289th INTLconnect Newsletter- October 21st, 2021
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman (rahman12@illinois.edu)
Hello INTLconnect Members,
You are reading the 289th 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.
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INTL News
International Students Career Series Fall -2021: In-Person Job Search Resources
Monday, November 1, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., The Career Center Interview Suite (616 E. Green St, Room 213, Champaign)
The Career Center is offering an International Careers Series to assist international students in their job search! Our next workshop will be held at The Career Center Interview Suite (616 E. Green St, Room 213, in Champaign) on November 1 from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Learn about job search resources that help international students find internship and full-time opportunities in the U.S. Register on Handshake.
Career Qualified Podcast: Most Recent Episode on Career Skills, featuring Molly Robinson from Teach for America
Career Qualified is a new podcast designed to help students navigate professional development through conversations and interviews with recruiters, alumni, and those in the field that can give insight based on their experience. Get an inside scoop on best practices for resumes, interviews, LinkedIn, career fairs, and more through a behind-the-scenes networking perspective in an approachable way - all in the time it takes you to walk across campus. You can easily search for ‘Career Qualified’ and find it on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, or, simply by clicking on the links below:
Events/Programs/Services by The Career Center and Career Offices on Campus
Student Interview Space Request
The Career Center has availability for you to reserve space for your next Zoom or phone interview! This service is available from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Complete a reservation form to request a spot.
The Career Center Workshop (In-Person) Calendar Fall- 2021
- Monday, October 25: Finding an Internship
- Wednesday, October 27: Acing Your Interview
- Monday, November 8: Creating your Powerful Resume
All workshops will be held from 5:00 - 6 p.m. at The Career Center Conference Room (715 S. Wright St., Room 143, in Champaign). Check out the workshops presented by our very own Career Services Paraprofessionals on topics to assist you with preparing for your job search.
Mock Interview Program at The Career Center
Practice interviewing with a Career Center Mock Interview Coach and receive instant feedback in preparation for real interviews. Schedule a mock interview, click here.
Career Drop-In Advising
Monday - Thursday from Noon - 2 p.m. and on Fridays from Noon - 1 p.m. Stop by The Career Center!
Our career coaches will assist you with any career-related concerns by connecting you to relevant resources and accurate information. During these 10 - 15-minute sessions, you will learn about resources for finding an internship, strategies for choosing a major, or tips for an upcoming interview.
Upcoming Virtual and In-Person Events/Workshops/Info Sessions/Fairs
Amazon Operations Information Session (Virtual)
Thursday, October 28, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Amazon.com, Inc., an American multinational technology company, is looking for college graduates who are willing to serve in their operations field. To learn more and register, visit Handshake.
China System Campus Talk for UIUC Students (Virtual)
Wednesday, November 3, 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
China Electric System Technology (CESTC) supplies electronic services including high-tech projects, environmental projects, and digital information services. In this event, students will explore what life is like working for a Chinese enterprise in the information industry. Students who are interested in working in China in their Junior/Senior/Master/Ph.D. years are welcome. To learn more and register, visit Handshake.
Virtual Career fair invitation: Taiwan Trade Center
This virtual career fair will have job postings from tech and financial companies. Students graduating with degrees in Engineering, Information Technology, and Computer Science are the most sought after, but there are jobs opportunities for almost any major are available. Registration is now open and will remain open until October 31. How to Register:
- Register as a job seeker through Contact Taiwan’s website, here. Be sure to list Taiwan Trade Center, Chicago as the method of hearing about this opportunity. When confirmed, you will receive a confirmation E-mail (this may take up to one business day).
- After the applicant has received a Contact Taiwan confirmation email, they will register for the career fair under the talent tab here. Registering will allow prospective employers to access your resume and contact information.
- Boston Career Forum Online 2021
For Japanese-English Bilinguals: Held until November 30, 2021
BCF is currently being held online, until Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Students will have several opportunities to speak to company representatives virtually, apply, and interview. To register and learn more, click here.
On & Off-Campus Employment and Volunteer Opportunities
Undergraduate Intern at Dalberg Advisors, UAE, India, South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, Nigeria, Ethiopia
Application deadline: November 15, 2021 by 11:00 p.m.
Dalberg Advisors is a management consultant and advisory firm. Current undergraduate students with expected graduation in 2022 or 2023 who are pursuing a degree in Economics, Business, International Relations, Science, Math, Engineering, or a related field may apply for this internship position. Details on Handshake.
2022 Graduate Analyst Program at BlackRock, South Korea
Application deadline: November 6, 2021, by 11:00 p.m.
BlackRock, a global investment, and financial technology company has posted this full-time Graduate Analyst position. To apply, visit Handshake.
Technical Support Analyst at PConline365, DE, USA
Application deadline: December 30, 2021, by 6:10 p.m.
PConline365, an e-commerce company, is hiring a Tech Support Analyst. This employer will accept OPT/CPT. Details on Handshake.
Global Talent Recruitment at Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea
Hyundai Motor Company is an automotive company. Those who have/are expected to acquire a master's/doctor's degree in science and engineering from overseas universities, or have equivalent experience, may apply to their posted positions. Details here.
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