207th INTLconnect Newsletter- September 9, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello our INTLconnect Members!
Welcome back to the returners!
You are reading the 207th 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. Visit 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.
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INTL News
Global Careers Series
In our Global Career series, we are gladly announcing two great events for your global job opportunities in Japan and Canada.
Global Careers: Japan
Thursday, September 19, Noon - 1:00 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E Green St, Champaign, Illinois
Two non-Japanese alumni who are working in Japan will visit the campus and share their job search and career stories. Light lunch will be provided by Disco International who hosts the biggest career fair for Japanese bilinguals in Boston. This event is co-hosted by the Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies. To RSVP click here.
Global Careers: Canada
Friday, September 20, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St, Urbana, Illinois
Students who are interested in the job market of Canada where the visa/green card process is smoother and less restricted, this is a great platform for them to utilize since presenters from an employment/education service company based in Toronto, Canada will speak virtually about job market trends, the employment visa and green card system, and graduate school information in Canada. To RSVP click here.
The Career Certificate - International Students (CC-I) Program Fall 2019 – Application is Open! Gain a higher level of career competency and practical skills to successfully pursue job and internship opportunities.
The CC-I program is a unique and innovative program dedicated to career/professional development for international students. This program has been offered by The Career Center since Fall 2012. Once you Complete all of the requirements in the program you will receive the Career Certificate - International Students (CC-I). You will learn practical information, as well as skills and strategies for your search.
In 2016, CC-I received the Services to International Students award, a national award presented by the National Career Development Association. To know more about this program, eligibility and application process click here. Application will be closed on Saturday, September 14 at 11:59 PM.
2019 International Career Festival (ICF) Career Competition Application- Open Now!
Application window: Friday, September 6, 12:00 PM – Sunday September 29, 11:59 PM Venue of the Event: 504 East Armory Avenue, Champaign, Illinois
All international students who want to be competitive in the global job market are highly encouraged to apply to the ICF Career Competition 2019 to develop their professional skills, required for career success. Also win fabulous prizes! The top 3 teams will receive prizes, and all teams will receive a certificate of participation. To learn about the format and details please click here.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Various Job Positions at Hays Specialist Recruitment Asia, Various Places in USA
Application Deadline: Depending on Posted Job Positions
Hays is the world’s leading recruitment experts, and global specialist in the industry, been in business for over 50 years. Recently they have posted various job positions in various locations within USA. To learn more visit Handshake.
Future Leaders Program at Unilever China, Various Places in China
Application Deadline: by September 28
Unilever’s Future Leaders Program develops tomorrow’s leaders, today. This 3-year Graduate Program is designed to prepare Unilever’s Future Leaders (UFL) by giving them challenging jobs/roles that prepare them for business leadership roles. To learn more visit Handshake.
Online English Teaching at Simple International (Charlotte, NC)
Application Deadline: by March 30, 2020
Simple International based in the USA provides 2019 Online Teaching work opportunity. The company is linking the world through education by providing an international learning experience that allows you to teach Chinese children the English language. To Apply and learn more visit Handshake.
Various Job Positions at OPPO, Various Places in China
Application Deadline: by October 13
OPPO, one of the most influential mobile phone operators in China, is seeking potential employees for multiple important positions. In this position, you will engage in internet services that serve hundreds of millions of users. You will lead, or be responsible for the design and implementation of the industry’s top tech solutions. For details check job postings on Handshake.
2020 Market Data Analyst at Bloomberg, Shanghai or Beijing, China
Application Deadline: October 30
Bloomberg the global business and financial information and news leader, gives influential decision makers a critical edge by connecting them to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas. To know more about job roles and the application process visit Handshake. Bloomberg is also hosting webinars, please check other events below for details.
The Career Center Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
Info Sessions: The Career Certificate - International Students (CC-I) Program Fall 2019
Attending one of the CC-I Program information sessions is mandatory for a seat in the CC-I program. Sessions will take place on the following dates and times.
Location: The Career Center, Interview Suite, located at 616 E. Green St., Champaign, IL.
