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Friday, October 31, 2014

Spring Internship- Baltimore Police Department


Below is the application for the Baltimore Police Department Internship Program for Spring 2015.  This will be the only application that will be accepted for consideration into the program. Applications will be accepted for the (14 week) Spring 2015 semester, from October 24  - November 7, 2014.  Kindly fax completed applications to (410) 396-2620 attention CSO Michelle Epps.  Applications received after 5:00 PM on November 7, 2014 will not be accepted. Thank you in advance for your timely submissions.



Reminder:  Before submitting your application, please make sure you satisfy the following requirements:
§ The student enrolled in a four-year degree program must have a Junior or Senior status at an accredited four-year university or college. The student enrolled in a two-year program must have completed two-thirds (2/3) of required credits toward a degree at an accredited two year university or college.
§ The students must be currently enrolled, through his or her college or university, in an internship or independent study class.
§ The student must be at least 18 years of age prior to start date of internship.
§ The student must currently have a 2.5 or higher grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Documented by transcript attached to application.
§ The student must, prior to acceptance into the internship program, submit a completed application, cover letter, recommendation letter from a criminal justice course professor the student has been enrolled in a course with, background check information form, confidentiality agreement form, release and indemnity agreement form and internship agreement & release of liability form.
§ The student must ensure that all requested paperwork is submitted to respective college or university Internship Program Coordinator by deadline for each session.

A copy of the application can be obtained by emailing CCJS Advising at: ccjsadvising@umd.edu.  Please complete all sections of the application thoroughly.  Please note that although the information requested is voluntary, failure to provide complete answers may affect the consideration of the application.

Your application must include all of the following in order to be considered:
§ Application
§ Cover letter of personality traits, goals and objectives
§ Recommendation from criminal justice course professor
§ Background check information form
§ Confidentiality agreement form
§ Release and Indemnity agreement form (for Ride –Along)
§ Internship agreement & release of liability form



The application and all of the above requested materials must be submitted together. Failure to meet any of the above mentioned requirements may prevent the review of your application.

Prince George's County State's Attorney's Office - Teen Court Internship


Monday, October 27, 2014

Career Fair at USG - TOMORROW!


Internship Opportunity at the Supreme Court


POSITION:  Internship in Justice Sotomayor's Chambers at the Supreme Court of the United States

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  November 7th (for January - March Session)
                                                    January 30th  (for April - June Session)

DESCRIPTION:  Selected candidates will have an opportunity to work as an intern in the Chambers of the Honorable Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.  It is a 3-month internship during either January-March or April-June that will involve working directly with the Justice and with her staff.  While this internship in unpaid, the student may be eligible to receive academic credit, if their university offers this kind of program.  The selected interns will be responsible for their own living arrangements and transportation to and from the Court.

QUALIFICATIONS:
·         A recent college graduate or college senior is preferred  
·         Legal training is not required
·         Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple assignments under pressure in an efficient and timely manner
·         Excellent keyboarding skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
·         Impeccable judgment and professionalism
·         Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others at all levels of the Court
·         Ability to deal with the public effectively
·         Must be assertive, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
·         Must work well with others and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
·         Aspirations to attend law school and/or a commitment to public service are preferred
·         All candidates must have a driver’s license

RESPONSIBILITIES (list is not exhaustive):
·         Assisting Justice Sotomayor and Justice Sotomayor’s Conference Secretary, Scheduler/Personal Assistant, Law Clerks, and Chambers’ Aide, as needed
·         Escorting the Justice’s guests around the Court and Chambers, including national and international high level officials
·         Assisting with basic secretarial duties, including filing, photocopying, answering the phone, and taking messages
·         Prepare and distribute correspondence between Chambers and Court offices
·         Drafting, editing and filing of correspondence
·         Filing and cataloguing petitions and memos
·         Run errands outside of the Courthouse (a driver’s license is a must)
·         Preparation of lunch and meals for the Justice

To apply for this position, please send the following materials to icmarden@supremecourt.gov:
1.       1. Updated resume
2.       2. Unofficial academic transcripts
3.       3. Writing sample

4.       4. Two letters of recommendation

Interested in career in cybersecurity?

Mike Echols, cyber security expert at DHS and UMD CCJS alumnus, is going to visit campus Wednesday,Nov 5th, to talk about the world of cybersecurity, what it entails, career advice, etc.  Presentation followed by Q&A. 

Location: Room 4225 in Building 3.
Time: 12 noon-1:15 pm. 

Come and hear directly from an expert!

