News, Updates, and Opportunities for University of Maryland Kinesiology Majors and Alumni
Land Your Dream Job in Sports
SINC2021 is the premier sports industry conference where hundreds of college students and professionals just like you come together to learn about the sports industry and network with well-known leaders from across the industry throughout the globe.
FEB 18-19 2021
This year, you will connect with sport industry professionals, peers, and colleagues in a special virtual environment through the use of Hopin.
The basic package is Free and the premium package is $30.
Visit https://www.sincconference.com/ for more information about fair participants and registration details.
Neuromonitoring technologies (NMT) is seeking to hire individuals for multiple entry level surgical neurophysiologist positions. Projected start dates are January 1, 2021 with interviews being held in the near future. NMT is the leading provider of contract intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) in the Maryland/DC surrounding area, and is currently GROWING with newly added hospital contracts! NMT currently employs 31 surgical neurophysiologists and five board-certified neurologists that, collectively, cover over 8,000 IONM procedures annually. If you are seeking a long-term career in healthcare where advanced degrees are not a requirement, NMT may be a perfect fit for you. With our current openings, you can start your career in the medical field immediately following graduation!
About the career: Surgical neurophysiologists work directly in the operating room providing neuro integrity testing on patients, under general anesthesia, during selected high risk surgeries. They provide instant feedback to the surgeon and surgical team about the patient’s current neurophysiologic status in hopes to detect and prevent life altering injuries such as: paralysis, nerve damage, stroke, deafness, misplacement of surgical hardware, and sensation loss. This service is completed by sticking small subdermal electrodes on/in the patient and stimulating and recording them from various muscle groups, nerves, and brain locations. Surgical neurophysiologists are critical members of the surgical team and make a difference in their patient’s lives each day. Types of surgeries covered are, but not limited to: neurosurgery (brain/spine), orthopedic spine, ear nose throat (ENT), and vascular surgeries. As a contract company, we provide IONM service at over 50 surgical locations in the area. This position allows you to be in different locations but not have to travel extensive lengths or ever step foot on an airplane for work travel. All of NMT’s contracts are within driving distance of/in the Maryland and DC region. Work weeks are Monday-Friday with weekend call shifts divided evenly amongst all staff. On average, a staff member would cover seven weekend call shifts per calendar year, with advance notice of which weekends they are designated to. Additional rate of pay is also given for those worked weekend days.
Job benefits: competitive salary, health insurance, 401k options with employer matching, two weeks paid vacation (increased with longevity with the company), paid personal days, major holidays off with pay, $100/month cell phone stipend, monthly full business expense reimbursement (untaxed), daily mileage compensation, and overtime compensation opportunities.
Qualifications: COMPLETED bachelors degree in one of the qualified majors listed below (NMT will accept resumes of future graduates to be considered for future open positions), current and valid driver’s license, personal and reliable transportation, minimum 21 years of age, basic computer skills, good communication skills, ability to tolerate being in an environment with bodily fluids and exposed body parts, strength to lift over 30 pounds, comfortable with a flexible schedule, and capability of passing background and drug screenings. Prior experience working in the medical field is NOT necessary but welcomed.
Allowed Majors: All Plant Sciences/Horticulture, Oceanography, Natural Resource Management, Geology/Mining, Forestry, Fisheries and Wildlife, Earth Sciences, Conservation, Cartography, Agriculture, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physiological Science, Microbiology, Marine Biology, Immunology, Genetics, Epidemiology, Ecology, Biology, Anthropology/Zoology, Animal Science, Speech Pathology, Public Health, Physical/Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Movement Science, Kinesiology, Health/Hospital Administration, Health/Exercise Science, Dentistry, Athletic Training, Nursing, Medicine, and Communication Disorders Sciences and Services majors
To apply: Email your resume and projected/graduation date to Bailey Schafer at BaileySchaferNMT@yahoo.com.
Reminder: Interviews to be held December 18, 2020. All applicants will be contacted via email to secure an interview time slot.
Apply for the Women in Sports Tech (WiST) Fellowship!
