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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 2, 2011

Invitation for Applications to Represent the U.S. at the UNESCO Youth Summit

The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 7th UNESCO Youth Forum. The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Youth Forum is a biennial conference that brings together youth from over 80 countries to exchange views and identify shared opportunities to address global problems within UNESCO’s mandate.

This year, the Youth Forum will be in mid-October at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. Each National Commission for UNESCO may send up to two candidates to represent youth in their home country. At the Forum, youth delegates will share their experiences and seek ways that UNESCO can use its mandate to promote a better future for mankind. The outcome from the Forum will be forwarded to the UNESCO General Conference for consideration.

Eligibility is limited to U.S. Citizens at least 18 years old and not older than 24 as of October 1, 2011. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those enrolled in community colleges and those not enrolled in academic programs.

IF INTERESTED:
Application packets should include a one-page resume along with a written, audio, or video response to the question: “What is the greatest global challenge facing youth, and how can American youth help to address it?” All material must be submitted electronically to the U.S. National Commission for UNESCO Executive Secretariat (DCUNESCO@state.gov) by May 15, 2011 (11:59pm EDT).

For more information, go to http://www.state.gov/p/io/unesco/programs/159764.htm.

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 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 18, 2011

Visit Maryland Public Television with The Shriver Center!

VISIT MARYLAND PUBLIC TELEVISION TO LEARN ABOUT CURRENT INTERN POSITIONS. Deadline to sign up: April 20 by Noon.

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

The familiar name "MPT" actually signifies two entities with a shared mission of public service. The Maryland Public Broadcasting Commission is a state agency that holds MPT's broadcast licenses. The MPT Foundation encourages and receives donations on behalf of MPT.

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, April 22 as they take you out to visit MPT. Take a tour of the facility in Owings Mills and hear about internship opportunities within the organization.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Transportation will depart the Shriver Center at 9:15 Friday morning, and will return by 1:00 pm.

To register for this tour, please RSVP via UMBCworks and e-mail your resume to Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493, moettel@umbc.edu).

April 12, 2011

Monday- General Dynamics Information Technologies– Intern & Career Info Session from 12 to 1PM, UC 310

General Dynamics Information Technologies – Intern and Career Information Session
MONDAY, 4/18, During Free Hour (12Noon to 1PM), UC 310

Come learn about VIPS and Health IT.
Current intern and full time positions will be discussed.

Speaker – Scott Reiner, UMBC Alum, Section Vice President VIPS

A Leader in Healthcare Information Technology and Informatics
ViPS®, a General Dynamics Information Technology Company, is a leading provider of healthcare data management, analytics, decision support, process automation and related information technology solutions that help governmental and commercial healthcare payers improve patient outcomes, enhance market position and reduce costs. ViPS provides a broad range of solutions from customized IT, to HEDIS® compliance reporting and physician performance measurement, from value measurement to fraud, waste and abuse, and more. Headquartered in the Baltimore-Washington, DC metro area, the company operates two business units under the names ViPS Government Solutions Group and ViPS HealthPayer Solutions Group.

For a list of PAID internships (18 plus at this time) and full time opportunities go to http://www.gdit.com/
Click on the careers tab and search away! Health IT is the future!

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW
General Dynamics Information Technologies is pleased to announce its 2011 Summer Internship Program. Our objective is to create a program that would allow for work-based learning in conjunction with allowable academic credit, pay, and to create an experience that would provide the student insight into our industry and offer the guidance/mentorship to establish personal career goals and aspirations. Intern position descriptions can also be found in UMBCworks. Internships are also open to students on F-1.

THE ATTACHMENT BELOW WILL CONNECT YOU DIRECTLY TO THE CURRENT INTERN LISTINGS
Download file

Recruiting Various Majors including: Accounting, Health Administration and Policy, Financial Economics, Economics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computing - Human Centered Computing, Cybersecurity, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Business Technology Administration, and Information Systems

April 11, 2011

UMBC Biotechnology Graduate Info Session - April 27th

Biotechnology Graduate Info Session
Wednesday, April 27, 12 to 1 p.m.
ITE Building, Room 456

Come meet our program directors, Drs. Rick Wolf and Sheldon Broedel, who
will be leading an information session on UMBC's Biotechnology graduate
programs. A light lunch will be provided.

Participants will learn more about:
. Degree and certificate options
. Program overviews
. Admissions processes and requirements

There will be time following the event for questions. Register today! Go
online to http://www.umbc.edu/biotech and click on the Info Session icon.

Bureau of Labor Statistics, Intern and Full Time, 4/20, 12-1, Math/Psych 210

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the U.S. Department of Labor is the principal Federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy.

Without the work of IT Specialists, the BLS would not be able to meet the information needs of a rapidly changing U.S. and global economy.

Come listen to the day in the life of IT Specialists at the BLS.

April 10, 2011

Go On The Road w/The Shriver Center to Visit the US Dept of State on this Friday, 4/15

If you are passionate about global issues, languages and/or foreign policy, visit the US Department of State THIS FRIDAY with the Shriver Center.

Take a tour of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms along with learning about their Student Programs.

Date: THIS FRIDAY, April 15th
Time: Departing the Shriver Center (1st Fl of the Public Policy Bldg) at 7:15 AM SHARP and returning no later than 2::30 PM
Open to ALL Majors and Years

Transportation is provided via van, but a RSVP is required.

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.

To Sign-Up for this Tour, please RSVP via UMBCworks under the EVENTS TAB- under WORKSHOPS/JOB FAIRS and e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center (410-455-3671) by Monday, 4/11.
Only two more seats are open. First Come First Serve!

Get on the road to your future now!

April 8, 2011

MONDAY, 4/18- General Dynamics IT – Intern and Career Info Session

General Dynamics Information Technologies – Intern and Career Information Session
MONDAY, 4/18, During Free Hour (12Noon to 1PM), UC 310

Come learn about VIPS and Health IT.
Current intern and full time positions will be discussed.

Speaker – Scott Reiner, UMBC Alum, Section Vice President VIPS

A Leader in Healthcare Information Technology and Informatics
ViPS®, a General Dynamics Information Technology Company, is a leading provider of healthcare data management, analytics, decision support, process automation and related information technology solutions that help governmental and commercial healthcare payers improve patient outcomes, enhance market position and reduce costs. ViPS provides a broad range of solutions from customized IT, to HEDIS® compliance reporting and physician performance measurement, from value measurement to fraud, waste and abuse, and more. Headquartered in the Baltimore-Washington, DC metro area, the company operates two business units under the names ViPS Government Solutions Group and ViPS HealthPayer Solutions Group.

For a list of PAID internships (18 plus at this time) and full time opportunities go to http://www.gdit.com/
Click on the careers tab and search away! Health IT is the future!

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW
General Dynamics Information Technologies is pleased to announce its 2011 Summer Internship Program. Our objective is to create a program that would allow for work-based learning in conjunction with allowable academic credit, pay, and to create an experience that would provide the student insight into our industry and offer the guidance/mentorship to establish personal career goals and aspirations. Intern position descriptions can also be found in UMBCworks. Internships are also open to students on F-1.

Engineering Management & Systems Engineering Graduate Info Session

Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 12 to 1 p.m.
ITE Building, Room 456

Come meet our graduate program director, Dr. Ted Foster, who will be leading
an Information Session on UMBC's Engineering Management and Systems
Engineering graduate programs.

Participants will learn more about:
- Degree and certificate options
- Program overviews
- Admission processes and requirements

Dr. Foster along with program staff will be available for questions
following the event.

Register today! Go online to register. Lunch will be served.

April 3, 2011

GO "On the Road" to VISIT THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY FOR BALTIMORE CITY on 4/15

Are you interested in a career in law, juvenile justice, or social work?

If YES, VISIT THE OFFICE OF THE STATE ATTORNEY FOR BALTIMORE CITY (http://www.stattorney.org/) TO LEARN ABOUT SUMMER 2011 INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, APRIL 15th.

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 15th
Departing the Shriver Center at 9:15 AM and returning by 12:30 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. Interns have an opportunity to provide services to victims and witnesses in Baltimore City Juvenile Court delinquency cases.

Transportation is provided, but a RSVP is required.

To register for this tour, please RSVP via UMBCworks under the EVENTS TAB and e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn (routzahn@umbc.edu) at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493). RSVP TODAY!!!

Get on the road to your future now!

March 28, 2011

UMBC Women's Event Sponsored by the President's Commission for Women

Registration for the President's Commission For Women (PCW) Spring Event is now open! This year's event is taking place on Thursday, April 7, 2011, from 9 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. in the UC Ballroom. The event is free and open to all members of the UMBC campus!

The theme for the day-long event is "Women's Changing Role in the 21st Century." This event will focus on the changing roles for women in corporate industries, STEM areas, the Humanities, and non-profit arenas. Women from diverse fields will serve as panelists and share their personal journeys including their challenges and successes.

Featured speakers include Dr. Freeman Hrabowski, Dr. Kathy O'Dell, Dr. Michelle Scott, Dr. Penny Rheingans, Dr. Phyllis Robinson, Dr. Janet Rutledge, Ms. Danielle Viens-Payne, Ms. Yasmin Radbod, and Ms. Mollie Monahan-Kreishman. UMBC's own student group, the Stilletos, will also be performing.

Register for a spot at the event by visiting PCW's Spring Event Registration Page. Lunch is included for those who register, and registration will remain open until April 1st.

March 27, 2011

Cashing in on Internships Panel this Wednesday During FREE Hour

Cashing in on Internships
Wed, 3/30/2011, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Commons 329

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!

Featured alumni panelists:
Casey Miller, '02, English
Assistant Director of Professional Practice
The Shriver Center, UMBC

David Ohler, '06, Mechanical Engineering
Project Engineer
RMF Engineering

Paula Strassle, '10, Psychology- Biopsychology
Clinical Research Assistant
UMB School of Medicine
Epidemiology and Public Health Department

Need a Summer Internship? Visit Constellation Energy this Friday w/The Shriver Center

Friday, April 1st
10AM to 2:30PM

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

Join your internship coordinators as they take you out to Constellation Energy Group> - one of the most recognizable companies in the area.

Student majoring in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Technology Administration, Computer Engineering, Financial Economics, Math, Statistics, and Economics would find an internship with this company worthwhile!

Meet senior executives, take a tour of the facility, hear about internship and future career opportunities and more. Lunch and transportation to and from UMBC are provided, but a RSVP is required.

TO ATTEND: RSVP via UMBCworks under the EVENTS Tab and send your resume to Christine Routzahn, Director of Internships, at the Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)
DEADLINE to RSVP- Tuesday, March 29th at 10AM

March 18, 2011

Cardinal Health wants to Hire UMBC Students from All Majors- Intern/Career Info Session on Tuesday

Cardinal Health Information Session
Tuesday, March 29th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in ITE 456

Did you know that 50% of US surgeries use Cardinal Health products and services?

Cardinal Health is a global, dynamic Fortune 17 healthcare services and whole sale distribution company. We think of ourselves as the business behind healthcare because we focus on making it more cost-effective. We work with pharmacies, hospitals, doctor’s offices, surgery centers and clinical labs—basically anywhere healthcare services are offered. We’re an essential link that allows healthcare providers to reduce costs, improve operations and increase quality, so that they can offer better care to their patients.

Please join Cardinal Health for an information session following the career fair to learn more about their Fortune 17 company and internship and career opportunities available to current students and recent graduates.

Open to all majors!

Pizza and refreshments will be provided at the event.

RSVP in UMBCworks! Go to EVENTS and Click on INFORMATION SESSIONS to locate the Cardinal Health RSVP List.

March 17, 2011

UMBC's Relationship Violence Speaker Series

Upcoming Sessions:

April 4 2:00-4:00 pm UC 312
David Thomas Workplace Violence and the Relationship Violence Connection
Join us for this session with David Thomas about how intimate partner violence impacts the workplace, and how everyone can play a role in addressing workplace violence.

April 18 7:00-9:00 pm UC Ballroom
4th Annual Crime Victims’ Rights Summit: Panel Discussion on Relationship Violence
Who is at risk, identifying warning signs, escaping dangerous relationships, bystander intervention, and becoming ‘Men of Strength.’

