U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Summer 2012 Research Experiences

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Summer 2012 Research Experiences
 
Undergraduates, Graduate Students, and Faculty

http://www.orau.gov/dhseducationprograms


DHS HS-STEM Summer Internship Program

• Undergraduate students
• 10 week research experience
• $5,000 stipend plus travel expenses
• Areas of research:
• Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological/life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management, social sciences
• Projects offered at:
• National research laboratories: Argonne, Idaho, Lawrence Livermore, Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, Sandia, Savannah River
• DHS laboratories: Transportation Security Laboratory
• Other research facilities, including Air Force Research Laboratory, Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute, National Institute of Standards and Technology
• Locations include CA, CO, ID, IL, MD, NM, NJ, OH, SC, TN, WA, VA
• U.S. citizenship required
• Application deadline: January 5, 2012

DHS Summer Research Team Program for Minority Serving Institutions

• Early career faculty teamed with undergraduate and graduate students
• 10-week summer research experiences at university-based DHS Centers of Excellence nationwide
• Faculty and student stipends, housing allowances, travel expenses
• Areas of research:
• Homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics
• Faculty apply for up to $50,000 in follow-on funding at end of summer
• U.S. citizenship required
• Faculty application deadline: January 8, 2012

Questions regarding DHS Education Programs can be sent via e-mail to dhsed@orau.org.

Engineering Positions in Recruit-A-Duke, Nov 30, 2011

Entry level software engineers & programmers (9860)
Addon Technologies Inc - Livonia,MI, Michigan

Knowledge in C, C++, Java, .NET and/or other programming languages will be helpful. Experience in object-oriented coding design is a plus. Knowledge in Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) knowledge and experience (Oracle, DB2, SQL, Sybase, and MySQL) will be helpful.
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level

FAA Design Competition

Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Intern Program 2012

Zenith Technologies (job openings in Harrisonburg, VA)

Company: Zenith Technologies (Zentek Automation)

Title: Validation (Commissioning & Qualification) Engineer
Location: Harrisonburg, VA

Company Overview:
Zenith Technologies, founded in 1998, is a leader in worldwide systems integration solutions. Zenith has built its legacy upon a commitment to sustainable profitable growth, ISO accredited quality, and direct and honest relationships with their clients.
In 2002, following five years of rapid growth from our headquarters in Ireland, Zenith Technologies expanded into a global organization with the opening of their Singapore office. Today Zenith’s global presence includes offices in Ireland, England, Singapore, Germany, India and the United States.
Our team of nearly 300 experienced professionals delivers specialized process measurement, automation and MES solutions to the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Chemical and Oil & Gas industries.

Description:
Zenith Technologies’ has multiple opportunities for Junior level Engineers to perform automation installation and qualification (AIQ) activities in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Candidates will be responsible for interfacing with the client to gather requirements to understand the client’s needs. Candidates will then write and execute automation installation and qualification documents following a template ensuring everything is following cGMP and GAMP regulations. The candidates will then validate the performance qualification of the documents ensuring all of the client’s requirements are met.

Qualification:

• BS Engineering degree, Chemical Engineering preferred
• Have the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities while adhering to deadlines without compromising on standards
• Interest in working on the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or life science industries
• Experience working in a biotech/pharma manufacturing environment is a plus
• Knowledge of GMP, cGMP and GAMP is a plus

Tom Baker
Recruiter, U.S.
Office:  +1 610 234 3244
Fax:  +1 610 825 4310
Email: tom.baker@zenithtechnologies.com

www.zenithtechnologies.com

"Leaders in Automation, Process Control and MES Solutions"

Intern for Spring Term

Engineering Solutions & Construction Management, PLC is starting their process of selecting an intern for the Spring 2012 and Summer 2012.

The ideal candidate will have taken an AutoCAD class either in high school or in college.  During the school year, the schedule is flexible and the student would be able to work 8-15 hours a week.  During the summer, the student would be full time.

Our specialty is civil engineering and structural engineering.  We work with homeowners, business owners, architects, and other professionals.  If you are interested and have experience using AutoCAD (either in a classroom setting or in a business), please email Jack Cash your resume.  Jack’s email is jack@engsoln.com  If you have any questions, please email Jack and he can describe his internship that he has had with us for over year.

