around the world. Secure your post-graduation job today.

Submit an Application by November 29 at www.peacecorps.gov/apply to be considered for an assignment departing by Fall 2013.

 

J.P. Morgan: Winning Women Trading Experience

When:  Wednesday, January 9 – Thursday, January 10, 2013
Where:  J.P. Morgan New York City Headquarters
Apply by:  Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Open to:  Women in their junior year with a minimum 3.5 GPA interested in summer opportunities in trading

For more information, click here.

 

New Jersey Collegiate Career Day

Thursday, January 3, 2012
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Rutgers Student Center and Brower Commons
New Brunswick, NJ

A Career Day with 150 employers represented.  Open to the public!

For more information:  Click here.

 

The Third Way Adam Solomon Intern Program Seeking Spring 2013 Interns

Third Way is currently seeking interns for our Spring 2013 Internships.

There are internship opportunities available in clean energy, press and media, economic, outreach, production and design, national security and social policy and politics.

 

Internship Search Tip of the Week: Effective Cover Letters

When drafting a cover letter, keep in mind the employer's perspective:  (s)he has never met you, so undoubtedly the employer has unspoken questions that need to be answered within your cover letter:

• Who are you?
• Why have you contacted me?
• Why should I be interested in meeting you?