Category Archives: Internships

Competitive Internship Opportunity at Southwest Airlines

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If you are a junior or senior Economics major with strong analytical and computer skills, Southwest Airlines has a great summer internship opportunity for you!

Application deadline: 11/17/2017
Internship dates: Summer 2018: May 21-Aug 10, 2018 (12 week program)
Apply to: Revenue Management Intern for one of the following internship opportunities:

  • Market Pricing Strategy Analyst
  • Market Strategy Analyst (Inventory/Yield Management)
  • Operations Research Performance and Strategy intern positions

The Revenue Management department is looking for juniors and seniors who are motivated and passionate about U.S. airline commercial business, Yield (inventory) management, pricing, and analytics to participate in this internship. This exciting Internship will consist of training at Southwest Airlines Co. headquarters, in the Revenue Management department (Dallas, TX location only). This internship is an opportunity for participants to learn to conduct market research and analysis, as well as make presentations on the airline’s competitive position and micro-market revenue performances. The internship has individual tracks that stretch across three unique teams (job functions): Market Pricing Strategy, Operations Research Performance and Strategy, and Market Strategy Yield (also known as Yield Management).

Market Pricing Strategy

The Market Pricing Strategy team is responsible for determining and filing all the price-points for all possible itineraries.  Market Pricing Strategy is one of the sub-teams within the pricing function, which also include the Global Pricing team, Tactical Pricing team, and the Tariff Rules team. During the course of the internship participants may do the following types of projects: a market pricing restructure project, present at monthly market reviews in front of the Senior Revenue Management leadership team, actively participate in market pricing performance reviews, and make pricing recommendations to Revenue Management senior leadership. Tools commonly used are: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; Teradata SQL; MIDT; Diio Mi; and Air Price

Operations Research Performance and Strategy

The Operations Research Performance and Strategy team is responsible for analyzing and managing data inputs for the Revenue Management primary demand forecasting tool (PROS; Passenger Revenue Optimization System). During the course of the internship, participants will work on both challenging and complex quantitative projects that allow Southwest Airlines to improve its demand forecast and optimization accuracy. Tools commonly used are: Microsoft Excel (VBA), PowerPoint, and Access; Teradata SQL; Alteryx; Tableau; PROS (Passenger Revenue Optimization System); and R

Market Strategy Analyst (Yield Management)

The Market Strategy Analyst (Yield Management) team forecasts the demand for passenger bookings and determines the number of seats available for sell at each price point, offered to customers. During the course of the internship participants will conduct market research and market review projects and either take actions, make recommendations, or present findings to Revenue Management Senior leadership. Participants may be assigned additional ad hoc projects. Tools commonly used are: Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; PROS; Tableau; Alteryx; Diio Mi; and Air Price

These internships are very competitive, as they will engage interns in revenue and market management responsibilities, as well as the opportunity to learn complex revenue enhancing strategies and tactics on actual Southwest Airlines competitive markets. Select interns will manage live markets in an effort to enhance revenue. Students are welcome to email a copy of their resume (curtis.williams@wnco.com), along with which internship position they would like to express interest. Candidates will need to apply at Revenue Management Intern to be considered.  The minimum grade in college to be considered is the junior level. Please review the intern job posting for additional information about the Internship (duties, responsibilities, qualifications, pay, time commitment, location, education requirements, etc.). In addition, see the attached brochure to learn more about the internship program, and other unique opportunities at Southwest Airlines Co.

 

 

The Washington Center hosts info sessions on October 26

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Are you interested in spending a semester in Washington DC and doing a full-time internship while also taking a class, engaging in professional development opportunities, participating in community service and getting credit? Since 1975, The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars has helped more than 50,000 students from around the world gain valuable experience, and set them on a course of achievement, leadership and engagement in their communities. UMass has a special arrangement with TWC to help make this opportunity affordable and achievable to most UMass students.

