Name: Dianna Samek

Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Morgan Stanley

Position Title: Shared Services and Banking Operations Analyst

Major(s)/Minor(s): Financial Economics

Expected Graduation Year: 2015

Briefly describe your internship, co-op,  or research opportunity, including your day-to-day tasks, responsibilities, and assignments.

All I could think was "I'm going to be working for a top Wall Street Firm!" when I got the job offer to intern at Morgan Stanley this summer. I had no idea what I was getting myself into. Now, after my summer as a full-time, 9-5 (more like 8-6:30), financial analyst has come to an end, I look back and think that I could not be happier with my experience.

Describe the process of obtaining your internship, research, or co-op opportunity.

Having never had a full time professional job before, it was a huge culture shock entering a business/professional environment on my first day. It was such a different atmosphere than college is! I have definitely come such a long way since that first day.

What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization/company?

I loved the internship program in general. As an intern at Morgan Stanley, you not only work with a team of full-time employees, but you are also able to work on activities with the other interns at the firm. This includes manager shadowing, group projects, and presentations. This aspect really gave me the opportunity to see a wide range of opinions and experiences from my peers, and I was able to make some great friends over the summer too.

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I believe I helped the team I was placed on by reducing their heavy workload. I finished all tasks that they wanted to teach me or have me help with, along with providing new insight on areas with a possibility of improvement.

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

Keep an open mind. Never give up any opportunity no matter what it is because it is always a chance to grow and learn. No job will ever be perfect, but if it can help you to grow in the workforce or even just as an individual then you should 100% go for it. Never let failure or rejection stop you from trying. I have not gotten every single job I I've ever applied to, but as they say, it's always better to try and fail than never try at all.

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Join the Career Center staff on October 1st for a trip to The Idealist Grad School Fair hosted by American University and taking place at the Washington Convention Center!

Can you believe this Thursday is the first day of October already? That means it’s another month into the semester, and another month closer to application deadlines. Believe me…they creep up before you know it. Finding the right school and program for graduate school can be overwhelming and stressful, but the good news is the Career Center has plenty of options to help you through the decision process.

On October 1st from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, the Career Center staff will be providing transportation for the Idealist Grad School Fair. They will leave from UMBC by 3:30, so if you cannot leave with the UMBC students feel free to get there by different transportation. There will be 249 different programs from schools including Harvard, Yale, Duke, Columbia, and NYU will be there to help you get more information. If you go to this link http://www.idealist.org/explore/JxbbgDCPnw8d/exhibitors you can look at all of the different programs and requirements for them. I recommend doing a little research on the ones you’re interested in before you attend so you have a better idea of what questions to ask once you’re there. If you’re sure you can go, register ASAP! You can register for the Fair here at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-dc-idealist-grad-fair-tickets-17309432980 and rsvp for the bus is through UMBCworks.

If you can’t make this trip or if you feel way too unprepared to start looking at programs, it’s no problem! The Career Center has plenty of opportunities to help you figure out what you want to study. If you don’t have a clue where to start in picking a program, let alone deciding what to do with your life, I highly suggest you take the self-assessment tests on our website at http://careers.umbc.edu/students/discover/self/.   The FOCUS2 and the WooFound Compass assessments not only have really cool names, they also help you identify your interests, talents, and values and provide a customized report of jobs and career fields that match your personality! Once you complete them you can set up an appointment with a Career Specialist to talk about your results.

 Once you have a better idea of what you want to do, it makes it easier to start researching schools that have the program you’re interested in. The Career Center’s website contains important questions to consider when picking a program as well as links to additional webpages that provide information on different programs. You can check it out at http://careers.umbc.edu/students/gradschool/selecting/

If you can’t make the Idealist Grad School Fair next week, keep checking the Career Center calendar for more events and opportunities that can help you through the search process! On Wednesday, October 21st at 4:30 pm there is a Grad School 101 Conference where you can have dinner and connect with other students who are also trying to plan their future. The conference will have presentations that cover navigating the application process, writing a strong personal statement that grabs attention, and advice from graduate students and alumni to help with the entire process! Buffet, students to connect with, and helpful advice, what could be better? Check it out on the calendar at http://careers2.umbc.edu/calendar/workshops/gradschool101.php and register today!

Below are featured events and internship/employment opportunities that have recently been posted or have application deadline dates that are quickly approaching!  To see all that the UMBC Career Center has to offer YOU, please visit our myUMBC group page or log into your UMBCworks account!

FEATURED EVENTS….

Upcoming on the Roads….check them out and RSVP via UMBCworks!

On the Road:  Idealist Grad School Fair, Thursday, October 1, 2015 3:30 – 8:00 pm.  Thinking about graduate school?  This one is for you!

On the Road:  The Nielsen Company, Friday, October 2, 2015, 9 am – 1 pm – If you are able to drive yourself, you are welcome to attend!  Just email plitt@umbc.edu and I will send you logistics.  GRADUATE and UUNDERGRADUATE students are encouraged to attend this event!  Nielsen has several excellent emerging leader programs for interns and full-time entry-level positions in the fields of data science, human resources, engineering, finance and technology.

NEW! UMBC Connects: Lockheed Martin – Wednesday, September 30, 2015, 11 am–2 pm

NEW! UMBC Connects: Northrop Grumman Corporation - Tech Showcase– Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 10am–2pm  STOP IN WHEN YOU ARE ABLE! No need to stay for the entire event!

