Monday, September 16, 2013

Fall CAREER EVENTS:

Calendar of Events- www.careers.umd.edu/events.cfm

PREP WORKSHOPS
How to Find An Internship
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you're at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search? This workshop is for you! This workshop is part of the Jump-Start Your Internship Search Certificate Program, where students can earn a professional portfolio and certificate in four easy steps while gaining insight into the internship search process. To learn more: www.Careers.umd.edu/InternshipCertificate. For additional information about this event: contact Erica Ely at eely@umd.edu.

Networking Is NOT a Four Letter Word
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
We all know the buzz word…. NETWORKING, but how does one network? Where and when are the opportunities to talk to professionals in your field? Learn how to promote yourself and build your network of contacts. Discover how to find opportunities to meet potential employers and professionals in your field at career & internship fairs, online, through contacts and informational interviews. Learn how to find the people you want to network with and how to maintain that network of professionals. For additional information about this event: contact Rachel Wobrak at rwobrak@umd.edu.

EMPLOYER EVENTS
Register for the Employer-in-Residence Program with any of the employers below. Employers participate in our daily rotation by providing one-on-one career advice to students/alumni on issues ranging from résumé assistance to answering the question "how do I break into your field?". Learn about ways you can improve your skills and get feedback from industry professionals about what they look for in a candidate.

Here's a look at the Employers coming this semester:
·         Thompson Financial Group - Employer-in-Residence - 9/10/2013
·         Girl Scouts of Central Maryland - Employer-in-Residence - 9/12/2013
·         Clean Water Action - Employer-in-Residence - 10/8/2013
·         United States Department of Agriculture - Employer-in-Residence - 10/10/2013
·         Kitchology Employer-in-Residence - 10/15/2013
·         Northwestern Mutual Employer-in-Residence - 10/17/2013
·         Centric Business Systems Employer-in-Residence - 10/24/2013
·         National Security Agency Employer-in-Residence - 10/22/2013
·         Polaris Project Employer-in-Residence - 10/29/2013
·         Ethiopian Community Development Council Employer-in-Residence - 10/31/2013
·         Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake- 11/5/2013
·         AT&T Employer-in-Residence - 11/7/2013
·         Rexel Employer-in-Residence - 11/12/2013
·         Enterprise Rent-a-Car - 11/14/2013
·         KSJ & Associates - 11/19/2013
·         Blue Cross Blue Shield Association - 11/21/2013
Online registration in advance is the best way to be sure you are seen at your preferred time (you can choose a 30-minute slot based on availability). However, we will take same-day walk-ins on a first-come, first served basis to fill any empty slots. There is no guarantee that you will be able to walk in and be seen at that time. For registration instructions, please visit:  www.careercenter.umd.edu/page.cfm?page_id=179
*RSVP for any of the events below by visiting the Center’s website (http://www.careers.umd.edu/events.cfm?frame=upcoming&type_id=31) and registering.
Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

Sears Home Improvement, Inc.: Employer Networking Sessions
Monday, September 16, 2013 • 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library - University Career Center & The President's Promise
Event Details: This is an opportunity to network and learn more about the available positions.

NCS (National Clandestine Service) Opportunities with the CIA: Employer Networking Sessions
Tuesday, September 17, 2013 • 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
The CIA will present an information session on their National Clandestine Service opportunities. They are interested in students from all majors. Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified. For additional information about this event: contact Renee Nicolas at rnicolas@umd.edu.

Arlington County Police Department: Employer Networking Sessions
Friday, September 20, 2013 • 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library University Career Center & The President's Promise
Event Details: Arlington County Police Department’s mission is the reduction of crime and the improvement of the quality of life in Arlington County by making it a place where all people can live safely and without fear. The public depends on police officers to protect lives and property. We work and live by a set of core values: courage, competence, commitment, compassion, restraint, respect and integrity. If you have these qualities, if you have the drive and the passion, then we want you to join. Police work is like no other job in the world.

