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The following employers will be on campus to conduct on campus interviews. Listed below are those with application deadlines in the next week. A complete list of spring semester on campus interview employers and more detailed information on how to apply can be found in the "jobs" section of this website (UMBCworks) - "Interviews I Qualify For".
Monday, April 14: SRA International - Positions: Systems Engineer, Proposal Analyst, Intern, Software Engineer, Analyst / Majors: Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Computer engineering, Information Systems, English, Business Technology Administration, Communications, Electrical Engineering, Health Administration and Policy
Thursday, April 17: Wells Fargo - Position: Credit Manager / Majors: Economics, Financial Economics, Accounting
Tuesday, April 22: Chesapeake Financial - Position: Financial Representative / Majors: Accounting, Financial Economics, Economics, Statistics, Business Technology Administration
Attending company information sessions and tables are an excellent way to hear about the organization from the professionals that work there.
Information Sessions are a great resource to help you with an upcoming interview. If you have been selected to interview with the organization for full-time positions, you are required to attend these sessions.
Peace Corps, 4/08/08, 10am-4pm, Commons Main Street, Information Table, All Majors
Morgan Stanley, 4/14/2008, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Commons 331
UMBC-Office of Student Life/Mosaic Center & Interfaith Center seeks Cultural Peer - Office Assistant
Literacy & Culture, Undecided, Visual Arts, Visual and Performing Arts, Cultural Anthropology, Modern Languages and Linguistics, History, English, Women's Studies, Sociology, Applied, Psychology, Human Services, American Studies, Psychology, Applied Developmental, Aging Services, Fine Arts/Graphic Design, Social Work, Africana Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Undeclared, Intercultural Communications, Education, Communications
UMBCworks ID# 9224031
Investigative Services seeks Private Investigator
All Majors
Millersville, MD
UMBCworks ID# 9224401
Accenture Technology Solutions seeks Entry Level Associate Software Engineer
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems
Reston, VA
UMBCworks ID# 9220515
Johns Hopkins University seeks Instructional Designer
Instructional Systems Development, Education
Baltimore, MD
UMBCworks ID#9224406
Wed, 4/9/2008, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Commons 332
Essential Know-How For Your First Real Job presented by Lockheed Martin.
You're on your way to your first job...either internship/co-op or full time. Sure you are technically competent, but do you really know all you need to know to start a JOB? Do you know how to fill out your W-4, I-9, and 401K forms? Do you know how to decipher corporate culture or how you are graded at work? Come learn all the basics that will make your first months on the job SO much easier! Free Pizza!!
$125 for a 2 day workshop + one follow-up appointment
Next session: April 24-25, 2008
Are you feeling stuck at work or in life?
Have you ever questioned if you have made the right career decisions?
Have you ever wondered if there is a better career match for you?
Finding the right career ultimately means knowing what you are passionate about. Whether it's through work, school or personal activities, knowing your passions helps you to focus your energies, find happiness in every day and feel more fulfilled. We should all strive to find work that we love.
This two day workshop helps you to do just that! Unlike other career assessments and workshops, you'll be able to assess your strengths and identify what you enjoy, things that you do well and events or experiences in which you take pride. It motivates you to succeed. Ultimately by learning more about yourself through this process, you open up new opportunities.
The workshop is designed for alumni who are seeking a career change, have been downsized from their current profession or are simply interested in exploring how they might enhance their current employment situation. Your registration also includes one follow-up appointment with one of your facilitators.
This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about what your true strengths are so that you can find your passion and finally find work that you love!
Continue reading "Rediscovering Your Passion: Finding the Work that You Love" »
Monday, June 23, 2008
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Interested students are invited to attend an Open House at the Baltimore campus of the UM School of Pharmacy! This is an opportunity to learn more about the PharmD curriculum; review the admissions process; and talk with current students, alumni, and faculty about the School of Pharmacy. In addition, individuals will have the option of taking a campus tour.
RSVP by e-mailing pharmdhelp@rx.umaryland.edu. In the subject line, type the date you plan to attend. Let us know if you need special accommodations at the time you RSVP.
Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools Teacher Job Fair
Saturday, April 12, 2008
9am-12noon
Calvert Hall College High School Gym
Reps from over 40 schools from various area counties will be recruiting. Bring several copies of your resume. From Baltimore City to Garrett County, over 8,000 women and men share in the work of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. In the Catholic Center or in the parishes, schools and agencies across Maryland, we work together to further the mission of the Church of Baltimore.
