University Career Center @ BSOS Newsletter

Upcoming Workshops Networking (Online and Offline) Workshop Thursday, February 8 | 4:00-5:00 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor Come learn how to network effectively! We will go over networking online and offline via multiple different avenues, talk about the anxiety related to the networking, and what to say. For More Information & to RSVP How to Find an Internship Monday, February 12 | 12:00-1:00 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or, do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search? To help you with your internship search, we will discuss resources for searching, quick tips on making a positive first impression on resumes and during interviews, and strategies to connect with UMD alumni working within your intended career field. For More Information & to RSVP

Upcoming Information Sessions srcLogic Information Session Monday, February 5 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor Join us to explore the option of a consulting career. To help you decide if consulting is a good fit, you will hear from the Founder of srcLogic and several Technical Consultants. Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Do not miss out on this excellent networking and learning opportunity! For More Information & to RSVP Peace Corps Information Session Wednesday, February 7 | 4:00-5:30 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and have the experience of a lifetime. Join us to learn about Volunteer experiences, have your questions answered, and gain tips to guide you through the application process. For More Information & to RSVP *RSVP Required Navigant Consulting Information Session Thursday, February 8 | 5:30-7:00 p.m. | University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor NAVIGANT (NYSE: NCI) is a specialized, global expert services firm dedicated to assisting clients in creating and protecting value in the face of critical business risks and opportunities. Our information session will allow you the chance to learn more about Navigant's service offerings, as well as interact with our practitioners to get a better sense of our work and how we do it. Learn about two open positions for juniors and seniors. For More Information & to RSVP

Upcoming Panels Careers in Conservation Thursday, February 8 | 5:00-6:30 p.m.| University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor This panel will provide career advice for students who are interested in pursuing careers in conservation. Students will learn about different career paths within conservation from professionals from different conservation perspectives (including but not limited to environmental, ecological, animal/wildlife, conservation policy, etc).  For More Information & to RSVP Careers in Social Justice and Advocacy  Monday, February 12 | 5:00-6:00 p.m.| University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor Want to make the world a better place? Interested in a career in social justice and/or advocacy? Join us for a special panel examining career paths and opportunities in these rewarding fields! For More Information & to RSVP

Upcoming Opportunities to Network & Meet Employers IBM Global Business Services Consulting + Career Fair Chat Monday, February 5 | 6:30-7:45 p.m.| 1505 Van Munching Hall Want to learn more about what BEEing a consultant is all about? Getting cold feet about the upcoming career fair? Don't you worry about a thing: IBM has got you covered! Join us for an interactive session to learn more about IBM Global Business Services Public Sector, the Consulting by Degrees program, summer internship opportunities, and how to kill the career fair!  For More Information & to RSVP *RSVP Required ideas42 Open House Tuesday, February 6 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Off Campus ideas42 grew out of research programs in psychology and economics at top academic institutions, and our work draws on decades of experimental scientific research. We use these insights to design scalable ways to improve programs, policies and products in the real world. This will be an opportunity to learn more about ideas42, meet some of our team members and get a tour of our brand new DC office! For More Information & to RSVP *RSVP Required Women's Foreign Policy Group Annual Mentoring Fair Wednesday, February 7 | 6:00-9:00 p.m. |   Off Campus The Women's Foreign Policy Group Annual Mentoring Fairs in Washington, DC  provide an opportunity for students and young professionals to meet with international affairs professionals and learn from their career experiences. Unlike a career fair, the focus is on entering and succeeding in your field, not just opportunities at your company For More Information & to RSVP *RSVP Required

Intern for a Day Intern for a Day Intern for a Day connects undergraduate students with alumni, parents, employers and community partners for one day internship/shadowing experiences.   In order to receive an application to participate in Intern for a Day, you must attend an informative, 30-minute orientation session that will cover the application process, how you will be matched with a host, best practices when shadowing your host on-site, and how to show appreciation to your host after your experience. Spring 2018's Mandatory Orientation Sessions (Choose 1)  Monday, February 5, 12-12:30pm Monday, February 5, 4-4:30pm Tuesday, February 6, 12-12:30pm Tuesday, February 6, 4-4:30pm Wednesday, February 7, 12-12:30pm Wednesday, February 7, 4-4:30pm Thursday, February 8, 12-12:30pm Thursday, February 8, 4-4:30pm All sessions will take place in the University Career Center, South Hornbake Library, 3rd floor.  *RSVP Required