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Juni 09, 2020

ECON Undergraduates Blog

Federal Housing Finance Agency: Examiner Job Opening

Posted: 09 Jun 2020 11:09 AM PDT

Are you interested in working in the financial services industry where you will have the opportunity to work in secondary mortgage markets and perform complex data analysis?

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is a key player in the current and future U.S. housing market.FHFA has openings for entry-level examiners in their Division of Enterprise Regulation, which is responsible for the supervision of the Enterprises – Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – to ensure their safe and sound operation.

As an entry-level examiner you will be involved in developmental activities in order to understand financial services, housing finance, and primary and secondary mortgage market issues, including understanding observed trends and developments. Under the supervision of a Supervisory Examiner, you will participate in the planning and conducting of examinations and assigned progressively greater responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements:

Undergraduate or Graduate Education: Major study in accounting, business administration, commercial or banking law, economics, finance, marketing or other fields related to the position.

Starting salary is dependent upon education and experience. Listed below is the starting salary for positions in the Washington, DC area.

EL-05 $42,144 - Undergraduate EL-07 $60,644 - Graduate

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
US Citizenship.
Selectee will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

View the full job description and apply.  

For more information about FHFA, visit www.fhfa.gov or contact Kathleen Coakley @202-649-3757.

Fulbright Opportunities for Int'l Research, Teaching, and Study

Posted: 09 Jun 2020 11:07 AM PDT

ATTENTION undergrads and recent graduates: Are you interested in pursuing prestigious international study/research or English teaching opportunities after graduation?

Fulbright awards provide recent B.S./B.A. graduates (who are also US citizens) with opportunities for international experience, personal enrichment and an open exchange of ideas with citizens of other nations. About 2000 Fulbright fully-funded grants are currently available to over 150 nations.

To learn more, and gain access to our new narrated Fulbright presentation and ELMS resource site, please complete this brief questionnaire including your UID and we'll get you started!

There are three types of Fulbright grants: study/research awards for students who wish to investigate timely and significant topics abroad, a wide range English Teaching Assistantships, and a limited number of masters degree programs. For detailed information please fill out the form above and visit the Fulbright US Student Program website at: http://us.fulbrightonline.org/home.html

Who Can Apply: US Citizens – Current Juniors and Seniors, Recent Grads – All Majors – GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended – Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020

Award Amounts: In general, Fulbright grants for study and teaching cover the following costs: Round-trip transportation to the host country; Maintenance for the academic year, based on living costs in the host country; Medical Insurance; and orientation programs, in some cases.

Duration: Approximately one academic year; length and timing of awards varies by individual country and/or region.

UMD Campus Deadline: September 1, 2020 – contact us at fulbright@umd.edu for details.

Webinar: No Internship: What Should I Do This Summer?

Posted: 08 Jun 2020 12:31 PM PDT


Thursday, June 11, 2020 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Professional learning and development can happen in a variety of ways. Gain practical advice on how to make the most of your summer. Open to all majors.This workshop will be hosted through the zoom platform.

RSVP for this event is required.

Access to the workshop url will be provided after registration is completed. Hosted by the University Career Center. For additional information about this event: Contact Trisha Hongcharti at trishah@terpmail.umd.edu.

Department of Agriculture: Agricultural Economist Job for Recent ECON graduates

Posted: 08 Jun 2020 12:21 PM PDT

Open & closing dates: 06/05/2020 to 06/11/2020


Salary: $48,670 to $77,396 per year


Appointment type: Permanent


Duties: 


Employee will independently collect, review, evaluate and analyze foreign economic data and market information on the supply, demand, trade and prices of specified agricultural commodities as they impact U.S. export prospects.


Responsibilities:


The duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • Applies economic techniques and principles in the analysis of factors and conditions impacting the competitive posture of the U.S. agricultural industry in the global environment.
  • Assists in the assessment, collection, and analysis of current and historical trends of economic data, formulating conclusions and preparing reports.
  • Provides analyses of world-wide supply, trade, marketing and consumption of agricultural commodities and products with emphasis on their impact directly or indirectly on U.S. exports.
  • Supports the work of the agency to resolve routine problems and provide quality customer service and advice on a regular basis.
  • Represents the agency at meetings with other agencies, participating in educational seminars and consulting with staff of domestic and foreign industry and trade associations.

Requirements

  • You must be a US Citizen or US National
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt
  • Satisfactory Background investigation and/or fingerprint check
  • Successful completion of one-year trial period
  • Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
  • Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Position may be eligible for telework.
  • Employee participation in telework is at the discretion of the supervisor.
  • Both domestic and international travel may be required.


Qualifications


To be eligible, applicants must meet one of the following requirements;

  • Completed all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two (2) years. or
  • Individuals who, due to military service obligation, were precluded from applying to the Recent Graduates Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period described above shall have a full 2-year period of eligibility upon release or discharge from active duty. This eligibility period cannot extend more than 6 years from the date on which the requirements for the academic course of study were met.


BASIC REQUIREMENT:

Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.


OR A combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Department of Agriculture: International Economist Job for Recent ECON graduates

Posted: 08 Jun 2020 12:16 PM PDT


Open & closing dates: 06/05/2020 to 06/11/2020

Salary: $48,670 to $77,396 per year

Appointment type: Permanent

Duties: 

International economists provide economic analysis and evaluation of trade policies and practices affecting the U.S. agricultural industry, and are responsible for planning and coordinating policies and positions on highly complex trade issues.

Responsibilities:

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

The duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Assists in the assessment, research, collection, and analysis of current and historical trends of economic data, formulating conclusions and preparing reports.
  • Prepares tables, charts, graphs or maps to better illustrate and support analytical conclusions.
  • Applies knowledge of economic techniques and principles by using mathematical and/or econometric models, statistical techniques and software.
  • Aids in the preparation of complex analytical material in connection with U.S. participation in international conferences and negotiations.
  • Conducts foreign market/policy studies and analyses of world-wide supply, trade, marketing and consumption of agricultural commodities and products.
  • Works with representatives of partner agencies to resolve routine problems and provide quality customer service and advice.
Requirements
  • You must be a US Citizen or US National
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt
  • Satisfactory Background investigation and/or fingerprint check
  • Successful completion of one-year trial period
  • Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
  • Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Position may be eligible for telework.
  • Employee participation in telework is at the discretion of the supervisor.
  • Both domestic and international travel may be required.

Qualifications

To be eligible, applicants must meet one of the following requirements;
  • Completed all requirements for an associates, bachelors, masters, professional, doctorate, vocational, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two (2) years. or
  • Individuals who, due to military service obligation, were precluded from applying to the Recent Graduates Program during any portion of the 2-year eligibility period described above shall have a full 2-year period of eligibility upon release or discharge from active duty. This eligibility period cannot extend more than 6 years from the date on which the requirements for the academic course of study were met.

BASIC REQUIREMENT:
Degree: economics, that included at least 21 semester hours in economics and 3 semester hours in statistics, accounting, or calculus.

OR A combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in economics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

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