Upcoming Events Offered by The Career Center

How to Find an Internship Monday, April 06, 2015 from 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) 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: Specific resources available to research internship opportunities in non-profit, government and corporate sectors Quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews Strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field RSVP here.

U.S. Secret Service: Employer Networking Sessions Tuesday, April 07, 2015 from 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. University Career Center - Resource Room (3135 Hornbake Library, South Wing) United States Secret Service will present an information session on their Special Agent, Uniformed Division Officer, and Various administrative, professional, technical opportunities positions. They are interested in students from ALL majors. Read more about the U.S. Secret Service, http://www.secretservice.gov/join/careers.shtml. More information & RSVP here.

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Info Session Thursday, April 09, 2015 at 2 p.m. University Career Center (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)  The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is looking for highly motivated and talented individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds to be part of our Agency. Attend the info session to learn more about CIA employment opportunities as well additional information about:  CIA Organizational Structure  Application Process  Obtaining a Security Clearance  Learn more about this info session here.  RSVP here.

3 Upcoming Career Shuttles! Olney Theatre Center Friday, April 10, 2015 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. This career shuttle is for students who are interested in learning more about careers in arts management, theatre and/or the non-profit world.  You will have the opportunity to learn more about Olney's apprentice and young actors' program, as well as other internship and career opportunities.  More information & RSVP here. Prince George's County Police Department  Wednesday, April 15, 2015 from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The trip will include a welcome from the Inspector General (an alumnus of UMD/ARHU), an overview of the law enforcement field and tours of facilities such as the crime scene investigation room, firearms library, DNA lab and more. You can learn more about careers with Prince George's County Police Department here.  More information & RSVP here. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center Friday, April 17, 2015 from 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Location: University Career Center (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) This visit is open to all UMD students and alumni, but students interested in environmental topics and furthering their knowledge in a science discipline are particularly encouraged to attend. Information will be shared about SERC research internships including projects in terrestrial, atmospheric and estuarine environmental research within the disciplines of ecology, biology, chemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, mathematics, geography, and physics.   More information & RSVP here. Internships Want college credit for a Washington internship? Interested in global or domestic issues? Apply now to the Federal Semester Program or Global Semester in Washington, D.C.!  Apply by April 6 for first round consideration! Join a lively, engaged student cohort group!  In both programs, students take a fall-semester seminar from industry practitioners in one of several concentrations covering foreign policy, health, homeland security, diplomacy, energy and environment, and science in a global context. In the spring, students intern at federal agencies, congressional offices, think-tanks, nonprofits, and other related organizations. Past internship locations include Department of State, embassies, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Health and Human Services, Middle East Institute, Department of Energy, White House, U.S. Helsinki Commission, Potomac Institute for Policy Studies, Aerospace Industries Association, and many more.    For details and an application form, go to  http://federalsemester.umd.edu and/or http://globalsemesterdc.umd.edu or contact our office: 2407 Marie Mount Hall, 301-314-0261. Dr. Joan Burton, Director. Applications preferred by Monday, April 6. Rolling admissions thereafter.   White House Office of Management and Budget Director's Office Internships     The White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Director's Office is pleased to offer opportunities for summer 2015 internships.  Current undergraduate students may apply for this unpaid internship.  Responsibilities: Assist OMB senior leadership on budget, management and regulatory initiatives; Prepare daily briefing materials for OMB's senior leadership; Coordinate meeting and event logistics; Manage incoming inquiries from government agencies, White House offices and outside entities; Assist with correspondence preparation and management; Provide general office support; Special projects as assigned.   Qualifications: Qualified candidates should have a strong interest in the budget process/economic policy, public policy, and government. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required. Experience handling multiple tasks and working under tight deadlines is also necessary.Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in learning about a range of executive level agencies, policy areas or current issues. Requirements: Applicants must be United States citizens. Please note that participation is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and drug testing.Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to: Jessie Crabb, jcrabb@omb.eop.gov. Applications are due by 5pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Select candidates will be contacted for an interview. House of Representatives Internship Opportunities Members of the House and related committees are announcing the availability of internships and calling all interested persons. There are a great variety of tasks available for the intern. Click here for a comprehensive list of available internships.    Scholarships   Applications are currently being accepted for the Maryland Parents Association Student Scholarship Awards. The scholarships provide assistance to current undergraduate students in good standing who may be unable to continue their education at the University due to extenuating personal or family financial circumstances. Thanks to the generosity of Chatham, T. Rowe Price Foundation, and parent donors, scholarships of up to $2,000 per student will be awarded for the 2015-2016 academic year. A minimum of 12 scholarships will be awarded. Award criteria, instructions, and an online application are available at http://terpparent.umd.edu/mpa-student-scholarship-award. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2015. Questions? Contact the Office of Parent and Family Affairs at 301.314.8429 or parents@umd.edu.