Women's Foreign Policy
Group Annual Mentoring Fair 2/7/18
Career Shuttle to
Politico 3/2/18
Careers in Diplomacy
Updates and Opportunities for University of Maryland Government & Politics Majors
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Intern for a Day 2018
Intern for a Day connects undergraduate UMD students with alumni, parents, employers and community partners for one day job shadowing experiences.
In order to receive an application to participate in Intern for a Day, students must attend an informative, 30-minute orientation session that will cover the application process, how students will be matched with a host, best practices when shadowing the host on-site and how to show appreciation to the host after the experience.
Spring 2018 Intern for a Day Orientation Dates (Total of 8 Sessions Available):
All orientations take place in the University Career Center & The President's Promise
3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing
Please RSVP for the session that works best with your schedule.
Students will receive the application after attending one of the orientation sessions above. Applications will be due Sunday, February 11 at 11:59pm.
The majority of questions about Intern for a Day's process and structure will be addressed during the mandatory orientation session. For other questions or concerns, please email ifad@umd.edu.
Students who have already participated in Intern for a Day still need to attend one orientation session.
Upcoming Info Sessions
Peace Corps Information Session
Wednesday, February 7 | 4:00-5:30 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor
Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and have the experience of a lifetime. Join us to learn about Volunteer experiences, have your questions answered, and gain tips to guide you through the application process. For More Information & to RSVP
*RSVP Required
Careers in Conservation
Thursday, February 8 | 5:00-6:30 p.m.| University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor
This panel will provide career advice for students who are interested in pursuing careers in conservation. Students will learn about different career paths within conservation from professionals from different conservation perspectives (including but not limited to environmental, ecological, animal/wildlife, conservation policy, etc).
Careers in Social Justice and Advocacy
Monday, February 12 | 5:00-6:00 p.m.| University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
2018 BSOS Summer Scholars Program
We are pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for 2018 BSOS Summer Scholars. These are awards of $3000 to undergraduate students to support independent research projects with faculty in the summer. This program is modeled after, but separate from, the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research's (MCUR) Maryland Summer Scholars Program. Recipients will gain a competitive edge when applying for graduate study, national scholarships, and other awards. Students may expand their research into an independent study or Honors thesis during the following fall semester.
There will be a maximum of four awards given. Freshman, sophomores, and juniors with at least a 3.4 GPA may apply.
Applications should include:
a) an unofficial copy of the student's transcript and any other evidence of the student's scholarly accomplishments;
b) a letter of recommendation from a BSOS faculty member addressing the merit of the proposed summer research, the student's qualifications to undertake that project, a mentoring plan; and
c) a one-page personal statement from the student about their long-term professional/intelle
BSOS Summer Scholar proposals are jointly submitted by the undergraduate student and the Faculty mentor who provides a support letter. The Faculty member must have an appointment in a BSOS Department or Center and the student must be a BSOS major.
Applications are due by March 1st to Rebecca Hunsaker at bsosresearch@umd.edu. If you have questions, please contact Rebecca or Jeff Lucas (jlucas2@umd.edu).
Monday, January 29, 2018
Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!- Application period now open!
Apply now to the Minor in International Development and Conflict Management!
The Minor in International Development and Conflict Management (MIDCM) is currently accepting applications. MIDCM is a 16-credit undergraduate program open to students of all majors who are interested in the theory, practice and professions related to development and conflict – and their intersections – around the world. Apply now to begin the program in fall 2018!
To apply, go to our page https://cidcm.umd.edu/landing/
Applications are due by 11:59 pm Monday, February 19, 2018.
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at MIDCMinfo@umd.edu
Human Trafficking in Context: The Vulnerabilities Associated with Being a Refugee in Italy
Students, join the CCJS Department in Italy this summer!
Over the course of two weeks you will explore Rome, Sorrento, the Amalfi coast, Pompeii, and possibly also Capri! You will visit the Refugee Center in Rome and work with a refugee support organization (LESS) in Sorrento. The trip will focus on understanding the challenges faced among the refugee population but will also feature cultural activities and site seeing. You can expect amazing experiences, lifelong friendships, and a new lens through which to see the world. Plus you will eat GREAT food!
Applications are due March 1 and the scholarship application is due February 15. Don't delay--get started on your application today! See flier for more details!
Friday, January 26, 2018
MCERT Information Sessions
Any one interested in pursuing their Masters Degree in Education to earn recommendation for Teacher Certification is welcome to attend.
