BSOS Undergraduate Majors: Need professional clothing for an upcoming fair, interview, internship, or networking event?
The Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning is sponsoring the Suit Yourself Award, which supports BSOS students who need financial assistance in order to purchase professional clothing for an upcoming interview, networking event, or professional conference.
Applications will be accepted on August 16, 2025 and the priority deadline is September 12, 2025 at 12 pm. Rolling application deadline until funds have been exhausted.
This is a one-time $200 award to current BSOS undergraduate students. Questions? Contact the Feller Center’s Career Planning team via email, bsoscareers@umd.edu.
All UMD students are welcome to attend the 2024 Fall Career & Internship fair, an annual event showcasing local, regional, and national employers all seeking to hire Terps! This is our largest recruiting event of the semester.
Attention UMD students interested in global careers overseas! Register to learn more about future career paths that might take you abroad. Following the moderated conversation, there will be time for a student Q&A. The event is open to all current University of Maryland students.
Attention UMD students interested in careers in various helping professions! Register to discover more about future career paths for individuals who want to make a meaningful impact. Following the moderated conversation, there will be time for a student Q&A. The event is open to all current University of Maryland students.
Register on Handshake The University of Maryland’s Pre-Law Advising Office is partnering with the University Career Center & The President’s Promise to present the UMD Law School Fair on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Stamp Student Union, Grand Ballroom.
This event provides a unique opportunity for students and alumni considering law school to meet face-to-face with law school admissions representatives from across the country. Over 100 law schools typically attend this event. Suggested attire for this event is business casual.
This event is open to University of Maryland, College Park students & alumni, and other students in the Washington, DC region.
Click register on Handshake to reserve your spot at the fair and receive event updates! Missed pre-registration? That’s okay! On-site registration will be available for ALL University of Maryland students and alumni as well as to students and alumni from other local schools with relevant career interests/backgrounds.
The Gaithersburg Police Department is a nationally accredited agency dedicated to creating a better quality of life for everyone in Gaithersburg, in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. Our officers are highly trained and our progressive department is guided by the agency’s values: Service, Integrity, and Respect.
The department’s size is just right for those who want a law enforcement career with a variety of assignments and opportunities for advancement. We pride ourselves in offering the best equipment, training, and technology to our officers.
The department is looking for ambitious people seeking careers in law enforcement; and our application process for entry level police officers and lateral/certified police officers is ongoing. The process establishes a standing eligibility list for future Department vacancies; positions are filled based on operational needs. Individuals with prior experience as a police officer may be given preference.
Applicants will be considered in the category for which they qualify, as outlined below:
POLICE OFFICER CANDIDATE (POC):
Entry level candidates who have no previous law enforcement experience; or
Candidates with law enforcement experience but who are not currently certified or have not been certified within the past 3 years as a police officer through the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC), including all non-Maryland certified Police Officers.
MARYLAND CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER (PO I):
Must be currently certified as a Police Officer through the MPCTC or hold an MPCTC certification issued within the last 3 years (you must have an MPCTC number); and
Must have current or previous work experience as a law enforcement officer with a Maryland law enforcement agency.
Job Functions
The Gaithersburg Police Department provides law enforcement-related services to more than 71,000 residents. City officers respond to calls for service as necessary and utilize a data driven approach to solve problems and to deal with issues affecting the safety and quality of life in all City neighborhoods.
As a Police Officer Candidate, you will:
Attend and successfully complete a Maryland certified law enforcement training academy designed to provide training in police methods and procedures including but not limited to patrol functions, crime prevention, law enforcement, investigation, and identification techniques, equipment, legal obligations, police records and reports, first aid, weapons, effective and professional communication, emergency vehicle operation, and physical fitness.
Receive instruction in the City of Gaithersburg Police Department’s organization, chain of command, and rules, regulations, and procedures.
May provide administrative or other clerical tasks in support of department functions and services when not attending academy training.
Participate in in-service and special training programs as assigned.
As a Police Officer I, you will:
On an assigned shift, operate a patrol vehicle, bicycle, or walk to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons, and disturbances of law and order.
Respond to radio dispatches and answer calls and complaints; investigate crimes, traffic accidents, and domestic disputes.
Issue traffic citations; serve warrants and summonses; make arrests and testify in court.
Direct traffic, provide police escorts, perform residential and commercial checks.
