FBI Employer Networking Session

FBI Employer Networking Session Monday, October 5 from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. (General session) University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) Seeking interns and wanting to talk to UMD students about the opportunities! Click here for more information.

CIA Directorate of Analysis Diversity Open House

CIA Directorate of Analysis Diversity Open House Friday, October 2 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Information sessions and mock analytic exercises; networking opportunities with CIA officers from all occupations; one-on-one consulting sessions, so bring your resume! Click here for more information.

Apply for the Maryland Internship Program!

Apply for the Maryland Internship Program! The Maryland Internship Program is designed for students looking to supplement their academic course work with real-world experience in Maryland politics. MIP places 20 to 30 highly-qualified UMD undergraduate students in internships throughout Maryland state government. These internships provide unique internship experiences for motivated and talented students to work within state government. In addition to exposing interns to the governmental process, the program provides Maryland government leaders with research and other professional staff assistance. CAPC has already received a number of internship placement requests from Maryland state and local agencies, but strongly encourages students to think about and research offices that closely match their personal interests. This helps to ensure the student and the office receive the best possible experience. To apply, click here and open "Spring 2016 MIP Application Due October 20th, 2015"

Rights and Justice Internship with Freedom House

Rights and Justice Internship with Freedom House Position Summary Freedom House is seeking an Intern to assist the Rule of Law and Human Rights (RIGHTS) program team with research, writing, representation at external meetings, program design and implementation, logistical support, project and financial tracking support, and information dissemination. This unpaid, 20 hour per week internship is based in Washington, DC and reports to the Program Officer for Rights & Justice Initiatives. Desired Qualifications § Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university; § Excellent writing skills; § Demonstrated interest in Freedom House’s mission; § Interest in rule of law, human rights, and democracy promotion; § Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; § Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills; § Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times; § Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with web applications; § Outstanding organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail; § Ability to maintain composure, flexibility, and a sense of humor under tight deadlines. Select Duties and Responsibilities § Research and write memos on specific human rights and rule of law thematic issues; § Monitor trends and developments in international human rights and rule of law; § Prepare materials and logistics to support RIGHTS events and meetings; § Attend RIGHTS meetings, as well as other external meetings; § Some administrative duties. Apply here.

Academic Audits - Students with 75-89 credits

Academic Audits - Students with 75-89 credits Don't miss the chance between September 22-October 9 to complete your audit online. This allows you to complete your audit without having to meet with advisors in person. To complete your audit online, please go to: www.onlineaudit.bsos.umd.edu and follow the instructions. If you do not complete your audit online you will need to schedule an appointment with CCJS Advising and BSOS to do the process in person! If you complete your audit in person and not online-  * First, meet with your departmental advisor to review major requirements.  * Then, make an appointment to meet with a BSOS advisor to review CORE/GenEd and university requirements. You can set up an appointment online at http://www.bsos.umd.edu/students/undergraduate-advisingor call BSOS at 301-405-1697.

Important Career Events in College Park in the next two weeks!

Below are some events that may be of interest.  Please take a moment and review the events listed below.

1.      Law, Legal & Advocacy: Networking Night – Wed, Sept 30 *CCJS Dept Event*

2.      Application Deadline for CCJS Study Abroad Winter-Term Thailand Trip – Thurs, Oct 1

3.      Peace Corps Information Session – Today

4.      Mock Interview Clinic – Tues, Sept 29

5.      US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Employer-in-Residence Office Hours – Tues, Sept 29

6.      Federal Government Job Search Techniques Workshop led by OPM – Tues, Sept 29

7.      Terportunity Carnival – Wed, Sept 30

8.      Study Abroad Application Deadline for Maryland-in, Exchanges and Maryland Short-term  - Thurs, Oct 1

9.      Be Employable: Ask a BSOS Intern – Thurs, Oct 1

10.  Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Employer Networking Sessions – Mon, Oct 5

11.  Bound for Graduate School? Strategies to Gain Admission to Highly Competitive Graduate Programs! – Mon, Oct 5

1. Law, Legal & Advocacy: Networking Night

Wednesday, September 30 6:00PM – 8:00PM, Atrium- Stamp Student Union

The Law, Legal & Advocacy: Networking Night connects students with UMD alumni and employers working in a variety of criminal justice related career fields throughout the DC Metro area.

