219th INTLconnect Newsletter- December 10, 2019
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello INTLconnect Members & Welcome back!
You are reading the 219th 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.
This is the last newsletter of Fall 2019. Have a great new year!
INTL News
Our most updated CPT-OPT & AT List of December 2019 is now available on The Career Center Website! Click here to get acquainted with the companies hiring international students!
It is helpful to know which companies and organizations have hired Illinois international students on CPT, OPT or AT status. The Career Center updates these CPT/OPT/AT company lists twice a year based on the data of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). The most updated lists (both for Undergrad and Graduate students) have been uploaded. Have a look!
International Illini Networking in Chicago 2020 (Heads up)
Application will be available from Tuesday, January 21 on Handshake!
For international students who are interested in connecting with alumni in Chicago, this is a great platform to learn about alumni job searches and career experiences. To be a part of this amazing networking day-long event hosted by career services offices on campus, you will need to apply, be selected, and then make a payment of $50 (that includes transportation and lunch). Only 150 applications will be available; and only 100 of those students will be selected to participate. So make sure to apply early on!
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
Software Developer Engineer Intern at Indeed, TX, CA, WA, USA
Application Deadline: December 31, 2019
Indeed is one of the most popular job sites in the world, helping 180+ million people every month find jobs. The company is looking for software developers interested in learning how to build innovative products that scale to tens of millions of page views a day. The employer mentioned to accept OPT/CPT. To apply visit Handshake.
Intern at Blackpeak (Holdings) Limited, Japan, Singapore China
Application Deadline: December 30, 2019
Blackpeak, Hong Kong based international financial investigative research and risk advisory firm dedicated to uncovering critical risk-related information for our clients worldwide. To learn more and apply click here.
International Research Intern at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University, Okinawa, Japan
Application Deadline: April 15, 2020
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) offers a well-funded PhD program as well as research opportunities in Japan for any undergraduate and graduate students in STEM major. To learn more and apply click here.
Korean-Speaking Associate 2020 at AlphaSights (Korean-Speaking Associate – Client Service Team (New York to Seoul)
Application Deadline: December 14, 2019
AlphaSights provides global investment and business professionals with on-demand access to business expertise across all industries and geographies. To learn about this position and apply visit Handshake.
HR Intern (Overseas Recruiting Assistant) at BOE technology group, China
Application Deadline: August 31, 2020
BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd., founded in April 1993, is an IoT company providing intelligent interface products and professional services for information interaction and human health. To learn about this part time internship position and apply visit Handshake.
Application Deadline: December 31, 2019
IBM China offers a rich set of opportunities, ranging from Software Engineers, Hardware Development Engineers, Technical Support Engineers, etc. All candidates must check the official website and apply for jobs by clicking the “Apply Now” button in Handshake.
Senior Data Analyst at Hyphen, LLC, KS, USA
Application Deadline: February 1, 2020
Hyphen is a fully automated, end-to-end Fin-Tech lending platform driven by proprietary technology, advanced analytics, and targeted marketing. As a Sr. Data Analyst, you will leverage your strong ability to extract valuable insights from highly complex data sets to solve complex business problems. To apply visit Handshake.
On-Campus Internships/Jobs
Spring 2020 GLOBE Application at Office of Inclusion & Intercultural Relations (OIIR), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The goal of GLOBE is to provide opportunities for domestic and international students to enhance intercultural communication skills, leadership experience, and lifelong friendships, as well as help all students develop global awareness and cultural competency as outlined in the strategic plan of the University of Illinois. To learn more and apply click here.
Application Deadline: December 16, 2019
Global Education and Training (GET) is a unit within Illinois International that prepares today’s global workforce by providing transformative customized executive training programs, professional capacity building opportunities, and academic certificate programs. Currently they are seeking a student intern to assist with marketing and social media. The student should also be skilled in Mandarin Chinese. For applying click here.
The Career Center Upcoming Events/Workshops/Info Sessions and Resources
2020 AUCA Winter Career Fair in Shanghai, China
Thursday, January 2, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. CST, JW Marriott Hotel Shanghai at Tomorrow Square 399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District
AUCA (American Universities' China Association) is a coalition of China offices of universities based in the U.S. University of Illinois Shanghai Office is co-hosting the 2020 AUCA Winter Career Fair. If you have a plan to stay in China in early January, please consider this career fair. This career fair is an excellent opportunity to meet with employers from top international and local companies in China. Please sign up here.
TCC Operation Hours for Winter 2019 and Spring 2020
The Career Center drop-in services will be available this Winter 2020 till Monday, December 23. All TCC services will start from Thursday, January, 2, 2020
Book of the Month
The introvert's complete career guide by Jane Finkle
Topic: From landing a job to surviving, thriving and moving on towards success
In today's fast-paced, unstable workplace achieving success requires speaking up, promoting oneself and one's ideas, and taking initiative. If you question your ability to perform and succeed in this extroverted work culture, The Introvert's Complete Career Guide is a custom fit for you. To check the availability of the book please click here.
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