NEW! UMBC Connects: Northrop Grumman Corporation - Networking– Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 5pm-7pm STOP IN WHEN YOU ARE ABLE! No need to stay for the entire event!

NEW! Inside Scoop: Science & Research– Monday, October 5, 2015, 12 pm–1 pm

NEW! Information Session: CyberPoint International, LLC. – Tuesday, October 6, 2015, 5 pm–6 pm

NEW!Resumania – Thursday, October 8, 2015, 10 am–4 pm

The Fall Recruiting Season is HERE!  Prepare yourself by attending one (or more) of these workshops!

Keys to Success: Get Ready...Here They Come! - Resumes– September 29, 5:00 – 6:00pm, The Commons 331 – Facilitated by Victoria Kirkpartick, Kohls

Keys to Success: Get Ready... Here They Come! Interviewing– September 30, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, The Commons 331 – Facilitated by Jennifer Lantini, Wells Fargo

Get Ready...Here They Come! - Job Fair/Networking – October 1, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, Commons 331 – Facilitated by Joe Poplawski, Next Century Corporation

Get Ready...Here They Come! - Interviewing – October 2, Noon–1:00 pm, The Commons 329 – Facilitated by Kristen Cook, Maryland Public Television

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NEW!  On-Campus Interview Deadlines

The Hershey Company
Internal Audit Intern and Information Services Intern
Deadline to Apply:  September 29
Interview Date:  October 13

The Nielsen Company
MANY OPPORTUNITIES POSTED IN UMBCworks FOR MANY MAJORS!!
Deadline to Apply:  October 5
Interview Date:  October 16

The Nielsen Company
MANY OPPORTUNITIES POSTED IN UMBCworks FOR MANY MAJORS!!
Deadline to Apply:  October 5
Interview Date:  October 15

Textron Systems
MANY OPPORTUNITIES POSTED IN UMBCworks FOR MANY MAJORS!!
Deadline to Apply:  October 6
Interview Date:  October 20

Morgan Stanley
Technology Full Time Analyst
Deadline to Apply:  October 7
Interview Date:  October 21

FEATURED FULL-TIME & PART-TIME JOBS, INTERNSHIPS, AND RESEARCH POSITIONS

GE Information Technology Leadership Program- Summer 2016

Data Analysis Internship with Humanim

PAID 10-week Internship for Spring 16 with NASA DEVELOP!

Keep an eye on the Career Center website (http://careers.umbc.edu/) for all upcoming events and programs!  Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors….this is an excellent opportunity for you to learn more about career paths…whether you are exploring possibilities or searching for an internship or full-time opportunity!

Name: Vivek Desai

Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Laureate Education

Position Title: IT Programmer Analyst

Major(s)/Minor(s): Master's IT

Expected Graduation Year: 2015

Briefly describe your internship, co-op,  or research opportunity, including your day-to-day tasks, responsibilities, and assignments.

This is my first IT job. I am lucky and proud to say that it got me the best learning experiences, incredible supporting colleagues, and coolest Mentor/Manager/Boss. During my last year at UMBC, I opted to do research/Master's thesis in the field of Data mining and collaborated my IT job with my academics. My Professor and Manager came together to decide the research topic which can be utilized in a product of Laureate Education. During my year at this internship, I wore multiple hats. I have worked as a salesforce administrator, project coordinator and programmer analyst. It is a great roller coaster ride to learn and explore new technologies. 

Describe the process of obtaining your internship, research, or co-op opportunity.

I participated in every career fair that UMBC organized. At each fair, I walked around and did not skipping any encounter. I provided my resume and talked with employers face to face, and I was very specific and clear on what I am doing in my academics and what my interests are. It was a good practice for networking, and it was great to meet new employers all under one roof.

What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization/company?

They are very friendly, and the working environment is very professional. They provide a flexibility to work from home as well. All these advantages sum up to a positive outcome; it encourages you to work more effectively and be more productive. 

How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?

I have used my knowledge of the salesforce to create a ticketing system to handle real-time customer facing issues. After I implemented my system, the issue storing process has become more efficient and effective. It saved a lot of time and reduced the waiting time for customers to get their problems resolved. Research work which I have done for my Master's thesis is actually a solution to a real-time problem statement/business requirement at Laureate Education. 

What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?

Never give up! Attend all career fairs and networking events, and be crystal clear on what path you want to move forward on in your career. Self-teaching is something which is required at each phase of life, be it in professional life or in academics. 

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Nearly 130 Employers are Coming to Campus on October 14th to Recruit Students Like You

Are You Ready for the UMBC Fall Internship and Career Fair?
Participate in one or more of the workshops below.  Open to ALL majors and degree levels!

This is a great opportunity to learn from industry experts.

Keys to Success: Get Ready...Here They Come! - Resumes– September 28, Noon – 1pm, The Commons 331 – Facilitated by Susan Krause, Lockheed Martin

Keys to Success: Get Ready...Here They Come! - Resumes– September 29, 5:00 – 6:00pm, The Commons 331 – Facilitated by Victoria Kirkpartick, Kohls

Keys to Success: Get Ready... Here They Come! Interviewing– September 30, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, The Commons 331 – Facilitated by Jennifer Lantini, Wells Fargo

Get Ready...Here They Come! - Job Fair/Networking – October 1, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, Commons 331 – Facilitated by Joe Poplawski, Next Century Corporation

Get Ready...Here They Come! - Interviewing – October 2, Noon – 1:00 pm, The Commons 329 – Facilitated by Kristen Cook, Maryland Public Television