UMBC’s History Department’s Internship Stipend provides funding for undergraduate students who have secured unpaid internships at public history organizations (or other relevant institutions). Funds are available to award up to 5 stipends a year.

Eligibility

Students need to be enrolled in the History major or public history minor to apply. The application is open to students of all class years, although preference is given to sophomores and above. Funds can not be applied to an internship experience that would take place after a student has graduated. The award is not available to interns who are already being paid by their sponsoring organization. Prior recipients of the award are not eligible for a second round of funding.

Compensation and Course Enrollment

Stipends for selected interns will be up to a maximum of $1500 for a full-time internship (smaller stipends may be available for part-time internships). Students who receive the award must enroll in three credits of HIST 391, either in the spring or fall semester that they are doing their internship, or for a summer internship, in the following fall semester. Students are expected to work at least 120 hours. The full internship course requirements are described here.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by a faculty selection committee looking for exceptional ability and commitment, excellent academic record, pronounced interest in/knowledge of the relevant career path, strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated maturity, and reliability. The committee will notify students before the internship semester begins.

For more information about securing an internships or questions about the application process please contact:

Dr. Melissa Blair

Fine Arts, Room 524

mfblair@umbc.edu

Application Instructions

A completed application includes:

1. A “Letter of Interest” that describes, in some detail, your strengths, interests, and experiences. Be sure to explain how the internship will help you to achieve your goals, your career aspirations, and how they connect to your academic work.
2. The names and contact information for two references (one of which must be UMBC History department faculty).

All material can be submitted via this Google form.

Attention all UMBC student employees!  

What could be better than having an on-campus job?

Having an on-campus job and getting a notation on your transcript that tells employers you made the effort to enhance your professional development!

Interested in gaining a competitive edge in the job market? Sign up for PRAC 102- Building Skills for Career Success this Spring semester. Don’t worry, it’s not a formal class! With the minimal commitment of attending a few workshops and career events, you will be better prepared for the world of work and have the proof on your college transcript to show your employer.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ENROLLMENT: Friday, February 29

Make your campus experience count! Enroll TODAY! Enrollment is limited to the first 40 student employees. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!  

Open to all levels and majors. You must be a UMBC student employee working at least eight hours per week on campus. 

How to Register Online

1. Log in to Handshake, then navigate to Career Center > Experiences.

2. Click “Submit an Experience” and select “Career Center – On-Campus Student Employment (PRAC 102- Building Skills for Career Success)” as the Experience Type. Fill in the required fields and submit.

3. Your registration will be reviewed within two business days. The Career Center will enroll you directly upon review along with sending you additional details.

QUESTIONS, please contact Stephanie Taylor (staylor18@umbc.edu) 

The Emergency and Disaster Health Systems (EDHS) Professional and Continuing Education department (PACE) has the classes for you!

**Please choose the correct session for your skill level**

Morning Session: Saturday, April 27th from 10am – 12pm
BLS Healthcare Providers skills check class.

Intended for Healthcare Providers only

Afternoon Session: Saturday, April 27th from 1pm – 3pm
Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED skills check class.

Intended for lay rescuers, community members, non-healthcare providers, individuals, student organizations, department faculty & staff.

All are welcome!

TO REGISTER: (Last day to register for this session - April 19th)

Must register 5 days in advance of course dates using the Calendly link.

https://calendly.com/ehspace/umbc-dept-of-ehs-heartsaver-cpr-aed-first-aid-1

The skill trainings will be held on campus at 900 Walker Ave. (old courthouse building) in the main Emergency Health Services classroom, room 114. Enter through the front doors, turn right, and follow the signs to the department. (We are all the way in the back of the building!)

Please contact PACE at 410-455-3584 or email ehspace@umbc.edu with any questions.