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April 3, 2010

Electrical Engineering Webinar with GE on 4/13

Find out how you can grow your career with GE Global Research!
Connect with us at the Electrical Engineering Webinar!
GE Global Research

Are you passionate about innovation? Do you get energized about working with some of the world’s most talented and creative scientists? GE Global Research may be the place for you!
At GE Global Research we redefine what’s possible, finding answers to some of the world’s toughest problems in the energy, aviation, oil & gas, healthcare and transportation industries.

GE Global Research, the hub of technology development for GE’s businesses, is hiring for graduate-level positions in a variety of engineering and science disciplines. Find out more
about GE Global Research careers through our Electrical Engineering Webinar.
Date: April 13, 2010
Time: 8:00 p.m. EDT
Log-in Details: visit www.ge.com/research
Find out more at www.ge.com/research, and connect
with our technologists at http://edisonsdesk.

UMBC Admissions Internship for the Fall Just Posted

The UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions just posted an Fall Internship on UMBCworks!
Apply TODAY- position 9238970

Seeking full-time UMBC undergraduate student with junior or senior standing; willingness to learn; ability to articulate thoughts and ideas; good customer service, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Should enjoy working with people. A detail-oriented, creative, critical thinker is a plus. Familiarity with MS Office is desired. Limited weekend and evening hours and a valid drivers license are required. All majors are welcome to apply.

Position Title : Undergraduate Admissions Fellow
Description : The undergraduate admissions fellow will work closely with prospective and admitted students, parents and the campus community in person and by telephone in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities include: welcome and assist daily visitors; provide information on the application process and deadlines; conduct presentations to small and large groups; participate in recruitment and yield events, college fairs, orientation programs, and chat sessions; research and office projects; involvement with communications and marketing initiatives; completion of an office project; and other duties as assigned. The commitment for this internship is a full academic year; Fall 2010 and Spring 2011, including full-time during winter break.

Schedule : Part-time
Hours per wk : 12-15/week (full-time during winter break)
$300/month stipend during fall and spring semesters; hourly pay over winter break

If you do not have a resume approved via the Shriver Center to apply to intern positions on UMBCworks, see instructions below:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
Once your resume is posted, please call our front desk at 410-455-2493 for a resume review appointment. The Shriver Center is located on the 1st floor of Public Policy.

April 4, 2010

Great Paid Intern Opportunity for Finance & Accouting students!

Attention finance and accounting majors.

Intern this summer in DC for the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA). This federal agency is primarily responsible for providing oversight to the IRS. TIGTA promotes the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of the internal revenue laws. It is also committed to the prevention and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse within the IRS and related entities.

U.S citizenship is required.

IF INTERESTED, please apply via Internships through Shriver Center on UMBCworks- position 9239029.

April 5, 2010

Communications Internship at MICA!

DEPARTMENT: MICA, Office of Communications
SUPERVISOR: Manager of Communications
DATES: Summer 2010
HOURS: 20 hours per week, schedule negotiable
COMPENSATION: This is an unpaid internship. Work study/school credit is encouraged.

Intern Description:

The summer-long internship in the MICA Communications Department provides an opportunity for candidates interested in a career in arts and/or higher education communications to receive a complete overview of the workings of a busy media relations office. Interns will have the opportunity to interact cross-departmentally on diverse projects at one of the country’s premiere colleges of art and design.
The communications intern will work with the department to facilitate outreach and communications efforts, such as media relations, social networking and Web writing. This position will report to the manager of communications and is part-time.

More info, including how to apply, after the break!

Continue reading "Communications Internship at MICA!" »

April 6, 2010

Congratulations to Service-Learning's Project HEALTH!

Congratulations to Project HEALTH Baltimore for its recent Honorable Mention recognition by the Newman's Own Foundation. The NOF sponsored the Community Service Challenge, in collaboration with the America East Conference, to recognize student-led groups who are promoting and engaging in service. Project HEALTH Baltimore is a student-led service-learning site that supports the Family Help Desk at the St. Agnes Clinic. Students link individuals and families with community-based resources, enabling them to achieve the stability and opportunity for better access to healthcare. UMBC students that volunteer with Project HEALTH are supported by the Shriver Center's Service-Learning Program, which enables them to receive a notation on their transcript that recognizes their participation in this service-learning activity. The $7,500 grant awarded to the group recognizes their student-led service efforts in the local Baltimore community.

Student leaders for the Project HEALTH group include Karen Silver, '10; Kezia Alexander, '10, and Mohsan Chaudhry, '10. Mark Marino, Executive Director of Project HEALTH Baltimore, supervises and supports the students' service through the organization.

For more information on the competition, visit: http://newmansownfoundation.org/challenge/

If you would like to get involved in Project HEALTH Baltimore, please contact The Service-Learning Program at The Shriver Center by emailing Clare Greene: clare6@umbc.edu.

April 7, 2010

Become an AmeriCorps VISTA for Parks & People!

Parks and People is recruiting an AmeriCorps VISTA member for the 2010-2011 year. Below is the position description and information about how to apply for this full-time volunteer position.

