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May 23, 2011

President's Commission for Women Accepting Applications!

UMBC's President's Commission for Women (PCW) is now accepting membership applications from men and women for the next academic year. The PCW has monthly meetings to address issues that directly or indirectly concern women students, faculty and staff on the UMBC campus, and those issues that relate to equal access for women to the educational and employment opportunities at UMBC. Please consider becoming a member and helping us achieve our goals! Membership is open to all members of the UMBC community: men, women, students, staff, and faculty.

If interested in joining, please visit the PCW website and complete the Membership Application, which can be sent to Dawn Stoute (dstoute@umbc.edu), Provost's Office.

May 4, 2011

Public Allies Deadline: May 15th!

Public Allies Maryland is accepting applications for the 2011-2012 program year! Through our signature AmeriCorps program, Public Allies 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. We seek diverse, dedicated, service-minded individuals to serve in our full-time, ten-month, paid leadership positions. We develop the next generation of civic leaders through nonprofit apprenticeships, leadership development training, and team service projects. The next class will serve from October 2011-July 2012.

Applications are accepted online at www.publicallies.org now through May 15, 2011. Applicants must have at least a GED or High School Diploma and be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Please check out the Public Allies website for more information. Drop by our Meet & Greet on Wed. April 13 from 4-7pm at the University of Maryland School of Social Work (525 W. Redwood Street Baltimore MD 21201) to meet this year's class of Allies and see if this program is right for you.

May 2, 2011

Get your Internship or Research Position Noted on Your Transcript Plus Obtain Credit

Do you have an internship, co-op, or research position for the summer semester and are interested in obtaining credit or simply having the information added to your transcript?

If yes, let the The Shriver Center help you.

Simply follow the instructions found at:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/students/internco-opresearch/student-practicum/
and call the Shriver Center's front desk at 410-455-2493 for an appointment.

The Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building.

We look forward to working with you to help you obtain credit.

April 29, 2011

Health Leads Recruiting for Summer Volunteers!

Health Leads (formally known as Project HEALTH) is an organization that seeks to break the link between poverty and poor health. Though national in scope, Health Leads takes a local approach to finding innovative solutions to the health care crisis.

We mobilize college students to work in urban community clinics and provide low-income families in Baltimore with access to a wide variety of resources. Health Leads volunteers work closely with patients to navigate the resource landscape in order to address basic needs such as employment, housing, food, utilities, etc. 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. 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. More information can be found at www.healthleadsusa.org and the following video by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Information sessions will be held:

April 29th at 1:00pm in PUP 107
Monday May 2nd at 2pm in PUP 107
Tuesday May 3rd at 4pm in PUP 107


To request a link to the online application system, email Mohsan Chaudhry at umbc.healthleads@gmail.com with “Fall Application - UMBC” in the subject line and your first and last name in the email body.

The application is due by Friday, May 6th 2011 by 12am. Attendance at an information session in not mandatory for applying to Health Leads.

Please click the following link for a personalized application: Health Leads Summer 2011 Application

If you have any questions, please email us at umbc.healthleads@gmail.com.

April 26, 2011

Apply for Leadership Opportunities through Service-Learning!

The Shriver Center is currently seeking Service-Learning Interns for the 2011-2012 academic year. Interns play a pivotal role in the Service-Learning Program, which places over 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. The positions open for the 2011-2012 year are open to students from all majors!

OPEN POSITIONS:

The Choice Program's College Night: coordinate mentoring activities to adolescents visiting UMBC on Mondays from 5pm-8:30pm

College Gardens Youth Program: coordinate after-school activities to elementary and middle school aged youth on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 2:15pm-5:45pm

Education Based Latino Outreach (EBLO): provide academic and literacy support to Latino youth on Saturdays from 9am-1:45pm

MS Swim: provide one-on-one aquatic therapy support for adults who have Multiple Sclerosis at the Catonsville Y on Fridays/Sundays from 1pm-4pm

Refugee Youth Project at Patterson Park High School: provide tutoring and mentoring support to adolescent refugees on Wednesdays from 2:40pm-6:30pm

Refugee Youth Project with Project Team: coordinate after-school activities for elementary school children on Mondays from 3pm-6pm

LET'S GO Boys & Girls STEM Program: provide tutoring and small group instruction in STEM robotics program at the Westport Boys & Girls Club of Baltimore City on Thursdays 3pm-7:30pm

More detailed information about these positions can be found on the Service-Learning Intern application, available on the Shriver Center's website.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by 5pm on Friday, May 6th! Email Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions.

April 20, 2011

Graduating Seniors: AmeriCorps Positions in UMBC's Service-Learning!

Apply to become an AmeriCorps VISTA with UMBC’s Service-Learning Program!

AmeriCorps VISTA members commit to serve as full-time volunteers for one year.

WHAT VISTA POSITIONS CAN I APPLY FOR?
Several positions are open and recruiting high-quality applicants!

• The MDCC VISTA will work with UMBC’s Service-Learning Program and two middle school partners in the implementation of 3 key campus-community projects:
o Plan college access visits to campus for local middle school partners
o Coordinate curriculum-based service-learning projects with middle school partners
o Recruit UMBC students to serve as volunteers for service-learning activities

• The BALTIMORE CARES VISTA positions will divide their time between the Office of the Mayor-City of Baltimore, a community-based program, and UMBC's Service-Learning Program in this new collaboration. The VISTAs will develop and implement an interdisciplinary service-learning curriculum focused on the problem of vacant lots and drug addiction in the city. Multiple VISTA positions available.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
• The VISTA member will receive health insurance, a travel allowance (for work-related meetings and events), and a taxable living allowance of approximately $11,200 for the year of full-time service.

• After successfully completing the service year, the VISTA will be eligible to receive either $1,200 in cash or an AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,350 that can be used toward the repayment of student loans or school tuition.

HOW DO I APPLY?
• Complete the AmeriCorps VISTA Positions - Intent to Apply Form that you can access at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/students/service-learning/service-learning-forms/ The deadline for completed Intent to Apply forms is 5pm, Friday, April 29th, 2011.

Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) in the Service-Learning Program at The Shriver Center for more information.

April 17, 2011

Its Not Too Late to Obtain an Internship or Research Position this Summer!

Let the Shriver Center assist you with locating your next Internship, Co-op, or Research Position.

We have over 600 listings on UMBCworks for this spring and summer.

Take a look at what students did this past summer.

If you currently do not have a resume approved on UMBCworks for intern listings, please follow the simple directions found at: http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/students/internco-opresearch/how-do-i-get-started/

We look forward to working with you!

Te Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building. Call our office at 410-455-2493 for an appointment to meet with an Intern Coordinator for your major!

March 6, 2011

$3,500 Scholarship Available- THE JACQUELINE C. HRABOWSKI & LINKS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP

Have you provided service to Baltimore City youth?
Will you be a junior or senior during the 2011-2012 academic year and have a 3.0 GPA?
Do you want to obtain a $3,500 Scholarship? If yes, apply today!

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THE JACQUELINE C. HRABOWSKI & LINKS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP

The Links, Incorporated (http://www.linksinc.org/) founded in 1946, is one of the oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of women who are committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. The Links members are newsmakers, role models, mentors, activists and volunteers who work toward the realization of making the name “Links” not only a chain of friendship, but also a chain of purposeful service.

The Links, Inc. will award one $3500 scholarship to a deserving UMBC student for the 2011-2012 academic year in recognition of the accomplishments and contributions of Jacqueline C. Hrabowski.

Selection Criteria
The scholarship recipient will be recognized based upon her/his commitment to improving the lives of at-risk urban youth through academic studies and community service activities.
• Candidate should be a full-time, degree-seeking student at UMBC, enrolled in her/his junior or senior year during the 2011-2012 academic year with a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• The applicant must have provided service to Baltimore City at-risk youth.

To apply, candidates are asked to:
• Provide a resume and an unofficial transcript.
• Submit a 500-word essay explaining actions that she/he has participated in that have contributed to improving the lives of Baltimore City youth.

Application credentials should be submitted to:
Christine Routzahn, Director of Professional Practice
The Shriver Center at UMBC
1st Floor of the Public Policy Building
routzahn@umbc.edu
(410) 455-2493

Deadline to Apply
Monday, March 28th at 12Noon

Questions?
Please feel free to contact Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center at routzahn@umbc.edu

February 20, 2011

You can STILL Obtain Credit for your Spring Internship or Research Position

Do you have an internship, co-op, or research position for the spring semester and are interested in obtaining credit or simply having the information added to your transcript?

If yes, let the The Shriver Center help you.

Simply follow the instructions found at:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html
and call the Shriver Center's front desk at 410-455-2493 for an appointment.

The Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building.

We look forward to working with you to help you obtain credit.

Politics and the Environment: Internships in Annapolis with the Maryland League of Conservation Voters

The Maryland League of Conservation Voters is the political voice of the environmental community in Maryland advocating for sound conservation policies, promoting pro-environment candidates and holding elected officials and appointed leaders accountable for protecting and restoring the environment. The Maryland League of Conservation Voters Education Fund works to maximize the participation of conservation minded voters in public policy decisions made at the state levels regarding Maryland’s environment and natural resources.

We offer internships throughout the year, in three to four month intervals typically starting in late May, September, or January. We work to match applicant’s skills and interests with organizational priorities and needs. Many interns work in one of the following program areas.

* Outreach Projects
* Media and Communication
* Political and Legislative Campaigns
* Fundraising and Development

Questions? Visit www.mdlcv.org/about/jobs or email dlipinski@mdlcv.org

ALSO, IF INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT THESE INTERN POSITIONS:
STOP BY THE COMMONS BREEZEWAY and look for the Maryland League of Conservation Voters table on Monday, February 28th from 10am to 12Noon.

February 11, 2011

Volunteers Needed: Refugee Youth Project @ Patterson Park High School

The mission of the Refugee Youth Project (RYP) is to facilitate a program committed to tutoring and mentoring the adolescent refugee population in Baltimore. UMBC's Service-Learning program is recruiting students to volunteer with RYP at Patterson Park High School on Wednesdays from 2:30-6:30pm. This is an opportunity for the UMBC community to aid in the assimilation of one of the under represented youth groups in Baltimore City and further promote their education while providing a significant window of opportunity that these students would not other wise have access to.

“RYP students come from 17 different countries, including Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Eritrea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, and Bhutan.”

Transportation by way of the Shriver Center Vans will be provided for all volunteers who sign up with the 096 Practicum. You can buff up your resume and transcript with a service-learning practicum notation.

The Shriver Center encourages volunteers to sign up by February 18th so that they may be available to attend one of the two available mandatory training sessions. The first is on Wednesday, February 16th at John’s Hopkins University and the second is right here on UMBC’s campus on February 21st from 3-6 pm.

This program will be a mutually enriching experience for both the volunteers and students. Contact Manpreet Suri (suri139@gmail.com), Service-Learning Intern for Refugee Youth Project at Patterson Park High School, to reserve your spot and sign up for a training.

February 7, 2011

Intern at Any MD Nonprofit this Summer and Get Paid for It

Participate in the Walter Sondheim Jr. Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program
A Program Administered by The Shriver Center at UMBC, Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations, and the Office of the Governor

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program offers paid summer internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work for ten weeks full-time from June6th to August 12th while participating in bi-weekly seminars in nonprofit management. Each participating student receives a $3,000 stipend.

INTERNSHIP BENEFITS
College and university undergraduate and graduate students from various majors are provided with an opportunity to build valuable skills, explore career choices within the nonprofit sector and gain experience managing and leading public service organizations. In doing so, the Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program makes an important contribution to the development of the state’s current and future workforce and citizenry.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
• Eligible applicants must be graduate or undergraduate students attending a two- or four- year college or university in Maryland with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all undergraduate applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2011 semester.
• Candidates must intern full-time for 10 weeks from June 6 to August 12, 2011.
• Interns must be willing to travel to the Baltimore area as necessary during the ten weeks of the program to attend four to five professional development seminars conducted by the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations.
• Special consideration for admittance into the program will be given to applicants who have secured a summer internship in a Maryland non-profit at the time of application. However, assistance will be given to students without a placement once they are admitted into the Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program.

All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply:
Obtain an application at: ShriverCenter.umbc.edu/nonprofit

Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 15, 2011

For more information, contact: Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center, routzahn@umbc.edu

February 5, 2011

RESUMANIA 2011: Drop-In Resume Reviews at The Career Services and Shriver Centers

Need resume help?
Are you looking for a full-time or part-time job?
Are you looking for an internship or research opportunity?

Drop-In and Get Your Resume Reviewed and Approved on UMBCworks
February 8th, 9th, and 10th, 12 Noon to 4PM Each Day

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To get started, stop by the Career Services Center or the Shriver Center anytime between Noon and 4:00pm on Tuesday, February 8 to Thursday, February 10 for RESUMANIA. Just bring us an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive or upload it on UMBCworks and we’ll have you ready to look for positions the same day!

No appointments, no hassle, and all it takes is 20 minutes of your time.

Get your resume reviewed at either the Career Serices Center or Shriver Center based on the type of position you are seeking to obtain.

The Career Services Center:
Provides assistance with locating: Part-time, Full-time, On-Campus & Seasonal Jobs
2nd Floor of the Math/Psych Building, 410-455-2216
careers.umbc.edu

The Shriver Center
Provides assistance with locating: Internships, Coops, Research, & Service Opportunities
1st Floor of the Public Policy Building, 410-455-2493
shrivercenter.umbc.edu

We look forward to seeing you!

UMBCworks is a collaborative partnership of the Career Services Center and The Shriver Center.

January 31, 2011

Volunteer with Refugee Youth Project & Make a World of Difference!

The Refugee Youth Project (RYP) is an after school and mentoring program that seeks to improve the lives of Baltimore's youngest refugees by supporting their academic needs and making their acculturation simple and meaningful. RYP students come from 17 different countries, including Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Eritrea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, and Bhutan.

The Shriver Center's Service-Learning program is offering TWO opportunities for students to get involved with RYP this spring:

- Sign up as a Volunteer with RYP on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-6pm. Transportation is provided for students who enroll through the Service-Learning program.

