208th INTLconnect Newsletter- September 16, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello our INTLconnect Members!
Welcome back to the returners!
You are reading the 208th 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.
INTL News
Apply for 2019 International Career Festival (ICF) Career Competition
Application Deadline: Sunday, September 29, 11:59PM
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 professional skills, required for career success and 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.
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.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Undergraduate Intern (Fall 2019- Spring 2020) at Asian American Cultural Center (AACC), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL
Application Deadline: September 30
One paid two-semester internship position available at AACC. This programming intern will help the AACC professional staff promote educational programming that facilitates cross-cultural understanding of Asian cultures and Asian American experiences. Requirements and application are provided on Handshake.
Digital Marketing Intern at JRS Mar/Com, IL, USA
Application Deadline: by December 2
JRS Mar/Com is a Digital Marketing Agency focused on helping businesses across websites, social media, and search engines. This company works with other companies to develop professional online personas for their business. Recently, JRS Mar/Com is looking for a Digital Marketing Intern to monitor and contribute to our clients’ internet presence. They will accept CPT/OPT. More details check Handshake.
Various Job Positions at Tencent, different cities in China
Application Deadline: Depending on Job Positions
Tencent is a leading provider of internet value added services in China. Since its establishment, Tencent has maintained steady growth under its user-oriented operating strategies. For Chinese students it is a great opportunity to learn. Apply for multiple positions posted on 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.
Software Engineer at Naveego, Inc., MI, USA
Application Deadline: March 31, 2020
Naveego is a big data start-up company headquartered in Traverse City, MI. Currently they ARE looking for Software Engineers to join their Development Team after graduation. They will accept CPT/OPT. Details provided on Handshake.
Asia Summer Analyst (2020) at Morgan Stanley, Singapore & other Asian countries
Application Deadline: September 22
Morgan Stanley, a globally well-known company that advice, originate, trade, manage and distribute capital for governments, institutions and individuals, and always incorporate with a standard of excellence. Recently this company is looking for global talents for their Analyst positions. To learn more check Handshake.
Expansion Analyst (India) at One Acre Fund, Motihari, India
Application Deadline: October 18
One Acre Fund supplies smallholder farmers with the agricultural services they need to make their farms vastly more productive. This role is part of a small start-up team that strives to transform the lives of Indian farmers by offering end-to-end solutions that are both scalable, and deliver meaningful impact over the next few years. Indian work authorization is required. To learn more check Handshake.
The Career Center Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop
Friday, September 27, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
Learn more about the Optional Practical Training (OPT), a work authorization for international students who would like to find a post-graduation job in the U.S. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) advisors will explain the process of getting your OPT approved. The Career Center will answer your questions on OPT job searches.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Workshop
Friday, September 27, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E. Green St, Champaign
Learn more about the Curricular Practical Training (CPT), a work authorization for international students who would like to find an off-campus internship in the U.S. 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 search.
Majors & Minors Fair (Explore your future)
Monday, September 23, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM, Illini Union, Room A,B,C, 1401 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801
This unique career fair is an important step towards exploring and obtaining your ultimate career destination. You will experience available options for you on campus and important information to navigate your future career path.
Workshop: Creating Your Powerful Resume and Cover Letter
Tuesday, September 24, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, The Career Center, Conference Room 143, 715 S Wright St, Champaign, IL
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 and cover letter that describes your qualifications, skills, and experience. RSVP now on Handshake.
On Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
Tencent 2020 Campus Recruitment Info Session
Wednesday, September 25, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM, 1900 South First Street, Champaign, IL
Tencent China has opened its 2020 Campus Recruiting season, and looking for the best and brightest to join our family. You can apply for their open positions at join.qq.com. To learn more about positions and RSVP click here.
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.
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
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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