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February 3, 2003
Contents:
*Workshops and Events
*Vault Guide to Conquering Corporate America for
Women and Minorities
*Institute for International Mediation and Conflict
Resolution (IIMCR), Summer Programs
*Summer Symposium for Graduate Students in International
Affairs
*Columbia Publishing Course
*Monterey Institute of International Studies
*Alumni Connections
*Fellowships and Scholarships
*Jobs and Internships
*eRecruiting
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WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
Choosing a Major Workshop
Tuesday, February 4
4:00-5:30pm
Sayles Hill 253
Resume Workshop
Wednesday, February 5
6:00-7:00pm
Sayles Hill 252
Camp Manito-Wish YMCA
Thursday, February 6
10:00am-2:00pm
Table in Sayles
Internships in Francophone Europe
Thursday, February 6
5:00-6:00pm
Sayles Hill 253
Internships are available for undergraduates and recent graduates.
MN Job and Internship Fair Registration Deadline
Friday, February 7
Sign up in the Career Center by 5:00pm
Non-Profit
Career Fair
Tuesday, February 11
11:00-4:00pm
McNamara Alumni Center, U of M
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
Tuesday, February 11
4:00-5:30pm
Sayles Hill 250
Interview Workshop
Wednesday, February 12
5:00-6:00pm
Sayles Hill 252
MN Job Fair Meeting
Mandatory for Participants
Wednesday, February 12
6:30-7:30pm
Hill Lounge (Upper Sayles)
International Internships Panel
Thursday, February 13
12:00-1:00pm
LDC 104
International Careers Alumni Networking Event
Thursday, February 13
6:00-7:00pm
Alumni Guest House
MN Job and Internship Fair
Tuesday, February 18 and Wednesday, February 19
9:00am-5:00pm
Minneapolis Convention Center
Campbell Interest and Skills Survey
Wednesday, February 19
4:00-5:00pm
Sayles Hill 252
Interview Workshop
Wednesday, February 19
5:00-6:00pm
Sayles Hill 252
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VAULT GUIDE TO CONQUERING CORPORATE AMERICA
FOR WOMEN AND MINORITIES
This guide was written by two minority women, Patricia Kao and Susan
Tien, who have worked in a variety of professional roles in the world,
including management consulting, law, technology, and entertainment.
The guide features interviews of top woman and minority businesspeople,
including CEOs, founders, HR managers, and more. To download this guide,
go to their web
site and login using the password lacnhartford. Click on "Download
Guides" and then scroll down to find the guide you want.
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IIMCR,
SUMMER PROGRAMS
IIMCR's International Symposia provides students with a rare opportunity
to examine and address conflict in a unique learning environment. During
each four-week, academically accredited course, young people from around
the world interact with experts in the field, diplomats, esteemed academics,
and seasoned practitioners. Scholarships are available.
International Student Symposium on Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
July 19-August 16, The Netherlands
Deadline: March 14
This Symposium will explore the phenomenon of conflict by addressing
the most current themes and events in conflict resolution, international
affairs, and international law. Participants will be empowered with
critical knowledge and practical skills to build a new vision for facing
future conflict.
Latin American Student Symposium on Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
June 14-July 12, Mexico
Deadline: February 28
This Symposium will explore the phenomenon of conflict through the lens
of past and present Latin American affairs. Students will gain a nuanced
understanding of Latin American disputes and will develop- through simulation
training -the practical skills and techniques necessary to confront
conflict constructively.
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SUMMER SYMPOSIUM FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS IN INTERNATIONAL
AFFAIRS
Women in International Security (WIIS) Summer Symposium
"The Changing Nature of Peace and War"
Washington, DC
June 5-10, 2003
Application Deadline: March 3
The WIIS Summer Symposium is open to students currently registered in
either a master's or doctoral degree program in any subject or field
relating to international affairs, including international relations,
political science, history, security studies, public policy, conflict
resolution, law, and relevant sciences. Applications can be downloaded
from their web
site. WIIS covers all costs for room, board and the Symposium program.
Please note that for successful candidates, the conference fee is $125.00.
Limited travel fellowships and fee waivers are available for students
who can present a clear case of need.
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COLUMBIA
PUBLISHING COURSE
The Columbia Publishing Course is the premier post-graduate training
program for the publishing profession. The course provides an intensive
introduction to all aspects of book, magazine, and electronic publishing.