Sessions will be held at the following times:
Thursday, 2/1 from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. in 0220 Benjamin
Monday, 2/5 from 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. in 3219 Art-Sociology
Thursday, 2/15 from 5:45 – 6:30 p.m. in 0220 Benjamin
Wednesday, 2/21 from 6:15 – 7:00 p.m. in 3219 Art-Sociology
Please register for one of our events via the following link:
Apply for GVPT Scholarships for the 2018-2019 Academic Year!
Each Spring semester, the Department of Government & Politics offers several scholarship opportunities for qualified GVPT students. The application for GVPT scholarships for the 2018-2019 academic year is now open. You can find information about each scholarship on our website here:
The online application can be accessed directly by visiting:
The deadline to apply is Thursday, March 1st at 4:00pm.
Live Entrepreneurship with the Hinman CEOs Program
Live Entrepreneurship with the Hinman CEOs Program
Applications for Fall 2018 found at https://hinmanconnect.umd.edu/
As the nation’s first living-learning entrepreneurship experience, the Hinman CEOs Program selects entrepreneurially-minded students from all academic disciplines to join a unique community to explore and practice innovation. Students live together, learn about entrepreneurship, and can launch new ventures. The mission of the Hinman CEOs Program is to foster an entrepreneurial spirit, create a sense of community and cooperation, and develop ethical leaders.
Applications are open until February 4th for freshmen and sophomore students of all majors to join the fall 2018 cohort.
To learn more, visit hinmanceos.umd.edu
100 Days Until Graduation Celebration!
Location: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, University of Maryland, 7801 Alumni Dr., College Park, MD 20742
BSOS graduating seniors are invited to join the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSOS) "100 Days until Graduation" event on Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 4-6 PM for a pre-graduation celebration! BSOS seniors, alumni and faculty/staff are invited to attend to help us congratulate our seniors on their upcoming achievements.
Come to our carnival themed extravaganza! There will be carnival games and prizes, delicious treats, and beer tastings. Take selfies with Testudo, have fun in our interactive photo booth, and mix and mingle with our graduating seniors.
Hosted by the BSOS Dean’s Student Advisory Council (DSAC) and the BSOS Alumni Chapter Board.
Pre-registration required. RSVP by Friday, February 9, 2018.
For questions, please contact Jenny Kilberg, Director of Alumni and Donor Relations, jkilberg@umd.edu or 301-405-2998.
BSOS graduating seniors are invited to join the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences (BSOS) "100 Days until Graduation" event on Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 4-6 PM for a pre-graduation celebration! BSOS seniors, alumni and faculty/staff are invited to attend to help us congratulate our seniors on their upcoming achievements.
Come to our carnival themed extravaganza! There will be carnival games and prizes, delicious treats, and beer tastings. Take selfies with Testudo, have fun in our interactive photo booth, and mix and mingle with our graduating seniors.
Hosted by the BSOS Dean’s Student Advisory Council (DSAC) and the BSOS Alumni Chapter Board.
Pre-registration required. RSVP by Friday, February 9, 2018.
For questions, please contact Jenny Kilberg, Director of Alumni and Donor Relations, jkilberg@umd.edu or 301-405-2998.
Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Ralph Bunche Summer Institute A
Deadline: January 26, 2018 (Extended)
Now in its 32nd year, the APSA Ralph Bunche Summer Institute (RBSI) is an annual, intensive five-week program held at Duke University. It is designed to introduce to the world of doctoral study in political science those undergraduate students from under-represented racial and ethnic groups or those interested in broadening participation in political science and pursuing scholarship on issues affecting under-represented groups. Participants in the RBSI are drawn from a competitive national applicant pool.
Undergraduate juniors should review the requirements and apply here.
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
EVENT: Geospatial Intelligence Online Information Session
EVENT: Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Online Information Session
TIME: 7 PM EST on Wednesday, Jan 24th
Link: http://ter.ps/geointinfo
The Center for Geospatial Information Science (CGIS) at the University of Maryland is pleased to present the Master of Professional Studies in Geospatial Intelligence (MPS GEOINT). You're invited to join us for an online information session for our master's degree in GEOINT. Reserve your place here today to register for this event.
The MPS GEOINT program provides workforce-focused technical training that gives graduates the skills and expertise to lead new initiatives in the rapidly shifting landscape of GEOINT applications, data collection systems, analytic methods, and mission support. The master's program may be taken on a full-time or part-time basis, and may be taken fully online or on-site. The MPS GEOINT degree can be completed in as little as 15 months.
At the online information session, we will introduce our master’s program in Geospatial Intelligence, and discuss our unique program format, curriculum, class delivery, and the admissions process. The session will feature a comprehensive presentation, and a question and answer section with us. I hope that you will join us to learn how this master's degree can advance your career in the geospatial industry.
