Investigative Assistant Internship with The Arlington County, VA Police Department

Investigative Internship  

Arlington County Police Department

This position is located in the Criminal Investigations Division: Homicide/Robbery Unit. The purpose of the Investigative Assistant Intern is to provide direct assistance to the detectives in the Homicide/Robbery Unit, Burglary/Larceny Unit, Special Victims Unit and the General Assignment Unit.

-Interns will be directly involved interviewing victims and witnesses in a variety of cases such as assaults, threats, missing persons, domestic assaults, larcenies and other property crimes
-Interns will be provided with orientation and guidance on how to conduct these interviews and work on each case with the assigned detective

-This internship will acquaint the student with the investigative process by actually being a part of the investigations
-Interns will conduct interviews, document statements and provide input to the detectives on disposition of cases
-An intern’s work may lead to identifying suspects to be prosecuted

Interns accepted for this assignment will complete the process with true investigative experience. The intern will develop strategies and make recommendations to the Detective and the intern will work closely with the Detectives throughout the investigative process. The Detectives will involve the intern in all phases of the investigation and treat them as colleagues.

How To Apply: 

Complete this application https://www.arlingtonva.us/files/sharedassets/public/v/2/police/documents/intern-application1.pdf

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 100 (Introduction to Psychology) Fall 2024!

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for
PSYC 100 (Introduction to Psychology) Fall 2024!

Must be able for lectures on Tuesdays 

from 2:00 pm-3:40 pm.

Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2024 PSYC 100 UGTAs (Instructor Joseph Barnet).

Dr. Barnet is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs to assist with his PSYC 100 courses this upcoming spring semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or can earn course credit by enrolling in Psych 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Students that are selected and enroll in the PSYC 478 course will work collaboratively with the instructor and the teaching team. UGTA’s will also have the option (if interested) to deliver a mini lecture during the semester. UGTA’s benefit from exposure and experience to the teaching process, as well as experience in working collaboratively with a teaching team.

Eligibility for Applying:
• You must have taken PSYC100 at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

MUST BE AVAILABLE  AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TIMES:

TU 5:00pm-5:50 pm

W 10:00am-10:50 am

W 12:00pm - 12:50pm
W 1:00pm - 1:50pm

F 10:00 am-10:50 am

TA Responsibilities (9 hours per week for 3 credits; 6 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):
-Grading
-Regularly meeting with the teaching team
-Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
-Contributing to the enhancement and development of assignments and exams
-Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
-Providing feedback to the course instructor

Students that are interested in this position must be committed to pursuing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:
To apply, please send an email to Dr. Barnet jbarnet@umd.edu with a short paragraph of what makes you interested in becoming a UGTA for PSYC 100, as well as your unofficial transcript and (optionally) a resume/CV. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, May 9th or until position is filled.

Paid, Part-Time PSYC 221 Post-Bac Support Position for Fall 2024!

The Department of Psychology has a part-time, paid position to support one Social Psychology (PSYC 221 FC01) course section for the Fall 2024 semester.

The position is a Contingent I contract for up to 10 hours per week for the fall 2024 term. 

Responsibilities include:
-Overseeing the setup of classroom supplies, materials, and technologies.
-Facilitating classroom discussions and activities.
-Independently leading weekly discussion section meetings.
-Grading of writing assignments.
-Managing some aspects of the course ELMS page and administration (grades, emails, etc.)
-Meeting with individual students to discuss course, content and writing feedback.

Minimum requirements to be considered:
-Have graduated or will graduate in Spring or Summer 2024 with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UMD.
-Have earned at least an "A-" in PSYC 221 (or equivalent).
-Are available for class meetings on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 4:30 pm-5:45 pm. 
-Can offer evidence of high-level communication skills, particularly in writing, proofreading, and speaking.
-Can offer evidence of an organized, reliable work ethic and the ability to work independently as well as with teams of peers.
-Can offer evidence of technical proficiency with common software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Canvas).
-Can be trusted with sensitive and confidential information.
-Are excited about the idea of leading groups of students through activities, reviews, discussions.
-Have completed training on the Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (ter.ps/ferpa)

Strongest consideration given to candidates who:
-Took PSYC 221 @ UMD
-Have prior teaching assistantship experience.
-Have experience mentoring, advising or assisting other students.
-Have experience with clicker administration (e.g., syncing participant lists, creating questions, uploading grades to ELMS).

Application deadline: May 9th or until position is filled. Class begins on Monday, August 26th 

Instructions: 

Send the following to Dr. Joseph Barnet jbarnet@umd.edu attached as a single PDF document.