Community Greening Resource Network (CGRN) Program Coordinator - AmeriCorps*VISTA

Help build strong, urban community gardens by expanding Baltimore City’s community garden resource network. Everyone needs fresh food and safe outdoor spaces – you can make it possible. Become an AmeriCorps*VISTA member with the Parks & People Foundation and Volunteer Maryland! This is a one-year, full-time commitment as a member of AmeriCorps*VISTA. Responsibilities and tasks include resource development and fundraising for the Community Greening Resource Network, and coordination of all program components, which include membership, volunteer recruitment, material distribution days, monthly newsletters, coordinating horticultural and community building workshops, and communicating with partner organizations. Position starts mid-July, provides extensive training, a living allowance, $5,350 education award, and health care. Candidates must possess and demonstrate excellence in the following areas: verbal and written communication, gardening/farming, computer skills, group leadership, and commitment to national and community service.

For more information and an application, visit www.parksandpeople.org/about/employment or call (410) 448-5663 ext. 114.

Applications must be received by Monday, April 26, 2010.

Take This Class, Change The World

Civic Imagination and Social Entrepreneurship (cross-listed as Political Science 209, American Studies 280, and Sociology 298) will be offered again this Fall 2010 semester on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 to 12:45.

Students in the class will read, think and talk about ideas and examples relating to the process of social change. They’ll also work in groups to choose a social problem or opportunity and launch a practical project to create change on campus or, through the campus, in the wider community. The plan for the project will be the major piece of academic work produced for the class. Implementation will be up to you: If you’re inspired, hopefully you’ll decide to follow through even after you complete the course in December.

Projects developed by students in this class in fall 2008 and fall 2009 have included creating a basketball league for homeless men in Baltimore (implemented summer 2009), blanketing the UMBC campus with black and gold banners to build school spirit (to be completed in the next few months), setting up new applied research opportunities for UMBC undergraduates (one of this year’s Prove It! finalists), launching a human rights awareness campaign focusing initially on hunger and access to clean water (you’ll see this unfold starting next month), developing new health and wellness resources for UMBC students, setting up a community action program for middle-school students, and establishing a healthy food co-op on campus.

If you have questions about the class, please email David Hoffman at dhoffman@umbc.edu.

April 9, 2010

MARYLAND SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

MARYLAND SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The Maryland Space Grant Consortium was established in 1989 under NASA's National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program. One of the goals of the Maryland Space Grant Consortium is to offer financial support to Maryland residents or graduates of Maryland high schools who are undergraduate students in attendance at an affiliate institution who otherwise might not be able to attend college and who wish to pursue a career in math, science, engineering, technology, or a space related field. Awards vary and must be used for educational expenses (tuition, books, fees and room and board).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Maryland resident or graduate of a Maryland high school AND U. S. Citizenship
• Aspirations to apply your discipline to the aeronautics community (i.e. English major who wants to write about space for a scientific periodical or pre-med student who wishes to understand health in space)
• Full-time student majoring in (but are not necessarily limited to): the biological and life sciences, chemistry, geological sciences, physics and astronomy, engineering and computer science.
• Awards are for one year, but are renewable upon maintaining a 3.0 G.P.A.
• Community service
o For UMBC students, a required component of this award will be to volunteer at the Maryland FIRST Lego League (FLL) Championship, which is hosted on campus
• Annual commitments include:
o Meeting in the Baltimore area with Maryland Space Grant Consortium staff and scholars from other partner institutions
o Brief report to NASA (this will be explained in greater detail to you at the annual meeting), while at UMBC and for the first several years after graduation

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 15, 2010

The application is brief and requires a short essay and the names of two references (letters are not required). The essay question is: How will a Maryland Space Grant Consortium Scholarship help you meet your educational/financial goals?

You can access the application at the following website:
http://www.mdspacegrant.org/scholarship_application.html

Paid Intern in Cybersecurity- Homeland Security Presidential Directive

U.S Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary
Summer Internship opportunity

The mission of the Department of Transportation is to: serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future.

To apply please send cover letter, resume, and proof of educational enrollment/unofficial transcript via e-mail Whitney.Veit@DOT.gov
OR APPLY TO UMBCworks Intern Position 9239119

Position: Security Assistant, Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, Office of Security (M-40).
Duty Location: 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington DC. 20590
(Green Line – Navy Yard Metro Stop)

Salary: Will be determined based on qualifications.

Open/Close Date: Monday April 12 – Friday April 23rd 2010

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration provides Departmental leadership in human resources, security, acquisition and grants, information services, transportation and facilities, and space management. This leadership includes establishing policies, providing operational services, directing financial management of DOT's Working Capital Fund, and serving as the Department's liaison with the Inspector General and the U.S. General Accounting Office.

The Office of Security (OS) develops internal security policy for all DOT modal administrations in accordance with federal laws, regulations, and Executive Orders. OS is also responsible for personnel security and physical security of the DOT headquarters buildings in the Washington metropolitan area.
Requirements:
• Enrollment or accepted enrollment in an undergraduate, graduate or professional school
• In good academic standing
• Must successfully complete a background investigation
• U.S Citizen
• Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively deal with customers and diffuse potential problems are required.
• Must have good organizational skills, be detail oriented and able to meet agency and customer deadlines.

Summary of Duties:
The Security Assistant’s primary role during the project will be to support Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD 12).

HSPD-12 requires a Government-wide common identification standard for all Federal and contractor employees requiring physical access to Federally-controlled facilities and/or logical access to Federally-controlled information systems.

