CAREER COACH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Career Coaching
Are you a leader of an RSO on campus who would like your members to engage some professional development? CAS Career Coaches can provide information through presentations around a variety of career topics from application materials (resumes, cover letters, etc.), searching and identifying internship opportunities, how to network or connect with alumni/professionals in career interest areas, preparing for an interview, or understanding the graduate school process…and more! If you are interested please fill out our Presentation Request from HERE and a CAS Career Coach will follow up with you!
Gaining Experience
Undergraduate Student Intern at the Foster Care Review Office
• Foster Care Review Office (FCRO) has an opportunity for an undergraduate student intern to help our office track legislative bills and activity during the 2022 Nebraska legislative session.
• The Foster Care Review Office is an independent state agency responsible for oversight of the foster care system in Nebraska. In addition, the FCRO submits annual and quarterly reports to the legislature with data and information about children in out-of-home care in Nebraska.
• Location: In Lincoln office or remote
• Hours: 10 hours/week
• Submit interest or resume to Monika Gross at monika.gross@nebraska.gov.
2022 Ray Diversity Fellowship
We are pleased to announce that the 2022 application cycle for the Roger Arliner Young (RAY) Diversity Fellowship is now open! The RAY Diversity Fellowship is a two-year (1-year with 1-year renewal), full-time position with partner conservation and clean energy organizations with the goal of increasing and facilitating environmentally-related career pathways for emerging leaders of color. RAY Fellows have worked in a variety of communications, climate, policy, research, education, fieldwork, and philanthropic capacities.
Eligibility & How to Apply
• Eligible applicants will:
• Come from a racial / ethnic background underrepresented in the environmental sector and demonstrate a commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Be no more than 1 year out of college and have a Bachelor's Degree by August 2022 (we are not considering individuals with graduate degrees at this time)
• Have not had a full-time job in conservation or clean energy
• Have the ability to work in the United States and commit to the entire fellowship
• Visit their website at http://www.rayfellowship.org/apply for application instructions and deadlines.
Pre-Law
Get to Know the LSAT
March 10th, 2022 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in Love Library South
Register: https://explorecenter.unl.edu/about/workshops-events
Professional School Visit: Creighton University College of Law
March 7th, 2022 from 10:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Professional School Visit: UNL College of Law
March 10th, 2022 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Professional School Visit: UNL College of Law
March 22nd, 2022 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
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
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
#JayPA Day at Creighton
March 19th from 9 AM- 1 PM at Harper Ballroom on the Creighton University Campus in Omaha
• The PA program at Creighton University invites students interested in becoming a PA to an informational meeting on Saturday, March 19, 9 AM- 1 PM in Harper Ballroom on their campus. Creighton PA faculty and staff are looking forward to meeting potential CU PA applicants and sharing about their program.
• To Register: https://choose.creighton.edu/register/?id=a2101490-dd0d-4034-9938-6442f159c6f8
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.
Remote Research Assistant
• Application Deadline: March 20th at go.osu.edu/powerapp
• The POWER Skills Research Lab is hiring UNL undergraduates for remote research assistant positions. These research positions are available through a UNL alum who is currently in medical school at OSU and the organization is passionate about making medicine more equitable and so encourages those from underserved populations to strongly consider applying. This position provides mentorship, leadership, and research experience. See the attached flyer for more information.
• More Info: Zoom information session on Tuesday March 1, @ 6pm here.
UNMC Genetic Counseling Career Exploration Webinar
March 24th, 4:30-6pm CST
• UNMC will be hosting a virtual webinar about careers in Genetic Counseling on Thursday, March 24. Genetic counselors are healthcare providers with education in medical genetics and counseling. Genetic counseling is a fast-growing field --it's estimated that the number of genetic counselors in the U.S. will increase 28 percent by 2026 --in part because of the incredible advances in genetic testing over the past decade. Genetic counselors work in a variety of settings, including university medical centers, private and public hospitals/medical facilities, diagnostic laboratories, health maintenance organizations, not-for-profit organizations, and government organizations and agencies.
• Register: https://unebmc.radiusbycampusmgmt.com/ssc/eform/KEx78KI7700kx6700rN73F.ssc
Professional School Visit: Creighton (PT, OT, and Pharmacy)
March 8th , 2022 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Professional School Visit: UNMC College of Dentistry
March 24th, 2022 from 1:40 pm to 4:40 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Essays for Health Schools
March 23rd , 2022 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
GRE Prep for Health Schools
March 24th , 2022 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Register: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Employer Engagement
Gallup: Employer in Residence
March 8th, 2022, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Howard L. Hawks Hall
• At Gallup, we believe it takes the unique talents and passions of each team member to solve the problems facing world leaders and organizations today. Our strengths-based culture encourages us to focus on what we do best, creating an environment where we can maximize our talents and achieve our goals. Empowered by world-class managers who truly care about our growth and development, we’re able to leverage our strengths to create a positive impact on the world.
NRC Health: Employer in Residence
March 10th, 2022, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in Howard L. Hawks Hall
• NRC Health has helped healthcare organizations illuminate and improve the moments that matter to patients, residents, physicians, nurses, and staff for 35 years. Our empathetic heritage, proprietary methods, and holistic approach enable our partners to better understand the people they care for and design experiences that inspire loyalty and trust.
Online / Virtual Career Events
• Google Presents: Ask a Recruiter: Resume Edition
• Pro-Football Hall of Fame “Before the Snap” ft. Liz Jeralds
• How to CRUSH your Internship this Summer