Ask Me Anything: Federal Law Enforcement Careers Drop-In | College Park

Ask Me Anything: Federal Law Enforcement Careers Drop-In

October 29, 2025 |  1- 3 pm (Drop in hours) | UMD, College Park: Feller Center- Tydings Hall, Room 2118- Read more & register via Handshake 
Meet with federal law enforcement professionals to discover different entry points for college students and gain an understanding of the different job paths available. 

Still exploring career options? Start networking with professionals in this field today to learn more! This event will introduce you to professionals working in the field of federal law enforcement related to investigations. Drop in anytime to casually chat with the professionals about their career path, your career goals, application tips, and career options related to law enforcement, investigations, etc. 

Depending on demand, you may speak to professionals individually or in small groups. This networking event is open to all UMD undergraduate students, but will be especially helpful for CCJS majors. 

FBI Meet The Experts: Digital Operations Specialist & Digital Forensic Examiner | Virtual

Meet The Experts: Digital Operations Specialist & Digital Forensic Examiner

Thursday, October 30, 2025

11am-12pm

Virtual

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Today’s FBI is an intelligence-driven and threat-focused national security organization with both intelligence and law enforcement responsibilities that is staffed by a dedicated cadre of more than 37,000 agents, analysts, and other professionals who work around the clock and across the globe to protect the U.S. from terrorism, espionage, cyber attacks, and major criminal threats, and to provide its many partners with service, support, training and leadership. Join us for a facilitated information session by Baltimore’s FBI Recruiter Amani Wilson. This session will discuss the Bureau’s Digital Operations Specialist & Digital Forensic Examiner career opportunities and internship opportunities for college students and experienced professionals. This will be followed by a Q&A.

Meet with a federal law enforcement officer | College Park

This is worth a drive to College Park!

October 29, 2025 |  1- 3 pm (Drop in hours) | UMD, College Park: Feller Center- Tydings Hall, Room 2118- Read more & register via Handshake 
Meet with federal law enforcement professionals to discover different entry points for college students and gain an understanding of the different job paths available. 

Still exploring career options? Start networking with professionals in this field today to learn more! This event will introduce you to professionals working in the field of federal law enforcement related to investigations. Drop in anytime to casually chat with the professionals about their career path, your career goals, application tips, and career options related to law enforcement, investigations, etc. 

Depending on demand, you may speak to professionals individually or in small groups. This networking event is open to all UMD undergraduate students, but will be especially helpful for CCJS majors. 

2026 AFTE Training Seminar




AFTE is a non-profit organization (www.afte.org) composed of an international community of forensic science practitioners (sworn officers and civilians) involved in the collection, reconstruction, and scientific analysis of firearm and tool-related crime scene evidence. We are the real-world forensic experts working behind the scenes to make your communities safer. The AFTE Annual Training Seminar brings together organization members and related professionals to unveil emerging research and technology, share lessons learned from complex investigations/analysis, attend specialized workshops, implement best practices, and to address the latest challenges and advances in our profession. We are offering a special student registration price for the upcoming 2026 AFTE seminar. Attendee registration is expected to open early December 2025.) This seminar would be a great opportunity for students to practice public speaking skills, get their name/face out there, build their CV and invest in internships!

Law School Fair-THIS WEEK! | College Park

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The Pre-Law Advising Office’s annual Law School Fair returns Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Over 70 law schools from around the country plus LSAT prep companies will be in the Colony Ballroom of the Stamp Student Union from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Speak directly with law school admissions staff, collect info and school swag, snag a fee waiver, and more. This event is open to University of Maryland, College Park students of all levels & alumni as well as other students in the Washington, DC region. It’s a great experience even if you’re not applying right now. Registration is not required. Contact Nicki Kern (nkern@umd.edu) with any questions!

Careers in Social Work Panel




 Careers in Social Work PanelWednesday, October 22, 20255 – 6 pmVirtualRegister via Handshake

Interested in pursuing a career in social work? Join us for a panel discussion with professionals working in and around this amazing social service field. Learn about the different specializations of Social Work, applying to MSW Programs, as well as the career options available within this highly versatile field.


Undergraduate UMD Psychology students are especially encouraged to attend this event. This event is open to all current UMD undergraduate and graduate students.


Panelists:
Trauma Therapist | MSW, LMSW, LSWAIC
Clinical Care Manager | LCSW
Psychotherapist, Social Worker | LCSW-C
Founder & Executive Director | LICSW, LCSW-C


Hosted by the Feller Center, the Department of Psychology, and the PSYC Career Alumni Network.

BSOS Career Chat: Law School | Oct 7 | Virtual

BSOS Career Chat: Law School

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Virtual

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BSOS Career Chat: Law School Insights from a First-Year Student


Thinking about law school? Join us for a candid conversation with a recent alum who’s navigating her first year of law school. She’ll share practical tips on the application process, what her decision process was like, and what to expect once you’re in. This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered in a supportive setting. Bonus: This session is a great way to prepare for the upcoming Law School Fair — you’ll leave with new insights and questions for the law school reps.