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USAJobs and Federal Resume Workshop

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 06:08 AM PST

When: Tuesday, March 10, 2020 | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Where: 3100 Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor

Event Details
Considering a career with the Federal Government?

Come to the University Career Center to learn the ins and outs of the Federal job application process and the USAJobs jobsite.

Participants will review an actual Job Opportunity Announcement, learn how to identify the key requirements, and tailor your resume to best reflect how you are a great fit for the position. You can bring your laptop if you'd like so you can begin the process right away!

How to Find an Internship

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 06:04 AM PST


Tuesday, March 3, 2020
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search?

To help you with your internship search, we will discuss:
  1. Specific resources available to research internship opportunities in non-profit, government and corporate sectors
  2. Quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews
  3. Strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field
Join us to get started in your search! These workshops occur monthly in the University Career Center & The President's Promise. The following internship workshops will be available this semester:
More information about internship search strategies can be found on our website at internships.umd.edu

Nonprofit Industry Meetup

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 05:59 AM PST

Friday, March 6, 2020
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Interested in meeting nonprofit organizations looking to hire UMD students for summer internships or full-time roles?

Come to a relaxed, informal opportunity to meet and greet with a wide range of organizations. Each organization will give a 3-5 minute overview and then be seated at tables to have conversations with students.
  • 12:00-12:30: 3-5 minute organization presentations
  • 12:30-2:00: Casual conversations between students and the various organizations
Learn more about the event and RSVP.

March 2 DSS with US Chamber of Commerce President, Suzanne Clark

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 05:51 AM PST


You are invited to join the Maryland Smith Center for Global Business as they host the U.S. Chamber of Commerce president, Suzanne Clark for a one-on-one interview with Ritu Agarwal, Interim Dean of Maryland Smith, next Monday, March 2. The conversation will focus on the U.S. Chamber's goals for global trade and new workforce development initiatives, Clark's career path, and the challenges and opportunities for women in international business.

The Center for Global Business Welcomes U.S. Chamber of Commerce President, Suzanne Clark

When: March 2, 2020 | 6-7 p.m.
Where: Room 2333, Van Munching Hall, College Park, Md.

Register to attend or live-stream the event!

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau: Research Assistant

Posted: 26 Feb 2020 05:44 AM PST

**Posting is open February 21, 2020 – March 13, 2020 (apply early, since we may have an application cap)**

About the Office of Research (OR):

The Office of Research (OR) in the Research, Markets, and Regulations Division (RMR) is realizing the CFPB's mission by bringing an empirical, data-driven approach to the analysis of consumer financial markets. OR provides the main analytics to understand consumer behavior and support the Bureau's actions in policy-making, supervision, and enforcement.

OR Research Assistant Program
The OR Research Assistant Program is a fellowship program that was developed for graduating undergraduates (recent December 2019 and May/June 2020 graduates may apply) who are interested in spending 2-4 years in the Office of Research working alongside Ph.D. researchers (which include economists, research psychologists, and research scientists) on substantial and rigorous data-oriented policy projects. Ideally, the candidates' time with our office would prepare them for future graduate programs such as Ph.D. programs in economics and finance, Master of Public Policy, and other graduate fields. Successful candidates will have a proven track record of academic excellence in one or more of the following areas: economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or decisionmaking and cognitive research. Experience in R, SAS, or Stata programming is also key. Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, as is the demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

How to apply to the OR Research Assistant Program:
Visit our website: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/careers/current-openings/research-assistant-158x/.

**Posting is open February 21, 2020 – March 13, 2020 (apply early, since we may have an application cap)**

Components of the application include (check job posting for official requirements):
  • Resume (required)
  • School transcripts showing progress toward degree (required – unofficial okay – we can take recent graduates as well as those expecting to graduate in December 2019 or May/June 2020)
  • Short questionnaire (required – administered on the application website)
  • Cover letter (strongly recommended)
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