What is your name?
Joseph Crandall
Where was your internship located? 
In Aix-en-Provence, France with ITER Tokamak Water Cooling System Division. 
How has the experience influenced your career path?
After working in a large research environment I now want to work in a vertically integrated company.
Any recommendations for GW students who want to intern/volunteer at the same company or country?
Working at ITER will show you what it is like to work on a large international experimental engineering project.


Learn more about Joseph's experience in this article. 


Are you a Colonial who has traveled abroad for an internship or volunteer opportunity? If you would like to share your experience with other students, click here for a chance to be featured in the Monthly Jobs Abroad Newsletter! 

THIS MONTH @ GW

United Nations 101 Webinar 
When: Friday, October 6| 12PM-1PM  

To RSVP, please click here. 

Get a deeper understanding of the United Nations through this webinar exclusively for GW students with a UN professional who will share his insights with you. Learn about the structure of the UN, skills needed within different UN organizations and the paths toward getting a foot in the door. Hear tips and suggestions on what might make you a stronger applicant. 

Talent Africa Series Global Professionals
When: Wednesday, October 11| 6PM-8PM 

To RSVP, please click here.

This edition of Talent Africa Series spotlights organizations that are offering opportunities which spur global professional and leadership development. An emphasis will be placed on Africa related prospects. Come out and explore the possibilities. Panelists include representatives from APSIA – Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, LDI Africa – Emerging Institutions Fellowship Program, and TechnoServe – Fellows Program.

Land O' Lakes, Inc. Emerging Leaders for Food Security Info Session 
When: Thursday, October 12 | 12PM-1PM & 6PM-7PM
To RSVP for the 12PM info session click here.

To RSVP for the 6PM info session click here.

Regardless of your college, major, or career experience, if you are a sophomore, now is your chance to solve the global food challenge. Students selected as Emerging Leaders will gain a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the food and agricultural industry outside the classroom: this includes paid trips to Washington, D.C and a to-be-determined international location as part of an 11-week paid summer internship with Land O’Lakes, Inc.

The Job Search in China & Interviewing for the Chinese Job Market 

When: Tuesday, October 17 | 1PM-2:30PM

To RSVP, please click here.
Lockin China, as the largest recruitment platform specialized in supporting Chinese overseas students, is involving experienced HR personnel and employers in this event to give you an overview of employment trends in China and valuable tips for job searching. During the 90-minute workshop, you will be able to access the same employment resources as graduates in China! We hope you'll join us for this presentation and bring a friend! This workshop will be presented in Mandarin with PPT materials in English. Dress is business casual or student attire.
FALL SEMESTER DEADLINES 

Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security

Deadline: Monday, October 30 

Land O’Lakes, Inc. is welcoming students in the class of 2020 the opportunity to apply for the Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Secruity program. The internship offers a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to gain experience outside of the classroom during the year-long program. 


GW Short-Term Abroad Programs-Belize 
Deadline: Tuesday, October 31 

This short-term, winter break course provides an excellent opportunity for students to engage in a multi-disciplinary short-term instructional Study Abroad experience.  The course is rich in research, environmental, and cultural content. Located in the vibrant and diverse ecosystems of Belize, the course facilitates structured observation, reflection, and synthesis of experiential learning coupled with the exploration of the indigenous Mayan and Garifuna cultures. The curriculum encourages students to understand the relationship between the field experience and their career goals. Read more here from Career Coach, Dr. Sonya Merrill who is also helping to facilitate this opportunity!

GW Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Travel Grants 

Deadline: Rolling (based on funding)   

The Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) Travel Grant is available to students who are participating in unpaid internships that will advance their career development and who need assistance in paying for their public transportation to and from the internship location. The grant was initiated in collaboration with the Student Association and made possible through the generous support of alumni, parents and other donors.
Here is a must-read short announcement when applying for jobs.

Use Passport Career to explore job, volunteer, education, professional development and other opportunities in the U.S. and around the world! You will find extensive resources, guidance, strategies and tools to help you make your career move.



Jobs

Global Operations Associate with Flexport
IFC Young Professionals Program

International Editor with Mekong River Commission

HELP International Country Coordinator

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer with Relief International 

Internships

World Teach Ecuador University Teaching program

Teaching Internship with Teach for the Future

Program Director with Manna Project International (volunteer)

China Cal Externship Winter 2017

Global Market Solutions Summer Analyst with Credit Suisse 
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Connect with GW  alum from around the globe via GW's linkedin group. 
Global Jobs promotes opportunities with global organizations.
gwork.gwu.edu
Going Global is accessible through your Gwork Profile.
GW Passport provides access to Provider Programs who assist with internships and study abroad opportunities.  
Jobs Abroad is a monthly newsletter highlighting global opportunities,resources and GW student stories.
Questions? Contact oci@gwu.edu
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