232nd INTLconnect Newsletter- April 21, 2020
CONTACT: Shoptorshi Rahman
Hello INTLconnect Members & Welcome back!
You are reading the 232nd 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
We Successfully Completed our International Student - Career Certificate (CC-I) Program Spring-2020
There were ups and downs amid COVID-19 pandemic, nevertheless our resilient CC-I facilitators and participants accomplished all the requirements including assigned milestones and obtaining their CC-I Certificates with flying colors.
After the Spring break we had to alter CC-I program onto zoom platform with newly formatted milestones. Our facilitators and participants showed great enthusiasm, and we would like to thank all the participants, as well as small group facilitators for their constant diligence through the semester to make CC-I Spring 2020 a success. This semester 51 students out of 59 completed, (11 students who are now back in their home countries are included in the 51 students) and we recruited 13 student volunteers demonstrated excellent leadership skills in the crisis.
If you want to join our nationally acclaimed CC-I program in the coming Fall 2020 semester, please stay tuned with our INTLconnect newsletter for application information.
International Student Career Meetup Series: Job Search During the Pandemic [Online]. Happening on every Fridays this Semester. For Zoom links, and RSVP visit Handshake.
Are you frustrated with the difficulties in your internship/job search amid the pandemic? Do you want to share your job search experience and resources with other international students? Join us for this weekly informal gathering where international students can chat with the Career Center staff, as well as other international students. Open to all international students.
The Career Center (TCC) Events
COVID-19 Resources and The Career Center (TCC) Virtual Appointments
Amid pandemic you are not alone in your job search process. To make your experience easier we have listed few resources in the box folder. Here’s a link to some resources to navigate you through the process: https://uofi.app.box.com/s/5wzlub3y2zfqlf0simkmi3gxg65fntqm
The Career Center Shifts to Virtual Services: Join a 30-minutes Career Appointments with our Experts or 10-minutes Career Drop-In Advising
Our number one priority is the health and safety of our students, staff, and community. In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation, we are moving our services Online To learn more about virtual services visit The Career Center website.
Job & Internship Search Networking Group: Open to all students
Wednesday, April 22, 11:00 a.m. - Noon. Zoom links: https://illinois.zoom.us/j/481463330
Connect with fellow Illini who are experiencing challenges with the search during COVID-19.
Create community with fellow Illini and share new strategies and ideas for the search process.
INTL Weekly Internships/Jobs
[Please note that, due to concurrent pandemic some positions/deadlines may be affected, so double check from the career webpages of the employers while applying]
Application Deadline: April 30, 2020
Cybrary is a multi-sided platform that empowers cybersecurity and IT professionals to develop themselves in their careers. To apply visit Handshake.
Copy Strategist (Remote) at Coalition Technologies, CA, USA
Application Deadline: May 15, 2020
Coalition Technologies is a Los Angeles based online marketing firm that specializes in increasing sales for e-commerce websites and increasing sales for services businesses. To apply visit Handshake.
Multiple Job Positions at FunPlus, China
FunPlus is a global digital interactive entertainment company with offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, San Francisco, Tokyo, Stockholm, Moscow and Barcelona. To view their posted jobs and deadlines click here.
Application Deadline: June 26, 2020
Canopy Insurance Group is a leading tech-driven P&C independent insurance agency in Michigan. Employer will sponsor a work visa and accepts OPT/CPT. Remote locations may be available in the following states: Michigan, Illinois, Texas. To apply and learn more visit Handshake.
Multiple Intern Positions at GE China Internship Recruitment Program, China
Various positions for various majors have been posted on their Career Website for Chinese students graduating between September 2020 to July 2012.
On Campus Events/ Info Sessions/Opportunities
Life + Career Design scholarships by College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Life + Career Design scholarships support students’ experiences in professional work with the goal of advancing their career readiness. Specifically, the scholarships support students’ living, transportation, and/or other expenses related to engaging in unpaid or underpaid work in an actual work environment. International students are welcome to apply. For details click here.
International Achievement Awards by Illinois International
The prestigious International Achievement Awards have five different awards which provide a remarkable opportunity to honor and celebrate the accomplishments of deserving alumni, faculty, and current students for their globally focused work and/or scholarship. Click here for award criteria and access to the nomination form for each award category. Nominations will be accepted through June 1, 2020. Undergraduate and graduate students may also self-nominate in their respective award categories. If you have any questions contact Illinois International’s Global Communication team at iip-globalcom@illinois.edu.
Off Campus Events /Fairs/Info Sessions
Webinar by UniCareer: The Boost Your Job Search Momentum During COVID-19
Time: Wednesday, April 22, 8:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. US Central Time/ Thursday, April 23, 9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m. China. Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/unicareerwebinar
This free webinar will be conducted in a combination of Chinese and English, and open to international students of all levels and majors. The webinar will be conducted by Denise Wang, cofounder of UniCareer, an education technology platform focusing on career development and job-hunting strategies dedicated to international talents. To learn more, click here.
Live Webinar by Lockin on Global COVID-19: How to maximize your graduate opportunity. Thursday, 23 April, 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. US Central Time
To get the zoom link and global time details please visit: www.lockinchina.com or go through this link: https://uofi.app.box.com/file/656276212906
Lockin China is on the front lines of the recruitment industry. With collaboration with GUCCU, Global Internship and Partnership Engagement, they are inviting all international Chinese student to join their webinar for graduate opportunities under COVID-19
Mynavi Online Career Seminar 2020
To register click here. It is for non-Japanese students who are bilingual in English and Japan. Specifically, students who have study abroad experience, and we are switching to virtual seminars and interviews to ensure the health and well-being of students and the global community.
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