Specific Responsibilities include:
• Provide assistance in administering the personnel security programs in a professional flexible work environment.
• Contact DOT applicants and enroll employees for HSPD-12 PIV identification cards.
• Review forms for accuracy and authorization. File and Scan documents.
• Collect investigative forms, fingerprint and photograph applicants.
• Issue ID cards using the process specified by DOT, Office of Security.
• Provide assistance as required to other Personnel Security Specialist (PSS) – duties to be determined by the HSPD-12 Program Manager.


April 10, 2010

Summer & Fall Software Engineering Co-op Position Seeks UMBC Applicants

Alion Science and Technology Is Offering an Exciting PAID Summer and Fall Full-time Co-op Position in Annapolis, MD
3.2 GPA & US Citizenship required
Majors of interest include: computer science, mathematics, physics, software engineering, and electrical engineering

IF INTERESTED: Please apply via UMBCworks (position 9236936). Questions Contact Casey Miller at The Shriver Center at cmille1@umbc.edu
Select applicants will be interviewed at The Shriver Center on Thursday, 4/22.

Depending upon project needs, candidates may develop portions of system software, numerical models, or graphical software. Software will be written in a variety of languages including C/C++, JAVA, and possibly some Fortran, usually within a LINUX environment. Tasking may also include system integration and testing, development of web-based documentation, and software configuration. This position is ideal for a co-op candidate to learn about US Navy training systems, warfare requirements, and maritime operations. All work is directly applicable to real-world Navy systems and is performed on state-of-the-art equipment.

Required Credentials:
Must be currently enrolled in a four year college or university, working towards a degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, software engineering, electrical engineering, or related scientific field and eligible to participate in co-op program during the summer and fall semester of 2010, 40 hours per week.

Experience with C, C++, and/or Java coding under a Unix/Linux environment;
Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills;
US citizenship and ability to obtain US security clearance (active clearance preferred);
Experience with real-time programming, numerical modeling, signal processing desired;
Minimum of 3.2 GPA.

McCormick & Company seeks PAID Summer Interns- Apply TODAY!!!!

ATTENTION ALL Computer Science, BTA, IS, Graphic Design, Economics, FEIC, Psychology (I/O), etc majors with a 3.00 GPA!

McCormick and Co. Inc. in Hunt Valley Maryland just posted 7 NEW Summer Intern Listings, which are ALL PAID! APPLY today, as these positions close down quickly.

McCormick is a world leader in the spice, flavor, & seasonings industry, is seeking a Enterprise Service Delivery Intern in Global Business Solutions, located in Hunt Valley, Maryland. This will be a full-time internship from about June 1, 2010 to mid August 2010. This intern will work Monday through Friday from 8:30-5pm. Note that is a paid internship, but housing expenses will not be covered.

INTERN POSITIONS include:
Cost Accounting Analyst
Enterprise Service Delivery
IT Security
Human Relations/Human Resources
Product Evaluation Specialist
Server Analyst
Transportation & Logistics
Web Developer
Sales
Employment Center (HR)
Front End /Ideation Process

Apply via McCormick's website https://recruiter.kenexa.com/mccormick/cc/CCJobSearchAction.ss?command=CCSearchPage&ccid=bupJEdUjsTs%3D
Click on JOB SEARCH and KEYWORD SEARCH “Intern”

PLUS ALL intern positions are found on UMBCworks!

If you do not have a resume approved via the Shriver Center to apply to intern positions on UMBCworks, see instructions below:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

Add your Summer Internship, Research, or Co-op Position on Your Transcript

Have you found the internship, co-op, or research position, but just don't know how to get it listed on your transcript or get credit for it this summer? 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!

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.

TO ADD INTERNSHIP/CO-OP/RESEARCH 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 your internship/research noted 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 this summer!

If you DO NOT 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://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
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

We look forward to working with you.

Visit the FBI on Friday, 4/30- RSVP today!

VISIT THE FBI (http://www.fbi.gov) TO LEARN ABOUT FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITIES and POTENTIAL SUMMER 2011 INTERNSHIPS on FRIDAY, APRIL 30TH.

Instead of bringing the companies to campus, we're taking you to the company!

The FBI 's mission is to protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners.

Join your Career Services and Shriver Center staff members on FRIDAY, APRIL 30th as they take you out to visit the FBI. Learn about the following units: Violent Crimes, Counter Intelligence, Public Corruption/White Collar Crimes, and Cyber Terrorism.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave The Shriver Center at 8:30 a.m. sharp.

Student qualifications for the FBI visit include:
- US Citizenship status
- Open to All Majors

IF INTERESTED, please send your resume to Christine Routzahn routzahn@umbc.edu at The Shriver Center. The first 30 students to RSVP will ATTEND.

Sponsored by The Shriver Center and Career Services Center.

VISIT THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY FOR BALTIMORE CITY

VISIT THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY FOR BALTIMORE CITY (http://www.stattorney.org/) TO LEARN ABOUT SUMMER 2010 INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, APRIL 23rd.

The Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City represents the State of Maryland in all criminal prosecutions that result from crimes charged by local law enforcement agencies occurring in Baltimore City.

Join your internship coordinators as they take you out to meet with the Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City at the Juvenile Justice Center.

Date: FRIDAY, April 23rd
Departing the Shriver Center at 9:30 AM and returning by 1:30 PM
Open to ALL Majors and Years

Take a tour of the juvenile justice facility and court rooms; hear about internship, volunteer and future career opportunities; and more. PLUS, you will meet with Patricia Coats Jessamy, who is the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City- http://www.stattorney.org/biography.html
Transportation is provided, but a RSVP is required.

