Meet students and establish a brand on campus by helping students connect academic experiences with career options at your organization.
BSOS Recruiting Events
BSOS coordinates signature networking and recruiting events for the career areas in high demand by our majors.
BSOS Industry Career Chats
Do you have 30-minutes to talk about your job or industry on a Zoom call? Students want to hear from you! We are scheduling short virtual sessions with alumni/employers to share their career paths, industry/job insights, and/or tips for applying to your industry with students.
The areas below are of particular interest. Express interest by emailing bsoscareers@umd.edu, and we will reach out to you when we have an opportunity.
- Federal Government
- Legal Services/Lawyer
- International Relations
- Intelligence/Counter-terrorism
- Public Policy
- Data Analysis in social sciences
- Political: Campaigns, Lobbying
- Counseling/Mental Health
- GIS/Remote Sensing
- Hearing & Speech Sciences
- Helping professions (healthcare, social services, social justice)
Classroom Presentations
We invite employers and alumni to classes to discuss how course content relates to specific career fields. Professionals from various industries can offer insights to students in the classroom. Employers have participated in class panels, networking events, and served as speakers on various topics in the past. If you are interested in participating in a classroom presentation, express interest by emailing bsoscareers@umd.edu, and we will add you to the volunteer list we share with faculty.
Presentations are dependent on the class curriculum established by the course instructor and their availability.
Intern Spotlight
Do you have a current intern that is a BSOS major that is willing to share their experiences? We have several ways to incorporate their stories on our website, in classes, etc. This will also strengthen your brand on campus. Email bsoscareers@umd.edu to express interest.
University Career Center Volunteer Programs
Many BSOS majors participate in the University Career Center's campus-wide events. The University Career Center offers different ways to connect with our talented Terps. Through the volunteer programs listed below, you can share your own career story, advice, experience, industry tips and general feedback. These events help brand your organization, can lead to lasting connections, and provide opportunities to network with future talent.
- Workplace Visits
- Career Preparation
- Serve on a Panel or Conduct a Workshop
- Volunteer for Good Neighbor Day
- Post local Volunteer Opportunities
Read more about these events.
