BSOS Experience Funds for Summer/Fall 2021 -- APPLICATION CLOSING SOON

 

Apply today for BSOS Summer/Fall 2021 Undergraduate Experience Funds! These funds assist undergraduate BSOS majors engaged in experiential learning outside the classroom, such as unpaid internships, research, service-learning, and professional or academic virtual conferences. The funds are intended to help offset expenses related to such activities including, but not limited to; pandemic conscious travel/transportation expenses pandemic related relocation expenses  professional attire opportunity costs, (i.e. the need to give up a part-time paid job in order to take an unpaid internship.) software/technology, material needs, not provided by employer/University, but essential to the experience.  conference fees For additional examples on the kinds of expenses that may be considered for funding, please click here. If you are a BSOS student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an unpaid opportunity, I encourage you to apply for BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds. The best consideration date for Fall 2021 experience applications is Wednesday, September 1, 2021 by 5 PM. Funding will be allocated on a rolling basis, based on the availability of funds. This application will close on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 by 5 PM or when funding for Summer/Fall 2021 experiences has been exhausted.  Click here to apply.  Before submitting your application, make sure to review the eligibility criteria. Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be e-mailed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

Seeking Students to Tutor Local Youth (virtual and in-person)

Maryland Mentor Corps is gearing up for a great semester with lots of opportunities for UMD students to get involved and to support local youth and adults! We are recruiting students until Friday, September 3. We have some exciting new programs this semester!

Apply now to become a mentor with Maryland Mentor Corps in one of our great programs below! Join other Terps in service to youth and families in our community! 

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Maryland Family Literacy Program (Virtual): Mentors provide 1:1 and small group English Language tutoring and conversation practice for local adults.

Shifts Available: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every week of the semester.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Higher Achievement Middle School Reading & Mentoring Program (In Person): Work with a small group of 5th-8th grade scholars as they engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. No experience needed! Training, lesson plans, and activities will be provided.
Shifts Available: Tuesdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Latino Student Fund K-5 Tutoring (Virtual): Provide virtual tutoring (via Zoom) in reading and/or mathematics to local elementary school students.

Shifts Available: Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

► Maryland Reading Program (In Person): Mentors work one-on-one with 1st and 2nd grade students who are struggling with reading.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m, every week of the semester.

► Maryland Math Program (In Person): Mentors work 1:1 or in small groups with 4th graders who are struggling with math.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., every week of the semester.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, September 3 so apply now:

stamp.umd.edu/MMCFall2021

Undergrad Research Opportunities Database / Info Sessions

 ARE YOU AN UNDERGRADUATE INTERESTED IN EXPLORING RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR FALL 2021 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND? 

The Maryland Student Researchers (MSR) program maintains a University-wide database where UMD researchers post research opportunities for undergraduate students. It is a great way for undergraduates to learn about the rewards and challenges of academic research. Nearly 200 projects are available this Fall 2021 with more being added so check back regularly over the next several weeks.

To review the Maryland Student Researchers database with nearly 200 available opportunities (more added daily) by clicking here (Links to an external site.). 

You can also register for NEXT WEEK'S info sessions about using the MSR database and other ways to find research opportunities: 

Click here to register for Wednesday, Sept. 1at 3:30 PM

Click here to register for Thursday, Sept. 2 at 10:00 AM

Click here to register for Friday, Sept. 3 at 12:00 PM

Click here to register for Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 1:00 PM

**One of these sessions will be recorded and available on our ELMS resource site for undergraduate research. To gain access to this ELMS resource, please click here to complete a brief questionnaire. (Links to an external site.)**

The MSR bulletin board is designed to help undergraduates find research opportunities that are a good fit for their interests and qualifications, and to help faculty members find students to assist with their research project(s). The research opportunities posted on the MSR website typically call for students to spend around six hours a week working under the direction of a faculty mentor on that faculty member’s own research.  Participating students learn skills and gain valuable experience that will enhance their graduate school and job qualifications. Many positions are for volunteers, some are paid.

ELIGIBILITY: Any student in good academic standing may apply directly for any listed opportunities for which they have the listed required skills.  It is open to undergraduates of all majors and disciplines with an interest in research. Many positions are offered on a volunteer basis, and selection of undergraduate researchers is made solely by the faculty members who provide the listed opportunities.

Have questions about registration or something else? Email ugresearch@umd.edu.

Gilman International Scholarship: Information Sessions and Resource Page

Are you an undergraduate student, Pell Grant recipient, and U.S. citizen with international interests? You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000! In the last 5 years, 136 UMD students have won Gilman Scholarships, winning a total of $450,050! 

The deadline to apply for virtual, in-person and hybrid programs beginning between Dec 2021 and October 2022 is October 5, 2021. **If Spring 2022 Study Abroad program are affected by COVID students will most likely be able to use their Gilman awards for study abroad in a future semester.** 

To be added to our Gilman ELMS resource page, which offers a lot of helpful information as well as successful example essays, please fill out this brief survey.

  

GILMAN INFORMATION SESSIONS WITH EDUCATION ABROAD 

The National Scholarships Office and the Office of Education Abroad imagine that you may have many questions about the Gilman scholarship, the application process, and study abroad in general. Please join staff from both offices to learn about these topics and ask any questions you may have.

Choose a link below to register. 

