Friday, January 31, 2020

COBM Career Fair And Workshops

Please mark your calendars for the following upcoming Spring 2020 College of Business and Management and Computer Science Career Fair events!

Thursday, February 20, 2020
1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall

Career Fair Prep Workshop
Presented by Lynette Correa-Velez, Assistant Director of Career Development
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in CBM 149

Tips for Career Fair and Job Search Success
Presented by Peterson Technology Partners
Thursday, February 13, 2020
3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in CBM 149
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College of Business and Management
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-6102
Fax: (773) 442-6110
 
www.neiu.edu/cobm
 
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NEIUCOBM
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/NEIU-College-Business-Management-4332509/about

Monday, January 27, 2020

CTA Offering Paid Internships

The Chicago Transit Authority is hiring students to fill several paid internships, both summer and year-long.  These internships are all paid with range of  $12 - $17 per hour.  Opportunities include part-time (15 hours a week) during the school year, and full-time (40 hours a week) during the summer.  Applicants, if hired, must comply with CTA's residency ordinance (the metropolitan area of Cook County).
 
The application deadline is Wednesday, February 5th.  Visit the CTA website  for more information and application instructions: https://chicagotransit.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl
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College of Business and Management
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-6102
Fax: (773) 442-6110
 
www.neiu.edu/cobm
 
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NEIUCOBM
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/NEIU-College-Business-Management-4332509/about

Study Abroad in The Hague, Netherlands

For information about Keith Sherin International, National Student Leadership, Keith Sherin Global Leaders and the Wolanin Internship, please download the Student Opportunties brochure Document is available for download (.pdf).

Keith Sherin Global Leaders

Keith Sherin Global Leaders Program in The Hague, Netherlands — COE, ECHO Expertise Center for Diversity Policy, and The Hague University of Applied Sciences will co-sponsor 20 TRIO students for a three-week study abroad experience as part of the Keith Sherin Global Leaders program. The Summer 2020 program will take place June 26 thru July 18, 2020, in The Hague, Netherlands, and applications are due to COE by February 1, 2020. Students must be current participants in TRIO SSS and McNair programs, and the programs must be institutional members of COE. Applications for the program are available here Document is available for download (.pdf) and the program announcement is available here Document is available for download (.pdf).
For more information, please contact Holly Hexter at (202) 347-7430 or (holly.hexter@coenet.org) with any questions.
Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship
Position Summary — The Thomas R. Wolanin Congressional Internship Document is available for download (.pdf) is designed to provide individuals who are in the first generation of their families to graduate from college with an opportunity to observe the federal policy-making process first-hand and to participate in that process
Primary Responsibilities — Researching legislation; attending and summarizing meetings, briefings and hearings; drafting talking points and memos; and providing support to Congressional staff.
Qualifications, Stipend, and Timing of the Internship — For more information about these, please see the flyer Document is available for download (.pdf).
Application Process — Each candidate for the Wolanin internship must be nominated by a current or former staff member of a TRIO program. In addition to the application form, the candidate must also submit a letter explaining his/her interest in policy and in the internship, undergraduate transcripts, a resume, and a letter of support from a faculty member.
Applications are due by January 31, 2019; applicants will be notified of their status by mid-April 2019. At the time, the scheduling of the internship will be finalized. The Council for Opportunity in Education is responsible for securing the internship placement. The application is available for download in Word Document is available for download (.doc) and Adobe Document is available for download (.pdf) format.
For internship questions, please contact Holly Hexter via e-mail (holly.hexter@coenet.org) or phone at (202) 347-7430.

National Student Leadership Congress

Each year, the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) hosts the National Student Leadership Congress in Washington, D.C., for first-generation high school students from TRIO programs across the United States and territories. Talent Search, Upward Bound, and Upward Bound Math/Science students serve as delegates in an intensive 6-day leadership experience through participation in a Mock Congress Competition, Diversity and Inclusion Training, Interactive Learning Lab, Monument Tour, and a day on Capitol Hill.
Click here for a recap of the 2019 National Student Leadership Congress.
The 31st Annual National Student Leadership Congress will be held at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., from Saturday, June 13-18, 2020. A brochure may be downloaded here Document is available for download (.pdf). Nomination forms are available here.
Upon completion of this form, nominators will receive a student application form, which is due to the Council for Opportunity in Education by March 1. For more information, please contact Justis Lopez at (justis.lopez@coenet.org).

