Top 5 Ways to Find a Job or Internship

 

Top 5 Ways to Find a Job or Internship Wednesday, February 9, 12 pm Zoom Looking for a full-time job or a way to gain experience over the summer? This workshop will show you the best ways to find that next great opportunity.

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University of Maryland, Baltimore - MSW Information Session

 

University of Maryland, Baltimore - MSW Information Session Tuesday, February 1, 1:00-2:15 PM Zoom Interested in pursuing a Master of Social Work? The University of Maryland School of Social Work is holding information sessions! Join us to learn about the MSW program at USG.

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USG Library Workshop: Writing & Citing with APA

 

Library Workshop: Writing & Citing with APA Tuesday, Feb 1, 12:00 - 1:00 PM Zoom Learn how the online software Academic Writer can help with organizing your sources, writing a group paper and checking your citations in APA style.

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CCJS@USG: FEBRUARY IS BSOS TERRAPIN STRONG MONTH!

 

What is TerrapinSTRONG? TerrapinSTRONG is an initiative created by President Pines to build a sense of belonging and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) on the campus at large. As BSOS community members, we want to do our part in supporting the university’s DEI efforts. What would we like YOU to do? Using the links below, ALL BSOS community members should view the University’s video on TerrapinSTRONG. It will only take you a few minutes and you will learn so much!  Complete the TerrapinSTRONG course by watching all four modules, and participate in the reflective activity at the end. Deadline: February 28 Stay engaged with the TerrapinSTRONG initiative by participating in future activities.

Everyone who completes the TerrapinSTRONG course will receive a free scoop of ice cream from the University of Maryland, Dairy!

How to complete the TerrapinSTRONG Course?

Undergraduate Students: Click here to access the TerrapinSTRONG course. Graduate Students: Click here to access the TerrapinSTRONG course. The course takes about 45 minutes to complete!

For questions regarding BSOS TerrapinSTRONG month, please contact Brittney Robinson at brobins7@umd.edu, or Giselle Denbow at gdenbow@umd.edu

Click here to learn more about TerrapinSTRONG

New Law School Resource Page!

 Check it out!

• Law School Prep Resources for BSOS Majors, including internship and job search tips

Spring 2022 Updates: Feller Center's Career Planning Events/Resources

 Upcoming Career Events!

• Psychology Career Exploration Night at UMD

• BSOS Career Chats: NCIS

• Careers in Criminal Justice Reform Panel

• UMD Spring Career & Internship Fair (2 in-person days & 1 virtual day)

• Intern For A Day, In-person and remote options will be available 

• Careers in Nonprofits & Service

• Economics Employer Pop-Up Shop

• More Than Just Law Enforcement: Diversity in the Workplace

• BSOS Career Skills Sessions: Small group, practical sessions on developing a resume, articulating transferable skills, using LinkedIn, career exploration through self assessment: FOCUS2. 

USG Welcome Back Spring 2022

 

Welcome Back Spring 2022 January 31-February 16 All Events Via Zoom Check out the Student Org Leaders Extravaganza, Campus Resource Information Fair, Cultivating Self Leadership workshop, and Student Involvement Fair! See the flyer for more info and registration links.

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship Summer Program

 

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship Summer Program The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is Hosting a Free Summer Program for Black Men in their Sophomore Year!  The Institute for Responsible Citizenship selects fifteen outstanding young male scholars from all over the United States to spend two consecutive summers in its Washington, DC program. They have a wide variety of interests and represent small liberal arts colleges, large universities, Ivy League institutions, and historically Black colleges and universities. The Institute's primary goal is to inspire and equip the nation's best and brightest African American men to use their extraordinary talents to serve others. They believe: Men With The Greatest Potential Should Be Challenged To Pursue The Highest Achievement.  Men Who Work Hard To Achieve Academic Success Should Be Recognized And Rewarded.  Men Who Strive To Make A Difference Can Have A Greater Impact By Working Together.  Men Who Are Destined For Leadership Should Understand Fundamental Economic And Constitutional Principles.  Men Of Character Should Be Encouraged To Pursue Success As A Platform For Service To Their Communities, Our Nation, And The World. The Washington Program includes:  High-Level Internships In Their Fields Of Interest  Seminar On Economic And Constitutional Principles  Residency As A Cohort In A University Residence Hall  Comprehensive Leadership And Professional Development Workshops  Private Briefings With Some Of The Nation’s Most Prominent Public And Private Sector Leaders Interested candidates must meet the following guidelines:  College Sophomores  Strong Academic Performance Campus Involvement Two Summer Commitment The deadline to apply is February 15th, 2022.  APPLY TODAY

On-Campus (College Park) Research Opportunities for BSOS Students this Spring!