April 28 4:00-6:00 p.m. UC 312
Yael Shy Esq. will talk about the causes of intimate and community violence and trauma, and developing innovative solutions that promote healing.
Invite your friends, family members, colleagues, etc.

ALL members of the UMBC community are welcomed and encouraged to attend!

March 11, 2011

Shriver Center on the Road: Visit Constellation Energy Group

Friday, April 1st
10AM to 2:30PM

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

Join your internship coordinators as they take you out to Constellation Energy Group> - one of the most recognizable companies in the area. Sophomores and Juniors majoring in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Technology Administration, Computer Engineering, Finance, Math, Statistics, and Economics would find an internship with this company worthwhile! 3.00 GPA or above desired.

Meet senior executives, take a tour of the facility, hear about internship and future career opportunities and more. Lunch and transportation to and from UMBC are provided, but a RSVP is required.

TO ATTEND: RSVP via UMBCworks under the EVENTS Tab and send your resume to Christine Routzahn, Director of Internships, at the Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

March 10, 2011

CIA Career and Intern Info Session this Tuesday at 5PM

CIA Information Session on Tuesday, March 15th, 5-6:30 PM, ITE 456

Are you interested in a Career or Student Opportunity at the CIA….. And want to know if you qualify for a top secret clearance and employment opportunities at the CIA?

If yes, we welcome you to attend an information session on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 in ITE 456 from 5pm-6:30pm. You are encouraged to visit (https://www.cia.gov/careers/index.html) prior to attending to view the internship and full-time opportunities available.

Go On the Road to Emerson Industrial Automation, April 8th

Join The Shriver Center as we head to Emerson Industrial Automation to learn about internship and co-op opportunities in Mechanical Engineering.

Emerson designs and manufactures flexible rotating couplings for industrial applications. Located just 9 miles from UMBC near BWI, Emerson offers students the opportunity to gain experience in mechanical design and manufacturing. Emerson offers excellent opportunities for advancement, currently 7 of 13 engineers are former co-ops.

Visit Date: Friday, April 8
Time: Leave the UMBC Shriver Center at 12:30 PM (1st Floor of the Public Policy Building) and return by 4:00 PM

IF INTERESTED: Sign up via UMBCworks or E-mail your resume to Kerry Kidwell-Slak at the Shriver Center at kerryk@umbc.edu
SPACE IS LIMITED, RSVP TODAY!

February 27, 2011

CIA Information Session on Tuesday, March 15th, 5-6:30 PM, ITE 456

Are you interested in a Career or Student Opportunity at the CIA….. And want to know if you qualify for a top secret clearance and employment opportunities at the CIA?
If yes, we welcome you to attend an information session on Tuesday, March 15, 2011 in ITE 456 from 5pm-6:30pm.
You are encouraged to visit (https://www.cia.gov/careers/index.html) prior to attending to view the internship and full-time opportunities available.

February 25, 2011

Shriver Center Placement Walk-Ins - No Appointment Necessary! Mon., 2/28 from 9AM - 4PM

Have you already obtained the internship or research opportunity of your dreams, but have no idea how to get credit for it? Are you simply looking to have it noted on your transcript for that all-important Grad School or employment application? Has it been tough for you to nail down a time to meet with your coordinator this semester?

Never fear - The Shriver Center is here to help! On Monday, February 28 from 9:00am - 4:00pm, all you have to do is walk in! During those hours, Shriver Center coordinators will be available to explain your credit options, help you get that notation onto your transcript and answer all of the questions you may have about your internship or research position.

If you've been putting this off, or thought it was too late to get credit, mark your calendar today!

What: Shriver Center Placement Walk-In Hours
When: Monday, February 28, 2011 from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Where: The Shriver Center, Ground Floor, Public Policy
Why: To get your internship, co-op, or research experience (on or off campus) recognized on your transcript and help you avoid having to make an appointment

Contact The Shriver Center with questions: 410-455-2493.

N.B. These walk-in hours are for placements only, not for resume reviews. Students walking in to the Shriver Center during these hours looking to have their resumes reviewed/approved will be directed to make an appointment with their respective coordinator or stop by during our walk-in hours this week.

February 24, 2011

We're taking YOU to Morgan Stanley!

VISIT MORGAN STANLEY TO LEARN ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES. Deadline to sign up: March 2 by Noon.

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

Morgan Stanley has earned a worldwide reputation for the excellence of its advice and execution in financial markets. With over 600 offices in 33 countries, the firm is truly global – and a market leader in the US, Europe and Asia as well as in emerging markets. Morgan Stanley’s success rests on the talents and passion of our people, who share a common set of values and bring excellence and integrity to everything they do.

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, March 4 from 9:30 - 1:30 as they take you out to visit Morgan Stanley. Take a tour of the facility in Baltimore and hear about internship opportunities within the organization.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early!

To register for this tour, please RSVP by e-mailing your resume to Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493, moettel@umbc.edu). Direct any questions to Mike as well.

February 21, 2011

Go On the Road to the NSA

VISIT the National Security Agency (NSA) TO LEARN ABOUT INTERN AND
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION POSITIONS on FRIDAY, March 11, 2011, 9:15 am - 3:00 pm.

Challenge the unknown. Solve the impossible. And at NSA, it’s about protecting the Nation. A career at NSA offers the opportunity to work with the best, shape the course of the world, and secure your own future.

As a college undergrad, you can gain the experience you need while working toward your degree.

And you’ll get to experience first-hand what life at NSA is really like.

Participate in this Shriver on the Road Visit to learn about the internship and co-op programs offered by the NSA.

The core mission of the NSA is to protect U.S. national security systems and to produce foreign signals intelligence information.

NSA would like to invite students who meet the following requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be eligible to be granted a
security clearance
• Must be a second semester college
freshman, sophomore, or junior
• Must have a GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Must be majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or Math

The Agenda for the Visit will include the following:
Tour of the National Cryptologic Museum
Lunch (FREE Pizza)
Internship and Cooperative Education
Information Session
NSA Intern/Co-op Meet & Greet
Security Awareness Presentation
Q& A Session

TO PARTICIPATE:
RSVP via UMBCcworks under Events and send your resume to Casey Miller at The Shriver Center at UMBC (cmille1@umbc.edu) SPACE IS LIMITED. RSVP TODAY!

TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 9:15 am.

UPCOMING HARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRESENTATION

OPEN TO ALL MAJORS
Monday, March 7th
12 noon to 1pm, Public Policy, LH-9 (1st FlOOR)

Learn about Careers in Public Health and Opportunities (research and graduate programs) at Harvard University School of Public Health!

BONUS: Also Learn about The 2010 Affordable Act and the Future of Health Care in the U.S.
On March 23, 2010 President Obama signed into law the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. This legislation marks a watershed moment in U.S. health care policy. By 2019, the numbers of uninsured will be reduced by approximately 30 million as a result of Medicaid expansion and a set of subsidies, penalties, and regulatory reforms intended to increase take up of individual insurance. These policies will bring the promise of financial access to health care to lower-income Americans but will increase the urgency of delivery system reforms to ensure meaningful access to high-quality care and affordability in the long run. This presentation will highlight the key provisions of the Affordable Care Act, their anticipated effects, and the set of delivery system reforms that have been proposed to alleviate the strains the newly insured will impose on the delivery system and increase the value of health care for all Americans.

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 14, 2011

Goldman Sachs - Federation Diversity and Women's Conference- Apply Now

Spring 2011 Federation Women & Diversity Conference
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Venue: Goldman Sachs New York/New Jersey Campus
Application Deadline: Sunday, February 27th, at 11:59pm

The following Goldman Sachs divisions are sponsoring the event, where you will have the opportunity to learn about our Summer Analyst opportunities, and network with our professionals:
• Operations • Technology • Finance • Services • Human Capital Management

To attend the event and apply for a summer analyst position, please submit an online application at www.gs.com/careers. When filling out the application, please select FDWCSpring2011 in the advertised position ID drop-down field. The application deadline is February 27th, 2011 at 11:59 pm.

Selected candidates will be notified no later than March 7th and more details will be provided. This event is invitation only. For those selected to attend the event, please note that interviews for summer analyst positions will be held the day after the information session on Wednesday, March 16th.

Visit www.gs.com/careers to learn more about the divisions sponsoring the event.

Go On the Road to the NSA

VISIT the National Security Agency (NSA) TO LEARN ABOUT INTERN AND COOPERATIVE EDUCATION POSITIONS on FRIDAY, March 11, 2011

9:15 am - 3:00 pm

Challenge the unknown. Solve the impossible. And at NSA, it's about protecting the Nation. A career at NSA offers the opportunity to work with the best, shape the course of the world, and secure your own future.

As a college undergrad, you can gain the experience you need while working toward your degree. And you'll get to experience first-hand what life at NSA is really like.

Participate in this Shriver on the Road Visit to learn about the internship and co-op programs offered by the NSA.

The core mission of the NSA is to protect U.S. national security systems and to produce foreign signals intelligence information.

NSA would like to invite students who meet the following requirements:
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be eligible to be granted a security clearance
• Must be a second semester college freshman or sophomore
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Math

The Agenda for the Visit will include the following:
Tour of the National Cryptologic Museum
Free Lunch (Pizza, Cookies, Soda, etc)
Internship and Cooperative Education Information Session
NSA Intern/Co-op Meet & Greet
Security Awareness Presentation
Q& A Session

TO PARTICIPATE: RSVP via UMBCcworks under Events and send your resume to Casey Miller at The Shriver Center at UMBC, cmille1@umbc.edu

TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is provided. Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 9:15 am.

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.

Volunteer with the Adult Literacy Program & Help Change Lives!

The Adult Literacy Program is a program at The Learning Bank that provides one-on-one tutoring to adults in a broad range of subjects, ranging from literacy skill development to math skill building, and GED preparation.

The Shriver Center's Service-Learning program is offering a great opportunity for students to get involved with the Adult Literacy Program this spring: Sign up as a Volunteer on Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:30pm.

Transportation is provided for students who enroll through the Service-Learning program. As a volunteer, you will receive a Service-Learning notation on your transcript.

All students interested in volunteering with the Adult Literacy Program should contact Camille Vu (cvu1@umbc.edu) for more information.

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.

February 4, 2011

Want to get academic credit for your service or volunteer work?

Do you want to link your service work with academic credit? Then consider signing up for one of the The Shriver Center's Service-Learning classes!

Students who enroll in a Service-Learning class are also registered in the 096 Practicum. They commit to volunteer 3-5 hours a week with a service site for a minimum of 30 hours over the course of the semester, and complete reflection activities along with their service. Then, students integrate this service experience into a course, just like they would a textbook or class reading.

The Service-Learning program of The Shriver Center provides service placements for students and registers them for the 096 Practicum. To learn about service placements for spring check out our Service Charts on The Shriver Center's website.

The following service-learning classes are offered this spring:

SOCY 396: Reflections on Community Service: A Sociological Perspective meets Monday 1-1:50pm. Students can take the class for 1, 2, or 3 credits and it is graded P/F. This class does not count toward general education requirements but it does count toward upper level general elective credits.

HONR 390: Reflections on Community Service satisfies the Honors College's applied learning requirement. This is an Independent Study course, which means there are no in-person class meetings; students complete the course on their own. It is 3 credits and graded P/F.

Call The Shriver Center at 410.455.2493 and set up a time to register for a Service-Learning placement and a class!

February 2, 2011

UNDER ARMOUR INFORMATION SESSION on Monday, 2/14 during Free Hour

UNDER ARMOUR INFORMATION SESSION
12Noon to 1PM, Commons 331
Monday, February 14th

Learn about Intern (The Rookie Program) and Career Opportunities!

Under Armour is the chosen brand of this generation of athletes... and the athletes of tomorrow. We’re about performance — in training and on game day, in blistering heat and bitter cold. Whatever the conditions, whatever the sport, Under Armour delivers the advantage athletes have come to demand.

That demand has created an environment of growth. An environment where building a great team is vital. An environment where doing whatever it takes is the baseline and going above and beyond to protect the Brand is commonplace.

For people who can feel truly passionate about a job, for people who can create that passion in others, and for people who crave earning the opportunities that arise in a growth environment, Under Armour could be home.

Our goal is to Build A Great Team. If you think you have what it takes to join a team that comes to work every day to be great, ATTEND THIS INFORMATION SESSION and learn about Intern (The Rookie Program) and Career Opportunities at Under Armour.

