9/9/14

The inside scoop on staying engaged and up-to-date with the Psychology major!

The psychology undergraduate newsletter provides a weekly update on the latest course information, upcoming events, and currently available job, internship, and research opportunities relating to your major! Find past issues here. If you would like to start receiving the Psych Scoop directly to your inbox, send a request to: psyadvis@umn.edu.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
1.Drop-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline September 15th
EVENTS
3.CLA Internship Fair Prep Workshops
4.Community Involvement Fair - September 16th
5.Learning Abroad Fall Fair
6.Interviews on Campus
RESEARCH
7.Child Psychology Research Opportunity
8.Research Opportunity with the Adolescent Depression Study
9.Mazzocco Math and Numeracy lab
ENGAGEMENT
10.Take Your Professor To Lunch!
GRADUATE SCHOOL
11.Spring and Fall CSULB Master's Application
JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
12.Behavioral Dimension
13.Full Time Administrative Assistant Position
14.Intern with Jeff Johnson for Governor
15.Full Time Advising Position in Carlson School
16.Paid Student Interview Positions
17.Position in Human Resources
18.Communications Intern with the Governor
19.Jobs with YouthCARE
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PSYCHOLOGY ADVISING
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1.Drop-In Hours for Psychology Undergraduate Advising
Psychology Undergraduate Advising has designated drop-in hours during the academic year. However, due to the high student demand the first two weeks of the term, we will have an advisor available from on drop-ins from 8:00am- 4:30pm. Drop-ins are a great time to have research contracts signed, and ask 5-10 minute questions; longer issues will be referred to schedule an appointment. Our normal drop-in hours will take effect Monday, September 15th. This semester's drop-in hours for the Psychology Advisors can be found on our website. While other units may have advisors available at all times, each advisor in our unit holds drop-in hours once a week and cannot address walk-in issues outside of these. While it may seem like a quick issue (such as signing a research contract), it often takes more time than expected and adds up when considering our large student population. To run efficiently and serve our students best, it is important that we recognize and respect these specified drop-in times.
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2.$500-$600! Apply for a Fall 2014 Psych Engagement Award! Deadline September 15th
Are you participating in an internship here or abroad this spring? Or engaging in a learning opportunity that takes you outside of the classroom for a unique experience? The Department of Psychology's Donor Awards for Psychology Undergraduate Engagement are available to support you! The purpose of these awards is to encourage and support psychology majors who engage in learning experiences beyond the University campus and classroom environments (i.e. unpaid internships, volunteer experiences, study abroad containing a psych-related internship or research component, etc.). Up to two awards of $500 will be offered Fall 2014. A third candidate will be selected to receive the named Natalis Award of $600. The Fall 2014 application deadline is September 15, 2014. Notification Date: Sept. 25, 2014. For details about the awards and application materials, visit our webpage.
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EVENTS
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3.CLA Internship Fair Prep Workshops
Do you want to attend the CLA Internship Fair but you're not sure what it is or what to do when you're there? CLA Career Services is hosting a pre-fair workshop to give you answers and advice. The workshop will be held twice, Friday, September 19, (12:00 - 1:00pm) or Tuesday, September 23 (3:00 - 4:00pm) in 411 STSS. We'll tell you about the employers attending and how to conduct research on those organizations and their available opportunities. Tips include how to dress, what to bring with you to the Fair, and how to quickly make a good impression. For more information search the 'Career Fairs/Events' section on GoldPASS.
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4.Community Involvement Fair - September 16th
You can make a difference! Come find out how at the Community Involvement Fair on Tuesday, September 16th from 10a.m. to 2p.m. in the Great Hall (Coffman Memorial Union). This free event gives students (grad and undergrad) a chance to learn about Twin Cities volunteer and internship opportunities. Talk to representatives from more than 90 local organizations to find a position that matches your major or interests. Learn about volunteer and internship positions in fields such as: Youth Education and Mentoring, ELL/ESL Tutoring, Environment, Animal Rights, Healthcare / Public Health, Law / Criminal Justice, Housing / Homelessness, Refugee and Immigrant Communities, Political Organizing / Public Policy, Family Services / Family Violence, the Arts, GLBT Communities, Women and Gender issues.
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5.Learning Abroad Fall Fair
The Learning Abroad Center is hosting a Learning Abroad Fair on Wednesday, September 17th (10:00am-2:30pm) in the West Bank Plaza. The Learning Abroad Fair is designed for students to discover the variety of learning abroad options available at the University of Minnesota. Students will have the opportunity to meet with: Learning Abroad Center staff, Affiliated program staff, College advisers, Career counselors, and many other departments from around the U that help with the decisions and steps needed to participate in an education abroad experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Maria Wentworth. Thank you again!
