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| Tuesday, October 17, 2017
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| CAREER WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
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THE JOB SEARCH IN CHINA & INTERVIEWING FOR CHINESE JOBS
TUE 10/17/17, 1:00-2:30PM, MARVIN CENTER, 309 Learn professional development tips from Lockin China, the largest recruitment platform specializing in supporting Chinese oversees students. Register here
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CAREER PATHS IN EDUCATION
TUE 10/17/17, 6:00-7:00PM, MARVIN CENTER, 302 Interested in a career in education, teaching, policy and other related to education? Learn from experienced panelists on various ways to get involved in the world of education. Register here
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WED 10/18/17, 4:30PM-6:00PM, MARVIN CENTER, GRAND BALLROOM
This fair provides an opportunity to meet with representatives from dozens of communications-related organizations to learn about their companies, discuss your career plans and learn about possible internships and jobs.
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Graduate school admissions representatives will provide tips and advice on how to research, narrow down choices, and best present yourself when looking at and applying to competitive graduate school programs. The program will be feature alumni from different graduate programs, GW pre-professional advisors, and graduate school admissions officers for programs in business, law, public policy, international affairs, medicine, and STEM. GW 5th Year Programs will also be discussed.
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bTECH CONFERENCE
FRI 10/20/17, 9:30AM-4:30PM, GWSB DUQUES HALL
Interested in a career in tech? Attend bTech Conference 2017 to hear from alumni with diverse backgrounds and skills in tech. interactive sessions from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. Register here
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BUILD YOUR NETWORK: TWO OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN & HONE YOUR NETWORKING SKILLS You are invited to two exclusive events during Colonials Weekend that will not only help you hone your networking skills but will also provide you an exclusive opportunity to start building your network within the GW community. Remember, 80% of all jobs and internships are obtained through networking.
Networking Opportunity:
Student, Alumni & Parent Meet-n-Greet / Friday, Oct 20 / 4:30-6 pm / Marvin Center Continental Ballroom
Meet in an informal setting with GW alumni and parents representing a wide variety of industry areas (including arts, business, communications, education, government, international affairs, law, public health, STEM, etc) who would like to see you succeed whether you're looking for an internship next summer or a job after graduation.
Learn about networking if you have not done much networking before:
The Power of Professional Networking / Friday, Oct 20 / 4-4:30 pm / Marvin Center 309
This workshop, which immediately precedes the networking event, will provide you with simple yet essential tips and advice on how to make a powerful first impression as you interact with people during networking events.
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| CAMPUS EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
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SPRING INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AMBASSADORS (ISA) APPLICATIONS
Build your resume by volunteering as an ISO's Spring ISA. Selected students will gain leadership and professional development opportunities while providing support in ISO's events and programs. APPLICATION CLOSES ON SUNDAY, 10/22/17 at 11:30PM. Apply here
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HALLOWEEN HANGOUT
WED, 10/25/17 3:00-5:00PM, MARVIN CENTER, CONTINENTAL BALLROOM Join the ISO for an afternoom full of fun activities! Halloween candies, snacking on donuts, apple cider. PUMPKIN CARVING AND HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTESTS. Registration required
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DAZZLING DIWALI: FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
SAT, 10/28/17 8:00-11:00PM, MARVIN CENTER, GRAND BALLROOM Celebrate Diwali with GW Hindu Students Association, GW Desis, and the ISO. Henna tattoos, traditional Indian food, and dance performances. *Registration limited to 300 tickets* Register here
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EVERYDAY ENGLISH
EVERY WEDNESDAY, 11:30AM-1:30PM, MARVIN CENTER, 5TH FLOOR LOBBY Join a weekly discussion with international students and GW staff on "everyday English" sayings, phrases, and social topics in a casual, fun environment. No RSVP required.
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GWU TOASTMASTERS CLUB WED, 10/18/17 and THUR, OCT 10/266/27, 7:30AM-8:30PM, MARVIN CENTER 413 Great club to develop English-speaking, public speaking, and leadership skills.
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BOSTON CAREER FORUM FOR JAPANESE STUDENTS
11/17/17-11/19/17, 10:00AM-6:00PM Approximately 200 hiring companies. Scholarships are available for students to help cover travel expenses. Register here.
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Anne ScammonManaging Director, Curricular and Strategic Initiatives
GW Center for Career Services
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Hermella G.TekleEditor and Content Manager
GW International Student Career Ambassador & Graduate Fellow
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http://go.gwu.edu/intlcareersinfo | 202.994.6495| gwcareercenter@gwu.edu
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