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Thursday, November 14, 2019

Human Trafficking Interpol Internship in Lyon, France for December or Recent Grad


INTERPOL - Vacancy Notice
Title: INTERNSHIP - Trafficking in Human Beings Unit
Reference of the post: INT02239
Directorate: Organized and Emerging Crime
Sub-Directorate:Vulnerable Communities
Duty station: Lyon, France
Duration: 11 months
Estimated starting date: 1 January 2020
Level of security clearance: Basic
Deadline for applications: 17 November 2019
INTERPOL’s Internship Programme welcomes candidates from any of our 194 member states.
The Programme attracts talented students or recent graduates to the Organization and provides them with:
  • A better understanding of the Organization’s goals and objectives and how international police cooperation is organized
  • An insight into how an international organization operates
  • A framework to enhance their educational experience through practical work assignments, thereby developing skills which are useful for their career and future employment
  • Experience of working in a multicultural, multidisciplinary and multi-ethnic environment, contributing to the development of mutual understanding, trust and tolerance
All the relevant information about our Internship Programme may be found on our official web site.
Candidates should familiarize themselves with the conditions of internship and the requirements prior to applying for this internship.
Please find all necessary information on this internship at the bottom of the page (link to PDF document next to the bullet point).
Please save the PDF document for your ease of reference as INTERPOL will not provide you this document after the applications' deadline.
INTERNSHIP ALLOWANCE
Interns are entitled to the payment of a monthly allowance determined by the Secretary General. The allowance is established and paid in the currency of the country of the INTERPOL duty station to which the participant is assigned. The internship allowance for Lyon, France is currently set at EUR 550.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON INTERPOL
In compliance with INTERPOL’s Confidentiality regime the successful candidate will have to undergo a security screening according to the clearance level attached to the function.

INTERPOL is committed to achieving diversity and inclusion within its workforce. INTERPOL is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of INTERPOL member states, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.

INTERPOL places no restrictions on the eligibility of candidates, without distinction as to race or ethnic origin, religion, opinions, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. However, the national policy and laws in force in INTERPOL host countries may mean that staff members’ spouses or partners, while legally recognized by the Organization, are not given the same recognition when they reside in certain duty stations. When this is the case, the Organization will inform the candidates accordingly to ensure that they are aware of the situation and allow them to make an informed decision.

INTERPOL has four official languages: English, French, Spanish and Arabic.

INTERPOL retains the right not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower or upper grade or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for a shorter or longer duration than indicated above.

INTERPOL would like to inform candidates that their application may be considered for other similar positions.

INTERPOL operates a non-smoking policy.

INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 194 member states. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime.

Career-Focused Resources at USG

A message from the USG Career Center:

Thanks to our new space, CISC is pleased to launch Webcam and Telephone Interview capabilities in our Interview Rooms.

Interview Rooms for Students

Students who have an upcoming phone or online interview may request to use one of the interview rooms. Students can use their cell-phone and laptop if they choose. Requests for an interview room must be placed a minimum of 2 business days in advance of the needed time. Students can request an interview room using our online form


Upcoming Workshops 


First Day on the Job

LOCATION: Building III-2230
TIME: Wednesday, November 20, 2019 - 12:00 pm
Starting a career can be both exciting and stressful; we will go over how to experience a smooth and easy transition into life as a professional. Students can register here


Career Coaching for Students

CISC offers one-on-one career coaching to allow students to discuss their professional goals and identify the next steps. Sessions include resume writing, interview preparation, internship and job search strategies, LinkedIn profile development, and workplace guidance. Students can schedule appointments online through Career Connector

Practice your interview skills at USG--11/16/19

Hello! 

Do interviews make you nervous? Are you planning to apply for an internship, job, or graduate school within the next few years? Prepare yourself by signing up for CEO's Mock Interview Day happening on Tuesday, November 19th from 12 - 6 pm at The Universities at Shady Grove. Practice your interviewing skills and receive constructive feedback by signing up for a 1-hour time slot. 

Spots are limited so sign up at bit.ly/CEOmockinterviewday. Refreshments, lunch, and parking vouchers will be provided. 

Nervous? Don't worry! A Mock Interview Guide will be sent to you with details to help you prepare for your interview. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Have a great week!

Warmly, 
Melissa Herrera
Career Experience Opportunities (CEO) Coordinator 
Center for Recruitment & Transfer Access 
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Apply for Winter/Spring 2020 BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds!


Apply today for BSOS Winter/Spring 2020 Undergraduate Experience Funds!

These funds assist undergraduate BSOS majors engaged in experiential learning outside the classroom, such as unpaid internships, research, service learning, and professional or academic conferences. The funds are intended to help offset expenses related to activities like travel/transportation expenses, professional attire, and other opportunity costs (for example: the need to give up a part-time paid job in order to take an unpaid internship).
 
If you are a BSOS student with financial need that is preventing you from taking advantage of an unpaid opportunity, I encourage you to apply for BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds.

Applications for Winter/Spring 2020 experiences are due no later than December 1.  Click here to apply. Before submitting your application, make sure to review the eligibility criteria.