This summer's session will run from June 23 through August 1. The deadline
for applications is March 21.
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MONTEREY
INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Monterey Institute of International Studies is a small, private graduate
school that educates students for professional, global careers in international
business, international policy studies, translation and interpretation,
and language teaching. Candidates with a minimum grade point average
of 3.3 are invited to compete for scholarships up to $10,000 per year.
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ALUMNI CONNECTIONS
Conor Weir, '97,wants to encourage Carleton students to apply
for an internship with Little
Brothers Friends of the Elderly (LBFE). LBFE is a non-denominational
nonprofit organization focused on relieving isolation and loneliness
among the elderly. This is really a professional level internship with
the opportunity to develop career skills by working with dedicated professionals
in an organization that is really growing and making a significant difference
in the community. Internship opportunities are in three areas: Program,
direct service to elders; Volunteer, coordinate volunteers to provide
services; Development - generate revenue to help us serve more elders.
LBFE provides health insurance, housing, car insurance (max of $1,000/yr),
monthly stipend of $450, and mileage reimbursement. Also, you can typically
defer student loans when doing an internship with a nonprofit. For more
information, contact, Conor Weir at (612) 721-6215 or via e-mail at
cweir.min@littlebrothers.org.
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FELLOWSHIPS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Amnesty
International USA
Patrick Stewart Human Rights Scholarship
Deadline: March 15
The Patrick Stewart Human Rights Scholarship offers a unique opportunity
for students like you to gain practical experience in the field of human
rights. Amnesty International USA awards these scholarships to student
activists for summer internships or other short-term human rights projects.
Ranging from $300 to $1,800, scholarships can be used for travel, materials,
and other expenses.
Charles
G. Koch Summer Fellow Program
Deadline: February 15
The Institute for Humane Studies is pleased to announce that on-line
applications are now available for their summer internship program in
public policy. The Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow Program provides full-time,
paid internships at a public policy organization in Washington, DC,
where students gain invaluable experience. In addition to an 8-week
internship, the fellowship includes a $1,500 stipend and furnished housing,
travel expenses, two-weeklong seminars on public policy, and career
development workshops.
Herbert
Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship, Washington, DC
Deadline: February 10 for Fall Fellowship
This program that provides college graduates the opportunity to work
in Washington, DC, with a public-interest organization focusing on arms
control and international security issues. Scoville Fellows may undertake
a variety of activities, including research, writing, and organizing
in support of the goals of their host organization and may attend coalition
meetings, policy briefings, and Congressional hearings. Many former
Scoville Fellows are hired either by their host organization or another
group dealing with arms control or peace issues following their fellowships.
The fellowship is offered twice yearly, in the spring and fall. It lasts
from six to nine months and provides a stipend, health insurance, and
travel costs to Washington. The Scoville Fellowship does not award grant
or scholarship money to students.
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships
Deadline: March 5
The Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships program is the world's
largest privately-sponsored international scholarship program. Rotary
International's primary purpose is to find persons with excellent academic
ability who will be "ambassadors of goodwill" while they study abroad.
The Northfield Rotary Club now invites applications for awards to begin
after July 1, 2004. The Northfield Rotary Club can send up to two applicants
to the District where they will compete with at least twenty strong
applicants from other clubs. The scholarships are for one academic year
and provide up to $25,000 for round-trip transportation, tuition and
fees, room, board, necessary educational supplies, and additional language
training (if necessary). Carleton's representative is Steve Kelly, Dean
for Budget an d Planning. Interested students should contact him soon
to arrange a meeting. You can email him at skelly@carleton.edu or call
him at x5411. Remember, awards are for the 2004-2005 academic year.
Normally juniors and seniors apply for the local competition but there
is no age limit for applicants, so you can still apply to a Rotary club
where you live or work after graduation. Steve Kelly can help you find
the necessary names and addresses.
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JOBS AND INTERNSHIPS
Appalachian
Outreach and Samaritan House, TN
Deadline: April 1
Carson-Newman College Campus Ministries is accepting applications for
summer staff members for Appalachian Outreach (a poverty home-repair
ministry) and Samaritan House (a homeless shelter for families and single
women who can stay, as residents, up to 45 days as they look to find
housing, jobs, social services, etc.). Thirteen college students will
be employed to work with these Christian social ministries. Applicants
need to be committed Christians, have experience in home repair (experience
is not required, but helpful), relate well to youth, and be interested
in working with poverty level people. For more information and an application
contact Shannon Washam, Appalachian Outreach, or Jean-Ann Washam, Samaritan
House, at Box 71904, Jefferson City, TN 37760; phone 865-475-5611; or
e-mail at aoutreach@juno.com.
