Shriver Center

The Federal Service Student Ambassadors program produces a corps of college students ready to actively promote public service following their completion of a federal internship.

Who is eligible?
Any student interning with a federal agency in Washington, D.C. this summer (2009) who will be returning to their campus for the 2009-2010 school year is eligible to apply.

Bonus for students:
This is a paid, year-long position, with a stipend of $2,200 and an added $300 stipend for expenses and materials.

Bonus for UMBC:
If a student from your school is selected, we will train the student to do campus outreach promoting federal service. The student will be expected to work to build federal agency relationships and generally coordinate cross-campus efforts to educate their fellow students about career options in government.

Students can apply for the Federal Service Student Ambassadors program
at http://www.makingthedifference.org/ambassadors. For more information,
please contact ambassadors@ourpublicservice.org.

RWD is currently looking for some help desk interns for the summer. Please see position description below, and apply online at UMBCworks if you're interested.

RWD Help Desk Intern:
Provide end user desktop computer support. Monitor and test resolutions to make sure issues are resolved adequately.

Test and evaluate new hardware. Provide support for ongoing ITS projects and upgrades.

Required Credentials:

Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills with the
ability to present ideas effectively in business-friendly and user-friendly language, combined with strong listening and questioning skills Must possess a very strong customer service orientation

Knowledge of technology trends related to desktop-level user support Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Office applications Familiarity with technologies such as Active Directory, VPN, Remote Desktop, Windows Server, Exchange Server, SharePoint Server, and Mobile Devices

Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues as required Demonstrated problem solving abilities and keen attention to detail with the ability to absorb and retain information quickly Highly self-motivated and directed with ability to work in a team-oriented collaborative environment

This Friday, 4/10, the Shriver Center will be heading up to Big Huge Games to give students an opportunity to hear from folks inside the gaming industry. If you have any interest in gaming this is definitely a "don't miss" experience.

The van will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 12:30 on Friday, and will return around 3:30 to UMBC later that afternoon. Lunch will not be provided, so be sure to grab a bite to eat before you leave.

We can only take the first 20 students who sign up, so if you're interested, please email me, Casey Miller, at cmille1@umbc.edu as soon as possible.

See you this Friday!

Casey Miller
Assistant Director
The Shriver Center
UMBC

Are you thinking about volunteering for a year (or two) after college? Get a perspective from those who have! Join us for our Post-Graduate Service Discussion Panel that is being held in honor of National Volunteer Week. The panel will include alums from full-time service programs, offering a variety of options from faith-based service, to the domestic AmeriCorps, and the international Peace Corps. This intimate discussion panel will be held on the lower part of Flat Tuesdays on Monday, April 20th from 12-2pm. FREE pizza lunch provided for those who attend the event! Contact Clare Greene at clare6@umbc.edu.

The Shriver Center is currently seeking Service-Learning Interns for the Fall 2009 semester. Interns play a pivotal role in The Shriver Center's Service-Learning Program, which places close to 600 UMBC students each year at service sites. Service-Learning Interns are student leaders who aspire to take on a more challenging role to lead various service sites. The S-L Intern position offers numerous opportunities for personal and professional development, as well as linkages to future leadership positions at UMBC and beyond. Each S-L Intern position receives a $500-750 stipend for the semester, depending on the service site.

To download an application and find out more about the various positions, go to the following link http://www.shrivercenter.org/service_forms.html and at the bottom of the page, click onto "Service-Learning Intern Application - Fall 2009."

Applications should be submitted directly to The Shriver Center and are due Monday, May 4th, 2009 at 12 noon, so act fast!!! Contact Clare Greene at either (410) 455-2493 or via email at clare6@umbc.edu with any questions!

Job Title: INTERN

Location: OWINGS MILLS I

Reference #: 002882 Hire Range: $16,640 - $20,800

Responsibilities
This is a perfect opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing a career as an Analyst in either the Human Resources / Labor Relations field. The intern will partner with IT and Business leaders to ensure timely cost effective labor resources are obtained, review internal customer’s requests and determine the appropriate approach using established CareFirst defined processes and strategic direction.