TO RSVP FOR THIS TOUR, e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493). RSVP TODAY!!!
Get on the road to your future now!

April 12, 2010

Software Development Internship

TexelTek has a great opportunity for a student interested in software development this summer. If you're interested, apply today via UMBCworks.

TexelTek Summer Intern: 32 hours/week doing a mixture of development,
testing and general sprint support. 8 hours/week developing a side project to benefit the open source community.

Java preferred but not required.
Some OO language is required (Ruby, JavaScript, Perl, C family).
An ideal candidate will know Grails, Groovy, or Rails but not required
Familiarity with web technologies (Http servers, Javascript, HTML)

Four paid internships at Prometric

Prometric currently has four paid internships available in UMBCworks, with even more opportunities coming soon. But the deadline to apply is April 30th, so apply today before it's too late!

Positions include:

Enterprise Monitoring Systems Analyst
MIS Systems Intern
Software Engineering Intern
Software Testing Engineer

INTERESTED? Apply today at UMBCworks!
If you DO NOT have a resume approved for your internship search on UMBCworks, the Shriver Center at UMBC can help you. To begin the process of finding an internship through the Shriver Center and UMBCworks, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
That link will detail exactly what you need to do.

IT Intern Position at Knott Mechanical

This is a fantastic position with Knott Mechanical for an IT student looking to get some hands on experience this summer. Apply online at UMBCworks!

If you DO NOT have a resume approved for your internship search on UMBCworks, the Shriver Center at UMBC can help you. To begin the process of finding an internship through the Shriver Center and UMBCworks, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
That link will detail exactly what you need to do.

The Knott Mechanical intern will: Assist with ERP Implementation, Data Transfer from legacy system, and application development of new modules for ERP system.

Required Credentials:
Knowledge and experience with relational database modeling and transactions
SQL Sever 2008, Visual Studio C#, Relational Database Modeling

Great Project Management Position at Ascend One

The PMO Intern will function as a support level project management, business analysis and quality testing resource within a cross functional 'Agile' software development team. The team includes software developers, business analysts, a product owner representing business stakeholders, and a scrum master. Ascend One uses Agile and Scrum and as part of its software development and project management methodologies. The intern will learn these methodologies supporting an Agile team. The team is focused on delivering highly innovative web and social media applications. The intern will support the Agile team and also have opportunities to work within the PMO.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Working with the team to learn the functionality of the web based systems.
• Learning the Agile and scrum processes.
• Participate in team planning sessions, design reviews, quality test case development and acceptance criteria development.
• Participate with team on issue resolution.
• Assist the team with quality testing.
• Assist with prioritization and resolution of defects/bugs.
• Support sprint/release progress tracking.
• Participate in Quality team and PMO team update meetings.
• Performs other related duties as required.

INTERESTED? Apply today at UMBCworks!
If you DO NOT have a resume approved for your internship search on UMBCworks, the Shriver Center at UMBC can help you. To begin the process of finding an internship through the Shriver Center and UMBCworks, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
That link will detail exactly what you need to do.

Continue reading "Great Project Management Position at Ascend One" »

April 14, 2010

Big Huge Games Open House - 4/21/10

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=116268001723695

Big Huge Games is pleased to invite Art and Animation students from local colleges and universities to their Spring 2010 Art Open House. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 21st from 6-9pm at their studio in Timonium, MD. Join them for a tour that includes free food and plenty of game art creation discussions. In addition, Big Huge Artists will be available for student portfolio reviews and feedback. Portfolio reviews will be first come, first serve. We kindly ask that you RSVP below or via email to RSVP@bighugegames.com by April 20th. In your RSVP please note if you'd like to reserve a portfolio review slot and specify your primary area of interest (concept, character, environment, animation, modeling, texturing, etc...). Review sessions are limited and during past Open Houses have filled up quickly.**

April 15, 2010

180s Innovative Performance Wear Marketing Internship

COMPANY OVERVIEW

180s is a leading brand of innovative performance consumer products sold worldwide. Headquartered in Baltimore, 180s designs and markets award-winning accessories and apparel that push the boundaries of innovation. Our passion is to create and deliver intelligent and stylish performance products that are exceptional on the mountains, city streets or while working out. www.180s.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

180s is currently seeking a summer marketing intern to be part of a dynamic team and fast paced work environment. The position requires an individual that thrives on developing unique ways to market 180s performance products, while working with nationally known retailers such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, Macys & Target.
The intern will have the opportunity to learn while working, gaining applicable skills as they assist with projects. While working closely with members of marketing team, potential projects include:
• Website content management
• Maintaining company database
• Public relations support activities
• Marketing & advertising campaign support & analysis
This position reports to the Director of Marketing. Position is unpaid, but eligible for college credit. Flexible schedule, approximately 20-25 hours per week.

Want to know more, including how to apply? See below the jump.

Continue reading "180s Innovative Performance Wear Marketing Internship" »

PAID Service-Learning Leadership Positions Open for Fall!

The Shriver Center has 4 Service-Learning Intern positions open for the Fall 2010 semester. Interns play a pivotal role in The Shriver Center's Service-Learning Program, which places nearly 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.

Open positions:
College Gardens Youth Program Service-Learning Intern #1 – Tutor children in academics and coordinate educational, artistic, and recreational activities for this after school program. The Intern drives the group to the site and leads the activities on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:15pm-5:45p.m.