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6.Interviews on Campus
Many employers conduct interviews on campus for full-time and internship positions. Each semester CLA Career Services hosts local and national companies, both for-profit and non-profit, of all sizes. Check often as new schedules are added regularly! Some of the interviews happening in the month of September are with: Analysis Group, United Health Group, Kohl's Department Stores, Target Corporation, Insight Global, KPMG, Securian Financial, Ameriprise Financial, General Mills, and more! Search the 'Interview On Campus' section on GoldPASS for more information and a full list of on-campus interview opportunities.
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RESEARCH
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7.Child Psychology Research Opportunity
Undergraduate research assistants needed in the Relationships Research Lab. We are beginning two large research projects investigating (1) how young children understand relationships; (2) the neural processing of relationship information by young adult couples. Major responsibilities will include transcription and data entry. Additional opportunities to gain research experience will be available, including opportunities to attend regular lab meetings and discuss ongoing and future research questions. We require a 3 credit commitment. If you are interested please contact Professor Glenn I. Roisman at roism001@umn.edu.
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8.Research Opportunity with the Adolescent Depression Study
Dr. Karina Quevedo is currently looking for undergraduate students interested in gaining volunteer experience in her lab in the Department of Psychiatry! About the Lab: Depression and the Adolescent Self (DAS) is a neuroimaging and psychoendocrine study designed to better understand adolescent depression. It was inspired by: 1) research showing that our identity forms during adolescence; 2) that poor formation of a self-identity is linked to depression; and 3) that intense sensitivity to social rejection can trigger depression. Therefore, DAS focuses on the brain function of adolescents - with and without depression - while they think about themselves during an fMRI scan. Who We Want: We are looking for highly motivated students with an interest in neuroscience and child and psychopathology research. Volunteers may talk with families and make phone calls regularly, so strong interpersonal and phone skills are required. Basic duties include data entry and basic clerical tasks. Students with high analytical and/or computer skills will be encouraged to directly learn to process brain imaging data and we will help them to produce a poster after about one 1/2 year with the lab. This is usually an excellent way to pave your way to graduate or medical school applications. There is opportunity to gain directed research credit. Students should be in good academic standing and be willing to devote 5-12 hours a week to this study. If interested, please email the Research Coordinator a copy of your resume and unofficial transcript: Hannah Scott.
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9.Mazzocco Math and Numeracy lab
Researchers at the Institute of Child Development are currently seeking motivated undergraduate students who are interesting in participating in developmental research. Our projects may be of particular interest for those pursuing research experiences in developmental, educational, or cognitive psychology. Students who are available Wednesday afternoons (for lab meetings) and can commit to 6 to 9 hours a week with a minimum of 2 semesters are preferred. Lab duties may include but not limited to coding, data entry, and recruitment. There are 5 Research Assistant positions across 3 projects: Evaluating Counting books (2 openings), Number concepts in young children (2 openings), "Number sense" in adults (1 opening). Interested students will Earn CPSY 4994 Research Credits, which will count towards the PSY Elective portion of the Psychology Major. The lab will expect 3 hours per week per earned research credits (CPSY 4994), 2 semesters commitment (Fall + Spring), and 6 hours minimum (9 maximum) per week. Volunteers will be asked to make a 3 hours minimum commitment for at least one semester. Lab days are Tues- Friday, on the St Paul Campus. For more information visit our website. To apply email an application (from website) to mazzocco@umn.edu.
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ENGAGEMENT
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10.Take Your Professor To Lunch!
If you are an undergraduate in a class of 30 or more students, we will pick up the bill for lunch when you and at least two other classmates take your professor to lunch. Click here for details.
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GRADUATE SCHOOL
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11.Spring and Fall CSULB Master's Application
The CSULB Psychology department is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for a special Spring 2015 entry for our MA-Psychological Research and MS-Human Factors programs. Please check out our website to review submission dates for both Spring and Fall 2015,
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JOB/INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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IMPORTANT: Organizations listed below are not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by the Department of Psychology or Psychology Undergraduate Advising. Please exercise the same discretion you would in viewing any other source.
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12.Behavioral Dimension
Behavioral Dimensions, a private company based out of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, provides services to children with autism and other disabilities. We are looking to hire for positions throughout the metro area. Part time and full time positions are available. Go online for more information.
