CAREER COACH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Career Coaching
Still on the hunt for a summer job/internship or your first job post-graduation? Check out Handshake for opportunities in Lincoln, Nebraska and nationally. If you haven’t activated your account or are looking for additional strategies for finding opportunities aligned with your interests, check out the link below to the Canvas course that helps provide guidance on how to use Handshake effectively. https://canvas.unl.edu/courses/120878/pages/online-job-and-internship-search-tools-table-of-contents
Resume Drop-Ins
Tuesday, March 22nd, 12:30-2:30pm, Curiosity Suite, 1007 Oldfather Hall (10th floor)
• Putting together applications for summer internships/jobs or post-graduation employment? Stop by Resume Drop-Ins hosted by CAS Career Coaches, Meagan and Kristen, to get some quick feedback on your resume.
• Students will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis
• Aren’t able to attend drop-ins? That’s okay make an appointment with one of the CAS Career Coaches via MyPLAN using the following link: https://unl.starfishsolutions.com/starfish-ops/instructor/serviceCatalog.html#/service/4032433
GAINING EXPERIENCE
Open REACH Training for Students
Thursday, March 24th, 3-4:30pm, University Health Center Room 126
• Suicide prevention is a shared campus responsibility. Join the REACH movement by attending gatekeeper training!
• REACH is an interactive 90-minute training designed to help the university community prevent suicide by teaching faculty, staff and students how to:
o Recognize warning signs
o Engage with empathy
o Ask directly about suicide
o Communicate hope
o Help suicidal individuals to access care and treatment
• Participants who attend the full 90-minute training will receive a certificate and a REACH lapel pin.
• Register at: go.unl.edu/openreach
Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) Program
• The Office of Science / US Department of Energy is pleased to announce paid research internship opportunities for undergraduate students majoring in areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for the Fall of 2022. The application system for the 2022 Fall Term Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program is currently open, with all applications due by 05:00 PM Eastern Time on May 26, 2022.
• The Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships (SULI) program places students from 2- and 4-year undergraduate institutions as paid interns in science and engineering research activities at DOE national laboratories and facilities, working with laboratory staff scientists and engineers on projects related to ongoing research programs. Appointments are for 16 weeks during the Fall term, are open to US Citizens and US Lawful Permanent Residents, include a weekly stipend, reimbursement for one round trip domestic travel to the participant’s host DOE laboratory, and possibilities for a housing allowance. More than 850 internships are sponsored annually.
• Application is made online. Full program information and descriptions, including links to the online application system, are available at: https://science.osti.gov/wdts/suli/.
Nonprofit in Residence Program
11am-1pm in City Campus Union across from N-card office (near Chick Fil-A and Steak & Shake)
Tuesday, March 22nd - Cedars
• Cedars mission is to help children and youth achieve safety, stability and enduring family relationships. Visit their booth to learn about how you can apply to serve as a mentor for local youth.
• Contact to volunteer: Aiden OIsen aolsen@cedarskids.org
Wednesday, March 23rd - City Impact
• Cedars mission is to help children and youth achieve safety, stability and enduring family relationships. Visit their booth to learn about how you can apply to serve as a mentor for local youth.
• Contact to volunteer: Aiden OIsen aolsen@cedarskids.org
Thursday, March 24th - Civic Nebraska
• Civic Nebraska builds a more modern and robust democracy for all Nebraskans. Visit this booth to learn about how you can get involved with this organization.
• Contact to Learn more: Nancy Petitto nancy.petitto@civicnebraska.org
Friday, March 25th - Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach
• Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach serves the needs of homeless by relieving hunger, overcoming homelessness, addressing addiction, and providing outreach. Visit this booth to learn about how you can volunteer and assist with special events.
• Contact to volunteer: Victoria Oneil victoria.oneil@mtko.org
PRE-LAW
Legal Intern Position
• Bruning Law Group in downtown Lincoln is looking for hard-working students to fill a few legal intern positions for the remaining spring semester and for the summer. Duties include conducting legislative research, drafting, and editing documents, performing organizational tasks, and completing other duties as assigned. This position will report to the Special Projects Coordinator and requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and critical thinking. Interns will gain experience in a professional environment while interacting with attorneys and other support staff.
• Applicants must be proficient in Word and Excel. The positions are paid, and preference will be given to applicants able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Bruning Law Group’s hours of operation are from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
• Resume and transcripts: Anita Scheuler at anita@bruninglawgroup.com
• Questions: call 402-261-3475
Professional School Visit: UNL College of Law
March 22nd from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Pre-Law Workshops by AccessLex
• AccessLex is offering some pre-law webinars in the coming weeks. AccessLex provides tools for researching and comparing law schools and financial planning for law school. Sign up to attend any webinar that interests you:
• Building Your Law School Budget – Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 12 PM ET
• Choosing a Law School – Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 6 PM ET
State of the Agency Lecture Series featuring Dean Moberly and Assistant Dean Warren from Nebraska College of Law
Wednesday, March 23rd, 12:30-1:30pm, Auditorium, NE Union City Campus
• Join us on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 12:30 pm in the UNL Student Union Auditorium for our March State of the Agency lecture. Dean Richard Moberly and Assistant Dean Tracy Warren with the University of Nebraska School of Law will be our guest speakers. A reception will follow the event at 1:30 pm in the Heritage Room.