College Gardens Youth Program Service-Learning Intern #2 – Tutor children in academics and coordinate educational, artistic, and recreational activities for this after school program. The Intern drives the group to the site and leads the activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15pm-5:45p.m.

College Night Mentoring Program Service-Learning Intern – Assist adolescent participants of The Choice Program with academics and development of positive social skills. Intern coordinates educational and recreational activities for the program on Mondays from 5pm-8:15pm.

Adult Literacy Program Service-Learning Intern – Provide one-on-one tutoring to adults in a broad range of subjects, ranging from literacy skill development to math skill building, and GED preparation. Intern drives the group to the site on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-8:30pm. Please note: If you are interested in this position, but not available on Tuesdays/Thursdays, please indicate your interest on the application and the evenings when you would be available to visit the site from 5-8:30pm during the week.

Benefits:
Each S-L Intern receives a $300-750 stipend for the semester, and a Service-Learning Leadership notation on their transcript with their enrollment in the 096 Practicum.

To download an application, visit Service-Learning @ The Shriver Center and click on "Service-Learning Intern Application – Fall 2010” at the bottom of the page.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by 5pm Friday, April 30th. Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions!

Apply to Live in the Shriver Living Learning Center in Erickson!

Are you looking for:

a) a Living Learning Community where you can live for 2010-2011?
b) a community of residents who are committed to service and civic engagement?
c) leadership opportunities in service-learning?

Then apply to live in the Shriver Living Learning Center (SLLC)!

Students who live in the SLLC participate in a number of activities together as an LLC:
- 1 credit course, Reflections on Community Service and Civic Engagement, in the Fall 2010 semester
- September 11th and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Days of Service
- Presentations and attendance at local and national conferences
- Community building activities

If you are looking to live on a floor with students who are committed to service, leadership, and civic engagement, then SLLC is a great match for you!

Go to The Shriver Living Learning Center to download an application. The deadline has been extended! Completed applications are now due to The Shriver Center by 5pm on Friday, April 30th. In-person interviews will take place in early May.

For any questions, contact Lori Hardesty, Staff Liaison to SLLC at lhardesty@umbc.edu.

April 16, 2010

Do You Want to Make a Difference?

Then learn more about Public Allies by attending their Meet and Greet on Wednesday, April 28th from 4-7pm @ UMB School of Social Work (525 W. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD). Free food will be provided!

Public Allies is an AmeriCorps Program that identifies talented young adults, ages 18-30, from diverse backgrounds who have a passion to make a difference and helps them turn that passion into a viable career path working for community and social change.

All members earn a $5,350 education award to pay for future education or to pay back student loans; a stipend of $1,500 a month; and healthcare, childcare, and student loan deferment during the term of service.

To learn more, visit Public Allies or attend the upcoming Meet and Greet, where you can meet current Allies and learn how to apply.

April 18, 2010

Add your Summer Internship or Research Position to your Transcript

Have you found an internship, co-op, or research position, but just don't know how to get it listed on your transcript or get credit for it this summer? 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!

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.

TO ADD INTERNSHIP/CO-OP/RESEARCH 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 at least 8-10 hours per week and bring it to your appointment.
3. Meet with your Coordinator to get enrolled in the Practicum (to have your internship/research noted 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 this summer!

If you DO NOT 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://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
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

We look forward to working with you.

American Psychological Association seeks Summer Research Intern

Attention Psychology Majors

The research intern will be responsible for entering and analyzing data related to various research projects in the office. The ideal candidate will be a junior or senior working toward an undergraduate degree in psychology, social science or other related discipline. Candidate must
possess knowledge in statistical analysis and a firm understanding of research methodologies. Prior research experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of all MS Office applications, expecially Excel is required. Experience working with SPSS or other advanced statistical software is a plus.

INTERESTED? Apply today at UMBCworks!
If you DO NOT have a resume approved for your internship search on UMBCworks, the Shriver Center at UMBC can help you. To begin the process of finding an internship through the Shriver Center and UMBCworks, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
That link will detail exactly what you need to do.

April 19, 2010

Internships for Mechanical and Chemical Engineers

UMBCworks now has a number of postings for summer internships for chemical and mechanical engineering majors.

Whether you are interested in supporting the next generation of satellites, working on rocket propulsion systems, designing the first nuclear power plant to be built in the USA in more than 30 years or refining textile production techniques, there is an opportunity for you!

Log in to UMBCworks today to check out these opportunities and more.

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

Save the Date: URCAD is coming!

Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement Day features research, scholarship, and creative work carried out by UMBC undergraduates. Student work is shared in many ways: oral presentations, poster sessions,artistic exhibits and performances, and film.

This campus celebration of achievement affirms UMBC's commitment to the twin goals of research and a distinctive undergraduate experience. This year’s event will be the fourteenth URCAD and will take place on Wednesday, April 28, 2010, in locations throughout the campus.

Many students presenting URCAD also receive transcript notations and/or credit for their hard work through the Shriver Center. Whether you are presenting this year, continuing on your project over the Summer or Fall terms and want to receive the transcript notation/credit or would be interested in presenting at a future URCAD, the Shriver Center can help!

Schedule an appointment with your coordinator by calling 410-455-2493 or stopping by our office on the first floor of the Public Policy Bldg. We look forward to seeing you soon!

April 22, 2010

Information Session on UMBC's Biotechnology Graduate Program

Join UMBC Biotechnology Graduate Programs for an information on opportunities for graduate study in the growing field of Biotech!

