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No matter how you're feeling, we want you to know that next week's Virtual Career Fair is a first for ALL of us so we're all in this together! In preparation, we've assembled a helpful line-up of resources for you and hope that you'll take the time to invest in your preparation so you can put your best (digital) foot forward at the Career Fair!Read more
ECS: How to Prepare for the Fair in 5 Easy Steps!
Researching Companies: Where To Start
Posted 12:00 pm, Fri., July 24th
We’ll never have as much time to prepare for the fall career fair as we do right now during the summer. Have you ever been advised to make sure you do your research on a company before visiting them at the booth? But how exactly do you do that? Keep on reading to find out!Read more
Resource: Forbes - How to Make the Most of Informational Interviews
Posted 5:00 pm, Fri., July 10, 2020
Looking for new opportunities to expand your professional network? Be brave and reach out to a family member, friend, or an alum to gain valuable insight into new career paths. Check out Forbes' article about how you can make the most of informational interviews: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinecastrillon/2020/06/21/how-to-make-the-most-of-informational-interviews/#74abc9dd60f6Read more
How to Spend the Second Half of Your Summer
Posted 12:00 PM, Fri., June 26, 2020
This summer is certainly a unique one for many students given all of the changes that we’ve endured because of COVID-19. Still, a cancelled internship doesn’t mean that you have to stop growing. As we approach the second half of summer, you might be looking for new activities to continue to grow as an engineer, scientist, or student. Here are a few examples to help you out:Read more
Posted 5:06 pm; Mon., June 8, 2020
Looking for some new ways to gain global experience? Check out the International Programs in Engineering (IPENG) resource for virtual global experiences here:
https://students.grainger.illinois.edu/IPENG/virtual-internships/?edit=1Read more
Article: NY Times - ItÔÇÖs Not Too Late to Get a Virtual Internship
Posted 8:17 am, Fri., May 29, 2020
Although internships this summer may be a bit different than before, it's not impossible to secure a position. The NY Times offers some great insights into how students can utilize their current network and resources to get a virtual internship. See the article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/27/well/family/virtual-summer-internship-college-students-coronavirus.htmlRead more
ECS partners with Parker Dewey for Micro-Internships!
Posted 3:05 pm, Wed., May 28, 2020
Engineering Career Services is proud to partner with Parker Dewey to offer students new opportunities for career exploration. Create your free account and start working on projects through one of the many Micro-Internships available through the site.
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Opportunity: We CU Community Engaged Scholars
Posted 11:13 am, Mon, May 18, 2020
From the Siebel Center for Design:
We are launching this summer scholars program to empower University of Illinois students to respond to community needs and challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Scholars will receive the following: A new community-based project matched to your interests, or support for existing projects, that can be completed remotely Tools for tracking service hours and activities Online training and support Opportunity to apply for mini grants to offset costs associated with service activities Honor and recognition for completing at least 40 hours of service during the 10-week summer program Read more
Opportunity: COVID-19 Business Fellowship Program (CBFP)
Posted 1:04 pm, Mon., May 18, 2020
Looking for professional experience this summer? COVID-19 Business Fellowship Program (CBFP) was co-created by 2018 Gies (and T&M) alum Alex Littleton and 2018 LAS alum Walker Post.Read more
Blog - How to Navigate your Remote Internship
Posted 9:00 am, Fri., May 8, 2020
You did the work, you participated in the interviews, you got the offer, and accepted! Then, you got the letter. Not the one with all the details of when and where to go for day one, and who you would be meeting with, but the letter saying that while your internship was intact, it is now going to be remote. How do you get ready for a remote internship? How do you make a positive impression? Here are three ways to get off to a great start. Read more
Blog - Tips for Succeeding in a Virtual Internship
Posted 12:05 pm, Fri., May 8, 2020
Virtual internships may not have been on your mind five months ago, but they are great opportunities to gain valuable skills and experiences for your future career. Due to COVID-19, many employers have switched their in-person internships to virtual ones, so it’s important to know what you can do to be prepared for success. Read more
THINKChicago R├®sum├® Book - May 22 deadline!
Posted 11:33 am, Wednesday, May 6, 2020
From their website:
DEADLINE EXTENDED:
Friday, May 22, 2020 - 5:00 PM central time
WHY WE'RE LAUNCHING A RESUME BOOK : as students and local companies navigate these challenging and unprecedented times due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we understand that current public health guidelines have severely limited on-campus recruiting and other campus programming. We want to help university students explore career opportunities and directly connect with future employers about job opportunities and internships, especially for those students who want to work for a Chicago tech and innovation company.Read more
Resource: Navigating COVID-19 for Job Seekers
Posted 11:45 am, Monday, April 27, 2020
In this comprehensive resource, find listings for jobs, internships, and relevant updates regarding employment, networking, and finance during COVID-19.
Navigating COVID-19 for Job SeekersRead more
Blog - 10 Tips to Ace Your Upcoming Virtual Interview
Posted 11:40 AM, Fri., March 27, 2020
Over the past several years, career services across the nation have seen an increase in virtual interviews for students. Given recent events and the ever-changing circumstances surrounding COVID-19, more and more employers are substituting in-person interviews with virtual interviews. Prepare yourself with these helpful tips below, and you’ll be able to log into your next interview, brimming with confidence! Read more