Interested in Graduate School?

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences cordially invites you to attend Gateways to Graduate School: GRE Workshop. This event will take place Thursday, November 2 from 5:30-7:30 pm in 1202 Edward St. John (TLTC). Prospective graduate applicants who are interested in pursuing a masters or doctorate degree take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Applications come from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, and the GRE provides schools with a conventional measure for comparing candidates’ qualifications.

Students who participate in GRE preparation workshops show significant improvements in their scores. For students preparing for graduate school, this GRE preparation workshop explores all three areas of the test (verbal, quantitative and analytical writing). A well-trained facilitator will provide each participant with an overview of the test, tips, and strategies as well as resources, practice exams and study material that will help you tackle the exam.

This event will include:

• Free dinner and refreshments from Potbelly
• Insight into the new GRE exam
• Strategies and tips that will help you master the exam!
• Opportunity to ask a professional study skills coordinator questions regarding the GRE

This event is limited to the first 50 students who respond. To reserve your spot, please RSVP by 5 pm on Tuesday, October 31. 2017. If you are interested in gaining more training, please register here using the following link: https://go.umd.edu/greworkshop

If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to Bailey Kier, bkier@umd.edu

Where can STEM take you?

Geographical Sciences Survey

Attention GEOG Majors!!!!
Please help your department and fill out this survey for our Town Hall meeting coming up next month!

Even if you will not be attending the event, use this opportunity to provide us with feedback about our department and help us improve.

If you will be attending, let us know that you are coming so we can ensure that we have enough cookies for everyone :)

The link to the survey is ter.ps/geogtownhall

Law School Fair

This event provides a unique opportunity for students and alumni considering law school to meet face to face with law school admissions representatives from across the country. Nearly 100 law schools typically attend this event.

Event Date and Time: Tuesday, October 24, 2017 - 11:00am to 2:00pm

Location: Grand Ballroom - Stamp Student Union

Suggested attire: Business Casual

The University of Maryland's Pre-Law Advising Office within Letters and Sciences is partnering with the University Career Center & The President's Promise to present this Law School Fair. This event is open to not only University of Maryland students but also students and alumni from around the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area.

For additional information about this event:
Contact Greg Shaffer at gshaffer@umd.edu or Neil Dhingra at ndhingra@umd.edu.

Career Opportunity with PIRG

PIRG Campus Action works to organize, amplify, and empower students as we tackle the issues that shape our future, and we are hiring for full-time positions as Campus Organizers.

We need to save the planet, defend the public interest, and protect consumers. To achieve that, we need to imagine what society should look like in the future, and we need to overcome opposition by special interests in the present to get there. The future belongs to young people. It's up to them to dream it up, and their idealism, energy, and vision will build the people power to make it a reality.

We know college students have the power to make a difference. From the Freedom Riders of the ‘60s to the voter registration drives of today ... from the anti-apartheid movement of the ‘80s to the drive for fossil fuel divestment now -- students are always pushing our communities, our country and our world forward.

With PIRG Campus Action, you’ll work with students who, like you, believe it’s our right, and responsibility to shape the future we all want. You’ll work with students to decide the strategies and tactics they’ll use to run campaigns that promote clean energy, public health, a stronger democracy and more.

Positions are open in California, Massachusetts, Oregon, New Jersey, North Carolina and a few other states.
For more information about PIRG, click here
To apply, click here

Paid Spring Digital Communications Internship with the National Park Service

The National Park Service (NPS) Office of Partnerships and Philanthropic Stewardship (Partnership Office) is searching for a student who is interested in an opportunity to assist in the development of web content and media products that communicate the partnerships and philanthropy program of the NPS. This position is open to students who are scheduled to graduate no earlier than Fall 2018.

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

The NPS strives to fulfill its mission and encourage greater citizen engagement in national park programs and activities by partnering with educational institutions, organizations, businesses, and federal, state, tribal and local agencies. The Partnership Office helps the NPS and its partners create, enhance, and recognize their collaborative work through training, communication, and policy leadership.

For more information, click here

Internship available through the MWMC's Student Committee

Project: Developing data layers for the MWMC Water Quality Monitoring Site Mapper

Description: We are looking for a student to assist with developing new data layers for the MWMC Water Quality Monitoring Site Mapper, a mapping tool which allows users to see various types (State, federal, local agencies, private companies and citizen groups) of water monitoring locations in Maryland. If chosen, the student would help develop, gather, compile, and coordinate data with local Maryland monitoring/environmental groups to keep the existing data layers current and to develop new data layers to expand the use of the tool.

