Summer Course- The New Theater of Terror: Online Terrorism

 

UMD Peace Corps Prep Events

 

Location: Global Crossroads Room, HJ Patterson Hall and Online via zoom

The Peace Corps Prep program at the University of Maryland prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to serve as Peace Corps volunteers. Any University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate student is eligible to enroll regardless of major or citizenship.
This event will provide an overview of the new Peace Corps Prep program and include a panel discussion with former Peace Corps volunteers who will share their experiences. UMD School of Public Health Dean Lushniak will discuss the importance of global health and service through the Peace Corps. Attendees will also learn more about the Peace Corps through an informational video. Additionally, Peace Corps alumni panelists will share and take questions from students and faculty in attendance. 

The deadline for students to apply for the Peace Corps Prep program for next year is March 15, so this is an opportunity to ask questions and explore if the program is right for you!

We also encourage you to learn about what it takes to be in the Peace Corps from our local recruiter and how the Peace Corps Prep program can make you a competitive candidate by attending one of our virtual information sessions:
February 28, 2022, 5-6 pm EST
March 2, 2022, 6-7 pm EST

Meet the GVPT Faculty Event

 

"Do you want to learn more about your professors and tips for academic success in GVPT? Feel free to join us on zoom on February 24th at 5 p.m.! Registration is required (Ter.ps/MEETGVPT). Can't wait to see you there!"

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START) Summer 2022 Internship Program

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for its Summer 2022 Internship Program! We are also very excited to announce that our program now includes a stipend. Students will receive $3,000 for summer semesters, and $2,250 for fall and spring semesters.

The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Sunday, March 13 at 11:59pm ET, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, April 3 at 11:59pm ET. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities! 

START is currently offering our program remotely and plans to continue doing so in the summer. Accepted interns may have the option to work in person pending further public health developments, but all will retain the ability to continue working remotely if desired. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/4Maryland.

 Why choose an internship at START?

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

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the summer 2022 internship application. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Virtual information sessions:

Interested students are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions, the first to be held on Thursday, February 24 at 4pm ET and the second on Wednesday, March 16 at 3pm ET. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, explore resume and cover letter tips, and to ask questions. Interested students can sign up for the 02/24/22 session here, and the 03/16/22 session here. 

 

Any questions can be directed to escoll@umd.edu. 

One-Week Political Science Predoctoral Summer Institute (PS-PSI) with Georgetown University

 The overarching goals of the PS-PSI are to increase the diversity of applicants to political science PhD programs; to boost the acceptance rate of under-represented students thus enhancing the diversity of students in those programs; and to augment inclusion and equity in the discipline. The PS-PSI will include substantive elements (e.g., introducing the content and methods of political science) and practical elements (e.g., assisting participants to prepare strong applications for graduate programs); participants will also share their ideas about research directions. The PS-PSI will involve significant mentoring by, and networking with, current faculty and PhD students from Georgetown. 

You can learn more on the PS-PSI’s webpage, where you can also find a link to the application form. Interested students should also feel free to contact us at pssummerinst@georgetown.edu.

Close Up Foundation is Looking for Program Instructors

 The Close Up Foundation (a non-partisan, non-profit civic-education organization in Washington, DC) is looking to hire recent college graduates with a strong interest in education, public policy, and government to serve as program instructors. This is a great opportunity for young people to explore and get to know what DC is all about, especially if they are considering a career in politics or education!
 
Thanks for passing this along – interested candidates can apply here. 

Civic Synergy Panelists

 Civic Synergy, a student-led organization focused on political depolarization, is looking for participants ages 18-30 to join in discussions about some of the most important issues facing America today. From early March to mid-April of 2022, participants will engage in six sessions focused on a topic of their selection (economic mobility, environmentalism, or US & the world) that include brief, informative, and inspiring talks. Those talks are then followed by facilitated cross-partisan discussions aimed at generating solutions. Through the program, participants will not only discuss pragmatic policy proposals that they can present to members of think tanks, Congress, and other organizations but will build the toolkit to have productive conversations with those across the aisle.

