One credit courses for Spring 2026

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The University Career Center offers two 1-credit career courses, EDCP108i and PSYC123, designed to support students in exploring career options, searching for internships or jobs, and planning their next steps after graduation.

EDCP 108i: Academic Transitions to Internships is a 7-week (half-semester) course specifically recommended for students who have not yet experienced an internship and are actively seeking one. This one-credit, online asynchronous course guides students through essential exploratory and preparation activities, including:

  • Understanding the components of an internship
  • Increasing knowledge about an intended career field
  • Developing a resume and cover letter
  • Identifying potential internship sites
  • Introducing interviewing and networking skills
  • Through this course, students gain a comprehensive experience in the internship search process. Additionally, students have opportunities for synchronous activities with the instructor and career professionals, such as mock interviews, resume reviews, and group meetings.

Please note: This course is only available to students with fewer than 105 cumulative credits.

PSYC 123: The Psychology of Getting Hired introduces students to the science behind the hiring process and equips students with strategies to apply with a competitive edge. This one-credit, online asynchronous course guides students through six modules, featuring activities designed to:

  • Identify strengths, interests, and professional development goals
  • Learn to use Handshake to find internships and professional positions
  • Develop a high-quality professional resume
  • Establish an effective professional social media presence and network
  • Practice and refine crucial interview skills
  • Create a career development plan
  • Two significant activities—a resume review with University Career Center staff, an employer, or an alumnus, and a mock interview with volunteer professionals—are conducted live via Zoom.

A Message from the UMD University Career Center….

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Hey, CCJSers!
November is here, and we’re sure you’re eager for the upcoming Thanksgiving break to recharge after your projects and exams. We certainly are after all the ongoing career events.  We also know you may be applying for unpaid internships to gain professional experience, which can be a financial burden. Still, there are scholarship opportunities to help support your unpaid internship.

You may also be curious about potential career or internship opportunities! We recommend enrolling in our self-paced informational interview course to help steer you to a successful engagement with an employer of interest in your career field.
We also want to remind you that we offer free drop-in career support throughout the week, with no appointment necessary; we understand schedules are tight these days with your classes.
That’s all for now, Terps! Stay fearless, we wish you a most successful start to November.
-University Career Center team

Let’s Talk Internships | 11/21 | Virtual

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***CCJS on main campus is hosting a session on getting internships. There is a virtual option. Please consider attending. If you do want to get an internship, you will register through CCJS@USG. Visit this website for more information.

Let’s Talk Internships
In-person • Wed., November 19, 2025 • 11:45am-12:45pm • TYD 1132 • Register on Handshake
Virtual • Fri., November 21, 2025 • 12pm-1pm • Register on Handshake

Getting an internship can be challenging during the best of times. With all of the economic and political factors right now, you may be feeling lost, confused, or discouraged about finding an internship. Join your fellow CCJS classmates in a discussion, moderated by CCJS and Feller Center Career Planning staff, about all things internships. Topics may include how to find an internship, alternatives to internships, common internships for CCJS students, etc. Questions? Email Shannon Sibel at ccjscareers@umd.edu.

Important Deadlines

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Please be aware of some upcoming deadlines for the fall semester!! We are getting close to the end, CCJSers!

Fall 2025 Academic Deadlines:

  • September 2nd – First Day of Classes
  • September 15th – Last Day of Schedule Adjustment 
  • November 12th – Last Day to Drop 1 Course/4 Credits with a “W”
  • December 12th – Last Day to Withdraw From the Semester (“WW”)

Why Graduate School (virtual session)

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Why Graduate School?

The University of Maryland offers over 200 degree granting graduate programs. Attending Graduate School offers countless opportunities for professional, intellectual, and personal growth. Graduate degree holders can earn more money over a career and gain access to management and leadership roles. This fall, the Graduate School at the University of Maryland is holding virtual information sessions about the benefits of earning a graduate degree. 

To attend one of these sessions, please sign up here.

Graduate School Information sessions (virtual)

  • Tuesday, November 18 at 4:00pm
  • Tuesday, December 9 at 3:30pm

Topics covered during the sessions

  • Benefits of earning a graduate degree
  • Tips on selecting a graduate school
  • Cutting the cost of graduate tuition

Reentry Coordinator | Open City Advocates

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Reentry CoordinatorApply by December 3, 2025 at 11:59 PMPosition Overview: Open City Advocates seeks a Reentry Coordinator to assist youth and adult clients with connection to support services, including housing, education, mental health, and employment resources. Working primarily with people returning from a period of incarceration, the Reentry Coordinator will provide support and guidance to create a positive transition back to the community and to reduce barriers to accessing social supports. The Reentry Coordinator will also support Open City Advocates’ systemic reform efforts, legal services, and other programmatic needs.Key Functions & Responsibilities: Support youth and adult clients during incarceration and transitioning back to DC.Establish relationships with Open City Advocates clients and help to ensure a consistent connection with Open City Advocates. Work with legal team to create and execute a plan for successful reentry (including visiting clients during incarceration).Attend client team meetings, particularly related to discharge planning.Connect clients to reentry and social services in DC.Assist clients with reentry needs, including but not limited to school enrollment, job searches, opening a bank account, obtaining a driver’s license, or property retrieval from law enforcement.Implement Open City Advocates’ flex funds program, which provides clients with support for groceries, transportation, and education stipends, among other areas.Create network of reentry resources.In conjunction with the Open City Advocates team, create connections with social service providers in DC to streamline client referrals and ensure a warm handoff.Maintain a working knowledge of the social service landscape in DC, including the types of services that are available, such as job fairs for returning citizens.Assist with organizational systemic activities (when capacity allows).Attend systemic meetings and record notes in database.Provide administrative assistance to the Youth Leaders in Action of the DC Juvenile Justice Advisory Group.Other related administrative tasks, as needed.Qualifications: Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in criminal justice, human services, psychology, social work, or another related field is preferred.Experience with systems-involved youth and/or adults is strongly preferred.Experience exercising financial responsibility is preferred.Knowledge of trauma-informed practices is preferred.Working knowledge of social services and supports in the DC area is a plus.Commitment to working collaboratively with community partners.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to manage a wide variety of tasks.Must have a valid driver’s license.Number of Clients Served: We estimate the Reentry Coordinator will assist approximately 25-30 clients per year. Compensation & Benefits: Salary is $55,000 – $65,000, depending on experience.Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision insurance, with OCA covering 90% of an individual policy.Paid federal and DC holidays, sick leave, and 15 days of vacation.401(k) matching program (4% after first 3 months).Employer-sponsored short and long-term disability and life insurance after one year. Up to 12 weeks of parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Application Instructions: To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to Open City Advocates’ Legal Director, Raymond Ngu, at raymond@opencityadvocates.org. Application Deadline: We will review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis. 

Digital Evidence Property Custodian | Charles County Sheriff’s Office

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Digital Evidence Property Custodian

Apply by November 16, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This non-critical position requires an ability to oversee the creation, implementation, oversight and management of a Digital Evidence Property Repository. This position will require a technical knowledge of various computer systems that manage and organize various types of digital evidence received by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. The position will require the employee to routinely monitor the systems to ensure they are operating properly and that all evidence stored within is not corrupted. Contact with vendors and IT staff will be required. The position will also need to work in conjunction with various entities of the organization to ensure digital property and evidence is stored properly according to set standards. This position will also aid with normal property procedures and duties in the Property Management Section. Work is routine and regulated by standing orders. The employee receives supervision from, and reports directly to, the Commander, Property Management Section. Work is evaluated through observations, conferences, and reports.