The Library of Congress is seeking applicants for its 2016 Junior Fellows Summer Internship Program—a 10-week paid fellowship for undergraduate and graduate students.

For a stipend of $3,000, the 2016 class of Junior Fellows will work full-time with Library specialists and curators from May 31 through Aug. 5, 2016, to inventory, describe and explore collection holdings and to assist with digital-preservation outreach activities throughout the Library. The program aims to increase access to collections and awareness of the Library’s digital-preservation programs by making them better-known and available to Members of Congress, scholars, researchers, students, teachers and the general public.

The fellows will be exposed to a broad spectrum of library work, including but not limited to: collection processing, digital preservation, educational outreach, access, standards-setting and information management. The 2015 class of Junior Fellows processed rare treasures and played an integral part in completing substantive project work. They indexed and rehoused the Library’s Harry Houdini collection; conducted archaeological research on Mesoamerican jade to determine its origins; and analyzed NBC’s Radio Collection from 1950 to 1970, which uncovered broadcasts about the launch of Sputnik and the death of former President Dwight Eisenhower. Additionally, the fellows improved the Library’s description of its World War I sheet music collection by assigning subject headings based on musical presentation format, form/genre and lyrical content.

Applications will be accepted online only at www.usajobs.gov, keyword: Junior Fellows from Monday, Dec. 7, 2015, through midnight Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.

For more details about the program and information on how to apply, visit loc.gov/hr/jrfellows/. Questions about the program may be sent to juniorfellows2016@loc.gov.

Project details, and application information can be found at:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/423248100

Are you looking for a great Summer Internship? Did you know that T. Rowe Price hires at least 60+ interns each summer? In the past, many of these interns have come from UMBC.

Currently, T. Rowe Price is looking for students with interest in the following areas of Information Technology:

-Mobile Applications Development (iOS, HTML5) - 
-Applications Development (Java, CSS, .Net, SharePoint, C++) -
-Business Analysis / Project Management -
-Database/Data Management
-Production Systems Support 
-Trading Floor Support 

The complete details of their internship program are below.

To find out and apply to their internship program, you should apply via the T. Rowe Price website (07894)

If you have not had your resume reviewed by the Career Center, you can schedule an appointment with your coordinator via UMBCworks or come by drop-ins every Monday-Friday from 2-4pm in Math/Psych.

2016 Summer Internship Program – Technology

For over 75 years, T. Rowe Price has changed the investment management industry by delivering world-class service and guidance to individuals and institutions around the globe.  Our shared values enable us to create a dynamic workplace that cultivates high achievement from diverse professionals in a variety of disciplines.  Built on a tradition of integrity, we are committed to our clients and employees and focused on sustained growth and success.

The T. Rowe Price Summer Internship Program offers an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while building skills and long-term career potential.  Through collaboration, innovative thinking and application of your skills, you can add value in various ways to our Technology organization and the clients we support.  You will have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies and work with bright, passionate people who will help you integrate what you learn in school with “real world” business initiatives.

We offer a variety of opportunities:

• Mobile Applications Development (iOS, HTML5)
• Applications Development (Java, CSS, .Net, SharePoint, C++)
• Business Analysis / Project Management 
• Database/Data Management
• Production Systems Support
• Trading Floor Support

Our program offers:

• A challenging work assignment
• Feedback on your performance throughout your internship
• Opportunities to learn and network
• Formal training programs, community service opportunities and social events
• Future Career opportunities upon graduation

To be considered for our internship program, all students must meet the following criteria:

Minimum GPA: 3.00 overall

Major: Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Technology, Business, Finance, other Information Technology related majors

T. Rowe Price is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Name: Zulkarnain Choudhury

Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Grameen Bank

Position Title: Intern

Major(s)/Minor(s): Economics

Expected Graduation Year: 2017

Briefly describe your internship, co-op,  or research opportunity, including your day-to-day tasks, responsibilities, and assignments.

I started my internship program with Grameen Bank (a renowned microfinance organization) in Dhaka, Bangladesh in June 2015. Grameen Bank provides small loans to some of the poorest citizens in rural areas in Bangladesh without any collateral. These loans are given so that those people can invest the money to improve their living conditions, start a small business or send their children to school. The bank has received recognition for its method by the World Bank, United Nations and all over the world. The bank main motive is to reduce poverty in Bangladesh.

My job as an intern was to visit centers in several districts in Bangladesh (of Grameen) and listen to the people's stories, why they want to take the loan and make sure that they are eligible for the loan. My task was to be the banker who would develop a relationship with his borrowers and approve the loan to them. I was trained to ask the people questions like why they wanted the loan, and what they would do with the money. I was under the supervision of the officer who usually does the approval. During the internship period, I took training classes from my internship coordinator to learn about Grameen Bank and its methodology and how to approach to customers. I visited 7 different centers in 7 different villages (I had to bear my own expenses which was not much). I also went on a village trip for a week to stay and observe the method and see how the bank operates in rural Bangladesh. At the end of the month-long internship I submitted an internship report based on my whole experience.

Describe the process of obtaining your internship, research, or co-op opportunity.