·         Expand your professional network with alumni and employers working in the fields of law enforcement, legal and advocacy 

·         Make connections in your field of interest

·         Learn how to network and job search effectively in Washington D.C.

·         Market your skill sets and gather information on opportunities that await you

Professionals will be available to chat individually with students. Remember, over 60% of job seekers cite networking as the most successful strategy when gathering career path information as well as to identify job leads, so don’t miss this amazing event.

2. Application Deadline for CCJS Study Abroad Winter-Term Thailand Trip

Thursday, Oct 1 (All Day)

Human trafficking, while not widely understood, ranks among the most severe and lucrative of criminal enterprises around the world. During this course, you will be exposed to the consequences of and reactions to human trafficking in an international context, specifically in Thailand.

3. Peace Corps Information Session: Employer Networking Sessions

Monday, September 28 4:00PM – 5:00PM

Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and have the experience of a lifetime. Join us at this information session to learn about volunteer experiences, have your questions answered, and gain tips to guide you through the application process.

4. Mock Interview Clinic

Tuesday, September 29 10:00AM – 3:00PM

Need help preparing for an interview? Would you like to gain valuable interviewing tips from employers BEFORE the interview? Need someone to practice your responses with? Come and meet with employers from a variety of sectors and practice your interviewing techniques with them in order to prepare for the real thing!

5. US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Employer-in-Residence Office Hours

Tuesday, September 29 11:00AM – 3:00PM

Sign up for an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the Senior HR Specialist from OPM to have your questions answered about federal resumes.

6. Federal Government Job Search Techniques Workshop led by OPM

Tuesday, September 29 4:00PM – 5:00PM

Join us for an interactive workshop on how best to navigate the federal search process for internships and full-time roles. Senior HR Specialist, Nnenna Uzochukwu, from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will equip students with information on how to effectively search and apply using USAJOBS.

7. Terportunity Carnival

Wednesday, September 30 11:00AM – 3:00PM

We know that as students, it can be frustrating to know where to begin when it comes to looking for ways to get involved on campus. But with the Terportunity Carnival, you’ll have fun discovering experiential learning and employment opportunities on-campus. Come and find out more about opportunities such as study abroad, service learning, research, internships, and more! By participating in these opportunities, you'll gain invaluable skills that can translate into your future career. There will be snacks, games, and chances to win prizes, so come on out and have fun!

8. Study Abroad Application Deadline for Maryland-in, Exchanges and Maryland Short-term

Thursday, October 1 (All Day)

Make sure you get your applications for Maryland-in, Maryland Short-term, and Exchange programs finished by midnight tonight for winter, spring, and spring break 2016!

9. Be Employable: Ask a BSOS Intern

Thursday, October 1, 2015 4:00PM – 5:00PM

Are you too shy to address a question to a panelist when all eyes are on you?  Would you like the opportunity to talk one-on-one with a BSOS student who has internship experience, or speed network and talk to each presenter?  Attend this workshop and get your internship questions answered!

University Career Center & The President’s Promise staff will introduce you to the many resources available to you as a Maryland student. The BSOS Program Director for Experiential Learning will answer your questions about where other BSOS students have interned in the past and what internships align with your interests. Student Presenters will share their successful internships in a broad array of organizations across the public, non-profit, and private sectors.

10. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Employer Networking Sessions

Monday, October 5 5:00PM – 6:00PM

As an intelligence-driven and threat-focused national security organization with both intelligence and law enforcement responsibilities, the mission of the FBI is to protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners.

11. Bound for Graduate School? Strategies to Gain Admission to Highly Competitive Graduate Programs!

Monday, October 5 6:00PM – 7:00PM

All class levels (freshmen- alumni) are welcome to attend and gain tips on how to excel through the graduate school application process in a variety of fields (i.e. PhD, Master’s, MBA, Law, MD, PharmD, PsyD, MFA, Postdoc). As well as learn about scholarship and fellowship options.

Apply by Thursday to Study Human Trafficking in Thailand Winter 2016!