Responsibilities:
Including, but not limited to:
Qualifying job specifications with customer to ensure accuracy prior to distribution to supplier community via standard bid processes.
Screen candidates resumes, facilitate interviews, consult on-boarding rate negotiations, general issues etc.
Ensure compliance and utilization of Preferred Supplier Program and adherence to agreements which includes price, processes and policies
Help to lead the development of formal written request, document and validate a proposed solution to meet CareFirst strategic goals.

Check out more info, and how to apply, after the jump!

Below is a fantastic opportunity to learn all about the mortgage business this summer with Hopkins Federal Savings Bank, while getting paid!

To apply to this position, visit UMBCworks, search for Position ID #9233161 in the keyword section and follow the instructions!

Contact Mike Oettel, The Shriver Center, at moettel@umbc.edu with questions.

Paid Mortgage Processing Intern

Description:
- Answer customer inquiries regarding mortgages, disseminating information and helping to originate mortgages.
- Work with senior loan officers in learning the ins and outs of the mortgage business, while performing tasks with minimal supervision.
- Conduct on-line research into home values, tax assessments, deeds, etc.
- Analyze the credit of prospective homebuyers.
- Perform general administrative duties.

Salary Level:
$10 - $12

UMBC is hosting its 2nd National Volunteer Week, Monday, April 20th-Sunday April 26th. There are numerous events both on and off campus during this week supported by staff, faculty, and student groups in which your participation is greatly welcomed.

Support several outreach efforts to youth from at-risk environments that are coming onto campus (MATHS Charter School College Mythbuster or Paul's Place Kids). Attend either the American Red Cross Benefit Concert or the Sarcoma Fundraiser Dance. Join a panel of alums from various volunteer organizations regarding post-graduate service opportunities. If you can't make an event, donations are also greatly welcomed and can be given separately through the contact info listed. Meet new community partners seeking support through volunteers and/or resources (Unite for Sight welcomes old eyeglasses) at CAUSEfest, supported by the Office of Undergraduate Education and The France & Merrick Scholarship Program through The Shriver Center. Other confirmed community partners are 100 Black Men of America, The Living Classrooms Foundation, Relay For Life, and Incentive Mentoring Program. For a complete list of community partners and/or ways to help, please go to http://www.shrivercenter.org/service_france.html

The Division of Imaging and Applied Mathematics at the Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories, Center for Devices and Radiological Health (Food & Drug Administration) is seeking candidates for a paid summer internship to participate in the study and assessment of breast imaging systems. The candidate, an undergraduate or Master's student, should have some scientific programming skills and interests in computational as well as laboratory work. This position is fulltime during Summer 2009. Interested candidates should send an email to aldo.badano@fda.hhs.gov with resume. Please use the words “student position” in the Subject field.

MedImmune, headquartered in Gaithersburg, MD, is hiring for a number of summer internship positions.

Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc.

Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities…that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world.

To locate these positions, log in to UMBCworks and search for "medimmune".

New to UMBCworks? Visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html to get started today!

Constellation Energy is seeking applicants for Summer 2009 engineering internships. These positions will give you a jump start on getting involved with the growing Energy Industry.

With the planned new construction of nuclear power plants, the sector expects to add 21,000 jobs over the next 10 years. Take advantage of internship opportunities now to make sure your resume will stand-out in this exciting field!

Check out Position 9233016 in UMBCworks.

SUMMARY
Performs work on a specific assignment or project associated with the assigned unit. May perform a variety of clerical tasks in support of the organizational entity to which assigned. Works under direct supervision to meet goals of the organization.
Works in teams or individually to accomplish tasks.

Applicants must be able to:

1. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
2. Demonstrated ability to use personal computers.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with others.

To learn how to obtain an internship via UMBCworks, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html or stop by the Shriver Center on the 1st floor of the Public Policy Building.

Have you found the internship or research position of your dreams on your own, but just don't know how to get it noted on your transcript or get credit for it this spring semester? 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, co-op, or research position on your own for the summer already, you can get the notation on your transcript (FREE OF CHARGE) - and be on your way to possibly receiving credit- its not too late.

