Each Friday during Career Month, the Career Center is sponsoring Virtual Recruitment Events for a different industry. This week’s event is focusing on Advocacy, Social Services, Education, Law & Policy.
Friday, April 16, 2021 - 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
You will have a chance to meet with top employers to discuss internships, career and employment opportunities and explore their career options. There will be social science opportunities for students of all levels-from first-year students to graduate students.
Our employers love UMBC students and they return to UMBC again and again in search of top candidates!
But, some students find that a virtual recruitment event can be very hectic and intimidating. You may even have to wait in a virtual que before you can speak with the employer of your choice. So, it is very important that you are prepared for this important event and that you have a positive attitude while participating.
Below are some tips on how you can prepare for a virtual recruitment event.
Deciding on an academic major is a big deal! We have so many options at UMBC, including a unique major for students interested in carving out their pathway.
Do you have so many academic interests that it's challenging to pick just one? Are you curious how different academic disciplines can intersect? Do you want the chance to have more "say" in the types of classes you take? The Individualized Study Program at UMBC might be just what you're looking for!
We interviewed Carrie Sauter, Assistant Director of the INDS Program, to bring you more information about this exciting opportunity.
EC: Can you briefly describe the Individualized Studies program? What are the benefits to a student who selects this path?
CS: Individualized Study (INDS) is a unique path for a highly motivated undergraduate student to design their own major to meet specific goals. Students in the program merge courses from several disciplines into one themed degree plan. In addition to our core courses, we encourage internships and research outside the classroom. A quote from one of our alums: "My INDS degree has provided me: (1) critical thinking skills (2) tools to facilitate interprofessional conversations (3) fostered my understanding of research methods and application to research projects and (4) developed a sense of curiosity to understand problems from multiple perspectives."
EC: What additional work is involved to officially "declare" INDS. Can you talk a bit about the proposal writing process?
CS: We encourage anyone at any stage of their academic career to consider INDS. Obviously, we would like to start advising students as early as possible, even before transferring to UMBC. Our core curriculum is a minimum of four semesters, and we would be happy to talk to students about how that can work with their goal graduation date. To declare INDS, students simply need to meet with an advisor in the program and obtain a signature on the Declaration of Major form. While in the second course in our core curriculum, INDS 335 Degree Writing Seminar, students craft a degree plan, present it to our faculty committee, and secure two degree mentors. The degree plan consists of a list of classes in a timeline and a narrative of why this major is best suited for the student, definitions for particular aspects in the degree, and ways this degree plan connects to immediate and long-term goals.
EC: Besides the fact that you are creating your own degree plan, what do you think sets the INDS major apart from other majors?
CS: INDS students stand out in any application process: employers, graduate school admissions, medical school committees. Our students and graduates say they can think across disciplines, consider other viewpoints, and communicate clearly. We also require INDS students to complete a capstone project completed in their final year.
A quote from an alum: "In the public health field, I am constantly interacting with professionals from other fields and disciplines such as social workers, medical doctors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and a variety of researchers. As an Individualized Study student, I learned to see the strengths each different discipline could offer to address a problem and create an optimal solution no discipline could independently develop. Instead of seeing divides between my colleagues from different fields, I see connections and ways to build bridges by avoiding stereotypes of certain fields and communicating with a shared language. This perspective will help me work more effectively with colleagues from a variety of professions to help create more comprehensive culturally appropriate health programs as a future physician aiming to promote integrative care."
EC Any notable alumni stories you can share? Any exciting things alumni have gone on to do?
CS: INDS students have gone on to medical school, law school, physical therapy school, doctoral programs, and employment across diverse fields. We also have several alumni who have started their own business after graduation. Notable highlights of graduates from the past eight years include two graduates with fully-funded Ph.D. programs at Harvard University and University of Manchester (UK); full-tuition merit scholarship to George Washington University School of Law; Forensic Chemist at Prince George's County Police Department; software engineer at Northrop Grumman; Biomedical Engineering Ph.D. at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; professor of entrepreneurship and business at Howard Community College; Software Developer at Booz Allen Hamilton.
