Friday, May 8, 2020

List of Virtual Events for May 2020


The Department of Government and Politics Advising will be sharing a list of virtual events on a weekly basis. These events will include career fairs, workshops, webinars, information sessions, and panels. Students can review this resource and see which virtual events will be taking place in the upcoming week. This document outlines events that will take place in May 2020.

Date
Event
Time
Description
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Career Expo for people with disABILITIES, wounded warriors and U.S. veterans

To pre-register, go to http://www.eop.com/expo

Meet with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies looking to recruit new talent. 
  • Business attire required 
  • Bring numerous copies of resume 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age (Proof required) 

SPONSORED BY: 
  • Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD)
FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR JOB SEEKERS, EMPLOYERS AND STAFF, WE HAVE MOVED THIS EVENT TO MAY 13, 2020 AND WILL BE A VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR.

For additional information about this event:
Contact Michael Maiden at mmaiden@umd.edu
Friday, May 15, 2020
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Who is invited?
Candidates seeking full-time jobs, internships, fellowships, and postdoctoral opportunities

Flexible Time Frame
Each organization chooses their own chat times during the event

More Information
For a full list of attending organizations and to register, please click on this link

For additional information about this event:

Contact Michael Maiden at mmaiden@umd.edu

Monday, May 18, 2020

5:00 pm

The Bright Futures Initiative awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $100-$1,000 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships with non-profit organizations and government agencies.  

Access to the Application: go.umd.edu/BrightFutures

Eligible Candidates: 
All registered University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students returning to campus for the fall 2020 semester, who have an internship for summer 2020, are eligible to apply. Graduating seniors (May 2020 & August 2020) are not eligible. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors graduating in December 2020 and to those who have not previously received an award.  In order for a student's internship to qualify for funding support, it must satisfy the following criteria:
  • Unpaid on-campus or off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency
  • Offered during the summer and completed by the start of fall semester
  • Supervised by a professional in the field
Questions?

If not addressed on the above website, contact:
Maddy McCaslin at  mmccasl1@umd.edu

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Discover the benefits of Peace Corps service from returned Volunteers. Hear stories about the challenging, rewarding, and inspirational moments from returned Peace Corps Volunteers. Ask questions about service through a mix and mingle after the event. Note: We will be holding this event on a virtual platform instead of in-person. Please register to ensure that you receive access to join the event.

For additional information about this event:

Contact Michael Gall at mgall@peacecorps.gov
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Want to write an awesome Federal resume?

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM), in partnership with the Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC), will present a FREE online workshop for current students or recent graduates. Participants will gain tips to make their resume standout and have the opportunity to ask presenters questions about their resumes. Space is limited and registration is required: fapac.org/event-3820487.

Contact Katherine Toth at careerfairs@fapac.org with questions or requests for accommodations.

For additional information about this event:

Contact Katherine Toth at careerfairs@fapac.org

Monday, May 25, 2020
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Make your application stand out from the rest. Attend this workshop to learn how to browse Volunteer openings, find the right program, and strengthen your application. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about service, learn steps you can take to improve your chances, and gain valuable tips to guide you through the application process.

For additional information about this event:

Contact Brynn DeNee at peacecorpsumd@umd.edu


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