For more information, click here!

Live Entrepreneurship with the Hinman CEOs Program - Applications due 11/12!

As the nation’s first living-learning entrepreneurship experience, the Hinman CEOs Program selects entrepreneurially-minded students from all academic disciplines to join a unique community to explore and practice innovation. Students live together, learn about entrepreneurship, and can launch new ventures. The mission of the Hinman CEOs Program is to foster an entrepreneurial spirit, create a sense of community and cooperation, and develop ethical leaders.

Applications are open until November 12th for freshmen and sophomore students of all majors to join the fall 2018 cohort. 

To learn more, visit hinmanceos.umd.edu.

Applications for Fall 2018 due 11/12 via https://hinmanconnect.umd.edu/prospective.aspx

SLAO Internship

The Undergraduate Student Legal Aid Office is now accepting applications for their Spring 2018 internship! All majors and graduation year students are welcome to apply!

If you are considering a law-related career and interested in gaining hands-on legal experience while earning credits (3), this internship may be for you! It's conveniently located on campus and requires the internship requirement for the MLAW minor.

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE OCTOBER 31, 2017.

For more information, please refer to the files attached in this Google Folder (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B1iX8xD74HM7aXZhTG5DYmdaRzA?usp=sharing)

Consider Applying for a Smith Minor

The Smith Business Minor program will be hosting two upcoming information sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio. 

Students who are interested in the General Business or the Innovation & Entrepreneurship minors should attend the information session on Monday, November 6, while students interested in the Business Analytics minor should attend the session on Tuesday, November 14. Both sessions will occur at 6pm in Van Munching Hall - Room 2511.

If you have any questions, they can visit us online at go.umd.edu/smithminors.

Cookies with the Chair!

Sign up here! http://ter.ps/GEOGtownhall

Beyond the Classroom Movie Screening and Discussion Oct 12

Beyond the Classroom is presenting the award-winning documentary, "The March: The Story of the Greatest March in American History," Thursday, October 12 from 12:00 pm- 1:15 pm at 1102 South Campus Commons, Building 1.

‘The March’ is the story of the making of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, told by the people who organized and participated in it. It includes interviews with some of the key actors; members of the inner circles of the core organizational groups; Hollywood supporters and civil rights campaigners; John F. Kennedy administration officials; and the ordinary people who became part of the crowd of thousands, who thronged to Washington D.C. by all and every means: plane, bus and car. It is a story of massive achievement, the catalyst to the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the beginnings of the legacy of freedom for all American citizens. ‘The March’ is the story of discrimination, defiance and victory told by the people who made it happen and whose lives it changed forever.

For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/125951854723998

Geography Club Newsletter

Geography Club's Fall Newsletter is available to read!

Don't miss your chance to buy one of their GEOG t-shirts that help fund GEOG Club's projects and events! These shirts come in either blue or green and can be purchased as a long sleeve, too!

Link to the t-shirts are here.

The newsletter also details upcoming events, such a Mappy Hour an GEOweek and GISday! To learn more about these upcoming events and the happenings in GEOG Club, read the newsletter here (https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B1iX8xD74HM7Wjl3VFc5OElQNnlJSVREYnZXN1hLaEZSOHEw).

Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Info Session (Master's Program)

Are you graduating this winter and looking for a Master's program?

LOOK NO FURTHER!!

TIME: 12PM on Wednesday, October 18^th

LOCATION: 1124A LeFrak Hall

Free pizza will be provided!

The Center for Geospatial Information Science (CGIS) at the University of Maryland is pleased to present the Master of Professional Studies in Geospatial Intelligence (MPS GEOINT). The MPS GEOINT program provides workforce-focused technical training that gives graduates the skills and expertise to lead new initiatives in the rapidly shifting landscape of GEOINT applications, data collection systems, analytic methods, and mission support.

                                   

The MPS GEOINT program encompasses a 30-credit (10 units of 3-credit courses) course structure comprising five core courses and a selection of five other elective courses from a list of choices. We also offer a Graduate Certificate in Professional Studies in Geospatial Intelligence (GCPS GEOINT) that entails 12 credits based on four courses.

We are now accepting applications for admission in Spring 2018 (Application deadline: Feb 15, 2018) and Fall 2018. Full details regarding the programs are available at http://ter.ps/geoint or contact us at geog-geoint@umd.edu. Students with no prior GIS experience are welcome to apply. We are happy to discuss admission requirements on an individual basis.

