2023 International Organization Career Day

 Sat, Dec 2 · 2-4 pm EST  |  In-person at Georgetown University in the Leavey Center Hotel Ballroom | Register via Handshake 

Meet employers! This event is offered exclusively for degree-seeking students from DC area schools, including Georgetown University, George Washington University, American University, University of DC, Catholic University, George Mason University, University of Maryland, Galludet University, Howard University, Johns Hopkins University-SAIS, and Marymount University. This event is NOT open to the public. Pre-registration is appreciated, but not required. Please bring your school ID, to check in. Questions? Contact Sharena Cotellesse Payne at the University Career Center, spayne13@umd.edu.

Employers Attending include:
World Health Organization
United Nations Development Programme
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
United Nations Childrens' Fund (UNICEF)
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Pan American Health Organization
UNESCO
United Nations Office for Project Services
Peace Corps
IMF
United Nations
UN Women
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization
International Organization for Migration
World Bank Group
United Nations Environment Programme
International Finance Corporation

BSOS Peer Mentor Application Spring '24

 

Boren Scholarship for Critical Language Study / US Government Service

 Are you currently studying, or strongly interested in studying a language critical to US national interests? Are you strongly interested in US government service?

The Boren Scholarship offers undergraduates up to $25,000 for long-term (two semesters; one for STEM majors) study abroad focused on learning critical languages. US Citizenship is required, All classes including seniors are eligible. Campus deadline: January 24, 2024. 

Join Boren program representatives for an online virtual information session on Wednesday, December 6 from 4-5 pm:

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItduugqjgpHTppNV-JBtZuqgG20RXdCFM

Can't attend?  Click here to gain access to our ELMS resource site for Boren applicants.

Eligible regions include Africa, South Asia, East and Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe and former Soviet Republics, Latin America (esp. for Portuguese), and the Middle East. (Boren Scholarships MAY NOT be used for study in Western Europe, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.) Boren Scholarships may be used for study abroad in Summer 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2024. In addition to the option of selecting your own study abroad program in these regions, you can also apply for one of the Boren programs Flagship Language Initiative sites:

African Flagship Languages Initiative (AFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive language study through domestic and overseas language programs in French, Swahili, Akan/Twi, Wolof, or Zulu. 

South Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SAFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of either Hindi or Urdu through a combination of domestic and overseas programs. 

Southeast Asian Flagship Languages Initiative (SEAFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of either Indonesian, Thai, or Vietnamese through a combination of domestic and overseas programs. 

Turkish Flagship Language Initiative (TURFLI) - Offers the opportunity for intensive study of the Turkish language through a combination of domestic and overseas programs.

*The Boren Scholarship is a U.S. Government-funded award that seeks applicants who have a strong interest in future Government service; the award carries a one-year service expectation.*  

National Scholarships Office

University of Maryland

START 2024 Winter Session Courses

 

Pre-Law Advising - Law School Interviews 2023

 The Pre-Law Advising Office’s annual Law School Interview Program is throughout the week of December 4th - 8th, 2023 with admissions personnel from some of our local and more popular feeder schools. Current students and alumni who are applying to law school for Fall 2024 matriculation should feel free to register for an interview with any of the visiting schools that they are genuinely interested in!

Registration is through Handshake. Click here to view our flyer with participating law schools, program details, and registration links!

Her Bold Move Fellowship Application Deadline Extended to Jan 1st!

The Her Bold Move fellowship application deadline has been extended to January 1st, 2024!

As a reminder, Her Bold Move is a nonprofit organization that works to elect women into government positions across the country. We offer students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in political action, community organizing, fundraising, and campaigning with our Future Leaders Fellowship. We are looking for applicants from anywhere in the U.S. who are current sophomores, juniors, seniors, or post-grad in college, and passionate about electing progressive women to our government.

Her Bold Move is focused on creating a community of like-minded students that will be the leaders of tomorrow. The fellowship is focused on aiding students in developing key skills necessary for entering the world of politics as a woman. There will be opportunities for fellows to work on active campaigns for Her Bold Move candidates, gain experience in fundraising, research topics they’re passionate about, hone their leadership skills, and build a network of like-minded women.

Fellows can expect to:

• Attend weekly Zoom sessions on Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm ET.
• Engage with guest speakers during weekly Q&A sessions and peers during weekly discussions.
• Complete a creative fundraising project.
• Conduct a short research project on a topic of your choice.
• Learn how to phone bank through participating in virtual sessions with various campaigns.

Our Spring Fellowship will begin in February and run through the end of May. 

Here is a link to the fellowship application: https://www.herboldmove.org/fellowship. 

Invitation to 12/2 International Organization Career Day - 2-4 pm

2023 International Organization Career Day

Sat, Dec 2 · 2-4 pm EST  |  In-person  | Register via Handshake for location
Meet employers! This event is offered exclusively for degree-seeking students from DC area schools, including University of Maryland, Georgetown University, George Washington University, American University, University of DC, Catholic University, George Mason University, Galludet University, Howard University, Johns Hopkins University-SAIS, and Marymount University. This event is NOT open to the public. Pre-registration is appreciated, but not required. Please bring your school ID, to check in. Questions? Contact Sharena Cotellesse Payne at the University Career Center, spayne13@umd.edu.