Volunteer This Semester Through Terps For Change!

 

Program Details:

• Terps for Change is a service-learning organization that allows students to engage in meaningful, longitudinal service with one of our 12 community partners. We hold weekly dialogues that give students the opportunity to explore and reflect on social issues that are impacting our community

• The experience is free and in-person. With Virtual options if needed.  

Who should participate?:

• Students who want to engage in weekly service and get involved in the community. 

• Undergraduate students interested in getting involved in engaging discussions, education and reflection centered around social issues and community service-learning.

How will you benefit from participating?:

• Connect with other students who have a passion for service-learning.

• Develop and practice personal and group facilitation skills such as active listening, reflection, critical thinking, and communication. 

• Learn how to effectively engage in constructive dialogue.

 

What should I expect?:

• Students will volunteer 1-3 hours a week with one of our local community partners with a group of students

• Participate in a 1-hour weekly dialogues around social issues.

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

 

Application Information:

• The Final Deadline to apply is February 4th, 2022

 

APPLY TODAY!

For more information, check out our website: terspforchange.umd.edu 

For more information or questions, visit Terps for Change  or contact us at terpsforchange@umd.edu

Free Intensive Summer Program in Washington, DC for Black Male Sophomores

 To learn more about the Institute and to apply for the Washington Program, visit theinstitute.net. 

If you have any questions or have a student you would like to refer to us, please contact (amulinge@theinstitute.net) or Dr. Bill Keyes (wkeyes@i4rc.org).

Undergraduate Research Opportunities Database

 MARYLAND CENTER FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH

 

Maryland Student Researchers / Database of Undergrad Research Opportunities

 

ARE YOU AN UNDERGRADUATE INTERESTED IN EXPLORING RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPRING 2022 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND? 

The Maryland Student Researchers (MSR) program maintains a University-wide database where UMD researchers post research opportunities for undergraduate students. It is a great way for undergraduates to learn about the rewards and challenges of academic research. Nearly 200 projects are available this Spring 2022 with more being added so check back regularly over the next several weeks.

 

To review the Maryland Student Researchers database with nearly 200 available opportunities (more added daily) by clicking here. 

To view a recorded presentation on getting started in undergraduate research, and using our database of opportunities, you can request access to our ELMS resource site for undergraduate research. To gain access click here to complete a brief questionnaire.

 

The MSR bulletin board is designed to help undergraduates find research opportunities that are a good fit for their interests and qualifications, and to help faculty members find students to assist with their research project(s). The research opportunities posted on the MSR website typically call for students to spend around six hours a week working under the direction of a faculty mentor on that faculty member’s own research.  Participating students learn skills and gain valuable experience that will enhance their graduate school and job qualifications. Many positions are for volunteers, some are paid.

 

ELIGIBILITY: Any student in good academic standing may apply directly for any listed opportunities for which they have the listed required skills.  It is open to undergraduates of all majors and disciplines with an interest in research. Many positions are offered on a volunteer basis, and selection of undergraduate researchers is made solely by the faculty members who provide the listed opportunities.

BSOS Resources for Students

Cornerstone Summer Internship

Cornerstone is a full-service, bipartisan consulting firm specializing in federal and state government relations, public affairs and strategic communications, and advisory services. For the Summer Semester, Cornerstone hopes to hire anywhere from 8-12 Interns. The Intern Program is offered to students from second year undergraduates to second year law students and Masters degrees graduates. The Summer Internship application deadline is March 1st. If you might be interested in applying for a Policy or Public Affairs Internship spot for the Summer 2022 session, please submit an application through the website: https://cgagroup.com/internships/

APPLY TODAY for the Sebastian Herbstein Memorial Scholarship in Fiction Writing

 

Attention creative writers! Are you a passionate fiction writer with a flair for storytelling? If so, submit your application today.

The Sebastian Herbstein Memorial Scholarship in Fiction Writing is a memorial scholarship that honors the memory of Sebastian Herbstein, a talented writer, dedicated scholar and son of UMD professor, Judith Freidenberg, which provides two prizes, $600 for first prize and $300 for second prize, for works of short fiction of 5,000 words or less. All full-time UMD undergraduate students are eligible to apply. 

For complete award criteria, instructions, and an online application, please visit go.umd.edu/herbstein. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2021. 

Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be directed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu. 