Paying jobs at Shenandoah National Park

The Shenandoah National Park has started a Preventive Search and Rescue Program (PSAR).  We are recruiting students that have an interest in GIS that are physically fit and have good people skills.  Basically the students in these positions educate the public regarding trail conditions and how to hike safely in the park.  The students also assist in carryouts and conduct trail patrols of the high use trails.  We also would like to create a GIS layer for Search and Rescue history in the park.  We may not have housing available, so a student who lives in the area would be good.  These are paid positions GS 4 $13.41/hour.  Depending on where a student would rate out, it might be a GS 3 position.  Do you have any students that may be interested?  Or would it be possible for Bob Sloop and/or I to meet with you?  We just received notification that we have to have our positions hired by Jan.

I will be out of town the week of Nov 29.  If you have any questions or
recommendations feel free to contact Bob Sloop at 540-999-3500 x 3217, his
email is Robert_Sloop@nps.gov.

We look forward to hearing from you.
Lora

Lora Peppers
Shenandoah National Park
540-999-3500 x3211
540-908-1628 (cell)

U.S. Dept of Homeland Security summer internship research opportunities at national labs

Engineering Positions in Recruit-A-Duke, Nov 23, 2011

IT Recruiter (8741)
TEKsystems - , Virginia

Qualified candidates for the Recruiter position will:

•Develop recruiting strategies designed to identify qualified candidates through various recruiting tools
•Evaluate candidates’ strengths compared with clients’ requirements by, for example, evaluating, screening, and interviewing the candidate.
•Negotiate wage rates and other ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level

RosettaStone game Jam

Get in the Game. At Rosetta Stone® Student Game Jam 2012.

Rosetta Stone Student Game Jam 2012
March 23-25, 2011
Arlington, Virginia

We're looking for students who like to code, compete and most importantly win. So bring your game face and gaming ability to Rosetta Stone’s turf to prove you’ve got skills. Work with some pals to build and create something that will inspire us, motivate us and utterly floor us in 36 hours or less. Come see if your big ideas can help you win big.

To apply, submit the names and resumes of your team members along with a team cover letter on why you have what it takes to compete to GameJam@RosettaStone.com by January 15, 2012.

Teams must consist of 2-3 students (currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and graduates of December 2011 or later) with at least one game developer with programming experience using Flash, XNA, OpenGL, PyGame, etc. You will be asked to provide an example of past creations of any form or level in order to qualify. All team members must be 18 years of age or over to participate, or be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times during their participation. Sorry, no professional gamers.

http://rosettastonegamejam.com/

HNI Job Opportunities

HNI Corporation is the second-largest office furniture manufacturer in the world, and the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of gas- and wood-burning fireplaces.
In 2008 the Corporation was recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of America’s Most Admired Companies in the furniture industry. The Corporation was also recognized by IndustryWeek in 2007 as one of the 50 Best Manufacturing Companies for the fifth consecutive year.

HNI Corporation's common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol HNI.


http://hnicareers.com/

JME T-Shirts

Hey everyone!

The James Madison University Engineering Club (JME) is once again selling School of Engineering (SOE) T-shirts, Long-sleeved T-shirts, and hoodies!
This year the Price Range is:
-T-shirts: $15
-Long-sleeved: $18
-Hoodies: $25
We can get almost any color you would like in any size you'd like. So come on out and show your SOE pride!

All orders are to be submitted to me (Corey Allison) in person with cash or check in one of the 3rd floor HHS study rooms (unless otherwise stated).
My availability:
-Thursday(today): 3:00pm-6:30pm
-Monday(the 28th): 1:30-3:30pm
-Tuesday(the 29th): 1:30-3:30pm
-Thursday(the 1st): 1:30-3:30pm
-Friday(the 2nd): 12:30-2:30pm

My Cell: 757-869-9259
***Call or txt me when trying to find me.

Please note; if we get enough orders before the Thanksgiving holiday, they will be in before Christmas break. So think of your family and friends when placing those orders!

Hope to see everyone soon!