- Apply to become the Service-Learning Intern for RYP this spring! The Intern will be eligible to receive a “Service-Learning Leadership” notation on their transcript. To access the Service-Learning Intern Application for Spring 2011, visit: http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/service_forms.html. Applications are due Monday, January 31st.

All students interested in volunteering/interning with RYP will be required to attend a training on February 9th at UMBC. Call The Shriver Center at 410.455.2493 to sign up for a spot before the site fills up!

Calling all STEM Majors in Harford County!

NEEDED: STEM majors who like to have fun!
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LET’S GO Boys and Girls, Inc. is in need of volunteers to assist us is implementing a LEGO robotics program and our own Simple Science and Everyday Engineering program at the Aberdeen Branch of the Boys and Girls Club of Harford County. Stipends are available!

The mission of LET’S GO Boys and Girls, Inc. is to enable out-of-school organizations, especially those focused on the underserved, to deliver fun, hands-on STEM education activities to grow the number of students entering technical career pathways.

How To Get Started:
Sign up to volunteer with Let’s Go on Mondays or Wednesdays from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Selected volunteers will receive a $300 stipend. Access the “LET’S GO STEM – Volunteer Application” on The Shriver Center's websitel and indicate your interest in the Harford County location.

DEADLINE EXTENSION! All applications are due to The Shriver Center by Friday, February 4th. Only a few spots are available, so don't miss this paid volunteer opportunity!

PAID Volunteer & Leadership Positions for STEM Majors

NEEDED: STEM majors who like to have fun!

LET’S GO Boys and Girls, Inc. is in need of volunteers to assist us is implementing a LEGO robotics program and our own Simple Science and Everyday Engineering program at the Boys and Girls Club of Metropolitan Baltimore. Stipends are available!

The mission of LET’S GO Boys and Girls, Inc. is to enable out-of-school organizations, especially those focused on the underserved, to deliver fun, hands-on STEM education activities to grow the number of students entering technical career pathways.

The Shriver Center's Service-Learning program is offering TWO opportunities for students to get involved with LET’S GO this spring:

- Sign up as a Volunteer with Let’s Go on Thursdays from 3pm-8pm. Selected volunteers will receive a $300 stipend, and transportation is provided for students who enroll through the Service-Learning program. Access the “LET’S GO STEM – Volunteer Application” on The Shriver Center's website. Application due to The Shriver Center by Monday, January 31st.

- Apply to become the Service-Learning Intern for Let’s Go this spring! The Intern will receive a $400 stipend and will be eligible to receive a “Service-Learning Leadership” transcript notation. Access the “LET’S GO STEM - Service-Learning Intern Application” on The Shriver Center's website. Application due to The Shriver Center by Monday, January 31st.

DEADLINE EXTENSION! All interested students must now submit their application to The Shriver Center by Friday, February 4th! Don't miss this paid volunteer opportunity!

Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions.

Apply to be a Service-Learning Intern!

The Shriver Center has 3 Service-Learning Intern positions open for the Spring 2011 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. Open positions include:

Refugee Youth Project – Provide tutoring and mentoring support to adolescent refugees. Intern leads the group on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-6:30pm.
Project Team – Work with youth to stress teamwork and unity through fun and creative group activities. Intern leads the group on Mondays from 4pm- 7pm.
Adult Literacy Program at The Learning Bank – Assist adults with tutoring and GED prep. Intern leads the group on Tuesday evenings from 5pm-8:30pm; day of week for service is flexible.

Some Intern positions provide a stipend; all provide a “Service-Learning Leadership” transcript notation.

To download an application, visit The Shriver Center and click on "Service-Learning Intern Application – Spring 2011” at the bottom of the page.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by Monday, January 31st. Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions!

January 28, 2011

Volunteers Needed for Baltimore City Computer Initiative- STIPEND AVAILABLE

'Let's All Take Computers Home,' or L@TCH, is a program created from of a partnership between a
community organization in east Baltimore called, Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition
(HEBCAC) and the Center for Community Technology Services(CCTS). The goal of L@TCH is to
distribute a home computer to every Baltimore city student who does not have one. Those of us who
work on this program believe that computers can help parents keep up to date on their child's progress
in school while improving a child's home learning environment by providing them with a home learning
center.

In order to get the students exited about the L@TCH program we are looking for volunteers who would
be interested in leading class demonstrations for students. We would ask the volunteers to talk a little
bit about the program and demonstrate some of the fun learning software that comes loaded on the
LATCH computers. The demonstrations would be only 15 minutes and we ask our volunteers to do 3- 6
demonstrations in one day. We are willing to offer a stipend of $20 per 15 minutes demonstration. You do
not have to be a tech geek to help us, we just need someone who knows a little bit about computers and
is not afraid of public speaking! For more information visit our website: everyfamilyconnected.org

Anyone interested in volunteering please email devons@cctsbaltimore.org

January 27, 2011

Last Chance to Apply to The Institute for Responsible Citizenship

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is now accepting applications. We provide an intensive summer leadership program for talented African American male college students.

Institute scholars work at high-level internships, take a challenging seminar in economics and political science, and meet influential leaders in the public and private sectors. Housing and other expenses are paid by the Institute.

Applicants must be college sophomores. Students from all majors are eligible.

We have extended our deadline for the summer program to Friday, February 4, 2011.

To learn more about our announcement and the application process, visit our website at www.i4rc.org. Frequently Asked Questions can be found at www.i4rc.org/faq_intro.htm

January 21, 2011

Become a Leader in Service: Apply to be a Service-Learning Intern

The Shriver Center has 3 Service-Learning Intern positions open for the Spring 2011 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. Open positions include:

Refugee Youth Project – Provide tutoring and mentoring support to adolescent refugees. Intern leads the group on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-6:30pm.
Project Team – Work with youth to stress teamwork and unity through fun and creative group activities. Intern leads the group on Mondays from 4pm- 7pm.
Adult Literacy Program at The Learning Bank – Assist adults with tutoring and GED prep. Intern leads the group on Tuesday evenings from 5pm-8:30pm; day of week for service is flexible.

Some Intern positions provide a stipend; all provide a “Service-Learning Leadership” transcript notation.

To download an application, visit The Shriver Center and click on "Service-Learning Intern Application – Spring 2011” at the bottom of the page.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by Monday, January 31st. Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions!

Refugee Youth Project: Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities this Spring!

The Refugee Youth Project (RYP) is an after school and mentoring program that seeks to improve the lives of Baltimore's youngest refugees by supporting their academic needs and making their acculturation simple and meaningful. RYP students come from 17 different countries, including Liberia, Senegal, Mauritania, Eritrea, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, and Bhutan.

The Shriver Center's Service-Learning program is offering TWO opportunities for students to get involved with RYP this spring:

- Sign up as a Volunteer with RYP on Wednesdays from 2:30pm-6pm. Transportation is provided for students who enroll through the Service-Learning program.

- Apply to become the Service-Learning Intern for RYP this spring! The Intern will be eligible to receive a “Service-Learning Leadership” notation on their transcript. To access the Service-Learning Intern Application for Spring 2011, visit: http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/service_forms.html. Applications are due Monday, January 31st.

All students interested in volunteering/interning with RYP will be required to attend a training on February 9th at UMBC. Call The Shriver Center at 410.455.2493 to sign up for a spot before the site fills up!

December 12, 2010

The Baltimore Child Abuse Center is looking for Spring Interns

The Baltimore Child Abuse Center is looking for the following interns:

Information System Intern
Management/Finance Intern
Development Intern

The Baltimore Child Abuse Center was established in 1987 to lessen the trauma that children experience during an investigation of child sexual abuse. To this end, BCAC's mission is to provide all reported victims of child sexual abuse and their non-offending caretakers with comprehensive interviews including forensic medical examinations for the children, treatment referral, crisis counseling services, and referral to community resources, as well as expanded prevention, intervention, and aftercare services.

IF INTERESTED, please apply to these intern listings via UMBCworks.

If you do not have a resume approved on UMBCwoks for an intern search, connect with The Shriver Center (410-455-2493) and follow the simply instructions via our website at: http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

December 6, 2010

Baltimore BORN, founded by RAVEN Domonique Foxworth, is seeking Tutors

BORN is an after school program based in East Baltimore and was created by Baltimore Raven Domonique Foxworth for the young men in Baltimore who have the talent and potential to succeed, but lack the opportunities to do so due to various social obstacles and the appeal of the street. The 5th and 6th graders at BORN struggle with their math and reading skills and need help in the form of tutoring. We are currently seeking university students who like working with young kids to tutor and help the boys succeed.

Position Description: This position would require the tutor to assist the students with their math and Reading assignments from school there by enhancing their Math and Reading skills. The tutor would work with one or two boys at a time. The over all aim is to improve academic achievement of the boy's so that they will successfully transition from one grade level to the next with ease.

Responsibilities:
• Complete 3-5 hours of tutoring a week
• Maintain a Math/Reading log of each student tutored so as to track progress and identify areas of learning that need attention.
• Work patiently with students to ensure they understand concepts being taught.
• Report to Program Managers after tutoring session to discuss observations/input/progress made.

Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in a university.
• Successful completion of at least a basic university level Math and English course.

Hours: We are willing to work with your schedule. Tutoring will take place anytime between 2:30pm-5:00 Monday-Friday. Tutors can choose what days they would like to come in. A minimum of one hour is expected each time you come in.

Position Type: Since we are a non profit this position is a Volunteer/ Unpaid position.

IF INTERESTED: Please connect with UMBC alum Nikita Soman, Assistant Program Manager
at Baltimore BORN at nikita@baltimoreborn.org

November 21, 2010

The Top 5 Pieces of Information YOU need to know about Internships, Co-ops and Research

The Shriver Center presents....

The Top 5 Pieces of Information YOU need to know about Internships, Co-ops and Research

5. Many internships, co-ops and research position for Summer of 2011 have application deadlines in the Fall Semester. This means to be competitive, you should meet with a Shriver Center coordinator today to get your resume in shape and to be eligible to apply. BONUS: By applying in fall, you can be the envy of your friends by having your summer internship planned before the start of Spring semester.

4. Are you currently working in on-campus research, a co-op or part-time internship or do you have an internship or research position already lined up for next Spring or Summer? The Shriver Center can help you get academic credit for your hard work and get a notation on your transcript indicating your participation in a university-sanctioned applied learning experience. Transcript notations make you stand out from the competition when you are applying for full-time jobs and graduate school. Call the Shriver Center today at 410-455-2493 to tell us about your placement and discuss your options for credit.

3. The Shriver Center has a range of services available exclusively to UMBC students. From UMBCworks, our online database system with more than 500 internship, co-op and research opportunities, to our resume and cover letter critique and review services, to personalized, one-on-one interview prep sessions, we are here to help you be successful in identifying a great internship. Visit our website- http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

2. Networking is one of the best ways to find an internship and the Shriver Center sponsors a range of events for you to meet professionals in your field. The Spring semester marks the return of the Shriver Center On the Road series where we take you to see the companies. Connect with your Shriver Center coordinator now to position yourself to get priority for these trips.

1. Now is the time to find a spring or summer internship! UMBCworks has a wide array of part-time, PAID, positions available for the Spring and Summer 2011 semesters, but you need to apply now to be considered. If you don't already have an approved resume in UMBCworks, stop by the Shriver Center on the first floor of the Public Policy Building TODAY to make an appointment with a coordinator.

Good luck with the rest of your semester and we look forward to seeing you soon!

November 12, 2010

What Are You Doing Over Spring Break?

Have you considered an Alternative School Break (ASB)?

Are you a passionate and caring Individual?
Interested in making a difference?
Do you desire to help others?
Are you looking for more ways to get involved?

COME TO THE ASB KICK-OFF
WHEN: WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 17TH, 11am to 1pm,
WHERE: LOWER FLAT TUESDAYS

Questions? Contact Ben Davis (bdavis4@umbc.edu) for more information

November 7, 2010

Institute for Responsible Citizenship now accepting applications

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC and New York City. The Institute provides America’s best and brightest African American male college students with unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and life-long mentorship.

Program Highlights—
High-level internships around Washington, DC
Exposure to influential leaders
Rigorous academic training
Leadership development seminars
Activities that promote strong bonds

—Program Details —
All majors welcome
Must be a college sophomore to apply
Must commit to two summers
Housing is provided by the Institute

Deadline: January 7, 2011
Applications accepted on a rolling basis through January 7, 2011. To learn more the announcement and the application process, visit www.i4rc.org

November 5, 2010

Volunteers Needed for Baltimore City Computer Initiative

'Let's All Take Computers Home,' or L@TCH, is a program created from a partnership between a community organization in east Baltimore called, Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition (HEBCAC) and the Center for Community Technology Services(CCTS). The goal of L@TCH is to distribute a home computer to every Baltimore city student who does not have one. Those who work on this program believe that computers can help parents keep up to date on their child's progress in school while improving a child's home learning environment by providing them with a home learning center.

We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in leading computer training workshops for Baltimore families. We will train or coach volunteers to deliver 3 hour training sessions to small groups of parents and kids at various locations in Baltimore. We are working with five schools, at each school there will be three training workshops that will take place sometime between the end of November to February. We are asking each volunteer to, ‘adopt a school’ and if possible, lead all three training workshops at one location. The workshops would be on weekday evenings and/or Saturday mornings. The curriculum has already been written so the computer lesson is scripted. The focus of the lesson would be computer set-up and online safety. You do not have to be a tech geek to help us, we just need someone who knows a little bit about computers and is not afraid of public speaking! For more information visit our website: everyfamilyconnected.org

Individuals interested in volunteering please email devons@cctsbaltimore.org

October 24, 2010

Shriver Center Walk-In Days for Resume Reviews this Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Looking for an internship, co-op, research, or service opportunity this spring?
Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit?
Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

The UMBC Shriver Center can help you answer all of those questions. The Shriver Center has MANY PAID and UNPAID opportunities available for ALL majors this upcoming SPRING 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 THIS TUESDAY (10/26), WEDNESDAY (10/27), or THURSDAY (10/28) for the Spring 2011 Kick Off.

