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Friday, April 23, 2021
Apply for Summer/Fall 2021 BSOS Undergraduate Experience Funds!
Friday, April 9, 2021
Orientation Peer Advisor Positions - PAID Summer Job. Application due 4/19
Hello GeoTerps! BSOS is looking for Summer Peer Advisors (paid position - see flyer). This would be a great job for someone who enjoys helping other students or wants to learn more about advising/academia.
Email bsosorientation@gmail.
Thursday, March 4, 2021
BSOS Intern For A Day Lite-Spring 2021 edition!
The University Career Center is excited to share that the list of 270+ professionals for Intern for a Day Lite is now available on go.umd.edu/ifad. Technically 1,100 virtual informational interviews could occur between professionals and students!!! This is a fantastic opportunity for those of you who are just starting to explore career options or who are researching organizations for internship/job options.
USDA APHIS, Cambridge, MD
Wildlife Services Geographer
Cambridge, MD Eastern
I serve as the Staff Geographer for the Operational Support Staff for USDA Wildlife Services. I assist program leads in creating and maintaining geospatial applications using Esri software and additional GIS technologies. I am also the WS system administrator for the Esri APHIS GIS Portal where I manage user roles and permissions.
NASA, Silver Spring, MD
Physical Research Scientist, Google GSFC Earth Sciences Division
I am a Scientist at NASA studying urbanization from satellite imagery. I have an MA and PhD from UMD Geography. I used to lead the education and public outreach efforts in the earth sciences division at Goddard space flight center so I can talk about careers in stem fields, careers at NASA in earth sciences and a number of other related geosciences fields. Internship opportunities at gsfc etc.
Global Science and Technology, Inc., Greenbelt, MD
Contractor for NASA Senior Support Scientist
My scientific research interests are in landscape ecology and disturbance mapping within the boreal forests of North America. I utilize GIS and Remote Sensing to understand aspects of the disturbance regime, most recently researching the influence of a changing fire frequency on carbon consumption in Alaskan black spruce forests.
In my work for the Carbon Cycle and Ecosystems office at NASA I have moved into support science where I provide various types of support for the Arctic-Boreal Vulnerability Experiment (ABoVE) including geographical and data management, assistance in developing the ABoVE Science Cloud needs and requirements, and even cartographic, GIS, web mapping and data display support. I also support the airborne campaign flights and fly with the NASA aircraft from time to time.
Find my CV here: https://science.gsfc.
Steps to Participate in Intern For a Day, Lite:
Enroll in and complete this 20-minute asynchronous online orientation between Monday, March 1 and Monday, March 22, 2021 to learn about the program and best practices to conduct an informational interview. It is required to complete the orientation in order to have access to the application.
You will receive the Intern for a Day Lite application on Tuesday, March 23 and you will rank the top 8 professionals you're most interested in talking to through an informational interview.
After you submit your application by the deadline of Sunday, March 28, University Career Center staff members will begin matching students with professionals.
You will be notified of your match by early April 2021!
Questions can be directed to ifad@umd.edu. Hosted by the University Career Center.
Monday, February 1, 2021
Upcoming GEOG & GIS Career Chats!
Interested in a career path in the geographical sciences field? RSVP to join: https://fellercenter.
- February 10, 2021 - 4:00 pm
Dana Kuan, GEOG '98 | Platform Configuration Engineer, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency: Dana graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in May 1998 with a BS in Geography with a Specialization in GIS (then known as Cartography). After graduation, she began her career with the Department of Defense. Later she earned her MS in Information Systems from American University in 2001. Her current title is Platform Configuration Engineer where she is the Team Lead for the world's largest private ArcGIS Portal instance of any ESRI installation.
- February 24, 2021 - 4:30 pm
Richard Whitley, GEOG '17 | Geospatial Analyst, Agile Group USA: Richard graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2017 with a degree in Geographical Sciences and a minor in Remote Sensing.
- March 24, 2021 - 4:00 pm
Rachel Moore Marks, GEOG '15 | GIS Analyst and Ecological Modeler, Maryland Department of Natural Resources: Rachel graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2015 with a degree in Geographical Sciences.
View all BSOS CAREER CHATS: Interested in learning about a new field or gaining industry specific application tips? Attend this 30-minute session to learn how these alumni made it! The session will be informal and start with a short overview, followed by a Q&A with students. Students will have the option to talk with professionals through the Zoom chat feature or unmute themselves to pose questions. Questions about the Career Chats? Please email mcslone@umd.edu. Hosted by the Joel & Kim Feller Center for BSOS Advising & Career Planning
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Announcing BSOS Summer Scholars Program (2021)
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APPLY TODAY for the Terp DREAM Scholarship. Deadline- 3.24.21
APPLY TODAY: Applications for the Terp DREAM scholarship are due on March 24, 2021 by 5 PM.
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Thursday, December 3, 2020
BSOS Trivia Night
5:10 – 5:50 PM - First Session (5 Rounds)
5:50 – 6:00 PM - Regroup
6:10 – 6:50 PM - Second Session (5 Rounds)
6:50 – 7:00 PM - Winner Announcement
Monday, October 5, 2020
Opportunity to learn about GIS career paths!
BSOS Career Chats: Mini conversations around BIG topics
Interested in career paths in Geographic Information System? Register to join: go.umd.edu/careerchats the October 14th @ 4 pm BSOS Career Chat.
