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UPDATE: Second Annual Sadie T.M. Alexander Conference for Economics and Related Fields

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:23 AM PDT

The Second Annual Sadie T.M. Alexander Conference for Economics and Related Fields will be held in downtown Washington DC on February 20-22, 2020. The Department of Economics is pleased to sponsor a limited number of current economics students to attend the event.

The Sadie T.M. Alexander Conference and the Sadie Collective seek to address under-representation in economics and related fields by gathering and providing opportunities to Black women, who currently receive only 1% of PhDs and 2% of Bachelors degrees in economics. The 2020 conference will include talks by economists working in academia, government, and industry, as well as networking events and professional development sessions.


UMD students who wish to have their attendance sponsored by the Department of Economics must: 1) commit to attending all events on the schedule and 2) provide all of the information required by the conference organizers, including answers to all questions and a link to a resume posted online.

To request a ticket, please complete the form at https://forms.gle/MjkiC2VGpSoMj8TM6 no later than 4 pm on October 5th. The early deadline is because tickets for this event will sell out. Requests will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis while sponsored slots remain, and on the basis of complete requests only.

Please contact Professor Jessica Goldberg (jagold@umd.edu) with any questions.

2 Job Openings at Resource Energy

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 10:19 AM PDT

Resource Energy is seeking both an Energy Billing Analyst and an Energy Procurement Analyst.

Review the job descriptions and apply.

Your business background or area of study is less important to Energy Resource than your potential. Whether you have distinguished yourself in business or in school, the next phase of your career will be shaped by your determination and vision. They encourage you to apply, provided you share an interest in the energy/commodity markets and have demonstrated strong performance and personal drive. Their professionals are entrepreneurial, creative, resourceful, driven, self-motivated, outgoing, and committed.

The Energy Billing Analyst supports multiple clients with primary responsibility for tenant utility billing calculations. Other responsibilities include tracking energy savings, analyzing and reporting energy consumption and costs and other ad hoc services. The role encompasses a detailed and analytically driven framework revolving around energy calculations and accounting. As part of this team, an energy analyst has the unique opportunity within a dynamic environment to shape the organization's solutions and direction.

Duties:
  • Energy billing calculations on behalf of our clients for electric, gas, solar, water and HVAC for tenants within our national footprint of real estate.
  • Ensure the satisfaction of all clients and their tenants by providing a superior level of service.
  • Responds timely to tenant/client inquiries in accordance with established Resource Energy procedures.
  • Prepares client utility budgets and reforecasts and performs related variance analysis.
  • Monthly maintenance of utility tariff data, and property information within our database to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting.
  • Reviews utility specific lease language, to ensure tenants are properly billed in accordance with their individual leases.
  • Resolution of utility account issues with utility companies and bill processing firms.
  • Participation in client requested or other internal projects to advance the mission of the organization; may include tenant metering, utility system analysis and shopping center allocation analysis.
  • Energy performance reporting for clients and related analysis on usage and cost trends
  • Ad hoc Reporting in response to client specific requests
  • Other additional responsibilities might also include, but are not limited to: load study analysis, assisting in software development, demand response enrollment, and client presentations.
Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in Energy, Accounting, Engineering, Computer Science or similar analytical discipline preferred.
  • Previous related work experience with knowledge of accounting concepts, energy calculations, or commercial real estate experience preferred.
  • Proficient in using MS Excel to combine and analyze data from various sources and generate reports and graphics. Must be able to combine large volumes of data for consolidated reporting.
  • Strong client service orientation with the ability to interface with all levels within our clients' organizations
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent time management, project management and follow through skills
Location: Columbia, MD

Energy Procurement Analyst

Reporting to and working under the general supervision of the Energy Procurement Director, the Energy Procurement Analyst supports multiple clients with the responsibility of energy procurement operations. This position is responsible for initiating and managing the Request for Proposal (RFP) process and managing current customer strategies.

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and run RFP's in all deregulated markets in North America for electricity and natural gas
  • Research and track utility account information
  • Provide customer updates on supply pricing and RFP results
  • Provide written updates to clients on current market fundamentals and outlooks
  • Structure and negotiate energy contracts
  • Employ our wholesale platform to track market movement and identify execution opportunities for clients
  • Assist with forecasting, monitoring, and tracking success of current strategies through reporting of supply and local distribution costs
  • Monitor electricity and natural gas market and legislative fundamentals
  • Review ISO and local utility level related charges
Qualifications:
  • BA/BS in Finance, Energy, Mathematics or a similar analytical discipline
  • 1-2 years of related work experience with knowledge of energy calculations or energy market experience preferred
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent time management, project management and follow through skills
  • Knowledge of commodity market concepts and dynamics
  • Proficient in using MS Excel
  • Proficient in using statistical software preferred
  • Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interface with all levels within our clients' organizations
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to adjust to shifting deadlines
  • Motivated to research and learn with minimal direction
Location: Columbia, MD

M&T Bank is Hiring

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 06:27 AM PDT

Location: Buffalo, New York; Wilmington, Delaware

Entry-level, full time positions in:
  • Finance 191214
  • Marketing & Product Management 191215
  • Retail Branch Management 191213
  • Risk Management & Operations 191216
  • Wealth & Investment Services 191217
Log into Careers4Terps to read more about each position above and apply. Applicants may be invited to an on-campus interview! Application deadline, October 7, 2019.

Future Housing Leaders

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 06:10 AM PDT

Interested in housing finance, real-estate, or building/construction management?

Future Housing Leaders is hosting a networking lunch event at the Fannie Mae DC offices on Friday, October 25th to connect local college students with employers in the housing industry. They would love UMD students.

The day will feature:
  • speakers discussing pressing issues in the housing industry,
  • opportunities for students to connect with internship and hiring managers,
  • tour of the Fannie Mae Midtown DC offices,
  • and a catered lunch.Please see below and attached for more information and how to register.
Event Details
When: Friday, October 25, 2019, 11:00AM -2:00PM
Where: Fannie Mae DC Midtown Office

Who should attend: Current college students interested in the housing industry including housing finance, real-estate, FinTech, and building and construction management.
  • Majors: all majors are welcomed. Most of our interns have majors in Finance, Economics, Business, Marketing & Communications, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Statistics, IT
  • Academic level: most appropriate for undergraduates(sophomore-senior) and graduate students in relevant programUniversity faculty and staff interested in connecting with Future Housing Leaders and our employer partners.
Register here: http://bit.ly/FHL_Oct25
*Pre-registration is required. * Registration deadline: 10/18/2019

About Us
Sponsored by Fannie Mae, Future Housing Leaders is an effort to increase diversity in all sectors of the housing industry so that it better reflects the diverse groups of people, renting and buying homes. By providing access to job opportunities in sectors like housing finance, real-estate, FinTech, and building and construction management, Future Housing Leaders opens doors to careers in a lucrative industry that makes a real impact in communities.

Event: Trading Tips and Tricks

Posted: 03 Oct 2019 05:26 AM PDT

Date: 10/15/19
Time: 7-8:30pm
Location: Stamp Union
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