200th INTLconnect Newsletter- March 28, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello to all our INTLconnect Members!
You are reading the 200th 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
Immigration Attorney Presentation
Wednesday, April 3, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213
Three immigration attorneys from Madrid Crost Law Group, a Chicago-based law firm will come and speak on immigration and employment options after OPT and can answer questions about what options are available after the completion of F-1 or J-1 status in the U.S. This presentation will also cover information about current immigration law issues including on-going and potential changes in H1B sponsorships. Students may have one-to-one consultation opportunities on spot with one of the lawyer after the session. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any further inquiries regarding this important event. A glimpse of this event provided below, for details check Handshake.
D.I.N.E. (Diversity and Inclusion Networking Exchange)
Wednesday, April 10, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Illini Union Room 314
Engage with employers who value diversity in the workplace. Practice networking with company representatives in a casual setting and discover the qualities employers seek in potential candidates. Learn what questions you should ask to determine if an organization meets your diverse needs. Registration strongly encouraged. Register at go.illinois.edu/dine2019.
If there are any accommodations that would make you more successful at this event or for dietary accommodations please email, Lindsay Haitz at lah@illinois.edu. Details provided on Handshake.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Technical Solution Specialist Intern – IBM, Various Cities in USA and China
Application deadline: by March 29
The IBM North America Global Markets team is seeking highly talented undergraduate level students with a real passion for technology and sales to fill Technical Solution Specialist Internship roles. As part of IBM’s sales team, you will have the opportunity to work with clients as they transform organizations and entire industries. Other technical positions located in China can also be found on Handshake.
Intern - Actuarial P&C- RDC (Fall 2019), at State Farm Insurance Companies, Champaign, IL
Application deadline: by June 14
The State Farm Research and Development Center is a place where interns complete innovative, meaningful research in a collaborative environment focused on developing technical and business skills - a perfect complement to the classroom. Interns provide analysis and solutions through various methods. This internship program provides opportunities for year-round positions for all student levels, freshman - graduate students. All criteria posted on Handshake.
Multiple Positions at Red Stone Haute Couture Company, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Application deadline: by April 13
Globally acknowledged Fashion Brand Company of China is looking talented creative students for multiple positions posted on Handshake. Red Stone Haute Couture Co, Ltd is an internationally renowned pioneer in luxury management. Red Stone aims to infuse consolidated luxury markets expertise, sophisticated brand management experience and financial capacity into Italian heritage, craftsmanship and creativity. For info session date and time check the The Career Center upcoming event section.
Data Scientist Intern (Summer 2019) at C3 IoT, Redwood City, California
Application deadline: by April 30
C3 IoT meets an urgent and fast-growing demand for enterprise scale big data, AI, and IoT applications to enable digital transformation. The C3 IoT platform utilizes real-time performance monitoring and predictive analytics to optimize business processes, differentiate products and services, and create new revenue streams. This employer accepts CPT/OPT and has posted jobs for various positions on Handshake.
The Career Center upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
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.
International Student Job Search Workshop
Friday, April 5, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213
Good news for all international students on campus! Jobs 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 this event now on Handshake.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Workshop Coming up!
Friday, April 5, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, The Career Center, Interview Suite, Room 213, Champaign, IL
Learn more about the Curricular Practical Training (CPT), a work authorization for international students who are passionate about finding an off-campus internship in the US job market. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) advisors will explain the process of getting your CPT approved. The Career Center will provide tips for your internship/full-time job search. What an educative opportunity! To RSVP click here. If you want to attend OPT workshops please visit ISSS website.
Global Careers: Retail Industry in China
Friday, April 12, 02:00 AM - 03:00 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, Champaign, IL
The event is open for all students who are interested in learning about industry trends and employment opportunities in China. The guest speaker, Mr. Stephen Rector, an international retail executive and consultant. will delineate all those inevitable factors to establish your career in the Chinese retail industry. This event is co-sponsored by the Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies with support from the Department of Education Title VI Program. To know more about this event and RSVP click here. Please note, location is the main office of The Career Center on Wright St. not the Interview Suite.