Central
European Teaching Program (CETP)
Deadline: March 15
CETP, part of the World Affairs Center at Beloit College, offers
renewable 10-month contracts for English conversation teachers. Duties
include teaching conversational English to middle school, high school,
or university students, leading 18 to 22 class meetings per week (45
min/class), enhancing students' oral fluency through classroom drills,
games, and listening comprehension work.
The
Foreign Service of the United States
Deadline for April 12 Written Examination: March 5
A career in the Foreign Service can offer excitement, challenge,
and the satisfaction of serving one's country. Five job specialization
areas exist: Administrative, Consular, Economic, Political, and Public
Democracy. Descriptions of the career tracks are available online. Registration
for the mandatory written examination is also available online. There
is no registration fee.
Graduate Public
Service Internship (GPSI), University of Illinois at Springfield
Deadline: March 15
GSPI interns serve a 21-month paid internship at a state agency while
working on their graduate degree at UIS. Forty credit hours are paid
by the program. Students work half time during the regular academic
year and receive a stipend of $850 per month. During the summer, students
work full-time and receive a stipend of $1700 per month.
Northwestern
University, IL
Northwestern University currently has open positions on both the Evanston
and Chicago Campuses. Employment opportunities at Northwestern University
in entry-level positions can provide valuable training and work experience.
The job postings are updated daily. Keep their web site in mind for
future job searches.
The Southern Poverty Law Center, AL
Deadline: April 16
Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator
for the Teaching Tolerance Department. The selected candidate will report
to the Director, Teaching Tolerance, and work in a team environment.
Primary responsibilities include coordinating communications and partnerships
with other equity and education organizations nationwide, extending
and enhancing the program's communication with educators K-16 and facilitating
communication and collaboration among those constituents, and presenting
on behalf of the program at regional and national conferences and other
events. Applicants must have excellent communication skills (including
demonstrated public speaking and writing experience), interest in education
and equity issues, organizing experience or experience in membership
organizations, and must be organized, detail-oriented, flexible, creative
and able to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven
environment. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter,
and two writing samples to: Southern Poverty Law Center, ATTN: Human
Resources, 400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL 36104.
Watson
Institute for International Studies at Brown University, RI
International Education Internship
Deadline: March 15
The Watson Institute International Education Internship has been established
in order to enable one recent college graduate each year to spend a
year working as part of a team focused on increasing international education
at the secondary level. The goal of this internship is to strengthen
international education at the secondary level by contributing to the
core of those in the early stages of a career who share a strong commitment
to the field and a vision for how to foster its growth. It is an expectation
that the International Education Intern will be planning to enter the
field of education at the secondary level. The International Education
Internship is a one-year appointment. Salary will be $1,500/month plus
benefits.
Youth
for Peace and Sustainable Community: Semillero de Futuros, Mexico
Deadline: March 1, 2002 for regular applicants, with notice given by
April 1.
Waiting list applications accepted through April 15, 2001.
The American Friends Service Committee is pleased to announce the 2003
Mexico Summer Project: Youth for Peace and Sustainable Community- Semilleros
de Futuros (Sowing Futures). The aim is to provide a place for youth
from different countries of the Americas, Europe, and the indigenous
communities of Xilitla to work together on community projects, share
from their diverse cultures and experiences, and learn ways to address
the political, ecological and economic challenges of their present and
their future.
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E-RECRUITING
For more information about these listings or to submit your resume,
go to the Career Center's On-Campus
Recruiting page. To access the system, use your e-mail address followed
by the @ sign plus the word "carl" as your username (e.g. smitht@carl)
and the word "career" as your password.
Monday, February 3
Green Corps (Field Organizer)-Resume Deadline
Wednesday, February 12
Georgetown University (Director, Women's Center)-Resume Deadline
Friday, February 14
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (Behavior Therapist)-Resume
Deadline
Saturday, February 15
Jesuit Volunteer Corps (Jesuit Volunteer)-Resume Deadline
Department of the Navy (Centralized Financial Management Trainee)-Resume
Deadline
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