Apply by Thursday to Study Human Trafficking in Thailand Winter 2016! Human trafficking, while not widely understood, ranks among the most severe and lucrative of criminal enterprises around the world. During this course, you will be exposed to the consequences of and reactions to human trafficking in an international context, specifically in Thailand. You will spend your time in the Northern region of the country, visiting both Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. Highlights of the two-week trip will include cultural excursions, speaking engagements with knowledgeable people on the state of human trafficking in Thailand, and volunteer work at the Development and Education Programme for Daughters and Communities Centre, an NGO that works primarily to prevent and to protect children and youth from being trafficked into exploitative labour conditions. Through these activities, you will gain exposure to and an understanding of human trafficking in a way that is not possible in the United States. If you are interested in the topics of criminal justice, comparative justice, human rights, child exploitation, and victim advocacy, you will likely find this experience enlightening. Additionally, those interested in law enforcement, other first responder capacities, or with at-risk populations, will especially benefit from this experience - as a major challenge in the United States is recognizing the signs of trafficking and identifying victims. This unique first-hand experience will provide you with cues to aid in the recognition of these types of crimes. Students participating in this course will travel to Thailand after completing preliminary readings, online discussions, and a pre-departure orientation.  Once in Thailand opportunities will be available for cultural exploration; however the main focus of the trip will be to volunteer at the Development and Education Programme for Daughters and Communities Centre in the Greater Mekong Subregion (DEPDC/GMS).  This non-profit, non-governmental organization provides education, vocational and life skills trainings, and outreach and leadership development in the northern region of Thailand.  Through the volunteer work students will gain an understanding of what trafficking looks like in Thailand.  I expect this experience to be eye-opening, not only to see the committed work of the NGO but also the devastating consequences of various forms of trafficking in this country.   More information here. APPLY NOW—DEADLINE October 1, 2015!

Spring 2016 Internships with the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)

Spring 2016 Internships with the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) DESCRIPTION START offers unpaid internships year round on a variety of research projects and teams. During the course of their internship, participants are exposed to the most up-to-date theories, methods and information related to the study of terrorism. They are versed in the critical questions tackled by homeland security practitioners, policy makers and researchers, and are mentored in a professional environment geared toward student success. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of homeland security scholars and practitioners through real-world research experience. START’s internship program is open to undergraduate and graduate students (as well as some recent graduates) in any related discipline from any institution. Each internship lasts for one term. Participants work at least 10 hours/week during the fall and spring semesters and 20 hours/week during the summer. Our internships can be undertaken for academic credit, and this is highly encouraged. Interns participate in a program of enrichment and career development opportunities. All interns are required to work onsite with their research project staff. Because interns work directly with our researchers and staff on current research projects, the internship positions vary depending on our research portfolio. Spring 2016 Internship Program Notes and Application: Priority Application Deadline: October 30, 2015 (Please note that for some projects, this is the FINAL deadline. See project descriptions for more details.) Final Application Deadline: November 13, 2015 Mandatory Intern Orientation: January 21-22, 2016 Final Day of Program: May 6, 2016 Questions? Contact internships@start.umd.edu.

Learn About a Dozen Internship Opportunities Thursday in Hornbake! (College Park)

Learn About a Dozen Internship Opportunities Thursday in Hornbake! Be Employable: Ask a BSOS Intern  Thursday, October 01, 2015 • 3:50 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing) Event Details: • Are you too shy to address a question to a panelist when all eyes are on you? • Would you like the opportunity to talk one-on-one with a BSOS student who has internship experience that interests you, or speed network and talk to each presenter? Attend this workshop and GET YOUR INTERNSHIP QUESTIONS ANSWERED!  University Career Center & The President’s Promise staff will introduce you to the many resources available to you as a Maryland student. The BSOS Internship Coordinator will answer your questions about where other BSOS students have interned in the past and what internships align with your interests. Other BSOS majors will share their successful internships in a broad array of organizations across the public, non-profit, and private sectors. INTERNSHIPS COVERED WILL INCLUDE: · Andalman & Flynn (Maryland law firm) · Cornerstone Montgomery · The Department of Justice · The Department of the Treasury, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network · The Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society · Montgomery County Police Department · The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism – GIS · Office of Community Engagement (University of Maryland) · Office of Maryland Senator DeGrange · Office of US Senator Mikulski · The Republican National Committee · The Washington Capitals RSVP To learn more about this event contact Kathryn Hopps

Gangs Panel--TOMORROW (9/29)!

Please plan to attend this special panel discussion on September 29 at 4pm.  Our very own Shawn Eastman will be moderating!