Illini Career & Internship Pre-Fair Tour
Thursday, April 11, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM, Activities & Recreation Center (ARC), 201 E Peabody Dr, Champaign, IL
Prior to the main fair! The Career Center will host two pre-fair tours on April 11, 2019 at 11:30am, and 11:45am starting in the lobby of the Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). If you are interested in seeing the space before the actual fair begins at noon, please register for the tour. During the tour, you will: 1. Receive priority when printing your nametag 2. See the recruiter's space as they are setting up. 3.Have the opportunity to hear from an individual recruiter. RSVP in Handshake.
Red Stone Haute Couture Company Info Session & Recruitment
Wednesday, April 17, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, 515 E. Gregory Drive, Champaign, IL
Red Stone Haute Couture Co, Ltd is an internationally renowned pioneer in luxury management. Red Stone aims to infuse consolidated luxury markets expertise, sophisticated brand management experience and financial capacity into Italian heritage, craftsmanship and creativity. This global fashion brand of China is now coming to recruit our talented students. To RSVP visit Handshake.
P&G China Info Session on Campus Coming up! Stay Tuned!
Thursday, April 4, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM, Location will be posted on Handshake!
The world famous P&G China Product Supply Group’s recruiting team will be on campus to hire Chinese bilinguals who are interested in supply chain management careers.
Make the Most of your GoinGlobal Subscription with Valuable Training
GoinGlobal's Online Training! Utilize thousands of career resources, researched and updated by experts
Are your students and staff getting everything they can from your institution’s GoinGlobal subscription? GoinGlobal resources can help as they plan ahead for international jobs and internships. Please note that you have to log in to the site through The Career Center Website with your net ID. One hour training session includes:
- Work authorization regulations
- Industry and employment trends
- Professional and social networking organizations
- Office protocol and interviewing customs
To learn more about the training programs and schedules click here.
Other Upcoming Events/Workshops
Innovation and Development Forum by CSSA (Chinese Students and Scholars Association)
Sunday, March 31, 1:00 PM – 6:15 PM, Alice Campbell Alumni Center
Started in 2016, the Innovation and Developmental Forum is the largest academic communication platform held by students in the Midwest. This year, four themes are "Artificial Intelligence in Business", "Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations", "Emerging Media", and "Negotiation, Debate, and Bargain". This event is open to all students.
Friday Global Engagement Lounge
Friday, March 29, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Asian American Cultural Center (AACC)
Topic of This Week: Best Use of Career Offices
In conversation with the experienced staffs from the various career services on campus to know more this dedicated service for students and tips to make the best utilization of such resources when they have. The resources which students may not know about will be explained in detail. For all international students on campus is a platform to know about the 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!
KOTRA Michigan Job Fair 2019 for Korean Students
Thursday, April 25, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Detroit Renaissance Center Marriott, 400 Renaissance Dr. Detroit, MI.
KOTRA, a South Korean governmental agency, is going to host a job fair targeting Korean international and Korean American students in the mid-west. More than 15 Korean companies that operate businesses in the mid-west will attend this fair.
Note: KOTRA will arrange transportation that will depart Champaign on April 24th and return on April 25th. You will get an introduction to transportation after you submit your resume. You are strongly recommended to upload your resume as soon as possible.
To RSVP visit Handshake and learn more about KOTRA click here.
Book of the Week
Career Coaching: An Insider's Guide
Writer: Marcia Bench
Main Topic: Learn to be the ultimate mentor and resourceful for any coach/ Project Manager or HR consultants
Are you looking to broaden your own professional horizons as a HR professional and to develop their client's potential in a practical and spiritual way? This is the book you need to have in your archives.
The author emphasizes on the fact that nowadays, even project managers from all fields or disciplines, professionals even engineers need to perform career coaching sessions. On board coaching and mentoring to train employees is the new training technique to help newly hired employees perform effectively. This book provides guideline for enhancing career coaching skills for all majors. Besides, mentoring is one of the fastest growing, most rewarding fields- learning to coach need not be long, complex, or expensive! This workbook is designed to help you learn how to be a successful and effective career coach through 26 easy-to-follow lessons encompassing the gamut of career coaching.
To check the availability please click here.
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