-Professionally formatted cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your fit with the minimum and preferred qualifications.
-An updated resume or C.V.
-A copy of your unofficial transcript (accessible from www.testudo.umd.edu/uotrans.

Applicants can expect to be contacted the following week with more information about interviews, which can be held in person or via Zoom. 

Just In Time Meetup: Wed. 5/8

The University Career Center is hosting the 

Just In Time Meetup 

on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 

from Noon to 3:00 pm in the Stamp Student Union, Atrium.

All UMD students, especially recent graduates, seniors, and juniors, are invited to come and network with employers from various industries.

Register https://umd.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/46697/student_preview?token=-qC8Ma48B5UochjVzcMvFjgxBYczTCXUM0V4zywkoTQVccc0Id2REg

Click “Join Event” (above) to reserve your spot at the meetup and receive event updates! This event is open to all UMD students. Questions? Contact the UCC Employer Relations Team at ucc-recruiting@umd.edu.

Full-time Post-bacc Research Coordinator Position for ADHD in Families Study

The UMD ADHD Program is seeking a full-time Faculty Specialist (Research Coordinator) with a
strong foundation in interventions research to begin in the summer of 2024 (ASAP). The Faculty Specialist will be primarily involved with the ADHD in Families Study (NIMH Collaborative R01 grant), a collaboration between the University of Maryland and Children’s National Hospital (PI: Dr. Andrea Chronis-Tuscano). The primary focus of this clinical trial is to test the comparative effectiveness of two different treatment strategies for parents who have ADHD and their young children with ADHD, using a hybrid effectiveness-implementation design. This is a one-year position (with the possibility of renewal for additional years, pending funding). Start date is early Summer 2024.

Responsibilities include:
o Weekly visits to pediatric primary care clinics for liaison with community partners and recruitment of participants
o Forming and maintaining relationships with primary care clinics/community stakeholders
o Scheduling and facilitating study assessments with families and members of the research team (i.e., psychologists, psychiatrists)
o Administering assessments with families and stakeholder members
o Facilitating regulatory activities (i.e., IRB, NIH reports)
o Data entry, management and processing in REDCAP and SPSS.

Necessary qualifications include: 1) a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field; 2) clinical research experience, preferably with interventions research; 3) proficiency with REDCAP and SPSS; 4) excellent organizational and communication skills within a multidisciplinary team; 5) comfortable driving/commuting in and around D.C.; 6) excellent interpersonal skills and comfort with building and facilitating community partnerships including in urban pediatric offices. Applicants who have a research background in ADHD, interventions, and/or community-based implementation research, will be given strongest consideration.

Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, their CV, and information for 3 references to Drs. Andrea Chronis-Tuscano (achronis@umd.edu) and Nadia Bounoua (nbounoua@umd.edu) with the subject line “ADHD in Families Faculty Specialist.” Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled. Email inquiries are welcome.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. A prior criminal conviction or convictions will not automatically disqualify a finalist from employment in the position. As this is a cross-site position, the position is contingent upon successfully securing Children's National Hospital's Special Category Volunteer Status and the applicant must comply with Children's National Hospital's policies.

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

PSYC Senior Celebration: Wednesday May 1st @ 12 Noon!

Dear PSYC Graduating Seniors!!

Congratulations! We look forward to celebrating each one of you!

Please join us on Wed, May 1 from 12-1pm in BPS 1140 for a PSYC Senior Awards Ceremony, followed by cake to celebrate YOU!

Please RSVP here, even if you cannot attend. We are also using this RSVP form to collect nominations for an MVP PSYC faculty award and would love to hear from you if you would like to nominate faculty or staff member.

We hope to see you there!

Paid Part-time Workplace Mentor/Job Coach

Paid Part-time Workplace Mentor/Job Coach
Hiring: Schedule and Compensation: Up to 12 hours per week 

with a flexible schedule, but regularly
including some hours between 10 am and 2 pm. Hourly rate: Up to $30/hour. Some PTO availability.

How To Apply:
For further information or to express your interest in the position, please contact:
gabrielcfyk@gmail.com

Schedule and Compensation: Up to 12 hours per week with a flexible schedule, but regularly including some hours between 10 am and 2 pm. Hourly rate: Up to $30/hour. Some PTO availability.

A dynamic young man with Down syndrome, Adrian, is looking for a job coach or mentor to support his work on campus with TerpsEXCEED. This employee’s responsibilities include participating with and supporting Adrian in presentation design and delivery; podcast and newsletter production; administrative tasks; promotional appearances on and off campus; and advocacy for people with disabilities.