This opportunity is open to all majors, and offers specialized professional tracks in:

  • Advocacy, Service & Arts
  • Business & Global Trade
  • International Affairs
  • Law & Criminal Justice
  • Media & Communications
  • Politics & Public Policy
  • Science, Technology & Society (summer only)

Come and meet with a representative from The Washington Center Thursday October 26th at either 12:00 or 3:00 in Goodell room 419.  If you have questions or would like more information, you can contact Sheila Brennan, your UMASS Liaison to The Washington Center at sbrennan@umass.edu.

The Cooperative Enterprises Certificate: Restoring faith in humanity, one student at a time.

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In these trying times (especially when you watch the news), do you ever find yourself feeling disappointed in our species because we haven’t evolved a little further than we have? Do you feel like withdrawing from humanity because it’s just too hard to find positive people? Are you worried about getting a job after graduation because you cannot find a summer internship? Do you know that a lot of other people feel the same way? Do you think this is enough questions for one paragraph?

If you said yes to any or all of the above questions, have we got an opportunity for YOU! We recommend that you consider pursuing the Certificate in Applied Economic Research on Cooperative Enterprises, (lovingly known by people who have an aversion to long credential names as the Co-op Certificate). This certificate requires 15 credits of course work and 6 credits of an approved field-based research internship arranged through the Neighboring Food Co-op Association and the Valley Alliance for Worker Cooperatives.

Working shoulder-to-shoulder with members of a co-op can really boost your morale and open your mind to other career possibilities. According to the Cooperative Development Institute (CDI), surveys of co-op members indicate that the reason people love them is that co-ops promote community, ownership, shared values, and democratic participation. So if you want to be part of the bigger picture instead of feeling like just another cog in the machine, it’s time to get involved in the co-op movement!

FCC internships available to Econ majors with econometrics and data analysis skills

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Are you a serious Econ major with a strong interest in econometrics and data analysis? If so, we’ve got a unique opportunity for you!

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) International Bureau, Telecommunications and Analysis Division, is seeking Economics undergraduates with some experience in econometrics and data analysis for internships at the FCC during the summer of 2018. The International Bureau administers international telecommunications and satellite programs and policies, including licensing and regulatory functions. The bureau also promotes pro-competitive policies abroad, coordinates global spectrum activities and advocates U.S. interests in international communications and competition.

The positions are unpaid and the work will be done in FCC offices in Washington D.C. Although the positions are unpaid and students must find their own housing, there are scholarships available from the Department of Economics and from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences for unpaid internships, so if money is an issue, be sure to explore these scholarship opportunities!

There is no official posting at this time, so if you are interested in learning more about these opportunities, contact Peter Alexander (’90, PhD, Economics) directly.

New job and internship platform takes UMass by storm!

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This just in from SBS Career & Professional Development Office:

Handshake, the new job and internship search platform for UMass students, is up and running for SBS majors. Handshake is similar to our previous platform, CareerConnect, but better!

Why is it better? For several reasons:

  • It is super user friendly. It navigates in a way similar to Facebook or LinkedIn.
  • You can customize your experience. You build a profile, list preferences, indicate interests and voila, Handshake starts to suggest jobs and internships you might be interested in.
  • Employers love it, which means there are LOTS of Employers who use it. We already have over 2500+ Employers looking to recruit UMass students for jobs and internships.
  • You can use Handshake to schedule appointments with the experts for Career Advising, apply for on campus interviews, sign up for events, and apply for jobs and internships—all in one place.

These are just a few of the reasons the Career Advisors love Handshake.  SBS Primary majors should already have an account set up, and you just need to customize it the first time you log in.  The website to join is umass.joinhandshake.com, so check it out today!

For more information, contact the SBS Careers team:
umass.edu/sbs/advising-sbs
Thompson 128
413-577-1057

SWA wants to Engage*Inspire*Launch you!

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Southwest Airlines has announced its ‘Campus Reach’ program for college undergraduates!