Accenture Career Exploration Event 11-7-14

Please note that the Career & Internship Services Center (CISC) is co-sponsoring an Accenture Career Exploration Event on Friday, November 7 from 11am-3pm at Montgomery College-Germantown. This event is specialized for Veterans; however, all students are welcome to come. The event includes networking, a panel discussion, and breakout sessions with Accenture employees.

If in need of transportation, please contact CISC. 

Students can RSVP to Philippa.matarazzo@accenture.com. Students who RSVP will receive a complementary lunch as well.


Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Student Judicial Board application

Do you think you're rational, reasonable, and responsible? Are you interested in giving students a fair voice in the student conduct process? USJ is the only student run judicial board in the country and is an excellent way to become a leader on our campus by upholding USJ’s core values of Integrity, Character and Ethics; or as we like to say, you're never too cool for  I.C.E. The application is due on Monday November 3rd at 11:59 PM and you can find it at http://www.usj.umd.edu/application/

Criminal Investigative Analyst Intern (Unpaid) US Department of Labor - Office of Inspector General

Careers4Terps highlighted position, University Career Center & The President’s Promise!
Log in to your C4T account (www.Careers.umd.edu/) and paste the position title in the “Search” box to learn more and apply.


Criminal Investigative Analyst Intern (Unpaid)
US Department of Labor - Office of Inspector General

Position Type:
Summer Internship, Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)
Desired Major(s):
Behavioral and Social Sciences/Criminology and Criminal Justice, Public Policy
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia (United States)
Description:
Position is located in the Office of Labor Racketeering and Fraud Investigations (OLRFI) at the Headquarters Office (HQ).

Intern will conduct research projects analyzing crime trends, criminal associations, or patterns using both internal agency and public source information. Will be assisting Director of Intelligence in completing projects assigned, including data queries and intelligence background checks for Secretary of Labor security details.

Organization Overview:
The Office of Labor Racketeering and Fraud Investigations (OLRFI) within the DOL-OIG has the responsibility for conducting criminal investigations related to (1) programs and operations of the Department of Labor; and (2) labor racketeering. The OIG at the Department of Labor is unique among inspectors general in that it has an “external” program function to conduct criminal investigations to combat the influence of labor racketeering and organized crime in the nation’s labor unions.

Labor racketeering is the infiltration, domination, and/or use of a union or employee benefit plan for personal benefit by illegal, violent, or fraudulent means. Organized crime is defined as activities carried out by groups with a formalized structure whose primary objective is to obtain money through illegal activities. Traditionally, organized crime has been carried out by La Cosa Nostra (LCN) groups, also known as the “mob” or the “Mafia.” However, new groups are emerging and organizing. For example, organized crime groups now include Asian, Russian, Eastern European, Nigerian, and West African groups.

According to the Department of Justice, there has been a rapid rise of transnational organized crime groups that are engaging in new criminal enterprises. These nontraditional groups from Asia, Russian, Eastern Europe, and West Africa have engaged in racketeering and other crimes against workers in both union and nonunion environments. These groups are engaging in complex financial schemes, immigration fraud and exploitation of undocumented aliens, and fraud against government benefit programs. Specifically, OIG investigations have found that nontraditional organized criminal groups are exploiting the Department of Labor’s Foreign Labor Certification and Unemployment Insurance programs.

Foreign Labor Certification (FLC) investigations concentrate on fraud that facilitates the submission of falsified labor related visa applications, denies U.S. citizens opportunities for employment, deprives honest immigrants opportunities for advancement, or threatens the security of the U.S. and its citizens. OLRFI efforts have identified unscrupulous attorneys, labor brokers, employers, and their associates, some with suspected non-traditional organized crime connections, as prominent threats to the integrity of the FLC process.

Unemployment Insurance investigations focus on schemes in which stolen identities are used to file for and obtain unauthorized UI benefits, bribes or illegal payments made to UI employees to influence their decisions regarding claims, and the creation of fictitious employers through which unauthorized UI benefits are filed for and received. OIG investigations have disclosed abuse of the UI Program by non-traditional organized crime groups.

