CAREER COACH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Career Coaching
Ready to hit the ground running this spring? Schedule a meeting with a Career Coach to discuss ways to gain experience (internships, research, campus/community involvement), tips for your post-graduate job searching/interviewing, updating your resume and writing cover letters, and how prepare for pursuing graduate school. Make an appointment on MyPLAN using the following link: Schedule here!
RSO/CLUB INVOLVEMENT AND EVENTS
Event Planning during COVID-19
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, 3pm, via Zoom
• If your RSO, student group or department are thinking about hosting in-person events this semester, it’s important that you keep up with Directed Health Measures to help promote a safe environment and keep within university compliance.
• Join Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, TJ McDowell, each Wednesday at 3pm for a quick update on the latest policies and to get answers to your event planning questions in the age of COVID.
• Zoom available: https://go.unl.edu/eventplanning
Care Ambassador
• Calling Husker student leaders to apply to become a CARE Ambassador (CA)! CARE is the Center for Advocacy, Response, and Education, and we are excited to launch our first application for a small pilot program starting a peer education program.
• The ideal candidate for a CA is someone who is caring, empathic, has a passion for helping others, and fostering a culture of respect by educating others on stopping sexual violence, dating violence and stalking, and sexual harassment.
• CA’s will get the opportunity to grow in listening skills, public speaking, and programming skills to help build their resume and college experience.
• Application due: Friday, February 19, 5:00 PM
• Please find the application by clicking on this link. https://forms.gle/i4S6vBemSJej8jmL7
• Questions: Please contact Lanie Stutz at lstutz2@unl.edu or 402-472-3299.
CAREER-RELATED EVENTS
Virtual Conversation with a Zoologist
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, 10-11am CST, via Zoom
• Join us on the third Wednesday of each month as we highlight 12 different careers within the Game and Parks realm. These live interviews will be conducted via ZOOM and each month we will focus on a different career within Nebraska Game and Parks.
• Here, students and the public will be encouraged to ask questions relating to the career field, during the live interview. Presenters will also be showcasing photos, props and new information on their daily life in their job
• Zoom link: https://outdoornebraska.zoom.us/j/92934197460?pwd=VWVjRmtOdHQvMnVBNUFaWXloTWFxdz09
First Gen Career Readiness Series-Job Search Strategy & Networking
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, 3-4pm CST, via Zoom
• First-Gen students will learn how to develop a targeted job search strategy, research jobs/industries, and connect with employers via Handshake and LinkedIn. Students will hear recruiter Kelsey Mick with Sandhills Global talk about networking strategies and building connections in a field of interest to help you land your first internship, part-time, or full-time job
• On the day of the event, log-in to the Zoom meeting at: https://unl.zoom.us/j/91972541639 (Meeting ID: 919 7254 1639)
PRE-LAW EVENTS
Get to Know the LSAT - via Zoom
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 4-5 p.m. CST, Zoom link: https://unl.zoom.us/j/93630696919
• Pre-Law students of all grade levels are encouraged to attend this presentation on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT). Topics covered will include an overview of the exam and its sections, how to best prepare for the exam during your undergraduate education, practice LSAT opportunities, and timing of the test with law school admissions cycles.
GAINING EXPERIENCE
Huskers Abroad 101
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, 10:30am CST
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, 4:30pm CST
Thursday, Feb. 18th 2pm CST
• 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.
• Virtual sessions are held every week on Tuesday at 10:30am, Wednesday at 4:30pm, and Thursday at 2:00pm.
• Pre-registration is required. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to your Huskers email account.
o Register at: https://go.unl.edu/huskersabroad101
EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
Ameritas
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, 11am-1pm CST, Virtual via Zoom
• 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.
• Current openings: https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1206501&d=ExternalCareerSite
• Join Virtual Employer in Residence via Zoom**: https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom
• **Zoom Instructions for Virtual Meeting: 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.
Nelnet
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, 11am-1pm CST, In-person Booth in HLH South Lobby (College of Business)
• Nelnet is a leading student loan servicer – but we’re even more than that. We provide payment technology for over 1,300 higher education institutions and 11,500 K-12 schools. We deliver world-class fiber internet, TV, and phone services to residents of Nebraska and Colorado. We help borrowers achieve their educational goals with private student loan and refinance solutions. And we help businesses boost their performance with our cutting-edge technology and trusted expertise.