Paid Research Opportunity in Yucatan Peninsula

Hello,

I wanted to let you know about an undergraduate summer research opportunity for students that I am working on.  The program, Water Quality and Resources in the Yucatan Peninsula, is paid National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates program that takes place in Dekalb, Illinois (at NIU) and in Mexico.   This is the fourth year we are running the program, and we've accepted an NEIU student into the program every year so far.

Here is a link to the website for the program:  https://www.niu.edu/ese/reu/index.shtml where you can find information about program dates, stipends, how to apply and available projects this year.  We have a range of projects, so the program is open to a wide variety of majors.  The projects this year are:

Organic Pollution of Groundwater
Impact of Groundwater Extraction on the Coastal Aquifer
Groundwater Geochemistry
Environmental Risk Perception
Microplastic Pollution

Applications are due February 1st!  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks, 

 Dr.Voglesonger 

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Kenneth Voglesonger

Director, Student Center for Science Engagement
BBH235
Phone: (773)-442-5438

Associate Professor, Earth Science Department & Environmental Science Program
Northeastern Illinois University
BBH-225E
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-6053

Multiple Internship Opportunities


--North River Commission Internship Opportunities: More Information.

--Intern For Congressman Mike Quigley. More Information.

--V3 Company Needs Field Technicians. More Information.

--Intern For State Senator Ram Villivalam: More Information.

--Intern For Chicago Alderman James Cappleman: More Information.

--Intern For JLL Capital Markets: More Information.

--NEIU Alumni Association Internship-Scholarship: Apply by 3/1. More Information.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Latino Heritage Internship Program: Apply by Feb 7

The National Park Service's Latino Heritage Internship Program (LHIP) is designed to advance employment and community engagement opportunities with an emphasis on cultural resource stewardship and interpretation and  to help to expand NPS outreach into Latino communities nationally and develop partnerships. 

The program is open to individuals 18 - 30 and military veterans up to age 35 or younger who are enrolled at an accredited educational qualifying institution.

They are looking for students who have relevant experience or a strong interest in areas such as  history, historic preservation, public history, museum studies, archaeology, environmental issues,  community relations, cultural interpretation,  anthropology or other related fields who ideally have bilingual skills (fluent in Spanish/English) and social media skills. 

Those selected as interns will receive a weekly stipend of $400 based on a 40-hour work week, plus a commuting stipend. Local or park housing and travel expenses will be provided for out-of-state students.  

Here is a link to many of the available internships https://latinoheritageintern.com/index.php/ai which includes this opportunity right around the corner at Indiana Dunes National Park https://latinoheritageintern.com/index.php/ai/191-indiana-dunes-national-park  where its clear they are interested in hiring someone with connections to Latino communities in the greater Chicago area. 

There are also additional internships available through this program at this site hosted by the Hispanic Access Foundation  http://www.manoproject.org/internships

Please share with students who might find of interest. Its sounds like a great program that could help expand professional opportunities for our students. Many thanks!

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 P.M. EST February 7, 2020. Top candidates will be selected for interviews in late February and early March. Placement decisions and assignments will generally be made during the month of March.  

UNCF Corporate Scholars Program: Apply by 2/17

The application window for the UNCF Corporate Scholars Program is now open. This competitive summer 2020 internship and scholarship application process is being facilitated by the United Negro College fund. 

Business and computer science majors with a GPA of 3.0 and above are encouraged to apply.  The application deadline is February 17, 2020.  For more information, please see the link and information below.

Distinguished Lecture Series: Richard P. MontaƱez


Tuesday, January 21, 2020

List of Internships: Check Application Deadlines


Natural Sciences Majors:

The Student Center for Science Engagement will soon be accepting applications for Summer Research and Professional Training Program.

