Shriver Center

Attention UMBC Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors:

Are you interested in giving back to your community? Why wait until fall
2008 to find the perfect opportunity? The Shriver Center (1st Floor
Public Policy Building) is open all summer to help you find an exciting
service-learning position.

For the fall, some of the many service positions available touch kids,
teens and adults in and around Baltimore in local schools and community
organizations like the YMCA's Multiple Sclerosis Swim Program, Charlestown
(Retirement Community), Project Team, College Gardens, Education Based
Latino Outreach, and The Learning Bank.

To secure your position for the fall, contact Alesia Hovatter at
alesiah1@umbc.edu or Lori Hardesty at lhardesty@umbc.edu . For more
details visit The Shriver Center Service-Learning Webpage
http://www.shrivercenter.org/service_forms.html and click in the link to
the Service-Learning Opportunities Chart.

Have you found the internship of your dreams on your own, but just don't know how to get credit for it? Do you want a notation on your transcript for all your hard work, but are unsure how to proceed?

Well look no further! The staff at the UMBC Shriver Center is here to help!

That internship you found is important to obtain admission to graduate school and to find employment after graduation. You gain experience, can get paid, and could potentially obtain three upper level credits, all by interning only 8 to 10 hours per week.

Best of all, if you found an internship or co-op on your own for the fall, you can get the notation on your transcript - FREE OF CHARGE.
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_obtainingcredit.html

UMBC Athletics would like to offer an ongoing internshi for a student interested in videography, video production, content production, etc. in an athletic environment. They have numerous projects that would provide outstanding learning opportunities and hands-on experience. Such projects may include the production of six-eight video vignettes per semester, featuring our student athletes and being available on www.umbcretrievers.com and UMBC's you tube, production on a thirty-minute coaches program, which would air on WVIE (AM 1370) radio and be streamed live on www.umbcretrievers.tv and other pieces to air on nearly 50 radio and video streamed UMBC athletic events.

If interested, apply to this internship via Internships Posted through the Shriver Center on UMBCworks.

The financial consultant intern will be responsible for providing marketing, sales, administrative and operations support to a expanding financial planning practice.

Marketing efforts will include assisting in event planning and implementing a client dinner seminar as well as coordinating education classes for Certified Public Accounts (CPA). Marketing efforts will also include adding client profile information to our client database.

Sales efforts include making business 401k calls to prospects located in the Howard County, Anne Arundel County and Baltimore areas. In addition to calling prospects, the intern will occasionally call existing clients with new ideas on Smith Barney products and services.

Finally, operational support will include researching financial materials that will be used for e-mail distributions, training clients on how to use Smith Barney Assess, our online service, and assisting in analyzing this information to increase the effectiveness of sales efforts and future marketing campaigns.

Technical, as well as sales training and coaching will be provided in each of these areas.

APPLY VIA UMBCworks under Internships Posthed Through The Shriver Center

Foreign Deligations Intern- Assist in planning programs for upcoming foreign delegations including professional programming and logistics; escorting groups to professional meetings and visiting MD government and private sector offices and facilities; researching local resources and learning about State of Maryland and its private, public and non-profit sectors; serving our members and clients as requested. Knowledge of a foreign language is a plus.

Spring Operations Intern- Research and learn about Maryland's top international companies and industries; market research; prepare financial analysis; assist in Board of Directors management as well as daily office operations.

APPLY TO THESE INTERN POSITIONS ON UMBCworks under Internships Posted Through the Shriver Center.

There is a new and exciting service-learning course that has just been added to the books for fall 2008: BIOL 390/CMSC 391A, Tuesdays 11:30 am-12:45 pm. This 3-credit course is designed to bridge concepts of learning with current realities in the work place. Students will be placed in service sites throughout the Baltimore region (schools, non-profits organizations, etc.) 3-5 hour/week while at the same time learning skills and enhancing professional development.

Transfer students (with at least 30 credits coming into UMBC), particularly Biology and/or Computer Science majors are strongly encouraged to participate. Develop a greater awareness of your professional field while serving others! For more info, contact instructor Tom Penniston at (410) 455-2493 or pthomas1@umbc.edu.

By volunteering 3-5 hours per week through The Shriver Center, you can earn a transcript notation for your support. Are you interested in such populations as (but not limited to):

- Mentoring/Tutoring Youth
- MS Patients (through swim therapy)
- Dogs and cats in need of adoption
- Local Clinics/Community Centers to connect people to much-needed resources

If you're interested in getting that experience you need AND making upwards of $12.50/hour, apply to this position today! Simply search Keyword: Glazer Kennedy on UMBCworks in order to find this fantastic position. Position description is below the break. If you have any questions, contact Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center, moettel@umbc.edu.

