USG Spring 2018 Scholarships — Priority Deadline is TOMORROW!

USG Spring 2018 Scholarship Application Now Available! 

Be sure to apply before the priority deadline of November 30th!  Looking for other scholarships?  Get Fastweb's free tools and resources to help you on your college path.

Law School Interviews on Campus (College Park)

Law School Interviews on Campus

The pre-law advising office has scheduled several law schools to interview students on campus in the Career Center. The schools are Maryland, Baltimore, Richmond, Virginia, William & Mary, George Washington, American, George Mason, Cardozo, and Fordham, respectively.

These interviews are for students who intend to matriculate in the fall of 2018.

To schedule an interview, students simply need to login to Careers4Terps, select "Center Events" and then "Student Programs," and, finally, type "law school" into the search field. The available law schools and interview times should appear.

Film Screening: The Invisible Patients — 11/30

Spring 2018 Urban Resources Initiative Internships in Baltimore

Spring 2018 Urban Resources Initiative Internships in Baltimore ***CHECK OUT THE GIS INTERNSHIP The Urban Resources Initiative Internship Program is a partnership of the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks, the Parks & People Foundation, and area universities and institutions. http://parksandpeople.org/programs/urban-resources-initiative/ FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, APPLY BEFORENovember 30     Semester internship:  180 hours; 10-12 weeks; 15-18 hours/week For information, contact Dr. Edward Orser, URI Program Manager:   info@parksandpeople.org To apply, please complete the application found in the link below: https://parksandpeoplefdn.wufoo.com/forms/m1dkj1un1tyuhb2/ Be advised that the application asks forthe following: 1)      Resume     2) Letter of interest    3) Faculty academic advisor contact info. PROJECTS WITH THE BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT  OF RECREATION AND PARKS  (See following pages for project descriptions) ·         Docs in the Parks ·         Researching Recreation Division Milestones ·         Outdoor Activity Program ·         Recreation Center Programs ·         Carrie Murray Nature Center ·         Park Events Programming   ·         Media Marketing Intern ·         Graphic Design for Park Promotional Materials ·         Emergency Locator GIS Mapping PROJECTS WITH THE PARKS AND PEOPLE FOUNDATION (See following pages for project descriptions) ·         Branches Environmental Educator Intern ·         Urban Ecology Curriculum Fellow (Baltimore Ecosystem Study) PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS:  BALTIMORE CITY DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS Docs in the Parks The project seeks an intern with an interest in public health, the environment/nature and social media to develop the capacity of the Docs in the Park Program. The intern will research and prepare fun and engaging challenges on an environmental/educational mobile app for elementary age students who visit Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park. The intern will also post weekly on the Greater Baltimore Children and Nature Facebook page and help plan two community events to present Docs in the Park to the public.  For information on Docs in the Parks, see http://bcrp.baltimorecity.gov/special-programs/docs/ Researching Recreation Division Milestones The Recreation Division seeks an intern to research and develop promotion plans for events to celebrate important anniversaries in its programs.  For example, in December, 2018, the Dominic “Mimi” DiPietro Ice Rink will be celebrating its 50th anniversary, and in May, 2019, the Baltimore Neighborhood Basketball League will be celebrating its 50thyear. These are significant milestones for serving the citizens of Baltimore.  The Division seeks an intern with demonstrated interest in recreational programs, as well as research and writing skills, to assist In documentation, planning and preparation for the anniversaries.   Outdoor Activity Program Continuation of an ongoing project to assist in the development and implementation of outdoor activity programs in Baltimore parks, with a special emphasis upon assessment of their health benefits. The intern will organize and provideleadership for such outdoor activities as biking, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, or camping.  Typical responsibilities include conducting surveys, compiling demographics, and disseminating information on the health benefits of outdoor activity. There also are opportunities for independent research and development for such additional outdoor recreation activities as equestrian use, rock climbing, mountain biking, natural surface trail development, or fishing.  Outdoor activity projects contribute to the Mayor’s Healthy Baltimore Initiative; the National Park Service Partnership to Find Your Parkland; and the Waterfront Partnership’s Swimmable/Fishable Harbor goals. Recreation Center Programs The Recreation Center Enrichment Program Intern will assist a Recreation Center Director with a wide variety of activities for the department’s Out of School Time Enrichment Program.   Required are experience with and ability to conduct recreational sports and activities, plus evidence of effective work with children and adolescents. The Fitness Instructor intern will be responsible for the program to promote the physical, emotional, and mental health of the Center’s participants.  