Friends Committee on National Legislation

 

Friends Committee on National Legislation: Application tips when applying for openings 

Wednesday, February 2 •  4- 5 pm | Register via Careers4Terps to attend 

Join Larissa Gil Sanhueza, Young Adult Program Manager, to learn about the job & internship opportunities available in advocacy, lobbying, and social justice at Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL). FCNL is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan Quaker organization working collectively to advance peace, justice, and environmental stewardship. Check out their open positions before attending: 

• Full Time Program Assistant (Paid), Deadline: February 7  
• Paid Summer Internship (Paid), Deadline: March 25  

Questions? Contact Erin Doolin, edoolin@umd.edu, CCJS Career Outreach Specialist 

Gilman Scholarship for Virtual and In-person Study Abroad

Are you an undergraduate student, Pell Grant recipient, and U.S. citizen with international interests? You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which provides up to $5,000! In the last 5 1/2 years, 151 UMD students have won Gilman Scholarships, winning a total of $524,050! 

The deadline to apply for virtual or in-person programs that begin between May 1, 2022 to April 30, 2023, is March 1, 2022.

To be added to our Gilman ELMS resource page, which offers a lot of helpful information as well as successful example essays, please fill out this brief survey.

  

GILMAN VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS WITH EDUCATION ABROAD 

The National Scholarships Office and the Office of Education Abroad imagine that you may have many questions about the Gilman scholarship and the application process. Please join us to learn about these topics and ask any questions you may have.

Choose a link below to register. 

Monday, 1/31 at 1:00 pm

Tuesday, 2/1 at 12:00 pm

Tuesday, 2/1 at 3:00 pm

Wednesday, 2/2 at 4:00 pm (includes live transcription)

Wednesday, 2/2 at 11:00 am

Friday, 2/4 at 10:00am

Friday 2/4 at 12:00 pm

Monday, 2/7 at 12:00 pm

If you are not able to make any of these sessions, please email us at gilman@umd.edu.

 

DEADLINE: March 1, 2022

 

ELIGIBILITY

Students must be:

· a U.S. citizen

· a Pell Grant recipient 

· an undergraduate (includes all schools/majors)

Volunteer for Maryland Mentor Corps

Maryland Mentor Corps is now recruiting UMD students to volunteer in our Spring 2022 cohort! Please share this message with your students. 

Apply now to become a mentor with Maryland Mentor Corps in one of our great programs below! Join other Terps in service to youth and families in our community! 

► Maryland Reading Program (In Person): Mentors work one-on-one with 1st and 2nd grade students who are struggling with reading.

Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m, every week of the semester.

► Maryland Math Program (In Person): Mentors work 1:1 or in small groups with 4th graders who are struggling with math.

Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., every week of the semester.

► Maryland Family Literacy Program (Virtual): Mentors provide 1:1 and small group English language tutoring and conversation practice for local adults.

Shifts Available: Wednesday & Thursday; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every week of the semester.

► Higher Achievement Middle School Reading & Mentoring Program (In Person): Work with a small group of 5th-8th grade scholars as they engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. No experience needed! Training, lesson plans, and activities will be provided.

Shifts Available: Tuesdays & Wednesdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

► Latino Student Fund K-5 Tutoring (Virtual): Provide virtual tutoring (via Zoom) in reading and/or mathematics to local elementary school students.

Shifts Available: Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Transportation will be provided for in-person programs. No tutoring experience required!

Applications will be accepted until Friday, January 28. Apply at: 

stamp.umd.edu/sp22mentor

BSOS Summer Scholars Program

 We are pleased to announce the launch of the BSOS Summer Scholars Program (2022) competition. Click on the link below to view more information, and please share widely within your departments.

• Internal Submission Deadline: Monday, February 21, 2022
• Award Cycle: Open
• Discipline/Subject Area: Open to BSOS only
• Funding Available: 16,000
• Eligibility Requirements: Must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior
• Eligibility Requirements: Must have at least a 3.4 GPA
• Description:

The BSOS Summer Scholars program supports undergraduate students doing independent research projects with faculty in the summer. 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. We expect applicants will also apply for the campus Maryland Summer Scholars program which is due on February 14, 2022 and can be found here. Students may apply for both opportunities but may only accept one.

