215th INTLconnect Newsletter- November 4, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello INTLconnect Members & Welcome back!
You are reading the 215th issue of The Career Center’s INTLconnect Newsletter. This weekly newsletter covers 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 view previous newsletters visit the Newsletter Blog.
INTL News
Encouraging Networking during Thanksgiving Week!
Make the best out of the Thanks Giving Break with Informational Interviews or any forms of networking for your career advancement.
Successful job seekers in U.S. possess inherent talents and need for networking whenever wherever they travel. Our international students are also thinking of expanding their networks for future professional success. Thanks Giving week is one of the best times when you can reach out and implement your skills for greater opportunities. Here are few tips for “Networking during the Holidays.”
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
The Job Board of Research Park at the University of Illinois
One of the most international student friendly tech hubs, Research Park at the University of Illinois, is a leading technology hub that cultivates startups and accelerates corporate innovation. Located on campus, Research Park has more than 120+ companies and growing, employing 2,100 people in high-technology careers. For part-time and full-time internship positions on-campus visit their JOB PORTAL: https://researchpark.illinois.edu/careers
Multiple (Technical) PhD Positions at Midea Global, Foshan, China
Application Deadline: November 26, 2020
One of the largest companies in China, Midea has posted multiple positions primarily focusing on Ph.D. students. To learn more visit Handshake.
Summer Quantitative Analyst (Rotational Program) at Neuberger Berman, NY and IL
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 visit 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.
The Career Center Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
Handshake Student Profile
Did you know that now you can connect with alumni and fellow students on Handshake through your job search process? The icon named as “Students” is situated at the top menu bar for your convenience. Build your connections now on Handshake!
The China Portal has been UPDATED in the Non-U.S. Job Search Resources in The Career Center.
If you consider career opportunities in the Chinese job market, it is very important to understand cultural traditions and job search conventions in that country. Recently Global University China Career Union (GUCCU) Job Portal has been added and updated under the resources section. A link is provided for your convenience. https://chinaportal.guccu.org/illinois/index
On Campus Upcoming Events/Workshops
Big Data Career Networking Event
Tuesday, November 12, 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., I Hotel & Conference Center, 1900 South First Street Champaign, IL- 61802.
This is an opportunity for job seekers to connect with companies interested in hiring a niche talent pool in the field of Data Science and Analytics. No registration required. More information at http://researchpark.illinois.edu/bigdatasummit. RSVP here.
New Hope Group Info Session on Employment Opportunities in Asia
Wednesday, November 6, 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Alice Campbell Alumni Center, Ballroom, 601 S Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL
New Hop Group, a China-based business group is going to visit our campus. The target students are graduate students in MBA, food science/nutrition, biological engineering, animal science, environmental science/engineering, or related majors. Graduate students are preferred but undergraduate students can be considered for some positions. To RSVP and learn more visit Handshake.
The International Business Immersion Program (IBIP) for spring 2020 by the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES)
Application Deadline: November 15
IBIP is one of the oldest faculty-led study abroad programs on campus. In spring 2020, the course (ACE/BADM 436) will be traveling over spring break to northern India to explore contemporary issues in agriculture, business, and development in India. To learn more and apply click here.
Other Upcoming Events/Workshops off Campus
American Universities’ China Association (AUCA) 2020 Winter Career Fair in Shanghai
Thursday, January 2, Location: JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square 399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District.
This career fair is an excellent opportunity for you to meet with employers from top international and local companies in China.Over 100 companies and HR professionals will be in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Beijing to recruit and network with international talent.University of Illinois Shanghai Office is one of co-hosts of this career fair. For agenda in details and registration click here.
Mynavi Global Career EXPO 2019 Winter in Japan
Mynavi, one of the large recruting paltform in Japan is hosting two binligual career fairs in Tokyo and Osaka. These career fairs are for global and bilingual people. For details and register visit their stated websites below
Venue：Belle Salle Takadanobaba :Tokyo
Website: Click here.
Venue：Umeda Sky Building: Osaka
Website: Click here.
For inquiries e-mail: global.usa@mynavi.jp
Michigan Job Fair 2019 By Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA)
Friday, November 15, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., San Marino Club, 1685 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083
The job fair is an opportunity for Korean international and korean American students to engage, and create opportunities with globally friendly established industries. To lean more and register click here.
Lockin 2019 Shanghai Job Fair in China
Saturday, November 23, 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., The Longemont Hotel Shanghai, Shanghai, People's Republic of China
This November, LockIn China, global campus recruiter, has invited well-known employers to hold the career fair in Shanghai. More than 60 reputable companies confirmed to attend the fair. To register click here. Besides, you can RSVP on Handshake.
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