Duties will include instruction, programming, and promotion.  Experience with fitness assessments, nutritional counseling, the use of fitness equipment, and fitness education is required. Carrie Murray Nature Center The Carrie Murray Nature Center, located in West Baltimore’s Leakin Park, seeks interns for two projects. The Environmental Education Intern will support the center’s naturalist in creating, facilitating, and instructing environmental educationprogramming to young people from the surrounding city communities.  The intern also will assist in such Nature Center duties as projects for park cleanup, trail maintenance, and garden upkeep. The Volunteer Program Development intern will conduct research to develop a strategy for the recruitment of Nature Center volunteers.  The project involves proposals for the promotion of volunteer service opportunities, recruitment of participants, and a process for tracking their service. Park Events Programming The intern will assist the staff in all aspects of event planning in Baltimore’s parks, especially programs that engage families and youth.  The internship may include development of proposals for special events (concerts, fitness runs, outdoor movies, or others); promotion and publicity; supervision of event arrangements; and evaluation of outcomes.  It also would involve identifying local businesses, organizations and friends groups surrounding the parks for sponsorship and promotion of events in their area of the city. Media Marketing Intern The Media Marketing Intern will assist with a variety of projects and efforts, including social media campaigns (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), email campaigns, website updates, design of printed promotional, such as print ads, flyers and brochures. The intern will be work with the Chief of Communications and the Public Information Officer. Work will involve a variety of Recreation and Parks programs. Graphic Design for Park  Promotional Materials                 The Graphic Design Intern will be integral in assisting with a variety of fast-moving design projects, including print, signage, web, e-mail, and social media. The Intern will learn to be responsive to art direction from Communications team members and react quickly to feedback. The Intern will collaborate with many BCRP staff members on projects from the conceptual stage to the final delivery, including the printing, production, and management process. Emergency Locator GIS Mapping The intern will work with the department’s GIS coordinator to create a detailed data set that will assist 311 (non-emergency) and 911 (emergency) dispatch with the location of callers within parks and along park trails. Tasks for the intern involve:  digitizing features from aerial photographs; collecting data in the field; confirming existing map data; and identifying nearest access point for emergency personnel.  The intern will make use of ArcGIS desktop software as well as ArcGIS online to set up sample webmaps of the data and participate in map design reviews and changes. Experience using ArcGIS and editing features is required. ESRI Collector will be used for field data collection. The intern will be required to work outdoors in a park setting and along wooded trails to collect data and mark locations. PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS:   PARKS AND PEOPLE FOUNDATION Branches Environmental Educator The intern will assist the two team leaders for the environmental education program of Branches, an after school program for high school students.  Branches focuses on exploring green careers, improving public parks, building green spaces, participating in outdoor sports/recreation, and conducting urban environmental and ecological research. Participants also gain essential life skills, including job-readiness.  The intern will assist staff with the facilitation of lessons and projects. Desired skills include experience working with high school age youth and delivering education-based programs. This internship is suitable for students with majors in Environmental Science or Studies, Urban Studies, Education or any of the social sciences. Urban Ecology Curriculum Fellow (Baltimore Ecosystem Study) BES urban ecology curricula are intended to provide students with direct, authentic experiences with their environment.  The intern will revise and update BES urban ecology curriculum and disseminate it in local school districts through social media, website updates, and/or newsletters.  Desired academic programs include Education, Environmental Studies, Biology, and/or related fields; also required are experience with science curricula; knowledge of the ecology of the Baltimore area, as well as excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.

USG Holiday Bazaar

Learn about digital forensics from a CCJS alum!

Hi all— Please see the message below from one of our own CCJS graduates, Brianna Morey. If you are interested, feel free to email her for more information.

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Hello, 
I am hosting a free informational Digital Forensics meetup here at USG in Building III conference room 5124 on Nov. 27th and 28th at 6pm. I will be talking about digital forensics and giving some demos. I will also talk about my experience at UMD and the University of Baltimore Forensic Science- High Technology Crime M.S at USG. If any anyone is interested in attending or has any questions, they can contact me at brianna.morey@ubalt.edu.