Simply upload your resume to UMBCworks and we'll review your resume and get you set up on UMBCworks to look for intern, co-op, and/or research positions THAT DAY! It's that simple!
Click here for Directions on how to add your resume to UMBCworks

No appointments, no hassle, and best of all, FREE TREATS!!! 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
Questions, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493
Also, if you prefer an appointment, simply call or stop by the office.

October 17, 2010

Lunch & Learn Human Services Panel on Monday, 10/25 during FREE HOUR

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Internships in Human Services

Monday, October 25th
12:00 Noon to 1pm (FREE HOUR)
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors
Snacks provided!

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship in the field of Human Services. The representatives below will describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available. Therefore, bring your resume (however, its not required).

Hear from the following panelists:
Marian Amoa, Assistant Director
United Way of Central Maryland
http://www.uwcm.org/uwcm/

Barbara Anderson, Executive Director
ProBono Counseling
http://www.probonocounseling.org/

Madeline Manlove, Executive and Public Policy Assistant
Habitat For Humanity of the Chesapeake
http://habitatchesapeake.org/

Jennifer Valacka, M.S., Director of Operations/Family Trainer
Children Achieving Maximum Potential, Inc. (CHAMP)
http://www.childrenachieving.com/

Farajii R. Muhammad, Public Awareness Coordinator
Maryland CASA Association
www.marylandcasa.org

Kyle Wolfe, Research Program Coordinator
Center for Learning and Health
Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine

http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/psychiatry/bayview/clinical_services/substance_abuse/center_for_learning.html

HOPE YOU CAN ATTEND!

If you have any questions, please contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu).


October 10, 2010

Obtain a Great Internship this Spring or Summer via The Shriver Center and UMBCworks

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, please consider applying to intern positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 500 great NEW SPRING and SUMMER INTERN, CO-OP and RESEARCH positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!!

If your resume is already approved by The Shriver Center, here's how you can quickly and easily apply for one today:
1) Log in to UMBCworks by logging into your myUMBC account, click on the "Topics" tab, and then clicking on "Jobs & Internships" followed by "UMBCworks".
2) Now that you're in UMBC works, you just need to:
a) Click on the "Jobs" tab and select UMBCworks
b) Narrow your search by selecting your major and "Internships via the Shriver Center" under Position Type
c) Hit the "Search" button
d) Click on any of the job titles to get an in-depth position description
e) Hit "Submit" to send your resume to that company.

It only takes a few moments to send your resume to any company in UMBCworks, so if you're looking for a spring or summer internship, why wait?

Apply today. It's easy!

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

Institute for Responsible Citizenship now accepting applications

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC and New York City. The Institute provides America’s best and brightest African American male college students with unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and life-long mentorship.

Program Highlights—
High-level internships around Washington, DC
Exposure to influential leaders
Rigorous academic training
Leadership development seminars
Activities that promote strong bonds

—Program Details —
All majors welcome
Must be a college sophomore to apply
Must commit to two summers
Housing is provided by the Institute

Deadline: January 7, 2011
Applications accepted on a rolling basis through January 7, 2011. To learn more the announcement and the application process, visit www.i4rc.org

2011 ABELL AWARD IN URBAN POLICY COMPETITION

Submit a research paper on a pressing policy problem facing the City of Baltimore.
Up to $5000 in award money available!

All full-time students at Coppin State University, Goucher College, Johns Hopkins University, Loyola University Maryland, Morgan State University, College of Notre Dame, Towson University, University of Baltimore, University of Maryland, Baltimore, UMBC, University of Maryland, College Park, and Stevenson University are eligible to participate.

Applicants must be full-time, matriculated students at the time the final paper is submitted.

DEADLINES
Entry form: OCTOBER 22, 2010
Abstract: NOVEMBER 22, 2010
Final papers: February 28, 2011

CLICK HEREhttp://ips.jhu.edu/pub/Abell-Award-In-Urban-Policy-Submission-Guidelines for entry form, contest guidelines, FAQ's, sample topics, winning papers from past years, and other helpful information.

Sponsored by
The Abell Foundation and The Johns Hopkins Institute for Policy Studies

Internships in Politics, Public Policy, and Public Administration

Are you interested in an internship in politics, public policy, or public administration?

Each spring semester, the UMBC Political Science Department sponsors an internship program in Policy, Politics, and Public Administration. Students accepted into this program are placed with local and state legislators, members of Congress, political parties, interest groups, think tanks, lobbyists, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.

While gaining practical experience and making important contacts in the Baltimore, Annapolis or Washington areas, students earn 7 academic credits.

The deadline to apply for most internships is November 17, 2010.

Students specifically interested in an internship with the Maryland General Assembly, however, should contact Dr. Hussy immediately to learn about this program’s earlier deadline and special rules.

Read more details and download the application materials at the Political Science Department’s website,
http://www.umbc.edu/politicalsci/interships.htm
Open to all juniors and seniors with a 3.00 GPA or above

For more information, contact:
Dr. Laura Hussey, Department of Political Science

Internships 101: How to Get Hired- Learn from a Panel of Student Experts

Monday, October 18th
12Noon to 1:00 PM
Commons 331

Looking for an internship, co-op, and/or research opportunity? Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit? Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

The UMBC Shriver Center can help you answer all of those questions.

During this hour long session, you will learn and hear from students who have successfully landed fantastic opportunities. Obtain their advice on topics ranging from resume prep and acing the interview process to negotiating salary questions.

Currently, The Shriver Center has MANY opportunities available for ALL majors 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 many times eligible to earn upper level credit by interning 8 to 10 hours per week.

We hope you will join us for this informative panel session.

September 27, 2010

The Learning Bank Needs GED Tutors!

Volunteer to help tutor adolescents and adults who are working to obtain their GED or other educational goals. Tutors are needed to assist with basic literacy support (reading/writing) and problem-solving/critical thinking components (math).

Transportation is provided on Tuesday mornings from 9:30am-12:30pm and Thursday evenings from 5pm-8:30pm. If you are interested in volunteering on these days, please call The Shriver Center at 410.455.2493 to set up a time to register. If you want to volunteer, but not on these days, let us know – other volunteer times are available!

Call before October 6th to secure your spot!

Make a World of Difference This Semester

Do you want to give back to your community this Fall?

Students placed through the Service-Learning Program are enrolled in the 096 Service-Learning Practicum, which enables them to receive a notation on their transcript which recognizes participation in university-sanctioned community service. A 3-5 hour weekly commitment of time is required for participation in Service-Learning placements.

To learn more about weekly service opportunities available for the Fall semester, check out our Fall 2010 Service Charts.

Academic credit is also available for students who are interested in connecting their service with a specific course or discipline.

To get started, contact The Shriver Center at 410.455.2493 and set up an appointment today! The deadline for registering is October 6th!

September 9, 2010

Short Term Volunteers Needed for ORCHkids Music Program

Join The Shriver Center and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at Lockerman Bundy Elementary School to help evaluate the ORCHkids Music program serving Baltimore City youth!

Volunteers are needed for work interviewing students at Lockerman Bundy this September for a baseline measurement. To learn more about this opportunity, please join us at one of these upcoming information sessions:

Friday, September 10: 2:00-3:00 p.m.
The Shriver Center (Main Floor - public Policy Building)


Monday, September 13: 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Math/Psych room 104

For more information, or if you cannot attend either information session, please contact Jennifer Arndt Robinson or Oscar Sinclair. We hope to meet you soon!

Jennifer Arndt Robinson
(410) 455-6313 (work)
(443)794-4799 (cell)
jarndt@umbc.edu

Oscar Sinclair
(410) 919-3158 (mobile)
sinclai1@umbc.edu

September 7, 2010

Volunteer to Support Adults with Multiple Sclerosis

According to the National MS Society, “Multiple sclerosis (or MS) is a chronic, often disabling disease that attacks the central nervous system (CNS), which is made up of the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. Symptoms may be mild, such as numbness in the limbs, or severe, such as paralysis or loss of vision. The progress, severity, and specific symptoms of MS are unpredictable and vary from one person to another.”

What can I do to help?
The YMCA in Catonsville currently offers swim therapy for adults suffering from MS every Friday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Through UMBC's Shriver Center and the Service-Learning Program, you can support these adults through weekly service with MS Swim.

What do volunteers do?
• float participants in the water
• learn how to/ assist in stretching participants
• socialize and snack on delicious treats after swimming

What are the other benefits of volunteering?
• improved self-esteem
• a broader perspective of the world
• new friendships with people who share similar values
• a new possible career path
• contacts/references in the community
• a notation on your transcript for participating in PRAC 096

Do I need any prior experience in physical therapy?
No, all volunteers are welcome. Training and instruction is provided by the Y of Maryland.

That sounds really cool! How do I become involved?
Contact the Shriver Center Service Learning Intern, Jackie Meisel (jmeisel1@umbc.edu) for more information. Orientation begins the week of September 13th, and service-learning officially starts the week of September 20th.

September 3, 2010

Give Time, BE MORE!

The BE MORE Program seeks to bridge racial, religious, and socioeconomic divides in and around Baltimore by bringing together different groups for interactive activities and discussions, called "twinnings." For this coming year, BE MORE will be working with the Park School (a private school) and Gardenville Elementary school (a public school) and bringing together these students once a month for interactive sport activities, followed by cross-cultural dialogue. By volunteering just a few hours a month, you can help to shape these experiences!

Volunteers are needed to facilitate the activities and discussion groups, and will be provided with training in late September to prepare them for the events. The dates for the upcoming twinning sessions between schools are:

1. Thursday, October 7th, 2010, 8:30-11am
2. Wednesday, November 10th, 2010, 8:30-11am
3. Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, 8:30-11am
4. Wednesday, January 19th, 2011, 8:30-11am
5. Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011, 8:30-11am
6. Thursday, March 3rd, 2011, 11:45-2:15pm
7. Wednesday, May 4th, 11:45- 2:15pm
8. Friday, June 3rd, 2011, 11:45-2:15pm

If you can commit to at least 5 of these dates, then the BE MORE Program would love to have your volunteer support! Contact Eloise Grose at elgrose@gmail.com or visit BE MORE.

September 2, 2010

Ending Sweaty Palms and Awkward Answers: Learn Intern Interview Skills from Industry Experts

Monday, September 13, 2010
12Noon to 1PM
Commons 331
Bring your Lunch- Snacks Provided

Do you have an interview coming up and need some interview help?

Participate in The Shriver Center's hour long Panel 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.

A panel of experienced interview experts will be on hand to answer your questions and provide expert advice.

PANEL MEMBERS INCLUDE:
Kristen Worrall
Sr. Corporate Recruiter, Information Technology and Financial Services
T. Rowe Price

Heather Campbell
Management Analyst, Division of Strategic Recruitment
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid at Department of Health and Human Services

Beverly League
Corporate College Relations Coordinator
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield

September 1, 2010

Project HEALTH is Recruiting Volunteers for Fall!

UMBC Project HEALTH is looking for more volunteers! We are a national non-profit organization whose mission is to break the link between poverty and poor health. Working at St. Agnes Hospital,Project HEALTH focuses on connecting public resources such as food, healthcare, and energy assistance to those low-income families in order to improve health outcomes.

UMBC Project HEALTH is recruiting for the Fall 2010. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated volunteers who can commit the maximum of 5 hours/week and want to learn about health and socioeconomic issues in our society and to make a positive impact on people's lives.

To learn more about Project HEALTH, we welcome you to attend one of these upcoming Information Sessions:

Friday (9/3/10): 12-1p in Commons 329
Wednesday (9/8/10): 12-1p PUP 107
Thursday (9/9/10): 4-5p in PUP 107
Friday (9/10/10): 12-1p in Commons 329

In addition, we are handing out FREE ICE CREAM on Tuesday (9/7/10) in the Breezeway (outside the Commons) from 11:30-1:30p.

Please check out our website (http://www.projecthealth.org) and Facebook page (search "UMBC Project HEALTH) for more information.

Please contact Toby Le (letobster@gmail.com) if you have any questions.

After School Volunteers Need for Vision Foundation

The Vision Foundation supports leadership development for youth in Baltimore by engaging them in activities to develop their social skills, academic readiness, and ability to live healthy lifestyles. They work in partnership with three local schools to achieve this vision: the Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship, Dunbar Middle School, and the Alternative School of West Baltimore.

They are currently looking for Program Leader volunteers who will work with youth in this after-school program.

Under the direction of the Site Coordinator, the Program Leader (Volunteer) will provide assistance and tutoring to students in the after school program, and will lead engaging academic, enrichment, and recreation activities with groups of up to 20 students. Program Leaders will provide opportunities for students to develop & strengthen academic, physical, leadership and social skills. Volunteer Program Leaders work at The Vision Foundation, Inc. (VF) After School program sites (K-12).

For more information or to volunteer as a Program Leader, contact Jackie Woodruff at 301-385-1916 or jackie.woodruff@visionfdn.com.

August 31, 2010

Shriver Center Walk-In Days for Resume Reviews- 9/8 & 9/9

Looking for an internship, co-op, research, or service opportunity 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?

The UMBC Shriver Center can help you answer all of those questions. The Shriver Center has MANY PAID and UNPAID opportunities 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 Wednesday, September 8 or Thursday, September 9 for the Fall 2010 Kick Off.

Simply upload your resume to UMBCworks and we'll review your resume and get you set up on UMBCworks to look for intern, co-op, and/or research positions THAT DAY! It's that simple!
Click here for Directions on how to add your resume to UMBCworks

No appointments, no hassle, and best of all, FREE TREATS!!! 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
Questions, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493
Also, if you prefer an appointment, simply call or stop by the office.

August 29, 2010

Add your Internship, Co-op, or Research Position to your Transcript this Semester

Do you have an internship, co-op, or research position for the fall semester and are interested in obtaining credit or simply having the information added to your transcript?

If yes, let the The Shriver Center help you.

Simply follow the instructions found at:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html
and call the Shriver Center's front desk at 410-455-2493 for an appointment.

The Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building.

Gain Experience via an Internship, Co-op, or Research position this Fall

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?

WELL IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO OBTAIN A FALL INTERNSHIP, CO-OP, or RESEARCH POSITION

As you know, experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, co-op, or research position for the fall semester, please consider applying to some NEW positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 500 great NEW FALL INTERN, CO-OP, and RESEARCH positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!! We even have some summer 2011 listings already.

Follow these simple instructions on how to post your resume on UMBCworks and search for positions:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html
Once your resume is posted, just call The Shriver Center's front desk at 410-455-2493 for an appointment to meet with a coordinator. Your coordinator will review your resume, provide feedback, and provide you with helpful hints on how to acquire a position.

August 25, 2010

PAID Research Internship with the NAACP

The NAACP Education Department, a division of the Programs Department, seeks a research intern for the Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 semesters to work on projects addressing school discipline policies, core standards implementation, and planning our biannual Daisy Bates Education Summit.

The ideal candidate will be able to work 10-12 hours per week. Ideal candidates will be at least a matriculating junior or senior in a four-year college or university. Graduate students are encouraged to apply. Please make note of the application process as well as the September 3 deadline date.

More detailed info below the jump!

Continue reading "PAID Research Internship with the NAACP" »

July 26, 2010

US Department of State Accepting Intern Applications

We are pleased to inform you that we are accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State's 2011 Summer Student Internship Program.

Click herehttp://careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP
for more information and to start the online application process.

You must be a U.S. Citizen and a student (a full- or part-time continuing college or university junior, or graduate student - including graduating seniors intending to go on to graduate school) to be eligible.

Please read the program description and vacancy announcement for more information.

ADD your FALL Internship, Co-op, 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 Fall 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!

If you found an internship, co-op, or research position for the fall already, you can get the notation on your transcript - 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. This is only needed if you found the position on your own and not UMBCworks.
3. Meet with a Shriver 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 fall semester!

If you DO NOT have an internship, research, or co-op position 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.

May 2, 2010

Add your Summer Internship, Co-op, 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.

April 27, 2010

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!

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.

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 15, 2010

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.

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!

April 10, 2010

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!

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.

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.

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.

March 28, 2010

Shriver Center Walk-in Hours - It's not too late to obtain a summer internship

Looking for an internship this summer?
Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit?
Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

WELL IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO OBTAIN A SUMMER INTERNSHIP
However, be sure to get your resume on UMBCworks FIRST!

To get started stop by the Shriver Center ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday for Walk In Hours. Simply bring an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive, CD, or have it uploaded on UMBCworks 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 TREATS!!! 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).

March 22, 2010

OBTAIN A SUMMER INTERNSHIP TODAY WITH THE HELP OF THE SHRIVER CENTER

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, please consider applying to intern positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 600 great NEW SUMMER INTERN, CO-OP and RESEARCH positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!!

If your resume is already approved by The Shriver Center, here's how you can quickly and easily apply for one today:
1) Log in to UMBCworks by logging into your myUMBC account, click on the "Topics" tab, and then clicking on "Jobs & Internships" followed by "UMBCworks".
2) Now that you're in UMBC works, you just need to:
a) Click on the "Jobs" tab and select UMBCworks
b) Narrow your search by selecting your major and "Internships via the Shriver Center"
c) Hit the "Apply search" button
d) Click on any of the job titles to get an in-depth position description
e) Hit "Submit" to send your resume to that company.

It only takes a few moments to send your resume to any company in UMBCworks, so if you're looking for a summer internship, why wait?

Apply today. It's easy!

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

Cash in on your Internship Experience: How UMBC Alums turned their Internships into Full-time Jobs

This Wednesday, 3/24/2010
12:00 to 1:00 pm
Commons 318

You know that an internship will help round out your UMBC student experience, but did you know it can also help you land your first job? Find out how UMBC alums turned their internship into pay dirt in their job search!

Organized by: The Shriver Center Professional Practice Program

Featured alumni panelists:
Sarah Blusiewicz, '08, History, Apprenticeship Navigator
Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation

Harry Malecki, '06, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer LDP Senior
Lockheed Martin, Mission Systems and Sensors (MS2)

Casey Miller, '02, English, Assistant Director of Professional Practice
The Shriver Center, UMBC

Jay Nwachu, '04, Psychology, Manager
INROADS, Inc.

March 7, 2010

Intern at a MD Nonprofit this Summer & Get Paid a $3,000 stipend

Participate in the Walter Sondheim Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program
Deadline: Monday, March 22nd

The Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program offers paid summer internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work for ten weeks full-time from June 1st to August 6th while participating in bi-weekly seminars in nonprofit management. Each participating student receives a $3,000 scholarship.

College and university undergraduate and graduate students from various majors are provided with an opportunity to build valuable skills, gain experience in managing and leading public service organizations, and explore career choices within this sector. In doing so, the Public Service Summer Internship Program makes an important contribution to the development of the state’s current and future workforce and citizenry.

Qualifications: Eligible applicants must be graduate or undergraduate with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all undergraduate applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2010 semester. All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Interns receive a $3000 stipend.

February 22, 2010

Obtain an Undergraduate Research Award- Deadline to Apply March 3rd

Undergraduate Research Awards provide up to $1,500 to undergraduate
students to support their research or creative work with a UMBC faculty mentor on an original project.

Students of all years and disciplines are invited to apply, as long as they will continue at UMBC long enough to complete the proposed work.

URA application is due March 3 and can be found at:
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URA/forms.html

February 21, 2010

Final Week: Get your Internship, Co-op, or Research Position Noted on your Transcript

Students who have obtained or currently have an internship, research or cooperative education position, can receive a transcript notation by enrolling in the Shriver Center’s PRAC course and may be eligible to earn academic credit as a university sanctioned experience.

More information can be found at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CALL THE SHRIVER CENTER AT 410-455-2493 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

If you found your internship/co-op/research through UMBC works you do not need any additional documentation. Call the Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 to schedule your placement appointment with a coordinator.

Baltimore City Mayoral Fellowship

Stipend: $4,000 to $5,000
Fellowship Dates: June 7 - August 13, 2010

During a ten week full-time placement in a Mayoral office or agency, Fellows will be assigned to projects that focus on a myriad of public policy issues and challenges. Mayoral Fellows will complete their projects under the direction of senior level government officials and will be provided with immediate and direct feedback. At the conclusion of the summer, Fellows will give presentations to the Mayor and various cabinet officials summarizing their placements and overall summer experience. The ultimate objective of the fellowship is to encourage talented individuals, with an interest in public service, to seek permanent positions within City government at the conclusion of their academic program.

Mayoral Fellows receive stipends and are placed in agencies based on their background, interests and the needs of the agencies and departments.

Apply on-line at:
http://www.baltimorecity.gov/OfficeoftheMayor/MayoralInitiatives/MayoralFellowship/Overview.aspx

February 13, 2010

Shriver Center Walk-In Hours: INTERN Resume Prep for the Part-time Job & Internship Fair

Looking for an internship this summer? Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit? Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

ATTEND THE PART-TIME SUMMER JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR ON 2/17

However, be sure to get your resume on UMBCworks FIRST!

To get started stop by the Shriver Center ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Tuesday, February 16th for Walk In Hours. Simply bring an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive, CD, or have it uploaded on UMBCworks 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 TREATS!!! 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).

UMBC's annual SUMMER & PART-TIME JOB/INTERNSHIP FAIR

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17th
12noon - 4pm
University Center Ballroom.

Looking to earn some extra cash and gain experience related to your field? Build your resume and connections? UMBC's Summer and Part-Time Job/Internship Fair allows you to meet with employers who are looking to hire diverse majors for summer, part-time, temporary and internship positions. All students of all majors are encouraged to attend.

Dress to impress and bring several copies of your resume!

A complete list of attending employers and tips for making the most of the fair can be found at http://www.careers.umbc.edu/news_events/fairs/sf2010.php

February 12, 2010

Service-Learning Fair Tuesday, February 16th, 11-2pm on Main Street

Are you looking to get involved in volunteering?
Do you have 3-5 hours of week to give to the local community?
Are you interested in earning academic credit for your service?

If so, come join us at the Service-Learning Fair on Tuesday, February 16th from 11am-2pm on Main Street in the Commons.

At the Service-Learning Fair, you can:

- Meet one-on-one with 25+ community partners and schools to select a service site that matches your skills, talents, and interests. Some of these partners include Baltimore Urban Debate League, the SEED School of Maryland, the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, Inc. (BARCS), and Project HEALTH, etc.
- Learn about the Service-Learning Program and The Shriver Center
- Find out how to earn academic credit and transcript notation for service
- Register on-site for Service-Learning placements
- Meet some animals in need of adoption brought by BARCS!

Contact Clare Greene at clare6@umbc.edu for more information. We hope to see you at the Service-Learning Fair!

February 8, 2010

Get your Internship, Co-op, or Research Position Noted on your Transcript for Spring 2010

Students who have obtained or currently have an internship, research or cooperative education position, can receive a transcript notation by enrolling in the Shriver Center’s PRAC course and may be eligible to earn academic credit as a university sanctioned experience.

More information can be found at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CALL THE SHRIVER CENTER AT 410-455-2493 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

If you found your internship/co-op/research through UMBC works you do not need any additional documentation. Call the Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 to schedule your placement appointment with a coordinator.

February 3, 2010

Campaign Internships in Baltimore County

Baltimore County, MD is more populous than four states and the District of Columbia. With over 700,000 residents as of the last census, it's larger than any Congressional District. A top tier countywide campaign is now accepting resumes for Spring and Summer internships. Ideal candidates are high-energy, excellent oral communicators, good listeners and have access to
their own transportation.

Spring Interns (volunteer) can expect to receive a comprehensive education in all substantive areas of campaign work: Field, Fundraising, Communications and Advance and their relationship to one another in building a campaign organization.

Summer internships, in addition to these rotations, also include a Specialized Field internship. 10 weeks of intensive organizing and training. Interns can expect to finish this program with enough experience to work as a field organizer in any Congressional race in the United States.

Please direct all resumes and cover letters to jonnyakchin@gmail.com with
SPRING INTERNSHIP and SUMMER INTERNSHIP in the subject lines.

January 27, 2010

Service-Learning Fair Friday, 2/5, 11:30-1:30 on Main Street!

Are you looking to get involved in volunteering?
Do you have 3-5 hours of week to give to the local community?
Are you interested in earning academic credit for your service?

If so, come join us at the Service-Learning Fair on Friday, February 5th from 11:30am-1:30pm on Main Street in the Commons.

At the Service-Learning Fair, you can:

- Meet one-on-one with 25+ community partners and schools to select a service site that matches your skills, talents, and interests. Some of these partners include Baltimore Urban Debate League, the SEED School of Maryland, the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, Inc. (BARCS), and Project HEALTH, etc.
- Learn about the Service-Learning Program and The Shriver Center
- Find out how to earn academic credit and transcript notation for service
- Register on-site for Service-Learning placements
- Meet some animals in need of adoption brought by BARCS!

Contact Clare Greene at clare6@umbc.edu for more information. We hope to see you at the Service-Learning Fair!

January 25, 2010

Goldman Sachs Here on Campus!

GOLDMAN SACHS INFORMATION SESSION
Wednesday, February 3
11:30am-2pm
University Center 312

Stop by to hear from and meet with this leader in the financial industry. Join recruiters for an overview of the organization and opportunities and get their insider tips to interviewing effectively. There will also be the chance to meet and network with recruiters directly.

Open to ALL MAJORS! View and apply for their current opportunity postings in UMBCworks (ID #s: 9237158, 9237159, 9237157, 9237160).

Please RSVP for the session via the events tab in UMBCworks.

Add Internship, Co-op, or Research to your Transcript this Spring!

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 spring? 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 spring 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 semester!

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.

Shriver Center Spring Kick-Off: Obtain an Internship, Co-op, or Research Position

Looking for an internship, research position, or co-op this spring or summer?
Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit?
Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

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 SPRING and SUMMER 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 February 2nd, 3rd, or 4th between 9am and 4pm for the Spring 2010 Kick Off. Simply bring an electronic copy of your resume on a USB drive, CD or have it uploaded to UMBCworks 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 TREATS!!! All it takes is 30 minutes of your time.

We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center (1st Floor of the Public Policy Building)! If you want to come in earlier, call our office at 410-455-2493 for an appointment.

Intern at any Maryland Nonprofit this Summer and Get Paid

Participate in the Walter Sondheim Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program
Deadline: Monday, March 22nd

The Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program offers paid summer internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work for ten weeks full-time from June 1st to August 6th while participating in bi-weekly seminars in nonprofit management. Each participating student receives a $3,000 scholarship.

College and university undergraduate and graduate students from various majors are provided with an opportunity to build valuable skills, gain experience in managing and leading public service organizations, and explore career choices within this sector. In doing so, the Public Service Summer Internship Program makes an important contribution to the development of the state’s current and future workforce and citizenry.

Qualifications: Eligible applicants must be graduate or undergraduate with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all undergraduate applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2010 semester. All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Interns receive a $3000 stipend.

Participate in the Governor’s Summer Internship Program

Open to ALL Majors!

The Governor’s Summer Internship Program introduces college students to the unique challenges and rewards of working within MD State Government. For 10 weeks beginning June 7th, interns
• Work in state government agencies on substantive tasks, including drafting speeches and correspondence, tracking legislation, attending hearings, assisting with constituent case work, and researching policy options.
• Participate in seminars with top Maryland officials and make site visits to State facilities.
• Develop policy papers on a significant issue facing Maryland (e.g. the Chesapeake Bay, crime, care for the elderly) and present their findings in person to the Governor.

Qualifications: Applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2010 semester, with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Interns receive a $3000 stipend.
Deadline to Apply: March 8, 2010

January 22, 2010

Ripken Baseball 3rd Annual Internship Fair - 2/20/10

Ripken Baseball
3rd Annual Internship Fair

Saturday, February 20, 2010
10am- 2pm
Ripken Stadium Club Level
873 Long Drive—2nd Floor
Aberdeen, MD, 21001

Representatives from all Maryland--based Ripken entities will be on-site to interview
for 2010 Spring/Summer internships!