What is Campus Reach?

Formerly known as the ‘No Limits Program,’ the Campus Reach program identifies and engages future Southwest Employees at an early age, hopefully inspiring an interest in a career in aviation! Campus Reach’s efforts include: high school internships and partnerships, a nationally-recognized college internship program, direct hiring opportunities for new college graduates, and an MBA internship to bring talented individuals into more strategic roles within the Company. Click here for a colorful brochure!

To find out more, go to the Campus Reach website.

 

Donahue Institute seeks Departmental Assistant

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Job Title:  Departmental Assistant for Economic and Public Policy Research,  Donahue Institute – Hadley Office 

Job Description:

The UMass Donahue Institute is seeking qualified undergraduate student applicants for a Fall 2017 part-­?time (10-­?20 hours/week) Departmental Assistant position in the Hadley office of the Institute’s Economic and Public Policy Research Unit (EPPR), Population Estimates Program. This is a paid position. This Departmental Assistant position will support ongoing research efforts by the program to ensure successful Census counts and estimates in Massachusetts. Specific tasks will include: address research using internet, GIS applications, and primary source contacts; data entry; data formatting and data standardization on Excel and Access; and support to statewide survey efforts including paper, web, email, and phone surveys. Typically, departmental assistants work collaboratively under the direction of a project manager and/or research analyst. Interest in GIS and experience in Excel is required. Professional or academic experience in Access and GIS is preferred, but we will train candidates demonstrating potential in these applications. Depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant, the position may entail writing duties and some independent project tasks. Students with majors in Geography, Regional Planning, Public Policy, Resource Economics, or related disciplines are preferred.

Experience/Skills Desired:

  • Interest in GIS required; experience preferred
  • Proficiency in professional office software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Ability to develop charts and tables
  • Familiarity with Access or other database software preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
  • Strong organizational skills

Responsibilities:

  • Address research using ortho-­?imagery, street view, and other internet sources
  • Editing ArcGIS files and creating geodatabase packages and/or maps
  • Manipulating records in Excel and Access databases
  • Data entry
  • Providing support with city and town survey work
  • Organizing documentation for case research
  • Venture Way, Suite 9, Hadley, MA 01035 | 413-­?545-­?0001 | www.donahue.umassp.edu

Additional Information:

  • The EPPR Hadley office, as part of the Donahue Institute, is located at 100 Venture Way, 3rd Floor, Suite 9, Hadley, MA
  • Any offer of employment within the President’s Office is specifically conditioned upon the potential candidate consenting to and successfully completing a background review
  • This is a part-­?time (10-­?20 hours/week), non-­?benefited position. The standard hourly rate is $12.00 -­? $14.00/hr. depending on qualifications.
  • The University of Massachusetts Donahue Institute’s plan to fill and retain this position is dependent on funding.
  • The University of Massachusetts is an equal opportunity employer and encourages the nominations and candidacies of women and minorities.

Point of Contact:

Hiring Manager: Shannon Bernacchia, Finance & Administration Manager, sbernacchia@donahue.umassp.edu; 413-­?577-­?2415.

Application Instructions/Process: Please submit your resume and cover letter to the Hiring Manager

For more information about the UMass Donahue Institute: please check out the University of

Massachusetts Donahue Institute website at:  http://www.donahue.umassp.edu/

Paid Undergrad Research Assistants needed for Fall 2017

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Are you interested in gaining research experience? Are you a team player and self- driven? Are you passionate about solving discrimination and inequality? Professors Lee Badgett (Economics) and Steven Boutcher (Sociology) in collaboration with Professor Amanda Baumle (Sociology, University of Houston) are looking for 2-3 undergraduate research assistants to work on a large study of workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.  See project description below. The position involves 10 hours/week during the Fall of 2017 (approximately 13-14 weeks). The hourly wage is $12.00. The primary responsibilities will involve coding qualitative charge data and attending weekly meetings with the research team. Interested applicants should email Professor Boutcher (boutcher@soc.umass.edu) by Friday, May 5 with a brief cover letter stating your interest in the position, a resume that also lists a couple references, and a transcript of your coursework to date (unofficial is fine).