IN ORDER TO GET YOUR INTERNSHIP/CO-OP/RESEARCH POSITION TO BE ADDED TO YOUR TRANSCRIPT:
1. Either call (410-455-2493) or stop by the Shriver Center on the ground floor of the Public Policy Building to make an appointment with a Coordinator.
2. Get a letter/memo from your employer (on company letterhead) verifying that you are interning 8-10 hours per week and bring it to your appointment.
3. Meet with your Coordinator to get enrolled in the Practicum (to have the notation put on your transcript as a university sanctioned experience) and have your potential credit options explained to you.
4. Enjoy your internship, co-op, or research position!

If you do not already have an internship lined up but are interested in obtaining one, we’ll be glad to help you with that as well. To begin the process of finding an internship through the Shriver Center and UMBCworks, visit http://www.shrivercenter.org/documents/Shriver%20Center%20Four%20Step%20Process.pdf That link will detail exactly what you need to do.

The Shriver Center (1st fl Public Policy) is OPEN from 8:30 am to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, so stop in or make your appointment soon!

Questions e-mail shrivercenter@umbc.edu or call 410-455-2493

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION CAREER DAY

Wednesday, April 29, 2009
7th Floor, Library • Noon-2pm

SSA has over 1,300 locations nationwide, tremendous opportunities for training and development, and great pay.

You can be involved in running one of the Nation’s largest entitlement programs and/or the Supplemental Security Income program while enjoying the benefits and security of being a Federal employee. SSA has career opportunities available in a variety of areas including:

• Public Contact
• Policy
• Information Technology
• Legal
• Acquisition and Grants
• Law Enforcement
• Financial
• Logistics
• Human Resources

If you are still in school, you might want to consider one of our Student Programs:
Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP)
Student Career Experience Program (SCEP)
Volunteer Internship Program (VIP).

Cosponsored by The Shriver Center and Career Services Center.

CE is the wholesale energy operation for Constellation Energy, Inc., a Fortune 200 integrated energy company. CER is North America’s largest supplier of wholesale power and is rapidly becoming a key player in both the North American natural gas and oil and international coal markets. Disciplined focuses on physical energy markets and rigorous risk management have driven our success.

CE is seeking a qualified Intern to work in the Internal Control and Financial Policy (ICFP) Group on a part-time basis during the school year with the option to work full time between semesters. The ICFP group, which is a part of the CE Finance & Accounting Division, is responsible for assessing and monitoring of the business unit controls, managing the implementation of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, reviewing new lines of business and information systems for the proper implementation of control and assessing process improvements/efficiencies.

The Intern’s responsibilities include:
• Documenting both IT General Computing Controls and processes via flowcharts, narratives, matrices, etc.
• Periodic testing of IT General Computing Controls to ensure that they are performed as required
• Assisting with other IT related projects

Qualifications (Experience, Competencies, Skills, Education):
• Work towards a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline that would provide the theoretical background necessary to perform IT assessments
• A person who is working towards a profession in accounting/auditing in a public accounting firm, financial institution, internal audit department, or the power industry with an emphasis on IT related controls
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all employees.
• Highly motivated individual who works well in a fast paced, time sensitive environment.

To apply to this position, search for Position ID# 9233362 on UMBCworks, and apply today! The earlier the better!

Below is a fantastic, and well paid, internship opportunity in Hunt Valley for the summer!

Risk/Collections Internship

McCormick & Company, Inc., a world leader in the spice, flavor, & seasonings industry, is seeking a Risk/Collections Intern in its Financial Shared Services Division, located in Hunt Valley, MD.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Junior or Senior status
• Business, Finance, Accounting or Economics Major
• Ability to work 20-40 hours per week Monday-Friday, between the hours of 7AM – 8PM.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Open invoice collections for assigned portfolios and when applicable, escalation of payment issues
• Confirming/documenting payment status by calling or emailing customers
• Checking on customer websites or confirming payment by dialing customer Accounts Payable (AP) research hotline and entering invoice information to determine payment status
• Documenting payment inquiries in SAP system

Internship Dates – Summer 2009 (the ability to start as soon as possible is preferred)

Salary Level: $12/hour

To apply, visit http://www.mccormick.com/; go to the Careers page and apply to Job #10526.