When: Wednesday, May 5, 2010 from Noon – 1 p.m.

Where: Continuing and Professional Studies, ACIV B-Wing, Room 478

What: The Biotechnology Graduate Programs will be hosting an informal information session. Hear the benefits and practical applications of our programs and meet our dedicated Graduate Program Director, Dr. Rick Wolf.

RSVP: Please contact Lisa Gambino at gambino@umbc.edu.

Find out more information about Biotechnology Graduate Programs at http://www.umbc.edu/biotech.

The Challenge and Excitement of Being a Student AND a CEO

April 28, 2010
12 – 1:00p.m. • Commons Room 331

Starting and growing a new business is both exciting and challenging. Now add onto that the
responsibilities of being a student as well!

Come listen to UMBC student entrepreneurs talk about their experiences in launching their companies.

Featured student panelists:
Martin Figueroa, '11, Managing Member, ROM Designs, LLC
Major: Media and Communications
ROM Designs, LLC specializes in the creation and sale of art on sneakers.

Christine Osazuwa, '11, CEO and Editor-in-Chief, Scene Trash Magazine &
Promotions
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies - Music Journalism and Management
Scene Trash Magazine is a regional monthly print magazine that focuses on unsigned and
independent bands on the East Coast. Both the magazine and promotions components set out to develop and gain exposure for up and coming bands.

Dehyu Sinyan, '11, President and CEO, Virtual Parent, LLC
Major: M.S. Systems Engineering
As an undergraduate student at UMBC, Dehyu came to the realization that time management
was not his strongest ability. Furthermore, there was no service provided that used popular
technology to assist students in learning how to manage their time, develop effective study
skills, and keep on track with their academic and personal schedules. Capitalizing on this
overwhelming need, Dehyu conceived the Virtual Parent, a service offering a copyrighted
dynamic scheduling application that provides university students with reminders about
academic and personal events through the use of automated text messages.

SAIC seeks Technical Intern- $20 to $25 per hour

The Homeland & Civilian Solutions Business Unit currently has an opening for a Technical Intern.

US Citizenship and 3.00 GPA or above REQUIRED

LOCATION: Science Applications International Corporation
Lanham, MD

IF INTERESTED: Please APPLY via UMBCworks to INTERN POSITION (9239309). If you DO NOT already have an approved resume in UMBCworks to search for internships, send your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center and post your resume to UMBCworks following these directions- http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Contribute to organizational effectiveness by creating and enhancing business processes.
Analyze and document existing management and sales processes and procedures. Suggest, document and implement improvements and efficiencies that will result in reduced cost, processing times and third-party involvement. Collaborate with senior project managers to implement the new or updated processes and procedures. Develop and report detailed metrics to track improvements. Utilize the metrics to estimate resources required for future efforts. Report results to senior management. Analyze manual processes. Develop and document workflow. Suggest, create, and implement process automation utilizing SharePoint. Develop and document procedures and implement in a highly dynamic environment.

EDUCATION: Working towards your Bachelors and or Masters degree in a Computer Science, management Information Systems or related technical field. Candidate must have a 3.0 Cumulative GPA.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Successful candidate is a self-starter who exhibits a high level of creativity and works independently. Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) is required. Candidate should have an engaging personality and excellent interpersonal skills. Must be a US Citizen.

DESIRED skills: Prior experience with Six Sigma improvement methodologies is desired as is a proven record of improving existing business processes and reporting capabilities

April 23, 2010

PAID Credit Risk Management Intership at Constellation Energy!

Summary of Responsibilities, Essential Duties & Expectations:
The Intern will be exposed to Credit Risk Management activities of CEG and will support the team of CEG Credit Officers, specifically by: assessing the credit and financial strength of transactional counterparties; analyzing the risks involved in trading electricity, gas, coal, and other commodities with various counterparties; establishing and maintaining proper counterparty documentation, credit limits and margin terms; monitoring counterparty exposures and collateral to ensure compliance with credit limits; and providing ongoing surveillance of counterparties through financial review and fundamental credit analysis.

Additional responsibilities include:
* Generating accurate reports and presentations for management
* Updating credit systems with current market information to ensure data integrity.
* Various ad hoc projects as required (i.e. data analysis)
* Running credit risk models that measure the credit exposure of potential and existing deals.
* Modeling expected forward cash flow and resulting credit metrics of prospective and existing counterparts.
* Reviewing contract credit and collateral provisions.

Qualifications:
Attractive candidates will be rising Seniors majoring in Business with a Finance or Accounting concentration; additionally the candidate should possess exceptional written and oral communication skills; strong computer and spreadsheet modeling skills; and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced energy commodity trading environment.

Interested applicants MUST apply via UMBCworks and should also create a profile on our website at http://www.constellation.com/careers

For questions about how to apply via UMBCworks, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 or shrivercenter@umbc.edu.

April 26, 2010

Paid Summer Research in Climate Change

CLIMATE CHANGE - THE HEALTH OF TEXAS BAYS & ESTUARIES
June 01 – August 06, 2010

Our 10-week SURF program provides undergraduate science students with research experience and professional skills development. Students (SURFers) spend the summer at our campus conducting research mentored by a faculty member. SURF is funded by a partnership between the National Science Foundation and the Department of Defense.

