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Interested in Consulting? Apply Now for Entry-Level Analyst Position for Summer 2022

Posted: 30 Aug 2021 07:21 AM PDT

 


Application Due Date: Sunday, September 19th at 11pm ET
FAQs about the position

We are  participating in ECON's Employer Pop-Up Shop! Register here to talk to recruiters and learn more.

Hamilton Place Strategies (HPS) is an analytical public affairs consulting firm. HPS uses substantive analysis to understand complex topics, and creative public affairs tools to explain issues to audiences and reach critical stakeholders. We achieve our clients' goals by enhancing understanding of issues, products, and companies, and ultimately, improving outcomes.

Summary of Position:

HPS is seeking entry-level associates and analysts to join our dynamic team. They will benefit from immediate client exposure and opportunities for professional development while working in a fun, fast-paced, and challenging environment. Associates support partners and directors on client teams, as well as contribute to internal firm projects. A successful candidate has strong writing and time-management skills, and a curious, proactive, high-achieving attitude.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Economics, Public Policy, Political Science/Government, Business, Finance, Journalism, or related fields 
+ For associates: experience with drafting communications products for a variety of audiences at a communications agency, publicly-traded company, media outlet, a federal agency, or on Capitol Hill
+  For analysts: experience conducting research and performing financial or economic analysis and writing and distilling complex ideas and concepts into a digestible format at a financial services or consulting firm, policy/research shop, publicly traded company, or think tank
+ Expertise and interest in a specific policy field, broader business and economics trends, politics, and the legislative process
+ Willingness to learn new skills and participate in new projects
+ Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple competing assignments
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills
+ Strong data management and analytical skills
+ Ability to take initiative; motivated and self-starting
+ Solid presentation skills and strong attention to detail
+ Proficiency – and ability to grow skills – in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Excel models that combine multiple data sources is a plus
+ Experience creating graphics and data visualizations is a plus, as is an openness to learn basic graphic design skills

Apply today for BSOS Summer/Fall 2021 Undergraduate Experience Funds!

Posted: 30 Aug 2021 07:11 AM PDT

 


These funds assist undergraduate BSOS majors engaged in experiential learning outside the classroom, such as unpaid internships, research, service-learning, and professional or academic virtual conferences. The funds are intended to help offset expenses related to such activities including, but not limited to;

  • pandemic conscious travel/transportation expenses
  • pandemic related relocation expenses 
  • professional attire
  • opportunity costs, (i.e. the need to give up a part-time paid job in order to take an unpaid internship.)
  • software/technology, material needs, not provided by employer/University, but essential to the experience. 
  • conference fees

For additional examples on the kinds of expenses that may be considered for funding, please click here.

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.

The best consideration date for Fall 2021 experience applications is Wednesday, September 1, 2021 by 5 PM. Funding will be allocated on a rolling basis, based on the availability of funds. This application will close on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 by 5 PM or when funding for Summer/Fall 2021 experiences has been exhausted. 

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.

Maryland Mentor Corps

Posted: 30 Aug 2021 07:09 AM PDT

I wanted to let you know that Maryland Mentor Corps is gearing up for a great semester with lots of opportunities for UMD students to get involved and to support local youth and adults! We are recruiting students until Friday, September 3. We have some exciting new programs this semester!

Apply now to become a mentor with Maryland Mentor Corps in one of our great programs below! Join other Terps in service to youth and families in our community!

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Maryland Family Literacy Program (Virtual): Mentors provide 1:1 and small group English Language tutoring and conversation practice for local adults.
Shifts Available: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday; 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. every week of the semester.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Higher Achievement Middle School Reading & Mentoring Program (In Person): Work with a small group of 5th-8th grade scholars as they engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. No experience needed! Training, lesson plans, and activities will be provided.
Shifts Available: Tuesdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

►NEW PROGRAM (limited slots available)! Latino Student Fund K-5 Tutoring (Virtual): Provide virtual tutoring (via Zoom) in reading and/or mathematics to local elementary school students.
Shifts Available: Thursdays; 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

► Maryland Reading Program (In Person): Mentors work one-on-one with 1st and 2nd grade students who are struggling with reading.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m, every week of the semester.

► Maryland Math Program (In Person): Mentors work 1:1 or in small groups with 4th graders who are struggling with math.
Shifts Available: Monday through Thursday; 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., every week of the semester.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, September 3 so apply now:
stamp.umd.edu/MMCFall2021

A Guide to On-Campus Resources

Posted: 30 Aug 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Do you need help with classes? Would you like assistance with mental health? Need help getting around campus? 

Look through this list of FREE campus resources available to support you this fall!

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