Thanksgiving Break begins on November 22nd

Thanksgiving Break begins on November 22nd

There are no classes on Wednesday, November 22nd. The offices at USG will be closed for the Thanksgiving Break on Wednesday, November 22, Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th. We will reopen at 9:00 am on Monday, November 27th.

We wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving. Safe travels and we look forward to seeing you back on campus for the final stretch of the Fall 2017 semester!

Human Trafficking – Research & Internship Opportunities

Geography Courses for Winter 2018

Geography Courses for Winter 2018

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Contact geog-advise@umd.edu with questions!

Administrative Specialist with the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Administrative Specialist with the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Apply through Careers4Terps ID #166707

This position is located in the Clerk’s Office (CO) of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. The incumbent is responsible for providing a wide variety of administrative, operational, and specialized assistance to help maintain the smooth and efficient operation of the department. The position reports directly to the Administrative Supervisor.

Responsibilities of the Administrative Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Perform reception duties by greeting visitors/clients in person. Answer and route incoming calls and assist the public in the use of computerized databases. Provide information to the public, bar, and the court. 
• Receive and review incoming documents to determine conformity with appropriate rules, practices, and/or court requirements. Route documents to proper offices and/or staff after acceptance.
• Sort, classify, and file case records. Maintain the integrity of the filing system by monitoring proper access to records and maintaining timely and accurate filing of documents. Retrieve files and make copies of records for court personnel, attorneys, and others. 
• Certify court documents and create and process new case files. Assign case numbers, open cases in the case management system, and docket initial case opening events. Maintain, update, and track paper and electronic files. Scan and upload paper filings into the electronic case management system (CM/ECF).
• Receive, screen, and process attorney admission materials. Perform CM/ECF account registration and maintenance for attorneys and public filers. Prepare case related documents such as forms, letters, notices, and other correspondence using the appropriate templates.
• Prepare, ship, and retrieve records from the Federal Records Center. Sort and process the mail and receive and stamp incoming documents. Process email received from electronic filers. 
• Inform customers of required fees, receive payments, and issue receipts. Secure funds in cash register, balance cash drawer, and process credit card payments for filed documents.
• Assist with the compilation of briefs according to the court calendar and prepare and deliver briefs to the appropriate chambers. Perform shelving and re-shelving duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Apply Today for BSOS College Scholarships!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers a variety of scholarships to current students! I encourage you to apply now for an award for the fall 2018 semester. Before submitting your application, make sure to review each scholarship's eligibility criteria. To explore all of our scholarships, and determine which best suit you, please visit this link.

Applications for the fall 2018 semester are due on February 12, 2018 by 9 a.m.  Click here to apply.

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

Job Opportunity: State's Attorney's Office, Discovery Compliance Unit

The Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office is looking for a student who may be interested in working with the Discovery Compliance Unit (District Court) at the State's Attorney's Office. It is for 20 hours per week and is paid. They asked for someone with basic computer skills and an interest in criminal justice or legal issues.

Resumes are to be sent to Kevin Pugh at Kevin.pugh@montgometycountymd.gov

Applications Open for C-BERC Fellows Program 2018

Applications Open for C-BERC Fellows Program 2018

Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply for fellowships in the Center for the Study of Business Ethics, Regulation & Crime (C-BERC). The fellowships include a $500 annual stipend. All students interested in corporate crime, compliance, financial regulation, forensic accounting, business ethics are encouraged to learn more and to apply.  Apply Today!  Applications are due by Friday, December 15, 2017.

To apply send the following materials to cberc@rhsmith.umd.edu:

• Resume with GPA
• Personal statement

Selections will be made by January 15, 2018

Criteria for selection will include:

• Academic accomplishments
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in Center goals and activities

About the Fellowship:
Fellows will support the activities and operation of C-BERC in numerous respects. Tasks may include reviewing applications by potential visiting scholars, identifying guest speakers for C-BERC events, assisting C-BERC faculty with grant applications, attending guest lectures, providing logistical support for guest lectures and conferences, and assisting with research projects as needed (e.g., coding data, conducting literature reviews, etc.) Fellows must be available spring and fall semesters.

