Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August

Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August 

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Interview Techniques Workshop, USAJobs
Monday, July 27, 2020 • 2 - 3:30 pm |  Virtual Event
During this information session, participants will be provided with specific information that will prepare them for Federal interviews. Information during this session will include interview preparation, coverage, delivery methods, types of questions and how to respond, as well as other considerations.

ADHD & Career Development
Thursday, August 6, 2020 • 4 - 5 pm |  Virtual Event
Our webinar will explore how ADHD and career development impact one another. For many students, preparing for a career during the COVID pandemic is highly stressful. For students managing ADHD concerns, the impact may be greater.

LinkedIn Workshop
Tuesday, August 11, 2020 • 12 - 1:30 pm |  Virtual Event
Join this workshop to get your LinkedIn page ready for virtual recruitment and virtual job/intern search.

Autism & Career Development
Thursday, August 13, 2020 • 4 - 5 pm |  Virtual Event
Our webinar will explore how autism and career development impact one another.

How I Got My First Job After Graduation: Advice from Alumni

Tuesday, August 18 • 2-3 pm | Hear from experienced alumni on how they got their first job and what you can do right now to set yourself up for success. All students are welcome to attend, but ECON majors will find this particularly helpful. 

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Fairs:

Intelligence Community 2020 Virtual Career Fair
Thursday, August 13, 2020 • 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm |  Virtual Event (RSVP required, register today!)

The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) is hosting a virtual career fair showcasing hundreds of career choices. You'll have the opportunity to connect with recruiters from some of the nation's largest intelligence agencies and explore promising career opportunities in fields specific to your interests. From your computer, tablet or mobile phone, sit back, login and chat with a recruiter. Who: Students, entry-level and experienced professionals in STEM, business, foreign language, human resources and more.

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Highlighted Resources offered by the BSOS Career Planning Team:

• Using LinkedIn to connect with employers and alumni 
• Federal application tips 
• Job/Internship Search Strategies During COVID-19, BSOS Majors
• Where to Expect Job Market Growth in a Post-COVID-19 Economy
• Openings for BSOS majors: Careers4Terps@BSOS
  
• Schedule an appointment, submit a resume to be reviewed, or email us your career/internship questions at BSOScareers@umd.edu. 

AAG Internships

Internships at AAG

The AAG seeks interns on a year-round basis for the spring, summer, and fall semesters.

Interns participate in most AAG programs and projects such as education, outreach, research, website, publications, or the Annual Meeting. The AAG also arranges for interns to accompany different AAG staff on visits to related organizations or events of interest during the course of their internship. A monthly stipend of $700 is provided and interns are expected to make their own housing and related logistical arrangements. Enrollment in a Geography or closely related program is preferred but not a prerequisite for these opportunities.

Applications

Applicants should forward a resume, brief writing sample, and three references to Candida Mannozzi, cmannozzi@aag.org by August 1, 2020

More information on internships at the AAG is also available on the Jobs & Careers section of the AAG website at: http://www.aag.org/cs/internships

 

NASA Research Scientist Position Open

Position: Research Scientist (junior/mid/senior)

Project Title: Algorithm development for NASA’s Earth science data processing
Closing Date: Open until filled

We are seeking applications for a full-/part-time Research Scientist (junior/mid/senior) to join
our productive team of scientists working on various NASA-funded projects. Our research focus
is on algorithm developments and validations for current and future multispectral and
hyperspectral imagery applied to aquatic ecosystems. The applicant will have a strong
background in one of the following areas: data analytics, image processing, optics, ocean/aquatic sciences, or computer science. Familiarity with machine-learning concepts is desirable. The incumbent is expected to have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be willingto produce and lead high-quality peer-reviewed publications. The employment comes with full, competitive benefit package for full-time employees. For further information, contact nima.pahlevan@nasa.gov

Qualifications: B.Sc. /M.Sc. / Ph.D.
Major: Physics/Engineering/Oceanography/Computer Science/Geography
Programming skills: Python, C
Platforms: Linux, HPC, Tensorflow
Work location: NASA Goddard / Remote option is available
Citizenship requirements: U.S. citizens / permanent residents

Maryland Sea Grant (MDSG) Research Program and Project Management Position

MDSG is seeking a Graduate Assistant (GA) to help support our research and administration team. The GA will have a flexible schedule in which they will be responsible for several tasks, including: 1) supporting proposal and fellowship competitions; 2) supporting recruitment and application efforts for the National Science Foundation-funded MDSG Research Experience for Undergraduates program and other fellowships; 3) supporting MDSG workshops and professional development events; and 4) collaborating on special projects developed by the research team.

This position is for 20 hours/week and follows the UMCES General Stipend Levels (GRA I $25,060.67; GRA II $26,176.88 for 12 months). It includes health benefits and tuition remission (10 credit hours each for the Fall and Spring semesters, as well as 4 credit hours for Summer session). The GA will report to Jenna Clark and Mike Allen.

See the full position posting here. To apply, please email research@mdsg.umd.edu with the subject line "Sea Grant GA Application" and attach a single PDF with a cover letter, a two-page CV, and contact information for two references. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled, with review beginning August 17, 2020. 

Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowships

Are you strongly motivated to pursue a career in the US Foreign Service, international affairs/development, or public policy? Complete a brief survey to learn about these opportunities:

 

--The Pickering and Rangel Graduate Fellowships provide financial support through two years of graduate study, internships, mentoring, and professional development activities leading to an appointment in the State Department Foreign Service. Both programs have mid-September 2020 deadlines.

 

--The Rangel and PPIA (Public Policy and International Affairs) Summer Programs provide fully paid, intensive academic and extracurricular experiences for current undergraduates with strong interests in international affairs and public policy career paths. (The PPIA program is limited to students who will be Juniors in Fall 2020.)

 

Want to learn more? Complete a brief survey to receive more information!

 

The Pickering, Rangel, and PPIA programs encourage applications by members of minority groups historically underrepresented in international affairs career paths, women, and those with financial need.