Career Center: Just In Time Employer Meetup

Are you graduating in a few short weeks and still searching for a job? Need a summer internship?

If so, this event is for YOU!

Just In Time Employer Meetup
TODAY Friday, April 29   12-2pm
University Career Center & The President's Promise (3rd Floor Hornbake Library, South wing)

Come to a relaxed, informal opportunity to meet and greet with organizations that are actively hiring graduating University of Maryland students. Each company will give a 3-5 minute overview and then be seated at tables to have conversations with students over light refreshments for the remainder of event.

Event Overview

12:00-12:15pm: 3-5 minute employer presentation
12:20-2:00pm: Relaxed conversations over refreshments - feel free to stop by even if just for a few minutes!

Organizations Attending

Merrill Edge, Gold's Gym, Maryland Department of Budget and Management, Target, The Literacy Lab, CDW, Comcast, Soccer Shots, USDA, Siber Systems, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG), Links Media LLC

MPA Student Scholarship Awards - Apply Now!

START Educational Opportunities

Career Center: End of the Semester Workshops, Employer Sessions, Job and Internship Opportunities

Job and Internships Resources for BSOS students:  http://go.umd.edu/UCCBSOS   

Internships  & Workshops

What Employers Want Workshop: Communication in the Workplace Workshop

Tuesday, April 19, 2016 • 2:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing

The Workshop will address communication concepts within the job seeking, interview, and early employment process.Whether one is looking for an internship, conducting informational interviews, or seeking a full-time position, this is a great opportunity for any student.

Please RSVP

  

How to Find an Internship

Thursday, April 21, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing

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 specific resources, quick tips, and strategies to build your network.

Please RSVP

Photo Fridays and LinkedIn: Beyond the Headshot

Friday, April 22, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

May 6, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing

Have you always wanted to build a LinkedIn profile? Are you looking for ways to make your profile stand out from the rest? Whether you are new to LinkedIn or not, come join us to learn how to best utilize this powerful media platform. We’ll show you how to jump-start your engagement with this networking community to explore internship and job opportunities. We can also assist you in building your LinkedIn presence or provide feedback on your existing profile.

Please RSVP

Personal Finance 101

Wednesday, April 27, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

University Career Center - 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing

Come learn about personal finance from our employer guest! Learn about creating budgets, saving for retirement, and the benefits offered as a part of entry-level job offers!

Please RSVP

Informational Sessions

Learn about new industries related to BSOS!

Prince George's County Police Fall 2016 Internship Opportunity

Learning Assistance Services: Academic Success Workshops

LAS Spring 2016 Study Table: Study Smarter Not Harder

When: Monday, April 18, 2016 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Shoemaker Building, Room 2202

Description: Students meet biweekly to strengthen their study skills. Topics include time management, organization, study skills, notetaking, exam preparation, and exam anxiety.

LAS Spring 2016 Study Table: Time Tables

When: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Shoemaker Building, Room 2202

Description: Students meet at critical points throughout the semester to develop their time management skills.

LAS Workshop: Save Your Semester

When: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Where: Shoemaker Building, Room 2202

Description: Are you feeling overwhelmed? Don't give up! Attend this workshop to learn how to organize the remaining weeks of your semester.

Become a BSOS Peer Mentor

BSOS is currently recruiting peer mentors for Fall 2016!

The Peer Mentor Program is a component of the student services offered by the BSOS Advising Center. The primary role of Peer Mentors is to teach the BSOS Graduation Planning workshops each semester and conduct various presentations in BSOS UNIV100 sections. Through the services they provide to fellow students, Peer Mentors gain leadership, presentation, and public speaking skills. In preparation for their required tasks, all Peer Mentors are expected to attend weekly class sessions and serve for at least two semesters. Students will earn 1 academic credit after successful completion of each semester. Please visit http://bsosundergrad.umd.edu/engagement/bsos-peer-mentors for additional information.

To be eligible for BSOS Peer Mentors, the following criteria must be met:

• Primary major must be in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
• Must be a BSOS major for a minimum of 2 semesters
• Sophomore, junior, or senior standing with intentions to return for Fall 2016
• At least a 2.5 GPA within major
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5+ (Required Submission of Unofficial Transcript)
• Must be in good judicial/academic standing

It's not too late....employers visiting the career center

BSOS students, it is never too late to meet employers and expand your network! The University Career Center hopes to see you at…

UnShelled: Startup Career & Internship Fair Thursday, April 21, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Stamp Student Union - Colony Ballroom

The UnShelled: Startup Career & Internship is a fun and informative opportunity for students to connect with new and innovative companies, explore opportunities and develop lasting relationships with representatives. The Washington, DC and Baltimore areas are home to manystartups looking for talented, diverse, and creative people like you. Do not miss your opportunity to network with these unique firms! Advance registration is not required.

Opportunities in the Temporary Job Market 

Thursday, April 21, 2016 • 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

University Career Center, 3rd Floor of Hornbake Library, South Wing

Still seeking a PAID summer opportunity?

Looking for something to do for a year while you apply to graduate school?

Interested in working abroad post-graduation?

Attend this panel to learn about the different types of short term work opportunities available and how to make yourself marketable! Undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent alumni are encouraged to attend. Panelist attending:

·     Law Resources- specializes in temporary and permanent legal placement.

·     Contemporaries, Inc.- specializes in providing top-notch staffing support services to federal and private sector clients within the D.C. metro area.

·     Teach Thailand Corps - specializes in sending recent graduates to Thailand for 10 months of teaching English.

All participants will receive additional resources on “gap year” experiences as well.

Just In Time Hiring Meet Up: Employer Networking Sessions 

Friday, April 29, 2016 • 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

University Career Center, 3rd Floor of Hornbake Library, South Wing

Are you graduating in May and still job searching? If the answer is yes, this event is for you!

Come to a relaxed, informal opportunity to meet and greet with organizations that are actively hiring graduating University of Maryland students. Each organization will give a 3-5 minute overview and then be seated at tables to have conversations with students over light refreshments for the remainder of event.

·        12:00-12:30: 3-5 minute employer presentation

·        12:30-2:00: Relaxed conversations over refreshments – feel free to stop by even if just for a few minutes!

Appropriate Attire: Minimum attire for ALL sessions with employers present is business casual unless otherwise specified.

Plan for your future with these workshops!

Bright Futures: Summer 2016 Internship Scholarship

Deadline to apply: Monday, April 25, 2016

Careers in Environmental Health - Tomorrow April 13

Looking for a summer internship or full-time job working towards improving the health and lives of the community? Are you interested in making our environment safer for the future generations? Planning to go into a career in this direction?

Join the University Career Center for the "Careers in Environmental Health" Panel tomorrow, April 13th from 4:00-5:30pm in 3100 Hornbake Library to meet the following panelists:

* Diversity Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

* Coastal Planning Section Chief - Maryland Department of Natural Resources

* Associate Director- Digital Fundraising and Outreach, Ocean Conservancy

* Public Health Advocacy Coordinator, Maryland Environmental Health Network

* Deputy Director – Environmental Health Bureau, Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene

* Assistant Director- New Initiatives, UMD Dining Services

Don't miss this opportunity to network with potential employers and learn about different career options in this growing industry.

Advance RSVP is NOT required. Light refreshments will be served! See you there!