• There will be a maximum of four awards of $3,000 each. Applications must include the following:

  1. an unofficial copy of the student's transcript and any other evidence of the student's scholarly accomplishments;
  2. a one-page personal statement from the student about their long-term professional/intellectual goals, how this fellowship and research project would advance those goals, and to what degree this proposal is in response to research or travel restrictions due to COVID; and
  3. a letter of recommendation from a BSOS faculty member addressing the merit of the proposed summer research, the student's qualifications to undertake the project, and a mentoring plan.

Proposals are initiated by the undergraduate student and completed by the Faculty mentor who provides the support letter via this application system. The Faculty member must have an appointment in a BSOS department or center and the student must be a BSOS major.

Maryland Summer Scholars Program for 2022

The Maryland Summer Scholars Program (MSS) provides opportunities for the University of Maryland, College Park (UMD) undergraduates to spend much of the summer working closely with faculty mentors on ambitious research, scholarly, or artistic projects. The MSS program provides awards of $3,000 to approximately 25-30 undergraduates each summer.

Many Summer Scholars expand their summer research into an independent study or honors thesis project the following autumn semester and find that their research experience helps distinguish their applications for graduate study, fellowships, internships, employment, and other competitive opportunities.

Maryland Summer Scholars (MSS) may conduct their summer research on the College Park campus or elsewhere in the U.S. or abroad as required by the nature of the project. Students whose projects require travel for an extended period of time to off-campus locations (not to include regular commuting) may submit a travel supplement request as directed in the online application form. Travel supplements will not exceed $1,000.

A presentation about the MSS program is available on our website as well as on ELMS, along with presentations about additional summer research opportunities - for ELMS access please click here to complete a brief questionnaire. 

Eligibility: You are eligible to apply for an MSS award: if you have earned 12 or more UMD course credits (not including AP or IB credits) by the date of the application deadline; if you have a cumulative UMD GPA of 3.40 or higher by the date of the application deadline (no rounding); and if you expect to receive your undergraduate degree no earlier than December 2021. All academic majors are eligible.

Application Deadline: The deadline to apply for the summer 2022 awards will be Sunday, February 14, 2022. It is important that candidates begin developing their proposals as soon as possible.

Important Tax Information: Please note that MSS awards are subject to taxation as personal income, and awardees should plan accordingly; tax withholding may apply. 

The Maryland Summer Scholars Program is sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Studies, the UMD Division of Research, UMD Schools and Colleges, and the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research. 

The University of Maryland University Career Center is hosting a On Campus & Part-Time Jobs Meetup

Friday, January 28, 2022, from 12 Noon - 2 PM

This is a virtual networking event where students can explore paid, part-time roles on-campus and in the local area.

If you are currently seeking new staff to join your team this semester, this meetup is a great opportunity to virtually meet students actively seeking part-time opportunities.

Please use the following link to register:

https://umd-csm.symplicity.com/events/partimejobs2022

Registration for this event is FREE to UMD employers!

Please feel free to share this information with other campus partners or local businesses seeking to hire students.

 

If you have questions about this event, please contact Lydia Woods at lwoods13@umd.edu

Maryland Smith - The Future of Data Analytics in Government

 

Register by January 29th, 2022: https://web.cvent.com/event/de1e9ed7-b15a-4389-b88d-e5d6528215e0/summary

YOUNG MEN’S DEMOCRATIC CLUB OF PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

The Maryland Democratic Party is excited to announce the Summer 2022 Volunteer Fellowship Program sponsored by the Young Men’s Democratic Club of Prince George’s County. This fellowship will give young leaders of all genders a hands-on experience with both state and national politics. Fellows will have the opportunity to work with the political, fundraising, digital, communications, data, field, and operations departments.  

The fellowship will cover an eight-week period this summer. Fellows will either work remotely or out of the Maryland Democratic Party office in Annapolis depending on need and public health guidance. Fellows will be expected to commit at least twenty hours per week. Up to a $2,500 stipend will be paid to each fellow to cover related expenses. In addition to a stipend, these individuals will gain valuable experience on the inner workings of Maryland Politics. Fellows will develop valuable skills and relationships working with Maryland Democratic Party staff and elected officials.

Fellowship Applicant Requirements

1. Must be a registered Democrat.
2. Must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in political science and/or related field of study.
3. Must be a Prince George’s County resident and/or attending a higher education institution in Prince George’s County.

Please note: This fellowship is open to all genders. Fellows will be volunteers with the Maryland Democratic Party, and not considered employees. 