Learn about the WiST Fellowship program from WiST founder Marilou McFarlane. This exciting program awards $5,000 grants, plus up to $2,500 for travel and housing, to female college and grad students for summer internships in the sports tech business.
Fellowships are open to all enrolled female full-time undergraduate and graduate students at an accredited university located in the United States. Students must be in good academic standing.
Applications open December 15th and are due February 28th!
To view previous Fellows and review application materials, visit:
Are you thinking about your next steps after graduation? Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in a professional environment? If you answered yes, then STEP might be the right program for you!
Great news, applications for the Spring 2021 cohort of Students Transitioning into Effective Professionals (STEP) are now open! The STEP Program is a professional training program designed to help undergraduate students gain practical knowledge and develop essential skills to succeed in the "world of work". Through a series of training workshops, students will enhance their competencies in communication, leadership, and teamwork. STEP provides a blended educational curriculum of student engagement and structured discussions on the professional workforce. It is our goal to introduce you to the life of a working professional and help you build the necessary skills to be a competitive applicant for an internship and future career! This program is open to all SPH majors. Apply for the STEP program today!
Some of our courses have been renumbered!
HPAO is hosting a mini recruitment fair next week November 9-12th. Hosting an entire week of program visits and panels, including:
This coming Monday - November 2nd at 5 pm - the UMD chapters of Girl Up, UNICEF, and She’s The First will be hosting a discussion on Intersectionality with ARHU Dean Bonnie Thornton Dill and Dr. Ruth Zambrana (see flyer below). You must register to get the Zoom link, and you can do so at https://ter.ps/intfempanel.
We would love to see you there!
Luminis Health (Anne Arundel Medical Center and Doctor’s Community Medical Center) Orthopedics and Physical Therapy Research Internship Opportunity
Two positions are available for virtual internships with the Center for Orthopedic Outcomes and Research (COOR) during the Spring 2021 semester. In collaboration with research staff, physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons, interns will conduct clinical outcomes research related to various orthopedic subspecialties ranging from total joint replacement and spine surgery to sports medicine. Interns will perform various tasks as needed by the research team including literature searches, medical record review, data collection, and scientific manuscript writing. Training on research methods and statistics will be provided, and all interns will earn CITI research ethics and compliance certification. Clinical shadowing is not guaranteed and is dependent on institutional Covid-19 restrictions.
Interested students should contact:
Justin Turcotte, PhD, MBA
Manager, Orthopedic Outcomes and Research
Ferocious Fitness, LLC
Fitness Trainer
Temple Hills – MD
Full-Time
*Have completed high school (or the equivalent).
*Hold a current CPR/AED certification with a live skills check.
*Present a current government-issued photo ID with signature (driver's license, passport, military ID).
The Smith Business Minor program will be hosting virtual tabling sessions for students who would like to explore the possibility of adding one of three Business minors to their academic portfolio. The format will be similar to open office hours.
Students interested are invited to come speak with the Smith Minor Admin Team and Student Ambassadors anytime from November 2nd-5th (times listed on flyer) to learn more and ask questions about the Smith Minor programs .
Students interested should join us here: http://go.umd.edu/SmithMinorInfo
The Company:
Speed – Power – Core is the foundation of our revolutionary concept in sport-specific training where our custom-designed training model enables young athletes to further develop skills in their chosen sport. Our dynamic concept is designed to help athletes primarily in the 8-18 year old age group to vastly improve their talent level. Redline’s state-of-the-art facilities, science-supported training methods, and mindset development is a place where an athlete on the Redline Path can achieve their goals.
Sports Performance Intern:
We are seeking individuals - Sports Performance Interns - who are passionate about sports and fitness and have a strong desire for excellence and success while working in a team-oriented atmosphere when assisting and training athletes. They must enjoy working with clients of all ages and abilities, with a primary focus on the 8 to 18 age group.Maureen Gleason Bryant is the founder of Spontaneity LLC, and a 2001 graduate of the Department of Family Science, having returned to complete her degree after working full-time. The donor established this scholarship in honor of her mother, Irene Wallace Gleason Baxter, who believed in life-long learning. Irene (July 11, 1936-September 25, 2018) studied nursing and worked on Wall Street. She married John “Jack” Gleason following his graduation from West Point in 1957. The family moved to Maryland in 1970 where they lived for 31 years. She held various positions on Capitol Hill and with the Maryland State Legislature. Irene was a two-time cancer survivor.