Grameen Bank is very well-known organization and it was my dream to work for the bank after it received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for it's extraordinary approach in reducing poverty in Bangladesh with use of microfinance and microcredit. I went on their website and did a research on their internship program and sent them an email. After a week, they replied to my email requesting for my resume and a recommendation letter from a professor. After they received everything, they sent me a confirmation that I can start as soon as I go to Bangladesh for my summer.

What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization/company?

What I have enjoyed the most about this internship was meeting interns from different countries who came from Europe, America and many other countries that shared this experience with me. It truly was a very enjoyable experience as we all went on village trips and I got to make some amazing friends. The most memorable part of the internship was the village trip, where I met the locals and experienced their culture.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I believe I made an impact on myself because a year ago, I was lost and didn't know what kind of career I would pursue in the future after graduating. But after doing this internship I discovered some qualities and some skills that I didn't know I had in me. I can interact well with different people, I can manage accounts, and I can speak well. I think I might be a good banker! 

Another thing that I thought of was cultural issues. The women in rural areas in Bangladesh have less say in family matters than men. The majority of Grameen's borrowers consists of women. This gives them power, confidence, and reduces the gender inequality. So if interns like us can help these women receive loans by showing them support and letting them contribute, then we’re giving them more power. This experience also got me thinking of changing my major from Economics to Financial Economics. I absolutely loved my job and I want to be involved in banking and social work in future. 

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

If you get an opportunity to be involved in something or do an internship, you should do it. It really helps you to discover what you are good at doing. It exhibits your skills and special qualities, and makes you realize what kind of career you want to pursue in life.

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The US Navy Summer 2016  Internship Program is back and recruiting UMBC Students! 

All UMBC students must apply through USA jobs for the Department of the Navy Summer Pathways Intern Program by December 10.

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/422956400

Additional information can be found below:

The US Navy has partnered with UMBC to specifically hire multiple interns for 3 different Summer 2016 programs: Fleet Cyber Command Intern, Navy Cyber Warfare Development Group Intern, and Navy Information Operations Command Intern. Position descriptions and brochures are listed below. 

Summer 2016 Fleet Cyber Command Intern 

Brochure

Longer Description

All Policy, Business, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Majors Encouraged to Apply

Summer 2016 Navy Cyber Warfare Development Group Intern 

Brochure

Longer Description

All Technical Majors Encouraged to Apply (CS, CE, IS, BTA, EE, Cyber, and Math)

Summer 2016 Navy Information Operations Command Intern 

Brochure
Longer Description

All Technical Majors Encouraged to Apply (CS, CE, IS, BTA, EE, Engineering, Cyber, and Math)

For additional questions or information, please contact USFF_FCC_C10F_NSAH_INTERNSHIP@navy.mil

The Population Division of the U.S. Census Bureau has paid internship opportunities for students in geography and related fields.  The application deadline for this posting is Wednesday, December 9.

We are looking for well-qualified people with training in geographic information systems, population geography or demography, remote sensing/satellite image analysis, and urban geography, among other specialties.  Interns will work on projects related to international and domestic population mapping.

Salaries reflect the level of education completed.  All positions require U.S. citizenship.

Paid internships are available both during the academic year and in the summer.  Census HQ is in the Washington, DC, area and is located next to a subway station.

We plan follow-up messages about permanent employment opportunities.  These will offer the opportunity to work on a range of projects related to international and domestic population geography and mapping.

This is an exciting time for the U.S. Census Bureau, and specifically the Population Division.  Please forward this email to students (or colleagues with students) who may be interested in working at the Census Bureau.  For more information about the agency, including position opportunities, look under “About Us” on our website at Census.gov.  

To apply for the internships, please visit USAJOBS no later than Wednesday, December 9:

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/422689700

If you or your students have questions about work in Population Division, please contact us: Joshua.Comenetz@census.gov or James.D.Fitzsimmons@census.gov. 

For specific questions about available positions and ways of applying for them, please contact David Zaslow at David.C.Zaslow@census.gov or 301-763-6195.

Below are featured events and internship/employment opportunities that have recently been posted or have application deadline dates that are quickly approaching!  To see all that the UMBC Career Center has to offer YOU, please visit our myUMBC group page HERE or log into your UMBCworks account!

FEATURED EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES….

NEW! Spring Internship Registration Drop-in DayWednesday, December 2, 2015, 11 am – 2 pm

NEW! $15K Scholarship & Summer Internship at Morgan Stanley, Early deadline to apply:  Monday, November 30, 2015; Regular deadline to apply:  Monday, February 1, 2016

NEW! The Universum Career Test

Information Sessions

NEW! Information Session: IBM Wednesday, December 2, 2015, 5:30 pm – 7 pm

NEW! Information Session: United States FBIThursday December 3, 2015, 5 pm – 7 pm
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FEATURED FULL-TIME & PART-TIME JOBS, INTERNSHIPS, AND RESEARCH POSITIONS

$15K Scholarship & Summer Internship at Morgan Stanley

New Post Maternal Child Health Careers/Research Initiatives

Health IT Summer Internships with Northrop Grumman

Keep an eye on the Career Center website (http://careers.umbc.edu/) for all upcoming events and programs!  Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors….this is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about career paths…whether you are exploring possibilities or searching for an internship or full-time opportunity!

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