CCJS Events at Shady Grove

CCJS Events at Shady Grove Mark your calendar for this list of fantastic events coming up this semester, right here at USG!

START 2016 Internship Opportunities

START 2016 Internship Opportunities Want more info? www.start.umd.edu/careers

Its getting cold--order your long sleeve Detective Terp TShirt TODAY

Next Week! Law, Legal and Advocacy Networking Night (in College Park)

Next Week! Law, Legal and Advocacy Networking Night Haven't gotten a chance to RSVP? Do so here: http://go.umd.edu/NetworkSept30

Upcoming Events at the UMD Career Center

        View all upcoming events at www.Careers.umd.edu/Events

Review Job and Internships for BSOS students! 

Employer/Networking Events

Law, Legal & Advocacy: Networking Night 
Wednesday, September 30, 2015 • 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Location: Atrium, Stamp Student Union

The Law, Legal & Advocacy: Networking Night connects students with UMD alumni and employers working in a variety of career fields throughout the DC Metro area.

• Expand your professional network with alumni and employers working in the fields of law enforcement, legal and advocacy  
• Learn how to network and job search effectively in Washington D.C.
• Market your skill sets and gather information on opportunities that await you

Professionals will be available to chat individually with students. Remember, over 60% of job seekers cite networking as the most successful strategy when gathering career path information as well as to identify job leads, so don’t miss this amazing event. Business casual attire recommended. Light refreshments.

***All class standings and majors are welcomed. Freshmen, Sophomore, and Junior level students are especially encouraged to attend.***

Review these tips to make the most of the event! 

Morgan Stanley Information Session: Employer Networking Sessions (all majors welcome; seeking undergraduate seniors)
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 • 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Location: Van Munching Hall, Room 1412 | 7699 Mowatt Ln | College Park, MD

At Morgan Stanley, you don’t have to wait to make a difference. Come learn how we prepare you for a successful career in financial services and how we put your skills to work so you can matter faster.

If you’re a collaborator and a problem solver, we invite you to meet members of Morgan Stanley's Baltimore team who will be there to talk with you and share what it is really like to work here. 

To register for the event, please click here. For a list of current opportunities, please visit www.morganstanley.com/careers Questions? Contact opscolrec@morganstanley.com

Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

Federal Government Job and Internship Series

Federal Government Job Search Techniques Workshop led by OPM 
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor

Join us for an interactive workshop on how best to navigate the federal search process for internships and full-time roles. Senior HR Specialist, Nnenna Uzochukwu, from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will equip students with information on how to effectively search and apply using USAJOBS. Bring your laptop or iPad to participate and get started on your profile/applications during the workshop! A limited number of desktop computers will be available. 

Agenda:

4:00-4:45 p.m. Must See introduction to USAJOBS

4:45-5:30 p.m. Create Your Own USAJOBS profile and interact with the website 

Please click here to RSVP for this once a semester opportunity!

CIA Directorate of Analysis Diversity Open House  
Friday, October 02, 2015 • 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: RSVP to receive info (off campus)
JOIN CIA ANALYSTS FOR A DIVERSITY HIRING EVENT! •Information sessions and mock analytic exercises •Networking opportunities with CIA officers from all occupations &b...

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI):
Monday, October 05, 2015 • 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

As an intelligence-driven and threat-focused national security organization with both intelligence and law enforcement responsibilities, the mission of the FBI is to protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners.

Position Titles Hiring For: Special Agent, Intelligence Analyst, Professional Staff, Computer Scientist

Position Types: Entry Level (New Graduates), Summer Internship, Experienced Hire (Alumni)

The FBI Gets Creative: Artistic and Public Affairs Opportunities in Government 
Wednesday, October 07, 2015 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Did you know the FBI hires video producers? Or writers? How about public affairs professionals and graphic designers? This information session will cover the wide range of creative opportunities available in the FBI’s Office of Public Affairs. We greatly value skills that may surprise you but they are relied upon by the highest levels of the Bureau.

Careers in Intelligence/Terrorism 
Wednesday, October 07, 2015 • 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Interested in a career in intelligence or counterterrorism? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from and network directly with professionals in the field. The first hour is a panel discussion followed by an hour of informal socializing and networking. Professional dress is suggested.

