You’re invited to U Lead We Lead: Dig Into Leadership!

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How do you plant, grow, and deepen your leadership talents? 
How do you create the change you wish to see?

                            U Lead We Lead: Cultivating Leadership

When: October 29, 6-8 p.m.
Where: UW Hub Ballroom, doors open at 5:30 p.m.

At U Lead We Lead, students and members of the University community will dig into stories from local leaders about cultivating leadership in yourself and in others.

Four local luminaries each share their story and perspective on leadership and call you to action. Have you ever wanted to talk about a TED talk with people who’ve seen the same speaker? At U Lead We Lead, you get to listen to interesting talks by smart people and then talk about what you heard in small groups. Shine a light on teamwork, respect, responsibility, and civic engagement through dynamic reflection and rich conversation.

Think you’ll be hungry? Don’t worry; dinner will be provided.

As the Husky Leadership Initiative kick-off event for the year, U Lead We Lead: Cultivating Leadership helps your leadership skills take root. 

To register: Register here! 

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All Puget Sound area employers are invited to recruit at the upcoming Public Service Career Fair on Monday, May 19th from 4:00–7:00pm at Northeastern University – Seattle in South Lake Union. The fair is targeted at graduate-level students and alumni from local MPA programs who are seeking both internship and full-time opportunities. 

Register today at: http://www.evergreenaspaonline.org/

[workshop]: Integrative Knowledge E-Portfolio Workshops

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Integrative Knowledge E-Portfolio Workshops

What’s an integrative knowledge e-portfolio and why should I make one? During this interactive workshop, you will answer these questions and gain an overview of building an online integrative knowledge portfolio, demonstrating your learning in and outside the classroom. Whether you are interested in developing an e-portfolio for a class, for potential employers to complement your resume, or as a way to document and reflect on your experiences, this workshop will provide you with a starting place. This workshop will:

  • ·         Guide you through short hands-on activities that will allow you to begin identifying deep connections between your learning, your experiences and your life-goals
  • ·         Share example integrative knowledge e-portfolios
  • ·         Provide you with resources for creating your e-portfolio.

Join us and learn how to showcase your learning in connection with real-world experiences! RSVP at https://expo.uw.edu/expo/rsvp/event/428, though drop-ins are always welcome!

Spring Workshop Dates:

  • ·         Wednesday, May 7, 3:30-4:30pm, MGH 171

Additional information is available at http://expd.washington.edu/eportfolio.

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[workshop]: Networking for Environmental Careers

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Hello Environmental Studies Majors and Minors,

The PoE alumni board is hosting a career skills workshop for autumn quarter, and you’re invited:

What
Networking for Environmental Careers
Do you understand the importance of building a career network, but you aren’t sure where to start? Are you interested in exploring environmental career (particularly following a major or minor in environmental studies) options? At this short workshop you will:
* Learn about the importance of networking as well as the best approach to take through a workshop led by an adviser from the UW career center
* Practice networking with PoE alumni from a variety of career fields and graduate programs
* Get resources for environmentally-oriented networking events around the UW and the Seattle area
* Eat a light meal and have open time to network with alumni and students from PoE

When
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
5:30 ~ 7:30 pm
PoE Commons, Wallace Hall Suite 012

Charge
no charge – this is free to any UW student!
RSVP
Questions?
contact:

Joe Kobayashi

Undergraduate Program Coordinator
Program on the Environment
University of Washington
Wallace Hall 012 [map]
E: jkob@uw.edu T: 206.616.2461
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[job]: Campus Ambassador – Rising Green

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Dear University of Washington Students,
I would like to let you know about a job opportunity available this fall semester to one UW student. Rising Green is accepting applications for its Campus Ambassador Program. We’re a one-year-old company that’s helping students find jobs, internships and study abroad programs in the environment and sustainability sectors. You can read more about ushere.
We’re planning to reach out to the UW community this fall, and we need one passionate, motivated Campus Ambassador who will work with academic departments, career services, the study abroad office, student groups and publications to spread the word about Rising Green. The Ambassador will also organize events to connect UW students with experienced professionals. It’s a great opportunity for one student to gain marketing, event organizing and networking experience. S/he will also earn a scholarship award!
Deadline extended! All positions are now open until filled. Click here to view the job description and application: http://www.risinggreen.com/campus-ambassador-program. Apply ASAP!

[event]: PoE Alumni Interview Skills Workshop: Wednesday, May 16 5:00 pm

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PoE Career Skills Workshop: The Job Interview
Wednesday, May 16
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
PoE Commons 

RSVP required: [link]

The PoE Alumni board is hosting a spring career skills workshop on all about the job interview. Any PoE student wishing to learn or develop skills relevant to interviewing for environmentally-related jobs is welcome – majors or minors in Environmental Studies. This workshop will be staffed by volunteer alumni of PoE undergraduate and graduate programs. It’s a great chance to build job search skills relevant to your degree, and you can also make great connections with environmental professionals.