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13.Full Time Administrative Assistant Position
Augsburg Fairview Academy seeks a full time administrative assistant for the social work department. The Social Work Administrative Assistant will be responsible for managing all administration for Augsburg Fairview Academy Social Workers and Social Work Interns. The full job posting can be found online. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. ONLY electronic applications will be considered. Submit a cover letter, résumé, and three letters of reference to: jenny.andersen@afa.tc.
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14.Intern with Jeff Johnson for Governor
The Jeff Johnson for Governor campaign is currently looking for interns to help out starting immediately. Duties will vary depending on what is happening that week in the campaign but we are able and willing to help provide a glimpse into many different aspects of a campaign, such as GOTV activities, volunteer outreach, participating in campaign events like parades and fundraisers, and more. The position would be unpaid. Jeff Johnson was endorsed by the base of the Republican Party in May, won the Republican primary in August, and he is the best candidate to take on Mark Dayton in November. Jeff is able to win over voters because of his focus on fiscal issues, reducing the size and scope of government and eliminating the achievement gap in K12 education. If you are interested or have any questions email info@johnsonforgovernor.org.

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15.Full Time Advising Position in Carlson School
There is currently a vacant advisor position in the Carlson School's Undergraduate Program. The position is posted on the University of Minnesota's Employment Web site. Please reference requisition # 193806.
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16.Paid Student Interview Positions
The Office of Measurement Services (OMS) at the University of Minnesota is hiring 40-50 student survey interviewers for a telephone study beginning in mid-late September. Interviewers will be conducting telephone interviews with randomly selected households over the telephone in Minnesota. Students must be available for three four-hour evening shifts Sunday through Thursday as the call center is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Paid training is provided and the starting wage is $8.50 an hour. OMS is located at 879 29th Avenue South in Minneapolis just off of Como Avenue near a bus stop. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English, have a friendly phone voice and have prior customer service experience. Sociology or Psychology methods or other social science related coursework is a plus. Call or e-mail Deb Grillo at 612-625-3892 or wynn0004@umn.edu for information on how to apply. The job requisition number on the UMN employment site is 193355.
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17.Position in Human Resources
Sherman Associates is in quick need of an HR intern in their office located close to campus. This is a paid, flexible, part-time opportunity open now for a talented U of M student to support SA's HR, recruiting and payroll responsibilities. Sherman Associates, Inc. is an award-winning firm specializing in design, construction and financing of quality commercial and housing properties in California, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Having earned a strong reputation for quality and follow-through, cities around the country have turned to Sherman Associates to pioneer redevelopment in their highest priority urban neighborhoods. In the process, Sherman Associates has become an industry leader in tax credit, affordable housing, and tax increment financing projects. Such developments have been successful for the participating cities, investors, residents, and businesses. Sherman Associates has developed approximately 600,000 square feet of commercial property and 6,000 multifamily, townhouse, and single-family homes. Click on this link to access the position description on GoldPASS, Job ID #ID:124388:

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18.Communications Intern with the Governor
The Office of Governor Mark Dayton is hiring communications interns for fall semester. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with policy makers and legislators to help communicate the work that Governor Dayton is doing to help Minnesotans. Past interns in the office have gotten a behind the scenes look at the work we do to support the Governor's vision to Build a Better Minnesota - passing the Freedom to Marry Bill, protecting kids from bullying, and enacting a tuition freeze at all of Minnesota's public colleges and universities - just a few of the historic moments in Minnesota politics in recent years. Responsibilities include assisting communications staff with daily operations. From research to creating digital content, from press events with the Governor, to blogs and social media projects - and more. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Students should send: Cover letter, Resume and Writing sample no longer than four pages to Jenna Covey, Director of New Media at Jenna.Covey@state.mn.us. For more information about the Governor's office, go online.
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19.Jobs with YouthCARE
YouthCARE is a nonprofit multicultural organization that serves Minneapolis and St. Paul youth, 7-18 years old, from diverse ethnic, cultural and racial backgrounds. YouthCARE's mission is to promote respect for self and others, develop future leaders and provide youth with positive multicultural activities and relationships with caring adults. Currently, YouthCARE has a few part time positions open that are ideal for college students. Both are working directly with youth after school and on the weekends. There are positions open for a Community Service Stars Crew Leader and two Assistant Crew Leaders. You can find out more about this program online, and contact Nardos Tesfalidet for the full job description (Ntesfalidet@YouthCAREmn.org).
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