Weds, 4/29
Stop by anytime from 3 - 4:30pm
Commons 318

You're invited to meet with the Project Director of Technical Recruiting for IBM's Research Division. Students currently enrolled in or interested in pursuing a PhD in IT, Computer Science, or Engineering are encouraged to stop by to talk about their research interests and to learn more about intern and full-time opportunities with IBM. Please RSVP via the Events tab in UMBCworks (accessible via the Jobs & Internships Topic in myUMBC).

OPS Consulting is seeking a PAID Summer Intern. If interested, e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center.

OPS Consulting is a technology and management consulting firm committed to providing high quality software engineering services and products. OPS Consulting offers services in all phases of software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design, through implementation, testing, training and installation. Additionally, OPS provides services in Software Assurance, Software Process Improvement, Software Re-engineering, Project and Risk Management.

You can find out more about OPS Consulting by going to
WWW.OPSCONSULTING.COM

The company is looking for a Junior or Senior Programmer to assist with programming on a special project.

• Intern will assist with development and testing of OPS analysis support and simulation tools
• Must know Perl, C, and Microsoft Visual Basic.Net
• Intern must be able to work from home 40 hours per week for 2-5 months, depending on progress, with intermittent status meetings at an alternate location
• This is an hourly, part-time Spring-Summer Intern position, salary commensurate with experience
• Simple Retirement Plan available, no other paid benefits
• Could be processed for a government security clearance, therefore US citizenship is required.

BD, a leading global medical technology company that manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems and reagents, is dedicated to improving people’s health throughout the world. BD is focused on improving drug therapy, enhancing the quality and speed of diagnosing infectious diseases, and advancing research and discovery of new drugs and vaccines. The Company’s capabilities are instrumental in combating many of the world’s most pressing diseases. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, BD employs approximately 28,000 people in approximately 50 countries throughout the world. The Company serves healthcare institutions, life science researchers, clinical laboratories, industry and the general public.

Internship Description:
* Produce and test fluorescent reference standards for life science diagnostic test equipment. The intern will be responsible to follow protocols in a chemistry laboratory to generate fluorescence reference standards requiring general life science laboratory skills. Working knowledge of analytical methods and data analysis is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Follow protocols in a chemistry laboratory to generate fluorescent reference materials.
* Design and Conduct tests of fluorescent reference materials to characterize physical properties under a range of environmental conditions.
* Analyze test data and Generate summary reports of tests conducted on materials.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
* Chemistry, Biology or Materials Science course work required
* Quantitative or Analytical Chemistry coursework desired
* Completed sophomore year in college

Experience Requirements:
Proficiency in MS Office required.

Visit https://bd.taleo.net/servlets/CareerSection?art_ip_action=FlowDispatcher&flowTypeNo=13&pageSeq=2&reqNo=102000&art_servlet_language=en&selected_language=en&csNo=2&src=JB-10300 to apply!

For more internship opportunities in the life sciences contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak in the Shriver Center at kerryk@umbc.edu.

12 SIMPLE WAYS TO SHIFT YOUR INTERNSHIP INTO HIGH GEAR- PART II
MONDAY, April 27th
NOON TO 1:00 PM
Shriver Center Conference room - Public Policy 107 (new location)

This workshop will run for one hour and is interactive, engaging, and fun. Attendees will participate in activities designed to help reflect on their intern experience and workplace culture.

Open to students completing an internship, co-op, or research position through the Shiver Center.

BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company, delivering a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions, and customer support services. With 105,000 employees worldwide, BAE Systems had 2008 sales of $34.4 billion.

This position is for a summer college intern assignment in the SES SSP organization. This assignment will be supporting various projects with in the SSP Program, and will involve detailed analysis in the area(s) of innovation and strategy development. Projects will vary from updating documents, creating presentations, and performing detailed analysis. Additional engineering principles and opportunities will present themselves during the 10 Inter Program.