• Video & Audio Production
• Graphic Design
• Marketing
• Project Coordination
• Event-Planning
• Sales
• Baseball Ops
• Game Day Entertainment
• Camp Counselor
• Retail & Merchandising
• IronBirds Flight Crew ...AND MANY MORE!

For a complete list of available internships, visit www.ripkenbaseball.com and click on “Career Opportunities”

Please bring several copies of your resume and be prepared to interview on the spot
!
Questions? Call 410-823-0808

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December 17, 2009

Paid Summer Leadership Intern Program for Sophomore

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC and New York City. The Institute provides America’s best and brightest African American male college students with unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and life-long mentorship.

Through the focused and intimate structure of our program, the Institute equips these young men with the tools required for successful careers in business, education, journalism, law, government, the sciences, public policy, ministry, medicine, public service, and the arts.

Program Highlights
* Exposure to influential leaders such as congressmen, Supreme Court justices, and business executives
* Rigorous academic seminars
* Roundtable discussions, including seminars on leadership development
* High-level internships around Washington, DC
* Activities that promote strong bonds with each other

Program Details
* The 2009 program runs from Saturday, June 5 to Saturday, July 31, 2010.
* Students must commit to two summers.
* Housing is provided by the Institute.
* Students work at paid internships based on their career interest.

You should be a college sophomore to apply. The Institute does not have a GPA requirement. However, the median GPA for recent classes is 3.65. An applicant's GPA is not the only criterion that is evaluated during the admissions process. Campus involvement, awards earned, athletics, and volunteer work are also important factors.

The application deadline for the Washington program is Friday, January 29, 2010.
Applications found at: http://www.i4rc.org/docs/I4RC-Application.pdf
If you would like assistance with your application, contact Christine Routzahn, Director of Internships at the Shriver Center at UMBC (1st FL Public Policy)

December 13, 2009

Obtain a Great Internship this Spring or Summer via The Shriver Center and UMBCworks

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, please consider applying to intern positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 500 great NEW SPRING and SUMMER INTERN, CO-OP and RESEARCH positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!!

If your resume is already approved by The Shriver Center, here's how you can quickly and easily apply for one today:
1) Log in to UMBCworks by logging into your myUMBC account, click on the "Topics" tab, and then clicking on "Jobs & Internships" followed by "UMBCworks".
2) Now that you're in UMBC works, you just need to:
a) Click on the "Jobs" tab and select UMBCworks
b) Narrow your search by selecting your major and "Internships via the Shriver Center"
c) Hit the "Apply search" button
d) Click on any of the job titles to get an in-depth position description
e) Hit "Submit" to send your resume to that company.

It only takes a few moments to send your resume to any company in UMBCworks, so if you're looking for a spring or summer internship, why wait?

Apply today. It's easy!

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

December 4, 2009

New Service-Learning Class Offered This Spring!

Register to take ENGL 386 Adult Literacy Tutoring: Theory and Practice this Spring semester, and satisfy an AH requirement, too!

In this course, students will discuss theories of language and literacy acquisition pertaining to adult learners. They will then apply these theories in actual tutoring experiences. In addition, students will read and respond in writing to contemporary research concerning the social, political, and economic causes of illiteracy as well as suggested ways to ameliorate illiteracy on the social and individual levels. Authors whose work students may read include Paulo Freire, John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Mike Rose, Glenda Hull, and Denny Taylor.

Service-Learning Component: This is a Service-Learning course and requires that students spend four hours per week serving as tutors to adult literacy learners in a Baltimore City community center. Students will be eligible to receive a transcript notation that recognizes this participation in university-sanctioned community service.

Note: This course is also listed as EDUC 386. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; Shriver Center permission required for course. Cross-listed with ENGL 692. (AH).

To sign-up for the course, contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center.

PAID Service-Learning Intern Positions Open for Spring!

The Shriver Center has 4 Service-Learning Intern positions open for the Spring 2010 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. Open positions include:

College Gardens Youth Program – Tutor children in academics and provide assistance for artistic, physical, and other recreational activities. Intern leads the group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15pm-5:45p.m.
Project Team – Work with youth to stress teamwork and unity through fun and creative group activities. Intern leads the group on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4pm- 7pm.
College Night Mentoring Program – Assist participants of The Choice Program with academics and developing positive social skills. Intern co-leads the group on Mondays from 5p.m.-8:15p.m.
MS-Swim – Assist with water-based physical activity and various social opportunities. Intern leads the group on Fridays and Sundays from 1pm-4pm.

Each S-L Intern position receives a $500-750 stipend for the semester, depending on the service site.

To download an application, visit: http://www.shrivercenter.org/service_forms.html and click on "Service-Learning Intern Application – Spring 2010” at the bottom of the page.

Applications are due to The Shriver Center by Monday, December 14th. Contact Clare Greene (clare6@umbc.edu) with any questions!

November 20, 2009

Apply Your Learning this Spring (and meet an AH requirement!)

Register to take ENGL 386 Adult Literacy Tutoring: Theory and Practice this Spring semester, and satisfy an AH requirement, too!

In this course, students will discuss theories of language and literacy acquisition pertaining to adult learners. They will then apply these theories in actual tutoring experiences. In addition, students will read and respond in writing to contemporary research concerning the social, political, and economic causes of illiteracy as well as suggested ways to ameliorate illiteracy on the social and individual levels. Authors whose work students may read include Paulo Freire, John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Mike Rose, Glenda Hull, and Denny Taylor.

Service-Learning Component: This is a Service-Learning course and requires that students spend four hours per week serving as tutors to adult literacy learners in a Baltimore City community center. Students will be eligible to receive a transcript notation that recognizes this participation in university-sanctioned community service.

Note: This course is also listed as EDUC 386. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; Shriver Center permission required for course. Cross-listed with ENGL 692. (AH).

To sign-up for the course, contact Clare Greene at The Shriver Center: clare6@umbc.edu.

November 15, 2009

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO OBTAIN AN INTERNSHIP THIS SPRING OR SUMMER

The Shriver Center at UMBC has over 500 intern, co-op, and research postings on UMBCworks and needs students to fill these positions.

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, co-op or research position, please consider applying to these opportunities via UMBCworks.

NEW positions are posted daily including opportunities for winter, spring, and summer.

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

November 13, 2009

Bring Your Learning Outside of the Classroom this Spring

Register to take ENGL 386 Adult Literacy Tutoring: Theory and Practice this Spring semester, and satisfy an AH requirement, too!

In this course, students will discuss theories of language and literacy acquisition pertaining to adult learners. They will then apply these theories in actual tutoring experiences. In addition, students will read and respond in writing to contemporary research concerning the social, political, and economic causes of illiteracy as well as suggested ways to ameliorate illiteracy on the social and individual levels. Authors whose work students may read include Paulo Freire, John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Mike Rose, Glenda Hull, and Denny Taylor.

Service-Learning Component: This is a Service-Learning course and requires that students spend four hours per week serving as tutors to adult literacy learners in a Baltimore City community center. Students will be eligible to receive a transcript notation that recognizes this participation in university-sanctioned community service.

Note: This course is also listed as EDUC 386. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; Shriver Center permission required for course. Cross-listed with ENGL 692. (AH).

To sign-up for the course, contact Clare Greene at The Shriver Center: clare6@umbc.edu.

November 9, 2009

HACU National Internship Program- Live the Experience

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities National Internship Program
Federal government and corporate sector internships
10 to 15 week paid internships
Open to undergraduate and graduate majors
Internship Deadline for Summer 2010 is February 26, 2010
Apply on-line at: www.hacu.net

November 4, 2009

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn: State Government - Monday, 11/9, Noon, Commons 331

Attend the State Government session on Monday, November 9th from Noon to 1pm in Commons 331.

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in State government; 2) arm students with practical advice about their major and tips on getting ahead in the "real world' including the importance of internships/co-ops; and 3) allow students to clarify their occupational interests/options, make informed career decisions, and obtain current information and trends including salary information in today's industries.

These panels will also provide students with an invaluable opportunity to hear first-hand from a variety of successful professionals.

Panelists Include:
Takeia M. Bradley
CPIP/GEAR UP Coordinator
Maryland Higher Education Commission

Kieran Dowdy
StateStat Analyst
Governor's StateStat Office

Martin Ford, Ph.D.
Associate Director
Maryland Office for Refugees and Asylees

Kim Lamphier
Office of Communications
Maryland Department of the Environment

Renee Spence
Executive Director - Governmental Relations
Maryland State Department of Education

Ashley Valis
Special Assistant - Intergovernmental Affairs
Office of the Governor

Questions? Contact The Shriver Center.

Satisfy an AH Requirement with Service-Learning this Spring!

Register to take ENGL 386 Adult Literacy Tutoring: Theory and Practice this Spring semester!

In this course, students will discuss theories of language and literacy acquisition pertaining to adult learners. They will then apply these theories in actual tutoring experiences. In addition, students will read and respond in writing to contemporary research concerning the social, political, and economic causes of illiteracy as well as suggested ways to ameliorate illiteracy on the social and individual levels. Authors whose work students may read include Paulo Freire, John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Mike Rose, Glenda Hull, and Denny Taylor.

Service-Learning Component: This is a Service-Learning course and requires that students spend four hours per week serving as tutors to adult literacy learners in a Baltimore City community center. Students will be eligible to receive a transcript notation that recognizes this participation in university-sanctioned community service.

Note: This course is also listed as EDUC 386. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; Shriver Center permission required for course. Cross-listed with ENGL 692. (AH).

To sign-up for the course, contact Clare Greene at The Shriver Center: clare6@umbc.edu.

October 26, 2009

Intern this Summer in the Washington DC Nonprofit Sector

Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service
June and July 2010
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.DCinternships.org/IPVS

EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE - December 4
SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING AVAILABLE

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, the Institute is a summer academic internship program held in Washington, D.C. for undergraduate students interested in volunteerism and careers in the nonprofit sector.
This fast-paced, eight-week residential program provides students from around the world with the opportunities to gain an edge in today's competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

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October 22, 2009

Satisfy an AH Requirement with Service-Learning this Spring!

Register to take ENGL 386 Adult Literacy Tutoring: Theory and Practice this Spring semester!

In this course, students will discuss theories of language and literacy acquisition pertaining to adult learners. They will then apply these theories in actual tutoring experiences. In addition, students will read and respond in writing to contemporary research concerning the social, political, and economic causes of illiteracy as well as suggested ways to ameliorate illiteracy on the social and individual levels. Authors whose work students may read include Paulo Freire, John Dewey, W.E.B. DuBois, Mike Rose, Glenda Hull, and Denny Taylor.

Service-Learning Component: This is a Service-Learning course and requires that students spend four hours per week serving as tutors to adult literacy learners in a Baltimore City community center. Students will be eligible to receive a transcript notation that recognizes this participation in university-sanctioned community service.

Note: This course is also listed as EDUC 386. Prerequisite: ENGL 100 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; Shriver Center permission required for course. Cross-listed with ENGL 692. (AH).

To sign-up for the course, contact Service-Learning Program Coordinator Clare Greene at The Shriver Center: 410.455.2493 or clare6@umbc.edu.

October 21, 2009

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn: Green Jobs

Monday, October 26th
12:00 to 1:00 pm, Commons 331

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations with Green Jobs; 2) arm students with practical advice about their major and tips on getting ahead in the "real world" including the importance of internships/co-ops; and 3) allow students to clarify their occupational interests/options, make informed career decisions, and obtain current information and trends including salary information in today's industries.

Panelists include:

Jana Davis
Chesapeake Bay Trust
cbtrust.org

Melissa Fennell Huselton
Clean Water Action
www.cleanwateraction.org

Leslie Morrison
Chesapeake Climate Action Network
www.chesapeakeclimate.org

Lora Williams
General Electric
www.ge.com

BRING COPIES OF YOUR RESUME!

Questions: Contact Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center via email at moettel@umbc.edu

October 11, 2009

Obtain a GREAT Internship this Spring or Summer

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, co-op or research position, please consider applying to these opportunities via UMBCworks.

NEW positions are posted daily including opportunities for winter, spring, and summer.

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

October 6, 2009

UMBC's First Ever IDEA COMPETITION

GOT IDEAS? LET'S HEAR THEM! Announcing UMBC's first ever Idea Competition! Do you have an idea for a new product or service that meets a need in the marketplace or improves society in some way? Improves the UMBC campus? Engages more people in the arts? Or are you working on a research project with a commercial application? Then here's your chance
to present your idea and win some money!

The Alex. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship is sponsoring an Idea Competition this fall for all undergraduate and graduate students at UMBC. Winners will be determined by a vote from students and an independent review panel. The top 3 prizes are a $750, $500, and $250 gift
certificate to Amazon.com.

Entering your idea is easy! Just fill in a 1 page entry form. You can post a video to YOUTube as well if you like. Visit www.umbc.edu/ideacomp for more details. Deadline for entry submission is October 22 at 5:00pm.
Finalists will be notified on October 29. Pitches will be given on Thursday, November 19, at 7:00pm. Everyone is invited!
GOT IDEAS? LET'S HEAR THEM!

September 29, 2009

Upcoming Workshop- How to Get Started in Research at UMBC?

Friday, October 16th
12:00 PM, Sondheim 105

Students in all majors and years can gain valuable experience in research or mentored creative work. Find out how to get started.
For more information, contact Janet McGlynn at: mcglynn@umbc.edu
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/workshops.html

Upcoming Workshop- How to Apply for an Undergraduate Research Award (URA)

Monday, October 12th
12:00 PM, Administration Building Room 911

If you hope to conduct research or a creative project in the future and need funding, this session is for you! Learn how to apply for a UMBC Undergraduate Research Award (URA) of up to $1,500. Fifty awards will be made later in the academic year. To receive funding you must apply.

For more information, contact Janet McGlynn: mcglynn@umbc.edu
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URA/

September 27, 2009

Add your Internship or Research Position to Your Transcript & Obtain Credit- NOT TOO LATE FOR FALL 2009

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 fall? UNDERGRADS- ITS NOT TOO LATE!

