CAREER COACHING AVAILABLE
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.
JOIN COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD
The College of Arts and Sciences Student Advisory Board (CASSAB) is a select group of undergraduate leaders that serves as a liaison between students and the leadership of the college. They provide feedback and input about the student experience and advocate for the interests of their peers, develop leadership and professionalism among their members, and regularly support college events and initiatives in collaboration with the Academic and Career Advising Center.
• Applications can be found at the following link with a deadline of September 11th: https://cas.unl.edu/get-involved-in-cas
• If you have any questions about applying email cassab@unl.edu
CAREER FAIR REGISTRATION NOW OPEN TO STUDENTS
Are you looking to connect with employers about future internships and full-time jobs? Register for this semester’s Career Fairs to found out who is coming and when you can meet with them!
• The University Career Fairs will be held virtually on Handshake across 4 days all from 12-4pm
o Day 1, Tuesday, Sept. 22nd -- Opportunities in: Science & Research, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Computer Science & Development, Math & Data Analytics, Marketing, Advertising, Sales & Service, Hospitality and Tourism
o Day 2, Wednesday, Sept. 23rd -- Opportunities in: Engineering, Construction, & Manufacturing
o Day 3, Thursday, Sept. 24th -- Opportunities in: Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Nutrition, Finance, Accounting, Banking & Insurance
o Day 4, Friday, Sept. 25th -- Opportunities in: Business, Management and Operations, Training, Government & Public Administration, Human Services & Non-profit, Law, Public Safety, Health & Public Health
CAREER FAIR FROM HOME PREP EVENTS
Monday, Aug. 31st & Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 10-11:30am, via Zoom
• Career Services is hosting two sessions of the new virtual event Career Fair from Home, with the purpose of helping talented UNL students have the most successful virtual Career Fair possible!
• Over an hour block, students will be able to navigate to 10 minute repeating sessions on topics related to engaging in a virtual Career Fair.
o Each session will be led by UNL Career Coaches and representatives from local employers.
• All students are invited to come to this event to ask questions or just watch and learn – register today!
o Can’t make the prep events? Check out the Career Fair Prep Canvas Site to find additional ways to prep along with recordings from the prep events here: https://canvas.unl.edu/courses/97750
VIRTUAL HUSKERS ABROAD 101 SESSIONS
Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 10:30am, via Zoom
Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, 4:30pm, via Zoom
Thursday, Sept. 3rd, 2pm, 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.
PRE-HEALTH ORIENTATION
Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 4-5pm, Nebraska Union (Regency Room) & via Zoom
• For new Pre-Health students, this session will cover Pre-Health basics and discuss course planning, entrance exams, co-curricular activities, and more. Attend the session that fits your schedule best.
• Zoom link: https://unl.zoom.us/j/93835888956
HUSKER CIVIC CHALLENGE FAIR
Wednesday, September 2nd, 11am-1pm, Virtual Event via GivePulse
• Connect with opportunities to serve in the Lincoln community at the Husker Civic Challenge Fair. Over 60 area nonprofits plan to attend the first virtual fair. You can peruse the organizations, select the organizations you would like to learn more about, and register for a time slot to visit with the volunteer coordinator.
• Prior to the day of the event, instructions and Zoom addresses will be sent to registrants. If you are fulfilling a service-learning course requirement, looking for an RSO community service site, and/or wanting to continue civic engagement, the virtual Husker Civic Challenge Fair is for you.
HUSKER SUIT-UP – NOW ONLINE
Friday, Sept. 4th-Sunday. Sept. 6th, Online
• The University of Nebraska – Lincoln and JCPenney are once again teaming up to help students build their professional wardrobe. This time it’s online!
• Save up to an extra 30% off select men’s & women’s career dress apparel, shoes & accessories to build your professional wardrobe.
• A link will be available to take you directly to the online sale event: RSVP at https://unl.joinhandshake.com/events/541685
• Order online and pick up in store or have your items delivered to your door.
CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS DURING IN-PERSON AND/OR VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS & EVENTS
Valmont Industries
Monday, Aug. 31st 10am-1pm, Virtually via Zoom at https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom
• At Valmont, we are committed to Conserving Resources. Improving Life. You can see it in how our lighting and traffic structures guide the way. Our wireless communications towers help keep people connected. The electricity used in millions of homes and business around the world is delivered through our power utility structures. Our irrigation systems help ag producers grow the food that feeds the world. The coatings we offer add life and aesthetic value to metal products while helping to create a more sustainable future. When we say we build a more sustainable future, we’re not just talking about how our coatings help metal products last 100 years. From our Nebraska roots, Valmont has grown into one of Omaha’s premier global companies. With facilities around the world, opportunities to build a sustainable future are boundless.
• Learn more at http://www.valmont.com/careers
• 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.
Kiewit
Tuesday, Sept. 1st, 10am-1pm, Virtually via Zoom at https://go.unl.edu/employerinresidencezoom
• Kiewit is one of North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations. With its roots dating back to 1884, the employee-owned organization operates through a network of subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kiewit offers construction and engineering services in a variety of markets including transportation; oil, gas and chemical; power; building; water/wastewater; industrial; and mining. Kiewit had 2019 revenues of $10.3 billion and employs 23,000 staff and craft employees. How we’re different:
o Top-tier health, dental and vision insurance available from Day One of employment
o 401K savings plan that includes company dollar-for-dollar match on contributions up to 6 percent of base pay
o Our employees are entitled to accrue at least 20 days paid time off each year
o We spend an average of $8,500 per employee each year on training and career development and reimburse up to $5,250 per year in outside tuition costs
o Kiewit is consistently ranked within the top five of the “Top 400 Contractors” according to Engineering News-Record
• Learn more at https://kiewitcareers.kiewit.com/
• 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