Duties:

  1. Weekly meetings with project team
  2. Coding qualitative charge data
  3. Learning and using a software program to code the data
  4. Some Data management of qualitative dataset of discrimination charges

Qualifications:

Required:

  1. The successful applicant must be well-organized and able to take initiative.
  2. Willingness to learn some qualitative methods and software
  3. Able to regularly attend weekly team meetings
  4. Able to commit to 10 hours/week to the project
  5. Prior experience with social science methods (could include successful completion of a course or prior research experience)

Desired:

  1. Familiarity with social science research on discrimination
  2. Familiarity with research on sexual orientation and/or gender identity
  3. Experience with or knowledge of qualitative methods and software

Project description:

“Analyzing Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Discrimination for Federal Contractor and Noncontractor Firms” 

Applicants:  M. V. Lee Badgett (Umass, Dept. of Economics), Amanda Baumle (Univ of Houston, Dept. of Sociology), and Steven Boutcher (Umass, Dept. of Sociology)

This project is the first analysis of federal data on employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity (SOGI). Our goal is to assess the impact of President Obama’s 2014 executive order forbidding federal contractors to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity, an executive order enforced by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs in the Department of Labor.  We will analyze data on charges of SOGI discrimination filed by individuals in FY 2012-FY2016 with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and we will match it to establishment-level data of workplaces in the EEO-1 survey. This project asks the following research questions: 1) What are the experiences of discrimination reported by LGBT individuals filing charges? 2) Why does discrimination exist in the settings they do? 3) Has the executive order led to an increase in the frequency of discrimination charges that differs by federal contractors and noncontractors? 4) Are charges against federal contractors found to be meritorious by the EEOC more or less often than charges against noncontractors? The project uses two research methods, guided by economic and sociological theory on discrimination and legal consciousness: (1) a qualitative content analysis of the workplace experiences described in the charges, and (2) a quantitative analysis of factors that predict the presence of a charge at a workplace and those that predict the determination of merit. We will look for a differential impact of being a federal contractor before and after the 2014 executive order.

FAQ: What should I do after I graduate?!

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If you’re getting close to finishing your degree and the hair on the back of your neck is starting to stand up as the terror of entering the real world begins to creep in…you should TOTALLY check out the SBS Career & Professional Development facebook page!

This page is full of helpful hints pertinent and posts to help you find your future direction. Recent posts include a Monster Worldwide, Inc. article titled, “How can college seniors decide which jobs to apply for?”; a link to the SBS Career Explorer to help you ask yourself all the right questions about what you really want out of a career; and a bunch of posts about useful events and internship opportunities.  You owe it to yourself to look at this page a few times a week to help you stay calm and carry on!

SBS is looking for a few good peer advisors!

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Interested in becoming a Peer Advisor?  SBS is now accepting applications for the Fall 2017 semester!  A link for the application for the fall 2017 semester can be found here:

Apply online

Application in .doc

Application in .pdf

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

  • Must be a UMass student currently enrolled in a program of study within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (as a primary or secondary major)
  • Must be have at least 15 credits and a minimum of 1 year remaining at the institution
  •  3.0 GPA or above
  • Must have prior experience working with people, preferably students
  • Must be able to participate in a class that meets weekly for 1 hour and 15 minutes
  • Must be able to participate in approximately 6 hrs/week of class time/homework, training/peer advising, and community outreach
  • Must attend and successfully complete an interview
  • Must attend one training at the end of the spring semester (date TBD)

Questions about the program?  Go to the website at umass.edu/sbs/peer-advisors, visit the SBS Advising Resource Center in 128 Thompson and speak with a Peer Advisor, or email sbspeeradv@umass.edu.