If you are interested in applying for the Young Men’s Democratic Club of Prince George’s County Fellowship Program, please visit this link.

Upcoming Career Events

 AFCEA EPIC Intelligence Community Outreach Event

Wednesday, January 26, 2022 • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. | Virtual Event

The AFCEA Emerging Professionals in the Intelligence Community (EPIC) committee is organizing an academic UMD outreach event on January 26, 2022 from 6 to 7:30pm EDT. This event will be a virtual panel of EPIC members answering questions submitted at registration by attending participants. Following a 30-45 minute period of answering these questions, panelists and other EPIC attendees will manage breakout rooms focused on specific schools and interests wherein participants from the academic community can engage directly with the panelists. 

This event is aimed at current or recent academic graduates across all fields of study and both undergraduate and graduate. As this is pertaining specifically to the intelligence community, it is only targeted towards US citizens. This is not a recruitment event or a job fair. Learn more about AFCEA EPIC here and here. 

Friends Committee on National Legislation: Application tips when applying for openings 
Wednesday, February 2, 2022 •  4- 5 pm | Register via Careers4Terps to attend this Zoom session 
Join Larissa Gil Sanhueza, Young Adult Program Manager, to learn about the job & internship opportunities available in advocacy, lobbying, and social justice at Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL). FCNL is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan Quaker organization working collectively to advance peace, justice, and environmental stewardship. 

Check out their open positions before attending: 

• Full Time Program Assistant (Paid), Deadline: February 7  
• Paid Summer Internship (Paid), Deadline: March 25  

Questions? Contact Erin Doolin, edoolin@umd.edu, CCJS Career Outreach Specialist 

Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program

 The Partnership for Public Service recently launched the Future Leaders in Public Service internship program. The program is designed to provide undergraduate and graduate students with the opportunity to explore a career in public service while gaining valuable work experience.

Program Highlights 

• Students receive a $4,000 stipend and a 10-12 week summer internship
• The placement sites are at the Department of Commerce and Department of Transportation
• Professional development workshops will supplement the internship experience
• Students from any academic background or major are welcome to apply

Application Deadline 

The application deadline for students to participate this summer is January 31, 2022 at 11:59pm.

Students can apply to the program here: Future Leaders in Public Service Application

Virtual Information Sessions

There are two upcoming information sessions for students to learn more about the program, meet representatives from Transportation and Commerce, and ask any questions about their application. Students can sign up for the sessions here: Information Session Sign Up

Information Session Details:

• January 18, 2022 from 4:00pm-5:00pm ET
• January 24, 2022 from 4:00pm-5:00pm ET

Diversity Opportunity Digest E-newsletter

Diversity Opportunity Digest E-newsletter January 13, 2022

START APPLYING NOW TO SUMMER RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES AND INTERNSHIPS!!!

UMD Research and Internship  Opportunities

BSOS SUMMER RESEARCH INITIATIVE (SRI) APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!  Application Deadline: February 10, 2022 Apply and Learn more.  MARYLAND SUMMER SCHOLARS APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!  Application Deadline: February 14, 2022 Apply and Learn more.

Paid Summer Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

PathwaysToScience.org offers 600+ summer research programs and paid summer programs to undergraduate and graduate students in all STEM disciplines. These programs are all FULLY FUNDED opportunities including programs sponsored by the NSF, NASA, and NIH. If you need help finding a program that’s a good fit, please feel free to email ldetrick@ibparticipation.org for assistance. Please include your level of study, disciplinary interests, and any other requirements you would like to be considered.

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Energy Storage Internship Program

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Energy Storage Internship Program offers 10-week, hands-on, practical summer internships at U.S. National Laboratories. Participants will conduct research related to the development of newer chemistries, battery designs, and manufacturing processes needed to usher in changes in energy storage. Application Deadline: January 25, 2022 Apply and Learn more.

Summer 2022 Internship with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program is offering undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experiences with federal facilities and other HS-STEM focused international partners in both Washington, D.C, and Ottawa, Canada.  Application Deadline: January 31, 2022  Apply and Learn more.

National Institute of Health (NIH) Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research (SIP)

Summer programs at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) provide an opportunity to spend a summer working at the NIH side-by-side with some of the leading scientists in the world. Internships generally cover a minimum of eight weeks, with students arriving at the NIH in June. The NIH Institutes/Centers and the Office of Intramural Training & Education (OITE) sponsor a wide range of summer activities including an orientation to help interns get off to a good start, Summer Lectures featuring distinguished NIH investigators, career/professional development workshops, wellness activities, and Summer Poster Day. Application Deadline: March 1, 2022 Learn more.