• More information on the lecture here: https://events.unl.edu/2022/03/23/163474/
Professional School Visit: Creighton College of Law
March 28th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
University of Iowa College of Law Bridge 2022
April 9th from 9:00 am-12:05 pm
• The University of Iowa College of Law invites you to the Law Bridge 2022 program. This free program is designed to introduce diverse students to law school. While we can’t be in person this year, we are offering the program as a way for you to learn what it’s like to be a law student, develop a strong application, take two mock law classes, and listen and interact with current and former law students.
• Registration due: April 4th. An invitation will be sent to everyone who registers.
Digital Practice LSAT Test #90
April 30, 8:45 AM-12:00 PM in Louise Pound Hall 27
• Please join us for a FREE Practice LSAT using a digital testing environment. This Practice LSAT will help you practice your skills on the LSAT as well as what it is like to take the test in a digital environment similar to the Official LSAT exam. You will need to BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP or TABLET to participate. If you do not have one, you can check one out here: https://its.unl.edu/services/equipment-checkout/. (Laptop check out must be done Monday-Friday).
PRE-HEALTH
Gap Year Opportunity – Orthopedic Surgery Research in New York City
• The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City is hiring a full-time research assistant and is looking for pre-health students who will be taking a gap year to work with their research team in foot and ankle surgery research. This position will provide experience in research and patient care. The position is an in-person position in New York City. The full details of the position and information on requirements and how to apply are attached. If you have questions, please email totalankle@hss.edu.
Essays for Health Schools
March 23rd from 4:00 to 5:00 pm
• What are professional school admissions committees looking for in your application essay? Learn how to write a great application essay for the health profession school you are applying to. With help from the UNL Writing Center, you will also start drafting some ideas for your essay.
• Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Professional School Visit: UNMC College of Dentistry
March 24thfrom 1:40 pm to 4:40 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
GRE Prep for Health Schools
March 24th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• If the GRE is required for admission to your professional health program, join us for a one-hour overview of the exam. We will cover the format of the GRE, outline timelines for studying for and taking the exam, and share helpful resources and advice on preparing to take the GRE.
• Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Professional School Visit: UNMC College of Medicine
March 25th, 2022 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
UNMC Virtual Admission Conference
March 25th from 2:30pm-4:15pm
• You are invited to the 2022 UNMC Virtual Admission Conference exclusively for UNL students! During this event, you will learn about UNMC’s mission and UNMC summer activities like SURP and SHPEP. You will also attend up to two program-specific sessions and learn about admission to these programs. The following UNMC programs will be participating in the event:
• Clinical Perfusion, Medicine (MD), Cytotechnology, Nursing, Genetic Counseling, Occupational Therapy, MD/PhD, Pharmacy, Medical Lab Science, Physical Therapy, Medical Nutrition, Physician Assistant Medical Research Careers, Public Health, Radiation Sciences
• Register here: https://go.unl.edu/unmc-conference (please register by March 23)
• Questions: jaci.gustafson@unl.edu
Professional School Visit: Des Moines University – DO, PT, Public Health, PA
March 30th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
UNMC/ASDA Predental Simulation Clinic
April 2nd from 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
UNMC’s American Student Dental Association is hosting a Dental Simulation Clinic on Saturday, April 2, 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM. This clinic will include hands-on dentistry activities, DAT prep, mock interviews, dental school tours, and Q & A with current UNMC Dentistry students. Registration and payment are due by Friday, March 25.
• Cost: $100 (sponsorships available)
• Questions: Email KatelynM.Smith@unmc.edu
EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
Ameritas: Employer in Residence
March 22nd, 2022, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Howard L. Hawks Hall
• At Ameritas, fulfilling life is what we do daily. We continuously strive to help our customers enjoy life at its very best by reducing uncertainty, helping grow assets and protecting what is most cherished. Backed by a foundation of financial strength, we offer a competitive array of insurance, employee benefits and financial products and services. And we service them in a highly welcoming, ethical and professional manner that builds lasting trust and enduring relationships.
Bank of the West: Employer in Residence
March 23rd, 2022, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in Howard L. Hawks Hall
• At Bank of the West, your money has values as well as value. We know money deposited in a bank has the power to finance positive change. So we are taking action to support activities that help protect the planet, improve people’s lives, and strengthen communities. We are redefining banking for a better future by focusing on areas where we believe we can have a real impact: supporting energy transition, helping enable women entrepreneurs, and financing innovative start-ups.
Hudl: Employer in Residence
March 30th, 2022, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Howard L. Hawks Hall
• We believe each moment in sports can change the plan, change the game and change lives. That’s why our mission is to build the world’s most powerful network of sports video and data to empower teams to make every moment count.
ONLINE/VIRTUAL CAREER EVENTS
• ScribeAmerica Virtual Info Session-Telescribe
• Equity Talks: Innovative Community Healing Through Music
• Pro-Football Hall of Fame Before the Snap ft. Matt Mango
• Google Presents: Googler Spotlight Series - Rochelle Tsai