Participating Organizations Include:

·         Supervisory Intelligence Analyst, High Value Detainee Interrogation Group, FBI

·         Director, Office of Counterterrorism Finance and Designations, Bureau of Counterterrorism, U.S. Department of State

·         Senior Advisor on Countering Violent Extremism, Department of Homeland Security

·         Directorate of Operations, CIA

·         Intern, National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) 

An Afternoon with NIH 
Thursday, October 08, 2015 • 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Are you interested in working for the federal government? Come hear from a panel of current NIH employees working in public health departments at the NIH. Panelists will share advice from their career paths, as well as pointers for creating your federal resume. NIH representatives will share information about upcoming internship opportunities for spring and summer 2016. Students from all majors are welcome to attend. RSVP here. 

Government Employer Meet Up: Employer Networking Sessions 
Friday, October 09, 2015 • 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)

Interested in a career in the government? Come to a relaxed, informal opportunity to meet and greet with 6-10 government agencies interested in hiring University of Maryland students. Each company will give a 3-5 minute overview and then be seated at tables to have conversations with students over light refreshments for the remainder of event. Check back for a full list of agencies attending!

 Click here to RSVP.

Additional Events

Bound for Graduate School?

Strategies to Gain Admission to Highly Competitive Graduate Programs! 
Monday, October 05, 2015 • 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Location: Prince George's Room - Stamp Student Union

All class levels (freshmen- alumni) are welcome to attend and gain tips on how to excel through the graduate school application process in a variety of fields (i.e. PhD, Master’s, MBA, Law, MD, PharmD, PsyD, MFA, Postdoc). As well as learn about scholarship and fellowship options. Our guest speaker, Donald Asher, is amazing presenter and expert in the area of applying to graduate programs.  He is the author of the bestselling book, Graduate Admission Essays. Mr. Asher is one of the nation’s foremost authorities on the graduate admissions process. He is the author of twelve books, a contributing writer to the Wall Street Journal’s Career Journal (in addition to many other publications), and leads over 150 lectures a year. Donald Asher’s career biography.

If you are considering graduate school, this event will be well worth your time. Mr. Asher will take questions from the audience after the event!    

 Please click here to RSVP for this program.

Thank you to our event sponsors!

Land Your Dream Job - talk & book signing w/Aliza Licht '96 Alumna 
Wednesday, October 07, 2015 • 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Location: Chem1402

Come meet Aliza Licht '96 Alumna and author of this summer's bestselling book, Leave Your Mark. 

Aliza graduated from UMD with a B.S. in Biology and dreams of becoming a plastic surgeon. After she realized that she couldn't spend a life in scrubs, she decided to pursue her childhood love of fashion and started in the magazine industry....making the jump to fashion public relations in 1998 when she joined Donna Karan International. Most recently the senior V.P. of global communications, in 2009, Licht took on social media on top of her traditional PR responsibilities and created “DKNY PR GIRL” (@dkny on twitter), the company's award-winning social media personality for whom she was the singular strategist and voice of. The person behind DKNY PR GIRL’s true identity was kept anonymous for two years until October 2011 when Licht revealed herself in a "behind the scenes of fashion week" video on YouTube. Her story was chronicled by The New York Times in "PR Girl Revealed As PR Executive." Licht has been widely credited as a social media pioneer in the fashion industry, building an organic community of over half a million followers from 2009-2015.

·         5PM: a talk and Q&A (CHEM1402)

·         6PM: Book Signing (CHEM Atrium) & Free Reception

·         RSVP:  go.umd.edu/aliza

Big Data & Social Media Panel Discussion 
Wednesday, October 07, 2015 • 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Location: Colony Ballroom - Adele H. Stamp Student Union

Event Details:

Please mark your calendars for the second annual Big Data and Social Media panel discussion and networking event at the University of Maryland. The event will be held on Wednesday, October 7, 2015, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Colony Ballroom in the Stamp Student Union. It is sponsored by University of Maryland Communication Department, the Undergraduate Communication Association (UCA), and the Communication Alumni Advisory Board. Light refreshments will be provided. Panelists will address what big data is, how professionals use social media to gather, interpret, and communicate big data, how social media analytics work, and the future outlook for social media in the communication professions.  UMD COMM Alumni Ryan Swann and Jennifer Sherman will moderate the event.  Mr. Swann is Director of Data Analytics in the GSA’s Office of Government-Wide Policy and Ms. Sherman is an Assistant Account Executive at Environics Communications.