Caroline Bruchman, GEOG '17 is currently a GIS Analyst at Mead & Hunt, where her main job responsibilities are transportation planning and environmental permitting. As a participant in the GEOG 5-Year Master's program, her graduate school experiences include Research Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Data Management Analyst, and Academic Advisor. Caroline's undergraduate experiences include BSOS Peer Advisor and Office of Sustainability intern. REGISTER TO JOIN: go.umd.edu/careerchats the October 14th @ 4 pm BSOS Career Chat.
BSOS CAREER CHATS: Interested in learning about a new field or gaining industry specific application tips? Attend this 30-minute session to learn how these alumni made it! The session will be informal and start with a short overview, followed by a Q&A with students. Students will have the option to talk with professionals through the Zoom chat feature or unmute themselves to pose questions. Questions about the Career Chats? Please email bsoscareers@umd.edu. Hosted by the Joel and Kim Feller BSOS Advising & Career Planning office.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
GEOG Departmental webinar 9/17/20
Please join for a departmental webinar via Zoom on 9/17/20, from 3:45 - 5:00pm.
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Rachel Berndtson, Ph.D.
Assistant Director of Academic Programs
2181L LeFrak Hall
Department of Geographical Sciences
University of Maryland, College Park
START Spring 2021 Internship Program Now Accepting Applications!
Dear all,
The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications
You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/
Why choose an internship at START?
- Experience working with a large team of dynamic and experienced researchers.
- Exposure to cutting edge theories and methods.
- Deepen your understanding of current issues in terrorism and homeland security.
- Work on projects of immediate interest to the practitioner and policy community.
- Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers.
- Opportunity to work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests.
- Enrichment activities offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth, schedule includes simulations, career presentations and research talks.
- Mentorship from START staff and researchers in a successful professional environment.
- Internships can be undertaken for academic credit (depending on approval from your institution and department).
How to apply:
Please visit https://www.start.umd.
Spring 2021 application deadlines:
Priority application deadline:
Final application deadline: Su
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Yours sincerely,
Eva
Experiential Education Specialist
National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism
University of Maryland
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Phone: +1 (301) 405-7019
E-mail: escoll@umd.edu
Thursday, September 3, 2020
Hello Geographers!
Friday, July 24, 2020
Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August
Career Events for BSOS Majors: July/August
Click Here to view details for all of the events below.
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.
Thursday, February 13, 2020
2020 Campus Career and Internship Fair
Friday, February 7, 2020
BSOS Scholarships
- The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Scholarship Award (for Students with Financial Need)
- Gregory F. Ball Scholarship Award (for Students Interested in Biological Psychology/Neuroscience)
- Katherine Pedro & Robert S. Beardsley Scholarship Award (for Student Leaders)
- Luca Wyatt DeLaGarza Scholarship Award (for Graduates of High Schools in Charles County, MD)
- Irv & Micki Goldstein Scholarship Award (for Academically Talented Rising Seniors)
- Herskowitz Family Endowed Scholarship (for Students Engaged in Public Service)
- Maryland Environmental Service Scholarship (for ENSP Students Pursuing a Career in Environmental Protection)
- Parichehr Hedayat Missaghi Scholarship Award (for Students Devoted to the Defense of Women's Rights)
- The Montgomery Family Endowed Scholarship Award (for Rising Juniors from an Inner City/Rural Community)
- Murray E. Polakoff Scholarship Award (for Rising Sophomores or Juniors Engaged in Community Service)
- Portogallo Family Endowed Scholarship for BSOS (for Students from Nassau and Suffolk Counties in Long Island, New York)
- Jean & Robert Steele Scholarship Award (for First Generation Rising Juniors and Seniors)
- Benjamin, Mary, and Maryanne Sharp Endowed Scholarship Award (for Graduates of International Secondary Schools)
- Submit a complete application by February 10, 2020 at 9AM.
- Have completed at least one semester (Fall 2019 or earlier) at the University of Maryland.
- Plan to attend the University of Maryland during the Fall 2020 semester - Students graduating Spring 2020 are not eligible to apply.
- Be enrolled in a BSOS major or an ENSP track housed within BSOS.
- Submit all application materials by the deadline (see below). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Meet and maintain the original scholarship qualifications; if not met at the time of Fall 2020 funds disbursement, the scholarship will not be awarded.
- Transcript (official or unofficial) – Student’s cumulative GPA from the University of Maryland will be considered
- Resume (1-2 pages)
- Short Bio (250 words or less) – Include year of study, major, other activities relevant to scholarship and professional activities
- Short Answer (250 words or less. Note: each scholarship asks a unique question. You must submit answers for every scholarship to which you are applying)
- Academic Reference – Name and email of one University of Maryland faculty or staff member who can speak on behalf of your academic performance and candidacy for a scholarship based on the qualifications set forth. (Note: you should request permission to list this person as your reference, but they will not need to submit a letter.)
- Statement of Financial Need – Brief personal statement regarding your financial need, if any, and how a scholarship would benefit you. (Note: you do not need to receive financial aid/assistance to qualify for a scholarship)
- Financial Aid Awards Statement – This is only required if you receive any form of financial assistance (other scholarships, loans, grants, etc.). Your statement, if applicable, may be viewed by visiting http://www.testudo.umd.edu/, clicking on "Financials" (in the left menu bar), then "Show me my Financial Aid Status" (green button), then “Print Your Award Information” (under the “Awards” tab in the top menu bar).
- Students who have previously been awarded a College of Behavioral and Social Sciences scholarship may not reapply for the scholarship which they were awarded; however, past recipients are welcome to apply for other scholarships, if qualified.
- Students may apply for more than one scholarship; however, they must meet the individual qualifications and submit separate short answer responses for each scholarship.
- Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the college’s Scholarship Dinner in the spring semester.