The Department of Political Science is looking for two strong candidates to represent us at the 62nd Annual Naval Academy Foreign Affairs Conference (NAFAC) in Annapolis, taking place April 11-14, 2022. From the conference organizers:

NAFAC is a leading foreign affairs conference for undergraduate students to
discuss pressing global issues. The conference provides the opportunity for students to engage
with future civil and military leaders on the grounds of the United States Naval Academy in
Annapolis, Maryland.

This year’s conference explores the topic, “Partnership in the 21st Century.” The world
order faces challenges no single actor can overcome alone. Truly transnational, emerging
challenges introduce a new level of complexity that traditional instruments of state power are
hard pressed to manage. What role do liberal values play in bolstering trust among democracies?
Is it possible for traditional allies to advance their own security and prosperity while sufficiently
balancing commitments to their partners? The conference will explore what it takes to achieve
sustainable alignment between values and interests when constructing partnerships to respond to
21st century challenges. See website linked below for more details. 

This conference will include FREE room and board and should be an incredible experience. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors with high GPAs (over 3.6), though all are welcome to apply.

To apply, please submit one concise paragraph including:
(1) current year and GPA at UMBC;
(2) why you would be a strong candidate to represent UMBC, given your experiences and/or specific coursework.

(3) Applications Due by February 21st, 2022

Applications should be emailed to Dr. Grodsky at bgrodsky@umbc.edu.

The University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy 

Data and Policy Summer Scholar Program 

DPSS is a virtual, part-time program offering students and young professionals the opportunity to gain a foundation in data analytics, learn to code in R Programming, and engage in a policy research project - in just seven weeks! It is a great resume and skill builder.

Priority Application Deadline: March 1st 

Session One: June 13 - July 31, 2022

Session Two: July 25 - September 10, 2022 

Asynchronous lectures: Ideal for working professionals and students around the world, watch lectures and learn at your own pace.

Live support: Join live virtual office hours with faculty and teaching assistants and ask questions in discussion boards.

Applied learning: Engage in policy research project alongside UChicago faculty.

UChicago resources: Experience UChicago with live co-curricular seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities.

Enhanced network: Connect with peers and UChicago policy professionals from around the world.

No experience required: Develop your data analytics skills alongside other students and working professionals.

See the link below for more details

The Undergraduate Diversity Fellowship at The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) offers paid four-month summer fellowships to extend educational, professional, and mentorship opportunities to Black and brown students who are community college students, freshman, sophomore, and junior college students interested in international affairs or U.S. foreign policy.

This opportunity allows fellows to develop skills in research, event planning, publications, and general office and project management support through direct professional experience. You can learn more at the Undergraduate Diversity Fellowship website.

Fellows will receive a monthly stipend and an amount to cover domestic roundtrip airfare to Washington D.C.

See link below for Application Instructions 

From June, Undergraduate Diversity fellows will work full-time primarily with one of the existing program teams at NBR. Team assignments will be based on NBR needs, although candidate preference will be taken into consideration.

• Political and Security Affairs
• Center for Innovation, Trade, and Strategy
• Energy and Environmental Affairs
• Publications
• Congressional Affairs

Please note: This fellowship is open to all genders. Fellows will be volunteers with the Maryland Democratic Party, and not considered employees. 

The Maryland Democratic Party is excited to announce the Summer 2022 Volunteer Fellowship Program sponsored by the Young Men’s Democratic Club of Prince George’s County. This fellowship will give young leaders of all genders a hands-on experience with both state and national politics. Fellows will have the opportunity to work with the political, fundraising, digital, communications, data, field, and operations departments.  

The fellowship will cover an eight-week period this summer. Fellows will either work remotely or out of the Maryland Democratic Party office in Annapolis depending on need and public health guidance. Fellows will be expected to commit at least twenty hours per week. Up to a $2,500 stipend will be paid to each fellow to cover related expenses. In addition to a stipend, these individuals will gain valuable experience on the inner workings of Maryland Politics. Fellows will develop valuable skills and relationships working with Maryland Democratic Party staff and elected officials.

Fellowship Applicant Requirements

1. Must be a registered Democrat.
2. Must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in political science and/or related field of study.
3. Must be a Prince George’s County resident and/or attending a higher education institution in Prince George’s County.

If you are interested in applying for the Young Men’s Democratic Club of Prince George’s County Fellowship Program, please visit this link.

Dr. Laura Antkowiak (formerly Dr. Laura Hussey) seeks an undergraduate research assistant for the spring 2022 semester. Expected duties will include providing behind-the-scenes support to a research project on civic agency that Dr. Antkowiak will be conducting with her POLI 301 students; finding and summarizing academic literature, political commentary, and possible data sources for emerging research topics; developing her UMBC website; and various information-search activities to support her teaching. If needed, depending on skill level, duties may also include coding survey data.

The position will pay $15 per hour for 5-10 hours of work per week. Work may be performed either remotely or on-site in the Political Science Department, although applicants who prefer remote work should ideally be available to come to campus occasionally during business hours for an in-person meeting.

Applicants should demonstrate a strong record of academic achievement, interest in American politics and policy issues, effective communication skills, and intellectual qualities of a (developing) social scientist such as curiosity, open-mindedness, and the will and capacity to think critically. They should also be reliable, accessible, flexible, trustworthy, and willing to learn new skills as needed. Having earned an A in POLI 301 or a comparable research methods class is strongly preferred, although not strictly required.

Interested students can apply by emailing a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript to Dr. Antkowiak at lhussey@umbc.edu. If necessary, they should be able to provide the names of two professors as references. Dr. Antkowiak will review applications as they arrive and continue until the position is filled.

Campaign Manager 

Field Director 

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is hiring both undergraduate and graduate interns for the summer. Below is general information about GAO and the internship application. For students that are interested, I’ve attached a flyer about the health care team.  

 

Summer Internship Opportunities:

Application closes Tuesday, January 11, 2022 (or once we receive 500 applications). Internships begin in early summer and will be available at headquarters in D.C. and all field offices. At this time, opportunities for remote work are not known.

• Undergraduate Link https://www.usajobs.gov/job/626434400
• Graduate Link https://www.usajobs.gov/job/626433600

Qualifications for Internship Announcement:

• Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs,
• Work 10 to 16 weeks (between 400 and 640 hours)

How to apply:

• Create a profile on USAjobs.
• Build a resume in USAjobs and describe your experience with specific, direct examples.
• Provide detailed response to the written application questions when you submit an application.
• For internships: provide school transcript as proof of enrollment.
• For internships: If health care experience is required for your program, check the box to ensure you will be placed in the Health Care team. If the Health Care team is desired but not required, students should articulate prior health care experience.
• Email studentprogram@gao.gov with any questions about GAO’s internship programs.

 

About GAO and the Health Care Team:

Often called the “congressional watchdog,” the U.S. Government Accountability Office is an independent, nonpartisan agency that advises Congress about ways to make government more efficient, effective, ethical, equitable, and responsive.

The Health Care team supports congressional oversight of health care delivery and financing in the United States across Medicare, Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program, Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Indian Health Service, private markets, public health, and prescription drugs.

GAO is ranked first among mid-sized agencies for support of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Each team within GAO has a diversity, equity, and inclusion committee, and GAO has over a dozen agency-wide employee organizations focused on those efforts