Corey Allison
James Madison University
Engineering 2014

Allisocp@dukes.jmu.edu

ResearchGate

ResearchGate is the largest professional network for scientists and researchers with over 1.3 million members worldwide and it is completely free. One of our most exciting features is Topics, where users can ask questions, get answers and exchange ideas with other researchers and specialists from within their discipline e.g. http://www.researchgate.net/topic/Engineering3/
Within ResearchGate members can:
§  search through 7 major databases simultaneously (including PubMed, Citeseer & IEEE)
§  gain access to over 45 million abstracts and download thousands of full publications for free
§  search through thousands of conferences
§  search for job positions in science and research using the largest online niche job board

Take a look at ResearchGate:

researchgate.net

Find out more about ResearchGate:

Technician Online

http://www.technicianonline.com/features/social-media-fortifies-bond-between-scientists-1.2597289

Should you have any questions or require further information please don’t hesitate to get in contact.

Kind Regards,

Austin


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Austin Keeble
Communications - North America

ResearchGate GmbH
Invalidenstr. 115, 10115 Berlin, Germany
http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Austin_Keeble/

SMART Scholarship Program

I am writing to make you aware of a unique scholarship program for your students in STEM fields that also includes a job placement with the Department of Defense.  The SMART Scholarship for Service Program will pay for all educational expenses for a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. program, and then provide unique opportunities for students to work upon graduation as research scientists or engineers on cutting edge technology in world class Department of Defense facilities. A comprehensive list of facilities can be found on the SMART website: http://smart.asee.org/sponsoring_facilities

SMART Scholars receive:

·         Full tuition to any accredited U.S. university

·         A very generous stipend while in school ranging from $25,000 - $41,000 per year

·         Book allowance - $1,000

·         Health insurance contribution

·         Paid Summer internships

·         A job placement at a participating Department of Defense facility. Scholars commit to one year working for every academic year of funding.

We currently have seven (7) started applications from current JMU students and would like to see that number grow.  The application deadline is December 15, 2011. For more information, please visit http://smart.asee.org/.  Please let me know if you have any questions.

Eric Hurwitt
Program Director
ASEE SMART Scholarship Program Team
American Society for Engineering Education
1818 N Street N.W.
Suite 600
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: 202-331-3524
Email: e.hurwitt@asee.org
Web: http://smart.asee.org

Engineering Positions in Recruit-A-Duke, Nov 15, 2011

Entry-Level Technical Analyst (9748)
ExcelaCom - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Reston, Virginia
Washington, District of Columbia

LOOKING FOR A HANDS-ON OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A CUTTING-EDGE, HIGH-GROWTH IT CONSULTING FIRM?

Excelacom is a global business and IT consulting, systems integration, and outsourcing services provider. Founded in 2000, Excelacom combines proven methodologies, best practices, and technology solutions to enable our clients to effectively utilize the ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level

Air Traffic Management (ATM) Analysts (9743)
Metron Aviation, Inc. - Dulles, Virginia

Metron Aviation, Inc. is seeking Junior, Mid and Senior Air Traffic Management (ATM) Analysts to provide technical assistance to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Organization for multiple projects in the airport surface operations domain. The candidate will support analysis, validation, and evaluation of new airport surface ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level

Environmental Analysts in Air Transportation (9742)
Metron Aviation, Inc. - Dulles, Virginia

Metron Aviation, Inc. is seeking Junior and Senior Environmental Analysts to provide technical assistance to Energy and Environmental Group customers such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) for multiple projects in the energy and environment domain. The candidate will support pro ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level

System Engineers (9744)
Metron Aviation, Inc. - Dulles, Virginia

Metron Aviation is seeking Junior, Mid and Senior System Engineers to be part of a dynamic team. Metron Aviation is a collaborative environment that fosters advanced research, concept exploration, product development and interaction with the nation’s leading aviation subject matter experts. Metron Aviation prides itself on a work environment w ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level

Associate Strategic Analyst (9719)
Royall & Company - Richmond, Virginia

Attention December Grads!

Royall & Company, a forward-thinking direct response marketing company involved in student recruitment for more than 200 colleges and universities nationwide, has a great opportunity for an Associate Strategic Analyst in Richmond, Va.
APPLY ONLINE at: www.royall.com.
Do you have strong analytical skills? Are yo ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level

Inside Sales Associate (9691)
LivingSocial - Washington, District of Columbia

LivingSocial is growing—fast. We’re redefining localized online advertising and social commerce, all while building a great company and cultivating superb talent. The explosive growth and success of LivingSocial has been recognized by media outlets new and renowned, from TechCrunch to The Wall Street Journal. To help fuel our growth, LivingS ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level

Teach for America

Teach For America is seeking teachers for Technology and Engineering positions.

http://www.teachforamerica.org/why-teach-for-america/how-to-apply

There are still 2 more deadlines coming up next semester if you’d like to apply for this great program.

