ECON Undergraduates Blog

ECON Undergraduates Blog


Future Housing Leaders Speaker Series (with Bozzuto/Avanath Capital Management)

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 12:13 PM PST

Tuesday, March 10, 2020
12:00pm - 1:30pm
University Career Center & The President's Promise, 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing, 3rd Floor

Join the Future Housing Leaders (with representatives from Bozzuto & Avanath Capital management) to explore careers in housing finance, real estate, fintech, building and construction, and more! Learn about paid internship opportunities at top companies.

Register via C4T (use RSVP button on the event page) AND via http://bit.ly/UMD_March10
Food will be provided

For additional information about this event: Contact Michael Maiden at the University Career Center at mmaiden@umd.edu

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Career Fair

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 12:07 PM PST

Recently graduated, graduating this spring, thinking about interning, looking for summer employment?

Learn about available positions protecting agriculture and the quality and availability of wholesome food. Experts will review resumes and help you navigate the federal government's online hiring system. View current openings.

Bring a valid government-issued ID, a resume and current transcript.

When: Friday, March 27th from 10am to 2pm 
Where: USDA-APHIS building, 4700 River Road, Riverdale MD. 

Transportation: 
The USDA-APHIS building is accessible to the College Park Metro Station and free parking is available onsite. The building is also is easily accessible via the 123 shuttle bus. It picks up passengers at the Regents Garage and drops them off at the far end of their parking lot.

Writing Federal Resumes

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 11:58 AM PST

Need help with your Federal resume? Want feedback from a Federal professional?

During this workshop, participants will learn about what hiring officials look for on a resume after the Human Resources Department has finished an initial screening. Bring copies of your draft resume, and you will receive feedback in a small group setting.

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2020 - 4:30-6pm
Where: 3100 Hornbake Library

Learn more and RSVP.

Undergraduate Research Day - Wednesday, April 22 - Registration Open!

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 11:52 AM PST

REGISTRATION OPEN - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH DAY - ­ APRIL 22, 2020

Francis DuVinage, Director ­
Erin Sorensen, Coordinator ­ 
http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/

Have you been involved in research as an undergraduate, either as an individual or as part of a team, at Maryland or beyond? Would you like the opportunity to present your work in poster-format at Maryland¹s largest, most visible and diversified showcase for undergraduate research accomplishments?

Then present your research at Undergraduate Research Day on Wednesday, April 22, 2020!

Click here for URD online information and the URD registration form!

Deadline to submit your proposal: Monday, April 13, 2020

Submitting a poster proposal is free and easy - just use the online registration system on the MCUR website at http://www.ugresearch.umd.edu/current-ugresearchday.html - the deadline to submit your proposal is Monday, April 13 but we strongly encourage you to submit early. We look forward to learning about your work!

Undergraduate Research Day 2020 takes place in the Grand Ballroom of the Stamp Student Union from 1 to 4 pm on April 22 with poster set-up beginning at 11:30 am. You can be present part or all of the time. All majors and fields of research ­ including creative and performing arts ­ are welcome!

If you have questions, please contact us at ugresearch@umd.edu

Call for 2020 Applications for Junior Stanley Surrey Fellowship

Posted: 04 Mar 2020 12:18 PM PST

Office of Tax Analysis Research Assistant Position (Junior Stanley Surrey Fellowship)

The Office of Tax Analysis (OTA) performs expert economic analysis of existing and proposed Federal tax policies for the Secretary of the Treasury, the President, the Congress, and the public. OTA advises in the formulation of Administration tax proposals, assesses major Congressional tax proposals, and assists in the implementation of enacted tax legislation. OTA's analyses are provided in various forms, including background papers, position papers, policy memoranda, briefings for policy makers, Congressional testimony, estimates of receipts for the Budget and for Treasury cash management decisions, estimates of revenue and distributional effects of proposed legislation, participation in regulatory guidance projects, and contributions to the negotiation of international tax treaties and agreements. To accomplish its mission, OTA conducts research to develop conceptual frameworks, models, data, methodologies, and empirical results to provide the foundations for its economic analysis of tax policies.

The purpose of this position is to serve in the Office of Tax Analysis as a Financial Economist, planning and performing a wide range of professional economic research and analysis. Specific duties may vary based on the skills and experience of the applicant. The incumbent researches and assembles facts and prepares economic analyses that relate to the development and review of Federal tax policy. The incumbent uses experience and initiative to identify issues and concerns requiring further study and, with supervisory approval, plans, conducts, and implements research projects in furtherance of the Office's mission. The incumbent assists with the dissemination of Office research by tracking research projects, organizing meetings, and maintaining the office web site.

The position is a two year appointment that may be extended for an additional two years. The position is full-time, full-year paid at the General Schedule grade 7, 9 or 11, depending on the education and experience of the candidate. U.S. Citizenship and at least 24 hours of credit in economics courses are required.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Julie Cronin
(Julie-anne.cronin@treasury.gov) or contact their office for further information.
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