The Archdiocese of Baltimore is an equal opportunity employer offering a range of job placements in ministry, education and administration.
More information at www.archbalt.org/careers.
Continue reading "Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools Teacher Job Fair" »
The US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a nation-wide Virtual Career Fair for Patent Examiners from April 1st, through April 29th.
USPTO has an aggressive goal to hire 1200 engineers and scientists for the full time position of Patent Examiner this year.
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has been serving the economic interests of America for more than 200 years. We are responsible for granting US intellectual property rights for patents and trademarks. Our efforts have provided inventors exclusive rights over their discoveries. It's an effort that continues to contribute to a strong global economy, to encourage investment in innovation and to cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit for the 21st century.
What makes this career really exciting? Patent Examiner expertise focuses on analyzing
advanced, innovative and complex concepts. Patent Examiners have a well-defined career path that provides specific milestones to reach for while making sustained progress throughout their career.
Seeking candidates with a minimum of a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering and Physics are encouraged to visit the website to register and meet with current patent examiners and interview with Supervisor Patent Examiners.
Qualified candidates may be eligible for a recruitment incentive of upto $9,900 per year for a maximum of four years. A service agreement will be required.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jones@uspto.gov
Tuesday April 29, 2008, 3-6 pm
Frederick, MD
Featuring the following industries- Finance, Bioscience, Health care and more!
Please pre-register at www.mwejobs.com.
Please register by contacting VeronicaHenry at 301-600-2762.
Reasonable accommodationswill be provided upon request. Please contact 301-600-2255 or 301-600-1862 by April 15.
NEW JERSEY COLLEGIATE CAREER DAY
Thursday, May 29, 2008
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Rutgers-New Brunswick
NJ Collegiate Career Day is the largest college job fair in the state brings together New Jersey employers with college students and graduates seeking full time jobs and internships. Experienced candidates are also welcome!
250 employers will have opportunities in most career fields and academic majors, including liberal arts, business, science and technical areas. (Some careers are generally not represented, such as education, advertising, public relations and the media.)
Open to students and graduates from any college or university, all degree levels and majors, who wish to work in New Jersey. Resume submission is not required to attend the event, but is required to participate in the electronic resume database. Dress for interviewing and bring plenty of resumes. There is no fee!
Details, resume submittal, directions/parking instructions,and a list of employers at http://careerservices.rutgers.edu
Questions- contact Janet Bernardin via email, jbernard@echo.rutgers.edu
So what can I do with my major? What if I don't even have a major?
UMBC's Career Services Center offers many programs designed to help students find the career that is right for them. Whether you are thinking about choosing a major, a career field, or a graduate school; it all begins with you and who you are. Beginning to explore your options early in your university career is a good idea so that you are following a path that is sure to be utilizing your dependable strengths --- those that you do well and enjoy using. Working within your areas of strength ensures greater success and satisfaction! Since the average person will change jobs and careers numerous times within one's life, knowing this information gives you true job security as you move about creating new opportunities for yourself.
Some awesome programs offered by the Career Center include: FOCUS: Career and Education Planning System, Vault Online Career Library, Dependable Strengths workshops (the New Grads Get a Great Job 2-day workshop June 12-13), the What Can I Do with My Major handouts and links by major, and many more resources accessible online (www.careers.umbc.edu) and via appointment.
FOCUS: Career and Education Planning System
An Internet based self assesment tool designed to provide users with personalized career and education exploration and planning services. FOCUS utilizes self assessment by allowing users to develop an accurate picture of their interests, work values, personality, skills, educational and leisure time preferences. FOCUS, in conjunction with career advisement provided by the CSC staff, can help you clarify your career path and get you headed in the right direction
The Vault is an Online Career Library. It is a comprehensive career resource aimed at college students featuring Vault's best-selling career and industry books. Also included is exclusive insider information on more than 3000 companies, plus career advice articles and message boards. It is an essential tool for learning about companies, careers, and ultimately landing that dream job. Use either an @umbc.edu or @alum.umbc.edu email address to request a password. Open the Vault.
Answer the questions on our Career Planning and Strengths Assessment page and then make an appointment with a career specialist at 410-455-2216 to begin exploring your pattern of strengths.
Take a look at some sample careers within various industries where you could utilize a degree from UMBC.
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