212th INTLconnect Newsletter- October 14, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello our INTLconnect Members!
Welcome back to the returners!
You are reading the 212th 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.
If you would like to introduce this newsletter to your friends, forward them this link or send an email to, Shopto rahman12@illinois.edu. If you want to unsubscribe from this newsletter, click here.
INTL News
Meet with Alumni at 2019 International Career Festival (ICF)
Saturday, October 19, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., School of Labor and Employment Relations, 35, 504 E Armory Ave, Champaign, Illinois 61820
Come and brush up your elevator pitch skills while networking with more than 20 international student alumni. In addition, you can observe our 8 super talented finalists. Above all, you can, support your fellow international students as they compete in the Elevator Pitch Competition! To RSVP and learn more about the event click here.
United Nations - Info Session
Wednesday, October 30, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. , Main Library, Room 66, 1408 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, Illinois 61801
Learn about career opportunities at the United Nations with a representative from the UN during this formal information session. Great platform to ask questions of importance on this regard. RSVP here.
United Nations - Drop-in Coffee Chat
Thursday, October 31, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., The Career Center Interview Suite, Room 213, 616 E Green St, Champaign, Illinois 61820
Another similar event to learn about career opportunities at the United Nations with a representative from the UN during this drop-in coffee chat. Free coffee and no appointment needed! To RSVP click here.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Summer Quantitative Analyst (Rotational Program) at Neuberger Berman, NYC, Chicago
Application Deadline: December 30
Neuberger Berman is an independent, employee-owned, global asset management firm, serving the financial needs of institutional and individual investors worldwide. Currently, they are seeking highly motivated Summer Quantitative Analysts to join in Chicago and New York. To learn more about this position and apply check Handshake.
Innovation Analyst at Fahrenheit 212, CA, NYC
Application Deadline: October 30
Fahrenheit 212 is a global innovation, strategy and design firm. As an Analyst, you will be working with cross-functional project teams and collaborating closely with members of our Idea Development, Strategy, Digital and Design teams. To apply check Handshake.
Asia Program Coordinator (Internship) at Council of International Programs in Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: December 16
The program conducts international training, professional development and cross-cultural exchange in collaboration with the U.S. State Department and other international organizations. To apply and learn more visit Handshake.
Recruitment Consultant in Asia at Hays Specialist Recruitment, Asia (China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia)
Application Deadline: November 20
Hays, the world’s leading recruiting experts in qualified, professional and skilled people, recently posted job for globally flexible and enthusiastic students. To learn more click here.
Cross Border Ecommerce Country Analyst at Shopee Singapore, Singapore
Application Deadline: December 31
Shopee Singapore is a fast-growing e-commerce platform based in Southeast Asia. Currently they are looking for potential country analyst to understand their diverse market. To learn more and apply click here.
The Undergraduate Research Apprenticeship 2019 at Illinois Office of Undergraduate Research
Application Deadline: October 15
This program offers undergraduate students with little or no research experience the opportunity to assist advanced graduate students with their research projects. For application details click here.
Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship (2020-2019) by The Center for East Asian and Pacific Studies (CEAPS)
If you are interested in learning Chinese/Japanese/Korean, you may be eligible for a Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship (FLAS). For more information please visit: http://publish.illinois.edu/illinoisflas/
FLAS Info Session I:
Monday, Nov 18, 2019
Noon - 1:00 p.m., 1090 Lincoln Hall (702 Wright Street, Urbana)
FLAS Info Session II:
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2019
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., 100 Gregory Hall (810 S Wright St, Urbana)
The Career Center Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
Graduate & Professional School Fair
Wednesday, October 16, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Illini Union, Illini Room ABC, 1401 W Green St, Urbana, Illinois 61801,
Speak with admissions representatives from a variety of health professions, master's and PhD programs. What a great opportunity indeed! RSVP here.
Volunteering Opportunity
We’re hoping this can help us gain reliable volunteers that are also knowledgeable and excited about our services and fair. Most of the shifts are one-hour shifts, with an exception of a few which are two hour blocks. Below is the link to the student volunteer sign-up sheet.
https://volunteersignup.org/TLD3R
Coping with Cultural Differences in the Job Search
Wednesday, October 16, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Asian American Cultural Center (1st Floor), 1210 West Nevada Street, MC-149, Urbana, IL 61801
Your struggle in finding a job or internship may not be only due to immigration and visa issues. The workshop will teach you how a better understanding of American cultures in the job search will get you more opportunities. This event is one of the Interconnect Dinner & Dialogue Series hosted by Counseling Center, ISSS, AACC and OIIR. Dinner will be provided.
On Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
CSSA Chinese Career Fair
Friday, October 18, 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., ARC Multipurpose Room 6, 201 E Peabody Dr, Champaign, IL 61820
Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) at University of Illinois is hosting the CSSA Chinese Career Fair (CCF). More than 10 Chinese companies based in China or in USA, will participate in this event. RSVP on Handshake.
More details are at https://sites.google.com/illinois.edu/2019ccf/home
Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program Information Session
Friday, October 18, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, : 2090B Foreign Language Building, 707 S Mathews Ave, Urbana, IL 61801
The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program offers young professionals the opportunity to work in Japan as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) or Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs). To learn more, come and speak to a JET Program representative when they visit our campus! Visit JET Website for details. Chicago: jet@cg.mofa.go.jp
Oppo Info Session (for Chinese Speaking Students)
Tuesday, October 15, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, Everitt 2310, 1406 W Green St, Urbana, IL 61801
Oppo, a Chinese mobile communication giant will come to our campus to provide an info session and conduct on-campus interviews. Please check out the various full-time and internship positions at Oppo via Handshake. All the positions are based in China. Selected candidates will be invited to on-campus interviews that will happen on October 15th and 16th. RSVP here.
TSMC Career Talk
Monday, October 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Engineering Hall, 106B1, 1308 W Green St, Urbana, Illinois 61801
TSMC, one of the world's largest semiconductor foundries will come to our campus to introduce their company. Now they are coming on campus with various job positions, and an information session for all international students. To RSVP and learn more click here.
====================================================================