So that title is cheesy, but really the spring semester is a great time to take advantage of all the resources the Career Center has to offer you! I KNOW you’re looking for a summer job or internship, because I myself am still on the search. New jobs and internships are being posted on UMBCworks every day, so keep checking to find an opportunity that’s perfect for you.

NEWSFLASH: The Spring Internship and Career fair is THIS FRIDAY! This is THE place to get your name (and your resume) out there to potential employers. Whether you’re looking for a summer job, an internship next fall, or a full-time job for after graduation, this is the best place to start. Over 130 employers are registered to be there, and you can find a full list here. This semester, there are NEW resources available to you before the big day! Here’s the run-down:

1: Spice up your resume! Tomorrow is Resume Rescue+, which is more than it has ever been before! In the past, Resume Rescue was a day where drop-in resume review hours were extended to 10am-4pm the Tuesday before the fair. This is still the case! February 13th is the day you have NO EXCUSES to get your resume in top condition, so come in anytime during those hours. Drop-in hours are still every Monday-Thursday from 2pm-4pm, except on the day of the Career Fair, as all staff will be at the fair. Now here’s where the “+” comes in….

2: Create a Professional Pitch! In addition to resume reviews, Resume Rescue+ will have two additional services, the first of which is developing your 30-second commercial. This tool is completely under-utilized by most students, but it makes for a more confident-sounding job-seeker!

3: Look your best! The last station is all about dressing professionally, which is a confusing concept for a lot of people (myself included). You can get tips and have your questions answered on how to look the part. The link above gives you the basics on professional dress, but it also doesn’t hurt to stand out! You still want to be tasteful, but it’s always important to let your personal style shine through.

And finally, try to relax. Employers can smell fear.

Just kidding, there’s nothing to worry about! Even though this is a huge recruiting event, it’s not your only chance to gain a job/internship this semester. And if you do obtain an internship, congratulations!! You should enroll in the Intern Success Practicum, which helps you go the extra mile in your internship. The entire month of April is Career Month: a whole month dedicated to strengthening your professional skills and connecting you with fantastic employers! Check out our Calendar of Events to see what else is available to you.

Name:Carly Harris

Internship, Co-op or Research Site:Raytheon Missile Systems

Position Title: Software Engineer

Major(s)/Minor(s):Computer Science

Work Term:Summer 2017

Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.

I am interning within the Software Engineering Center for Raytheon Missile Systems. Upon orientation, I was assigned onto a project collaborating with a team of out Raytheon Dulles in Virginia. We operate on Agile Scrum so my day to day responsibilities are working on the software assigned to me and daily meetings with my team to discuss the work done and progress of the project.

Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?

I received help on my resume through the Career Center and my goal post grad is to serve the country and work for a Government, whether Contractor or Federal Agency so I applied to Raytheon online, with interest in the type of Defense company that they were. I was invited to a Hiring Event out in Tucson, Arizona at the end of April where I was interviewed for the position of Software Engineering Intern. I had experience interviewing from previous internships and I also did a lot of research on the company, specifically how the Software Engineering Center operates. I found out that day that I would be offered the position.

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

The collaboration and networking with interns and employees from all over the country. Also working everyday with people who share the same passion of protecting our country.

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

My goal is to always work hard and do all and everything I can to be a benefit to the company with nothing but a positive impact. In this case, working for a Defense contractor, knowing I contributed to ensuring the safety and security of my country in any way that I could was a huge honor.

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

Put yourself out there. Take initiative to meet people, network, and research opportunities that correlate to your passions. There are so many opportunities on the Internet, just apply.

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