2 Sessions left!
Tuesday, September 10, 4:00 -5:00 PM
Friday, September 13, 5:00- 6:00 PM
Career Closet Hours for Fall 2019
The Career Closet provides students with free, gently-used professional clothing. Don’t let your wardrobe determine whether or not you’re prepared for the next career fair or interview. Be sure to make an outstanding first impression to employers. Just bring your Illini card and drop-in during hours listed. Location: The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, located at 616 E. Green Street, Champaign, IL 61820
Career Closet Hours:
Monday 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Tuesday 1:00 PM -3:00 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
On Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
Alibaba Info Session
Thursday, September 12, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Illini Union (Room 210) , 1401 W Green St, Urbana, IL
Please register at this link: https://jinshuju.net/f/fLKy35
Alibaba is one of the global giants in e-commence business. This company is coming on campus to meet all students on campus. A great platform for all international students to introduce themselves to the employers! RSVP now clicking the above link. Details posted on Handshake.
Lilly China Info Session - For Chinese Students
Wednesday, September 11, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, Education Building, Room 162, 1310 S 6th St, Champaign, IL
Lilly China (Lilly Suzhou Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.) will visit our campus to meet Chinese students who are interested in full time and internship positions in this pharmaceutical company. RSVP now!
PwC China Sourcing Initiative (CSI) Info Session
Thursday, September 19, 6:30 PM - 7:20 PM, Noyes Laboratory, 100, 505 S Mathews Ave, Urbana, IL
The China Sourcing Initiative (CSI) was launched in 2007 and is designed for overseas students in the United States and Canada who aspire to join for full-time Associate positions in Mainland China, Hong Kong or Macau. To learn more about job positions attend their info session. For RSVP link and details click here.
DiDi Labs Information Session
Tuesday, September 10, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Illini Union (Room 404), 1401 W Green St, Urbana, IL
Didi Chuxing is the world’s leading mobile transportation platform, committed to working with communities and partners to solve the world’s transportation, environmental, and employment challenges. For details and registration check Handshake.
PKU Founder IT Group Fall Campus Recruitment- Info Session, Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:50 PM, Lincoln Hall, 1000, 702 S Wright St, Urbana, IL
Founder IT Group is a leading enterprise in China IT industry, which owns 14 high-tech enterprises, including two listed companies. The company will be holding an info session as well as will be recruiting for positions including but not limited to Big Data Engineer, Software Engineer, Investment Analyst, Operation Manager, etc. To RSVP and know more information about job opportunities, check out Handshake.
Global Engagement Lounge (GEL)
Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM, Asian American Cultural Center (AACC)
Topic of This Week: Ask Americans Anything!
Have you always had questions about American culture, academic expectation, living on and off campus, student organizations, home life, holidays, and more? Come to the first Wednesday's GEL where you can have a safe space to Ask Americans Anything!
Global Engagement Lounge (GEL) is a unique place where you can meet other international and domestic students, enjoy interactive activities and transform your Illinois experience. All are welcome!
Off Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
Bloomberg APAC Online Webinar is Open for Sign Up!
The webinar series will be beneficial for students on campus to better understand the opportunities available to them and help them to prepare for a successful Bloomberg interview. To schedule, register and sign up click here based on your availability (Link1, Link2, Link3, Link4, Link5, Link6,) More information about job openings in Bloomberg APAC, please visit their careers site . If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Celina Sang (csang2@bloomberg.net); Mie Arai (marai26@bloomberg.net)
2019 Fall Career Forums for Japanese Bilingual Students
Accounting & Consulting Career Forum 2019 (Oct. 4 & 5) https://careerforum.net/en/event/ac/
*Networking breakfast with participating companies
*Scholarships available for students to help cover travel expenses
*Industry feature content including voices from the Employers
Boston Career Forum 2019 (Nov. 1 - 3) https://careerforum.net/en/event/bos/
*Approximately 230 hiring companies
*Scholarships available for students to help cover travel expenses
Book of the Month
You Majored In What?
Author: Katharine Brooks, Ed.D
Main Topic: Designing Your Path From College to Career
Finding the right career can be stressful, but our book of the month is here to help! Check out You Majored in What? By Katharine Brooks, for some guidance on turning your major into a successful career. For all students it is the common concern and this book will guide you to have in depth perspective in designing your career path most prudently. To check the availability please click here.
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