ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Last week I posted career resources for international students.  Here are some other more general resources for international students, available in and through Gelman Library!
Speaking of Gelman...have you heard about the grand re-opening of STEMWorks this Thursday Sept 7, 1-3PM?  Learn about all of the great quant and tech skills you can gain there, through workshops and other events, which will help your studies AND your resume!
Interested in working in intelligence? See here!
Interested in CONSULTING?  
Rising juniors & seniors! The consulting recruiting season is revving up now! Learn more here about how to apply to internships and jobs in federal, managment and economic consulting. 
OPPORTUNITIES
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) invites you to participate in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Jobs and Internships Webinar from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 20.
Designed specifically for students and recent graduates interested in beginning a CBP career, this webinar will include an overview of the application process, a panel featuring CBP representatives, and a question and answer session on how the Pathways Programs can lead to a career at CBP. For additional information about the Pathways Programs, click here.
This event is free. Register here.
Land O'Lakes Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security  internship program is now open for SOPHOMORES!
Applications are now being accepted for the fall 2017 Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Travel Grants, available to GW students who are participating in internships that will advance their career development and who need assistance in paying for their public transportation to and from their internship location. Applications here | More info here.
Want to Learn More about the State Department?  
Get ALL your questions answered, such as...What are the hiring trends--or are they flat? Is the CFP still going strong? Can I work for State when I don't agree with Executive Branch policies?  I heard that Rangel & Pickering are no longer a thing--is that true?  
Tuesday, September 26
1-on-1s | Schedule a 20-min appointment with our Diplomat In Residence
2:30-4PM | Careers in the Foreign Service: How Does It All Work? 
DHS| Office of Intelligence & Analysis | 2018 Internship Program Webinar
Sept 7 | 4-5PM
Virtual fair where you can learn about the application process, hear from current and former interns, and apply without having to go through USAJOBS! (NOTE: I&A is one of the IC agencies exempted from the govt hiring freeze!)
More info & registration here.
EVENTS
Senior Job Search Kick Off  TONIGHT | 6-8PM (Register on Handshake)

Keynote Speaker: an alumnae who will share his career journey and advice
Industry Panels: 7 breakout rooms (one exclusively for IA!) with recent alumni panelist who will provide strategy ideas to make the most of your senior year
Employer/Alumni Meet & Greet: from 7:30-8 meet with employers and alumni to ask questions and build your network
PADFOLIOs: every senior who attends will receive a padfolio for use in your interviews this year
For more info, click here!
Career Paths in International Affairs TOMORROW | 4-5PM
Co-Sponsored by The International Affairs Society
Strengthening Your Resume & Cover Letter  Sept 7 | 6PM
How to Find Internships and Shadowing Opportunities  Sept 12 | 5:30-6:30PM
Public Health Consulting Panel Sept 12 | 6-8PM
Alumni panel, followed by networking reception
How to Find and Apply for Government Jobs  Sept 12 | 6PM
With the Partnership for Public Service
Fall Career and Internship Fair  Sept 13 | 1-5
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
U.S. Secret Service (USSS) Women in Law Enforcement Webinar Oct 2 | 4-5PM
Hear from USSS representatives who will share their experiences as women in law enforcement careers at USSS. Presenters will also highlight job/internship opportunities within USSS’s law enforcement career tracks.
Free. To register, click here.
JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
Click here for JOBS/INTERNSHIPS NOT in Handshake

SAMPLING of JOBS in 
Grameen Foundation
Manager/Senior Manager of Communications
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Program Associate - WWProgram Associate
Global Communities Partners for Good
Program Associate 
Deadline: October 20
Global Communities Partners for Good
Program Analyst-Middle East
Deadline: October 20
United Nations Foundation
Communications Officer

SAMPLING of INTERNSHIPS in
Peace Corps
Gifts & Grants Management Intern
Deadline: Sept 8
Partners of the Americas
Agriculture and Food Security (AFS) Programs Outreach and Communications Internship
Deadline: October 23
Fall Internship (Full-Time)
Moroccan American Center
Deadline: 9/15
UNHCR Washington, DC
Media and Communications – Internship
Deadline: Oct 15

Interested in a Hillternship? 
Sign up for Nicole Kolt's US Goct & Policy career newsletter here for more opportunities!
If you receive an email from Norman Security Systems discussing jobs or internships, you should contact abuse@gwu.edu immediately. 
DO NOT reply to the Norman Security Systems email, click on any links or call the phone number. DO NOT send them any personal information. This is a phishing email. If you receive an email from Norman Security Systems, you should contact the IT Support Center immediately at 202-994-GWIT (4948) , ithelp@gwu.edu and abuse@gwu.edu.
ELIZABETH BOESEN | Industry Career Coach
More Career Resources for International Affairs!
Elizabeth: eboesen@gwu.edu
Make an appointment through Handshake
Interested in getting an internship or job in other industry areas that overlap with International Affairs?  Sign up for my colleagues' newsletters, too!
Interested in FELLOWSHIPS?  Want to do RESEARCH with a professor?  See the Center for Undergraduate Fellowships & Research for more!

About this newsletter
The primary goal of this newsletter is to provide timely reminders & key info for undergraduate students, primarily in CCAS & ESIA, interested in careers in international affairs sectors (e.g. diplomacy, development, intelligence, policy). It is sent on a weekly or as-needed basis by Elizabeth Boesen, Industry Career Coach for IA in the GW Center for Career Services. Information included here may be subject to change. This newsletter should NOT replace your use of networking ;-), Handshake, reading the weekly OCI e-newsletter (to subscribe, email ocr@gwu.edu) or regularly checking USAJOBS, other job boards, and organizational websites.

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