Some examples of specific research projects available to C-BERC Fellows:

• Criminology: "Offending and Victimization in Corporate America: A blueprint for estimating the prevalence of known white-collar crime and cybercrime incidents in the U.S." Students will help to code open source data (newspapers) in which incidents of white-collar crime and cyber crime are described. Researchers can then link the incidents to company characteristics.
• Business Law: “Defending Unclean Hands in Damages Actions: A California Case Study.” Students will help conduct historical research on the California court system as well as other aspects of California law, including the right to trial by jury and the theory of fraudulent conveyance.

About C-BERC:
CBERC is a unique interdisciplinary effort by the Robert H. Smith School of business and its College of Behavioral and Social Sciences to address the legal and ethical challenges of operating businesses in modern society. C-BERC strives to integrate and extend research in the fields of business ethics, regulation, and criminology.

Computer Science Class for Non-Majors

Computer Science Class for Non-Majors Interested in computer science but not yet ready to declare a major or minor? Want to learn more about computer science concepts and coding? Consider enrolling in CMSC131 in Spring 2018!  The Computer Science Department will be reviewing requests from non-majors to take CMSC131 before the last day of classes (December 11). The deadline to request permission for all other CMSC courses as a non-major is January 24, 2018. You can submit a request for CMSC131 now via a Google Form: https://goo.gl/forms/PiKDuyxgi96qI63u2 If you have additional questions, please email ugrad@cs.umd.edu

USG Spring 2018 Scholarship Application Now Available!

USG Spring 2018 Scholarship Application Now Available! 

Be sure to apply before the priority deadline of November 30th!  Looking for other scholarships?  Get Fastweb's free tools and resources to help you on your college path.

Open Seats in CMSC131 @ Main Campus

CCJSers— Please see the note below regarding open seats in a computer science course at main campus. 

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Interested in computer science but not yet ready to declare a major or minor? Want to learn more about computer science concepts and coding? Consider enrolling in CMSC131 in Spring 2018!

The Department will be reviewing requests from non-majors to take CMSC131 before the last day of classes (December 11). The deadline to request permission for all other CMSC courses as a non-major is January 24, 2018. You can submit a request for CMSC131 now via a Google Form: https://goo.gl/forms/PiKDuyxgi96qI63u2

If you have additional questions, please email ugrad@cs.umd.edu

Internship with the National Research Center for Women & Families

Internship with the National Research Center for Women & Families

NCHR seeks a new college graduate or a graduate student for an internship starting asap. A commitment of at least 24 hours/week for at least 10 weeks is required. Although unpaid, the successful intern will be seriously considered for a paid internship or permanent position within 2-3 months.

The successful candidate will learn first-hand about the Washington policy scene and will also assist women who seek insurance coverage to have their breast implants removed if they are causing medical problems. Prior to Obamacare, insurance coverage for implant removal was usually unavailable as a “pre-existing condition” and policies are still not always responsive to these medical needs.

Our interns become part of our team by participating in weekly staff meetings and working on various projects such as:
- Helping to gather information, whether from the Internet, from newspaper and journal articles, or contacting researchers and other experts to ask questions.
- Writing or co-authoring fact sheets, web articles, and letters to Congress and the Executive branch.
- Attending briefings on Capitol Hill, policy panel meetings, and policy-oriented meetings with representatives from other non-profit think tanks and advocacy organizations.
- Researching and analyzing data, reviewing and critiquing research studies.
- Helping respond to individual questions from the public about health problems and prevention strategies

NCHR is a non-profit think tank that makes a difference in the lives of millions of adults and children. We work closely with the national and international media to get our message out to the public. We connect with policy makers and decision makers on a national level to change public policy. We work with independent researchers from around the country to bring fair, unbiased and non-corporate-funded information to the public about timely issues that matter to adults and children, such as obesity, the safety and affordability of medical products and treatments, sexual assault, and so much more.