 On-Campus Research Opportunities for BSOS Students this Spring!

The Maryland Student Researchers (MSR) program is a database of on-campus research opportunities for undergraduates. It is designed to help undergraduates find research opportunities and to help faculty members find research assistants.

Check out the list of research opportunities** we've highlighted specifically for BSOS students on this Google Sheet. The departments include: 

• African American Studies
• Anthropology 
• Geographical Sciences
• Economics
• Government & Politics
• Hearing and Speech Sciences
• Neuroscience
• Psychology

Not sure how to get started?

Take time to review the guidance provided by the Feller Center and the Maryland Center for Undergraduate Research as you begin searching for MSR opportunities, and before you contact faculty to apply for a posted opportunity. 

Ready to apply?

Reach out to the researcher using the contact email listed on the project you wish to join. Introduce yourself (briefly), explain why you want to join that particular project, and attach copies of a resume and unofficial transcript to the e-mail.

AVAILABLE OPPORTUNITIES

**Please note that this may not be an exhaustive list of BSOS research opportunities available at the University of Maryland. Almost all professors engage in research, and individual departments' websites will provide a more comprehensive list.

Student Volunteer Intern- Office of International Affairs (Summer 2022)

 Student Volunteer Intern- Office of International Affairs (Summer 2022)

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) Summer 2022 Internship 

Application Deadline: 2/11
 
Duties:

• Cyber (UG): Assists foreign authorities to secure electronic evidence from U.S.-based electronic service providers in support of criminal investigations and prosecutions.

• Incoming Mutual Legal Assistance (UG, G, and LS): Assists foreign authorities to secure non-electronic evidence (records, interviews, testimony, etc.) in support of criminal investigations and prosecutions.

• Litigation & Legal Policy (LS): Oversees the litigation of all international extradition matters in U.S. courts, including analyzing extradition requests prior to referral to a U.S. Attorney's Office, participating in extradition matters in active litigation, and developing a nationwide strategy for extradition litigation.

• International Prisoner Transfer (UG, G, and LS): Administers the program that allows convicted foreign nationals sentenced in the U.S. and Americans sentenced abroad to transfer to their home country to serve their sentence provided statutory and treaty requirements are satisfied.

• Regional Teams (UG, G and LS): Assists U.S. prosecutors in securing the return of fugitives from the regions below to face justice in the U.S., and coordinates with foreign authorities to share evidence with U.S. prosecutors for use in criminal investigations and prosecutions. Also assists foreign authorities in securing the extradition of fugitives from the U.S. 

Qualifications:
To be considered eligible for a volunteer internship applicants must be actively enrolled while participating in the internship. Junior and Senior undergraduate students, graduate students and first- year (second semester) only, second- and third-year law students are encouraged to apply. Undergraduate and graduate students with a strong writing background and an interest in international matters and criminal law may be particularly interested in these positions. Knowledge of a foreign language is desirable but not essential.
Additional information
Academic or work-study credit possible.

How to Apply:

Email OIAIntern@usdoj.gov with the following information:

• Subject line: Semester of internship; Education level; Preferred OIA Team (Example: Summer 2022; UG; Cyber)
• Attachments: Resume (GPA and/or class rank), Transcript(s), writing sample (5 pages or less), two references (contact info for each), and cover letter (optional)

Due to the high volume of applications received, our office may not respond individually to each applicant regarding application status or notification of non-selection. Please direct all non-status internship inquiries to the email address above rather than by phone.