With regard to the Federal Employees' Compensation Program, the OIG investigates those who intentionally fail to disclose reportable employment or income, falsify or report fraudulent medical information, or claim to be injured or disabled when in fact they are not. As necessary, these investigations also target healthcare providers (doctors, clinics, pharmacists, physical therapists, etc.) who fraudulently bill DOL for services as well as, fraud associated with medical promotions or treatments and unauthorized payments or kickbacks made to employers, providers or claimants.
Job Function:
Other
Desired Class Level(s):
Junior, Senior, Masters Candidate
Duration:
summer, fall/spring semester
Approximate Hours Per Week:
spring (20-30hrs);summer (30-40 hrs)
Qualifications:
Juniors, Seniors, or Graduate students must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment, as degree-seeking students taking at least a half-time academic course load.
ØRequired area of coursework: law enforcement, criminal justice, criminology, organized crime, US labor movement, etc.
ØStrong interpersonal and writing skills a must.
ØExperience using databases and Internet to search for information. Integrate and analyze information and data from various sources to identify problems, violations, or issues.
ØAbility to complete multiple assignments within tight deadlines.
ØOrganizational skills and attention to details.
ØMust be a US citizen. A background investigation and clearance is required.

Winter Session Registration Begins October 28th

Winter Session Registration Begins October 28th


What are you planning to do this winter? Are you thinking about taking a class? If so, registration for Winter Session begins on Tuesday, October 28, 2014.

The Office of Extended Studies recommends that students register no later than Sunday, January 4, 2015. The deadline for Winter Session schedule adjustment is Wednesday, January 7, 2015.

Please see http://oes.umd.edu/winter-term for more information.

***Please note that there typically are not winter courses at USG but UMD offers many courses online during winter and summer sessions.***

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Tips on the Federal Internship Search --In College Park!

Tips on the Federal Internship Search
Tuesday, October 28, 2014 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
Between the legislative, judicial and executive branches of the federal government, the opportunities for internships are vast.  Before diving into the federal internship search process, it is important for you to know what to expect and how to best communicate your qualifications through your application materials.  This session will provide you with important resources to learn: 
  • How your major/career interests fit in with internships in the federal government
  • How to write an effective federal resume
  • How to find and apply for internships in the federal government
  • ......and more!
RSVP for this event: Click here

For additional information about this event: contact Erica Ely at eely@umd.edu

Thursday, October 16, 2014

NOW AVAILABLE- USG Spring 2015 Scholarship Application

NOW AVAILABLE: Spring 2015 USG GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
In addition to federal and state grants awarded on the basis of financial need, various private scholarships are available for students enrolled in programs at USG as provided by our Board, local businesses, foundations, community organizations and individual donors. APPLY TODAY!!! For more information please visit www.shadygrove.umd.edu/scholarship or email usg-scholarships@umd.edu

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Department of State Foreign Service Security Protective Specialist positions


The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for the Foreign Service Security Protective Specialist positions.

Click here: http://careers.state.gov/work/opportunities/vacancy-announcements/sps for more information, and to start the Gateway to State online application process via USAJobs.

Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is Wednesday, November 5, 2014.
Security Protective Specialists will receive Limited Non-Career Appointments. Appointments may be extended annually up to a total of five years of service. Extensions beyond five years are not permitted.

Potential applicants are strongly urged to read the entire vacancy announcement to ensure they meet all of the requirements for this position, and fully understand the special circumstances involving a career in the Foreign Service before applying. All applicants must be U.S. citizens and at least 20 years old to apply and at least 21 years of age to be appointed. 


Please visit forums if you have any questions, or to search for answers regarding the selection process. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.gov website.

Spring 2015 Schedule--NOW AVAILABLE

Please see schedule below.  And don't forget to do the following:

Clear your blocks.  If you have financial, health, judicial or other blocks, these must all be cleared before you will be able to register.  Here is the link to the health form if you need another copy: http://www.health.umd.edu/sites/default/files/ImmunizationRecordForm.pdf.  You can review your blocks at www.testudo.umd.edu.  Click on Appointment and Registration Status. 

Set up an advising meeting with Dr. Stickle.  Advising is mandatory.  Failure to complete advising will result in a delay in registering. To set up an advising appointment, please email me with the following information :
a.       Full name
b.      UID
c.       A few days/times you are available to meet
d.      Please come to your advising appointment prepared.  Sitting down at my desk should not be the first time you are looking at the schedule.








Free GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Workshops


UMD students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend free GIS (Geographic Information Systems) workshops provided by the University of Maryland Libraries.

The following workshops will be offered:

Workshop 1: Intro to GIS: Monday, October 13 at 9:30 am-12:00 pm 
Workshop 2: Data Management: Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 9:30 am-12:00 pm 
Workshop 3: Spatial Analysis: Tuesday, October 28 a t 9:30 am-12:00 pm 

All workshops will be at McKeldin Library, Room 6107. Workshops are free but space is limited and registration is required.