• More information about Nelnet:
https://proxy.qualtrics.com/proxy/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnelnetinc.com%2Fcareers%2Finternships%2F&token=E5jubue8FdnXnjWnPgwhJi8jxiSs%2B7fMWg%2Bwhi%2FjSLM%3D
• Current openings: Intern-Quality Control & Compliance, Intern-Implementation Specialist
Sandhills Global
Thursday, Feb. 18th, 11am-1pm CST, Virtual via Zoom and In-person Booth in HLH South Lobby (College of Business)
• Founded in 1978, Sandhills Global, Inc. serves the trucking, agriculture, construction, heavy machinery, aviation, and related industries with a diverse range of products and services from well-established trade publications and websites to hosted technology services customized to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Sandhills’ facilities include an on-site printing press, bindery, and state-of-the-art data center. Sandhills also operates a geographically disparate redundant data center in Scottsdale, Arizona, and supports multiple international publications with offices situated around the world. All Sandhills facilities are backed by decades of experience and continuous investment in the most cutting-edge technologies, making Sandhills a global leader in the respective industries it serves.
• Current openings: https://unl.joinhandshake.com/postings?employers%5B%5D=73571
• Join Virtual Employer in Residence via Zoom**: https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom
• **Zoom Instructions for Virtual Meeting: 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.
CAREER FAIR PREPARATION
Husker Suit-Up
Friday, Feb. 5th-Sunday Feb. 7th, Virtual
• The University of Nebraska-Lincoln and JCPenney are once again teaming up to help students build their professional wardrobe this time with an online option!
• The Husker Suit-Up online event goes on all weekend from Friday, February 5th-Sunday, February 7th. Save up to an extra 30% off select men’s & women’s career dress apparel, shoes, & accessories to build your professional wardrobe.
• To receive your Extra 30% off coupon, text HUSKERSUITUP to 67292 Coupon code can be used in-store or online.
• To shop online go to the special JCPenney Suit-Up site: http://www.jcpenney.com/m/suit-up and enter code at checkout to receive your discount. Online orders can be picked up in-store or delivered to your door. Coupon code will run until May 2nd, 2021.
• This online event is open to any UNL student, alumni, faculty & staff.
Career Fair From Home Prep Event
Tuesday, Feb. 9th, 10-11:30 am, CST (repeat event Wednesday, Feb. 10th 10-11:30am CST)
• The Career Fair From Home Prep Event is designed to help UNL students get ready to have the most successful virtual Career Fair experiences possible.
• Attend sessions focused on:
o Technical Steps, How-To’s, and Troubleshooting
o Setting Up Yourself and Your Space for Success in a Virtual Fair
o Preparing for a 1:1 session vs. a 30 minute group information session
o Finding Employers of Interest and Deciding the Days to Attend
• Zoom links and additional information here: https://careers.unl.edu/career-fair-from-home/
Career Fair Preparation Materials via Canvas
• Can’t attend the Career Fair From Home Prep Event or still have questions on how to prepare? View the open Canvas site for more information on how to navigate Handshake, set up your schedule to connect with employers/companies, preparing an elevator pitch/introduction, technology issues, etc.
• Link to Canvas site: https://canvas.unl.edu/courses/97750
CAREER FAIR SAVE THE DATES
Tuesday, Feb. 23rd, 12-4pm, Career Pathway Focus: Science & Research, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Computer Science & Development, Math & Data Analytics, Marketing, Advertising, Sales & Service, Hospitality & Tourism
Wednesday, Feb. 24th, 12-4pm, Career Pathway Focus: Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing
Thursday, Feb. 25th, 12-4pm, Career Pathway Focus: Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Nutrition, Finance, Accounting, Banking & Insurance
Friday, Feb. 26th, 12-4pm, Career Pathway Focus: Business, Management and Operations, Training, Government & Public Administration, Human Services & Non-profit, Law, Public Safety & Security, Health & Public Health
• Student Registration is open now and you must register to attend!!
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Scribe America Info Session
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/661020
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Data Science Internship Information Session hosted by Capital One
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/658163
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Department of Homeland Security CFO Panel
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/663319
Tuesday, Feb. 16th, Investing in You! Ace Your Job Interview: STAR Interviewing hosted by Target
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/659107
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, All Majors Career & Internship Fair (UNO Spring 2021 Fair)
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/21771
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, Growing up in the Government Health
Practice: Early Career Panel hosted by Mercer
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/664531
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, PepsiCo Sales Career Fair
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/654597
Wednesday, Feb. 17th, Scribe America Info Session
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/661026
Thursday, Feb. 18th, Hack the Technical Interview Workshop hosted by VISA
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/675887
Friday, Feb. 19th, Careers in Technology at KPMG
• https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/669226
HANDSHAKE JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
Mandli Communications Inc. - Field System Operator
Gray TV KOTA - Weekend Meteorologist
The EW Scripps Company - KMTV - Meteorologist/Traffic MMJ
DTN - Meteorologist Intern
OTHER JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
KTIV Television, Inc. - Weekend Meteorologist/Multimedia Journalist
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
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) - Opportunity Catalog