Hello INTLconnect Members,
You are reading the 259th issue of The Career Center’s INTLconnect Newsletter. This weekly newsletter covers career-related information for international students of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. For regular career resources for international students, visit https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/INTLconnect. If you want to connect with international alumni, join INTLconnect at Illinois LinkedIn group.To view previous newsletters, visit the Newsletter Blog.
INTL News
DINE: Diversity & Inclusion Networking Exchange
Wednesday, November 4, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Engage with employers who value diversity in the workplace. Practice networking with company representatives in a virtual setting. Please be aware that you will be placed into breakout rooms randomly. This event will help international students learn about American workplace cultures. Register in advance at https://go.illinois.edu/dine2020 Details are on Handshake.
Returning Home: Career Opportunities in Taiwan and Asia for Taiwanese Students
Friday, October 30, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Meeting ID: 959 4649 9657
This session is for Taiwanese students and alumni who are looking for career opportunities in Taiwan and Asian countries such as Japan and Singapore. This event is hosted by The Career Center and Taiwanese Student Association (TSA). The event will be delivered in Chinese Mandarin. For speakers’ bios and to RSVP: go.illinois.edu/2020Taiwan
Events/Programs by The Career Center and Career Offices On Campus
Global Careers: Canada
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 995 4241 9818
This event will help students learn about the visa/green card system and the trends in the job markets in Canada. Ryan Cha from SOS, an educational and career consulting firm based in Toronto, will speak virtually. Register on Handshake.
Finding an Internship Workshop
Wednesday, November 4, 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Gaining experience while in college is very important when it comes to finding employment after graduation. Learn how to search for internships and other opportunities by using different search engines including Handshake. Zoom link: https://go.illinois.edu/FindingAnInternship2
Upcoming Virtual Events/Workshops/Info Sessions
Recruitment Webinar Sessions: Bloomberg APAC
In early November, Bloomberg's APAC Campus Recruiting Team based in Hong Kong will be launching a series of webinars and workshops for candidates who are interested in its 2021 graduate and internship opportunities or a future career at Bloomberg. Dates and details are available here.
BOE & AUCA Online Employer Talk
Wednesday, October 28, 8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Join American Universities' China Association (AUCA) and BOE for a virtual recruitment session. BOE Technology Group is the leading IoT company providing intelligent interface products and professional services. Jop positions include management trainee, R&D, AI researcher, marketing, finance, legal, and HR. You will get a Zoom link once you RSVP at http://aucaevents.mikecrm.com/oP9MIAs
Shopee Virtual Career Events and Opportunities
Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan. They have quite a number of career events lined up this month and next month. Find more information about their company and their upcoming events attached to the link.
Employment Opportunities
K12 Math Education at Think Academy at San Jose, CA
Think Academy, a U.S. branch of TAL Education that is based in China, has informed that they are receiving applications of international students for their Math education positions. They will sponsor. For details, click here.
Multiple Positions at Xiaomi, China
Xiaomi, a China-based IT giant has recently posted multiple positions on Handshake. If you are interested in their positions based in Beijing, please check them out on Handshake.
Strategy Intern at KPMG, Shanghai, China
KPMG Shanghai Office is providing an internship opportunity for Chinese students interested in strategy consulting careers. For details and apply, go through the provided link below: https://uofi.box.com/s/ocnj31bh4v46dj3rer7hbe9l45pwrgmn
Off-Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
LockIn China Interview Fairs
LockIn China, a recruiting company in China targeting Chinese students studying outside China, offers opportunities for being interviewed in person by more than 50 employers in China. If you are now physically in Beijing (November 1) or Shanghai (November 8) after graduation, please consider registering for this event.
http://promotions.lockinu.com/eightyDay/2020jobfair
The Career Center (TCC) Virtual Appointments
Make an appointment with an advisor at The Career Center to discuss your job search strategies and have your resume reviewed. Please email Un Yeong Park at park351@illinois.edu if you have difficulties finding an appointment slot that works for you due to a time difference. He can offer early morning (7:00 – 9:00 a.m.) appointment slots.
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