Child Family Health International: Employer Networking Sessions
Friday, September 20, 2013 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing, University Career Center & The President's Promise
Event Details: CFHI - 25 Global Health Programs in 6 Countries - www.cfhi.org
Child Family Health International (CFHI) is a nonprofit recognized by the United Nations that offers socially responsible Global Health Internships for students of all levels interested in health or medicine. They will discuss and take questions on their global health programs abroad and scholarship opportunities, application process, and what to expect on a CFHI program. Through CFHI participants go on 4-16 week placements alongside local healthcare professionals in underserved communities. Participants rotate through clinics and public health facilities, attend health lectures, and become immersed in the healthcare system of the community. Over 50% of CFHI program fees go back to underserved communities abroad. Learn more: Child Family Health International: cfhi.org

Cornerstone Research: Employer Networking Sessions
Monday, September 23, 2013 • 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Location: Stamp Student Union - Thurgood Marshall Room
Cornerstone Research invites you to join us for an informational session to learn more about our company and the Analyst position. Cornerstone Research is a consulting firm specializing in the analysis of complex financial, economic, accounting, and marketing issues. ANALYST ROLE As an analyst, you will make important contributions within a case team during all phases of a project—from developing case strategy to conducting complex analyses to preparing experts for testimony. For more information: www.cornerstone.com

Kohl's Department Stores: Employer Networking Sessions
Friday, September 27, 2013 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: 3100 Hornbake Library - University Career Center & The President's Promise
Retail Loss Prevention! Come Learn about Internal and external theft, shortage, product protection and more! You will have the opportunity to network with Kohl's Executives and learn about great career opportunities as well.


Careers4Terps highlighted position by the University Career Center & The President’s Promise!
Log in to your C4T account (www.Careers.umd.edu/) and paste the position title in the “Search” box to learn more or apply.

Development Intern

Pathways to Housing DC

Position Type:
Internship (Fall or Spring Part-Time)
Desired Major(s):
Behavioral and Social Sciences/Sociology, Public Health/Behavioral and Community Health, Public Health/Public Health (MPH), Public Policy
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia (United States)
Description:
The Development Intern will be responsible for assisting the Director of Development in developing, implementing, and monitoring Pathways DC's fundraising initiatives to enhance and promote the organization's funding base.

The Development Intern will be responsible for the following duties:
•Performing donor research and thinking creatively to identify donor prospects through internal and external sources 
•Writing newsletter and website articles 
•Developing and maintaining Pathways DC's social media presence through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. 
•Gift processing and acknowledgments 
•Coordinating event logistics 
•Developing ongoing communications to prospective and current donors; 
•Maintaining records and database information on prospective, past, and current donors 
•Assisting the Director of Development with developing and implementing the strategic development plan. 


Monday, September 9, 2013

Welcome Back Breakfast


For internships visit Careers4Terps at www.careers.umd.edu.




The Internship Search Certificate is BACK!
The Jump-Start Your Internship Search Certificate program is BACK this fall to help students jump-start their search during the Fall Career & Internship Fair!  Download this PPT slide to help spread the word to your students.
Students need to complete all four steps below by Monday, September 23, 2013 to have a portfolio in time for the fair!
1.     Attend one How to Find an Internship workshop (1 hour)
2.     Attend one Finding an Internship at the Career & Internship Fair workshop (1 hour)
3.     Receive one resume critique by a career counselor in our Center.
4.     Conduct one virtual mock interview through InterviewStream. Once logged into InterviewStream, select the “Jump-Start Your Internship Search Certificate” interview option. (30 minutes)
Additional information can be found here: www.Careers.umd.edu/InternshipCertificate


INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES: How to Find an Internship
In partnership with the Jump-Start Your Internship Search Certificate, we are offering three (3) How to Find an Internship workshops this month in the University Career Center & The President's Promise!
Please encourage your students to RSVP to one today!


INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP SERIES: Finding an Internship at the Career & Internship Fair
Also in partnership with the Jump-Start Your Internship Search Certificate, we are offering three (3) Finding an Internship at the Career & Internship Fair workshops this month.  The first two workshops will be held in the University Career Center & The President's Promise.
Please encourage your students to RSVP to one today!