Come join us at our Information Session at 12PM on Wednesday, October 18^th where we will introduce the GEOINT programs and address your questions.

Get Ready for the GEOG Career and Internship Fair

Planning to attend the Geographical Sciences Career and Internship Fair on Friday, Oct. 20, and want to polish up your resume before the big day? Sign up for our Employer Resume Review session on Monday, Oct. 16, from 1:00-3:45 pm in the University Career Center, S. Hornbake Library, 3rd Floor.

Mr. Hayward, a UMD Alum and GIS Manager at Pure Technologies, will hold office hours in the University Career Center to help you prepare! RSVP to reserve a 30-minute slot between 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to meet with Mr. Hayward. Sign up for the waitlist, if all slots are taken and you will be notified of additional openings.

Drop-ins: Monday, October 16, 1-3:45 p.m. (in the University Career Center, S. Hornbake Library, 3^rd floor)

University Career Center Staff will be available to assist with the topics below, between 1-3:45 p.m. Students will be seen on a walk-in basis, based on staff availability.

• Reviewing resumes (bring a printed resume with you)
• Offering career fair preparation tips
• Help to create your 30-second pitch 
• Develop questions to ask employers during the Fair 

Questions, contact Kristen Frese, kfrese@umd.edu, at the University Career Center @ BSOS. 

(Link to RSVP: https://careers.umd.edu/event/employer-resume-review-geographical-sciences-undergraduates) THERE ARE ONLY 4 SPOTS LEFT SO SIGN UP FAST OR SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST! This is a great opportunity to help give you a great first impression with a possible future employer!

For more information about the career fair itself, click here!

Internship Workshop

Employer Information Sessions - Interns Wanted

Citrix Virtual Information SessionTues, Oct 10 | 11am -12pm | University Career Center (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
Attend our virtual information session! Have a chance to learn what internships and jobs we offer, who we are & our culture, what perks we have, and chat with recruiters and recent college grads.
For more Information & to RSVP

Under Armour 2018 Summer League Internship Program Info SessionWed, Oct 11 | 6:30 -8:00 pm | University Career Center (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
The University Recruiting team from Under Armour will be on campus to talk about the 2018 Summer League Internship Program! Come find out what it takes to be a Rookie at Under Armour.
For more Information & to RSVP

T. Howard Foundation Info SessionThurs, Oct 12 | 5:30 - 6:30pm | University Career Center (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
T. Howard Foundation provides PAID full-time summer internships for diverse college students from ALL ACADEMIC MAJORS at high profile media companies across the United States. Host companies include but are not limited to HBO, AMC Networks, ESPN, Comcast, Facebook, Discovery, Viacom Media Networks and more!
For more Information & to RSVP

Interested in Working for a Nonprofit?

On Wednesday, November 15 & Thursday, November 16, non-profits seeking spring 2018 interns will take over the University Career Center to conduct interviews with UMD students interested in their internships!

Click here to view the list of participating non-profits.

To apply, click on the job title.
You will then be asked to log in with your UMD Directory ID and password.
You may apply to as many internships that are of interest to you.

In order to be considered for an interview, you must apply through Careers4Terps by Sunday, October 22 at 11:59p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions about On-Campus Interviews are addressed here

Intern For A Day

Host list available:

go.umd.edu/IFAD

In order to receive an application to participate in Intern for a Day, students must attend an informative, 30-minute orientation session that will cover the application process, how you will be matched with a host, best practices when shadowing your host on-site, and how to show appreciation to your host after your experience.

Orientation Dates

Monday, October 9, 12-12:30pm

Monday, October 9, 4-4:30pm

Tuesday, October 10, 12-12:30pm

Tuesday, October 10, 4-4:30pm

Wednesday, October 11, 12-12:30pm

Wednesday, October 11, 4-4:30pm

Thursday, October 12, 12-12:30pm

Thursday, October 12, 4-4:30pm

Extended Deadline for Winter and Summer Study Abroad Sessions

The application deadline for the following Maryland short-term Winter & Spring Break 2018 programs has been extended to October 15, 2017! Note: all applicants must still commit to the program by October 18th. If you have any questions or concerns about submitting your application, please contact Rose Malone at 301-405-8309 or rmalone3@umd.edu

UMD-Spring Break: Cuba: International Investigations in Cuban Education (EDHI)

