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Thursday, July 12, 2018

Paid Summer Criminal Justice Research and Evaluation Internship with ICF


The Justice and Community Development (JCD) Research and Evaluation Team has a broad portfolio of projects focusing on criminal justice practices and policies.  The team is seeking a summer intern to work on multiple projects with topics ranging from victim services, juvenile justice, human trafficking, corrections, and law enforcement.  With the supervision of more experienced researchers, the intern will be responsible for assisting in the performance of social science research and evaluation of training and technical assistance by gathering literature and documents for review, transcribing interviews, qualitatively coding interview transcripts, coordinating interviews/meetings, and helping to prepare material for inclusion in reports. 

As a summer intern, you will apply your academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects surrounding the improvement of federal, state and local juvenile justice and child welfare systems, and interact with a variety of experts in juvenile justice, human trafficking, victim services, child welfare, and related fields. Interns at ICF often return after graduation to take positions within our consulting practice or enroll in outstanding graduate programs around the country. 

The position is located at ICF's headquarters in Fairfax, VA.  

Key Responsibilities:  
- Perform background research on specified topics and synthesize material in the form of annotated bibliographies and literature reviews.
- Support training and technical assistance activities for federal juvenile justice, human trafficking, victims of crime, and/or child welfare programs and initiatives.
- Support cleaning and validating data using statistical analysis software such as SPSS, Stata, or SAS.
- Transcribe and code qualitative data.
- Analyze primary and secondary data using basic statistical methods (e.g., descriptives).
- Coordinate logistics and assist with conferences/meeting planning (e.g., teleconferences and virtual meetings).

Basic Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in criminal justice, sociology, statistics, economics, social work,  public policy, or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Introductory knowledge of social science research and methods.
- Proficient in MS applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Interest in criminal and juvenile justice topics.

ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce.   

ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity)  

Pay Transparency Statement: For more information, please click here: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf  

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator in Guatemala


Semilla Nueva is currently seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator to oversee the program design and impact assessment of its intervention. The M&E team has worked this past year to develop a greater understanding of our program’s nutritional, economic, and value chain outcomes. Semilla Nueva is seeking an experienced individual to continue this work into the coming year, develop relationships with external research partners (both in-country and abroad), and to lay the foundation for evidence generation and data collection. The selected individual will play a key role in shaping Semilla Nueva’s program strategy and will collaborate in producing cutting-edge evidence for a nationally scalable intervention. The position will be based primarily in Semilla Nueva’s main office in Guatemala City. It will require occasional travel to rural parts of Guatemala to coordinate research activities and collect field information.

To apply please send a cover letter explaining your interest in Semilla Nueva and the position, along with an updated, detailed CV to trabajo@semillanueva.org. Please note “M&E Coordinator” in the subject line. Mo

See full job description below:





State Dept. Foreign Service Fellowships - September 2018 Deadlines!


Are you a rising senior or recent graduate strongly motivated to pursue a career in in the US State Department's Foreign Service? Are you a member of a minority group historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service (including women), and/or a recipient of need-based financial aid?

The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowships provide financial support through two years of graduate study, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities leading to an appointment in the Foreign Service. Both programs have mid-September 2018 deadlines.

The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowship Programs strongly encourage applications by members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service, women, and those with financial need.

Want to learn more? Complete a brief survey to receive more information!

Federal Fellows concentration in Political Engagement and Advocacy

Exciting NEW Federal Fellows concentration in Political Engagement and Advocacy!!!
Just Opened— APPLY NOW! For students of ALL MAJORS!
Interested in political engagement at the local, state or national levels? Want to run for office, become a staffer on the Hill, and/or influence or make policy? Apply NOW to the amazing, empowering Federal Fellows Program!
PERKS include:          
·         Fall semester courseThe instructor has over 20 years of political development, public affairs, community relations and civic education experience working in the Federal government, private sector and non-profit organizations. Class visitors will include practitioners with experience in the political, civic engagement, and advocacy arenas.
·         DC spring internship at sites including the Hill, federal agencies, NGOs, private organizations, embassies, think tanks, etc. 
·         Scholarship in Practice credit for internship
·         Spring internship credit through our program or through your major/program!
·         Notation on your transcript as a Federal Fellow!
·         Year-round professional development activities, including field trips, one-on-one help with resumes and interviews, etc.
·         Join a lively, engaged student cohort group (and alumni network)! 