The Spring 2022 program cohorts will meet at the following times:

 

Economic Mobility:

Tuesdays (March 1 - April 5) from 7-8:30pm EST

 

U.S. & the World:

Wednesdays (March 2 - April 6) from 7-8:30pm EST

 

The Environment:

Thursdays (March 3 - April 7) from 7-8:30pm EST

 

Interested students can apply here: tinyurl.com/civicsynergyapplication

Additional information about Civic Synergy can be found on our website and Instagram page. The deadline for applicants will be FEBRUARY 20, 2022.

Summer 2022 Interns Needed: Office of Congressman Kevin Brady (TX-08)

 The Washington, D.C. Office of Representative Kevin Brady (TX-08) is seeking full-time paid interns for the Summer 2022 term. This is an in-person position.

Interns will work with D.C. based staff performing legislative and administrative work. Tasks include answering phones, sorting and drafting responses to constituent correspondence, attending briefings/hearings, performing legislative research, and supporting staff members on various projects. Ideal candidates should be professional and possess excellent communication skills, a strong attention to detail and a commitment to public service. State and/or district ties are a plus but not required.

Interested applicants should e-mail a resume, cover letter, and availability to Lauren.King@mail.house.gov with subject “First Name Last Name Internship Application.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

Arabic and Persian Summer Language Institute

 

UMD CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIR

 MEET EMPLOYERS HIRING

Feb 23 & 24 | 11 am - 4 pm | Stamp Student Union 
Feb 25 | 11 am - 4 pm | Virtual RSVP via Careers4Terps 

The annual Career and Internship Fair, hosted by the University Career Center, provides UMD students and alumni with an opportunity to meet with employers to discuss internship, full-time and part-time employment opportunities. This fair will take place over 3 days, 2 of which will be in STAMP Student Union, with the last day taking place online via Careers4Terps.

Not sure how to prepare for the career fair? Check out the resources below provided by the Feller Center.  

• Tips for preparing for the Fair
• Business professional attire is requested. 
• Need help preparing? Review these options 

Career Fair Prep Drop-In Hours @ the Feller Center- Tydings 2118 

• Career Fair Prep for ECON Majors: Feb. 17, 2 - 4 pm
• Career Fair Prep for BSOS Majors: Feb. 22, 11:30 am - 1 pm
• Questions? Contact bsoscareers@umd.edu

BSOS MAJORS: VIEW EMPLOYERS ATTENDING

ACES Minor Application and Upcoming Info Sessions!

The ACES Minor is accepting applications for the Spring 2022 semester! 

The ACES Minor is a 16-credit academic minor open to students of all majors. Students gain practical skills in cybersecurity through technical and non-technical coursework, group projects, internships and research opportunities. 

This curriculum is bolstered by regular interactions with cybersecurity industry leaders in both the private and public sectors who serve as mentors and professional networks for ACES Minor students.

The ACES Minor is also an Upper Level Concentration for Computer Science students.

Admissions Requirements: Students must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA, 30 university credits completed prior to enrollment, and at least three (3) semesters remaining at UMD.

Students can submit the application via the ACES website at aces.umd.edu. Applications are due February 25, 2022.

Please share this opportunity with any student who might be interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity!

ACES will be holding series of virtual information sessions that will cover the ACES Minor and the ACES SFS scholarship on the following dates:

Wednesday, Feb 16, 1-2pm

Thursday, Feb 17, 10-11am

Monday, Feb 21, 2-3pm

Monday, Feb 21, 6-7pm

All Info Sessions can be accessed at the following Zoom link:

https://umd.zoom.us/j/7547860051?pwd=a2dYeE96TVlLbFgwMWM0bE1ZVG03Zz09

Questions? Contact ACES at aces@umd.edu or ACES Program Coordinator Lindsey Schrott at lschrott@umd.edu

Power lunch with BSOS Alumnae: Women in Law Panel

 

Thursday, March 17, 2022

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Register at go.umd.edu/wilpanel

APPLY by 4/1 for the Jay G. Cohen Memorial Student Opportunities Endowed Scholarship

 APPLY TODAY: Applications for the Jay G. Cohen Memorial Student Opportunities Endowed Scholarship are due by Friday, April 1, 2022 by 1 PM.

