The School of Public Policy is hiring a student services coordinator! This position will oversee recruitment, graduate financial aid and other student support. The person will also join a fun team and growing community.
Please share with your networks! Job posting below:
https://ejobs.umd.edu/
Best Consideration Date
11/09/2021
Please forward this internship announcement to college-level students who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the fields of Earth Science and/or Education.
For more information and to apply to this opportunity, visit -
https://nasacentral.force.com/
Project Description
My NASA Data seeks an intern to develop resources using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with remotely-sensed data to promote understanding of Earth system phenomena for students and teachers in grades 3-12. This opportunity is intended for individuals who are interested in practical applications of remote sensing and GIS, specifically in the field of Earth Science. My NASA Data currently provides GIS resources (i.e., storymaps and web apps) that focus on regional, national, and global Earth System Science phenomena while utilizing NASA’s Earth observations. This internship will help to build and improve the resources in this collection. The scope of this internship includes but is not limited to: evaluating and improving upon existing My NASA Data visualizations using ESRI ArcGIS Online Storymap tool based on teacher feedback researching and gathering information for the creation of ESRI storymaps and interactive models working with NASA Earth data through the NASA Earth Science Earth Observing System Data and Information System (EOSDIS) and other data sources creating new interactive models for teachers and students in grades 3-12 within the framework Next Generation Science Standards developing support materials for classroom implementation Applicants must have experience developing storymaps and web apps using ArcGIS and remotely sensed data, as well as exhibit excellent communication and writing skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced (virtual) environment.
The individual should have the following skills: General experience with GIS tools and/or procedures. Expertise in mapping data formats and tools. Geosciences. Ability to work and be accountable in a highly productive team. Ability and self-discipline to work in a virtual environment. Able to collaborate with multiple individuals at varying levels. Possess strong time management skills. Have organizational skills and strategies. Possess strong writing and verbal skills. Possess a disposition for communication and cooperation. Analytical. Creative. Data-literate. Computer-literate. Requires a degree in STEM field or seeking a degree in STEM field. Prior experience with developing geospatial products particularly using remotely-sensed data is a must. Degree in Earth Sciences preferred.
Academic & Other Information
Academic Level
Undergraduate Junior; Undergraduate Senior; Graduate Master's; Graduate Doctoral; Post-Doctoral
Preferred Major
Computer and Information Sciences - Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management; Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Programming; Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Science; Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Software and Media Applications; Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Systems Analysis; Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications; Computer and Information Sciences - Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications; Computer and Information Sciences - Data Processing; Computer and Information Sciences - Information Science/Studies; Education - Educational/Instructional Media Design; Education - Technology Education/Industrial Arts; Multi-disciplinary - Biological and Physical Sciences; Multi-disciplinary - Computational Science; Multi-disciplinary - Mathematics and Computer Science; Multi-disciplinary - Natural Sciences; Natural Resources Conservation and Research; Other-Not Listed; Physical Science - Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology; Physical Science - Geological and Earth Science/Geosciences; Science Technology - Science Technologies/Technicians; Social Science - Geography and Cartography
Mission Directorate
Science Mission Directorate
For more information and to apply to this opportunity, visit - https://nasacentral.force.com/
Attention Multiracial Young Adults!
Are your parents from two or more different racial backgrounds?
We
are holding 2-hour online focus groups with multiracial young adults
(18–25 years old) about factors related to alcohol and other drug use.
Participants will receive $30 for participation.
To be eligible for this study, you must be between the ages of 18 and 25 years old and identify as multiracial, biracial, mixed-race, or as having parents from two or more racial backgrounds.
For
more information and to see if you are eligible, please see the
attached flyer or contact Tessa Nalven, M.A. and her study team at
401-379-2295 or study.multiracial@gmail.com.
This research has been approved by the University of Rhode Island (URI) Institutional Review Board (IRB).
This project is supervised by Principal Investigator Dr. Nichea Spillane.
On Thursday, October 28, at 3:45-5:00 pm, this week's seminar will feature Dr. Shachak Peeri, Division Chief of NOAA Office of Coast Survey. He will give a talk on Operations and research at NOAA's Office of Coast Survey. Please see the text below for connection details and abstract. The talk will be on Zoom.
Abstract: NOAA's Coast Survey Development Lab (NOAA/NOS/OCS) is the Office of Coast Survey's division in charge of technical support and development services for ocean mapping, coastal and ocean modeling, charting sources and other applications that require DevOps and IT support. This seminar provides an opportunity to have a "meet and greet" presentation between the department and the lab. I will briefly present the lab's recent efforts in fields of ocean mapping, coastal modeling, uncrewed systems, and how the lab's projects and activities aligns with current NOAA strategic plans, and what metrics and processes are used in transition of applied science projects into operations.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://umd.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 991 9396 8299
Passcode: 6QnC6d
See you Thursday!
The Joel & Kim Feller Center for BSOS Academic Advising & Career Planning is pleased to host the BSOS Alumni Career Chat series. The Chats connect industry specific alumni/employers with BSOS majors over Zoom. Each Chat will last around 30-minutes and the format will be informal. Students will have the option to talk with professionals through the Zoom chat feature or unmute themselves to pose questions.
Students who attend will:
Hosted by the BSOS Career Planning team. Questions? Please email bsoscareers@umd.edu.
Federal Intelligence: FBI
Tuesday, October 5, 2021 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Virtual - RSVP through Careers4Terps
Meet four alumni working at the FBI. Panelists in this session are all University of Maryland alumni or current students.