APPLY NOW!!! Application Link: Online Application
For more information regarding the Political Engagement and Advocacy course and application requirements, visithttp://federalfellows.umd.edu or contact our office: 2407 Marie Mount Hall, 301-314-0261.

Monday, July 9, 2018

Volunteer with CASA Prince George's County


Become a voice for a child in foster care!

Want to make a difference in the life of abused or abandoned children in your community? There are over 500 youth in foster care in Prince George’s County and Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is looking for compassionate and motivated individuals to advocate for these youth. CASA volunteers create relationships with youth in foster care to ensure that the court and child welfare systems remain focused on their specific needs and finding a safe permanent home. Apply today for our Fall Training(October 18, 2018 -November 12, 2018). The deadline to apply is October 1st! Applicants must be 21 or older and willing to complete a background check. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at www.pgcasa.org or email, volunteer@pgcasa.org.


Volunteer Information Session

You are encouraged to attend our Volunteer Information Session on September 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. The session will be presented by staff from CASA Prince George’s County. It will be an informal presentation and participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. The information session will be held at the Hyattsville Administrative Building, 4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781.



Click here to RSVP for the Volunteer Information Session.
Contact Information: 301-209-0491; Volunteer@pgcasa.org

Internships and Fellowships Currently Available at Tahirih Justice Center


Follow this link.  Opportunities for current students and recent grads!

Thursday, July 5, 2018

Justice For Juniors- Currently Seeking Participants


Image result for justice scaleJustice for Juniors is a registered UMD student organization focused on reducing juvenile recidivism through tutoring ethics at the DC Juvenile Jail; organizing faith formation chapel services on Sundays for DC juvenile shelter residents transitioning from the jail to the community at the GW Marvin Center; and planning an annual juvenile justice forum in DC and UMD to address the public policy issues of juvenile justice.  

Justice for Juniors is seeking college students to participate in one or may ways by: 

(1) Tutoring ethics at the DC Juvenile Jail (1000 Mt. Olivet Rd., NE Washington DC) on Mondays 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.Transportation is provided; a van leaves UMD on Mondays at 5:15 PM to the jail.

(2) Academic tutorials and college access at UMD on Sundays, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for PG County middle and high school students (Parkdale High School) and two local churches

(3) College students may sign up to serve on the Forum Committee.  Chaplain Johnson will assign articles for a specific topic of the forum.  Students will read the articles and design talking points for the panelists. Dr. Nichols and/or Dr. Evita Bynum will serve as the Moderator. Two or three students, preferably seniors, will serve as co-moderators for the experience.

Justice for Juniors is currently recruiting interested UMD students to train for the summer. To receive more information and/or to get involved, please contact Alexander Burton at aburton102@gmail.com or Chaplain Johnson at jsiafa@gmail.com.