The Jay G. Cohen Memorial Student Opportunities Endowed Scholarship Fund is a memorial scholarship that honors the memory of Jay G. Cohen, a prominent Baltimore attorney and proud Terp husband and father. This fund was established to reduce the barriers to law school admission for UMD undergraduate students who have both financial need and demonstrated success at the University of Maryland, and who have a strong interest in pursuing a career as an attorney. In particular, this fund will provide students with resources to pay for part (or all) of an LSAT preparation course, and/or for additional expenses incidental to the law school admissions process (e.g. application fees, transportation for visits, etc.). 

All full-time UMD undergraduate students are eligible to apply, although preference is given to students in their junior year. For complete award criteria, instructions, and an online application, please visit go.umd.edu/cohenscholar. Applications must be submitted by 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2022. 

Questions regarding this scholarship or the application process should be directed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu and Greg J. Shaffer, Esq., Associate Director, Pre-Law Advising, gshaffer@umd.edu. 

PAID Congressional Intern Opportunity to Share w/ Students

 College to Congress is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to helping high-achieving, diverse, college students and recent graduates secure internships on the Hill. The College to Congress (C2C) team would like to invite your students and recent graduates to apply to our all-expenses covered Fall 2022 Congressional Internship Program!

What: We provide full-time, paid, Congressional internships to underrepresented students. The program is free of charge for all participants.

C2C will:

1. Secure paid Congressional internships
2. Cover ALL expenses (housing, food, transportation, professional clothing, etc.)
3. Provide training and support with top DC public service professionals 
4. Connect you with the robust C2C Alumni Network 
5. Foster lifelong friendships with other C2C "Hill-terns"

Eligibility: 

• Current college juniors and seniors interested in a career in public service OR recent graduates who graduated during or after Fall 2021
• Have proof of Pell Grant eligibility during the most recent undergraduate semester
• Have a current, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Where: Washington, DC      When: August 22 - November 20, 2022 (13 weeks)

Deadline: Application opens March 14 and closes April 17, 2022.

Regardless of eligibility, our C2C University is a great resource for all students. This online module shares all the insider tips and resources necessary to land and succeed in a public service, politics, or policy related internship. Check it out ↓

C2C-U

Thank you in advance for supporting our vision of creating a democracy that is truly reflective of the people that it serves. Feel free to contact our team directly at program@collegetocongress.org with any recruitment ideas or questions.

Fulbright ZOOM Info Sessions - Study, Research, Teaching Abroad

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?
 
Attend a ZOOM info session to learn about the Fulbright Fellowship Program, the nation’s largest and most prestigious global fellowship program!
 
Fulbright awards provide recent and upcoming B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with grants for international experiences, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations. 
There are two distinct types of grant: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad or pursue graduate studies abroad; and English Teaching Assistantships. For detailed information please visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html
 
The National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland is hosting a ZOOM info session next week - please use the link below to register:

Thursday, February 17 at 4 pm - Click here to register for this session.
Interested but can't attend? View a recording of this presentation and gain access to our ELMS/Fulbright resource site by clicking here to complete a brief survey.

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended

UMD Campus Deadlines: September 1, 2022 for study/research applicants / September 15, 2022 for Teaching applicants
 
Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.
You received this email because you are subscribed to the National Scholarships Office (NSOLIST) mailing list. If you would like to unsubscribe from this list, simply send an email to listserv@listserv.umd.edu with the message signoff NSOLIST in the body.

Join us for the Spring 2022 Alternative Spring Break Experiences!

 

Program Details:

• Alternative Spring Break Experiences looks to build a world in which UMD students are empowered citizens in community together, taking action toward just causes.

• Through deliberative and reflective dialogues, direct service, and meaningful education which address global social issues, student participants will exchange, evaluate, and take action towards different ideas and approaches that challenge specific social, political, and economic structures of our global community.

• Direct service with community partners will demonstrate how students can turn their knowledge into action in safe, responsible, and sustainable ways.