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

Are You Career Ready? Vault Overview of Core Competencies

***If you want to learn more about core competencies and career prep, register for CCJS498Q this spring at USG! The class will meet Wednesdays 12:30-1:45 with an online component. 


Are You Career Ready?


by Kaitlin McManus | November 12, 2019

Maybe this is just me, but “career readiness” seems like a kind of funny term. The first time I heard it, I thought to myself: Career readiness? I was career-ready the minute I had to start paying rent.
Someone did eventually set me straight—career readiness isn’t about what life stage you’re in. Rather, it’s defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (“NACE”) as “the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college graduates for a successful transition into the workplace.” Or, for those of you who got bored halfway through that sentence like I did, it’s the “stuff” you need to know to make the jump from college to real life. NACE was even kind enough to break it down into eight core competencies. And I’m here to break them down even further.
Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
A mind is a terrible thing to waste. Being able to assess a problem and make decisions is crucial to getting anything done, be it in school or in the workplace. Critical thinking can help you in nearly all aspects on the job, whether that’s coming up with a creative solution to an issue or thinking through a problem logically, step by step.
Oral/Written Communications
This is all about expressing yourself and your thoughts in a professional, effective manner. It encompasses everything from writing an email (ostensibly without sending it to someone for a proofread first) to public speaking. Communicating your points in a way that is straightforward and easily understood is imperative in the workplace, so make sure you’re getting the most out of those comp classes before you start job hunting.
Teamwork/Collaboration
Playing nice with others is something we’ve been learning how to do since kindergarten, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still be a challenge. We’ve all had the group project that went poorly because someone couldn’t be bothered to pull their weight. This competency is all about not being that person—it means you can lend your strengths to a group in a positive, reliable way. Essentially, lifting your teammates up instead of bringing them down. Taking point on your next group project is a great way to learn the best ways in which you contribute to a team.
Digital Technology
Being able to use and learn the latest and greatest tech advances is an advantage often ascribed to the younger generations—but that doesn’t mean we know how to use every piece of tech or software. Regardless of how often our parents call us to help set up their new printer or other device. You don’t necessarily need to teach yourself Java or Klingon or whatever it is those software developers are up to, but it’s important that you’re digitally literate enough to be able to teach yourself the programs you’re likely to come across, whether it’s a new CMS or actually knowing enough about Excel to call yourself “proficient.” Take a look at some job postings in your desired field—do any programs come up frequently? It might be wise to learn how to use them now, be it in a class or on your own time.
Leadership
This always struck me as kind of a weird one for transitioning from college to the workforce—chances are really good that, at least for the first few years of your career, your chances to demonstrate leadership on the job are going to be few and far between. Even so, being able to effectively (but not tyrannically) guide a project is an important skill, even when you’re not a manager. You may have to help some interns get their feet wet or teach a coworker how to do something that you’re more familiar with. So take any leadership opportunities you can find, whether that’s in class or through extracurriculars. That way, you’ll be more comfortable at the head of the table.
Professionalism/Work Ethic
Can you show up on time and complete the work expected of you? Do you know how to dress for the office and how to appropriately raise your concerns in the workplace? These are some of the lynchpins of professionalism. It’s important that you both work hard and work well when joining the workforce. An internship or an on-campus job can help you become more familiar with what’s expected in a professional environment, so check out the opportunities available to you. (Hint: Visit your campus’ career center.)
Career Management
Career management skills are about understanding your field, your potential career trajectory, and your value as an employee. It means you can identify opportunities for growth, asses your own skills to see where your strengths and weaknesses lie, and can advocate for yourself in the workplace. Basically, if you can look at a job listing and say why you can or can’t do that job, you’ve got the basics of career management down.
Global/Intercultural Fluency
This is a very fancy way of saying that you should be both aware of other cultures and identities (racial, gender, sexual orientation, religious, etc.) and accepting of them. You’re simply not fit to join the workforce if you can’t be tolerant of other people and their worldviews—that’s just the way it is. The best way to gain intercultural fluency is to surround yourself with diverse people. Making friends who are different from you is so important and can go a long way to combat ignorance.
Getting career ready can be tough, but having a set of goals can be a huge help when preparing. Make sure you check in with your campus career center to see if they have other career readiness tools for you, so you can set yourself up for career success.

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Law Enforcement Career Fair

Attend the Law Enforcement Career Fair, happening this Thursday, November 14 from 3-6 pm. Come out and speak with representatives from local law enforcement agencies, including:
  • Anne Arundel Police Department
  • Baltimore County Police Department
  • Frederick Police Department
  • Gaithersburg Police Department
  • Howard Police Department
  • Maryland - National Capital Park Police
  • Maryland State Police
  • Maryland Transportation Authority Police
  • Metro Transit Police
  • Montgomery County Police Department
  • Ocean City Police Department
  • Rockville Police Department

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Attention Winter Graduates

If you are graduating in Winter 2019 and are planning to walk in the commencement ceremony, you will need to order a cap and gown. Commencement regalia can be purchased in the USG Bookstore. Orders will be accepted until December 5, and regalia will be ready to pick up one week before commencement.

Please see below for pricing and commencement information.

Please reach out to ccjsusg@umd.edu with any questions!