Sounds like something you might be interested in further? Click here to explore this pathway further.
]]>]]>Capital CoLAB's second annual Digital Tech Credential Month is coming in April! Learn about the different ways you can maximize your Digital Tech Credential through a series of free professional development events hosted by Capital CoLAB employers and universities. By participating in Credential Month virtual events and activities you will:
- Learn more about the Digital Tech Credential
- Learn how you can use the Credential to maximize your major
- Connect with businesses and students from across the Capital Region – from Baltimore to Richmond
Small, personal events between students and leading employers will be an opportunity to not only learn but network and build connections. To see the full list of events, visit www.capitalcolab.com/credential-month. Join our CoLAB Community today at www.capitalcolab.com/community.
Webinars with the description and webinar registration link:
Digital Tech in the Capital Region: Understanding Job Opportunities & Employer Signaling
Date: April 6 at 12:30 PM (ET)
Join Lindsay Johnson, CoLAB's Manager of Programs & Insights, to learn more about the jobs and skills you will encounter in your Capital Region job search.
Registration Link
Ask the Experts: Preparing for Your First Role in a Post COVID-19 Environment
Date: April 13 at 12:00 PM (ET)
Join a panel of career center professionals from across the region as they discuss what it takes to stand out and land your first job in a post COVID-19 environment.
Registration Link
Starting your Career in the Defense Industry at Northrop Grumman: Resume Tips and Tricks, Understanding Security Clearances, and Interviewing 101
Date: April 19 at 12:30 PM (ET)
Join HR representatives from Northrop Grumman as they discuss how you as a Capital Region student can stand out in the application process when applying to positions in the defense industry.Registration Link
A Candid Chat: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
Date: April 21 at 12:00 PM (ET)
Join Adrienne Alberts (American Red Cross) and Sally Bartas (Stanley Black & Decker) in a discussion about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Registration Link
Conversation with President Rao: How CoLAB's Digital Tech Credential Powers the Innovation Economy
Date: April 29 at 4:30 PM (ET)
Join President Rao from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in an afternoon conversation about various topics related to digital skills development at VCU and beyond.
Registration Link
Meeting ID: 966 2331 3041
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PLEASE NOTE: Start date is estimated as June 1, 2021 dependent on university return to work guidelines.
Job Description:
The Student IT Support Specialist is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Windows and Macintosh based computing infrastructure both on and off campus. This includes all aspects of customer support including but not limited to:
It is expected that the student can work in a team environment with assistance and guidance from full time staff. Also, it is expected that the student can work in a self-directed manner once assigned tasks; work with others as necessary to complete those tasks under minimal direct supervision. The incumbent is expected to resolve customer support tickets in a timely manner with appropriate communication and follow through which frequently involves independent judgment.
Name:McKenna Austin-Ward
Internship, Co-op or Research Site:Museum of the Bible
Position Title:Museum Education Intern
Major(s)/Minor(s):Art History/Museum Studies
Current Class Level:Senior
Work Term:Spring 2021
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.
The Museum of the Bible has granted me the responsibility of the development of educational programing for K-12 visitors. My duties include scholarly research, the design of activities, the writing of budgets, the obtainment of materials, the creation of prototypes, and the interaction with visitors on the floor of the museum.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
I heard of this position in early October of 2020 and subsequently submitted my application on October 12th.
What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?
Amongst my peers, I often find myself alone in my interest in religious art. It is a great joy to work amongst colleagues who share my profound interest in biblical history and theology.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
The education carts which I am in the process of developing will serve as the face of the museum. Engaging the museum guests by means of this programming will allow families, particularly students, to better immerse themselves with the knowledge our museum holds
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
Due to the fierce competition often involved in obtaining an internship or similar experience, it is vital to devote oneself to research and to learn to write excellent, creative cover letters.
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