CAREER COACH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Career Coaching Available Virtually
Connect with a Career Coach to talk about your future career goals whether that’s finding an on-campus job, creating/updating resume, identifying internships, preparing for graduate/professional school, etc. Make an appointment on MyPLAN using the following link: Schedule here!
Virtual Huskers Abroad 101 Sessions
Tuesday, Sept. 29th, 10:30am CST, via Zoom
Wednesday, Sept. 30th, 4:30pm CST, via Zoom
Thursday, Oct. 1st, 2pm CST, via Zoom
• Interested in going abroad but don’t know where to start? Attend a Huskers Abroad 101 session to take the first step toward going abroad! This session will cover researching program options, selecting a program, funding and the timeline for the process. Pre-registration is required at: https://go.unl.edu/huskersabroad101. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to you.
Law School Essay Workshop
Tuesday, Sept. 29th, 4-5pm CST, via Zoom: https://unl.zoom.us/j/94239064863
• This workshop will cover what law schools are looking for in personal statements and provide you with writing exercises to begin the process of developing your individual story in a strong and compelling manner. Co-presented with the UNL Writing Center.
Using Media & Tech in Major Exploration
Tuesday, Sept. 29th, 4-5pm CST, via Zoom: https://unl.zoom.us/j/92930107782
• Using the sites, apps and streaming services you use every day, this interactive workshop will help you think of ways to use YouTube, Netflix, Instagram, podcasts, etc. to explore majors and careers. We will discuss techniques, pros/cons, and questions to think about while scrolling, searching, and browsing.
Student Workforce Opportunities with the DTRA
Wednesday, Sept. 30th, 12-1:30pm
• The Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) Chemical and Biological Technologies Department is hosting a webinar about their opportunities within their Joint Science and Technology Office (JTSO)
• DTRA-JSTO’s mission is to lead the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to anticipate, defend, and safeguard against chemical and biological threats for the warfighter and the nation
• During this 90-minute session, you will learn about internships, fellowships, postdoctoral, and employment opportunities available throughout the DoD.
• Topics that will be discussed include:
o DTRA-JSTO’s role as the DoD’s Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense (JSTO-CBD);
o National Research Council (NRC) Research Associateship (Postdoctoral) Program;
o Pathways Programs: Pathways Internship Programs, Recent Graduates Program, and the Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF);
o Navigating USAJOBS for employment opportunities;
o Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program benefits, application deadlines, and success stories.
• Reserve your seat before the registration deadline of Monday, September 28, 2020.
• If you have any questions reach out via email to CBOutreach@chenega.com.
Save the Date: Master of Community and Regional Planning Information Session
Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 12-1pm CST, via Zoom
• Are you looking for a Master’s program that will allow you to improve the welfare of people and their communities? The nationally-accredited Master of Community and Regional Planning (MCRP) Program at UNL provides preparation for professional career opportunities in an exciting multi-disciplinary field. Students in the MCRP degree program represent a wide variety of undergraduate majors. The majority of urban and regional planners work in a wide-range of planning areas in governmental agencies and private sectors such as land use planning, environmental protection, economic development, transportation, community design, housing, social planning, healthy communities, energy development or school planning. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, the job outlook for urban and regional planners over the next decade is excellent, with a job growth prospect of 11% (much faster than average) and an attractive median pay (in 2019) of $74,350 per year.
• Register to attend: https://unl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckc-mvpjsuEtYDhxMPSHdhm9pBT-OTXVFM. Questions, please contact Leslie Gonzalez at leslie.gonzalez@unl.edu.
CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS DURING VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS & EVENTS
University of Nebraska Federal Credit Union
Tuesday, Sept. 29th, 10am-1pm CST, In-person Information Booth HLH South Lobby
• The University of Nebraska Federal Credit Union was started by seven faculty members back in 1937. Soon after membership was expanded to include university staff and in 2006 university students were added to the field of membership. In the fall of 2016 the credit union began reaching out to Alumni and welcoming them to join as well. The founders were big on helping the university community to save, borrow and live better. We continue to focus on these principles. Today, the University of Nebraska FCU has over 11,000 members and over $100 million in assets. We offer mobile banking, mobile deposit, Internet banking, checking and savings accounts, credit cards, consumer loans, mortgage loans, business loans, online bill pay and many other services.
Nelnet
Wednesday, Sept. 30th, 10am-1pm CST, In-person OR Information Booth HLH South Lobby & Virtually via Zoom at
https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom Check for update at: https://events.unl.edu/businesscareercenter/2020/09/30/151998/
• Nelnet has a reputation for innovating and simplifying complicated processes in an ever-changing industry. We are continually reinventing tools and resources to streamline processes for those we work with. Nelnet is headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska. Internship positions will be available in Connecticut, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
• Zoom instructions: Students will be able to talk one on one with a representative. Once you click on the zoom link you will be entered into a waiting room. Once the employer host is ready they will admit you into the meeting.
Northwestern Mutual
Thursday, Oct. 1st, 10am-1pm CST, In-person Information Booth HLH South Lobby & Virtually via Zoom at https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom
• We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And that doing what’s right is good for everyone — our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities. These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.
• Learn more about Northwestern Mutual: https://go.unl.edu/northwesternmutual
• Zoom instructions: Students will be able to talk one on one with a representative. Once you click on the zoom link you will be entered into a waiting room. Once the employer host is ready they will admit you into the meeting.
Check out virtual events with employers on Handshake by following this link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events
HANDSHAKE JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
Air Force Civilian Service - Meteorologist-Recent Grad
OTHER JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
Department of Energy - Spring 2021 Science Undergraduate Laboratory Internships
Cooperative Institute for Mesoscale Meteorological Studies - Minority Serving Graduate Research Assistantship
NewsWest 9 (KWES-TV) - Meteorologist
Other Job and Internship Resources
US Government Jobs - USAJOBS
American Meteorological Society - Career Center Job Board
PennState Dept of Meteorology - All Job Listings
Oklahoma School of Meteorology - All Job Listings
The American Geophysical Union - AGU Pathfinder Career Center
The Association for Women Geoscientists - AWG Job Board