present the

5th Annual Spring Career Event

Featuring a

Panel Discussion on National Security Cooperation in the U.S. Government

Followed by a

Meet and Greet with Federal and Private Sector Recruiters

Panel from Previous Event

Tuesday, March 26
4:00 – 7:00PM

SAIS Kenney Auditorium
1740 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036

This event will begin with a panel discussion featuring international affairs professional from across the federal government who will discuss their career trajectories, perspectives on inter-agency cooperation, and regional expertise through the prism of this year’s theme: “National Security Cooperation in the Middle East.”  Panelists are currently confirmed or expected from the Department of State, Department of Defense, Department of Treasury (tentative), and U.S. Agency for International Development.  After the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to meet with recruiters from federal agencies and private sector organizations working in the international affairs realm.

One of the Boren Forum’s most popular events, this is great networking opportunity for both those already employed in international affairs as well as those seeking employment in international affairs.  Though the theme of the panel discussion is the Middle East, the panel discussion will focus on topics relevant for all regional backgrounds, and the recruiter meet-and-greet is applicable for anyone interested in federal employment. 

Attendance is limited and only those who register will be permitted to attend. In addition to NSEP award recipients, students from SAIS and other DC-based international relations graduate programs have also been invited to this event. The event is expected to fill to capacity, so early registration is HIGHLY encouraged!  Please direct any questions to events@borenforum.org.

Registration Closed on March 23

($10 for Boren Forum members)

Please note that all attendees are requested to arrive no later than 3:45pm for check in. Anyone arriving after 4pm will be seated at usher discretion.

The Diplomatic Courier and Young Professionals in Foreign Policy’s list of top young leaders in foreign policy is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the important work many NSEP Alumni are doing in foreign policy and a way to connect them to other top thinkers in the field.

To nominate yourself or another person, please complete the form by February 28, 2013. Nominees must have made a clear impact on foreign policy and be recognized as a rising leader. All nominees must:

• Be born on or after January 1, 1980.
• Demonstrate a passion for foreign policy and international affairs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to service, mentorship, and ethical leadership.
• Be willing to participate in the “99 Under 33” community.

For complete information on the Top 99 Under 33, please go directly to the Diplomatic Courier website or directly access the form.

Event: Boren Forum February Happy Hour
Date: Wednesday, February 20, 6pm-8pm
Venue: Science Club DC (2nd Level)
1136 19th St NW  Washington, DC 20036

RSVP: send your name and number of guests to events@borenforum.org.

During each annual open house, the Boren Forum introduces its new Board of Directors and presents a senior national security official with the Spirit of Service award to recognize his or her efforts to advance the NSEP’s core mission of strengthening the foreign language and cultural expertise in America’s national security community. This year, the award was presented to Mr. David Shedd, the Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).

Mr. Shedd’s insights and contributions to America’s national security are manifold.  Under his leadership, DIA has enthusiastically supported the Boren Forum and NSEP’s mission by regularly participating in events and hosting an orientation day for NSEP alumni at DIA headquarters.  Many alumni have contributed their expertise in careers at DIA.

In his brief remarks, Mr. Shedd thanked the Boren Forum and NSEP for their efforts to strengthen the U.S. national security community’s greatest assets – its people. He also spoke about his own career, which included posts in the U.S. Embassies in Costa Rica and Mexico and senior management positions at the Central Intelligence Agency and National Security Council. He noted the great value brought to the community by individuals who have lived in foreign cultures and developed foreign language skills.

This event kicked off the Boren Forum’s events planned for 2013.  In addition to monthly happy hours, the Boren Forum will hold its annual Spring Career Event at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, DC. The Boren Forum also plans to expand the Senior Leaders Breakfast Series to include after-work and evening talks, and it will host a new speed-networking event in 2013 to encourage mentoring between newer professionals and those who are more established in their careers. More details about these exciting events will be posted to BorenForum.org.

Application deadline: March 8, 2012.

The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) has unclassified open source analysis units in the Washington, DC area to conduct research related to national security issues. We are looking for undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students who can conduct native language research on the internet, apply social science research methods to identify social and political trends, and critically analyze and present information.

Students majoring in the following areas are encouraged to apply: Middle Eastern Studies, Persian Studies, South Asian Studies, Asian Studies, African Studies, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Intelligence Studies, National Security Studies, Economics, Political Economy, Cultural Anthropology, Comparative Sociology, Demography, Defense Studies, Social Psychology, Public Policy, History, Political Islam, Nuclear Engineering/Physics, Computer Science/Engineering, Political Geography, Library Science, Geographic Information Systems and other science and technology fields.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fluency in written Arabic, Burmese, Cambodian/Khmer, Dari, Farsi, Georgian, Hindi, Japanese, Kurdish, Lao, Mandarin, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Turkish, Turkmen, Urdu, Uzbek, or Vietnamese required.
• Advanced listening comprehension required.
• Excellent research and oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytic/critical thinking skills
• Advanced internet proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a close team environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Strong academic background (3.0 GPA or higher)
• Completion of at least the sophomore year of college by the beginning of summer 2013
• U.S. citizenship required*

* The work performed will involve unclassified research and will not require full security clearance processing. However, each selected individual will undergo some security processing.  Final selection for the program is contingent upon the successful completion of the security vetting process. The security vetting process will not equate to eligibility for access to classified information and only allows participation in the Critical Languages Summer Research Analyst Program.