Thursday, August 26, 12:00 - 12:30 pm

Monday, August 30, 12:30 - 1:00 pm (includes live transcription)

Wednesday, September 1, 3:00 - 3:30 pm

Thursday, September 2, 12:00 - 12pm:30 pm

Friday, September 3, 12:00 - 12:30 

Tuesday, September 7, 4:00 - 4:30 pm (includes live transcription)

If you are not able to make any of these sessions, please email us at gilman@umd.edu.

 

DEADLINE: October 5, 2021

 

ELIGIBILITY

Students must be:

·      a U.S. citizen

·      a Pell Grant recipient 

·      undergraduate (includes all majors)

   

We look forward to hearing from and meeting you!

Positive Impact Internship-Focus on Brazil

The Positive Impact Internship is a way to learn from companies in Brazil who strive to make a positive impact on the world. Students will be placed on multicultural teams to work on a real business problem focused on social impact. The Center for Global Business is providing a full scholarship to four UMD undergraduate students who identify as underrepresented students.

Program highlights:

WORK ON MULTICULTURAL TEAMS: Teams will consist of 5-7 students from around the world, including Brazil. 
INTERACTIVE APPLIED PROJECT: During the program, students will work directly with company representatives to provide actionable solutions to real business problems. 
STUDENT CENTERED LEARNING: Meetings with the companies and with the faculty champion encourage students to share knowledge and experiences to reach optimal solutions. 
The Center for Global Business is providing a full scholarship ($750 value) to four UMD undergraduate students who identify as underrepresented students. 

Apply by August 30 at go.umd.edu/ImpactInternship

Questions? Contact the Center for Global Business at smithglobal@umd.edu. 

Sadat Forum

 

LinkedIn Profile Review: BSOS Majors

 LinkedIn Profile Review: BSOS Majors

Do you have a LinkedIn profile, but are unsure of what to do with it? Have you been putting off creating a LinkedIn profile? 

Submit your LinkedIn url and we will reply with tips for creating a strong profile, growing your network, and ways to get noticed for future opportunities! The Feller Center’s Career Planning team in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences will be reviewing LinkedIn profiles electronically for current undergraduate students until August 31, 2021.  

Submit your LinkedIn Profile 

Looking for LinkedIn profile tips? Check out the Feller Center’s LinkedIn Tips page that highlights ways to develop your personal brand in this digital age and includes additional links to LinkedIn Learning self-paced courses.

Questions? Contact the Feller Center Career Planning office at bsoscareers@umd.edu

Congressional Internship Opportunity

Internships 

Capitol Hill internships provide valuable opportunities for college students and new graduates to experience our nation's legislative process firsthand. The majority of current Hill staffers, from chiefs of staff to legislative assistants, started off as personal office and committee interns. 

Representative Mark Amodei (NV-02) offers the opportunity for college students and recent graduates to participate in internships in his Washington, D.C. office. Successful candidates must have excellent organizational, personal, writing and communication skills. Nevada ties are a plus but are not required. Special consideration will be given to applicants from Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District or students attending institutions of higher education in Nevada. 

Internships can be a great opportunity to learn the legislative process, experience life in Washington, D.C., and see how your government works. Responsibilities include answering phones, providing constituents tours of the U.S. Capitol, legislative research, assisting the communications director, and aiding staff for special projects as needed. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend committee hearings, briefings, and staff meetings. This rewarding experience offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to learn about and contribute to the day-to-day operations of a Congressional office. Furthermore, full-time interns have the opportunity to receive a monthly stipend. 

Internships are offered three times per year. We offer a rolling application, meaning we continually accept applications for the following semesters: 

Fall: September – December 2021 

Rolling Application Deadline 

If you are interested in interning in our Washington, D.C. office, please submit your resume and cover letter to Congressman Mark Amodei’s intern coordinator 

at: Jessica.Kleitsch@mail.house.gov 

Adobe Internship Opportunity

The Adobe Government Relations and Public Policy Intern will work on several projects in the Washington, DC area related to the federal government, including Congress, as well as state and select international governments. The successful candidate will have demonstrated interest in government work and public policy at either the federal, state or local level. After working with Adobe’s Government Relations Team, the individual will have extensive knowledge of how Congress, the legislative process, the inner workings of government policy and administrative actions, and many contacts to help get them started on developing a career that includes government service and involvement, including a network of contacts in public policy and government. Washington, DC is a wonderful place to be an intern. The intern ranks are enormous. Networking and learning opportunities are everywhere. Adobe’s Government Relations Interns are provided with a view of federal, state and international governments that few intern opportunities offer.

Responsibilities
Projects the Government Relations intern will be involved in during the summer are based on the global government relations team’s needs at the time but might include:
• Create compelling content around Adobe’s policy and advocacy efforts using Adobe’s tools.
• Set up and participate in advocacy preparation and policy development meetings.
• Coordinate advocacy meetings and events with government officials.
• Research new areas of policy interest in tech and business.
• Expand internal systems and tools used by the GR group to coordinate global advocacy and messaging.
• Attend and report out on industry and policy discussion events and meetings.
• Work as part of a larger team to expand Adobe’s presence in several policy areas important to society.
• Attend policy events, government official speeches, hearings and roundtables on a variety of topics and prepare summaries for use by Adobe’s subject matter experts.

Requirements
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Business, Law, Public Relations, Communications, Political Science, or related field.
• Special consideration will be given to candidates who have demonstrated an interest in government by their research, studies, employment or extracurricular activities.
• Desire to learn about government operations, policies and processes.
• A genuine passion for public policy and politics.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and not afraid to network or get to know new people.
• Computer skills including word processing, researching, database creation, slide preparation, etc. 

You can apply through this link.