The successful intern/Co-op candidate must be enrolled in and actively pursuing completion of a 4-yr degree in one of the following programs: Software Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, EE, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Systems Engineering, Process Engineering or any technical field with a GPA of 3.0 or better.

To apply visit http://www.baesystems.jobs/job_detail.asp?JobID=1553256

For assistance preparing your resume or locating other engineering internships, contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak in the Shriver Center at kerryk@umbc.edu.

As National Volunteer Week came to a close last week (4/10-4/26), it was a VERY busy week of activities, both on and off campus! CauseFEST was held on Friday, April 25th, 11 am-1pm on Main Street which was a terrific on-campus networking opportunity for a variety of populations with great needs. In case you missed it, there are numerous ways that you can still get involved, be it through a donation or volunteering (as an individual or as a group). Please go to the following link http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/service_france.html and scroll to the bottom of the page to "2009 CauseFEST Community Partners" to learn how.

If you have any further questions, please contact Lori Hardesty, Program Coordinator of Service-Learning at The Shriver Center, at lhardesty@umbc.edu or (410) 455-2493.

The Institute of Language and Information Technologies at UMBC is seeking several self-motivated undergraduate students who are native (or very near native) speakers of English to work as research assistants this summer on a project in the field of computational linguistics. No special skills are necessary - you will be trained on the job. If interested, please contact Dr. Marjorie McShane (marge@umbc.edu) with a resume and cover letter.

Your cover letter, which should be brief, can be written in the body of an email message. It should indicate your knowledge of English (native speaker or not), your major, your availability over the summer (e.g., whether or not you are taking classes), the name of one or two professors who can act as references, and any constraints on workplace you might have (i.e., Can you work at the university every day? If not, then where can you work and how often can you come to the university?).

Salary Level: $10/hr.
Minimum GPA: 3.0

Apply to GAF via UMBCworks, or email your resume to kerryk@umbc.edu. Resumes should be submitted by 5 PM, Tuesday, May 5th.

Co-OPportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a
real work environment with experienced GAF-Elk Corporation
professionals. You'll be involved in high-profile projects as an
integral member of our working teams:

* We offer full-time (40+ hours/week) assignments in an industrial setting to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering.

* Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited
to return to GAF-Elk Corporation for additional terms while you continue
your education.

* During your assignment, you will have a mentor - someone who
will act as a coach to help you better understands both our company and
your work responsibilities.

* You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on
location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.

Job Requirements:

Must be pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering or Electrical Engineering. All candidates must have a
minimum 2.8 GPA, at least Sophomore standing. Must be a U.S. Citizen or
Permanent Resident. Problem solving, project management and
communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a
team environment. Must have ability to generate accurate and concise
technical reports. Should have computer skills in MS Excel, MS Word.
Basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD is helpful.

We offer a competitive salary and vacation package. At GAF-Elk, we
believe our employees are our greatest resource

GAF-Elk is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to
workplace diversity. M/F/D/V.

GAF Materials Corporation, founded in 1886, and Elk Corporation, founded
in 1955, became one company in 2007- making us one of the largest
building materials companies in North America as well as the largest
commercial and residential roofing manufacturer in the U.S. Leading the
industry as one, GAF-Elk Corporation is a $3 billion private company
with approximately 5,000 employees working at manufacturing locations in
12 states. Our customers include homeowners, architects, distributors
and contractors. GAF-Elk is growing rapidly and we are searching for
outstanding people to join our team.

Summer Intern- $10 to $15 per hour

PCS Engineering, Inc. (PCS, Inc.) is headquartered in Timonium, Maryland. PCS, Inc. provides products and services for the medical, mechanical, architectural, civil engineering and other areas of design and product development and manufacturing.

THE INTERN WILL:
Work with our staff to design a Marketing Campaign that would promote our products and services to our sales territory. Develop print ads, place the ads and track the effectiveness of the campaign. Help with designing a new company logo and branding of the compan .

If interested, apply via UMBCworks under Internships Through The Shriver Center or e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)