Please see below regarding the important dates for both faculty and students, and mark your calendars if you are thinking of applying for a position this summer. Student applications are released on Monday, January 27th.
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The National Institutes of Health MARC (Maximizing Access to Research Careers) U-STAR Program at Northeastern Illinois University is currently accepting student applications for four MARC Scholar appointments starting in June 2020. To be considered, please apply by 11:59 p.m., March 8, 2020.
The MARC program supports and prepares juniors and seniors interested in pursuing Ph.D. programs in the biomedical and behavioral sciences upon graduation from Northeastern. This program is not intended to fund students interested in obtaining just a medical degree.
Benefits:
·  High-quality preparation for fully funded Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs
·  A $13,000 annual stipend for two years
·  Up to 100 percent tuition/fees waiver at Northeastern
Eligibility:
·  Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
·  Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
·  Applicants are required to complete a Mathematical and Statistical Modeling minor as part of their training.
Application, all unofficial transcripts, and one letter of recommendation may be submitted online at the MARC website.
For more information, please contact Dr. Breckie Church at rbchurch@neiu.edu.
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For a Variety of Majors/Emphasis in Natural Sciences:
The HACU National Internship Program (HNIP)
"Opening Doors of Opportunity - Abriendo Puertas de Oportunidad"
Whether you are a student looking for an internship or a federal agency or corporation looking for an intern, we feel confident that we can help you in your pursuit.  We are always in search of the best and the brightest to fill our many internship opportunities.  We are also looking to partner with government and corporate sector organizations interested in developing the next generation of dedicated public servants and business leaders.
Our website contains information about our mission, upcoming program dates and deadlines, and ideas about how to get involved with our organization.  Thank you for your interest in the HACU National Internship Program!  
For information on HACU's Corporate Internship ­Program, please click here.
To see a listing of opportunities available please click here: https://www.hacu.net/hacu/Internship_Opportunities.asp 
Apply for 2020 internships, please click here: https://www.hacu.net/hacu/Apply_Online.asp.

For Business/Accounting/Finance Majors:
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, www.chicagolandchamber.org, is seeking candidates for an internship in Accounting.  Please see below for details about the job description and application instructions.
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There is an opportunity for NEIU students to attend and participate in the Future Finance Leaders Program at Oracle’s Modern Business Experience in March at McCormick Place.

Participating students will attend a dedicated session on Monday afternoon to orient them to the conference and introduce them to executive Oracle employees in their relative field of study. This session will be an excellent networking opportunity with our senior-level leadership teams.

Please see below regarding details the program and includes the link to the application. After the dedicated opening session on Monday, the students are welcome to enjoy the conference as a regular attendee.

JLL Capital Markets is seeking candidates for paid internships in their Chicago office during the spring semester.  The hours per week vary and are flexible with the candidate’s class schedule, usually around 20 hours per week.  The application link and a company profile are provided below.
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The Circle of Service Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides monetary grants to organizations in the areas of community services, Jewish community, education and medical research. It was founded in 1997 and has since worked to support great organizations to enhance community, opportunity and well-being. Foundation staff are primarily tasked with implementing grantmaking strategies outlined by the Foundation’s board. This includes understanding the need in the community, identifying opportunities for investment, conducting due diligence on an organization’s outcomes and overall sustainability and bringing recommendations to the board for their review. 
The summer intern position will assist staff with the development of grant programs.

Information on how to apply may be found below. Deadline for applications is January 24, 2020.

Please see below for more details: 


Government/Politics:
Career Development is hosting a Government Internship Panel on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm in SU 214. We invite students, faculty, and staff to learn about internship opportunities available at the federal, state, and local levels of government through a discussion panel and Q&A session. Confirmed panelists as of now include representatives from the offices of Senator Tammy Duckworth, Congressman Mike Quigley, and Illinois Senator Ram Villivalam. We anticipate that representatives from local government and neighborhood agencies will also be involved.
See below for more details.
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The Lime Connect Fellowship Program For Students with Disabilities is our flagship program in the U.S. designed for highly accomplished rising university juniors.

This prestigious program kicks off with a trip to our Leadership & Development Symposium in New York City this summer for professional development training, access to our U.S. corporate partners and potential Summer 2021 internships. Upon completion of the program, Fellows will join the lifelong experience of the Lime Connect Fellows community, where they will receive ongoing support and mentoring, continued professional development, community, and networking opportunities throughout their careers.