SURFers receive:
•Hands-on research experience
•Research Ethics and Professionalism course
•Field trip experiences
•Free on campus housing
•Food subsidy
•Partial travel reimbursement to/from SURF
•SURF Symposium --- August 5th, 2010
•$4,600 stipend

For more information and to apply to become a SURFer, visit our website:
http://www.sci.tamucc.edu/surf

Criteria for acceptance are:
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Completion of at least 16 credit hours of undergraduate science
Cumulative and science GPA of at least 2.5
Interest in graduate school for science
Recommendation from a faculty member

Application deadline: May 7, 2010

PAID Service-Learning Leadership Positions!

The Shriver Center has 4 Service-Learning Intern positions open for the Fall 2010 semester. Interns play a pivotal role in The Shriver Center's Service-Learning Program, which places nearly 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.

Open positions:
College Gardens Youth Program Service-Learning Intern #1 – Tutor children in academics and coordinate educational, artistic, and recreational activities for this after school program. The Intern drives the group to the site and leads the activities on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:15pm-5:45p.m.

College Gardens Youth Program Service-Learning Intern #2 – Tutor children in academics and coordinate educational, artistic, and recreational activities for this after school program. The Intern drives the group to the site and leads the activities on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15pm-5:45p.m.

College Night Mentoring Program Service-Learning Intern – Assist adolescent participants of The Choice Program with academics and development of positive social skills. Intern coordinates educational and recreational activities for the program on Mondays from 5pm-8:15pm.

Adult Literacy Program Service-Learning Intern – Provide one-on-one tutoring to adults in a broad range of subjects, ranging from literacy skill development to math skill building, and GED preparation. Intern drives the group to the site on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-8:30pm. Please note: If you are interested in this position, but not available on Tuesdays/Thursdays, please indicate your interest on the application and the evenings when you would be available to visit the site from 5-8:30pm during the week.

Benefits:
Each S-L Intern receives a $300-750 stipend for the semester, and a Service-Learning Leadership notation on their transcript with their enrollment in the 096 Practicum.

To download an application, visit Service-Learning @ The Shriver Center and click on "Service-Learning Intern Application – Fall 2010” at the bottom of the page.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by 5pm Friday, April 30th. Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions!

Looking for a Living Learning Community?

Are you looking for:

a) a Living Learning Community where you can live for 2010-2011?
b) a community of residents who are committed to service and civic engagement?
c) leadership opportunities in service-learning?

Then apply to live in the Shriver Living Learning Center (SLLC)!

Students who live in the SLLC participate in a number of activities together as an LLC:
- 1 credit course, Reflections on Community Service and Civic Engagement, in the Fall 2010 semester
- September 11th and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Days of Service
- Presentations and attendance at local and national conferences
- Community building activities

If you are looking to live on a floor with students who are committed to service, leadership, and civic engagement, then SLLC is a great match for you!

Go to The Shriver Living Learning Center to download an application. The deadline has been extended! Completed applications are now due to The Shriver Center by 5pm on Friday, April 30th. In-person interviews will take place in early May.

For any questions, contact Lori Hardesty, Staff Liaison to SLLC at lhardesty@umbc.edu.

April 27, 2010

Opportunity to present Research in Computational Chemistry

Molecular Education and Research Consortium in Undergraduate computational ChemistRY (MERCURY) is pleased to announce the Ninth Conference for Undergraduate Computational Chemistry. The Conference will be held Sunday August 1st-Tuesday August 3rd, 2010, at Hamilton College, in Clinton, NY.

The conference will feature plenary lectures by Wesley Allen, University of Georgia; Ivet Bahar, University of Pittsburgh; Alan Graves, GlaxoSmithKline; Donald Hamelberg, Georgia State University; John Stanton, University of Texas at Austin; and Dean Tantillo, University of California at Davis. Additional mainstays of the conference include an Undergraduate Poster Session and evening social sessions.

This conference is an excellent forum for undergraduates to present their work and to learn from experts in the field, allowing them to put their own research into perspective. It is equally valuable as a network for faculty working with undergraduates. Undergraduates from all types of institutions are invited to present their work.

Conference Fees are $225 for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students, $120 per faculty guest, and $115 for undergraduates, and include registration, housing, and meals. The conference registration deadline is July 21. Details of the conference and information on registration and submission of Abstracts can be found on our web site: http://mercury.chem.hamilton.edu.

4 IT Internships Available at Constellation Energy

Constellation Energy Commodities Group, Inc. is seeking outstanding undergrad & graduate students to intern over the summer of 2010. The internship program is approximately 10-12 weeks in duration. Opportunities are available in their Baltimore Offices. This internship is a PAID position.

Candidates should be self motivated individuals with a desire to apply their class work to real business situations. This is not a training program. Candidates will work on actual business and technical problems and develop practical skills through hands on activities. This internship will have a development/programming focus.

Ideal candidates will have the following experience or background:
• Working on a Masters or a Bachelors degree in a technical area (Computer Science, Computational Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, or Physics);
• Possess a desire to learn and integrate quantitative skills to develop and implement practical technical/business solutions. (Our employees are commercial, not theoretical quants);
• Have strong communications skills;
• Have an ability to work effectively in teams

Interested applicants MUST apply via UMBCworks and should also create a profile on Constellation's website at http://www.constellation.com/careers

Volunteer with Project HEALTH this Summer!

What are you doing this summer? Volunteer with Project HEALTH!

