CAREER COACHING
Interested in getting started or moving forward to take steps in your career preparation? Check out the link below to open-access Canvas modules focused on creating a resume or cover letter, finding opportunities on-or off-campus using Handshake, LinkedIn and more, and understanding the graduate school application process from should I go to how do I ask for letters of recommendation?
https://go.unl.edu/cascareermodules
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CAREER EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES
Office Hours for Career Conversations with the CIA
Wednesday, November 3rd, 9am-3pm, University Career Services, Room 225 City Campus Union
• Are you interested in applying or working with the CIA either during school or post-graduation? If yes, sign-up for a 20-minute conversation with one of our CIA representatives to get your questions answered about career opportunities, work environment, and culture.
• Come prepared with questions about positions found on http://www.cia.gov/careers (take the Job Fit Tool survey and share results), resume style, cover letter format, and anything else regarding working at the CIA
• Sign-up at the following link for time: https://go.unl.edu/ciacareerconversations
• Check in with front desk at University Career Services for your meeting
• About the CIA: The Central Intelligence Agency’s primary mission is to collect, evaluate, and disseminate foreign intelligence to assist the President and senior US Government policymakers in making decisions related to national security. All CIA positions require US citizenship and relocation to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.”
• Handshake event link: https://unl.joinhandshake.com/events/883316?ref=events-search
Day in the Life of a CIA Officer
November 4th, 10:30-11:30am, Heritage Room, City Campus Union (2nd floor)
• CIA Representatives will share experiences describing a “Day in the Life” as a CIA officer and will provide an Agency overview including the variety of career and internship opportunities available. Undergraduates and Graduates of all academic disciplines are encouraged to attend. All CIA positions require US citizenship and relocation to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• Handshake event link: https://unl.joinhandshake.com/events/883337?ref=events-search
CIA Application Workshop
November 4th, 1-2pm, Heritage Room, City Campus Union (2nd floor)
• Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) representatives will provide information regarding the CIA, the career and internship opportunities available, and best practices for applying. Speakers will discuss application process, resumes, cover letters, and allow time for questions. Undergraduates and Graduates of all academic disciplines are encouraged to attend. The CIA’s primary mission is to collect, evaluate, and disseminate foreign intelligence to assist the President and senior US Government policymakers in making decisions related to national security. All CIA positions require US citizenship and relocation to the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• Handshake event link: https://unl.joinhandshake.com/events/883340?ref=events-search
Health & Wellness Career Meet-Up
Thursday, November 11th, 5:30-7pm, via Zoom
• Are you interested in learning more about the fields of Health and Wellness?
• The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) and College of Education and Human Sciences (CEHS) are inviting you to attend our upcoming Meet-Up Event where you can connect and learn from professionals in fields of Health Education, Nutrition/Public Health, Behavioral/Mental Health, Community Health and Wellness.
• Check out more on who we have coming that you can connect with here: https://careers.unl.edu/channels/fall-career-meet-ups/
• Register on Handshake using the following link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/885894?ref=events-search
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GAINING EXPERIENCE
Spring Internship in State Offices with Senator Ben Sasse
Application deadline: December 1st
• Our Nebraska interns will not only get a bird's eye view of how we help people navigate the Federal government, but will also be exposed to practical outcomes of policy, sit in on constituent meetings, help organize various events, and of course learn how to effectively and efficiently communicate constituent opinions.
• To apply: To submit your online application, please visit http://www.sasse.senate.gov -> Services -> Internships and email your cover letter, resume, and college transcripts to internship_application@sasse.senate.gov for consideration.
• Check out the internship posting here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/3647415?ref=preview-header-click
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PRE-HEALTH
Healthcare Disparities Session
Join MHDI's November Health Equity Speaker Series on Zoom for "Understanding Disparities in Healthcare Access and Use for Youth in Foster Care," presented by Sarah Beal. Dr. Beal is an associate professor in the division of behavioral medicine and clinical psychology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She is also the scientific director for the Comprehensive Health Evaluations for Cincinnati’s Kids (CHECK) Foster Care Center at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Her research focuses on the impact of child welfare and healthcare involvement on trajectories of development and health for adolescents in foster care. She received her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This session is free
When: Thursday, November 18 at 1:00 PM
Register here.