Recruiters at the event have a STRONG INTEREST in meeting students from various IT fields for the following INTERNSHIP - Retail Information Technology Rookie
Apply on-line and bring your resume to the event.

Go On The Road to visit Life Technologies on February 25th

Visit LIFE TECHNOLOGIES (http://www.lifetechnologies.com) to learn about current intern and full-time positions!

Deadline to sign up: February 21 by Noon.

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

Life Technologies customers do their work across the biological spectrum, working to advance personalized medicine, regenerative science, molecular diagnostics, agricultural and environmental research, and 21st century forensics. The company had sales of more than $3.3 billion, employs approximately 9,000 people, has a presence in 160 countries, and possesses a rapidly growing intellectual property estate of approximately 3,900 patents and exclusive licenses. Life Technologies was created by the combination of Invitrogen Corporation and Applied Biosystems Inc.

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, February 25, 9:00am to 3:00pm, as they take you out to visit Life Technologies in Frederick, MD. Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship and employment opportunities across all their business units. There will be a special emphasis on opportunities for IT and Life Science majors.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave The Shriver Center promptly at 9:00am.

To register for this tour, please RSVP via UMBCworks.

January 30, 2011

Go On the Road with The Shriver Center to T.Rowe Price

VISIT T. ROWE PRICE (http://corporate.troweprice.com) TO LEARN ABOUT SUMMER 2011 INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25th.

11:15 am - 3:30pm

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

Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship opportunities within Global Business Solutions,Technology, Document Publishing, and Finance.

TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is provided, but a RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 11:15 am.

REGISTRATION:
To register, send your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center, routzahn@umbc.edu and RSVP via UMBCworks under the EVENTS tab

QUALIFICATIONS:
Student Qualifications for T. Rowe Price Include:
- 3.0 GPA and US Citizenship or Permanent Resident required
- Majoring in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Financial Economics, and Economics
- Interest in Information Technology, Data Systems, Business Analysis, Web Design, Graphics/Publications, or Accounting

AGENDA INCLUDES:
Tour of T. Rowe Price Investment Technology Data Center
Presentation on internship opportunities for Summer 2011
Lunch and Learn – Panel Discussion and Q&A with T. Rowe Price managers

January 27, 2011

Back to Basics....How to Build a Successful Business

February 28, 2011
12 - 1 p.m. • Commons 331

It always comes back to basics. Have a great product. Have a great sales force. Have a scalable structure. Create a unique and memorable customer experience. Take care of your customers and your employees. Build a culture that rewards performance. Communicate. Sounds straightforward, right? But how do you DO all these things?

Come listen to alumnus David Powell talk about his journey to become a successful entrepreneur after a 10 year sales career. David became a partner in the Federal Business Council, Inc. (FBC), which produces mission specific conferences and events for the Department of Defense, Federal Agencies and the Intelligence Community. By combining strong sales and marketing with a scalable business structure, FBC, with the help of their talented team, has experienced exponential growth over the past 10 years.

You need more than a good idea to succeed. You need a good team as well. So whether your goal is to start your own business one day, or to be an intrapreneur within an existing company, come find out what really matters in building both a successful business and career.

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!

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 10, 2010

Obtain a PAID Internship on Campus- Attend the Techpreneur Internship Fair

On behalf of UMBC, you are cordially invited to the Techpreneur Internship Fair – A Showcase of Talent!

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ATTENTION ALL MAJORS- Interested in an internship with a start-up company? Come and meet with executives from the bioscience and technology companies at UMBC’s business incubator and learn about opportunities to gain work experience in an entrepreneurial culture.

Below you will find a sample of the companies who plan to attend the event. These companies are ALL offering PAID INTERNSHIPS and MOST are located at UMBC!!!!

Details of the event are as follows:

Techpreneur Intern Fair @ UMBC – A Showcase of Talent
THIS TUESDAY, November 16, 2010
bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus - Large conference room off the main lobby)
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
OPEN TO ALL MAJORS

Free Van Service at 4:40 PM to and from south campus- bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus)

Pick-up Location: UMBC Administration Building at 4:40 PM
If you prefer to drive on your own, directions to the bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus- 1450 South Rolling Road Baltimore, MD 21227) can be found at: http://www.bwtechumbc.com//about/directions.html

DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY SLIP AWAY

RSVP via your UMBCworks account under the EVENTS TAB
Questions, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493 or routzahn@umbc.edu)

BRING COPIES OF YOUR RESUME TO THE EVENT

Participating Companies include:
Fearless Solutions
RCI- Realistic Computing Inc.
Technology Security Associates, Inc.
Biomedica
StormCenter Communications
Inciter, Inc.
Convergent Technologies Inc
Amethyst Technologies, LLC
Quantum Medical Metrics, LLC
Amidus, LLC
ProSpect Pharma
Blue Wave Semiconductors, Inc.
Intellibit Systems LLC
Aurora Analytics LLC
Pearl Lifescience

November 4, 2010

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn Panel: The Arts

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Opportunities in The Arts

Monday, November 8th
12:00 Noon to 1pm (FREE HOUR)
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors
Snacks provided.

Attend the Arts session on Monday, November 8th from 12Noon to 1pm in Commons 331.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Sandra Abbott
UMBC Center for Art, Design and Visual Culture

Susan Malone
Wide Angle Youth Media

Cliff Murphy, Ph.D.

Maryland State Arts Council

Karen Summerville
Creative Alliance

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in the Arts industry; 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/research; 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 from the organizations above.

November 3, 2010

Booming Industries Lunch and Learn Panel on 11/15

Monday, November 15th
12Noon to 1pm (Free Hour)
Commons 331
Open to ALL Majors
Bring your lunch- Snacks Provided

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Start your internship and career search now by obtaining advice from industry experts.

Meet entrepreneurs representing three Booming Industries- Social Media, Cybersecurity, and Green Technology.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Thomas H. Jarboe, Chief Operating Officer
Technology Security Associates, Inc.
www.TheTSATeam.com

George Oyler, President
Synaptic Research
http://www.synapticresearch.com/

Jill A. T. Sorensen, Executive Director
Baltimore Electric Vehicle Initiative, BEV
www.b-evi.net

Eric Conn, Founder and President
Gloto
http://www.gloto.com

Greg Cangialosi, President
Blue Sky Factory
www.blueskyfactory.com

October 31, 2010

Upcoming UMBC Networking Event for Internships on 11/16

On behalf of UMBC, you are cordially invited to the Techpreneur Internship Fair – A Showcase of Talent!

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

The Techpreneur Internship Fair at UMBC will also provide entrepreneurs and their firms the opportunity to meet YOU as a possible intern hire. Below you will find a sample of the companies who plan to attend the event. These companies are ALL offering PAID INTERNSHIPS and MOST are located at UMBC!!!!

Details of the event are as follows:

Techpreneur Intern Fair @ UMBC – A Showcase of Talent
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus - Large conference room off the main lobby)
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
OPEN TO ALL MAJORS

Free Van Service at 4:40 PM to and from south campus- bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus)

Pick-up Location: UMBC Administration Building at 4:40 PM
If you prefer to drive on your own, directions to the bwtech@UMBC Incubator & Accelerator (south campus- 1450 South Rolling Road Baltimore, MD 21227) can be found at: http://www.bwtechumbc.com//about/directions.html

DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY SLIP AWAY

RSVP via your UMBCworks account under the EVENTS TAB
Questions, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center (410-455-2493 or routzahn@umbc.edu)

BRING COPIES OF YOUR RESUME TO THE EVENT

Participating Companies include:
Fearless Solutions
COLUMBIA Technologies
RCI- Realistic Computing Inc.
Technology Security Associates, Inc.
Biomedica
StormCenter_Outlook
Inciter, Inc.
Convergent Technologies Inc
Paragon Bioservices, Inc.
Amethyst Technologies, LLC
Quantum Medical Metrics, LLC

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 14, 2010

NSA Day: Women in Intelligence: Making a Difference

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Attention Math, Computer Science, and Engineering Majors!

NSA is hosting a special one day event "Women in Intelligence: Making a Difference."

Tuesday, November 16th from 4 to 8PM
NSA Headquarters, Forte Meade, MD

Highlights:
Dinner with NSA recruiters and emloyees
Career and leadership panels
Tour of NSA
Keynote Address from NSA's Chief of Staff
Technical Demonstrations

RSVP TODAY- this event will fill-up fast! SPACE IS LIMITED
US Citizenship Work Authorization required
To RSVP, please send your resume to Andrea Young at aryoun2@nsa.gov


October 10, 2010

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.

October 3, 2010

Xerox Corporation Summer Intern & Full-time Information Session this TUESDAY

Xerox Corporation Summer Intern & Full-time Information Session
THIS Tuesday, October 5th
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Commons 331

FREE PIZZA AND BEVERAGES- BRING YOUR RESUME and Don't forget to RSVP in UMBCworks

Xerox is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute to their team for both summer intern and full-time positions. Specific majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Accounting, Finance, etc.

Xerox Corporation is a global, Fortune 500, 16 billion dollar technology company that offers a broad portfolio of systems, solutions, and services in the document industry. Products range from award winning fax, scanners, printers, and copiers for small and medium sized offices to high-end production printing systems to an array of software and consulting solutions.

October 2, 2010

Video Games- Lunch and Learn Event

The Shriver Center presents the Gaming Lunch and Learn!

Attend the Gaming session on Monday, October 4th from 12Noon to 1pm in Commons 331.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Dan Halka, Art Director
Zynga East

Richard Jose, Sr. Software Engineer
Big Huge Games

Steve Ogden, Studio Art Director
Firaxis Games/2K Games/Take Two Interactive

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in the Gaming industry and 2) arm students with practical advice about their major and tips on getting ahead in the "real world" including the importance of internships.

Questions:
Contact The Shriver Center
410-455-2493
shrivercenter@umbc.edu
1st Floor of the Public Policy Building

September 22, 2010

Monday at UMBC: Lunch and Learn Intern/Career Panel on Business & Finance

On behalf of The Shriver Center at UMBC, we would like to formally invite you to this Monday's upcoming Lunch & Learn Career Panel Series on Business and Finance.

THIS Monday, September 27th
12:00Noon to 1pm (Free Hour)
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors

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

Start your internship/job search now by obtaining advice from industry experts and learn how to get a position in the field of Business & Finance. The representatives below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available at their organizations.

Hear from the following guest speakers:

Matthew C. Bjonerud
Relationship Manager
Corporate Bank
PNC Financial Services Group

David J. Hodnett, J.D.
Vice President, Trust Advisor
PNC Wealth Management

Suzann Medicus, CPA
CEO
Liberty Tax Service

Jeanne St. Martin
President (fmr.)
St. Martin & St. Martin PC

Shriver Center Lunch and Learn Series: Business and Finance - Mon. 9/27 @ Noon, Commons 331

Attend the Business and Finance session on Monday, September 27th from 12Noon to 1pm in Commons 331.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Matthew C. Bjonerud

Relationship Manager
Corporate Bank
PNC Financial Services Group

David J. Hodnett, J.D.
Vice President, Trust Advisor
PNC Wealth Management

Suzann Medicus, CPA
CEO
Liberty Tax Service

Jeanne St. Martin
President (fmr.)
St. Martin & St. Martin PC

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in business and finance; 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/research; 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 and student leaders who are engaged in substantive internships and co-op positions within the organizations above.

Questions?
Contact The Shriver Center
410-455-2493
shrivercenter@umbc.edu
1st Floor of the Public Policy Building

September 19, 2010

Entrepreneurship Speaker Series

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September 29th
12:00 - 1:00pm
Commons, Room 331

Algae: From Scientific Curiosity to Commercial Products
Featuring UMBC alumnus Dr. Paul Behrens, Co-founder and Director, Martek Biosciences Corporation.

September 15, 2010

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn Series: Homeland Security

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship/co-op in the field of Homeland Security!

This Monday, September 20th
12Noon to 1pm
Commons 331

Panel Members INCLUDE:
Brenda Brooks, Deputy Chief
Student Programs Division
National Security Agency (NSA)

Amy Coveyou, Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton

Robert Seasonwein, Assistant Chief Counsel
Field Transportation Security, (BWI, SBY, HGR)
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

John Sheridan, Special Agent & Regional Recruiter
Federal Bureau of Investigation

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in homeland security; 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/research; 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 and student leaders who are engaged in substantive internships and co-op positions within the organizations above.

September 13, 2010

Intern at the CIA

Are you interested in a Career or Student Opportunity at the CIA…..

And want to know if you qualify for a top secret clearance and employment opportunities at the CIA? If yes, we welcome you to attend an information session on September 28, 2010 in ITE 456 from 12n-2pm.

You are encouraged to visit www.cia.gov/careers prior to attending to view the many opportunities available to include the following full-time positions and student opportunities:

Full Time Positions:
Analytic Methodologist
Computer Engineer
Computer Forensics Engineer
Core Collector/Clandestine Service and Professional Trainee Program
Economic Analyst
Electrical Engineers
Facilities Support Project Management
Headquarters Based Trainee Program
Information System Security Officer
IT Project Manager
Mechanical Engineers
Open Source Officer (foreign media analyst)
Political Analyst
Science, Technology, Weapons Analyst
Systems Engineer
Telecommunications Information Systems Officer

Student Opportunities:
Center for the Study of National Reconnaissance Internship
Graduate Studies Program – Analysis
Graduate Studies Program – Computer Systems/Science/Engineer
Gradate Studies Program – Engineering Officer
Undergraduate – Facilities Support Project Management
Undergraduate – Analysis
Undergraduate - Computer Engineer
Undergraduate - Network Engineer
Undergraduate - Customer Support Information Technology Officer (CSITO)

You may also want to sign up for resume critiques provided by the CIA from 10am-12pm on 9/28 (sign up under the Events-Workshops tab in UMBCworks).

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 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

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.

June 14, 2010

Downtown 101: An Insider's Guide to Baltimore

SAVE THE DATE- June 24th
Downtown 101: An Insider's Guide to Baltimore

This event is catered to recent graduates, summer interns, new Baltimoreans, and those who are just plain curious about Baltimore! The event will be held on Thursday June 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at the James Joyce in Harbor East.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a group activity and network with fellow professionals and community partners.

Event is free, but registration is required.
www.GoDowntownBaltimore.com

May 2, 2010

UMBC Intern & Part-time Job Survey- Win 4 O's Tickets

The Career Services and Shriver Centers are interested in learning about the part-time jobs/internships you held during the spring semester and your plans for the upcoming summer months.

PNC Bank has generously donated two sets of four PREMIER TICKETS (section 46, row 7) to two upcoming Oriole games (each set valued at $192) to be held on Sunday, July 25th at 1:35 pm (O's vs. Minnesota Twins) and Tuesday, June 29th at 7:05 pm (O's vs. Oakland Athletes).

Complete the 10 question survey found at:
http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e2v3wiawg8aldb2b/start
and earn a chance to be one of the two randomly selected winners!

Winners will be selected and e-mailed on June 1st. Good Luck!

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 22, 2010

The Challenge and Excitement of Being a Student AND a CEO

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 19, 2010

Save the Date: URCAD is coming!

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

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

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

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

April 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 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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sponsored by The Shriver Center and Career Services Center.

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 3, 2010

Electrical Engineering Webinar with GE on 4/13

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

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

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

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

Don't Forget! Participate in Career Week (Monday through Friday)

Attention Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors and Graduate Students!

Don't forget to jump start your career preparation by participating in one of the numerous workshops offered daily during Career Week at UMBC.

For a complete list, visit:
http://www.careers.umbc.edu/careerweek/calendar.php

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 11, 2010

Education and Career Symposium on Opportunities in Biological Research

Wednesday, May 5th
(YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER BY APRIL 21)
7:30am - 3:30pm
Fort Detrick (Transportation will be provided)

Students interested in careers in medical and biological research and biodefense should not miss this event sponsored by the National Interagency Confederation for
Biological Research (NICBR), a partnership of government agencies with laboratories at Fort Detrick, including:
- US Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases
- National Institutes of Health / National Cancer Institute
- National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center
- US Department of Agriculture
- Naval Medical Research Center
- National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The goal of the program is to present an overview of research being performed by the various NICBR partners, through presentations and laboratory tours, and to provide information on educational and employment opportunities.

During the morning, representatives of the various NICBR laboratories will describe their research programs and opportunities for internships, fellowships and employment. After the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to go on tours of various laboratories and explore posters and presentations being made by researchers at the NICBR Springfest. More information on Springfest is available at: http://web.ncifcrf.gov/events/springfest.

Because of security concerns, it will be necessary for Fort Detrick to carry out standard "background checks," so all participants are required to REGISTER BY APRIL 21st at:

http://web.ncifcrf.gov/events/nicbr/default.asp

Transportation from UMBC to the event at Ft. Detrick will be provided. Please RSVP via the Events tab in your UMBCworks account to indicate that you are registering for the event via their website and are interested in the provided shuttle. Details regarding the shuttle will be forwarded as the May 5th event date nears.

Tours are open to both US and non-US citizens.

Questions? Contact Lorie Logan-Bennett in the Career Services Center (lbennett@umbc.edu, MP 2nd Floor, 410.455.2216) or Kerry Kidwell-Slak in The Shriver Center (kerryk@umbc.edu, PUP 1st Floor, 410.455.2493).

Please note that a strict No Show Policy is in effect for this event.

To complete your registration for this event, interested students must:

1) RSVP via UMBCworks

2) Complete the NICBR site registration at: http://web.ncifcrf.gov/events/nicbr/register.asp

3) Print out and sign the following statement and return it to the Shriver Center to the attention of Kerry Kidwell-Slak by April 21st.

No-Show Policy

___ By checking this box, I confirm that I will be attending the Education and Career Symposium on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 in conjunction with the annual NCI-Frederick and Fort Detrick Spring Research Festival.. There will be no charge to UMBC students to attend and/or to utilize the provided transportation. I understand that by registering and not attending I am preventing another UMBC student from participating, harming the reputation of the university and causing UMBC to incur monetary expenses.

I am aware that should I fail to attend this event without notifying the event organizer (Mike Bray, mbray@niaid.nih.gov) and Kerry Kidwell-Slak (kerryk@umbc.edu) by Monday, May 3, 2010, my UMBC student account will be charged a fee of $25 to cover the financial costs incurred.

Signed:

Printed Name:

February 21, 2010

Undergraduate Research & Creative Achievement Day & Undergraduate Research Award

The deadline to register for URCAD is Friday, February 26, 2010. The online registration is at
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URCAD/registration/

The deadline to register for an Undergraduate Research Award is March 3, 2010. Students can receive up to $1,500 to support their research at UMBC. The application can be found at
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/URA/forms.html

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Janet McGlynn at mcglynn@umbc.edu.

February 15, 2010

RESCHEDULED: How to get an internship with the Federal Government

Join the Shriver Center for a free webinar on how to make your resume and application for internships in the federal government stand out.

This webinar, a product of the Partnership’s Making the Difference Campaign, is for students interested in applying for internships for Summer 2010, as well as those advisors looking to assist their students in the federal internship application process. During this session, we will review how to apply for a federal position, including using USAJOBS.gov, analyzing job vacancy announcements, building federal resumes and writing KSAs.

When: Thursday, February 25 @ 4 pm (please plan to arrive a few minutes early)
Where: PUP 107
Who: Students in ALL majors

RSVP on UMBCworks or by emailing kerryk@umbc.edu.

Note: This is Part 2 of the series. If you are interested in the information presented in Part 1, please visit: https://app.e2ma.net/app/view:CampaignPublic/id:10104.100009814067/rid:802a3a2bd730dee9272c3513a82ff47c

For more information on the Partnership for Public Service, visit www.makingthedifference.org.

February 14, 2010

INROADS Summer 2010 Minority Leadership Intern Information Session

INROADS Info Session
MONDAY, February 22, 2010
Public Policy 204
12Noon to 1PM

To RSVP, email Felicia Pride, jnwachu@inroads.org. Questions? Contact the Greater Baltimore Washington office of INROADS at 410.918.1802 or The Shriver Center at UMBC.

INROADS, the 40-year-old organization who matches minority students with paid multi-year internships with the potential of full-time employment at top companies, has great internship opportunities for Summer 2010! We’re looking for talented students for internships with some of the major corporations in the area. Students must meet the following criteria:
- Freshman and Sophomore years students
- In all majors especially Business, Economics, Finance, Computer Science and all Engineering fields
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- U.S. Citizen and Permanent residents only

In addition to landing an internship, as part of INROADS, you’ll also receive personalized coaching from an INROADS Advisor, free tutoring and take part in a special networking event with corporate executives and career-minded peers.

Continue reading "INROADS Summer 2010 Minority Leadership Intern Information Session" »

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 5, 2010

SNOW DATE for Service-Learning Fair: 2/16, 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!

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.

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.

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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January 21, 2010

Need a Summer Internship? Visit T. Rowe Price w/The Shriver Center on February 12th

INSTEAD OF BRINGING THE COMPANIES TO CAMPUS, WE’RE TAKING YOU TO THE COMPANY!

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY FEBRUARY, 12th
11:15am - 3:30pm as they take you out to visit T. Rowe Price.

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Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship opportunities within Global Business Solutions,Technology, Document Publishing, and Finance.

TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 11:15 am.

REGISTRATION:
To register, send your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center, routzahn@umbc.edu

QUALIFICATIONS:
Student Qualifications for T. Rowe Price Include:
- 3.0 GPA and US Citizenship or Permanent Resident required
- Majoring in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Financial Economics, and Economics
- Interest in Information Technology, Data Systems, Business Analysis, Web Design, Graphics/Publications, or Accounting

AGENDA INCLUDES:
Tour of T. Rowe Price Investment Technology Data Center
Presentation on internship opportunities for Summer 2010
Lunch and Learn – Panel Discussion and Q&A with T. Rowe Price managers

December 3, 2009

Interested in Research, but Don’t Know How to Get Started?

Come to the undergraduate research consultation to learn how to get started in research on campus or find a summer research position. Information for all disciplines and students of all years.

Wednesday, December 9
12:00-1:00 pm in Sondheim Building, Room 105

For more information go to:
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/index.html

December 1, 2009

Relay for Life Kick-Off this Thursday 12/3

This Thursday on the Commons Main street there will a be a Relay for Life Kick-Off featuring cool entertainment from UMBC own Amber Spry, free PIZZA and GIVEAWAYS!

The kick-Off will start at 11am and will last till 2pm December 3rd.

Relay for Life is a non-profit community/university organization that raises money for those suffering from cancer and also to promote awareness of the disease. This will be UMBC's FIRST EVER Kick-Off event to promote the actual Relay event that will take place in the spring.
Learn more about relay and even have the opportunity to start your own team. Our goal for this year is 30 teams and $30,000. Join the cause and help us to surpass our goals for this year. It would be a shame if we didn't. So, show some initiative and sign-up! The all-night event will take place April 23rd.

Relay for Life Kick-Off this Thursday 12/3

This Thursday on the Commons Main street there will a be a Relay for Life Kick-Off featuring cool entertainment from UMBC own Amber Spry, free PIZZA and GIVEAWAYS!

The kick-Off will start at 11am and will last till 2pm December 3rd.

Relay for Life is a non-profit community/university organization that raises money for those suffering from cancer and also to promote awareness of the disease. This will be UMBC's FIRST EVER Kick-Off event to promote the actual Relay event that will take place in the spring.
Learn more about relay and even have the opportunity to start your own team. Our goal for this year is 30 teams and $30,000. Join the cause and help us to surpass our goals for this year. It would be a shame if we didn't. So, show some initiative and sign-up! The all-night event will take place April 23rd.

November 30, 2009

Annual Economic Update Presentation

Please join the RMA Chesapeake Chapter on December 10, 2009 for our Annual Economic Update presented by Anirban Basu, Chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc. Mr. Basu is one of the Mid-Atlantic region's most recognizable economists, and will provide valuable insights on the state of the economy and the outlook for the future.
• 2007 saw the mortgage world turned on its head by the sub-prime loan debacle.
• 2008 opened with $100 per barrel oil, gloomy leading economic indicators and falling stocks followed by the collapse of several major financial institutions.
• 2009 has shown hints of a recovery including a rebound in the equities market but overall conditions remain volatile and unemployment remains high.
• Will we see a turnaround in 2010?

Event Info
Date: December 10, 2009
Time: 8:30 am-10:30 am
Location: Bank of America
The Glass View Room
100 S. Charles St., 4th Floor
Baltimore, MD

Registration Fee (includes Continental Breakfast):
Seating is limited for this presentation so register early.
Students: $20
TO SIGN UP VISIT: http://www.rmahq.org/RMA/Chapters/Chesapeake/Events/annualeconupdate.htm

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November 9, 2009

CONSTELLATION ENERGY CORPORATE VISIBILITY DAY

CONSTELLATION ENERGY CORPORATE VISIBILITY DAY
(www.constellation.com)
Wednesday, November 11
11am - 2pm
Commons 331

Attn: CS, IS BTA, FIEC, ECON and Engineering students looking for full-time and internship* opportunities!

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
11am – 12noon: Constellation Trivia: A twist on the company overview. Come out to play & learn!

12noon – 1pm: Networking Lunch: Meet alumni & recruiters and get a sense of the Constellation culture.

1pm -- 2pm: All You Wanted to Know but Were Afraid to Ask: Get the inside tips on what recruiters and hiring managers want from those who make the calls and have seen success.

Don’t miss out on the employment and networking opportunities, targeted career skill information, free food, and give-aways at Constellation’s Corporate Visibility Day! Attend at any point during the day to learn more about their full-time and internship* positions. For more information, contact the Career Services Center (x5.22116, careers@umbc.edu, www.careers.umbc.edu).

Hosted by the Career Services Center. * Additional information on internships is available through The Shriver Center.

Please RSVP via the Events tab in UMBCworks.

PNC BANK CORPORATE VISIBILITY DAY

PNC BANK CORPORATE VISIBILITY DAY
(www.pnc.gov)
Wednesday, November 18
11am-2:30pm
Commons 331

Attn: CS, IS, CE, BTA and other students looking for internship* and
full-time opportunities!

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
11am - 12noon: PNC Trivia & Corporate Overview

12noon - 1pm: Networking Lunch

1pm – 2:30pm: Technical Presentation with Q&A

Don’t miss out on the employment and networking opportunities, targeted
career skill information, free food, and give-aways at PNC’s Corporate
Visibility Day! Attend at any point during the day to learn more about
their full-time and internship* positions. For more information, contact
the Career Services Center (x5.22116, careers@umbc.edu,
www.careers.umbc.edu).

Hosted by the Career Services Center. * Additional information on
internships is available through The Shriver Center.

Please RSVP via the Events tab in UMBCworks.

November 5, 2009

Defense Information Systems Career Fair, this weekend

DISA is hosting its first “Higher Education Career Fair" in cooperation with Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) from 10:00 to 4:00 on Saturday, November 7, 2009, at AACC’s “Arundel Mills Center.”

AACC at Arundel Mills
7009 Arundel Mills Circle
Hanover, MD 21076

DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY- MARYLAND HIGHER EDUCATION CAREER FAIR

DISA currently hiring for the following Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) Positions:

Code – 09-027JO
(Student Trainee) Computer Science, Computer & Electronics Engineer, Information Technology, Contract Specialist, Budget/Program/Management Analyst,
Grades range from GS-2/3/4 and GS-5

Location: Arlington & Falls Church, VA
These positions will be relocating to Ft. Meade, Maryland in 2010/2011

Key Highlights of the SCEP Program:

• Full-time or part-time work schedule
• Must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Must be enrolled in at least half time this semester (6
credits or more)
• Students may be converted to the Intern Program.

You may also speak to Managers and our HR Representatives that will be at the Maryland Higher Education Career Fair Saturday, November 07, 2009.

Be sure to bring a copy of your:

1. Resume
2. Fall 2009 transcript.
3. (If you are former military) DD-214 submit an SF-15 if applicable.

To learn more about DISA, please go to www.disa.mil
and
http://www.disa.mil/careers/entry_level/index.html

DISA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
U.S. Citizenship Required

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.

October 22, 2009

Interested in Research, but Don’t Know How to Get Started?

Come to the undergraduate research consultation to learn how to get started in research on campus or find a summer research position. Information for all disciplines and students of all years.

Monday, November 16 12:00-1:00 pm in Academic Building IV Room 007

For more information go to:
http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research/index.html

BIG HUGE GAMES OPEN HOUSE!!

Big Huge Games is pleased to invite Art and Animation students from local colleges and universities to our Fall 2009 Art Open House. The event will be held on Thursday, November 5th from 6-9pm at our studio in Timonium, MD. Join us for a tour that includes free food and plenty of game art creation demos. In addition, Big Huge Artists will be available for student portfolio reviews and feedback. Portfolio reviews will be first come, first serve. We kindly ask that you RSVP to RSVP@bighugegames.com or to our FACEBOOK event page by Nov. 4th. In your RSVP please note if you'd like to reserve a portfolio review slot and specify your primary area of interest (concept, character, UI design, environment, animation, modeling, texturing, etc...). Review sessions are limited and during past Open Houses have filled up quickly.

Founded in 2000, Big Huge Games has created a fun and focused environment where teams of artists, programmers, and designers work cooperatively to craft the next generation of critically acclaimed and commercially successful video games. We're currently developing a yet-to-be-announced console RPG driven by artistic visionary Todd MacFarlane, Oblivion Lead Designer Ken Rolston, and renowned fantasy author RA Salvatore. For more info check us out at www.bighugegames.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

Big Huge Games
1954 Greenspring Drive
Suite 520
Timonium MD, 21093
Click here for driving directions

Additional questions or comments can be directed to RSVP@bighugegames.com

October 21, 2009

DO WHAT YOU LOVE- Entrepreneur Speaker Series

October 26, 2009
12 - 1 p.m. • UC 310
Presenter: Crystal Moll, Fine Artist

Crystal Moll is a fine artist. For the past 20+ years she has been using the neighborhoods of Baltimore as the subjects for most of her painting. While in college, her studies included both Fine and Professional arts. She wanted to learn how to paint, but was always concerned with the need to earn a living. During her studies and after, she ran an advertising design studio in Philadelphia.Her fine art studies helped her become a better designer and once she became
a full time painter, her advertising skills were used to promote her fine art endeavors. Unlike many artists, Crystal chooses to "represent" herself for the most part, maintaining control over all facets of her business.

She believes the more tools in the tool box the better. Come listen to her discuss her entrepreneurial journey and the importance of taking advantage of educational, personal and professional support.

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 19, 2009

Internships in DC, London and Australia through The Washington Center

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars - www.twc.edu

Andrea Barron will host an open information session to inform UMBC students of all majors about unique academic internship opportunities in Washington, D.C., London and Australia. The session will be held on Thursday,October 22 from 12-1 in the Shriver Center's Large Conference Room (PUP 107).

The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (www.twc.edu) offers college and university students and recent graduates the opportunity to intern full-time and earn academic credit in Washington, D.C., London and Australia. We offer hundreds of internships and numerous courses year-round, fall, spring, and summer semester/quarter, for students of ALL majors. Interns are provided with fully-furnished apartments throughout Northern Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland (as well as in London and Australia). Participants may intern at such prestigious agencies as The White House, CNN, PBS, Amnesty International, Department of Defense, The Smithsonian, US Attorney's Office, Red Cross, Merrill Lynch, The National Institutes of Health, the EPA, and hundreds more. Interns also complete an academic course (selected from over 40 offered) and participate in a variety of career and professional programming and other activities through our Leadership Forum.

The Washington Center has a strong affiliation with UMBC and many students participate in our program every semester/quarter. Attend our information session and discover the life-changing experiences that your fellow classmates have had.

We hope to see you at our information session on October 22, 2009. Thank you.

See some more info below after the jump!

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October 2, 2009

THIS TUESDAY - Xerox Summer Intern & Full-time Information Session

Xerox (http://www.xeroxcareers.com/) would like to invite you to attend their intern and full-time information session that is being held this Tuesday at UMBC. Paid summer internships along with full-time opportunities will be shared. More info below along with a link to their handout.

Xerox Corporation Summer Intern & Full-time Information Session
THIS Tuesday, October 6th
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
ITE 456

FREE PIZZA AND BEVERAGES- BRING YOUR RESUME

Xerox is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute to their team for both summer intern and full-time positions. Specific majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Accounting, Finance, etc.

A current sample of INTERN positions posted on UMBCworks includes chemical engineers, chemist, database developer, finance analyst, industrial engineer, accounting intern, hr intern, software engineer, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, etc.

Xerox Corporation is a global, Fortune 500, 16 billion dollar technology company that offers a broad portfolio of systems, solutions, and services in the document industry. Products range from award winning fax, scanners, printers, and copiers for small and medium sized offices to high-end production printing systems to an array of software and consulting solutions.

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

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 21, 2009

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn on Research - Monday, 9/28

Monday, September 28th
12:00 to 1pm
Commons 331

Interested in an internship or career in research?

Meet professional researchers from a wide range of disciplines and learn the steps you should be taking now to get ahead of the competition. Panelists will also discuss opportunities for student research with their organizations.

Refreshments and snacks will be provided.

SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Patricia Ball, R.N., C.M.S., Study Manager/Sr. Research Nurse
Maryland Psyciatric Research Center

Jessica Debolt, Clinical Research Assistant
Clinical Insights

Erle Ellis, Ph. D., Associate Professor
UMBC Dept. of Geography and Environmental Systems

Jabez McClelland, Ph. D., Group Leader
CNST Electron Physics Group, NIST

Mick Needham, Research Program Manager
Center for Learning and Health, Johns Hopkins University

Lauren Schiszik, Archaeologist and Intern Coordinator
Anne Arundel County's Lost Towns Project

If you have any questions, please connect with The Shriver Center

September 16, 2009

Entrepreneur Speaker Series

September 30, 2009, 5 - 6 p.m. • UC 310
Guest Speaker:
Kathryn Freeland, Founder and CEO
Freeland and Associates, LLC
and Author, Navigating Your Way to Business Success: An Entrepreneur’s Journey

Kathryn Freeland went from having a 9 to 5 job to realizing the empowerment that
comes from being your own boss. She is a serial entrepreneur and author of Navigating
Your Way to Business Success: An Entrepreneur's Journey.

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US Department of State- Intern & Full-time Info Session

INTERNSHIP AND FULL-TIME INFORMATION SESSION
US DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Wednesday, September 23rd, 12:00 TO 1:00 PM
Commons 331

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)

Undergraduate Research Consultation on Monday 9/21 @ Noon

Interested in doing research, but don't know how to get started?

Want to know what you can and should be doing NOW to make sure you have a great opportunity lined up for SUMMER 2010?

Stop by the Undergraduate Research Consultation hosted by Janet McGlynn and the Office of Undergraduate Education on Monday, September 21st from Noon-1 pm in the Administration Bldg, Room 911.

All majors welcome!

For more information, go to: http://www.umbc.edu/undergrad_ed/research

Go on the Road to GE Healthcare with the Shriver Center

Join the Shriver Center as we visit GE Healthcare to learn about opportunities in the medical device development, operations and supply chain management fields.

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

On FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30th from 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., you are invited to go on the road to visit GE Healthcare. Take a tour of the facility and hear about opportunities within the Engineering and Operations departments.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Registration will close on October 18th. Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 1:30 p.m.

Majors: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Business Technology Administration, and Information Systems

To register for this tour, contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak at The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 or kerryk@umbc.edu.

You may also register under the events tab in UMBCworks. Click on "Events" and then search "Workshops" to locate the GE Healthcare site visit.

Space is limited - register TODAY!

September 11, 2009

Blood Drive 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 8, 2009

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

Two Sessions Available- 9/16 and 9/17
12:00 to 1:00 PM
Shriver Center Conference Room, Public Policy 107

Do you have an interview coming up for an internship, co-op, or research position 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.

Useful handouts will be provided.

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!

Find an Internship, Co-op or Research experience with the Shriver Center at UMBC

Last year the Shriver Center helped UMBC students find over 1300 internship, co-op and research positions. Will this be the year that you find one too?

Are you looking for a way to gain experience in your major, earn some money, and possibly even obtain upper level credits?

The Shriver Center can help!

Visit us on the 1st floor of the Public Policy Building or call 410-455-2493 to schedule an appointment with a coordinator who specializes in assisting students in your major. During your first appointment, we will review your resume, help you edit it to ensure that you are marketing yourself competitively, and provide you with a brief introduction to UMBCworks – our exclusive job database and search engine.

If you already have an internship, co-op or research position for this Fall and you want to find out how you can get a transcript notation or academic credit to recognize your hard work, simply call our office at 410-455-2493 to set up a brief appointment to register your placement. Both on- and off-campus positions are eligible for these benefits.

For more information on how the Shriver Center can help YOU, visit our website at http://shrivercenter.umbc.edu/student_howdoigetstarted.html or stop by during walk-in hours, September 8-10, from 9 am - 4 pm. If you come to walk-ins, please be sure to upload your resume to UMBCworks ahead of time or bring an electronic copy with you.

July 10, 2009

Interested in internships or a career with the Federal Government?

Then attend the Public Service Career and Internship Fair!

The Partnership for Public Service will be hosting its annual Public Service Career and Internship Fair on July 16, 2009 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at the National Building Museum. This year's fair will bring together 75 federal agencies as well as students and young professionals to promote government career and internship opportunities. Please note: Job seekers are encouraged to register in advance to attend the event.

For more details and to register visit: http://ourpublicservice.org/careerfair

May 1, 2009

Public Service Recognition Week

Come visit the National Mall May 7-10 for the 25^th annual Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) celebration! The Department of Labor, Office of Personnel Management and many other agencies will present interactive exhibits that demonstrate the broad range of government programs and services. See first- hand what it is like to work in the federal government and talk with current employees about their work!

Friday, May 8, 2009 is Students' Day ,and we are pleased to announce that Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, will give opening remarks. Students from all over the area are invited to attend and learn about exciting job opportunities in the federal government!

MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND AT: http://www.ourpublicservice.org/OPS/

April 24, 2009

12 SIMPLE WAYS TO SHIFT YOUR INTERNSHIP INTO HIGH GEAR- PART II

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

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

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

April 22, 2009

RESEARCH CAREERS AND INTERNSHIPS AT IBM

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

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

April 20, 2009

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION CAREER DAY

SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION CAREER DAY

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

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

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

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

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

Cosponsored by The Shriver Center and Career Services Center.

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 25, 2009

Entrepreneurship Speaker Series on this Monday at Noon

Monday, March 30, 2009
12 - 1 p.m. • UC 312
Guest Speaker: Jeannie L. Howe, President, BayCliff Associates, Inc.

Nonprofit organizations rely on community support to pursue their missions, but not all of those “resources” are tapped through traditional fundraising. Ingenious partnerships and collaborations can more fully engage constituents and provide a critical source of visibility, in-kind donations, and good will. An entrepreneurial leader in the nonprofit sector must, particularly in times of great competition and need, create innovative avenues of support that will help further the organization’s mission.

Building on more than 20 years in leadership positions with nonprofit organizations, Ms. Howe founded BayCliff Associates in 2008. As a mission and results-driven executive, she has developed and secured funding for new initiatives including the creation of “signature events,”
cause-related marketing programs, marketing and public relations tools, and campaigns to raise program and unrestricted support. She is skilled in engaging key constituents and celebrities in organizational activities including marketing campaigns and national legislative
initiatives.

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 19, 2009

Apply for the Accenture Technology Solutions Women's Networking Forum

Accenture Office in Reston, Virginia
Thursday, March 26, 2009
10:00am to 3:00pm

Accenture Technology Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture, a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. At Accenture Technology Solutions we focus on delivering deep IT expertise for client projects. As more women choose careers in business and technology, we have created unique programs to support women in their career development and progression.

That's why we are hosting the Accenture Technology Solutions Women's Networking Forum for female students in the Washington, DC area who are pursuing technology degrees.

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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!

FBI Information Session this MONDAY

Monday, March 23rd, 5PM, Commons 331

Meet with a local FBI recruiter to learn more about their full-time career and internship opportunities. Please RSVP via the Events tab in UMBCworks.

FBI employees are responsible for protecting and defending the United States against terrorists and spies; upholding and enforcing the criminal laws of the United States; and providing leadership and criminal justice services to our international, federal, state, and local partners. If these missions appeal to you, then you should consider joining the FBI team.

The FBI recruits at all levels (undergraduate, graduate, experienced professionals) and hires individuals with a wide variety of educational and professional backgrounds. In addition to current job postings for full-time positions, the FBI offer a number of Internship Programs for undergraduate and graduate students interested in internship opportunities. The FBI also participates in the Presidential Management Fellows Program, the Visiting Scientist Program and the Future Agents in Training Program.

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!

March 5, 2009

Dress for Success Workshop

March 13, 2009
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Jos. A. Bank Clothiers
Kenilworth Mall, Towson

Join the Young Professionals Committee for “Dress for Success,” featuring your young professionals modeling clothing from Jos. A. Bank and women’s fashions from Pendleton.
After the runway show, you could win Jos. A. Bank merchandise and receive 50% off all purchases!
Please register for this free event at
www.baltcountycc.com

Featuring Chamber President and CEO, Keith Scott on the runway!

February 23, 2009

MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FELLOWS PROGRAM

Deadline: Monday, March 16th
$3,500 stipend
Website: www.shrivercenter.org/mdot
The Maryland Department of Transportation Fellows Internship Program is designed to introduce Maryland's most promising college students to the rewards and challenges of working within Maryland's integrated transportation system. During the summer, interns are placed in senior-level assignments in one of MDOT's integrated system of agencies. Then during the subsequent fall or spring semesters, students participate in a part-time internship in one of MDOT's agencies. The MDOT Fellows Internship Program is offered by The Shriver Center in partnership with the Office of the Secretary of Transportation.

February 15, 2009

12 Simple Ways to Jumpstart your Internship: Shriver Center Workshop Part I

Monday, February 23, 2009
Noon to 1PM
Commons 331

This workshop will run for one hour and is interactive, engaging, and fun. Attendees will participate in activities designed to help them make the best impression on the job. Attendees will learn about "What Employers Will Expect and How You Can Make a Great Impression."

Workshop materials will be given for FREE and include copies of JUMPSTART YOU JOB: 12 SIMPLE WAYS TO SHIFT YOUR CAREER INTO HIGH GEAR.

SPECIAL NOTE: This workshop is RESERVED for students who are enrolled in the Shriver Center's Intern, co-op, or research practicum.

RSVP on UMBCworks or e-mail Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center.

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 basic interview help?

Participate in The Shriver Center's hour long Intern and Co-op Interview Seminar!

9/17, noon to 1pm, Shriver Center 1st Fl Public Policy

- 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.

RSVP to Shirely Carrington at The Shriver Center (shirleyc@umbc.edu)

February 14, 2009

Social Security Administration Seeks Paid Interns- Info Session 2/23

Why wait until you've graduated to get started on your career path? Get a head start on your career at the Social Security Administration (SSA). Gain insight from on-the-job experience that even the best classes couldn't provide.

Intern Info Session
Monday, February 23rd
Noon to 1PM
UC 310

Also the positions below are on UMBCworks- Apply by February 16th for an on campus interview

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US DEPARTMENT OF STATE INFO SESSION THIS WEDNESDAY

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 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)

HEY GENIUS, WE WANT YOU- MICROSOFT INTERN INFO SESSION

MICROSOFT INTERN INFORMATION SESSION
Date:Thursday, February 12, 2009
Location: ITE 456
Time: 6pm

Hear about our internship opportunities and why Microsoft is a great place to start your career!
What are we doing? Why do we need your help?

Bring your resume to enter a raffle for the chance to win great prizes and free food!

For more information visit- www.microsoft.com/college

February 4, 2009

Internship Open House at Rams Head Live!

Rams Head Live is hosting an Internship Open House on Friday, February 13th for prospective intern applicants. The event begins at 9:00am at Rams Head Live. Rams Head staff will be conducting brief interviews with all candidates who attend! Students should bring an updated resume and their iPod, if owned. Students will also be expected to demonstrate an adept knowledge of and enthusiasm for live music.

Potential internships will involve (but are not limited to):

- University based show promotion
- Flyering and postering
- Local radio and newspaper liaison responsibilities
- Email collection
- In-venue promotions at Rams Head Live shows
- Festival booth operation
- Blogging and social networking
- Street Teaming

All attendees of the Rams Head Live Internship Open House will receive free entry to the Dave Matthew's Band Tribute Show on Saturday, February 14th at Rams Head Live.

Rams Head Live is located in Baltimore's Power Plant Live at 20 Market Place.

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

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 22, 2009

CMSC and CMPE students, visit Raytheon Solipsys

VISIT RAYTHEON SOLIPSYS TO LEARN ABOUT INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, February 27th

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

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, February 27th from 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. as they take you out to visit Raytheon Solipsys. Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship and future career opportunities within the company.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 11:00 a.m.

Student qualifications for Raytheon Solipsys visit include U.S. Citizenship.

Majors: Computer Science, IS, Computer Engineering, Math, or Finance are strongly encouraged to register.

To register for this tour, contact Casey Miller at The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 or cmille1@umbc.edu.

You may also register under the events tab in UMBCworks. Click on "Events" and then search "Workshops" under the Shriver Center to locate the Raytheon Solipsys site visit. Space is limited!

January 20, 2009

Visit Erickson Retirement Communities with The Shriver Center!

If you've ever considered working at Erickson Retirement Communities, this event is a MUST! Only 15 students will get the opportunity to get an on-site tour and mini-introduction to Erickson on Friday, February 13, 2009. This tour is FREE and open to students with and interest/skills in IT, Healthcare, marketing and design. Transportation will be provided!

More details and info on how to RSVP after the break...

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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!

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 14, 2008

Lunch and Learn: Communications - THIS Monday, November 17 @ Noon!

Monday, November 17, 2008 - Commons 331
Noon to 1PM

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career and internship advice from industry experts in the field of Communications.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leading organizations such as The Baltimore Sun, The Baltimore Examiner, City Paper, Profiles Public Relations and the Governor's Press Office

For more information, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493.

Panelists include:

Amy Burke, Senior Account Manager
Profiles Public Relations

Anna Ditkoff, Special Projects Editor
Baltimore City Paper

Christine Hansen, Deputy Press Secretary
Office of the Governor

Stephen Janis, Staff Writer
The Baltimore Examiner

Nina Smith, Press Aide
Office of the Governor

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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From Bench to Business: Biotech Career Opportunities

What does it take to start or advance a career in the biotechnology field?
What career options go beyond the research bench? What kinds of
biotechnology jobs are in demand now and into the future?

From Bench to Business: Biotech Career Opportunities
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
6 – 8 p.m.
UMBC Tech Incubator

Light refreshments to be provided

Come listen to our expert panelists discuss these questions and more.

Moderator
Ravindar Dhallan, M.D., Ph.D., CEO of Ravgen

Panelists
Fred Provorny, Esq.
Center for New Technology Enterprise
Founder & Director

Anthony Lubiniecki, Ph.D.
Centocor
Vice President, Upstream Drug Substance
Development & Technology Management

Keith Webber, Ph.D.
Center for Drug Evaluation & Research, FDA
Deputy Director, Office of Pharmaceutical Science

John Finkbohner, Ph.D.
MedImmune
Director, Regulatory Affairs/Vaccines

Nadine Ritter, Ph.D.
Biologics Consulting Group, Inc.
Senior Consultant

Antonio Moreira, Ph.D.
UMBC
Vice Provost, Academic Affairs
Professor, Chemical & Biochemical Engineering


Sponsored by UMBC's Biotechnology Graduate Programs

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 30, 2008

Constellation Energy On Campus - Wed. November 5!

CONSTELLATION ENERGY GROUP CORPORATE VISIBILITY DAY
(www.constellation.com)
Wednesday, November 5
11am-2:30pm
Commons 331

Attn: MENG, ENCH, IS, ECON, FIEC, BTA, and CS students looking for full-time and internship * opportunities!

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES:
11am – 12noon: Meet/Greet

12noon - 1pm: Free Lunch and Corporate Presentation by Anita Jackson (Economic Development Director at Constellation and Former President of the UMBC Alumni Association)

1 - 2pm: Tips for a Successful Job Search in a Difficult Economy

2 - 2:30pm: Q&A and Additional Mix and Mingle

Don’t miss out on the employment and networking opportunities, targeted career skill information, free food, and give-aways at Constellation’s Corporate Visibility Day! Come and go as you need to and bring your resume! For more information, contact the Career Services Center (x5.22116, careers@umbc.edu, www.careers.umbc.edu).

Hosted by the Career Services Center. * Additional information on internships is available through The Shriver Center.

Please RSVP via the Events tab in UMBCworks.

October 25, 2008

DISA AND DLLR CAREER INFORMATION EXPO

The first in a series of special events to highlight federal job opportunities with the Defense Information Systems Agency is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sheraton Baltimore Washington Airport Hotel in Linthicum, MD.

http://www.disa.mil/conferences/disa_dllr_expo.html

U.S. citizens can learn about future employment and career opportunities with DISA as it prepares to move to Ft. Meade, MD starting in October 2010 under the Base Realignment and Closure Act.

This event, along with others DISA and the Maryland Department of Labor, License and Regulation (DLLR) will host at different locations throughout Maryland, will focus on:

DISA 101
- Discover the varied career fields, employee benefits and Quality of Work Life programs that make DISA the "Employer of Choice" for your future career.
- The Security Clearance Challenge-How Your Past Affects Your Future
- Understanding the government's clearance process and how events from the past may affect your ability to get a security clearance.
- The Art of Resume Writing
- Learn effective techniques for building a successful Government resume.
- The DISA Education Advantage: "If knowledge is power, power is DISA..."
Discover how DISA's Career and Leadership Development Programs can benefit you.

Entrepreneurship Speaker Series - Wednesday, October 29,

ANNOUNCING:
Entrepreneurship Speaker Series
Wednesday, October 29, 12:00 - 1:00pm
Meyerhoff/Chemistry Bldg, Room 120.
Come listen to entrepreneur Dr. Peter Kissinger, Founder, Bioanalytical Systems, Inc. and
Founder, Phlebotics, Inc. talk about the "New Life Science Ecosystem".
Every technical worker must learn to think in new entrepreneurial ways and
develop skills that can accommodate rapid changes in direction. There are
many problems to solve and many opportunities for entrepreneurship.
Come learn more!

October 24, 2008

Open House at Big Huge Games!

Attention all aspiring video game designers and artists! Big Huge Games is holding an Open House on Monday evening at their facility in Hunt Valley! Students will have the opportunity to talk to artists and designers, tour the facility and even have your portfolio reviewed all while eating free food! This is a fantastic opportunity if you're interested in the gaming industry.

Big Huge Games Open House
Monday, October 27th, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
If interested, RSVP via email to RSVP@bighugegames.com TODAY!
Make sure to note if you'd like to reserve a portfolio review slot.
Once you RSVP, further instructions will come to you.

October 21, 2008

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn: Healthcare, October 27th, 12 noon, Commons 331

Get a jump start on internship and career opportunities within the Healthcare Industries.

Monday, October 27th
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.

Obtaining career advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship or job in the healthcare field. The panelists listed below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available along with any full-time opportunities.

Panelists will include representatives from the following organizations:

Erickson Retirement Community

GE Healthcare

Spring Grove Hospital Center

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED!

If you have any questions, please contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak at The Shriver Center (kerryk@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493).

October 20, 2008

5 More Slots Open- T. Rowe Price Intern Fieldtrip

VISIT T. ROWE PRICE TO LEARN ABOUT SUMMER 2009 INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, November 14th

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

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, November 14th from 11:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. as they take you out to visit T. Rowe Price. Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship and future career opportunities within the Electronic Publishing and IT Department.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 11:15 a.m.

Student qualifications for T. Rowe Price visit include a 3.0 GPA and Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.

Majors: Computer Science, IS, Computer Engineering, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Communications. Students with interest in IT, help desk support, data systems, web design, graphics or publications are strongly encouraged to register.

To register for this tour, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 or routzahn@umbc.edu.

You may also register under the events tab in UMBCworks. Click on "Events" and then search "Workshops" under the Shriver Center to locate the T. Rowe Price site visit. Space is limited!

Agenda includes: Tour of T. Rowe Price Investment Center Technology Operations, Presentation on Internship Opportunities for Summer, 2009, AND Lunch and Learn - Panel discussion and Q&A with:
- Bill Elliott, Enterprise Security, Systems Lead
- Bethany Meyer, Web Developer & CWIT Alumni
- Keith Ransom, Programmer Analyst – Institutional, UMBC and NSBE Alumni

Get on the road to your future now! Space is limited!

October 16, 2008

UMBC Bone Marrow Registration: 11-11-08, Commons Main Street, 8AM-8PM

Come out to register on 11-11-08. Registering only involves swabbing your
cheek cells. 10 min of your time. No commitment. Be registered for life
to save people suffering from leukemia and lymphoma, people like Dr. Smith
of the Music Department who will be getting his life-saving Bone Marrow
Transplant on 11-3-08. And no, donating isn't that bad. The most common
way of donating is by giving blood.

Check out http://www.marrow.org/

And FREE FOOD!

October 14, 2008

An Evening with "Ace of Cakes" Duff Goldman '97

An Evening with Duff Goldman '97
Library Gallery, November 20, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Students are invited to join alumni at a dessert reception featuring celebrity pastry chef Duff Goldman, UMBC Class of 1997, owner of Charm City Cakes and star of the Food Network's "Ace of Cakes." In what promises to be a lively and entertaining discussion, Duff will answer questions from alumni and students about what it takes to run a successful business and how his experiences at UMBC set him on the path to his career as a premier pastry chef and entrepreneur. This Entrepreneurship Week event is sponsored by the Alumni Association and will also give students the opportunity to network with alumni. Registration is required and is being handled on a first come-first-served basis, as seating is limited. To register, go to
http://retrievernet.umbc.edu/chefduff

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 5, 2008

Shriver Center on the Road: Visit T. Rowe Price

VISIT T. ROWE PRICE TO LEARN ABOUT SUMMER 2009 INTERN POSITIONS on FRIDAY, November 14th

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

Join your Shriver Center internship coordinators on FRIDAY, November 14th from 11:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. as they take you out to visit T. Rowe Price. Take a tour of the facility and hear about internship and future career opportunities within the Electronic Publishing and IT Department.

Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required. You will receive confirmation of your registration prior to the trip date. Space is limited, so register early! Vans will leave the Shriver Center promptly at 11:15 a.m.

Student qualifications for T. Rowe Price visit include a 3.0 GPA and Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.

Majors: Computer Science, IS, Computer Engineering, Visual Arts, Graphic Design, Communications. Students with interest in IT, help desk support, data systems, web design, graphics or publications are strongly encouraged to register.

To register for this tour, contact Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493 or routzahn@umbc.edu.

You may also register under the events tab in UMBCworks. Click on "Events" and then search "Workshops" under the Shriver Center to locate the T. Rowe Price site visit. Space is limited!

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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 28, 2008

Xerox Corporation Summer Intern & Full-time Information Session

THIS Tuesday, September 30th
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Commons 331

FREE PIZZA AND BEVERAGES- BRING YOUR RESUME

Xerox is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute to their team for both summer intern and full-time positions. Specific majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Accounting, Finance, etc.

Xerox Corporation is a global, Fortune 500, 16 billion dollar technology company that offers a broad portfolio of systems, solutions, and services in the document industry. Products range from award winning fax, scanners, printers, and copiers for small and medium sized offices to high-end production printing systems to an array of software and consulting solutions.

September 24, 2008

Shriver Center Lunch & Learn: Chemical & Pharmaceutical, Sept. 29, 12 Noon, Commons 331

Get a jump start on internship and career opportunities within the Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Chemical Engineering Industries.

Monday, September 29th
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.

Obtaining career advice from industry experts and learn how to get an internship or job in the areas of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Pharmaceuticals. The panelists listed below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available along with any full-time opportunities.

Hear from the following panelists:
Ken Guttman (UMBC '97)
Gannett Fleming
www.gannettfleming.com

Chikwerendu Imo (UMBC '06)
Dupont Chemical
www.dupont.com

Curt Miller
EA Engineering, Science and Technology
www.eaest.com

Amy Robinson
Baxter BioScience
www.baxter.com

Lauren Nordeck (UMBC '07)
W. R. Grace
www.grace.com

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED!

If you have any questions, please contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak at The Shriver Center (kerryk@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493).

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 15, 2008

Shriver Center Lunch and Learn: Finance - Sept. 22, Noon, Commons 331

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

Monday, September 22nd
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 Finance. The representatives below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available along with any full-time opportunities.

Hear from the following panelists:
Barbara Wallace
PNC Financial
www.pnc.com

John Barnes
Smith Barney
www.fc.smithbarney.com/johnbarnes

Eric Schwartz
PNC Financial
www.pnc.com

Zach Wood
T. Rowe Price
www.troweprice.com

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED!

If you have any questions, please contact Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center (moettel@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493).

September 12, 2008

ENTREPRENEURSHIP SPEAKER SERIES

ENTREPRENEURSHIP SPEAKER SERIES -
September 29, 12:00-1:00pm, University Center, Room 310.
Presenter: Dwayne Robinson, President and CEO, Vision Systems & Technology, Inc.

Did you know that small businesses employ 40% of high technology workers and over the last 10 years, account for 60 - 80% of the net employment growth in the US? But most startups fail within the first few years. WHY? Come listen to Dwayne discuss his personal and professional
experience and offer some practical approaches for the creation and sustainment of a successful technological services company. VSTI is located in Columbia, Maryland.

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 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.

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.

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 basic interview help?

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

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

Useful handouts will be provided.

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April 4, 2008

Social and Economic Research Company Information Session- Impaq International

Learn more about various Intern Positions available at IMPAQ International http://www.impaquint.com

WEDNESDAY, April 9th
Noon to 1:00 PM
Public Policy - Shriver Center Conference Room PUB 107

IMPAQ International, located in Columbia, MD is a woman-owned growing and dynamic social/economic research organization providing high-quality research and impact evaluation services, policy analysis and technical assistance for US and international government agencies. IMPAQ specializes in designing and implementing research projects to evaluate the effectiveness and cost/benefit of social programs.

For more information, please e-mail, Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center (routzahn@umbc.edu)

March 5, 2008

Visit Southwest Airlines with The Shriver Center!

If you want to intern or work full time for FORTUNE magazine’s fifth most admired company, an organization on Forbes magazine’s Platinum List of Transportation companies and one of BusinessWeek magazine’s 50 Best Places to Launch a career, then Southwest Airlines is the place for you!

On Friday, March 14th at 11:30am, come join UMBC’s Shriver Center to embark on a trip to learn more about various PAID internship and full time positions at an organization that is fun, fast-paced, PAYS WELL and is focused on your growth as an employee – Southwest! This is not your ordinary information session; this time we're taking you to the company!

Hear about the organization, learn about opportunities within Southwest and get a behind the scenes tour of the airline's operations at BWI Airport!

If interested, e-mail Mike Oettel at The Shriver Center at moettel@umbc.edu ASAP with questions and in order to get a spot on the van. ALL interested students are encouraged to attend, regardless of your major!

For specific details, continue reading below...

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February 28, 2008

Cashing in on Internships

Monday, March 3rd
Commons 327
Noon to 1:00 PM
Presented by the Shriver Center

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!

February 14, 2008

Shriver Center on the Road: Visit National Aqarium in Baltimore

If you want to intern for an organization that is fun, fast-paced and focused on preserving earth's aquatic treasures, then the National Aquarium in Baltimore is the place for you!

Come join the Shriver Center at UMBC to embark on a trip to learn more about various volunteer intern positions at the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

Date: Friday, February 29th, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Free van transportation leaves the Shriver Center (1st fl of Public Policy) at 12:15 pm. Only 15 spots are open- registration required.

If interested, e-mail your resume to Christine Routzahn at The Shriver Center at routzahn@umbc.edu by Wednesday, February 20th. Interested rising juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend.

Volunteer intern positions available in Animal Programs, Aquarist, Aviculture, Community Affairs, Conservation, Conservation Education, Development, External Affairs, Herpetology, Horticulture, Marketing, Marine Animal Rescue Program, Marine Mammal Training, Media Relations, Publications, and Visual Productions. More information available at: http://www.aqua.org/students_interndescriptions.html


February 8, 2008

Visit Big Huge Games

Interested in creating video games? Why not visit a video game company to learn more? On March 7th the Shriver Center will be traveling to Big Huge Games in Timonium, Maryland from 11:15 until 3. Only about 15 spots are available, and interested students need to submit their resumes in advance. Big Huge Games will extend invitation based on resumes. Students interested in programming and/or art are encouraged to apply. Email Casey Miller at cmille1 at umbc dot edu for more info.

February 7, 2008

Lockheed Martin is Coming to Campus MONDAY and Looking for INTERNS!

LOCKHEED MARTIN is looking for INTERNS!!

Come meet representatives on campus Monday, February 11th!

You Can begin your future at…
www.lockheedmartin.com/careers.

Lockheed Martin offers the opportunity to work on teams of highly skilled professionals to solve some of the most challenging and exciting engineering, information systems, and software development problems in the world. In our highly competitive, high technology, world-wide marketplace, we are looking for college interns ready to reach the pinnacle of technology in the areas of IT and Computer Science.

Computer Science/IT Internship Information Session

Monday February 11th 12 - 1 pm @ Commons RM 331

Bring a copy of your resume! Pizza will be provided!

For more information, contact Monique Armstrong at moniquea@umbc.edu or The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493.

February 1, 2008

Visit T. Rowe Price with The Shriver Center on The Road!

If you've ever considered interning at T. Rowe Price, then this event is a MUST! Only 15 students will get the opportunity to get an on-site tour and mini-introduction to work at T. Rowe Price on Friday, February 22, 2008. This tour is FREE and open to students majoring in IT and Creative majors (i.e., IS, Computer Science, Visual Arts, Graphic Design and Communications) with a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. Transportation will be provided!

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Lockheed Martin On Campus

You Can begin your future at…
www.lockheedmartin.com/careers
Lockheed Martin offers the opportunity to work on teams of highly skilled professionals to solve some of the most challenging and exciting engineering, information systems, and software development problems in the world. In our highly competitive, high technology, world-wide marketplace, we are looking for college interns ready to reach the pinnacle of technology in the areas of IT and Computer Science.

COME SEE US ON CAMPUS SOON!
CS\IT Internship Information Session:
02/11/08 12pm @ Commons RM 331

Ranked #1 ranked by undergraduate engineering students as their most "ideal" employer 2007 Universum Ideal Employer Survey.
Ranked #2 by Business Week as the Number 2 company in terms of “Best Places to Launch a Career”.

January 29, 2008

Microsoft Meet the Company & UMBC's Microsoft Recruiter!

Tuesday, February 5th 4:30pm - 6pm
Commons 331

Imagine having the resources to impact tomorrow's reality today - and having fun while you do it. That's Microsoft. People here love their work because they get to think big and dream big. Right now we're looking for the next generation of Microsoft innovators. If you have talent and a passion for technology, this could be your big moment. Come find out more about our Fulltime and Internship opportunities and the area of Seattle!

Bring your resume and enter for a chance to win great prizes.
Come with questions.
We will be providing pizza!

January 25, 2008

Summer Part-time Job & Internship Fair

Wednesday, February 13, 2008
12 pm-4 pm
UMBC UC 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!

Shriver Center on the Road Series- Visit where you want to intern, Meet with companies interested in hiring you!

The Shriver Center on the Road
Visit where you want to intern, Meet with companies interested in hiring you!

Instead of bringing the companies to campus, we’re taking you to the company! Join your internship coordinator as they take you out to visit some of the most recognizable companies in the area. Take a tour of the facility, hear about internship and future career opportunities and more. Transportation is provided, but an RSVP is required.
Visits take place on Friday afternoons.

Companies include T. Rowe Price (2/22), National Aquarium in Baltimore (2/29), Big Huge Games (3/7), Southwest Airlines (3/14), Constellation Energy (3/28), Advertising.com (4/4), CMS (4/11), Kop-Flex (4/18), and PNC (4/25).

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

Thursday, February 7th, Noon to 1pm at The Shriver Center (1st fl of Public Policy)
Wednesday, February 13th, Noon to 1pm at The Shriver Center

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.

Useful handouts will be provided.

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Shriver Center Spring & Summer Kick-Off: Walk-In Hours

Looking for an internship 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 ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Tuesday, January 29th to Thursday, January 31st for the Spring and Summer 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!

November 1, 2007

Lunch and Learn: Game Design, Animation, Modeling, and Simulation

Want to learn more about the video game industry? Interested in a career in gaming, animation, modeling, or simulation? Come listen to a panel of experts talk about their experiences in the video game industry.

Representatives will be visiting from Firaxis Games, Breakway Ltd., Legendary Studios, Big Huge Games, and the Imaging Research Center.

Monday, November 5, 12-1 in Commons 331.

Wyeth Lunch & Learn

Join representatives from a leading pharmaceutical company to learn more about the industry and how you can part of their team as Summer 2008 interns. A panel of Summer 2007 interns will also be available to answer your questions about their experience. Don't miss this opportunity to network and learn how you can apply for the Summer 2008 internships.

Wednesday, November 14, 2007
12 Noon
UC 312
Lunch will be served

Questions? Contact Miryn Alcantara of The Shriver Center at alcantar@umbc.edu

October 26, 2007

Eagle Alliance Information Session

Eagle Alliance, a government subcontractor, will be holding an information session on Wednesday, October 31, from 12-1, in Public Policy 107. Students in CMSC, CMPE, IS, and BTA are encouraged to attend, especially if they have a security clearance. More info about Eagle Alliance can be found through their website.

October 18, 2007

Lunch & Learn: Manufacturing 10/22

Monday, October 22, 2007 - Commons 331 at 12 noon

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career and internship advice from industry experts in the Manufacturing Industry.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from representatives from leading companies such as Northrup Grumman, Celsis (In Vitro Technologies), Medifast and Kop-Flex! For more information, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493.

October 10, 2007

Defense Information System Agency Info Session- Monday, October 11th

Info Session Recruiting Students for a Summer 2008 Career Experience Program

IF INTERESTED, attend the DISA Information Session at 2pm in Commons 331 on Octoer 11th.

DISA performs a number of very important missions in support of the President, Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Combatant Commanders, and ofther Department of Defence components under all conditions of peace and war.

DISA is looking for college students to join its team. The DISA Career Experience Program offers full-time and part-time employment that provides work experience directly related to the student's enducational and career goals. Successful completion of the program may offer students the opportunity for a non-competative conversion to a permenent position, with promotion potential to the GS-12 level.

Positions available may include: trainees in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Human Resources, Business Administration, and Program Analysts.

Shriver Center Spring Kick-Off Walk-In Hours

Thursday, October 18th and Friday, October 19th
9AM to 4PM

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.

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October 5, 2007

Attention Graphic Designers!

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Internship and Job Opportunities within the Graphic Design Industry.

THIS Monday, October 8th
Noon to 1pm
Commons 331
Open to ALL Interested Majors

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

Start your internship/job search now by obtaining advice from industry experts and learn how to get a position in the field of Graphic Design. The representatives below will also describe the paid or unpaid intern positions available at their organizations along with any full-time opportunities.

For more information, contact Mike Oettel, The Shriver Center, at moettel@umbc.edu or 410-455-2493.

Panelists include:

Mary Zane Addy
Supervisor, Electronic Publishing
T. Rowe Price

Jesse Chong
Design Manager/Flash Designer
Advertising.com

Chris Quinn
Vice President and Creative Director
insight180

Don Twine
Graphic Designer
NexCen Franchise Management (Maggie Moo's and Marble Slab Creamery)

September 13, 2007

Shriver Center Lunch and Learn: Finance

Monday, September 17, 2007 - Commons 331
Noon to 1PM

Get a jump start on your profession by obtaining career and internship advice from industry experts in the field of Finance.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Investment Bankers, Financial Advisors, Investment Fellows and more from leading companies such as Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Corporate Trust, T. Rowe Price and more!

For more information, contact The Shriver Center at 410-455-2493.

Ending Sweaty Palms: Intern and Co-op Interview Skills Workshop- 9/19

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

Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Noon to 1PM, 1st Floor of Public Policy Conference Room in the Shriver Center

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.

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Dow AgroSciences Information Session: Monday, September 24 5pm UC 310

Don't miss hearing from 2 research scientists from Dow AgroSciences about opportunities for great Summer 2008 Internships with their Research & Development Group in a global company focused on sustainable development and environmental stewardship providing innovative crop protection, pest and vegetation management, seed, and agricultural biotechnology solutions to serve the world's growing population.

Looking for majors in Biology, BioChemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Bioinformatics with a minimum GPA off 3.0

More information available on UMBCworks in the Events Section. Questions? Contact Miryn Alcantara at alcantar@umbc.edu

April 26, 2007

Don't get BURNED this Summer without an Internship or Co-op!

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

To get started, stop by the Shriver Center ANY TIME between 9:00am and 4:00pm on Monday, April 30 or Tuesday, May 1. 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! No appointments, no hassle, and best of all, A CHANCE TO WIN A GIFT CERTIFICATE TO BASKIN ROBINS/DUNKIN DONUTS!!! All it takes is 20 minutes of your time. We look forward to seeing you at The Shriver Center (1st Fl Public Policy)!

April 20, 2007

Entrepreneur Speaker on Monday- April 30th

You Never Know: From Counseling Kids to Consulting with CEOs
Monday: April 30
12 to 1pm
University Center
Room 312
When Joni Daniels left graduate school, her goal was simply to be the best guidance counselor any high school student could have. Come hear her story about how her career path led her to become a nationally recognized speaker, author, and consultant. For more information, visit http://www.umbc.edu/entrepreneurship/pdf/daniels.pdf

April 13, 2007

Advanced Technology: Lunch and Learn 4/16/2007

Advanced Technology Lunch and Learn Series- MONDAY, 4/16

Get a Jump Start on your Career & Learn about Exciting Internship and Job Opportunities within the Technology industry.

THIS Monday, April 16th; 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.

Hear from the following panelists:
Ron Black,President
Compu-Power, Inc.

Andre Gudger, President
Solvern Solutions

Katie Hirsch, Programmer
Breakaway Games

Chris Sloop, CTO & Founder
WeatherBug, AWS Convergence Technologies, Inc.

Ernie Svehla, Enterprise Architect
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield


QUESTIONS: Contact Casey Miller at the Shriver Center cmille1@umbc.edu (410-455-2493).

April 6, 2007

Human Services Lunch and Learn Series- MONDAY, 4/9

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

THIS Monday, April 9th; 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.

Hear from the following panelists:
LaMar Davis, Director
The Choice Program (www.choiceprograms.com)

Tina Hilton, Program Coordinator
Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children (www.csaac.org)

Jackie Hampton, Research Program Coordinator
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Center for Learning and Health (www.jhu.edu)

Kelly Tucker, Program Supervisor
The Children's Home (www.thechildrenshome.net)

Rebecca Reichardt, Lead Research Laboratory Manager
Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Division of Psychiatry and Nueroscience (www.wrair-psych.org)

Larell Smith, Volunteer Intern Coordiantor
Baltimore Child Abuse Center (www.volunteersolutions.org/bvu-maryland/org/1426088.html)

QUESTIONS: Contact Christine Routzahn at the Shriver Center (410-455-2493).

March 30, 2007

Lunch & Learn Series: Biosciences

Lunch & Learn Series: Biosciences
Monday, April 2, 2007 Commons 331 at 12 noon

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 biosciences.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Research Scientists and Division Managers from some of the leading companies in the Biosciences Industry. Battelle Bioscience, Baxter Healthcare, and Invitrogen will be represented.

Open to all students. Light refreshments and dessert will be provided. The panel is hosted by The Shriver Center.

Attend the Human Services Lunch and Learn Series

Attend the Human Services Lunch and Learn Series
April 9th from noon to 1pm in Commons 331

Panel members representing the Choice Program (www.choiceprograms.org) , Bello Machre (www.bellomachre.org), and CSAAC (http://www.csaac.org) will be present.

This unique panel will: 1) give students an opportunity to meet and network with a diverse group of industry professionals representing various occupations in human services; 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 and student leaders who are engaged in substantive internships and co-op positions.

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