Fill out arrest records, prepare reports and records, transport prisoners.
Participate in in-service and special training programs as assigned.
The Public Service Expo brings together representatives of the nation’s top public policy and international affairs graduate programs and employers seeking highly qualified individuals committed to public service under one roof. Undergraduates, graduate students, and professionals can benefit from the expertise and guidance they can access through this event.
Current Exhibitors include:
American University, School of International Service
American University, School of Public Affairs
Brandeis University, The Heller School for Social Policy and Management
Brown University, Master of Public Affairs
Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College
Cornell University, Brooks School MPA Program
Baruch College CUNY, Marxe School of Public and International Affairs
Columbia University, School of International and Public Affairs
Duke University, Sanford School of Public Policy
Fordham University, Graduate Program in International Political Economy and Development
Fulbright Program
George Mason University, Schar School of Policy and Government
George Washington University, Elliott School of International Affairs
George Washington University, Milken Institute School of Public Health
George Washington University, Trachtenberg School of Public Policy & Public Administration
Georgetown University, School of Foreign Service
Georgetown University, McCourt School of Public Policy
Harvard University, Kennedy School
Indiana University, Bloomington O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs
Institute for International Education (IIE)
Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies
New York University, Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
Northeastern University, School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs
Penn State, School of International Affairs
Penn State, School of Public Policy
Pepperdine University, School of Public Policy
ProFellow
RAND School of Public Policy
Rice University, Master of Global Affairs
Rutgers University, Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
Schwarzman Scholars
Seton Hall University, School of Diplomacy and International Relations
Stanford University, Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Syracuse University, Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs
Texas A&M University, Bush School of Government and Public Service
The New School
The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Tufts University, The Fletcher School
Tulane University, John Lewis Public Administration Program, School of Professional Advancement
University at Albany, Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy
University of Arkansas, Clinton School of Public Service
University of California Berkeley, Goldmann School of Public Policy
University of California Riverside, School of Public Policy
University of California San Diego, School of Global Policy and Strategy
University of Chicago, Harris School of Public Policy
University of Connecticut, School of Public Policy
University of Denver, Josef Korbel School of International Studies
University of Maryland, School of Public Policy
University of Michigan, Ford School of Public Policy
University of Minnesota, Humphrey School of Public Affairs
University of Notre Dame, Keough School of Global Affairs
University of Pittsburgh, School of Public and International Affairs
University of Southern California, Price School of Public Policy
U.S. House of Representatives, Human Capital Office
Attendees of the Expo receive unparalleled access to decision-makers in the admissions process at the nation’s top policy schools and employers in public service. Questions? Phone: (667) 288-0316 | Email: office@ppiaprogram.org
Prepare to embark on your professional journey with confidence by attending our workshop tailored for graduating seniors. This session will provide you with essential strategies to effectively manage the job search process in today’s challenging market. You’ll gain valuable insights into application techniques, learn how to leverage networking opportunities, and understand how to navigate the complexities of a competitive job environment. Our experienced career advisors will offer guidance and share practical tips to help you build a successful job search strategy. Whether you’re aiming for a specific industry or exploring a range of opportunities, this workshop is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed. Take advantage of this chance to enhance your career readiness and make a smooth transition from university to the professional world.
Want to improve your resume? Submit it for review by the Feller Center’s Career Planning team and receive personalized tips and wording suggestions via email, typically within one week.
BSOS students have been invited to join the IN NETWORK. IN NETWORK is a Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area-based non-profit organization committed to informing, inspiring, and innovating futures in national security.
Through workshops, networking opportunities, and mentorship, IN NETWORK seeks to inform, inspire, and innovate futures in intelligence and national security. Join for free. Read more.
Whether you’re a current student or recent graduate, IN Network can provide the knowledge, skills, and network you need to excel in this critical field.
Discover Cutting-Edge Insights: Gain insights from industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners at the forefront of national security innovation.
Expand Your Network: Connect with peers, mentors, and leaders across government agencies, private sector firms, and nonprofit organizations.
Propel Your Career: Access exclusive career development resources, and connect to internship and job opportunities to kick start or advance your career in national security.
7/31 – International Spy Museum: “Covert Cocktails” in Washington, DC. A chance to meet spies including former agents from the CIA, FBI, US military, and other members of the intelligence community.
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