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 fall 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.

Obtain a Great Internship via UMBCworks/Shriver Center

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, co-op or research position, please consider applying to these opportunities via UMBCworks.

NEW positions are posted daily including opportunities for winter, spring, and summer.

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn Nonprofit Panel- Open to ALL Majors

Attend the Nonprofit Lunch and Learn Panel Session on
Monday, October 5th from 12:00 to 1:00 pm in Commons 331

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS

PANEL MEMBERS INCLUDE:

Barbara Anderson, Executive Director
The Pro Bono Counseling Project

Jessica Li, Advocacy and Outreach Coordinator
International Rescue Committee

Mark Marino, Executive Director
Project HEALTH Baltimore- Baltimore HealthCare Access, Inc

John Nethercut, Executive Director
Public Justice Center

Janessa Shaikun, Manager, Marketing & Events
World Trade Center Institute

Shannon Walsh, Manager, Volunteer Services
Sheppard Pratt Health System

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in nonprofits; 2) arm students with practical advice about their major and tips on getting ahead in the "real world" including the importance of internships/co-ops; and 3) allow students to clarify their occupational interests/options, make informed career decisions, and obtain current information and trends including salary information in today's industries.

BRING COPIES OF YOUR RESUMES!

Questions: Contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center routzahn@umbc.edu

Donate Blood for Sickle Cell Awareness Month

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month and what better way to support Sickle Cell Awareness than donating blood! UMBC will be hosting three blood drives in the upcoming weeks. This is a great opportunity to get out and support our local hospitals!

The upcoming dates are:

Sept. 30th - University Center Ballroom
Oct. 1st - Mainstreet, The Commons
Oct. 2nd - Mainstreet, The Commons

If you're interested in donating at one of these three times, click on the corresponding date above and schedule an appointment today!

For questions, please email Dustin Hogenson at dustinh1@umbc.edu.

September 18, 2009

Internship with Rep. Sarbanes Office

Internship Opportunity (unpaid) with The Office of U.S. Representative John P. Sarbanes

The office of Congressman Sarbanes is seeking service-oriented undergraduate students for internships in the Towson District Office.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, opening and distributing mail, data entry, supporting administrative needs in the office, assisting with constituent casework and other duties relating to constituent services. Additional opportunities include attending staff meetings, attending events outside the office with the Congressman or staff, attending meetings with constituents, representing the office at an outreach venue, various long term projects and trips to our Washington, DC office.

Internships can be tailored to emphasize those policy areas in which a student has a particular interest. Students with a focus on social work or counseling will have opportunities to work directly with constituents performing intake, assessment and learning how to use Congressional resources to resolve constituents’ issues.

Applicants must be reliable with the ability to multi-task and strong communication and organizational skills.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. The office will consider both students who intend to use the internship to earn college credits and those looking to expand their experiences. The office will coordinate with a student’s school to ensure that requirements for credit are met. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Meg Stephenson by email, meg.stephenson@mail.house.gov. To request additional information please use above email address.

September 13, 2009

Add Your Internship, Co-op, or Research Position to 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 fall?

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 fall 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.

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! We are also open for evening appointments.

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

We look forward to working with you.

September 11, 2009

Autism Aid Needed - Paid Position

Do you like working with children?
Do you have experience working with children with Autism?
Do you enjoy making a difference in another family’s life?

Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

A Family is in need of an experienced in-home behavioral aid to work one-on-one in their home with one of their two Autistic children.

Clients: Boy, age 8 and Boy, age 5

Location: Elkridge/Howard County Area

Hours: Monday-Friday, 4pm-7pm; Weekends available, hours vary

Experience: Must have experience with Autism and working with children. Looking for someone energetic and patient who can be trained to implement ABA therapy in the home for a few hours each day after school and/or on some weekends. Pay based on experience and availability.

Please contact Mrs. Salam Berhane at 443-878-3379 for more information.

September 8, 2009

Shriver Center 101: How to land an internship interview?

Monday, September 14th
12:00 to 1:00 PM
Commons 331

This workshop hosted by The Shriver Center will cover steps that will help you land the perfect internship, co-op, or research position. Topics covered will include how to write an effective resume, how to use UMBCworks for your search, and interview help 101.

September 1, 2009

Eat at Rita’s Italian Ice in Arbutus on Thursday, Sept. 10th

The College Gardens Youth program, run in collaboration with the YMCA of Central Maryland and The Shriver Center’s Service-Learning Program, is hosting a fundraiser at the Rita’s Italian Ice in Arbutus. 10% of proceeds from the evening’s sales (5:30pm-10pm) will be donated to The College Gardens Youth Program. Make a difference and stay cool while doing it!

August 30, 2009

ADD Internship, Co-op, or Research to your Transcript this Fall

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 fall? 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 fall 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 semester!

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! We are also open for evening appointments.

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

We look forward to working with you.

August 14, 2009

Web Development Intern Needed ASAP

Roberta’s House, a non-profit for children affected by violent deaths is looking for an intern who can help build their web page. Roberta’s House is an important and noble effort.

If you are interested in helping this cause, please e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center at routzahn@umbc.edu

A stipend is available for this position.

Currently the web address is Robertashouse.org and is still under construction. It does have an introductory page. However, the nonprofit is interested in developing a site that could model webpages like: Similar sites that I would like to model are:
http://www.elesplace.org
http://www.marysplacect.org

May 11, 2009

UMBC Intern Survey- Win 4 O's Tickets

The Shriver Center at UMBC is conducting a quick Intern Survey to assess how the current economy is impacting internship opportunities for students.

This survey will take less than a minute to complete (only 3 questions) and can be found at:
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e2ijcsvufue8g1vp/start

If you complete this survey, you will be entered to WIN FOUR PREMIER ORIOLE GAME TICKETS!! The game is on June 10th at 7:05 pm vs. Seattle Mariners. The seats were given to us by PNC Bank.

The winner was just announced- congratulations Justin Donlan!

Thank you for your assistance and good luck on your exams.

May 3, 2009

Get Summer Internship, Research or Co-op Added to Your Transcript

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 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!

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 routzahn@umbc.edu or call 410-455-2493

Sustainable Agriculture Internship

Union of Concerned Scientists Sustainable Agriculture Internship
Internship dates: June 2009-August 2009 (3-month internship, flexible dates)

The UCS Food and Environment Program seeks an intern for three months, beginning in June 2009. Working primarily with our outreach coordinator, the intern will assist in implementing the field efforts associated with our campaign to pass federal legislation on the overuse of antibiotics in animal feed. This overuse, primarily in CAFOs (confined animal feeding operations) promotes drug-resistant human infections, a growing public health crisis.

The intern will: i) be assigned specific target states and districts where she/he would serve as principal organizer (grassroots and grasstops) to generate support for this legislation, ii) work closely with local organizers in other key swing districts for the same purpose, and iii) prepare substantive pieces for use in field efforts. The intern may also be called on to carry out other campaign tasks, as needed, such as recruiting organizations from around the country to support the legislation or to renew their support.

Candidates interested in public policy, sustainable agriculture, and environmental issues are encouraged to apply. We will consider applicants with a wide variety of backgrounds. Candidates with interest and education in political science, agriculture, environmental science, and public health, or with a background in political campaigns/organizing efforts are especially encouraged to apply.

Basic qualifications: Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and proficiency with computers.

Education requirements: Enrolled as an undergraduate or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Hours and pay: 35 hours/week; monthly pay commensurate with experience and training.

Location: Union of Concerned Scientists, Washington, DC office.

To apply: Please send cover letter referencing where you learned of this opening, resume, and short writing sample by May 15 to jpalembas@ucsusa.org, and include “F&E Internship” in the subject line.

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April 17, 2009

Get Your Internship, Research or Co-op Added to Your Transcript

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

March 20, 2009

Living in Challenging Times- Setting Your Personal Financial Goals

Do you have questions about how to meet your long-term financial goals?

Are you looking for some perspective as a student living in these challenging times?

Please join us for an informational session with Judy Ward, Senior Financial Planner
at T. Rowe Price

Monday, March 30th
Noon to 1:00 PM
FREE PIZZA!
Commons 331

Judy will address the current economic climate and how you, as a student, can best approach:
• Budgeting
• Saving/Investing
• Student Loans
• Insurance
• Managing Credit

Recruiters from T. Rowe Price will also be available to discuss navigating the current job market in today’s environment.

Questions, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

March 18, 2009

Visit the Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City with The Shriver Center

Instead of bringing the companies to campus, we’re taking you to the company! Join your internship coordinators as they take you out to meet with the Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City at the Baltimore City Juvenile Justice Center.

Date: FRIDAY, April 3rd
Departing the Shriver Center at 12:45PM and returning by 4:15 PM
Open to ALL Majors

Take a tour of the juvenile justice facility and court rooms; hear about internship, volunteer and future career opportunities; and more. Transportation is provided, but a RSVP is required.

To attend, e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at routzahn@umbc.edu. Only 15 students can attend this unique opportunity. RSVP TODAY!!!

Get on the road to your future now!

Shriver Center Summer Kick-Off: Walk-in Hours 9am to 4pm

Looking for an internship this summer? Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit? Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

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 SUMMER and we need students to fill them.

WALK-IN HOURS (9AM to 4PM) THIS WEDNESDAY (3/25) AND THURSDAY (3/26)
The Shriver Center, 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building

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 Wednesday, March 25th or Thursay, March 26th for the Summer 2009 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 SUMMER GIVE AWAYS!!! All it takes is 20 minutes of your time.

We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center!

Deadline Approaching- MD Nonprofit Summer Leadership Intern Program

Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Intern Program for Summer 2009
Deadline: Monday, March 23rd
Additional information on how to apply can be found at: www.shrivercenter.org/nonprofit

The Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program offers paid summer internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work for ten weeks full-time from June 1st to August 7th while participating in bi-weekly seminars in nonprofit management. Each participating student receives a $3,000 scholarship.

College and university undergraduate and graduate students from various majors are provided with an opportunity to build valuable skills, gain experience in managing and leading public service organizations, and explore career choices within this sector. In doing so, the Public Service Summer Internship Program makes an important contribution to the development of the state’s current and future workforce and citizenry.

Qualifications: Eligible applicants must be graduate or undergraduate with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all undergraduate applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2009 semester. All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Interns receive a $3000 stipend.

March 8, 2009

Hundreds of Summer Internships Already Posted on UMBCworks

OBTAIN A SUMMER INTERNSHIP, CO-OP OR RESEARCH POSITION USING UMBCworks TODAY!!!!!

PAID Positions available in all majors

To get started visit:
http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

Participate in the MD Nonprofit Leaership Summer Intern Program

Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Intern Program for Summer 2009
Deadline: Monday, March 23rd
Additional information on how to apply can be found at: www.shrivercenter.org/nonprofit

The Maryland Nonprofit Leadership Program offers paid summer internship opportunities in the nonprofit sector to college juniors, seniors, and graduate students attending Maryland institutions. Participating interns work for ten weeks full-time from June 1st to August 7th while participating in bi-weekly seminars in nonprofit management. Each participating student receives a $3,000 scholarship.

College and university undergraduate and graduate students from various majors are provided with an opportunity to build valuable skills, gain experience in managing and leading public service organizations, and explore career choices within this sector. In doing so, the Public Service Summer Internship Program makes an important contribution to the development of the state’s current and future workforce and citizenry.

Qualifications: Eligible applicants must be graduate or undergraduate with a GPA of 3.00 or higher. In addition, all undergraduate applicants must be entering their junior or senior year during the Fall 2009 semester. All majors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation: Interns receive a $3000 stipend.

February 15, 2009

Last Two Weeks to Obtain Intern Credit and/or Get Your Internship, Research, or Co-op Added to your Transcript for Spring 2009

Have you found the internship or research position of your dreams on your own, but just don't know how to 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 spring, you can get the notation on your transcript (FREE OF CHARGE) - and be on your way to possibly receiving credit- its not too late. That's right, the deadline to add the intern notation or obtain credit for the spring semester is in two weeks.

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 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

February 14, 2009

Minority Access Inc- Summer Intern Program

PAID Full-time Internships for Summer 2009

Deadline to Apply: March 1st

Students are you ready to begin working toward a career in the field of your choice?

Would you like to earn pay for receiving hands-on experience, travel to exciting places while earning pay and academic credit; and share experiences with students from other colleges and universities?

Would you like an internship during your college career that has the possibility of an offer for full-time employment upon graduation?

The Minority Access Internship program could provide you with the opportunity for all of the above!

The Minority Access Internship Program is designed to allow talented undergraduate and graduate students experience the diversity and scope of career opportunities available in the federal government and other participating entities.

Minority Access interns receive pre-employment training, expert counseling on career choices, financial management and professional development, and recognition for fulfilling the requirements of the program.

If interested, please drop off you application material to Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center (1st floor of Public Policy) by noon on Wednesay, February 25th. The Shriver Center will FedEx your credentials to Minority Access Inc. Don't let this great opportunity pass you by.

February 13, 2009

Apply for a Summer Internship at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts!

Reminder! Applications for the summer season are due by March 1.

"One of America's Top 100 Internships" --The Princeton Review

Wolf Trap's Internship Program provides project-based training and experience to approximately 40 interns annually. Interns become integral members of the staff working side-by-side with professionals producing, promoting, and administering all aspects of the performing arts.

Lots more details after the break!

Continue reading "Apply for a Summer Internship at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts!" »

February 7, 2009

US DEPARTMENT OF STATE INFO SESSION 2/18

INTERNSHIP AND FULL-TIME INFORMATION SESSION
US DEPARTMENT OF STATE
FEBRUARY 18TH, NOON TO 1PM
PUB POLICY 208

When you join the U.S. Department of State as a student intern or full-time employee, there's no limit as to how far it can take you. Here, you'll have an exciting opportunity to connect with the global community, gain insight into U.S. foreign policy and diplomacy, explore new career avenues and most of all, acquire lifelong skills as you represent America to the world. Are you up for the challenge?

QUESTIONS: Contact Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

February 4, 2009

LIVE. LEARN. INTERN. SUMMER INSTITUTES

June 6 - August 1, 2009
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.DCinternships.org
Final Deadline: March 5, 2009
*****************SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING STILL AVAILABLE******************
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, the Institutes combine substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by prominent policy experts.

Students will be accepted in a rolling basis until the Final Deadline of March 5, 2009. Generous Scholarship funding is still available.
* Internships - Competitive placements with top sites in D.C.
* Classes - Up to 9 transferable credits from Georgetown University
* Housing - Furnished on-campus apartments in the heart of D.C.
* Guest Lectures - With Washington's top policy and industry experts
* Site Briefings - At the White House Complex, State Department, U.S. House of Representatives and Federal Reserve
* Leadership & Professional Development - Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
* Networking - Interaction with hundreds of other student leaders from around of the world
* Scholarships - Over half of all students receive full or partial funding based on merit and financial need

Four eight-week programs are offered in the following subject areas:
* Politics, Public Policy and International Affairs
* Journalism, Communications and Public Relations
* Corporate Business and Government Affairs
* Nonprofit and Community Service

For more information and an online application, please visit our website <http://www.dcinternships.org/> or contact Haley Heieck, Recruitment and Admissions Assistant, at admissions@tfas.org

Visit The Shriver Center to learn about opportunities like that above.

February 2, 2009

Governor's Summer Internship Program Applications Now Being Accepted!

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/gsip

The Governor's Summer Internship Program was created to introduce college students to the unique challenges and rewards of working within Maryland State Government. For 10 weeks, beginning June 1st, GSIP Interns will:

* Work on substantive projects with senior-level public administrators and policy makers, in departments or policy areas that closely correspond with each intern's field of study or career interests. Duties often include attending meetings, drafting correspondence, tracking legislation, and researching policy options.
* Develop policy papers that address significant issues facing Maryland today. These papers, researched in teams, are presented to the Governor and/or other senior staff members at the end of the program.
* Attend site visits and seminars designed to introduce interns to specific rewards and challenges of public administration.
* Gain valuable exposure to the tremendous talents and resources of Maryland State Government while earning a $3,000 stipend.

To apply, visit the website that is linked above in order to download the application. For questions not able to be answered via the information on the website, contact Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center, moettel@umbc.edu.

Obtain a Great Internship via UMBCworks/Shriver Center

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, please consider applying to intern positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 500 great NEW SPRING INTERN and CO-OP positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!!

If your resume is already approved by The Shriver Center, here's how you can quickly and easily apply for one today:
1) Log in to UMBCworks by going to myUMBC, clicking on the "Services" tab, and then clicking on "UMBCworks".
2) Now that you're in UMBC works, you just need to:
a) Click on the "Jobs" tab and select UMBCworks
b) Narrow your search by selecting your major and "Internships from the Shriver Center"
c) Hit the "Apply search" button
d) Click on any of the jobs to get an in-depth position description
e) Hit "Submit" to send your resume to that company.

It only takes a few moments to send your resume to any company in UMBCworks, so if you're looking for a spring internship, why wait?

Apply today. It's easy!

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

February 1, 2009

Ending Sweaty Palms: Intern and Co-op Interview Skills Workshop

Wednesday 2/4 from Noon to 1PM, Shriver Center, 1st FL Public Policy (RM 107)

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

For more information, contact Shirley Carrington at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493 or shirleyc@umbc.edu)

January 19, 2009

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP OR CO-OP THIS SPRING OR SUMMER? Shriver Center Walk-In Hours

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN INTERNSHIP OR CO-OP THIS SPRING OR SUMMER? OVER 600 LISTINGS ARE NOW ON UMBCworks- MANY ARE PAID.

The Shriver Center is making it even easier for you to get started with walk-in hours January 27th to Janurary 29th!

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, January 27th to Thursday, January 29th for the Spring 2009 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 TREATS!!! 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)

January 16, 2009

Internship Fair at Ripken Baseball!

Ripken Baseball has reached out to us to get this information out to you! They will be hosting an internship fair on Saturday, February 21 2009 from 10-2 on the Club Level at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen. They will be interviewing on the spot and making offers to students that are a good match for their internships. They will also be holding a drawing for special signed baseball memorabilia items for all students that attend the fair!

Ripken Baseball is currently looking to fill over 100 internships available for both spring and summer throughout all of their entities. Some of their internship opportunities include:

§ Sales
§ Marketing
§ Graphic Design
§ Baseball Operations
§ Facilities and Grounds
§ Camp Counselors
§ Video Production
§ E-Commerce platforms
§ Research and planning
§ Events coordination
§ Plus many more

For more information, visit www.RipkenBaseball.com!

January 13, 2009

Apply Now for a Summer Internship at Wolf Trap!

"One of America's Top 100 Internships" --The Princeton Review

Wolf Trap's Internship Program provides project-based training and experience to approximately 40 interns annually. Interns become integral members of the staff working side-by-side with professionals producing, promoting, and administering all aspects of the performing arts.

http://www.wolftrap.org/Education/Internships_for_College_Students.aspx

Summer Internships are offered in the following departments:
- Communications and Marketing: Multimedia, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising Sales/Group Sales, Web Communications, Publications, Public Relations, and Photography
- Education
- Planning and Initiatives
- Development: Grants Management/Foundation Relations, Donor Relations, Major Gifts, Annual Fund, Special Events
- Program and Production
- Accounting
- Wolf Trap Opera Company: Directing, Administrative, Stage Management, Technical Theater, Scenic/Prop Painting, and Costuming
- Information Systems

Summer internships are paid, full time (40-plus hours per week), and 12 weeks in duration.

Housing is the responsibility of the student, although guidance in this matter is available. Wolf Trap Interns are required to have a reliable mode of transportation as the Wolf Trap Foundation is not accessible by public transit.

Diversity Initiatives:
Wolf Trap administers the Josie A. Bass Career Development Program and the Los Padres Internship Program, which are designed to provide intern experience in arts administration for qualified African-American and Hispanic/Latino students to facilitate their entry into the profession of arts management. Learn more at http://www.wolftrap.org/Education/Internships_for_College_Students/Diversity_Initiatives.aspx

Application deadline for Summer 2009 internships is March 1.

January 10, 2009

Get UMBC Academic Credit for Your Internship!

If you've received an offer for an internship, co-op,or research position, The Shriver Center can help you get a transcript notation PLUS academic credit for that position. It doesn't matter whether you found the position through UMBCworks or on your own, we can help you!

Call The Center at 410-455-2493 and make an appointment, and with a little info from you we will take care of the rest! If you've found the internship on your own (not through UMBCworks), we'll also need a letter from your employer verifying that you'll be interning a total of at least 120 hours over the course of the semester (about 8 to 10 hours per week).

If you haven't found that perfect position just yet, The UMBC Shriver Center has MANY PAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming SPRING & SUMMER and we need students to fill them. Keep looking for the positions on UMBCworks, as new ones are posted every day! If you need a refresher on what to do, or you just need your resume released, make an appointment to meet with your coordinator. 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, and we'll go over everything from updating your resume to using UMBCworks to search for and apply to positions. We'll also answer any questions you may have.

Visit our website for more information:
http://www.shrivercenter.org/student_benefits.html

We look forward to seeing you - and helping you get credit - soon.

Volunteer Intern Needed for Pro Bono Counseling Project

Volunteer Intern Needed for Pro Bono Counseling Project

The Medical Assistance Field Representative would help members of the Community apply for Medical Assistance benefits at the local Department of Social Services. This would require the field representative to understand the basic eligibility requirements through the Medical Assistance Program. The field representative will work with their clients and the Department of Social Services Caseworker in obtaining the necessary documentation to establish Medical Assistance eligibility. The field representative will also assist their client in obtaining verifications from third parties such as living arrangement forms, social security cards, and verification of income.

APPLY via UMBCworks. Questions, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

Minority Business RoundTable seeks Intern ASAP

The Minority Business RoundTable is the only national membership organization for CEOs of African-American-, Hispanic-American-, Asian-American-, and Native-American-owned top-tier businesses, representing a variety of trades and industries.

The office, which is located 5 miles from campus, is interested in hiring a UMBC intern interested in policy and research working with a national advocate for minority entrepreneurs. Someone with web design experience is a plus, but this is not required. Compensation will be negotiable.

MBRT represents the first formal opportunity for CEOs of large minority-owned firms to collectively address issues of common concern to them as employers, profitable organizations, and active corporate citizens. Coming together strengthens their ability to develop and influence critical public policies.

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY VIA UMBCworks UNDER THE INTERN LISTINGS OR send your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center ASAP. (routzahn@umbc.edu)

December 21, 2008

Get UMBC Academic Credit for Your Internship!

If you've received an offer for an internship, co-op,or research position, The Shriver Center can help you get a transcript notation PLUS academic credit for that position. It doesn't matter whether you found the position through UMBCworks or on your own, we can help you!

Call The Center at 410-455-2493 and make an appointment, and with a little info from you we will take care of the rest! If you've found the internship on your own (not through UMBCworks), we'll also need a letter from your employer verifying that you'll be interning a total of at least 120 hours over the course of the semester (about 8 to 10 hours per week).

If you haven't found that perfect position just yet, The UMBC Shriver Center has MANY PAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming SPRING & SUMMER and we need students to fill them. Keep looking for the positions on UMBCworks, as new ones are posted every day! If you need a refresher on what to do, or you just need your resume released, make an appointment to meet with your coordinator. 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, and we'll go over everything from updating your resume to using UMBCworks to search for and apply to positions. We'll also answer any questions you may have.

Visit our website for more information:
http://www.shrivercenter.org/student_benefits.html

We look forward to seeing you - and helping you get credit - soon.

December 7, 2008

Obtain a Great Internship via UMBCworks

Experience prior to graduation is essential particularly in today's job market. Therefore, if you do not currently have an internship, please consider applying to intern positions on UMBCworks.

There are over 500 great NEW SPRING INTERN and CO-OP positions on UMBCworks that are looking for UMBC students. Many NEW positions are also PAID!!!!

If your resume is already approved by The Shriver Center, here's how you can quickly and easily apply for one today:
1) Log in to UMBCworks by going to myUMBC, clicking on the "Services" tab, and then clicking on "UMBCworks".
2) Now that you're in UMBC works, you just need to:
a) Click on the "Jobs" tab and select UMBCworks
b) Narrow your search by selecting your major and "Internships from the Shriver Center"
c) Hit the "Apply search" button
d) Click on any of the jobs to get an in-depth position description
e) Hit "Submit" to send your resume to that company.

It only takes a few moments to send your resume to any company in UMBCworks, so if you're looking for a spring internship, why wait?

Apply today. It's easy!

IF YOUR RESUME HAS NOT BEEN APPROVED BY THE SHRIVER CENTER FOR YOUR INTERN SEARCH, FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEPS BELOW:

http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

United Way of Central Maryland Seeks Volunteer Intern

United Way of Central Maryland seeks an undergraduate student interested in being exposed to several aspects of macro level community social/human services work. Placement has flexible hours and the student will primarily work out of the United Way of Central Maryland's (UWCM) downtown office. The Impact Strategies Division (ISD) works within the United Way of Central Maryland to ensure our resources and focus make an impact in four distinct areas: 1) Basic Needs (focus on affordable housing); 2) Family Safety; 3) Youth Achieving Potential; and 4) School Readiness. This internship will expose the student to learn about all four impact areas. The individual should have a strong interest in research and evaluation. The individual will conduct research and collect information on data related to our areas of focus.

If interested, apply via UMBCworks or send your resume to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center.

November 23, 2008

A Thanksgiving Message from the Shriver Center

Are you dreading that Thanksgiving conversation?

You know, the one that goes something like:

Family-member: So, what are you going to do next summer?

You: I don't know, probably the same thing I did last year.

Family Member: Well, with all the news about the economy, I don't think it's smart to put all your eggs in one basket. And you know you can't mooch off of us another year.

You: Stop bugging me! I just don't know where to begin!

And an awkward silence fills the room, ruining your delicious pumpkin pie.

Wouldn't you rather be able to say...

You: Well, I met with my Shriver Center coordinator and they helped me get my resume in good shape. They also showed me how to use UMBCworks to apply to positions. I have two offers already from Fortune 500 companies and I'm interviewing with 3 other organizations over winter break. While I haven't made up my mind yet, I have a lot of good choices. The economy may be down, but there is still a strong market for interns and I know I'm going to have a good experience that may even set me up for a fulltime job after graduation.

Call 410-455-2493 to make an appointment with the Shriver Center TODAY to start your path to a successful spring or summer internship and avoid Thanksgiving awkwardness.

For more information, visit http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html

November 21, 2008

Washington Internship Program visits UMBC

Representatives of the Washington Internship Program will be holding an information session!

Monday, December 1, 2009
Public Policy, Shriver Center, Room 107
12:00 to 1:00 PM
www.washingtoninternship.com

RSVP to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at UMBC (routzahn@umbc.edu)

The WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM -- a combination of work and study -- places college students and graduates in top-level internships in our nation's capital. Here are just a few among thousands of places where interns in the program have worked:

United States Congress and Senate, NBC Television (and all other TV stations), The White House, U.S. Commerce Department, Foreign embassies, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Smithsonian Museums, Democratic/Republican National Committees, National Geographic Magazine, Public Defender Service, Brookings Institution, Amnesty International, National Science Foundation, Food and Drug Administration, Environmental Protection Agency, Georgetown Medical Center, etc ...

The WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM guarantees placement in an internship appropriate to your goals and talents. In addition, students are offered an evening course at George Washington University on "Washington and Work"; assistance from a professional editor in crafting resumes, cover letters, and writing samples; and guidance in presenting themselves in a professional manner at phone interviews. Guest speakers, field trips to think-tanks and government hearings, attendance at press-conferences and the filming of television shows, plus plays and concerts are all part of the program. WIP staff members serve as agents for the interns and lobby for their acceptance at the placements of their dreams.