To apply, please log in to Careers4Terps and search the internship ID #:166331

Full-Time Analyst Position

Full-Time Analyst Position IMPAQ is seeking full-time entry-level Analyst to join the Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Group within our Health Division. The Analyst will support projects focused on health care quality improvement and patient safety. The person hired will support national improvement and dissemination projects by performing activities that include: planning and facilitating improvement events, capturing and synthesizing project data, producing drafts of strategy and operations document sections, coordinating with project stakeholders and performing secondary research of published literature and web-based documents. The ideal candidate for this position will be well organized, very bright, have strong communication skills and be someone that wants to acquire a range of project management and research experiences before advancing to a higher-level position in consulting or health care or pursuing a graduate degree.  Responsibilities •Conduct qualitative and quantitative data cleaning and do rudimentary data analysis •Prepare presentation-quality charts and tables to include in project reports •Assist with writing and proof-reading project documents and Power Point presentations •Coordinate with project stakeholders via phone and email •Support the planning and execution of webinars and the production of web-based resources •Conduct reviews of published literature and web resources to support project needs •Provide logistical and coordination support for project activities Qualifications Education, Knowledge and Experience •Demonstrated interest in quality improvement and a desire to make U.S. healthcare better •Bachelor’s degree and undergraduate coursework in any major or majors that reflects academic rigor, the ability to think critically, write well and effectively manage multiple tasks concurrently •0-3 years of research or project support experience related to healthcare •Proven ability to perform secondary research and summarize research findings in well written documents •Knowledge of or familiarity with data analysis using Excel, SAS, STATA, SPSS or another comparable program Skills •Excellent oral and written and interpersonal communication skills •Strong organizational skills •Ability to work independently and in a team environment •Expertise in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required •Familiarity with SharePoint or other online file-sharing resources •The ability and confidence to learn new skills and acquire content knowledge quickly and independently To apply, interested alumni should log in to Careers4Terps and search the ID #: 166395

Advocacy Internship with Unchained at Last

Advocacy Internship with Unchained at Last Unchained At Last, the organization that started and now leads the growing national movement to end child marriage in America, seeks Advocacy Interns across five states to join the movement. Apply here. http://www.unchainedatlast.org/wanted-advocacy-interns/ Unchained will train and closely supervise the Advocacy Interns, giving them a rare opportunity to learn and practice: Communicating directly with legislators and their staffers; Testifying before legislative committees; Researching and submitting written testimony to legislative bodies; Identifying and networking with allies; Building grassroots support; Helping to plan political protests and similar events. REQUIREMENTS The Advocacy Internships are open to undergraduate and graduate students and recent graduates who: Are located in one of these states, where bills to end child marriage are pending or about to be introduced: Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey or Pennsylvania; Have excellent written and oral communication skills; Are ridiculously organized and detail oriented; Feel passionately about ending child marriage in America. DETAILS The Advocacy Interns can choose one or more of these internship periods: 10 hours per week during the spring semester (January 2018 to May 2018) 15 hours per week during the summer semester (June 2018 to August 2018) 10 hours per week during the fall semester (September 2018 to December 2018) The Advocacy Interns participate mostly via telecommute. Students near Unchained’s office in Westfield, New Jersey, are encouraged to spend some or all of their hours in the office. These are unpaid internships. Unchained will take all necessary steps to help the Advocacy Interns earn college credit. ABOUT UNCHAINED Child marriage is a significant problem in America, where laws in all 50 states still allow marriage before age 18. In fact, laws in 25 states do not specify any minimum age for marriage. Unchained’s groundbreaking research showed an estimated quarter-million children as young as 10 were married in the U.S. between 2000 and 2010. Almost all were girls wed to adult men. Unchained is the only nonprofit in the U.S. dedicated to helping women and girls leave or avoid arranged/forced marriages and rebuild their lives. Unchained also is the only nonprofit in the U.S. dedicated to creating social, policy and legal change to end forced and child marriage in America. The organization recently started, and now leads, a growing national movement to pass legislation in every U.S. state and at the federal level to eliminate child marriage. HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this position, submit your application and resume here. http://www.unchainedatlast.org/wanted-advocacy-interns/

Hotline Volunteer

Hotline Volunteer

Become a Hotline volunteer for EveryMind. Make a difference in the Mental Health field! Be a Hotline volunteer or intern for credit. Training starts January 20, 2018. Accredited by the American Association of Suicidology. Email hotline@every-mind.org to apply.

Link Up with LinkedIn

Link Up with LinkedIn

Wednesday, November, 15th

12-6pm, Bldg. III

Meet with recruiters and marketing professionals to learn how to search for jobs and internships!

Many events happening throughout the day!  Make sure to check out the schedule of events.

Get a professional headshot taken - dress professionally.  

Have someone review your LinkedIn Profile.

Enter the raffle to win a free iPad!