What is Project HEALTH?
It is an organization that seeks to break the link between poverty and poor health. We also work closely with doctors, nurses, lawyers, and social workers to provide patients with a holistic approach to health care that complements the care provided by health professionals in the clinical setting.

What does Project HEALTH do?
We mobilize college students to work as caseworkers in urban community clinics and provide low-income families in Baltimore with access to a wide variety of resources. UMBC, in partnership with St. Agnes Hospital, has launched a family-resource desk to connect families to community resources critical to their health, safety and economic survival. Project Health is a national network with sites in Baltimore, Boston, New York, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., and Chicago. Universities participating in Project Health Baltimore include the Johns Hopkins University, Loyola University in Maryland, and UMBC.

When are upcoming information sessions?
Information sessions for summer volunteering will take place:
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010, 12-12:50 PM in Commons 332
Monday, May 10th, 2010, 12-12:50 PM in Commons 331

How do I apply?
To request a link to the online application system, email Mohsan Chaudhry at umbc.projecthealth@gmail.com with “Summer Application - UMBC” in the subject line and your first and last name in the email body. The application is due by 5pm on Sunday, May 23rd. In order to receive your link to the application in a timely manner, please email us no later than Saturday, May 22nd, 2010.

Please email umbc.projecthealth@gmail.com with any questions you may have!

The City Council President is Looking for Interns for Summer Projects

The Office of the City Council President is seeking full-time interns for ten-week summer projects from June 7th to August 13th in the following areas: Business and Economic Development, Community Outreach and Constituent Services, Graphic Design, Legislative Affairs, and Research and Analysis.

All applications must be received by Friday, April 30th.

If interested in applying for any of the internships, email resumes and cover letter highlighting relevant work and academic experience to Ben Hyman ben.hyman@baltimorecity.gov. Put Summer Internship and interest area in the subject line, or mail applications to: Council President Bernard C. "Jack" Young, Summer Internship, c/o Ben Hyman, Baltimore City Council, 100
Holliday Street, Suite 400, Baltimore, MD 21202

April 29, 2010

Another PAID Intenship for ECON/FIEC/BTA Students at Constellation Energy!

Paid Cross Functional Change Management Internship

Cross Functional Change Management is a part of the Operations Management Group in Constellation Commodities Group & Power Operations. The intern in Cross Functional Change Management would be responsible for:

• Creating and distribution of daily/weekly reports generated out of Siebel and CER Data Warehouse
• Working to improve overall report functionality
• Supporting Retail Operations by developing long term workflow process documentation and reporting
• Assist with Retail Operational Training documentation
• Life cycle of a retail contract
• Additionally the intern would interact with Customer Care, Billing and Credit

The ideal candidate would be a junior majoring in Economics or Financial Economics with a concentration on project management. Experience with Excel mandatory; experience with SQL preferred.

Applicants must submit resumes via UMBCworks.

Interested applicants MUST apply via UMBCworks (Search for position # 9239430 and apply today - this internship closes on May 7!) and should also create a profile on the Constellation website at http://www.constellation.com/careers.

Please also submit your resumes to recruiting@constellation.com and in the subject line put Cross Functional Change Management Intern.

Questions, contact Mike Oettel, The Shriver Center, moettel@umbc.edu

Stellar Graphic Design Internship - and it's PAID!

Sterilex Corporation seeks to hire an Advertising Associate Intern for the company’s antimicrobial product line. Sterilex is a growing company with an emphasis on innovations in antimicrobial and anti-infective technologies for health care, food processing, and environmental decontamination applications. The internship could develop into a full-time position as well.

The Advertising Associate will be tasked to work with Sterilex’s marketing team to creatively design and develop print advertisements, electronic advertisements and website graphics. Applicant must be proficient with standard graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Applicant will also be responsible for updating and managing the Sterilex website. Proficiency with HTML is a necessity and Java/Flash experience is a plus.

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in graphic design. Applicant should be creative, motivated, and must have good written and oral communication skills.

Sterilex offers a supportive environment for growth and achievement. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Candidate should submit their resume by fax or by email with cover letter to Alex Josowitz at 410-581-8864 or alex@sterilex.com.

Sterilex is an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website at www.sterilex.com.

Internships in Virology and Molecular Biology

Two summer internship positions are available at Viracine Therapeutics Corp., beginning June 2010 through the end of August 2010 to work on virology and molecular biology. The candidates should have or be pursuing MS or BS degree in Biology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry. Experience in molecular techniques such as DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, sequence analysis, PCR, Northern/Southern/western blot analyses, and in vitro cell culture are essential. Maintaining a detailed laboratory notebook record and ability to work in a team are required.

Preferred Student status: Rising Seniors and Graduate Student

Preferred Major: Applied Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences

Minimum GPA: 3.0

Preferred start date: June 01, 2010

Apply today for best consideration!

April 30, 2010

Local Special Needs School Needs Your Help!

Local Delrey School, a school that serves children with cerebral palsy, needs volunteers for their upcoming May Fair on Saturday, May 8th from 9am-2pm. They are just off of Frederick Road, less than 10 minutes from UMBC. For more info on the Delrey School, go to http://www.delreyschool.org/

Volunteers are needed to work in the following areas:

Bake Sale
Drink Sale
Flower Sale
Selling Raffle Tickets for Gift Baskets being raffled
Children’s Games
Corn Hole Competition


If you are interested, contact Fran Zing either via email at fring@ucp-cm.org or at 410-314-5000, ext. 101.

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