About Hunger & Resilience

Applications available for HD Fellowship

Every year the Center for International Stabilization and Recovery/Mine Action Information Center at JMU selects one person to serve as the JMU Frasure-Kruzel-Drew Humanitarian Demining Fellow at the US Department of State. This is a prestigious, one-year paid internship position in the Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement in the DOS's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs. The Fellow must either be a JMU student or a recent graduate of JMU. The chosen intern must be able to receive a SECRET security clearance, which can take 4-5 months to complete.

The deadline to apply is December 2, 2011. Interviews will take place in mid-January. The tenure for the next internship is September 2012-August 2013 (this can vary slightly depending on when the security clearance is obtained).

The lucky intern is tasked with a variety of duties--everything from researching, writing reports, and creating PowerPoint presentations to assisting program managers develop country plans for mine action and helping to oversee country programs for the WRA office.
 It's likely that he or she will also travel overseas some during the year. Previous fellows have traveled to Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Colombia, Peru, Senegal, Sudan, and Sri Lanka. This year the pay is $15.95 per hour for a 40-hour-per-week job.

For application materials and more information, please visit: http://cisr.jmu.edu/fellowship
It is important that applicants study this information carefully and access the material provided via links to other websites. A strong applicant is one who has made an effort to read up on landmines and the Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement, in addition to having other outstanding qualifications.

--
Geary Cox II
Ph.D. student, Non-profit Leadership
School of Leadership Studies
James Madison University

Program Coordinator and Project Manager
Center for International Stabilization and Recovery
James Madison University
Website: http://cisr.jmu.edu
Facebook: http://facebook.com/jmucisr
Twitter: http://twitter.com/cisrjmu

Engineering Positions in Recruit-A-Duke, Nov 8, 2011

IT Consultant /Intern (9648)
CGI - Fairfax, Virginia

Are you passionate about solving business problems using technology? Are you an out-of-the box thinker with excellent communication skills and a strong interest in supporting federal clients? If so, CGI Federal is interested in speaking with you! We are currently seeking rising seniors with strong academic backgrounds and leadership experience. ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level, Internship - Paid

Business Health Analyst (9662)
Data Networks Corporation - Reston, Virginia

The primary focus for this role is to serve as subject matter expert and facilitator for developing strategic planning documents for enterprise-level health systems primarily focused on health care administration business areas.
The Health Analyst analyzes complex administrative problems to be solved with automated systems. This individual prep ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level

Student Trainee (Human Resources) (9669)
Department of the Navy-the Office of Civilian Human Resources - Bethesda, Maryland
Indian Head, Maryland
Washington, District of Columbia

The Department of the Navy’s (DON) Human Resources (HR) Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) is a developmental program designed to prepare high-achieving college students with the necessary knowledge, skills and experience to serve as an integral part of the DON’s HR community upon obtaining their college degree. This is a Student Train ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level, Part Time, Internship - Paid

Jr Systems Engineer - Technical Support (9638)
Tyrula LLC - McLean , Virginia

We are are growing, fun loving company located in McLean VA. We work hard and hire only smart people. Fun won't last long if we slack off or don't have hard working people.

We need some graduates from JMU to join us. Even if it is to gloat in front of the few Hokies we have @ Tyrula - That is, if they ever loose to JMU again.

Looking ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Experienced Hire, Full Time - Entry Level, Internship - Paid

Undergrads Guide to the GRE, Thursday, November 10, 7-8pm, Showker Hall, G5

Thinking about grad school? Need to take the GRE? Don't know much about it? Then come out to the Undergrad's Guide to the GRE! The Junior Class and Career & Academic Planning are cosponsoring this event aimed at students considering graduate programs and needing to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). A representative from JMU Test Prep Program will be presenting. The JMU Test Prep Program is offered through JMU Outreach and Engagement. Undergrad's Guide to the GRE will be held in Showker Hall G-5 on Thursday, November 10, at 7-8 PM! Cookies, cupcakes, and Rice Krispy treats will be served! Questions? Contact Keith Zirkle at zirklekw@dukes.​jmu.edu.