Investigative Assistant Internship, Arlington County Police Department

 Investigative Assistant Internship, Arlington County Police Department

Investigative Assistant Internship, Arlington County Police Department

The investigative assistant internship allows the interns to work their own cases (larceny, harassment, assault and battery, threats, etc.) while deciding what course of action is needed and performing a follow-up investigation of that case.  The interns will contact witnesses and victims via phone, and interview them appropriately.  They may need to contact businesses or other establishments, and ask for surveillance videos, or customer entry logs, etc.  The interns are expected to have excellent note taking skills, and are required to document every action taken during this investigative process.  Once all leads have been exhausted, the intern will type up a formal supplement report, and present any evidence and their original case notes to the assigned detective.  The assigned detective will then decide if there is enough information/evidence to proceed criminally.  This will be the primary function of the intern during their time with us. 

Additionally, the intern will have the ability to go on numerous “field trips” throughout the semester, including Baltimore’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the gun range, K9 and SWAT training, a jail tour, ridealongs, and the driving track.

Once an intern has proven him/herself as reliable, and has earned the trust and respect of the detectives, they will be asked to perform other tasks as well.  These tasks include listening to jail calls and visits as well as assisting on other violent crimes cases. Furthermore, the intern may have the opportunity to accompany detectives to an actual crime scene.

The deadline for the Fall Term is July 1, Spring Term is October 1, and Summer Term is March 1.   

There is a 20-hour per week minimum requirement.  During the intern’s first few weeks of training, they work under the supervision of the intern coordinator.  After the intern coordinator is comfortable that the intern can work independently, he/she may set their own schedule.  The detectives work between 6 am and 11 pm, however interns are not required to work those hours.  Interns are not permitted to work on weekends. 

We take on between 3 - 8 students per semester and give preference to graduate students in criminal justice, law, or forensic related fields.  We do consider undergraduate seniors in criminal justice programs on a case by case basis.  We do not consider applicants who have already graduated.

This internship exposes the interns to sensitive information so the application process requires numerous steps.  First, applicants submit their applications, essays, resumes, school IDs, and transcripts.  All applications are reviewed at one time after the deadline.  If selected, an interview is scheduled.  Once all interviews are complete, a decision is made as to which applicants will proceed to the background stage of the process.  If selected, a background packet is sent to the applicant.  The applicant then fills out the background packet, and returns it to our department.  A background investigation is then conducted, and if the applicant passes, a polygraph is scheduled.  If the applicant passes the polygraph exam, they may then be offered a position within our internship program.   

 

Contact: Intern Coordinator | 703-228-4337 | POLInterns@arlingtonva.us

Litigation Project Assistant- Entry-Level, Full Time Position with WilmerHale

 Litigation Project Assistant- Entry-Level, Full Time Position with WilmerHale

Litigation Project Assistant, WilmerHale

Job Description

WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 13 offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice.

The Litigation/Securities/Regulatory Project Assistant position is an entry-level training position for individuals who anticipate going to law or graduate school and/or pursuing a career as a Paralegal. Working efficiently and collaboratively with, and under the supervision of, attorneys, paralegals and other support professionals, the Project Assistant assists with all phases of litigation, securities, regulatory, and government and internal investigations matters.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Assists with case management/organization activities in accordance with firm policies and Information Governance and Records guidelines/Best Practices; using available document management systems and supporting technology, maintains tracking/organizational systems for intake/management of all matter-related electronic and hard-copy materials, including those for document collections, productions/redactions/privilege designations, key correspondence and documents, fact/background materials, and court/agency docket items; at matter conclusion, assists with ensuring accurate and swift disposition of case materials and clearance of case/project rooms.
• Assists with fact and expert discovery/eDiscovery, including document collection and production activities (tracking, redacting, bates-labeling, updating logs); preparing for fact and expert depositions/witness interviews (preparing witness/reference binders, assembling/tracking documents and/or exhibits, tracking/processing electronic and hard copy transcripts/interview memoranda); assists with legal filings, including assembling exhibits/appendices and preparing materials for oral arguments.
• Uses discovery technology, including searching and utilizing eDiscovery platforms housing discovery documents and those used for preparing chronologies and managing testimony; adheres to WHDS/Litigation Support Best Practices.
• Assists with and attends trials/hearings, matters in alternative dispute resolution forums, and those before governmental entities, including assembling/tracking exhibits, exhibit lists, deposition designations, reference and witness lists/materials, and key documents; tracks admitted exhibits and ensures delivery of draft/final transcripts.
• Attends and participates in professional development programs, including firm, department, and paralegal meetings and training; demonstrates an awareness of department function and position/purpose within the firm and applies knowledge appropriately to role and daily responsibilities.
• Demonstrates effective client service by making both internal and external clients and their needs a primary focus of his/her actions; develops and sustains productive client relationships; builds collaborative relationships and takes action to meet needs and concerns; displays professionalism, quality service, and a "can do" attitude to both internal members/departments of the Firm and external clients and vendors.
• Meets the Firm’s billable hours expectations and adheres to best practices for daily time entry for client work, and eTime for attendance and time off requests.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills

• Ability to work effectively, both independently and collaboratively, as part of a team and show commitment to the team, the client, and the Firm by participating willingly and reliably, sharing ideas, expertise, and information, and working with colleagues in a manner that inspires cooperation, builds trust and respect, and maximizes efficiency and team success.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing and ensure communications are timely and appropriate; to listen and accurately interpret others' expectations, ideas, and concerns; to raise questions professionally and purposefully; to seek and be open to constructive feedback.
• Ability to clearly organize, plan, and prepare for both short and long-term projects.
• Ability to effectively manage deadlines and follow-through on assignments.
• Ability to approach each task/assignment/project in a solution-oriented manner.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong technology skills, including high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Ability to work overtime and travel as needed.

Required Experience

• BA/BS preferred.

WilmerHale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, age, disability or veteran status, or other protected status.

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

APPLICATIONS OPEN! 2022 BSOS Summer Research Initiative

 

APPLICATIONS OPEN! 2022 BSOS Summer Research Initiative The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is accepting applications for the Summer Research Initiative (BSOS SRI)! If you're looking for a paid summer program that will give you research experience in the behavioral and social sciences, then we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity. The BSOS Summer Research Initiative is part of the UMD’s College of Behavioral and Social Science’s long-standing commitment to increasing the number of underrepresented minorities who pursue graduate degrees in the social and behavioral sciences. The program provides rising juniors and seniors with an 8-week intensive experience to develop research skills, learn about doctoral training, and increase graduate training readiness.  The SRI provides: A $3,000 stipend (before taxes) Travel to/from College Park, Maryland University housing and meals Program activities Program Dates The 2022 BSOS SRI runs from June 6, 2022 - July 29, 2022. Participants are required to arrive Saturday, June 4th for the weekend orientation. Key Expectations and Qualifications Be citizens or permanent residents of the United States; Be enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year higher education institution, with preference given to those will have obtained junior or senior status by the fall 2022; Demonstrate an interest in pursuing graduate study in one of the behavioral or social sciences, with preference given to those interested in doctoral studies; Will have taken a basic statistics or research methodology course; and Possess an excellent academic record, including a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA Learn More and Apply! For questions or more information about the SRI, please contact SRI Coordinator, Brittney Robinson, at brobins7@umd.edu.

 

Shearman & Sterling Entry-Level Legal Assistant 

• 2022 Entry Level Legal Assistant

  
  

  Location(s)

  New York-599, San Francisco, Washington, DC

  
  

  Job Description

  Legal assistants are essential to the overall quality of services the firm provides its clients. Like the attorneys, legal assistants are assigned to specific practice groups so that they can develop expertise in an area and closer working relationships with their colleagues. Legal assistants, under the supervision of an attorney, are encouraged to assume significant responsibilities while they work on specific matters. Legal assistants in the corporate groups, among other things, assist attorneys in preparing various types of documents including corporate by-laws and minutes, regulatory agency filings, finance documents and memoranda; coordinating client meetings; performing factual research using the library and/or electronic resources; and filing documents with various regulatory agencies. The litigation legal assistants work with attorneys in investigating the facts of a case by reviewing client files, both in the United States and abroad, or requests from government investigatory agencies. In addition, they digest and analyze transcripts of testimony and prepare exhibits and witnesses for depositions and trials.

  To be successful, candidates must have a B.A. or B.S. degree demonstrating a strong academic background, and must have proven leadership abilities through extracurricular activities or work experience. Candidates need to be detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills, as well as strong written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in a foreign language is a plus. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer visa sponsorship. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.shearman.com/careers. If you are hired, we will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.