Attention Juniors and Seniors with a 3.3 GPA or above.  Hershey is interested in hiring UMBC students at the junior or senior level for the following position:  Intern, Advanced Capabilities (Global Knowledge and Insights) (51966)

This position will begin in September/ October 2015 and run through May 2016 with the potential to continue through the summer

The selected candidates will work at Hershey's on-campus office at UMBC in Baltimore.

Apply HERE:

https://career4.successfactors.com/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=Hersheys&navBarLevel=JOB_SEARCH&rcm_site_locale=en_US&site=VjItZy84VGQ5U1B5c09CRGlJeTlzUHdlZz09&career_job_req_id=51966&selected_lang=en_US&jobAlertController_jobAlertId=&jobAlertController_jobAlertName=&_s.crb=OlZCb9pbOxqJzWYkaAwxBBvmODk%3d

Summary:

This role is part of a global analytics organization that discovers insights to benefit consumers, shoppers and retailers. You’ll be a part of a team that goes beyond basic analysis, exploring traditional and non-traditional data sets while leveraging new and innovative technologies.

Responsibilities:

You will help conduct extensive analyses on multiple, disparate data sources and, in the process, develop a deep understanding of the retail and consumer package good landscape. On this team, you’ll strengthen your analytical abilities, leadership, and communication skills, while gaining exposure to a wide variety of departments within Hershey.

Qualifications:

• A current undergraduate junior or senior with a 3.3 cumulative GPA or higher
• Candidates should be pursuing an undergraduate degree with a quantitative background (e.g. engineering, psychology, computer science, mathematics or economics)
• Strong degree of analytical acumen
• Ability to solve problems, think critically, and communicate clearly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated leadership and academic achievement in student and extracurricular activities
• Previous internship experience is a plus
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans

One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty, and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll be sharing with you a round-up of the most newsworthy achievements from our community.

• Sarah Jewett, head of the STEM Transfer Student Success Initiative, along with Susan Martin of the Center for Women in Technology, writes about the importance of promoting STEM success for underrepresented and underserved student populations.
• Roy Meyers, political science, questions the methods the Mercatus study used to determine Maryland’s fiscal health.
• Anupam Joshi and Richard Forno, cybersecurity, comment on the Ashley Madison data dump.
• Steve Bradley, visual arts, will speak at the Chesapeake Arts Center town hall meeting on September 8.
• Steve Sharkey ‘06, M.P.P. public policy, current head of Baltimore City’s Department of General Services, has been featured on the Baltimore Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” list.
• Dennis Coates, economics, supports Baltimore City Council President Jack Young’s plan to sell the city-owned Baltimore Convention Center Hilton hotel.
• Medhi Benna, Center for Space Science and Technology, is lead author on a paper confirming neon in the moon’s exosphere.
• Lynn Cazabon, visual arts, has placed second in the Trawick Prize competition, held annually by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District to honor artists from Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Jason Hughes ’15, M.F.A. intermedia and digital arts, claimed third prize.

Read more at UMBC Insights!

Hi everyone, we recently received this invitation to participate in a Travel Video contest, with a significant amount of prize money!  Please see the details below, and use the link to learn more if you are interested in applying.  Good luck!

The 10th Annual InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest is here! This year's lucky winner will take home a $4,000 cash prize and the winner will be announced during International Education Week (in November). 

Anyone studying abroad, or who wants to study abroad, is welcome to submit (this includes both international and study abroad students!). Attached is the flyer which you are welcome to post in your office, listserve or through social. To enter, students would need to submit their 5 minute video telling us why they want to study abroad, or if they are already studying abroad, a trip they want to take. The rules and details can be found on our official contest page.

http://www.internationalstudent.com/contest/

September 9, 2015

Commons Room 329

12-1pm

There will be a light lunch served

INTRODUCTION

The BSO public relations department is responsible for the organization's public image and for strategic media relations surrounding all Orchestra programming, special events, presentations, major announcements and more. This internship is an excellent opportunity for those interested in learning about media relations, or the workings of a major symphony orchestra or a nonprofit organization. In addition, the BSO is planning for its Centennial in 2016 with many exciting initiatives and events to highlight 100 years of the Baltimore Symphony.