Patrizia Pelingon, ANTH '20 | Program Coordinator, Institute for Sustainable Development
October 12, 2021 | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Virtual - RSVP through Careers4Terps
Patrizia Pelingon joined the Institute for Sustainable Development (ISD)
this past May as the nonprofit's Program Coordinator, following
graduating in Anthropology and Biological Sciences in December 2020.
Since joining ISD, she has helped execute internal operations and
supported projects in disaster resiliency and preparedness, economic
development, and small business technical assistance. She has previous
experience in teaching, guest experience, and student leadership.
Patrizia is also interested in health equity and improving health
outcomes for those in vulnerable and hard-to-reach communities.
Andrew Reece, CCJS & GVPT '10 | Senior Crime Analyst at the Roanoke Police Department
November 2, 2021 | 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. | Virtual - RSVP through Careers4Terps
Andrew Reece joined the Roanoke Police department in 2016 as a crime
analyst. Now a senior crime analyst, Andrew concentrates primarily on
crime series, trends/patterns, hot spot analysis, and various data
requests that come from inside and outside the department. Prior to
working in crime analysis, Andrew worked in bank fraud investigations at
Wells Fargo, served as a communications officer for the Virginia Tech
Police Department, and also did government contract work for the US
Department of Justice.
Applications for the Fall 2022 class are due November 19, 2021 via hinmanceos.umd.edu/apply
The Hinman CEOs Program enables undergraduates to develop innovative startup ideas into real companies through an immersive one-year academic and residential experience.
100+ Startups Launched - $1B+ Investments Raised - $10B+ Total Valuations
Our dynamic environment is conducive to helping you everyday by surrounding you with people who will mentor, inspire, and challenge you to achieve your entrepreneurial goals. You complete one course per semester during your time in the program, typically ENES 460 Fundamentals of Technology Startup Ventures in fall 2022 and ENES462 Marketing High-Technology Products and Innovations in spring 2023. You benefit from Hinman CEOs co-working spaces and coaching from Hinman CEOs faculty, staff, and alumni, and compete for exclusive Hinman CEOs seed funding for your startup.
"The Hinman CEOs Program is a great facilitator of ideas. It fosters a professional way of thinking about business, and exposes you to things you wouldn’t otherwise see."
Anthony Casalena, Founder and CEO of Squarespace, Hinman CEOs ‘05
Apply Now to Join in Fall 2022
Applications are open until November 19, 2021, for entrepreneurially-minded undergraduate students from all academic disciplines. If you are graduating spring 2023 or later, we invite your application. Residence within Hinman CEOs South Campus Commons Two housing is recommended, but not required.
To learn more, visit http://hinmanceos.umd.edu/
As undergraduate course registration approaches, I wanted to send an email in the hopes that you all will promote our course UNIV362: Designing Your Life After College to your juniors and seniors (students with 60+ credits).
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For everyone who submits an expression of interest, a bespoke itinerary is created and sent to you, this is based on your interests and career objectives. To submit an expression of interest click here.
Public, private, and non-profit organizations will attend to network with undergraduate and graduate students. All majors, degree levels, and alumni are welcome to attend. This event will be of particular interest to students majoring in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, and Environmental Science and Policy. RSVP TODAY through Careers4Terps to obtain the zoom log in.
Suggested attire: Business Casual. This event is open to all majors, but the discussion will be especially helpful for Geographical Sciences students. If you have questions about this event, please email the Feller Center’s Career Planning team at bsoscareers@umd.edu.
Hosted by: The Department of Geographical Sciences, the Feller
Center for Academic Advising & Career Planning, and the University
Career Center & The President’s Promise.
The
National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to
Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland,
is now accepting applications
The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Monday, November 1st at 11:59pm ET, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, November 14th at 11:59pm ET. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities! START is currently offering its program remotely and plans to continue doing so in the spring. Accepted interns may have the option to work in person pending further public health developments, but all will retain the ability to continue working remotely if desired. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/4Maryland.
Why choose an internship at START?
How to apply:
Please visit https://www.start.umd.
Virtual information sessions:
Interested students are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions, the first to be held on Thursday, October 21st at 3pm ET and the second on Wednesday, November 10th at 4pm ET. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, explore resume and cover letter tips, and to ask questions. Interested students can sign up for the 10/21/21 session here, and the 11/10/21 session here.
Any questions can be directed to escoll@umd.edu.
Hello All,
The 2022 Orientation Staff Application is LIVE! We hope you will SUBSCRIBE TO ORIENTATION and apply to be on the 2022 Orientation Staff! There are two different types of positions that you can choose to apply for: Orientation Advisor (OA) or Orientation Office Assistants. To put these positions in perspective, your OA's were the ones that you spent your orientation day with, and you probably spoke with an Office Assistant if you called to sign up or ask questions about orientation!
Recruitment Video 1.0 & Recruitment Video 2.0
If you are interested, we have a couple of information sessions to help you learn more about these positions on the following days:
Wednesday, September 15th @7:30 PM ESJ 1224
Wednesday, September 29th @7 PM ESJ 1224
Thursday, October 7th @10 AM Cole 1102
Tuesday, October 12th @7 PM CCC 1205
Monday, October 18th @7:30 PM ESJ 1224
Friday, October 22nd @12:30 Cole 1102
Monday, October 25th @7:30 PM ESJ 1224
Applications are open now at ter.ps/oriapply22, and are due by October 27th at 11:59 PM.
If you have questions, please email orientation@umd.edu. HERE is the job description for being an Orientation Advisor and an Orientation Office Assistant as well as more information about the benefits of the positions.
Thank you, and we look forward to reading your applications soon!