COMPENSATION:

This will be a paid position for a 40 hour work week for a maximum of 10 weeks. The hourly rate will be commensurate with education and experience. There are no benefits other than free parking. Work location is not easily accessible by public transportation.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Email cover letter detailing your interest in the position and your qualifications to doris.johnson (at) dni (dot) gov. Attach your resume, a writing sample in English (maximum of 5 pages), and the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for two academic references, one of whom must be able to verify your foreign language skills. The successful candidate must pass a written translation test in his or her critical language. Please also provide an unofficial copy of your transcript – a download from your institution’s website is acceptable for initial consideration.  Remember to tell Ms. Johnson that you found this opportunity on borenforum.org.   The application deadline is March 8, 2012.

NOTE: The U.S. Intelligence Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.

Registration is now open at http://www.icvirtualfair.com.

From the comfort of your computer or mobile device, you can:

• Visit IC agencies’ virtual booths
• Chat with recruiters and subject matter experts in real-time
• Attend live presentations
• Explore currently available jobs
• Learn about internships and other opportunities for students
• Link to IC agency Web sites and online application systems
• Network with other job seekers

Career opportunities are available in a number of fields, including:

• Accounting, Budgeting, Auditing, Contracting, Financial Management
• Administration – Human Resources, Logistics, Public Affairs, Clinical Psychology, etc.
• Clandestine Services
• Computer Science, Computer Engineering
• Cybersecurity, Information Assurance
• Data Scientists
• Engineering – Electrical and Electronics
• Mathematics and Physical Science
• Foreign Language – Language Analysts and Officers, Instructors, Contract Linguists
• Information Technology
• Intelligence Analysis – Economic, Cultural, Imagery, Military, Open Source, Regional and Technical
• Program/Project Management
• Security, Police
• Special Agents
• Student Internships, Co-op Positions

Participating IC agencies and components include:

• Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
• Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation Language Services Section (FBI LSS)
• National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
• National Security Agency (NSA)
• National Virtual Translation Center (NVTC)

Space is limited! To guarantee your entrance into this event, pre-registration is highly encouraged.

• Boren Scholarship Alumni Panel – Monday, January 7th at 6:30pm EST (webinar begins at 7pm)
• Boren Fellowship Alumni Panel – Wednesday, January 9th at 6:30pm EST (webinar begins at 7pm)

Panelists should be prepared to talk about their Boren experiences for approximately 10 minutes and may also accompany their presentations with slides or photographs.  A short Q & A will follow each panelist presentation.  Panelists should base their  presentations on the following:

• How did you find out about the Boren Awards and what convinced you to apply?
• How did you select the language and location?
• Elaborate on your program of study while abroad.  What was a typical day like?
• How did your experience further your language skills and cultural understanding? Was there an experience or something you did that was particularly impactful?
• Have you completed your service requirement?  If so, how?  If not, how would you like to complete your service requirement?
• A few comments about your overall Boren experience.  What did it mean to you?  How does your Boren-funded experience (language, knowledge of host country, academic coursework, etc.) continue to influence you today?
• Do you have any advice for future applicants?

Since this will be an online webinar, panelists can participate from the comfort of their home or office, as long as they have an internet connection and microphone/telephone.  Individuals who reside in the DC area are also welcome to come to the Institute of International Education main office, located downtown at 1400 K Street NW.

Interested? Please contact Sarah Gleisner to volunteer or with any questions at SGleisner (at) iie (dot) org. We look forward to your participation.

Do you want to develop your leadership skills on a team of professionals dedicated to serving NSEP alumni?

Are you an enthusiastic, self-motivated NSEP alum in the D.C. area

who would like to play an important role in a growing non-profit organization? 

Call for Applications

The Boren Forum seeks applications for new directors to join its Board of Directors in January 2013. Board membership requires a one-year commitment.  Directors must have received an NSEP fellowship or scholarship, reside in the D.C. area, and be available for regular monthly meetings and other duties.

Director Responsibilities

Directors will attend monthly board meetings, formulate and execute the Boren Forum’s strategic plan, oversee the activities of the Boren Forum, and actively plan and implement its programs and events. Board service will begin in January 2013. Applicants should be prepared to dedicate several hours per week to the Boren Forum.

Application Process

Interested individuals should submit a resume and a personal statement of no more than 200 words to alumni at borenforum dot org by Sunday, November 4, 2012. The statement should include a brief biography, including the applicant’s NSEP award, year, and country, and relevant experience. The statement should also describe what the applicant can contribute to the Boren Forum and why the applicant wishes to join the Board of Directors.

Please understand that the application process is competitive and the number of open directorships is limited. The Boren Forum expects to schedule interviews with selected candidates in early to mid-November.

We look forward to receiving your applications!