The workshop will consist of a group presentation about interview basics, a panel Q&A, and an individual ‘mock’ job interview for a position with an alumni volunteer. There will be a chance for both individual and group feedback.

Food and drinks will be provided.

Tentative agenda

5:00 pm Welcome: Check-in, get food, introductions
5:20 pm Interview basics: general advice and panel Q&A
5:45 pm Set-up for mock-interviews
5:50 ~ 6:50 pm: Mock-interviews with alumni volunteers in 15 minute blocks
6:50 pm Group debrief
7:00 pm End

[event] – UW Networking Night for Veterans

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This event is open to all veterans at the UW and in the Puget Sound community.

Networking Night for Veterans

April 25, 2012

4:00-7:30pm

Kane Hall, Room 210 (UW Seattle campus)

RSVP required: careerevents@uw.edu

 

Thinking about your career? 

Come connect with employers like Starbucks, Amazon, T-Mobile and more who are interested in your military experience.

A moderated panel will kick off the event and give you a chance to hear first-hand from employer representatives how to succeed in a today’s job market, what ‘networking’ is all about, and how to best translate your military experience into the civilian workplace.

Following the panel, enjoy a unique opportunity to connect face-to-face to employer representatives to ask your own questions, get one-on-one advice and learn more about how their company supports veterans.

Employers confirmed to participate include:

Alaska Airlines

Amazon

Boeing

Comcast

Enterprise Rent A Car

Microsoft

Port of Seattle

Progressive Insurance

Puget Sound Energy

Seattle Fire Department

Starbucks

T-Mobile

UPS

UW Employment

World Vision

To RSVP for this event, please email careerevents@uw.edu by no later than Monday, April 23rd.

This event is co-sponsored by:

UW Career Center

UW Counseling Center,

Husky United Military Veterans

UW Veterans Center

UW Alumni Association

Veteran Corps

 

Dress to impress in business casual attire.

[event] – FIUTS World to Work Program

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The FIUTS* World to Work Program is happening now! This week long program will be running from April 12th to April 19th, and will feature career workshops for students looking for jobs, workplace tours, and a special networking reception.
Details follow below:

Friday April 13th, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm (Mary Gates Hall room 238)

International student? Thinking about getting a job in the US? This workshop will help international students learn what kind of employment is allowed and how to prepare for a job search in the U.S. Bring your questions! Open to all.

Tuesday April 17th, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (Condon Hall room 511e) 

Want to apply to jobs but don’t know where to start? Attend this workshop led by Stanford alumnus and FIUTS president Greg Siegler. This will be an informative hour on the basics, including resumes/CVs, professional networking, LinkedIn and your online presence, interviewing, and more. Open to all.

 

Thursday April 19th, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm (Johnson Hall room 022) Learn about how to get job opportunities you can’t find by cruising job postings online! This networking workshop for students, led by sought-after Morgan Stanley financial analyst and professional development guru Fortunato Vega, will give attendees the keys to making the right connections to land their dream job. Open to all.

 

Thursday April 19th, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm (Kane Hall, Walker Ames room) Networking reception for students and community professionals to meet, mingle, and exchange information while enjoying light refreshments. Business casual dress code, students, staff, and faculty welcome. RSVP to outreach@fiuts.org to confirm your attendance.

Questions? Contact FIUTS Manager of Community Programs John Charlton by email (john@fiuts.org) or by telephone (206-616-7025).
*FIUTS stands for The Foundation for International Understanding Through Students: http://www.fiuts.org/

[event] – UW Spring Career Fair!

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SPRING CAREER FAIR

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

3-7pm, Hec Ed Pavilion (Alaska Airlines Arena)

Open to all students and alumni!

**Who’s coming?  How do I prepare?**

For a complete list of attending employers and a full-color guide with more detail, as well as great tips on how to prepare – including information on appropriate dress, how to spruce up your resume, and what to expect – visit us online at http://careers.uw.edu/Spring-Career-Fair . 

Attending employers are looking to hire a variety of majors for internship, part-time or full-time career opportunities.  The one thing they all have in common?  They’re looking to hire Huskies.

**But my resume needs help!**

Consider coming to April 9th’s ResumeFest!  – A full day devoted to helping you get your resume ready for the Fair.  Resume review timeslots are available in 15 minute increments between 8:15am – 4:30pm, and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Sign-ups will begin at 8am on April 9th, and are available only in-person at the Career Center (134 Mary Gates Hall).

**Questions?**

Contact careerevents@uw.edu or 206.543.0535