The prospective candidate should have the ability to encourage the development of good problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of, and/or interest in, disability issues is a strong plus.

Responsibilities: 

-Provide personalized support and guidance in the workplace.
-Encourage the development of problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
-Support in designing and delivering presentations to undergraduate students.
-Facilitate the production of podcasts and newsletters, including content creation, planning, and editing.
-Attend weekly TerpsEXCEED staff meetings and synthesize meeting notes
-Accompany the participant on promotional appearances both on and off-campus.
-Monitor employee progress.
-Collaborate with the employee’s support team, attending biweekly team meetings and consulting with team members as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

-Strong organizational and communication skills.
-Empathetic and patient, with a genuine interest in fostering the personal and professional growth of others.
-Prior experience in mentoring, coaching, or working with individuals with disabilities.

Preferred:

-Knowledge of disability issues and a commitment to promoting inclusion.
-Experience with producing podcasts or newsletters.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 (Living the Good Life: Psychology of Happiness) Fall 2024!

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 234 (Living the Good Life: Psychology of
Happiness) Fall 2024!

Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2024 PSYC 234 UGTAs (Instructor: Abigail Nicolas). Dr. Nicolas is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs to assist with her PSYC 234 courses this upcoming fall semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or can earn course credit by enrolling in Psych 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Benefits include: exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process, building communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills; potential opportunities to give a short lecture or review; help co-facilitate discussions, and refresh your understanding of Positive Psychology.

Eligibility for applying:
• You must have taken PSYC234 at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities (9-10 hours per week for 3 credits; 6-7 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):
Must be able to attend Wednesday classes from 3:30-4:45 PM (or from 3:45 - 4:30pm at minimum)
Grading (including weekly submissions)
Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
Collaborating with and working under the guidance of the instructor and the Graduate TA and attend weekly meetingsHolding office hours to assist with student's course questions
Providing feedback to the course instructor about the course as it proceeds
Supporting course-related needs

** Students who apply and are interested in the TA position must first and foremost be invested and committed to creating an atmosphere that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form here. Applications submitted by Friday, May 31st will be provided first consideration and interviews for candidates will be conducted virtually in June. If you have any questions regarding the position or application, send an email to Dr. Abigail Nicolas at nicolasa@umd.edu.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 221 (Social Psychology) Fall 2024!

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for 

PSYC 221 (Social Psychology) Fall 2024!  

Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2024 PSYC 221 UGTAs (Instructor: Abigail Nicolas). Dr. Nicolas is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs to assist with her PSYC 221 courses this upcoming fall semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or can earn course credit by enrolling in Psych 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Benefits include: exposure to and experience with components of the teaching process, building communication, mentoring, and assignment assessment skills; potential opportunities to give a short lecture, discussion activity, or review; and refresh your understanding of Social Psychology.

Eligibility for applying:
• You must have taken PSYC221 at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities (9-10 hours per week for 3 credits; 6-7 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):
Grading (including weekly papers)
Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
Contributing to the enhancement and development of assignments and exams
Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
Providing feedback to the course instructor about the course as it proceeds
Supporting course-related needs

** Students who apply and are interested in the TA position must first and foremost be invested and committed to creating an atmosphere that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How To Apply:
To apply, please complete the application form here. Applications submitted by Friday, May 31st will be provided first consideration and interviews for candidates will be conducted virtually in June. If you have any questions regarding the position or application, send an email to Dr. Abigail Nicolas at nicolasa@umd.edu.

Want to get ahead and learn two of the most popular models in psychology? Register for PSYC489K Summer Session 1!

PSYC 489K Advanced Special Topic in Psychology: 

Mediation, Moderation, and Conditional
Process Analysis 

Summer I 2024

May 28-July 5, 2024

Instructor: Dr. Jacob Coutts

Fulfills a Theme III and 400 Level Non-Lab

Register on Testudo

Are you planning to go to graduate school or do research in the future? If so, you will need to learn about mediation and moderation analysis—the study of why and when effects exist, respectively. They are essential to your toolkit if you want to create a compelling scientific theory. In this class, you will grow in three domains:

R
Scared of R? An expert? Either way, you will improve your programming ability in a low-stakes environment. You will make cool visuals and analyze models using user-friendly packages.

Scientific reasoning
Discuss the challenges of establishing cause and effect in social science and how we can do better.