UMD-Spring Break: France: Classical Myths in Paris (CLAS)

UMD-Spring Break: Japan: Disaster Recovery in Japan (BSST)

UMD-Spring Break: United Arab Emirates: Global Immersio Experience (CPSP/HONR)

UMD-Winter: Chile: Design for Climate and Culture (LARC)

UMD-Winter: Cuba: Critical Cultures in Contemporary Cuba (SPAN)

UMD-Winter: Ecuador: Technology, Education and Society: Ecuador in Context (CPSP/LASC)

UMD-Winter: El Salvador: El Salvador's Children: Risk, Poverty and Education (EDSP/CPSP/LASC)

UMD-Winter: Italy: Ancient Greek and Roman Culture in Context (CLAS/ARTH)

UMD-Winter: Mexico: Photography in Oaxaca (ARTT)

UMD-Winter: Morocco: In the Footsteps of the Beat Generation (ARHU/ENGL)

UMD-Winter: Netherlands, Germany & Belgium: International and Multicultural Perspectives in Education (EDUC/CPSP)

UMD-Winter: Slovakia: Fake News: Journalists Confront Lies and Propaganda (JOUR)

UMD-Winter: Spain: Cultures of the Contact Zone - Seville, Al-Andalus, and the Atlantic World (SPAN/HONR)

UMD-Winter: Taiwan: Exploring a Different China (CHINA/HONR)

UMD-Winter: United Kingdom: Documentary Filmmaking in London (COMM

  As a reminder, we have developed a handy tool for finding what short-term program options are available for your students. Find it here!

TWO Events from the American Geographical Society!

RSVP THIS WEEK for an Information Session on the Millennium Challenge Corporation

Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) headquartered in Washington, D.C. is a small, innovative and independent Federal foreign aid agency that is helping lead the fight against global poverty. We partner with countries worldwide to promote growth, help people lift themselves out of poverty and invest in future generations. Additionally, we also work with our partner countries in promoting gender equality and empowering all women and girls.

MCC is hosting students from Universities in the Washington, D.C area for an information session where we plan to discuss our mission, career opportunities, application process and student program opportunities including our internship programs, and our summer international internship program at our compact and threshold countries.

Date: November 8, 2017

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Address:

1099 14th Street NW
Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005

RVSP: mccdiversity@mcc.gov

If interested in attending our informative session at MCC, please RSVP by October 13th.

Book Program Lecture

March: Book Three co-authors Congressman John Lewis and Mr. Andrew Aydin, will be speaking on campus Thursday, October 12, 7-9 in the Memorial Chapel.

The event is free but tickets are required. Students, faculty and staff members may pick up tickets beginning Monday, October 9 from 12-10 pm in the Stamp Student Union Ticket Office.

Members of the University of Maryland community may pick up a copy of the book in the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Marie Mount Hall, room 2411.

For more information, please see www.fyb.umd.edu

GIS Specialist I-Term Job Offer with Montgomery Planning

The Information Technology and Innovation Division with Montgomery County Planning Department of the Maryland National Capital Parks and Planning Commission has a GIS Specialist I position open!

GIS Specialists I perform technical mapping/data processing tasks, like certifying and approving accuracy of planimetric and property maps, developing and modifying GIS applications, developing analyses and map presentations with GIS, along with many other tasks. Applicants for this position should be able to create, update, and maintain software applications, complete report requests using GIS, provide GIS technical support for those within the company and contractors. The salary for this job is $46,293-$79,213.

To qualify for this position, each applicant should have...

• a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 24 credit hours in cartography, geography, computer science, information management, GIS, engineering, photgrammetry or related fields
• an Associate's degree or nationally recognized certificate in GIS including work in the previously mentioned fields or related field with two years' experience in GIS operating on UNIX, DOS, and Windows platforms as a substitution for a Bachelor's degree
• (OR) an equivalent combination of education and experience

If this position is of interest to you, submit and application with a resume and cover letter to HRMCPL@mncppc-mc.org no later than October 18, 2017 11:59pm. To find the application visit www.montgomeryplanning.org

TONIGHT!

When: TONIGHT 6 PM
Where: LeFrak Hall room 1220

Join the Geography Club for a night of mapping with OpenStreetMap on humanitarian aid projects. There will be free food, of course. 

No prior experience is necessary, just bring your laptop.

Hope to see you there!

National Tutor Appreciation Week Events!

New Minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation

Information Sessions for the Workforce Recruitment Program

The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with accommodations or disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs. The WRP connects graduate students, college students and recent graduates with disabilities to employers across the nation for paid summer internships and full-time jobs. Check out www.wrp.gov to learn more.

Participation is open to all students with disabilities at all academic levels, majors, and degree programs. Individuals who have graduated after April 2016, are eligible to participate this year. Veterans with disabilities are especially urged to apply.

INFO SESSIONS FOR WRP APPLICANTS (voluntary but recommended)

OCTOBER 11 1-2pm Webinar

OCTOBER 12 4:30-5:30pm Hornbake South 3134

See Career Center website for further details.

The WRP is one of the main paths to:

•   Find an internship or permanent position at federal agencies
•   Explore careers in the federal service
•   Gain interviewing experience 

Click here for further information on the program.

How it works: 

• Read this message
• Register your interest
• Initial registration is approved
• Finish registration (upload documents-we'll work together on this)
• Prepare for interview
• Interview with WRP recruiter

To qualify, an eligible candidate:

• Must have a disability which makes the candidate eligible to use the Schedule A hiring authority (see link below or the explanation in the Student Resource section of the WRP website - Schedule A Checklist for Candidates)
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be a current, full-time, degree-seeking, post-secondary student, unless they are taking a reduced course load due to a disability OR are in their final semester; OR a recent graduate

DEADLINE for registration: October 17, 2017   

For the 2018 WRP release, interviews will be held in the fall of 2017.  Candidates who are accepted into WRP will then be interviewed for federal and private sector positions.  A recruiter will be assigned to the University of Maryland to conduct phone interviews with qualified candidates.

EmployAbility at UMD

The University Career Center employs a dedicated expert in the field of employment of people with disabilities. Our staff supports all students with accommodations or disabilities in the recruitment, hiring, and on-boarding process. We offer programs and workshops throughout the year and we hope to see you there. Check the Center's calendar for events.

To increase your students' chances of success in the highly sought-after WRP, please have them contact our specialist, listed below. We can guide the application process and prepare them to succeed.

Mental Health Awareness Week

Last chance to apply for NASA DEVELOP Program is October 6th

The NASA DEVELOP Program is currently recruiting for the spring 2018 term. This is a 10-week paid contracting position open for current students, recent college graduates, and career transitioning professionals including veterans of the Armed Forces. Although the term is only 10 weeks, there are many opportunities to advance through the program to year-long contracts.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth Science. Our projects focus on addressing local and international community concerns while utilizing NASA's Earth observations. Participants work in teams, with guidance from NASA and partner science advisors, to demonstrate to partner organizations how NASA remote sensing imagery can be used in water resources, disaster management, ecological forecasting, and other applications to address environmental community concerns. DEVELOP’s projects are interdisciplinary in nature, so applications are welcome from all academic backgrounds.

Details about the program and how to apply can be found at http://develop.larc.nasa.gov/. The spring online application window is August 28 – October 6. The spring program dates are January 22 – March 30. The DEVELOP program has three terms: spring, summer, and fall – the term dates and application windows are updated on the “Apply” page of the DEVELOP website. In addition to Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD, there are many other locations across the United States that you can find on the "About" page.

Responsibilities include: literature review, data processing and analysis, and composing deliverables including a technical paper, poster, presentation, and video. Previous GIS or remote sensing knowledge, while beneficial and more competitive, are not required for acceptance.

Applicants must have excellent communication and writing skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Days of the week are flexible, but applicants should be able to commit to 20-30 hours per week for the spring term. Paid positions are funded as consultants using a rate determined by application type, education level, and location.

START Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2018 Internship Program!

What is START? 

The Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) is a DHS Center of Excellence based at the University of Maryland.

Who can apply?

Students with a wide array of skills and majors  (including but not limited to: Criminology, Communications, Government, International Relations, Public Policy, History, GIS, Geography, Economics, English, Mathematics, Psychology, Languages and Statistics). Students from any institution may apply and we will consider current and recently graduated undergraduates and graduates as well. 

Why should I apply for an internship at START?

In addition to the experience gained during their internship, interns will also receive mentoring, training and are able to participate in a calendar of professional development activities. START is also willing to work with academic institutions to enable students to undertake our internships for credit. Our internships are unpaid and students must be able to undertake their work hours at START at the University of Maryland College Park, unless stated in the internship description.

Where do I go to get more information? 

Visit their website to see what positions are available and to access the application form: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships.