American Red Cross Winter/Spring 2015 Internships

American Red Cross Winter/Spring 2015 Internships The American Red Cross Foundation has made a variety of internships available for the Winter and Spring of 2015 to all interested students. All applications are due December 29, 2014. Graphic Design Internship Doctrine and Guidance Support Internship Foundation Partnerships Internship Office of President & CEO Office Internship Disaster Mapper and Situational Awareness Analyst Internship Disaster Social Media and Technology Analyst Internship Info Sharer and Analyst Internship Disaster Business Process Modeler Internship National Headquarters (NHQ) Communications Internship 2015 Legislative Internship with Delegate Ariana Kelly Delegate Ariana Kelly is opening the doors of her office to undergraduate, recent graduate, and graduate students who have a concentration in Political Science, Goverment, Public Policy, Law, and Women's Studies or similar concentration.  To apply please send a cover letter and resume stating your interest in the position with the subject line "2015 Legislative Internship" to DelArianaKelly@gmail.com Learn more about this internship opportunity here.  House of Representatives Internship Opportunities Members of the House and related committees are announcing the availability of internships and calling all interested persons. There are a great variety of tasks available for the intern. Click here for a comprehensive list of available positions. View more here.  Spring Internships with Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva Application Deadline: January 23, 2015  To apply to the internship located in Washington, D.C. students must submit a cover letter, resume and a one-page writing sample to Cristina.Villa@mail.house.gov Rep. Grijalva's internship coordinator. Smithsonian Institution Internships The Smithsonian Institution in conjunction with the National Science Foundation have created numerous internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. Listed below are just a few of the them. Click on the internship title to be directed to more information.   National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) Natural History Research Experiences (NHRE) Application Due Date: January 27, 2015 Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) Summer Internship Program in Environmental Studies Application Due Date: February 1, 2015 Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory (SAO) Summer Internship Application Due Date: February 15, 2015 Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program in integrative tropical biology Application Due Date: February 15, 2015 Center for Astrophysics (CFA) HEA/SPP Solar Summer Intern Program Application Due Date: February 15, 2015 STRI Research Experience for Undergraduates  Application Due Date: February 15, 2015  Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in Archaeological Museum Conservation Science Application Due Date: February 25, 2015

Joseph M. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Award Application or Nomination deadline: January 4, 2015 The scholarship award was established in recognition of Joe Mitchell's compassion for the less fortunate members of our society and in honor of his ability to befriend, guide and mentor individuals whose ability to succeed as students at our institution was challenged by some personal or family circumstance. Scholarships will be awarded each fall and spring semester to one or more deserving students. These are one-time awards of up to $1,000 per recipient. Learn more about the Scholarship Award here. PLEASE SHARE WITH STUDENTS.  The purpose of this newsletter is to promote and inform University of Maryland faculty and staff of upcoming events and programs that aid in the search for student internship and experiential learning opportunities.  Our hope is that you will, in turn, share this newsletter with your student population(s).   VISIT OUR WEBSITE

The NYU Global Academic Fellowship (GAF), hosted in Abu Dhabi or Shanghai

PUAF388G: Global Perspectives on Leading and Investing in Social Change

HIST428M: Foreigners as Citizens

GLOBAL ZERO ACTION CORPS

GLOBAL ZERO ACTION CORPS

“Global Zero is grassroots organizing at its finest.” -UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

At Global Zero, the international movement for the elimination of nuclear weapons, we’re fueled by the creativity and passion of young people – members of the world’s first post-Cold War generation who understand that nuclear weapons have no place in the 21^st century.  We know that young people are an incredibly powerful political force and often the catalysts for real change. That’s why we’re launching the Global Zero Action Corps, designed to mobilize all-star activists across the country to help us tackle the single biggest security threat of our generation.

About the Action Corps

Starting in early 2015, the Global Zero will bring together 50 of the country’s top young volunteer advocates, ages 18 - 35, for the first ever class of Global Zero Action Corps. During their 1-year service, Action Corps leaders will mobilize their peers, lead creative campaigns, and apply real pressure on policymakers to eliminate all nuclear weapons, everywhere. Equipped with unparalleled access to training, resources, and movement leaders, the Action Corps leaders will be on the front lines of the fight for a better, safe future.

The Action Corps will also have the opportunity to travel to New York City with Global Zero this spring for three days of high level training and action -- alongside some of the world’s most prominent leaders in the field of international security. We have two alternatives: live in a world where nuclear weapons will be used or demand a world without them. The choice is ours.

Apply to Join the Global Zero Action Corps

Ready for the challenge? Apply online at: www.globalzero.org/join-global-zero-action-corps. OR email a cover letter explaining why you’d like to be a Global Zero Action Corps leader, along with your resume or CV if you have one and short writing sample to field@globalzero.org by March 1, 2015. If selected, we will be in touch to set up a time to chat through the opportunity over the phone. Questions? Contact us at field@globalzero.org

About Global Zero

Global Zero, the international movement for the elimination of all nuclear weapons, has grown to 300 eminent leaders and nearly half a million citizens worldwide. Its step-by-step plan to eliminate nuclear weapons has been endorsed by political leaders and leading newspapers, the Financial Times concluding that, "Global Zero's plan has shown the direction to be travelled; the world’s leaders must now start moving." For more information, please visit globalzero.org. 

2014 Fall Career & Internship Fair

THE FAIR IS HERE.  DOWNLOAD THE APP. Ter.ps/FCIF14App What happens after the fair?   Follow-up with employers & prepare for interviews! Internship Interviews: How to Stand Out from the Competition  Monday, September 22, 12-1 p.m. University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) RSVP HERE

Mock Interview Clinic with Employers Wednesday, September 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) SIGN UP HERE Employer Networking Sessions Coming Up The Fair isn't the only chance to speak one-on-one with employers.  Attend employer networking sessions of interest throughout the semester! Wednesday, September 17 LinkedIn 5 p.m - 7 p.m. in the Stamp Student Union - Margaret Brent B Room 2112 --Graduate Software Engineer Internship   Thursday, September 18 Baker Hughes 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. in the Stamp Student Union - Pyon Su Tuesday, September 23 DeVos Institute of Arts Management 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. in the University Career Center & The President's Promise --Focused on part-time and full-time internships Thursday, September 25 Macy's 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Stamp Student Union - Juan Ramon Jiménez Room --Open to all majors PLEASE SHARE WITH STUDENTS.  The purpose of this newsletter is to promote and inform University of Maryland faculty and staff of upcoming events and programs that aid in the search for student internship and experiential learning opportunities.  Our hope is that you will, in turn, share this newsletter with your student population(s).   VISIT OUR WEBSITE

AmeriCorps*VISTA Recruitment and Operations Coordinator Position Available

Opening for an AmeriCorps*VISTA Recruitment and Operations Coordinator

Full Time Year of Service with Stipend at a Maryland Nonprofit

The following position is a one year (November 2014-November 2015) AmeriCorps* VISTA position at Code in the Schools in Baltimore, MD and sponsored by Greater Homewood Community Corporation (GHCC). The mission of Code in the Schools is to bring high-quality computer programming classes to the under-served and under-represented youth of Baltimore City.

The youth of Baltimore city are critically underserved. Code in the Schools seeks a special individual with the skills and passion required to brighten these children’s futures. Are you that person? The VISTA’s duties will comprise of project management including:

·         Recruiting students, instructors, and industry partners

·         Creating the program manual

·         Streamlining the application process

·         Creating forms and other necessary documents for operation management

·         Liaising between program partners

·         Creating a long‐term fundraising strategy

The goal of this VISTA project is to create a pipeline by which underrepresented students are selected from Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) to participate in intensive computer science (CS) training, and go on to internships within the tech industry that will lead to high-paying jobs.

AmeriCorps*VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) is not a job per se, but a full time national service opportunity. Benefits include: living allowance, relocation assistance, health coverage, choice of an education award or cash stipend, and non-competitive eligibility for federal employment upon completion. Preferred candidates will have a college degree or equivalent work experience, leadership potential, and motivation to serve.

GHCC’s mission is to build and strengthen vibrant urban communities. For more than four decades, GHCC has secured the resources of VISTA members to build sustainable change and fight poverty in our neighborhoods. GHCC-sponsored AmeriCorps*VISTA members receive a solid foundation of skills they can use as a springboard for careers in government, non-profits, education, and much more. For more information, please contact Lily Ross, VISTA Leader, at LRoss@greaterhomewood.org or 410-261-3618.

To apply please visit www.greaterhomewood.org/give-to-ghcc/americorpsvista/

Application Deadline: September 30, 2014

Start Date: November 22, 2014 (non-negotiable)

PG Internship

Internships

BRIGHT FUTURES SUMMER UNPAID INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP  Now Open! Know an undergraduate student pursuing an unpaid summer internship?  Encourage the student to apply to our scholarship!  Deadline is Wednesday, April 23 at 5 p.m. Details & application: www.Careers.umd.edu/Scholarships

CAREER DISCOVERY ZONE Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00pm Shoemaker Building (Check in at Main Reception, 1st Floor) Wed. April 9 - Discovering Interests & Majors/Careers Wed. April 16 - Uncovering the Importance of Values Wed. April 23 - Managing Invisible Major/Career Decisions Now & In The Future Come to one or all workshops -- no advance registration needed - Plan to attend the full workshop time (3:30-5:00pm)

Federal & Global Semester Applications Open! Want college credit for a Washington internship? Interested in global or domestic issues? Intrigued by the idea of a career in public service?  Apply now to the Federal Semester Program or Global Semester in Washington, D.C.! In both programs students take a fall-semester seminar from industry practitioners in one of several concentrations covering foreign policy, diplomacy, homeland security, energy and environment, and science in a global context. In the spring semester, students intern at federal agencies, congressional offices, think-tanks, nonprofits, and related organizations.  For details and an application form, go to http://federalsemester.umd.edu and/or http://globalsemesterdc.umd.edu or contact our office: 2407 Marie Mount Hall, 301-314-0261. Dr. Joan Burton, Director. Applications preferred by April 8.

The Rawlings Undergraduate Leadership Fellows Program If you have at least two semesters remaining at the university and a commitment to public leadership, you are strongly encouraged to apply.   Fellows design and implement their own community action projects, take courses on leadership, serve at an internship, and meet elected officials, community advocates, and non-profit leaders.    Applications are due Friday, April 18, 2014, by 5 PM. APPLY NOW! For questions, please contact James Stillwell at (301) 405-8560 or email: jstill@umd.edu.

USPTO Student Veteran Hiring - HIRING NOW The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is in the process of hiring student veterans for our paid Veteran Intern Program (VIP) - Patent Examiner Student Trainee.  Please register for our upcoming career fair in Alexandria, VA where you will get detailed information about the VIP, hear from others in the program, and interview with agency representatives for immediate hire (contingent on meeting the qualifications). Event Schedule - Same on April 11th and April 12th Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. First VIP information session is from 10-10:30 a.m. First round interviews are from 10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Panel of VIP interns (and recent hires) from 12:00-12:30 p.m. Registration starts back up from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. Second VIP information session is from 1:00-1:30 p.m. Second round interviews are from 1:30-3:00 p.m.  Location for Friday, 4/11/14: Westin Hotel, 400 Courthouse Square, Alexandria, VA Location for Saturday, 4/12/14: USPTO Madison Auditorium, 600 Dulany, Alexandria, VA  To guarantee an interview, you must click here to secure your spot! https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/USPTOVIPCareerFair

BIG TEN PLUS 2014 Virtual Career Fair

April 8-April 10, 2014 Registration for the event available at http://hirebig10.careereco.net/students-alumni/virtual-career-fair-registration/ To view a list of registered employers, go to https://virtualfairs4-careereco-cfm.symplicity.com/events/students.php?cf=vcfapril2014 Available chat times differ between companies and organizations, check the schedule at  http://hirebig10.careereco.net/virtual-career-fair/chat-with-employers/.