Dream Share Project

The Dream Share Project is a feature-length documentary film that explores how successful people have gone about chasing their dreams. The film follows co-creators Chip Hiden and Alexis Irvin on a cross country road trip as they interview successful individuals and learn from their stories about discovering one’s passion, committing to a dream, dealing with setbacks, and redefining success for the Millennial generation.

This film features eye-opening advice and anecdotal wisdom from an Olympic skier, one of the original Latin Kings of Comedy, a renowned slam poet, a Project Runway fashion designer, the CEO of a substantial flip flop company, the producer of Austin City Limits, the founder of South by Southwest Festival, and many more!

In addition to a screening of the film, co-creators Chip Hiden and Alexis Irvin will conduct a workshop, connecting with students to help them with identifying and ultimately pursuing their dreams.

Got a dream? Come and experience the Dream Share Project on Monday, November 7th 6:30-8:30 in Harrison 2105!

Peace Corps Information Session This Week

Good afternoon!  The following employers will be on campus this week, November 7th - 11th, conducting information sessions.

Peace Corps - Tuesday, November 8 @ 5:00pm, Festival Conference Room 3

These sessions will be informative opportunities for students to learn more about the employers and their job opportunities and careers.  They will also be excellent chances to network and establish professional contacts.  Be sure to dress professionally and also bring several copies of your resume.

If you have any questions, contact us at recruitaduke@jmu.edu. We look forward to seeing you there!

Good luck!

James Madison University
Career and Academic Planning
Employer Relations and Recruiting Services

Go Viral to Improve Health: IOM-NAE Health Data Collegiate Challenge

Accelerated Master's Degree in Systems Engineering from U.Va.

AMP-lify your career! 
The University of Virginia Accelerated Master's Degree in Systems Engineering for working professionals 
Join us for a Regional Information Session to be held at the CAER
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
6:00 - 7:30 P.M. 

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Event Details 

When:  Wednesday, November 9, 2011 -  6:00 - 7:30 P.M.

Where: Center for Advanced Engineering & Research Multi-Purpose Room
               1173 Research Way, Forest, VA 24551

Click here for directions to the CAER.

Parking is available adjacent to the building.

Registration:  Register to attend by clicking here or
                           by e-mailing accmp@virginia.edu
              
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More about AMP

The University of Virginia Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) in Systems Engineering is designed for working professionals eager to enhance their skills and advance their careers. AMP students earn their master's degrees in one year while continuing to work full-time.  The AMP program  includes two weeks in residence and twenty Friday-Saturday weekends in Charlottesville with full-time faculty and extraordinary classmates. A new cohort begins in May 2012.   For additional information about AMP click here.  
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About the CAER

The Center for Advanced Engineering & Research is a non-profit organization within Virginia's Region 2000 Partnership that creates working relationships between high-tech industries, major R&D centers and university researchers, and facilitates professional development opportunities for scientists and engineers in the region.
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Engineering Positions in Recruit-A-Duke, Nov 2, 2011

Advisory TECH Intern Nationwide 2012 (9610)
PricewaterhouseCoopers - nationwide, United States

Are you interested in the opportunity to work for an industry-leading company that services Fortune 500 companies, and will give you the experience and exposure you need to build your career? If you are, then PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (www.pwc.com/us) is the firm for you. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC US) is well placed to help clients meet ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Internship - Paid

Insurance Claim Representative (9599)
Berkley Net Underwriters - Woodbridge, Virginia

Claims Representative
Mission of Berkley Net ClaimsA world class provider of claim and managed care services; utilizing the best practices in claim management, managed care initiatives and technology to achieve superior outcomes through reduction of paid loss and allocated loss adjustment expenses. This focus of loss cost red ... view detailsPOSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level

New College Grad - Associate Software Engineer (9613)
Symantec - Herndon, Virginia

Company Overview
Symantec is a global leader in providing security, storage and systems management solutions to help our customers – from consumers and small businesses to the largest global organizations – secure and manage their information-driven world against more risks at more points, more completely and efficiently. Our software and ... view details
POSITION TYPE:
Full Time - Entry Level