Pre-Dental Conference
The Harvard School of Dental Medicine invites you to attend their 13th Annual Pre-Dental Conference. This year the conference will be held virtually on Zoom. The cost to attend is $10 (if this is a financial barrier to you, email asda.at.harvard@gmail.com). Registration before Oct. 31 is encouraged (registration is first come first served). If you have questions, email asda.at.harvard@gmail.com.
When: Saturday, November 6, 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM (EST)
More information and registration can be found here.
Virtual Mock Interviews
Wednesday, November 10, 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
To schedule: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
All Mock Interviews will be virtual appointments.
More information on Mock Interviews: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu/lib/documents/MockInterviewGuide.pdf
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PRE-LAW
Practice LSAT Test
Saturday, November 20th, 8:45am-12pm, Burnett 115
Take this opportunity to practice taking LSAT under timed conditions. This practice exam will be in paper and pencil format, and not a digital format like the official LSAT exams. However, taking a practice LSAT under timed conditions will help you to practice your strategies and thought processes and hone your test-taking skills.
To Register: Sign up for the Practice LSAT at: https://exploreregistration.unl.edu
Virtual Mid-West Law School Fair
• The Midwest Alliance for Law School Admissions, along with the Law School Admissions Council, is sponsoring a virtual law fair on Tuesday, November 16thfrom 10 am to 12 pm CT. At this point in time, more than 40 law schools are registered to attend. The event is free to your students so long as they have registered to attend at least one of LSAC’s Digital Forums (https://www.lsac.org/digital-schedule).
• Additional information and event registration can be found at z.umn.edu/MALSA2021.
• Please register by Sunday, Nov. 14
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EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
Employer in Residence: Firespring
November 3rd from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. in College of Business Howard L. Hawks Hall
Employer Information: Firespring is one of the largest communications agencies in the Midwest with more than 250 team members in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa. We provide creative, print, interactive and strategic solutions for nearly 9,000 brands, businesses and nonprofits all over the world from mom and pop to Fortune 500.
Find current openings here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/employers/118950
Employer in Residence: Southwestern Advantage
November 4th 10:00 am to 2:00. Pm in College of Business Howard L. Hawks Hall
Employer Information: For over 150 years, Southwestern Advantage has existed to help young people develop the skills and character they need to achieve their goals in life. We offer a sales & leadership program that gives university students a way to afford their degrees, gain entrepreneurial skills, and experience personal growth. Each summer, a sales force of over 1,500 independent student reps market educational resources to families across the US & Canada.
Find current openings here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/employers/11159
Employer in Resident: Omaha Storm Chasers
November 15th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm in College of Business - Howard L Hawks Hall
Employer Information: The Omaha Storm Chasers are the Triple-A affiliate of the 2015 World Series Champion Kansas City Royals. The Storm Chasers were back-to-back Triple-A National Champions in 2013 & 2014.
Find current openings here: https://app.joinhandshake.com/employers/225680
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ONLINE/VIRTUAL CAREER EVENTS
• Real Talk Tuesday: Diverse Abilities @Ford hosted by Ford Motor Company
• Breaking Barriers: FirstGens in Tech 2021 hosted by HubSpot
• Federal Hiring 360 for Veterans and the Military Community hosted by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• Women at Arup hosted by Arup
• Evolve: Do I Belong Here? Navigating Imposter Syndrome Phenomenon hosted by Teach for America
• Morgan Stanley Student Ambassador ‘Pointers from Peers’ Series: Sales & Trading and Research hosted by Morgan Stanley
• AlphaSights Webinar: Leveraging Language Skills hosted by AlphaSights
• October Coding Challenge hosted by SIG
• A Day in the Life-Advanced Technology and Research Consultant hosted by Arup
• Titan Talk: Securing a Successful Sales Internship hosted by Titan Machinery
• Morgan Stanley Student Ambassador ‘Pointers from Peers’ Series: Investment Management & Wealth Management hosted by Morgan Stanley