Maryland's Public Service Scholars Program

Paid Summer Programs in the Government and Nonprofit Sectors The Maryland Public Service Scholars program offers full time internships, remote seminars, events and projects.  Priority Deadline: February 1, 2022 Final Deadline: March 1, 2022 Apply and Learn more.

Attend the ORISE Virtual Career Fair!

ORISE to host Virtual Career Fair: Featuring Internships and Fellowships at CDC, EPA, FDA, USDA, and more! The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is hosting a virtual career fair to highlight the variety of paid internships, fellowships, and research opportunities available within their Research Participation Program across various government agencies.  When: Wednesday, Jan. 19, from 12 to 3 p.m Register here.

Johns Hopkins Center for Diversity Programs

Maternal and Child Health Careers/Research Initiatives for Student Enhancement-Undergraduate Program  (MCHC/RISE-UP)

Maternal and Child Health Careers/Research Initiatives for Student Enhancement-Undergraduate Program (MCHC/RISE-UP) is a summer public health leadership program funded by the CDC that provides (1) clinical, (2) research, and (3) community engagement and advocacy experiences for undergraduate juniors, seniors, and scholars within 12 months of their baccalaureate degree. Sites include (1) Kennedy Krieger Institute, (2) University of California-Davis, and (3) University of South Dakota.  Application site is OPEN.  Apply and Learn more.

The Maternal and Child Health-Leadership Education Advocacy Research Network (MCH-LEARN) program

The Maternal and Child Health-Leadership Education Advocacy Research Network (MCH-LEARN) program, funded by the HRSA, provides the scholar with maternal and child health and public health research, clinical, and advocacy experiences. The MCH-LEARN is full-time during the summer and monthly during the academic year.  Application site is OPEN.  Apply and Learn more.

Internship Opportunities by Program

ECONOMICS  American Economic Association (AEA) Summer Training program held at Howard University. Expanding Diversity in Economics Summer Institute at the University of Chicago

POLITICAL SCIENCE The Ralph Bunche Summer Institute Program (RBSI)

PSYCHOLOGY Boston University Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURFs) Carnegie Mellon University Summer Program for Undergraduate Researchers (SPUR) Duke University, The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience NSF Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Harvard Business School PRIMO Harvard University Moral Psychology Research Lab National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH) Summer Program in the Neurological Sciences and Other Neuroscience Research Training and Funding Opportunities National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Program Rutgers RISE Program Stanford University Center for the Study of Language and Information (CSLI) University of California, Berkeley Berkeley Early Learning Lab Summer Internship Program University of California, Berkeley the Gopnik Cognitive Development and Learning Lab UCLA Summer Programs for Undergraduate Research (SPUR) Undergraduate Psychology Summer Internship Program — Pace University, Counseling Center, New York City Campus University of Pennsylvania Undergraduate Summer Fellowship Program in Interdisciplinary Mind and Brain Studies University of California — Irvine Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) — includes helpful tips for finding undergraduate research opportunities University of California — Irvine: The Irvine Interdisciplinary Internship in Neuroscience Program University of Cincinnati Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer Research Program University of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer Research Program on Minority Health Disparities University of North Carolina, Karen M. Gil Internship Program in Psychology University of Toronto Canada Summer Research Opportunities Programme (SROP) University of Wisconsin-Madison Interdisciplinary Research in Education Sciences (IRES) Summer Internship Program for Undergraduates University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Psychology Psychology Research Experience Program (PREP) Yale University: Organizational Behavior at Yale

Campus Resources

A network of support and career opportunities offered from The University Career Center & The President’s Promise. Learn more. Research opportunities offered from the University Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research. Learn more.

APPLY FOR BSOS SCHOLARSHIPS!  Applications for the Fall 2022 semester are due on Friday, March 25, 2022 by 12 p.m. Click here to apply. Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be e-mailed to  bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT WITH THE OFFICE OF MULTI-ETHNIC STUDENT EDUCATION (OMSE) Are you looking for on-campus employment? Apply to be apart of the OMSE student staff team!  Click here to submit an application.  Questions regarding the application process can be emailed to mosborn1@umd.edu.

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