187th INTLconnect Newsletter- November 8, 2018
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello INTLconnect Members,
This is the 187th issue of The Career Center’s INTLconnect Newsletter. This newsletter is a weekly e-newsletter covering career-related information for international students of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. For regular career services and programs for international students, see https://www.careercenter.illinois.edu/INTLconnect and our INTLconnect at Illinois LinkedIn group. To see the previous issues of this newsletter, please visit our INTLconnect Newsletter Blog.
INTL News
Global Careers: The United Arab Emirates
Friday, November 9, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
Good news for all international students on campus. Are you interested in the job market and opportunities of the United Arab Emirates (UAE)? Why?! Because in terms of the best corporate professional friendly regions, UAE has been listed among top 5 in the world. Professionals and alumni with experience in Dubai, and other cities in the UAE will share their insight. So, don’t miss this platform! To RSVP and more details check Handshake.
The Career Center (TCC) is Hiring Mock Interviewers!!! (Yes, You Heard Right!)
The Career Center is hiring mock interviewers for Spring 2019! Apply in Handshake (posting #2110892 Mock Interviewer at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Division of Student Affairs). This position is open to any graduate student on campus.
Deadline to apply is November 18, 2018. Besides, if you would like further information or have questions, please contact Monica Towner at monicad@illinois.edu.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Enterprise works Communications and Social Media Intern - Fall 2018/Spring 2019 at University of Illinois Research Park and Enterprise Works
Application deadline: December 1, 2018
It is unanimous that the Research Park is a technology hub for corporate operations focusing on innovative, cutting edge research and development. Enterprise Works is an award-winning incubator at the Research Park that focuses on science and research-based start-up companies commercializing technology from the University of Illinois. What a great opportunity to all international students on campus to learn from such winning team. Details posted in Handshake.
Various Job Positions (2019) at Samsung Semiconductor (USA)
Application deadline: December 14, 2018
Samsung Semiconductor Inc (SSI), is a world leader in Memory, System LSI, and LCD technologies. Headquartered in San Jose, California, SSI a wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. the second largest semiconductor manufacturer in the world. Recently the have announced for various positions for 2019 recruitment season. Details with deadlines posted in Handshake.
Solution Engineer Scout- Service (full-time) at Salesforce 2019 (USA)
This job position with details was introduced by one of our honorable international alumni, who is currently working with this company. Interested students can apply through the provided link and are most welcome to connect with the alumni through LinkedIn.
Quant Systems: Intern 2019 at The D. E. Shaw Group (USA)
Application deadline: April 30, 2019
The D. E. Shaw group is seeking motivated individuals with an impressive record of academic and/or professional achievement to join its internship program. Major job positions are related to portfolio/investment management as well as they will accept CPT/OPT. Details posted in Handshake.
Software Engineering Intern, Summer - 2019 at Google Inc. (USA)
Application deadline: December 14, 2018
Join Google, Inc. for a unique 12-14 week paid internship that offers personal and professional development, an executive speaker series, and community-building. Details posted in Handshake.
Architect Intern (Full Time, Paid) at Charles Paul Goebel, Architect, Ltd. (USA)
Application deadline: December 31, 2018
Good news for international students majoring in architectural courses. This employer will accept OPT and provides a great platform to enhance your skills and learning opportunities in States. Details posted in Handshake.
2018 Bytedance Campus Recruitment for Various Positions (Beijing, China and Los Angeles, California-USA)
Application deadline: December 31, 2018
A great opportunity for engineering students who are interested in beginning their career with experienced professionals of their fields. Bytedance will accept OPT for international students. The company has announced various openings in Handshake.
Internship Positions at UN Environment- Asia Pacific office, Bangkok! APPLY NOW!
Application deadline: Posted on website for various positions.
UNEP cordially welcomes international students to apply and accepts interns from both developed and developing countries. Students should apply against the internship advertisement in UN website first. For details please click here.
Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions by the Career Center (TCC)
TSMC Info Session for Taiwanese Students
Thursday, November 8, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
TSMC, one of the largest semiconductor foundry in the world based in Taiwan is coming to our campus to meet with Taiwanese students who may be interested in their full-time and internship opportunities. Their target majors are engineering, business, HR, accounting, finance and other related majors. If you are graduate engineering students who can join them before December 2019, you are encouraged to apply now. You may have a chance to be interviewed by them on the same day. To RSVP click here, furthermore provided here.
Careers in Consulting Panel Discussion
Friday, November 9, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
Come enjoy lunch on us and hear from professional consultants. A list of honorable panelists, along with their designations, are provided in Handshake. RSVP your earliest and stay tuned- more to come!
International Student Career Meet Up – Block Chain
Thursday, November 29, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
Join us for an informal gathering where international students can talk about careers related to Block Chain. Information on invited speakers will be posted on Handshake. Stay tuned! Open to all international students but due to limited space, registration through Handshake is required.
Other Upcoming Events/Workshops on Campus
Engineering Career Services (ECS) -Lunch & Learn: Career Readiness and Job Search Strategy
Tuesday, November 13, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, Digital Computer Laboratory (DCL), Urbana
Since Employers want more than the right major and technical skills, it a great platform, to unlock the key to what employers are really looking for. To RSVP click here.
Haier: 2019 Customize Your Future
Wednesday, November 14, 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Loomis Laboratory, 144.
Globally recognized Chinese company, Haier is coming on campus with view to hiring for their R&D engineering and Overseas Sales & Marketing positions. All international students on campus are most welcome! To RSVP click here.
Free Webinar for Students: How to Pass the United Nations Screening For Your Dream Job
Sunday, November 18, 11:00 AM (Champaign Time)
To achieve your dream-job, young professionals interested in building a career in the UN system! Webinar designed to introduce you to an online recruitment system called Inspire and provide a step-by-step guidance on how to fill in your profiles when applying for internships or jobs within the organization. To sign up and learn more, click here.
Global Engagement Lounge
Friday, November 9, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Asian American Cultural Center (AACC)
Topic of This Week: Ten Myths about Traffic Law with Student Legal Services
For all international students on campus is a platform to know about legitimate traffic law with inevitable awareness. Also, this is a great friendly occasion to make contacts with diverse students, chat with advisors and staffs from campus units, play games, and get questions answered! Moreover, by attending five sessions students will get a prize in the lounge.
Boston Career Forum 2018 for Japanese-English Bilinguals (Final Week!!)
Friday, November 9 to Sunday, November 11, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Hynes Convention Center, Boston.
This is a rare and exceptional platform for potential Japanese bilingual students to connect with the top management of several multinational companies in this fair. Majors from all disciplines are cordially invited. For more details regarding schedules please click here.
Book of the Week
The Best Jobs for the 21st Century
Writers: Ronald Krannich and Caryl Krannich
Main Topic: Job Search Skills, Techniques and Resources
This book unlocks the secrets of job hunting. It will make sure you win the job hunt with an edge and get the job you deserve! You can find 65+ best jobs lists, including jobs with the best pay, faster growth, and most openings! Also, you can discover and compare the best career and useful job descriptions packed with the latest details.
Besides, the authors emphasized on job seekers’ adamant spirit as well as analytical and cognitive skills to hunt a dream job; mentioned several key points regarding job evaluation process. To check the availability please click here.
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