We are now accepting applications for admission in Spring 2018 (Application deadline: Feb 15, 2018) and Fall 2018. Full details regarding the programs are available at http://ter.ps/geoint or contact us at geog-geoint@umd.edu. Studen
Thursday, January 11, 2018
COURSE REGISTRATION: BSOS388B Do Good Now
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Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Latino Research Fellowship Opporunity
CAPC was granted funds by the Fund for Latino Scholarship at the American Political Science Association to hire a Research Fellow to work on issues related to race and ethnicity in American politics. The fellow will work with a faculty member who directs their research for the semester and helps them develop a unique project. The fellow will be given formal training in writing, data analysis, public speaking/presentation skills, conducting academic research, and formulating cogent research questions. The fellow should be interested and excited about the possibility of going to graduate school in a social science field.
Monday, January 8, 2018
Job Search Boot Camp for recent UMD Grads - Last Chance!
Job Search Boot Camp for recent UMD Grads
Are you a new UMD graduate (December, 2017 or May, 2017) who wants to submerge yourself in basic job search strategies? Then this workshop is for you! Throughout the day you will:
Space is limited, so learn more and please register at https://careers.umd.edu/event/
Deadline to register and/or to cancel registration with refund is Tuesday, January 9th, 2018
Cost: $15* Lunch will be provided
Are you a new UMD graduate (December, 2017 or May, 2017) who wants to submerge yourself in basic job search strategies? Then this workshop is for you! Throughout the day you will:
- discover how to identify your skills, interests and values;
- learn how to focus your resume;
- target positions/industries/organizat
ions of interest to you; - learn the ins and outs of networking;
- create a LinkedIn profile;
- uncover the secrets of effective interviewing; and
- become informed of on-campus and community resources you can utilize.
Space is limited, so learn more and please register at https://careers.umd.edu/event/
Deadline to register and/or to cancel registration with refund is Tuesday, January 9th, 2018
Cost: $15* Lunch will be provided
For additional information about this event:
Contact Linda Lenoir at llenoir@umd.edu.
Friday, January 5, 2018
CAPC Research Assistantship Program
The CAPC Research Assistantship Program is for students interested in developing their research and professional skills as well as gaining a deeper understanding and appreciation of the study of American politics. Research Assistants (RAs) are paired with a faculty member who directs their research for the semester as well as helping them develop a unique project based at least in part, on the research they are conducting on behalf of the faculty member. In addition, students are also assigned a graduate student to help mentor and guide them through the research process. RAs are also given formal training in writing, data analysis, public speaking/presentation skills, conducting academic research, and formulating cogent research questions.
The link to the application is https://capc.umd.edu/sites/
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Congressman John K. Delaney District Office Internship
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
MARYLAND’S SIXTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
Congressman John K. Delaney
District Office Congressional Internship
Application
We are currently looking for highly qualified students or recent
college graduates to serve as interns in our District Offices in Hagerstown and
Gaithersburg, MD for the Spring 2018 term. Interns are an integral part of the
team and are given substantial opportunities to learn and grow in a fast-paced
and active office. Our interns work with us as full-fledged members of our
staff, gaining experience in constituent outreach, casework, office management
and research.
I. Capabilities:
The
ideal candidate will be professional, responsible, and friendly. They should be
organized, eager to learn, able to work both individually and as part of a
team, perform well under pressure, and adapt to rapidly changing situations.
II. Qualifications:
a. Basic
computing knowledge
b. Proficiency
in Microsoft Windows 7
c. Proficiency
in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
d. Be able to
complete Internet-based research on a variety of topics
e. Some
previous work experience is preferred
f. Knowledge
of voter or constituent databases a plus
g. Good
written and oral communication skills
h. Commitment
to public interest and government work
i. A can-do
attitude.
III. Expectations
and Compensation:
Preference
will be given to applicants who can work a minimum of 20 hours per week and
give a 10-week minimum commitment. Specific start and end dates as well as the
weekly schedule are negotiable.
This
is an UNPAID internship; however, academic credit can be
arranged through participating institutions. The grassroots organizing and
national-level advocacy experience is not to be missed.
We accept applications on a rolling basis. To
apply, please email a resume and cover letter to our Internship Coordinator,
Nikki Jordan, at:
If you have any questions about the
Congressional Internship Program, please feel free to contact my office at
Gaithersburg Office at 301-926-0300 or
my Hagerstown Office at 301-733-2900.
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