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NOTE: There will be no newsletter next week because of Fall Break.
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Handshake Tip:
Don't Make a Bad Impression with Employers and Alumni - Turn On Event Notifications
Employers and alumni often want to know who is coming to their events and will ask us how many students are expected. When asked, we provide a list of attendees so they can identify people in their recruitment efforts. When students sign up but don't show up for events, it makes both GW and the students look less professional. In addition, when RSVPs are full and students don't attend, other students miss out on opportunities.
Most students don't intend to miss events or cause a classmate to miss out, so we have a solution: update your Handshake Event Notifications! We recommend students choose BOTH email and notification reminders for the following reasons:
- You will get a reminder 24 hours and 1 hour before your event.
- You can get an email if we have to update the location, date or add details about new speakers and guests.
- Get invitation emails for special events - employers and staff are send event invitations to alert students of special events that fit your industry interests.
- We have a RSVP Cancellation Policy, so you don't want to get blocked from Handshake!
You can update your notification preferences by going either to the Notifications (then click Edit Preferences) or the Settings & Privacy section in the drop-down under your name (see below).
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FAQ: Can I apply for OCI if I am studying abroad? Yes! Apply and if you get invited for an interview, sign up for a slot and reach out to the recruiter or to your industry coach, saying, “I am looking forward to our interview. I did want to let you know that I am currently studying abroad. Therefore, I am wondering if I should keep the same slot (but by Skype), or would a different time work better?”
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Amazing Networking Opportunity!
Fall 2017 UN Young Professionals’ Career Dinner Series
Sat. Oct 14
UNA-NCA invites students and young professionals to participate in its semi-annual Young Professional Career Dinner series.
This signature event is an opportunity for young people to discuss global career paths and network with experienced professionals in their fields of interest. The Fall 2017 Dinner Series will kick off with a networking reception where participants and speakers will have the chance to meet and swap business cards. This Fall's keynote speaker is Andy Rabens, Special Adviser for Global Youth Issues at the U.S. Department of State.
See here to register (it is $45, but is very worth it!)
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Sophomores: Land O' Lakes Global Food Challenge Info Session
Thursday, October 12 | 12 pm (RSVP here) or 6 pm (RSVP here)
Attend to learn about local, national, & international paid internships with the Global Food Challenge Program. Students selected as Emerging Leaders will gain experience in the food & agriculture industry, which includes paid trips to international locations as part of the 11-week summer program with Land O' Lakes. Application information can be found here.
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OPTIONS FAIR: Job Fair for Justice at Georgetown University
Tues November 7 | 12-2pm @ Healey Family Student Center
A job fair for justice! Explore postgraduate service opportunities and meet recruiters from social justice service organizations, e.g. City Year, Urban Teacher Corps, Center for Inspired Teaching, Francis Corps, Lutheran Volunteer Corps, Amate House, and more! Register here.
Co-sponsored by GW Nashman Ctr, AU and Georgetown Career.
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Interested in Peace Corps and want a student perspective? Reach out to Isabel Van Weegen, the Peace Corps' student ambassador at GWU!
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Virtual Internship Fair Thursday, Oct 5 | 2-8PM NOTE: DHS is not using USAJOBS to accept applications for their summer 2018 internship program. This virtual fair is the only way that they will accept applications! Interested students should register and upload their resume and transcript.
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The GW Hatchet Conference
Leading industry professionals in the journalism field will convene to share invaluable industry wisdom with the student journalism community. The event will consist of panel discussions centered around pressing issues in journalism, a keynote speech followed by a brief Q&A session, and a catered networking mixer sponsored by the Center for Career Services. Cosponsored by the GW Hatchet. Oct 14th | 11AM-3PM
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This event is for students interested in education, teaching, policy, and other areas related to education, designed to describe the various ways to get involved in the world of education post-graduation such as alternate paths into teaching. Co-sponsored with Students for Education Reform GW. October 17 | 6-7PM
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Strengthening Your Resume and Cover Letter | Oct 11 | 5:30-6:30PM
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There is a lot to learn about successful job hunting in China – and now there is help while you are still at GW! 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.
Oct 17 | 1-2:30PM
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Spend a relaxed and informative hour with Prof. Stephen Biddle, whose career has included defense contracting, US military strategic advising in Baghdad and Kabul, authoring award-winning books, teaching, a CFR Fellowship, and even art history (one of his 3 degrees from Harvard!). He enjoys helping students think about their careers, particularly in the broad area of security policy. Come and learn from him, and ask all your questions! Oct 17 | 12-1PM
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The Direct Action & Research Training (DART) Center will be holding an online info session to discuss careers in community organizing with GW students and alumni interested in uniting congregations and working for social, economic and racial justice. RSVP Here. Oct 17 | 7-8PM
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Come hear panelists who have gone to grad school straight out of college, after a break, those who had a hard time deciding where and when to go, those who did not! There will be six different areas, including IA, JD, MBA, Public Health, MPA, and MPP. Freshmen and sophomores--come learn about 5 year programs! Oct 18 | 6-7:30PM
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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. Presenter: Michael Emery, Dir., Division of HR @ UNFPA Fri Oct 6 | 12-1PM
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| Don't wait! Set up a complete Handshake profile today!
Download the new student app, then find, favorite and apply for internships and jobs on the go!
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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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