Learn more and register online: http://ter.ps/6ik

Can't make an in-person workshop? Try an online GIS course. Details at: http://www.lib.umd.edu/gov-info-gis/maps-and-gis/gis


For more information, contact:
U.S. Government Information, Maps & GIS Services University of Maryland Libraries gis@umd.edu

University Student Judiciary Applications Open


The University Student Judiciary is looking for responsible, integrity-minded students to become a part of our organization to help maintain a fair student conduct process. To all faculty: we would love nominations of students that you think would be perfect in this role! Please let them know how they can apply. To students: now is your chance to become an important leader on campus and to help ensure justice for all students on campus!
The application is due on Monday November 3rd at 11:59 PM and can be found at http://www.usj.umd.edu/application/.


***Note that the Student Judiciary is especially looking for Shady Grove students so please apply if interested!

Monday, October 13, 2014

UMD Grad Fair--THIS WEEK IN CP


Note you will be able to purchase caps and gowns at the USG bookstore but there may be other things at this fair that interest you.

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Only a few days left to complete your audit!


Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about registration for next semester!  All BSOS students with between 75-89 credits are required to complete an official academic audit in preparation for graduation.

What is an official academic audit?
The academic audit is an official review of what degree requirements you have finished and what you still need to complete.  Doing an audit now is important to prevent graduation problems in your last semester. 

When must the audit be completed?
Students with 75 – 89 credits will be required to complete an audit before being able to register for Spring 2015 classes.

Why is it important for you to complete an audit?
1.       It gives you a chance to review what courses you have taken to ensure that they have been recorded correctly. 
2.       It allows you to verify what courses and/or credits you are missing in order to meet graduation requirements. 
3.       It makes sure that you, your department and the college are all working with the same information.

Where do I go to complete the audit?
You may complete your audit in one of two ways: 

1.       Online.  

For 4 weeks – Friday, September 19th to Friday, October 17th – the online system will be open.  This allows students to complete their audit without having to meet with their advisors in person.  To complete your audit online, please go to:  http://www.onlineaudit.bsos.umd.edu/ and follow the instructions.



2.       In Person. 

***Preference is for all audits to be completed online.  Skip the first set of questions as they don't pertain to SG students.  Please use degree navigator.  Dr. Stickle will correct any inaccuracies!

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Do you have 75-89 cumulative credits?


Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about registration for next semester!  All BSOS students with between 75-89 credits are required to complete an official academic audit in preparation for graduation.

What is an official academic audit?
The academic audit is an official review of what degree requirements you have finished and what you still need to complete.  Doing an audit now is important to prevent graduation problems in your last semester. 

When must the audit be completed?
Students with 75 – 89 credits will be required to complete an audit before being able to register for Spring 2015 classes.

Why is it important for you to complete an audit?
1.       It gives you a chance to review what courses you have taken to ensure that they have been recorded correctly. 
2.       It allows you to verify what courses and/or credits you are missing in order to meet graduation requirements. 
3.       It makes sure that you, your department and the college are all working with the same information.

Where do I go to complete the audit?
You may complete your audit in one of two ways: 

1.       Online.  

For 4 weeks – Friday, September 19th to Friday, October 17th – the online system will be open.  This allows students to complete their audit without having to meet with their advisors in person.  To complete your audit online, please go to:  http://www.onlineaudit.bsos.umd.edu/ and follow the instructions.



2.       In Person. 

***Preference is for all audits to be completed online.  Skip the first set of questions as they don't pertain to SG students.  Please use degree navigator.  Dr. Stickle will correct any inaccuracies!

Law School Career Fair--NEXT WEEK


Tuesday, October 14 from 1pm-4pm
Location: Grand Ballroom - Stamp Student Union

The UMD Law School Fair offers students a unique opportunity to meet in person with law school admissions representatives from over 100 law schools from across the country. The event is open to students and alumni from around the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area and does not require registration. Business casual attire is suggested.

Please email Greg Shaffer, Pre-Law Advisor, at gshaffer@umd.edu with any questions, or visit http://www.careercenter.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=4992 for further information.

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

CIA- Directorate of Intelligence, Summer 2015 Internships



In order to be eligible for consideration for an internship or graduate fellowship for Summer 2015, submit your application via www.cia.gov by October 15, 2014.

Please note that applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so students should feel free to submit their application any time and remember to note on their application their timeline of availability for an internship or fellowship. The CIA has a lengthy application process, so students should have their applications in 9-12 months prior to when they would be available to start their internship or fellowship, after completing the application process/background investigation. Review the attachment for more information.