194th INTLconnect Newsletter- February 7, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello to all our INTLconnect Members!
You are reading the 194th 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
International Student Job Search Workshop
Friday, February 8, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, The Career Center, Interview Suite Room 213
Looking for jobs in the U.S. job market? Not sure how to proceed with resources? Don’t worry because job and Internship search tips for international students will be shared in this workshop. In particular, networking-based job search strategies will be taught along with introduction to resources such as Handshake, LinkedIn, and Myvisajobs.com. Please bring your laptop. RSVP now.
Friday Global Engagement Lounge
Friday, February 8, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Asian American Cultural Center (AACC)
Topic of This Week: Learn Small Talk and Professional Etiquette
Engage in conversation with our well-experienced and celebrated staff Mr.Un Yeong Park, The Assistant Director for Career and Professional Development for International Students in The Career Center at Illinois, will teach you the art and power of small talk and professional etiquette with scenario based practice sessions. Such techniques of building your elevator pitch can help you to grow your professional network in the U.S. job market. Hence, for all international students on campus this week’s GEL topic is of high importance.
For all international students on campus GEL is a platform can introduce you to campus, people, diverse culture and their innovative ideas with purpose. 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!
Work-It-Wednesday: Connect With Representatives from the Research Park and Internships in Research Park Panel Discussion
Work-It-Wednesday: Connect With Representatives from the Research Park
Wednesday, February 13, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, 715 South Wright Street, Champaign
Work-It-Wednesday is your chance to interact directly with experienced representatives. This event is more informal on demands for your networking techniques. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions about professional development and have your resume reviewed. To RSVP and for further information about this event, click here. All international students on campus are most welcome!
Internships in Research Park Panel Discussion
Friday, February 15, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Illini Union 210
Engage in panel discussion where you can hear success stories and get all your inquiries answered. Enjoy lunch and hear from employers in Research Park as they discuss their experiences and opportunities. For details on panelists please visit Handshake.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Undergraduate Affairs/ Career Services Marketing and Communications Intern at Gies College of Business
Application deadline: by February 15
The Communications Intern is responsible for assisting in the development, delivery, and evaluation of marketing and communication campaigns that increase awareness of programs, services, and special events sponsored by the Office of Undergraduate Affairs and Career Services in Gies College of Business. This includes creation of print and digital marketing materials and other online media such as electronic newsletters. To learn more about this position and its application process visit Handshake.
Organic Garden Supervisor at Urbana Park District, IL
Application deadline: by April 1
Under the supervision of the Environmental Education Coordinator, the Organic Garden Supervisor monitors the district’s organic garden service at Meadowbrook and Victory parks. The supervisor hosts garden hours, conducts garden inspections, informs and assists gardeners, presents gardener meetings and assists with garden programming. To learn more about duties and application process visit Handshake.
Application deadline: by July 1
This full time job position requires you to train/assist individuals with daily tasks and skills in a homelike community integrated living environment. Accompanying individuals on medical appointments, field trips and other appointments. Following methods and procedures of training, instruction and support services. Employer will accept CPT/OPT.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and have HS Diploma or equivalent to be considered for employment. Learn more about this position click here
ATLAS Internships at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Application deadline: by May 6
Focusing on the students in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences who are interested in gaining hands-on technological experience and have a passion for learning. All LAS majors/minors are welcome to apply!
This program is developed with the aim to provide students with a deeper understanding of technology and build skills that are essential for the workplace. CPT/OPT will be accepted. Details posted on Handshake.
Quantitative Development Internship, Summer 2019 at Akuna Capital, Chicago, IL
Application deadline: by May 10
Akuna Capital is a young and booming trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, data driven solutions and automation. They have top reviews from our students and accept CPT/OPT. For details click here.
Computer Architecture Internship at NVIDIA Corporation, Austin, TX
Application deadline: by March 30
NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. They are fast paced and have sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. To see top reviews and job posting visit Handshake.
Career Services Paraprofessionals (CSPs) at The Career Center at Illinois
Application deadline: by February 14
This great opportunity is open for all students on campus who want to gain experience and be a part of our amazing team. We are looking for enthusiastic, talented and dedicated students who are willing to learn and excel through this platform. For details please click here.
The Career Center upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
Samsung Electronics Meet & Greet/Info Session for Korean Students
Monday, February 18, 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Illini Union, 314B
Samsung Electronics Consumer Electronics/IT & Mobile Communications Divisions will visit University of Illinois to meet with Korean students. All the Korean international students and Korean American students, regardless of degree levels and majors, can join them. It is a great platform to utilize your elevator pitch and connect with the recruiters.
Meet & Greet: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Info Session: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Workshop
Friday, February 22, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143
Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop
Friday, February 22, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143
Indeed, what an educative opportunity for professional success! So, RSVP for CPT and OPT events on Handshake now!
Suit Up Event! Extra 40% off!
Sunday, March 31, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM, JC Penney
Join us at JC Penney where you will receive an additional 40% off all suits and professional attire and accessories. You will also be able to be measured for a suit and get tips and advice on putting together business professional attire. Transportation will be provided. RSVP on Handshake now.
Creating Your Powerful Resume
Monday, February 4, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143
Having a well thought-through and strategically laid out resume is key to landing an interview. Upon completion of this workshop, you will be able to draft an effective resume that describes your qualifications, skills, and experience. So, RSVP now for this useful event.
Maximize Your GoinGlobal Subscription This Year
GoinGlobal is a wonderful resource in our Career Center website for all Illinois students on campus. Let us make the best utilization of this resource by scheduling a complimentary, one hour training session. Training highlights:
- Work authorization regulations
- Industry and employment trends
- Professional and social networking
- Company protocol and interviewing customs
Please click here for more details.
Don’t miss the resources while you have access and opportunity to get most out of it: we have the China job portal powered by LockIn China. Explore your options!
The importance of China job market is unanimous globally. Job postings, online classes on resumes, internship in China and very resources might interest you. So visit and explore such resourceful portal that we have for our students.
Other Upcoming Events/Workshops
Student leadership awards and scholarships, Student Affairs at Illinois.
The Student Leadership Awards & Scholarships program recognizes students and Registered Student Organizations (RSO) for academic excellence, a commitment to leadership at the University of Illinois, and a dedication to service at the local, national, and international level.
Nominate a Deserving Student
Student Leadership Awards & Scholarships Nomination Form
Nomination Deadline
- Friday, February 15, 2019, 11:59 pm
Student Leadership Awards & Scholarships Banquet Information
Every spring, the University of Illinois recognizes outstanding students at an honorary events banquet. Recipients are expected to attend the banquet, unless they are studying off-campus this semester. Date: Friday, April 26, 2019. More details please click here.
San Francisco Career Forum 2019
Saturday, February 16 and Sunday February 17, 2019 (Location and time would be announced later to the qualified students through e-mail)
Japanese-English bilingual students graduating between December 2018 and June 2020 residing in U.S and Canada register to the San Francisco Career Forum by January 31, 2019. For details click here.
Book of the Week
Thinking, Fast And Slow
Writer: Daniel Kahneman
Main Topic: Factors and Contingencies Related to Consumer Behavior and Human Psychology
In 2002, Daniel Kahneman won the Nobel in economic science. He attested his book as lifetime guide for wisdom. The author introduces two highly appreciated terms, “cognitive biases”, which means unconscious errors of reasoning that distort our judgment of the world and “hedonic psychology”- the science of happiness, its nature and its causes.
To the promising reviewers, it is an astonishingly rich book: lucid, profound, full of intellectual surprises and self-help guide for all professionals. To check the availability please click here.
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