Data analysis
Learn to fit models to data and analyze the results in a range of topics including workplace discrimination, mental well-being, parenting practices, and more.

Whether you're interested in science or want to make it a career, this class will help you get ahead of the curve!

See You @ 12 Noon Today, Mon. 4/22, for PSYC Undergraduate Research Day!

PSYC Undergraduate 

Research Day 
Monday, April 22
12 Noon-1:00 pm
BRB Colonnade

Poster Presentation Directory

Engage with psychological research being conducted by PSYC Terps in the Department of Psychology. FREE Food! 

Take the Belonging and Community @ UMD Survey! Tell us about living and learning @ UMD!

The University’s

Belonging and Community at UMD survey is
officially open now through April 26, 2024.

Tell us about living, learning, and working at the University of Maryland. https://president.umd.edu/climate-survey

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for PSYC 221 (Social Psychology) Fall 2024!

Undergraduate Teaching Assistants needed for

PSYC 221 (Social Psychology) Fall 2024!

Must be available TTH 11:00 am-12:15 pm or

MW 2:00 pm-3:15 pm

for the Fall 2024 Semester

Applications are currently being accepted for Spring 2024 PSYC 221 UGTAs (Instructor Joseph Barnet). Dr. Barnet is currently seeking Undergraduate TAs to assist with his PSYC 221 courses this upcoming fall semester.

Those who are offered the position can choose to volunteer their time or can earn course credit by enrolling in Psych 478 for 2 or 3 credits.

Students that are selected and enroll in the PSYC 478 course will work collaboratively with the instructor and the teaching team. UGTA’s will also have the option (if interested) to deliver a mini lecture during the semester. UGTA’s benefit from exposure and experience to the teaching process, as well as experience in working collaboratively with a teaching team.

Eligibility for Applying:
• You must have taken PSYC221 at UMD and earned a grade of "A-", "A", or "A+".

TA Responsibilities (9 hours per week for 3 credits; 6 hours per week for 2 credits; at least 6 hours for volunteers):

-Grading

-Leading Exam Review Sessions
-Regularly meeting with the teaching team
-Administrative tasks (including Canvas-related tasks)
-Contributing to the enhancement and development of assignments and exams
-Holding office hours to assist with student's course questions
-Providing feedback to the course instructor

Students that are interested in this position must be committed to pursuing and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. This includes, but is not limited to, demonstrating empathy with students, respecting accommodations, and working collaboratively with individuals of diverse backgrounds, and making room for diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:
To apply, please send an email to Dr. Barnet jbarnet@umd.edu with a short paragraph of what makes you interested in becoming a UGTA for PSYC 221, as well as your unofficial transcript and (optionally) a resume/CV.  Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

How To Find An Internship Event: Friday 4/19

How to Find an Internship: Tips for BSOS Students, Special Emphasis for PSYC Students
April 19, 2024 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Virtual, Register

Are you eager to gain real-world experience through an internship but feel uncertain about where to start or what employers are looking for? Join us for a workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of finding an internship that aligns with your career goals and academic interests. This workshop is specifically for students in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences. It will be co-hosted by the staff from the Psychology Department who will share specific search strategies for PSYC Students and information about their internship for credit options. All BSOS students are welcome to attend and there will be search strategies useful for all students in the college.

Paid Maryland Administrator Pathways Internship! Eligible for PSYC 389 Credit. Application deadline is 4/30.

Maryland Administrator Pathways (MAP) is a unique 

program that pairs students with an on-campus
unit and exposes them to the inner workings of the university. 

This paid internship is designed for students with an interest in a career in higher education administration and will offer rehire potential and post-graduation employment opportunities!

Through this program, you will learn how the university operates on a day-to-day basis, including how resources are allocated, how decisions are made, and how different departments work together to achieve common goals. You will have the opportunity to interface with staff from a range of departments, learn about multiple functional areas of the university, and receive training and professional development for career readiness!

This internship qualifies for  PSYC 389 Experiential Learning

As a participant in the MAP program, 

you will benefit from:

-One-on-one mentorship from experienced administrators on campus
-The opportunity to work on projects and initiatives that align with your interests and career goals.
-Monthly professional development workshops and networking events with other MAP interns and university staff.
-The chance to build relationships with key staff on campus and a cohort of like-minded peers, while gaining exposure to different areas of the university.

How To Apply:
If you are interested in applying for the MAP program, please click here to learn more and apply! The deadline to apply is April 30, 2024.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the program, please don't hesitate to contact us at MAPintern@umd.edu.

Apply now to MAP your path to excellence in higher education administration!