If you've wanted to learn EVERY facet of the Graphic Design process, this is your chance! A.V. Brands is looking for you to join them as an intern. Detailed information is below the break. Must be 21 to apply, as this position is for a wine/beer/spirits importer. Search Keyword: A.V. Brands on UMBCworks to apply today! Questions, contact Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center, moettel@umbc.edu.

General Electric will be interviewing on-campus this fall for academic year and summer internship opportunities at the GE Health Care - Maternal Infant Care (MIC) Division in Laurel, MD. Through these positions you will gain hands-on engineering experience with topics such as Lean manufacturing, materials issues, CAD and project management. Position descriptions are provided below. Resume drop closes October 7, so apply today through UMBCworks. Questions? Contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak in The Shriver Center at kerryk@umbc.edu.

Do you have an interview coming up for an internship or co-op or just need some basic interview help?

TWO SESSIONS TO PICK FROM
Wed., 9/10, Noon to 1pm, Shriver Center Conference RM, 1st Fl Public Policy
Wed., 9/17, Noon to 1pm, Shriver Center Conference RM, 1st Fl Public Policy

Participate in The Shriver Center's hour long Intern and Co-op Interview Seminar to:
- obtain assistance with what questions to prepare for
- how best to answer questions based on the skills and experiences you offer
- learn what to wear
- and obtain additional tips on the types of questions you should ask during an interview.

Useful handouts will be provided.

PAID PART-TIME INTERN NEEDED AT THE MD DEPT OF PLANNING
IF INTERESTED: Apply via UMBCworks or send your resume to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center ASAP

The intern will assist in GIS mapping, data collections, planning information analysis for evaluating transit supportive land use policies, regulations, and development practices in metro Baltimore and Washington regions, southern Maryland, and other areas. The intern will learn and enhance use of planning tools (e.g., GIS and database, maps and charts).

This intern will have opportunities to expose and assist in other MDP's transportation planning tasks including Smart Growth related researches and analyses, land use and transportation GIS/modeling analyses including residential and/or developer location choice related to transportation accessibility, and transportation planning analyses at local, regional and state levels.

Required basic skills: Proficiency in GIS, Excel program, and basic knowledge of smart growth and transportation planning.

The UMBC Shriver Center has MANY PAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming FALL and we still need students to fill them.

Internships are important to obtain admission to graduate school and to find a position after graduation. You gain experience and can also earn 3 credits by interning 8 to 10 hours per week.

Once you meet with a coordinator, we will send your resume to organizations that interest you. In other words, we'll do the mailing and employer outreach on your behalf.

IN ORDER TO GET STARTED, PLEASE:
1) Make an appointment to meet with a coordinator to get your resume reviewed if you have not done so already. Stop by the Shriver Center office (1st floor UMBC Public Policy Building) or call 410-455-2493 to schedule the appointment. The appointment will take no longer than half an hour. Instructions on where to upload your resume can be found at:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

During our meeting, we will review your resume, go over your credit options, and show you how to apply to positions.

IF YOU ALREADY HAVE AN INTERNSHIP/CO-OP or RESEARCH position and just want credit or an internship/co-op/research notation on your transcript, please call our office to make an appointment to see a coordinator. We will simply need a letter/memo from your employer verifying that you are working at least 8 to 10 hours per week. If you found your position using UMBCworks, you will not need to provide this information.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to e-mail me. We look forward to working with you to locate a great internship, co-op, or research position.

Welcome back to UMBC!

Tuesday, 9/2 to Thursday, 9/4 from 9am to 4pm
The Shriver Center, Public Policy, 1st Floor

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP, CO-OP, OR RESEARCH POSITION THIS FALL? Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit? Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

OVER 500 LISTINGS ARE NOW IN UMBCworks and MANY ARE PAID!!

The UMBC Shriver Center can help you answer all of those questions. The Shriver Center has MANY PAID and UNPAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming FALL and we need students to fill them.

Internships are important to obtain admission to graduate school and to find a position after graduation. You gain experience and are almost certainly eligible to earn upper level credit by interning 8 to 10 hours per week.

Once you meet with a coordinator, The Shriver Center will send your resume to organizations that interest you. In other words, we'll do the mailing and employer outreach on your behalf.

To get started stop by the Shriver Center ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Tuesday, September 2 to Thursday, September 4 for the Fall 2008 Kick Off. Simply bring an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive or CD and we'll get you set up on UMBCworks and ready to look for positions THAT DAY! It's that simple!

No appointments, no hassle, and best of all, FREE COFFEE!!! All it takes is 20 minutes of your time.