This $2,500 scholarship was designed to assist students who have taken a break away from a formal degree program and now have returned to complete their education in the School of Public Health at UMD. Recipients will be recognized at the School of Public Health’s Convocation Ceremony in May.
Applicant Requirements:
Applications due October 26, 2020. To apply for Irene’s Scholarship: https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_3fJKULwuD6TPYxv.
For more information please contact sphscholarships@umd.edu.
The Exercise 4 Brain Health Lab is seeking to hire part-time Exercise Intervention Research Assistants. This position pays $15/hour.
Applications should be emailed to Debra Hein (dhein1@umd.edu).
See attached flyer for more details and candidate qualifications.
National Scoliosis Center seeking Assistant Orthotist/Technician!
Our practice is among the lucky few that has not only managed to stay essential throughout COVID, but has actually grown. As a result we are looking to expand our team to meet the demand. We are looking for someone who is knowledgeable about anatomy/biomechanics and has a passion for helping others. Our lab is a unique combination of art and medicine; those who are detail-orientated would thrive here. Someone who is in need patient contact hours or looking to break into the field of orthotics may be interested.
Below I have attached a copy of my list of duties as an Orthotist Assistant. We are looking for someone who can do what I do (assist with both the lab and clinic) or a Lab Technician to help keep us moving.
Those interested can best reach me at Christen@nationalscoliosiscenter.com or our Operations Manager at Brent@nationalscoliosiscenter.com
Oct. 20th - 22nd
Public health has the power to transform lives. Now more than ever, we have all become aware of how much public health matters.
If you are interested in furthering your education with a graduate degree in public health and finding a fulfilling career that will truly make a difference in the world then join us for our Virtual Open House.
Through live interactive Zoom sessions, you can join from anywhere! Six of our academic units will host a session describing their degrees and programs. Faculty, staff, and students will be available during these informal sessions to provide further information about the programs, research, and concentration areas as well as address any specific questions related to our graduate programs. Attend as many sessions as you’d like to find the program that will fit your interests.
Visit the link below to view the schedule and register!
Frederick Health Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab is currently seeking rehab aides at their Frederick and Mount Airy locations. This is a great opportunity to work alongside physical and occupational therapists and gain clinical experience.
Position Responsibilities:
Are you currently applying to PA programs? Attend a workshop with HPAO!
Thursday, October 15 • 3 - 4 pm | Virtual Event | RSVP through Careers4Terps
Professionals/Organizations attending:
This session will be facilitated online via Zoom. RSVP through your Careers4Terps account to receive the zoom link. ALL current students and recent alumni are welcome to attend and will have the option of submitting questions. Make the most of this event with these tips. For additional information about this event: Contact Steve Young, Academic Advisor, Department of Psychology at syoung17@umd.edu. Hosted by the Psychology Department, University Career Center, and BSOS Career Planning.
Tuesday, Oct. 13th from 3:00 - 4:00pm
Registration required for Zoom: go.umd.edu/KNESdegrees
Hear from current graduate students and faculty advisors in the variety of graduate degrees available in the Kinesiology department. Learn what you can do with these degrees as well as what you need to be a competitive applicant. Participants will have an opportunity to meet in small groups with the panelists. All students are welcome to attend!
The Counseling Center invites the UMD community to Mental Health Awareness Week, October 5-9! MHAW is our annual weeklong program of events to reduce stigma on campus and improve student wellbeing. Now more than ever, we want to be sure that students are actively taking care of their mental health.
Our first general body meeting will be next Tuesday, September 29th 6:30-8:00 PM.
Zoom link: https://umd.zoom.us/j/3092577445
See the attached flyer for more information about our organization and the agenda for the meeting. Please share it with anyone interested in these issues, our organization, and/or learning more about our organization. We are open to ALL undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in LGBTQ+ health equity and social justice, anti-racism, racial equity, and intersectionality.
Please let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to meeting you all!