For more information, please attend the event above.

RSVP to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at UMBC (routzahn@umbc.edu)

November 20, 2008

Three myths about Internships, Research, and Co-ops

Three myths about Internships, Research, and Co-ops brought to you by your Shriver Center Coordinators at UMBC

Myth: The downturn in the economy means that no internships are available.

FACT: Interns are still in demand and will be where many organizations look to fulfill their fulltime recruiting needs. More and more companies report that they are using their interns as an effective way to fill their hiring needs. By participating in an internship you can get the inside track on the best opportunities. The Shriver Center has connections with hundreds of organizations where you can get your foot in the door (most paid). By getting your resume approved in UMBCworks, you will have access to them as well!

Myth: Most students don't have enough experience to make a compelling resume and get the best positions.

FACT: You're probably more competitive than you think - and the Shriver Center can help you develop a resume and interview skills that will make you stand out. The Shriver Center has a range of services just for UMBC students to help you standout from your peers and get the positions you seek. We specialize in working with students to transform your credentials from ordinary to extraordinary!

Myth: If you're going to graduate school, you don't need to do internships or research.

FACT: What will make your applications stand out is the ways that you have applied what you have learned inside the classroom in a practical setting. The Shriver Center isn't just for students preparing for the corporate world - UMBCworks has many opportunities for students interested in research and academia. Taking advantage of these opportunities now will help you be more prepared and qualified for graduate studies.

To take advantages of all of these opportunities and more, log onto UMBCworks and start applying today!

For those of you who do not have a UMBCworks account, visit us on the web at http://www.shrivercenter.org/student_howdoigetstarted.html
and call our front desk at 410-455-2493 to make an appointment to get your resume reviewed. The Shriver Center is located on the 1st Floor of the Public Policy Building.

November 7, 2008

Teach for America

Of the 13 million children growing up in poverty, only half will graduate from high school. Those that do graduate will perform on average at an 8th grade level.

YOU can change this.

Teach For America is a national nonprofit trying to close the achievement gap between low- and high-income school districts. We hire candidates from all majors and backgrounds for two years, during which time they receive full salary and benefits, as well as student loan deferment and $9,450 in AmeriCorps grants to pay back student loans or pursue another degree. Our goal is to empower leaders to further develop their skills while working to give children in low-income communities an excellent education. After the corps, Teach For America alumni apply their leadership skills and experience to create change in all sectors using our network of alumni and our partnerships with over 100 graduate, medical and law schools and over 20 top employers, including GE, Google, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Wachovia.

Want to know more about Teach For America and how YOU can get involved?

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 7:30pm for an Information Session via conference call to hear from Teach For America alumni about their experiences with the program and the paths they’ve gone on to pursue. To listen in, dial (605) 990-0111 and access code 548752# when prompted.

To RSVP to the conference call or for more information, email Recruitment Associate Gwen Hopkins at Gwendolyn.Hopkins@TeachForAmerica.org.

Career Seminar- Sponsored by ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY INC., THETA ETA CHAPTER

Career Seminar

Sponsored by ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY INC., THETA ETA CHAPTER

Friday, Nov. 14, 2008 & Friday, Nov. 21, 2008
7:00 p.m.--9 :00 p.m.
The Commons – Room #331

UMBC graduates of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., & Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., will discuss careers in:
• Law
• Nursing
• Federal Government
• Computer Technology
• Counseling & more

Network and learn about job opportunities in a variety of fields

Light Jazz, Food & Refreshments Served

ALL STUDENTS ARE INVITED!

November 3, 2008

Upcoming UMBC Networking Event for Internships and Full-time Positions

You are cordially invited to the TechPreneur Fair@UMBC – A Showcase of Talent!

This event will serve to introduce entrepreneurial UMBC students like you to companies that have a strong relationship with the university.

The TechPreneur Fair@UMBC will also provide entrepreneurs and their firms the opportunity to meet YOU as a possible intern or full-time hire. Below you will find a sample of the companies who plan to attend the event. These companies are ALL offering PAID INTERNSHIPS!!!!

Space is limited, so to attend the TechPreneur Fair@UMBC
Please RSVP to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) as soon as possible- no later than noon on Thursday, November 14th!

Details of the event are as follows:
TechPreneur Fair @UMBC – A Showcase of Talent
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
UMBC INCUBATOR AND ACCELERATOR, MAIN LEVEL
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Free Shuttle Service at 4:40 PM to and from the techcenter@UMBC

Pick-up Location: UMBC Administration Building at 4:40 PM. If you prefer to drive on your own, directions can be found at: http://www.umbc.edu/techcenter/directions.html

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October 31, 2008

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn: Nonprofits- Monday, 11/10 at Noon, Commons 331

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Internship and Job Opportunities within the NONPROFIT Sector

Monday, November 10th
Noon to 1pm
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors

Bring your resumes (not required) and listen to experts in the field.

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship or job in the field of Nonprofits. The representatives below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available along with any full-time opportunities.

Hear from the following panelists:
Jay Nwachu
District Operations/Recruiting Manager
The Choice Program
www.choiceprograms.org

Katie Allston, LCSW-C
Executive Director
Marian House, Inc.
www.marianhouse.org

Donna Vaughan
Director, Employment & Employee Relations
Maryland Public Television
www.mpt.org

Candi Blossom Jones
Site Coordinator, NSP Baltimore
National Student Partnerships
www.nspnet.org

Dimitrios Cavathas, LCSW-C
Division Director of Community Services
People Encouraging People, Inc
www.peponline.org

Shannon Walsh
Manager of Volunteer Services
Sheppard Pratt Health System
www.sheppardpratt.org

REFRESHMENTS AND COOKIES WILL BE PROVIDED!

If you have any questions, please contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493).

October 22, 2008

Student/Alumni Job Shadow Day

The Shriver Center and the UMBC Alumni Association present

Student/Alumni Job Shadow Day: A one-day career exploration opportunity for current students

Wondering what the working world has in store for you? Get an insider’s view of the job market by spending a day shadowing a UMBC alum specially matched with your career interests. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make connections with industry contacts who can help you with your post-graduation job search.

During your job shadow day, you will:
- Explore a career related to your field of study
- Connect with alumni and build a professional network
- See how you might fit into an organization
- Learn about the professional workplace
- Find out what life is like after graduation

Application deadline: November 14, 2008 bold

Eligibility:
- Open to all majors
- Open to all current students

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October 13, 2008

Shriver Center Spring Search Kick-Off: Walk-In Hours

Looking for an internship this spring?
Do you want to fatten up that resume a little bit?
Do you want to potentially get paid AND possibly earn credit for it?

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 SPRING 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 October 21, 22, or 23 between 9am and 4pm for the Spring 2009 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 TREATS!!! All it takes is 30 minutes of your time.

We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center!

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Washington Internship Program Info Session on Monday, 10/20

Representatives of the Washington Internship Program will be holding an information session at The Shriver Center (1st FL of Public Policy) at UMBC on Monday, October 20th from Noon-1pm.

www.washingtoninternship.com

The WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM -- a combination of work and study -- places college students and graduates in top-level internships in our nation's capital. Here are just a few among thousands of places where interns in the program have worked:

United States Congress and Senate, NBC, The White House, U.S. Commerce Department
Foreign embassies, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, Smithsonian Museums, Saks Fifth Avenue, Democratic/Republican National Committees, Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, etc.

Students are placed according to their career goals and areas of interest. Interns have worked in such fields as government, the media, business, law, scientific and arts organizations, public relations, journalism, criminal justice, advertising, medicine, international relations, environmental studies, human rights, publishing, and psychology, among others.

For more information, attend the info session above.

October 10, 2008

Exciting Community Relations Intern Opportunity w/Citibank

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS!

Citibank, a Fortune 500 company, is offering an Exciting opportunity for an intern to work in their Community Relations division.

Students will learn how a Fortune 500 company assesses potential
grantees, solicits applications, prepares applications for submission and tracks those grants. Financial Institutions have specific criteria to meet for federal regulators and students will learn about these.

Position Description:
Students will intern roughly 15 hours per week and assist with Citigroup Foundation Grants submitted for Maryland, DC and Virginia. Interns will learn the grant submission process including format, program areas, and grantee information needed. The intern will review grants before submission to ensure all sections are filled out correctly and attachments are complete and track grants submitted to New York.

IF INTERESTED, APPLY VIA UMBCworks UNDER INTERNSHIPS POSTED THROUGH SHRIVER CENTER or e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at routzahn@umbc.edu

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Public Policy & Research Intern Needed for The Minority Business RoundTable

The Minority Business RoundTable is the only national membership organization for CEOs of African-American-, Hispanic-American-, Asian-American-, and Native-American-owned top-tier businesses, representing a variety of trades and industries.

The office, which is located 5 miles from campus, is interested in hiring a UMBC intern interested in policy and research working with a national advocate for minority entrepreneurs. Someone with web design experience is a plus, but this is not required. Compensation will be negotiable.

IF INTERESTED, APPLY VIA UMBCworks under INTERNSHIP THROUGH THE SHRIVER CENTER or e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at routzahn@umbc.edu

MBRT represents the first formal opportunity for CEOs of large minority-owned firms to collectively address issues of common concern to them as employers, profitable organizations, and active corporate citizens. Coming together strengthens their ability to develop and influence critical public policies.

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September 29, 2008

Get Your Internship, Research or Co-op Recognized on Your Transcript

Students who have obtained or currently have an internship, research or cooperative education position, can receive a transcript notation by enrolling in the Shriver Center’s PRAC course and may be eligible to earn academic credit as a university sanctioned experience.

More information can be found at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CALL THE SHRIVER CENTER THIS WEEK AT 410-455-2493 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

If you found your internship/co-op/research through UMBC works you do not need any additional documentation. Call the Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 to schedule your placement appointment with a coordinator.

September 23, 2008

PAID Internship During the MD Legislative Session!

If you've ever wondered what it's like to work during Maryland's hectic 90 day legislative session, look no farther! The Maryland Retailers Association is looking for an intern to help out during the 2009 Legislative Session.

The intern will assist the President and Legislative Director during the 2009 regular session of the Maryland General Assembly. Position involves preparing agendas for theLegislative Committee, reviewing bills, attending hearings, some research and some office work.

Pay for the internship is $2,500.00 for 14 week period - January 9 - April 17.

If interested, visit UMBCworks, Keyword: Retailers Association and apply today!

September 18, 2008

NEW- U. S. Department of State Internship Fellows Program

If you are passionate about global issues, languages and/or foreign policy, apply to the U.S. Department of State’s Internship Fellows Program (IFP) for Summer 2009.

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice has chosen UMBC to be one of 15 colleges and universities throughout the United States to participate in this exciting new program designed to identify talented students who exhibit strong academic performance and demonstrate potential to succeed in foreign affairs careers.

An information session on this program will be held on Monday, September 29th from Noon to 1:00PM in the UC Ballroom Lounge.

The U.S. Department of State is the official international relations arm of the President of the United States. The Department is responsible for formulating, implementing and supporting U.S. foreign policy, assisting U.S. citizens abroad and managing the human and material resources that provide the platform for U.S. foreign policy.

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September 11, 2008

Ending Sweaty Palms: Intern and Co-op Interview Skills Workshop

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

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.

For more information, contact Shirley Carrington at The Shriver Center (shirleyc@umbc.edu, 410-455-2493).

September 5, 2008

Get Your Internship, Research or Co-op Recognized on Your Transcript

Students who have obtained or currently have an internship, research or cooperative education position, can receive a transcript notation by enrolling in the Shriver Center’s PRAC course and may be eligible to earn academic credit as a university sanctioned experience.

More information can be found at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_practicum.html

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE CALL THE SHRIVER CENTER AT 410-455-2493 TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.

If you found your internship/co-op/research through UMBC works you do not need any additional documentation. Call the Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 to schedule your placement appointment with a coordinator.

Attention SOWK & PSYC Majors- Paid Youth Employment Training Intern Needed

The Choice Program is seeking an energetic and committed college student to fill the position of Youth Employment Training Coordinator. The duties are outlined below. This is a paid internships and it is a time commitment of approximately 10 hours per week (Tuesdays 3-7 pm, Saturdays 11 am – 1 pm and 2 – 4 pm are mandatory, the other hours are flexible). BRIDGE (Building Resiliency and Independence through Developing Gainful Employment) Project, a partnership between the Choice Program and Baltimore County Public Libraries, is a mentoring and training program for youth age fourteen to eighteen in need of supportive employment services. As part of the support offered by the program, youth from the Baltimore area attend an eight week employment preparation training at Essex, North point and Lansdowne Public Libraries. The youth are engaged for two hours each night comprised of short lectures, interactive activities, and volunteer engagement.

IF INTERESTED: APPLY VIA Internships Posted through the Shriver Center on UMBCworks, or e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

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September 3, 2008

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn on Human Services- Networking Opportunity to Obtain an Internship

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Internship and Job Opportunities within the Human Services Sector

Monday, September 15th
Noon to 1pm
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors

Bring your resumes (not required) and listen to experts in the field. Refreshments and cookies provided.

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship or job in the field of Human Services. The representatives below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available along with any full-time opportunities.

Hear from the following panelists:
Kay Inoue, Program Coordinator
Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children
www.csaac.org

Brittany Fletcher, Intern Supervisor
Baltimore Child Abuse Center
http://www.bcaci.org/

Mick Needham, Research Program Manager
Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine
http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/Research/

Barbara Anderson, Executive Director
ProBono Counseling
http://www.probonocounseling.org/

Jennifer Gregory, Vocational Supervisor
Arundel Lodge, Inc.
www.arundellodge.org

HOPE YOU CAN ATTEND!

COOKIES AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED!

If you have any questions, please contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493)

August 29, 2008

Don't Forget Shriver Center's Walk-in Days for Intern, Co-op, & Research Resume Reviews

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.

Paid Public Policy Intern Needed in Washington, DC

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

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August 25, 2008

Coffee with The Shriver Center!

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.

Shriver Center has MANY PAID INTERNSHIPS available for ALL majors this upcoming FALL

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.

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