Fall Policy and Advocacy Internship with the International Rescue Committee


The IRC Policy and Advocacy Office advocates for protecting and aiding refugees, the displaced, asylum-seekers, and other victims of conflict. It promotes issues of concern to the international humanitarian and resettlement communities. The Policy and Advocacy team carries out, coordinates, and provides guidance on a wide variety of domestic and international advocacy initiatives, including expert briefings, public outreach and education, and communication with the media. US-based advocates represent IRC with legislative and executive branches of the US government, the media, NGO partner agencies and coalitions, the United Nations, and international financial institutions such as the World Bank. Students applying for this internship will be considered for internships focusing on one or two of the following portfolios: International Programs advocacy (including focus on Middle East and Africa advocacy), Humanitarian Aid policy, and Legislative affairs. 
Responsibilities:
  • Produce a weekly tracker of upcoming meetings, events and hearings, and of press articles related to select conflicts/crises as well as humanitarian aid
  • Attend meetings, events and congressional hearings on behalf of staff, take detailed notes, and report back.
  • Conduct research on international humanitarian law, conflicts and crises, policy tools, and/or humanitarian aid effectiveness and provide written analysis to staff.
  • Prepare policy and advocacy materials for distribution during meetings and briefings.
  • Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
  • Interest in and knowledge of foreign policy, humanitarian aid and/or refugee issues.
  • Solid writing, editing, and research skills with focus on details.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Solid computer skills: must be able to work effectively and accurately with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, email, and internet applications.
  • Flexible work attitude: must be able to work productively in a team environment as well as under minimal supervision, taking the initiative to ask questions as needed.
  • Available to work at least three days per week during the fall semester.
Learning Outcomes:
  • Will gain experience in policy writing with an advocacy focus.
  • Will learn about complex system of factors affecting policy at international and national levels.
  • Will have an opportunity to observe and interact with different NGO partners and IRC staff involved in policy decisions.
  • Will network within the NGO community.
  • Will gain a deeper understanding of specific humanitarian crises and the NGO and governmental responses.
  • Will learn about process of coordinating advocacy across an international NGO.

Application instructions

Please note that this internship is unpaid, but includes a reimbursement for transportation and lunch. Please submit a cover letter, resume and 2-4 page writing sample, preferably on a topic relating to global refugee issues or humanitarian aid. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply send your materials to: Anastasia.Moran@rescue.org 

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

START Fall Internships - Deadline EXTENDED to July 8


The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2018 Internship Program! We were hoping that you may be able to assist us in reaching out to your interested students. In addition to the information provided below I have also attached a flyer for the Fall semester. Please feel free to disseminate the following information to students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities.

We are looking for interns with a wide array of skills and majors (including but not limited to: Criminology, Communications, Government, International Relations, Public Policy, History, GIS, Geography, Economics, English, Mathematics, Psychology, Languages and Statistics). Students from any institution may apply and we will consider current and recently graduated undergraduates and graduates as well. In addition to the experience gained during their internship, interns will also receive mentoring, training and are able to participate in a calendar of professional development activities. START is also willing to work with academic institutions to enable students to undertake our internships for credit. Our internships are unpaid and students must be able to undertake their work hours at START at the University of Maryland College Park, unless stated in the internship description.

Please visit our website for more information on all of our offered internships, and to access the application form: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships.

How to apply
Final application deadline Fall 2018: Sunday, July 8, 2018; 11:59pm

Applicants should visit http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for access to the application system and instructions.

For more information about the projects, requirements and for the application form visit: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships

Monday, July 2, 2018

Loss Prevention Opportunity at Target!

Please read email below.....this could be a great opportunity for someone.  It is a fantastic way to get experience in loss prevention and to prepare for future law enforcement positions.

Hi Wendy,

                     I am the Executive of Assets Protection for the Germantown Target and was given your information by my employee--one of your alumni. He informed me that you were his program director while he attended UMD at USG. I wanted to reach out to you to inform you of a entry level Asset Protection position opening up at my store here in Germantown. The position is for a Target Protection Specialist and is currently held by one of your old students. Your student has done a fantastic job in this position and I believe a lot of his success can be attributed to the knowledge he gained from graduating from your program. He has shown a great deal of interest to grow within the AP field and I have cultivated this interest and dedication to our department. He has recently been promoted so now I am looking to back-fill the position and start developing some new talent and get another career started within the AP field. If you have any students or recent graduates that you think would be interested in starting a career within the AP field please feel free to send them my way. My contact info is at the bottom of this email. 


                 All the best, Michael Norman. 

 
Michael J Norman
| Assets Protection Executive Team Leader- T1046 - Germantown, MD | ¤Target | W (301)-515-6882 ext.3209 C (224)-436-5470