Walk-In Resume Critiques in our Center & Stamp
University Career Center & The President's Promise staff will be available to critique resumes on a walk-in basis. This will be a great opportunity to ask questions about your resume in preparation for next week's Fall Career & Internship Fair. Please bring a copy of your resume!
University Career Center & The President's Promise
3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing
  • Monday, Sept, 16 • 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Sept. 17 • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, Sept. 19 • 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  • Friday, Sept. 20 • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Baltimore Room, Stamp Student Union
  • Monday, Sept. 23 • 11:30 a.m. - 2: 30 p.m.


Internships on Capitol Hill and in Annapolis: a Student Perspective
Thursday, September 19, 2013 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
University Career Center & The President's Promise
(3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)
Are you interested in an internship with Congress or the Maryland General Assembly? Hear about the benefits of these internships and gain valuable tips on how to find and apply for these opportunities. A panel of students and recent graduates who interned in a wide array of offices will share their experiences and answer questions.
RSVP for this event: Click here


Fall Career & Internship Fair
Tuesday, September 24 - Thursday, September 26
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Comcast Center
300+ employers will be in attendance throughout the three days to meet with Terps and discuss Internships and full-time opportunities!  Currently, 177 employers stated they are seeking interns!
NEW THIS YEAR: Students can research the employers attending the fair through our new mobile web app:  www.Careers.umd.edu/mobilefair
For more information about the Fair: Click Here.


DID YOU KNOW?
187 internships have an application deadline within the next two weeks in Careers4Terps!
Students, faculty, staff, and alumni have access to Careers4Terps.  To set-up an account, log-in on www.Careers.umd.edu.


Teach for America
Internship Opportunities
Teach For America seeks outstanding leaders to join our efforts in placing teachers in DC classrooms, supporting our teachers, building our partnerships, and supporting our recruitment campaigns.
APPLICATION DUE DATE: Sunday, September 15
Potential internship focuses include… STEM initiatives, Latino male recruitment, organizational research & procurement, social media, website content & strategy, government affairs, Early Childhood Education initiatives, education partnerships, and development.
Click "Learn More" for further details.


Harvard Medical School
Paid Summer Undergraduate Research Internships
The Church Lab (Department of Genetics) at Harvard Medical School is offering paid, 10-­?week summer undergraduate research internships for
underrepresented students interested in research careers in genome sciences.
For more details: Click Here.


The White House Office of Presidential Correspondence (OPC) Associate Program
Currently accepting applications for spring 2014
The White House Office of Presidential Correspondence (OPC) Associate Program is open every spring, summer, and fall, and we are currently accepting applications for the spring 2014 semester. Associates work alongside our staff and interns, gaining valuable professional experience while learning about the White House and the Federal Government. Our associates serve in our office for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Click "Learn More" for further details.


Internship Search Tip of the Week: Search Agents in Careers4Terps
Search Agents in Careers4Terps allow students to save criteria for commonly run searches and set up e-mail updates so (s)he can receive emails of the most recently posted internships that match the student's interests directly.
Click "Learn More" for further details on how to set up a search agent.


Peace Corps Networking Opportunities

Discover the benefits of Peace Corps service from a returned Volunteer. Join Peace Corps Recruiter and Returned Volunteer Skyler Douglas to learn about the challenging, rewarding and inspirational moments of Peace Corps service. Have your questions answered and gain tips to guide you through the application process. To schedule a 30-minute session between 9:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. please contact Skyler Douglas at sdobert@peacecorps.gov.

Office Hours on September 11, 2013 from 9 a.m. to TBA
Office Hours on October 21, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Office Hours on November 20, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Group Networking Session on November 4, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

* 3100 Hornbake Library - University Career Center & The President's Promise

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Upcoming Career Events For BSOS students (Sept. 2013)


Please plan to attend the following Career Center activities for Fall 2013:


  • Walk-In Resume Critiques

    • September 16, 17, 19 & 20 • Varying times*

  • How to Find an Internship 

    • September 9, 17 & 19 • Varying times*

  • Finding an Internship at the Career & Internship Fair 

    • September 10, 12 & 18 • Varying times*

  • Networking is NOT a Four Letter Word

    • September 17 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.*

  • Cornerstone Research: Employer Networking Sessions

    • September 23 • 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Stamp Student Union

  • *Location: University Career Center & The President's Promise

    • (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South Wing)