We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center!
1ST Floor of the Public Policy Building

If these days do not work, please feel free to stop by or call our office at 410-455-2493 to make an appointment.

UMBCworks currently features a number of IT internships for students in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Technology Administration, and Computer Engineering.

Organizations hiring interns include:
Microsoft
Lockheed Martin
Northrop Grumman
T. Rowe Price
Morgan Stanley

And many more!

Be sure to check out UMBCworks today to see them all.

New to UMBCworks? Email Casey Miller at cmille1@umbc.edu and he can help you get started.

A leadership position is available this fall at Project Team, one of the service sites through The Shriver Center. Project Team was founded by Jason Woody (UMBC '04) in honor of one of the 9/11 victims named Deora Bodley. Project Team works in area community centers (Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs) throughout the region, bringing volunteers out twice a week to lead various teamwork and leadership development activities. It has expanded nationally and is now entering the 6th year at UMBC. For more info about Project Team, go to http://www.dbpt.org/

It takes place Mondays and Wednesdays, 4-7 pm and will begin mid-September until mid-December 2008. There is a $500 stipend, as well as a transcript notation for service-learning. Interested candidates should contact Clare Greene, Service-Learning Coordinator of Community Partnerships at The Shriver Center at clare6@umbc.edu or at (410) 455-2493.

Learn how you can be part of a unique program helping children and families address the broad spectrum of issues that determine health and well-being. Project HEALTH seeks to mobilize college students at UMBC to implement public health interventions in partnership with St. Agnes Hospital, our university, and community organizations.This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in health, medicine, and interested in public health and policy.

Two Info Sessions are now available:

- Thursday, September 4th, PUP 204, 12-1 pm
- Friday, September, 5th, PUP 203, 12-1 pm

For more information on Project HEALTH, visit http://www.projecthealth.org. For all other questions related to this info session, contact Project HEALTH at umbc.projecthealth@gmail.com.

Interested in working with a VP at one of the top television networks in the state? Here's your chance!!! MPT is looking for a Corporate Communications Interns to work directly with one of their Vice Presidents! If interested, do Keyword Search: Maryland Public Television and apply to the Corporate Communications Internship today! Full position description after the break...

ALLIANCE FOR EXCELLENT EDUCATION IS LOOKING FOR A PAID POLICY INTERN THIS FALL SEMESTER (OPEN TO UNDERGRADUATES & GRADUATE STUDENT)

The intern will work closely with all members of the policy staff in Alliance efforts and will:
- Assist staff by conducting legislative research, developing policy fact sheets, tracking federal legislation, and attending congressional hearings and briefings.
- Provide staff with support in research and analysis of various topics, organizations, and key players in the field.
- Assist in the development of case studies of promising practices in education.
- Attend conferences, briefings, and forums as a representative of the Alliance.
- Assist in the preparation of Alliance publications and events.

FULL LISTING ON UMBCworks- Internship Posting through The Shriver Center

OPEN TO JUNIORS, SENIORS, & GRADUATE STUDENTS W/ WORK AUTHORIZATION & a 3.0 GPA OR HIGHER

These positions are pad- $12plus per hour

Currently, students majoring in Aging Services, Public policy, Political Science, HAPP, Economics, ISD, IS, Math/Statistics, and Sociology are requested.

For full listings, visit UMBCworks - Internships Posting through The Shriver Center or e-mail Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center for the position listings- routzahn@umbc.edu

Tuesday, 9/2 to Thursday, 9/4 from 9am to 4pm
The Shriver Center, Public Policy, 1st Floor

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP, CO-OP, OR RESEARCH POSITION THIS FALL? Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit? Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

OVER 500 LISTINGS ARE NOW IN UMBCworks and MANY ARE PAID!!

The UMBC Shriver Center can help you answer all of those questions. The Shriver Center has MANY PAID and UNPAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming FALL and we need students to fill them.

Internships are important to obtain admission to graduate school and to find a position after graduation. You gain experience and are almost certainly eligible to earn upper level credit by interning 8 to 10 hours per week.

Once you meet with a coordinator, The Shriver Center will send your resume to organizations that interest you. In other words, we'll do the mailing and employer outreach on your behalf.

To get started stop by the Shriver Center ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Tuesday, September 2 to Thursday, September 4 for the Fall 2008 Kick Off. Simply bring an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive or CD and we'll get you set up on UMBCworks and ready to look for positions THAT DAY! It's that simple!

No appointments, no hassle, and best of all, FREE COFFEE!!! All it takes is 20 minutes of your time.

We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center!
1ST Floor of the Public Policy Building

If these days do not work, please feel free to stop by or call our office at 410-455-2493 to make an appointment.