• Interested students must be willing to commit their Spring Breaks, from Saturday, March 19th, 2022 to Saturday, March 26th, 2022. 

• The experience is in-person, and costs vary depending on the experience each participant is placed in.

• Program cost is all inclusive of lodging, meals, transportation, and education activities.

Who should participate?:

• Any student that wants to explore community development, civic engagement, local issues, leadership, and service.

• Undergraduate and graduate students interested in exploring social issues that include environmental conservation, education, socioeconomic inequity, health and wellness, and more.

How will you benefit from participating?:

• Connect with a community of peers from across campus and create new friendships. 

• Develop and practice personal and group leadership skills such as active listening, reflection, critical thinking, and communication, as well as civic engagement through in-person service.

• Learn how to effectively engage in constructive dialogue.

What should I expect?:

• Active engagement in personal reflection, listening, small group dialogue, and small group activities.

• Thought-provoking questions and dialogue around social issues.

• Making connections between social issues and your academic, personal, professional, and/or civic life.

• Engaging in direct service alongside community partners. 

• Participating in meaningful reflections to understand the impacts of community service on social justice.

• Identifying at least one action step to take towards a social issue you are passionate about.

Application Information:

• The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 13th, 2021.

• NOTE: We are actively recruiting staff advisors as well! If you have anyone in mind, please refer them to the application on our website listed below!

For more information or questions, visit alternativebreaks.umd.edu or contact us at alternativebreaks@umd.edu.

Representative Mike Gallagher Congressional Internship

The office of Congressman Mike Gallagher (WI-08) is looking for interns this current semester in their Washington, DC office. They offer paid, unpaid, or class credits for our interns, and are flexible around class schedules.

In the Washington, DC office, paid internships run throughout the fall, spring or summer semesters for college students. The hours are flexible to accommodate students' hectic course schedules, but generally run 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session.

In Washington, DC, interns' responsibilities will vary. They may be asked to answer phones, run errands, research legislation for the Member and legislative staff, attend hearings and briefings and answer constituent letters on various issues before the House. As a result, interns learn about the legislative process and the many other functions of a congressional office.

Interested applicants can apply through this link. 

Opening for Recent Graduates Interested in International Affairs

Program Support Assistant, OBO-PSC / Area Management

Arlington, VA, US

Appointment Type Details: Full-time, 1 year renewable for 4 years.

APPLY, closes Feb. 17, 2022

​This is considered an entry level position and the ideal candidate would have some government internship experience to qualify.  Also all applicants should use a federal resume style listing all work experience and skills when applying. Open to recent graduates, Dec. 2021 or before. 

This Personal Services Contractor (PSC) position is located in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), Operations Directorate (OPS) Office of Area Management. The contractor serves as Program Support Assistant, responsible for providing clerical and administrative support to the Office's Division Chiefs and Area Management Officers.

STATEMENT: The men and women of the US Department of State with their skills, character and commitment to public service, are the backbone of America's diplomacy. Personal Services Contractor employees support the foreign policy mission from offices in Washington, DC and worldwide. Join us in helping to shape a freer, more secure and prosperous world as we formulate, represent and implement US foreign policy. Choose from hundreds of career possibilities - there's something for everyone!

Key Requirements:

• BA or BS Graduate, Dec. 2021 or later 

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.

SHARED BY AN ALUM, Tips for Applying

This position was shared by a fellow Terp who really wants other Terps to know about this transitional position. Review the tips the alum shared with the Feller Center below. 

Follow all application guidelines closely! Only apply if you have already graduated. If you have had several internships as a student you may meet the one year specialized experience. Also alumni with years of experience are encouraged to apply. 

• They are seeking applicants who are technology savvy - MS office suite, sharepoint- and are willing to learn.

• No travel required, but the option does exist. 

• Qualities needed: Organized, multitask, team player, customer service skills, ability to be deliberate in their conversation, good knowledge of political geography, be a self-starter. 

• Will be working with foreign service officers- would be a great benefit if that is a career path of interest. 

• Will get access to all of the state department training.

• Review tips for creating a federal resume.