JobQuest Job & Internship Fair 2009
Monday, November 16
JobQuest 2009 will be held at the Buffalo-Niagara Marriott on Millersport Highway (near UB-North) on Monday, November 16, 3-6 p.m.
There is no pre-registration for students. Students can get a list of registered employers at http://136.183.4.135/cdc/jobQuest/publish.asp
Volunteering: How, What, Where, Why
Interested in volunteering, but not sure how to get started? We will look at how to find and choose the best volunteer opportunities to fit your needs and wants.
Location : 235 Student Union
Date / Time :
Sep 21, 2009 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Resume Writing for a Job or Internship
Learn how to construct and tailor your resume to that specific position that you want to land. We’ll focus on how you can best market yourself and get your foot in the door for an interview.
Location : 259 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 14, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sep 29, 2009 -
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Nov 17, 2009 -
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Internships for Any Major
Internships are the key to exploring your career interests, gaining real-world experience and achieving success in your future career program. This panel discussion will answer your questions about how to find internship opportunities (both paid and unpaid), how to get credit, and where to go for more information about internships for all majors.
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Oct 26, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/event_page.php
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Learn about UB’s Center for Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (CURCA) and discover the opportunities that await UB students who want to take classroom learning and apply it to “real” research and creative studies. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 10, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Funding Your Research
Money is available to students wishing to fund their research projects and creative endeavors, come and learn the in’s and out’s of grant proposals-federal funding and UB support for your project. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Oct 1, 2009 -
3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Strategies to Finding Nationally Competitive Scholarship and Fellowship Opportunities
We’ll introduce you to various national and international scholarships and fellowships. These awards provide undergraduate and graduate funding to outstanding students. Learn about strategies you can follow to maximize your success in pursuing these opportunities. Undergraduate Academies
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Oct 9, 2009 -
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Nov 11, 2009 -
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/category_function.php?categoryid=247
Remember to use the summertime for more than just a vacation! Often what students do in the summer provides excellent insight into their personality. Plan to do new and interesting things, such as taking additional coursework, gaining experience by shadowing, volunteering or interning, studying abroad or giving back to your community.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A NUMBER OF VALUABLE RESOURCES AVAILABLE THIS SUMMER AT UB
STAY INFORMED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER MONTHS!
Are you interested in exploring careers that deal with the environment? Industries such as energy, recycling, conservation, ecology and environmental education offer a variety of career and internship opportunities for students of ALL MAJORS. This panel discussion will feature professionals working in these fields and will help you learn how to prepare now for your future.
Green Careers Panel Discussion
Date: Monday, April 20, 2009
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: 145 A Student Union
Panelists include:
Walk-ins are welcome or register at: workshops.buffalo.edu.
Can’t make it to this workshop but interested in Green Careers?
1. Go to www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/green.php.
2. Make an appointment with Ed Brodka, a UB Career Counselor or any other Counselor by calling 716-645-2231.
3. Stop by the UB Career Services Brent D. Arcangel Career Library (259 Capen Hall) to see new books about Green Careers.
4. Network with professionals in industries such as energy, recycling, conservation, ecology and environmental education by attending these upcoming local Green Career Events:
For more information on any of the following contact: RJ Multari, Director of Advisement, UB School of Architecture and Planning, 829-3484 or ap-advising@buffalo.edu.
Still Can’t Find an Internship? Not sure where to start? The professional staff the Cora P. Maloney College work with students to identify their needs, and to identify the skills and knowledge they would like to develop. Additionally, they will then help students utilize a number of resources to find the perfect fit. This is an opportunity for students to gain direct exposure to and practical experience from a diverse range of public, private, government or community service agencies and businesses locally, nationally and internationally in an effort to improve the community we live in.
The following are organizations are currently looking for interns for the summer and/or fall 2009 semesters (this is only a sample):
For more information and assistance with your internship search contact the Public Service Internship Program by calling 716.645.5593, stopping by 255 Capen Hall or you may e-mail Cathleen M. Morreale, Program Coordinator at cwalther@buffalo.edu.
Career Services is in search of qualified students for the highly selective Career Peer Advisor Program. The program is an opportunity for undergraduate students to develop presentation, resume writing/critiquing, and helping skills. During the first semester, students will earn 3 internship credits and will have the opportunity to be paid in the second semester. This program is open to all majors but may be particularly beneficial for students interested in careers in counseling, teaching, human resources, and higher education.
They are looking for students with good writing and communication skills, and a GPA of 3.0 or above. Junior or senior standing is preferred at the start of the fall 2009 semester, unless you are a star sophomore candidate! Students also must be willing to give a full year (2 semester) commitment. Applications are available at the front desk of Career Services (259 Capen Hall) or online at www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/careerpeeradvisors.php.
Questions?
Contact: Lauren Johnson or Emily Chabala
Location: Career Services, 259 Capen Hall
Phone: 716.645.2231
E-mail: lj8@buffalo.edu or kustreba@buffalo.edu
Web: http://www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/
Consider attending one of the three upcoming job fairs in March! Before attending one of these events be sure to check out these Job Fair Strategies. Learn what a job fair is, what questions to ask, what to wear, and much more! Below is more information about each fair.
CareerFEST Fair
Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Time: 3:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Arena Main Gym
Description: There will be more than 100 employers (local and national) seeking candidates with a wide variety of majors for full–time employment and internship opportunities. Log in to BullsEye and see the growing list of employers who will be attending!
Human Services Career Fair
Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Student Union Lobby and Social Hall
Description: Explore job and internship opportunities in the human service sector.
Summer Jobs Fair
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Student Union Lobby
Description: Make Money. Gain Experience. Need to earn some cash this summer? Here’s your chance to interact with employers seeking summer help at camps, not-for-profits, in restaurants/hospitality, retail and more!
Questions?
Contact: Career Services
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Phone: 716.645.2231
E-mail: Click Here
Web: http://www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/
Make the most of your spring break! For the first time ever, this event (held annually in New York City) will take place in the Rochester area! Career Conversations: A Student-Alumni Career Networking Night is designed to link established UB alumni with current UB students and recent graduates who are interested in launching their careers in the Rochester area. As opposed to a more formal, job-oriented career fair, the event facilitates informal discussions, networking and career information gathering. A variety of career fields will be represented. A more specific list of industry areas will be available prior to the event.
Career Conversations: A Student Alumni Career Networking Night
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 10, 2009 | 6:15 - 8 p.m.
Location: Genesee Valley Club, 421 East Avenue, Rochester, NY
Registration is required to attend this event. To register, fill out the registration form at www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/careerconv. Upon registration, a detailed confirmation will be sent via email.
*Space is limited, so register early!*
Questions?
Contact: Megan Pendergast
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Phone: 716.645.2232 ext.114
E-mail: mrp6@buffalo.edu
Web: http://ub-careers.buffalo.edu
How does your resume look? Be ready for Teacher Recruitment Day and other events including CareerFest and the Part-time Job Fair. Learn how to construct and tailor your resume to that specific internship you want to land no matter what your major. Attend a Resumania Workshop this February and have your resume critqued by a professional staff member from Career Services. Below is more information regarding the workshops:
Education Resumania
Date: February 2, 2009
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Location: 259 Capen Hall
All Majors Resumania
Date: February 10, 2009
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Questions?
Contact: Career Services
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Phone: 716.645.2231
E-mail: Click Here
Web: http://www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/