2020 Lime Connect Fellowship Program Eligibility Requirements:
·  A current sophomore at a four-year university in the United States
·  Continuing studies as a full-time student for the 2020 - 2021 academic year
·  Eligible to work in the United States
·  A person with a (visible or invisible) disability.*
Lime Connect Fellow Benefits:
·  Participation in an expense-paid Leadership & Development Symposium in New York City
·  Access to Lime Connect's partner companies (BloombergGoldman SachsGoogleJPMorgan Chase & Co., MicrosoftPwC and Unilever) via networking events, career workshops & more for potential Summer 2021 internships
·  Ongoing professional development, coaching, and mentoring for internship and career success
·  Lifelong benefits of The Lime Connect Fellows Network
·  Further development of Lime Connect's Fellowship Program and mentoring for future Fellows classes
**This is a two-part application. The first round of applications are due by Sunday, March 1st at midnight PST and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Selected semi-finalists will be required to submit additional essays (by Sunday, March 29th) and a letter of recommendation (by Sunday, April 5th).  



Friday, January 17, 2020

COBM Career Fair 2/20 in Alumni Hall


The Spring 2020 COBM/CS Career Fair will be on Thursday, February 20th from 1:00 pm. to 4:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall.  More details to follow.


College of Business and Management
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-6102
Fax: (773) 442-6110

www.neiu.edu/cobm

Facebook: www.facebook.com/NEIUCOBM
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/NEIU-College-Business-Management-4332509/about

Soil Conservationists Needed

Greetings,

The USDA Natural Resources and Conservation Service recently announced a Direct Hire vacancy announcement for Soil Conservationist positions throughout the State of Iowa. Applicants must have at least 30 semester hours in a natural resource or agricultural field, including at least 12 semester hours in a combination of soils and crops or plant science. Please share the following vacancy with interested students and recent graduates. https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/554432300

Should anyone need assistance with their application on USA Jobs, they are more than welcome to contact me.

Thank you,
Julio

USDA-Color-seal-COC-
Julio C. Puentes
USDA Liaison
Office of Partnerships & Public Engagement
United States Department of Agriculture
Phone: 773-442-4235

Science In Action Summer Training Program: Apply By 2/7


Dear students,

The USDA-Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Pacific West Area (PWA) is partnering with four-year Minority Serving Institutions to offer highly qualified students professional experience through our newly established “Science in Action” summer training program. This unique training program provides students the opportunity to study with world-renowned scientists in the USDA-ARS-PWA to gain hands-on experience working on cutting edge research in many areas including: Food Science, Crop Production, Plant Genetics and Breeding, Entomology, Natural Resources, Bioproducts, and Engineering. This is a fully funded 8-week summer internship.  Based on successful completion of the first  year, students may have an option to complete a second 8-week internship the following summer.

Internships may be offered in the following states: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, & Washington

Students are required to complete an application, including a current resume, official transcripts and two letters of recommendation.

Application deadline is February 7, 2020Any students interested in applying, please have them contact Julio Puentes at julio.puentes@usda.gov for a copy of the application.

Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions. Thank you!

Best,
Julio


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Julio C. Puentes
USDA Liaison
Office of Partnerships & Public Engagement
United States Department of Agriculture
Phone: 773-442-4235

Applications Being Accepted For Four MARC Scholar Appointments

The National Institutes of Health MARC (Maximizing Access to Research Careers) U-STAR Program at Northeastern Illinois University is currently accepting student applications for four MARC Scholar appointments starting in June 2020. To be considered, please apply by 11:59 p.m., March 8, 2020.

The MARC program supports and prepares juniors and seniors interested in pursuing Ph.D. programs in the biomedical and behavioral sciences upon graduation from Northeastern. This program is not intended to fund students interested in obtaining just a medical degree.
Benefits:
  • High-quality preparation for fully funded Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. programs
  • A $13,000 annual stipend for two years
  • Up to 100 percent tuition/fees waiver at Northeastern
Eligibility:
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
  • Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Applicants are required to complete a Mathematical and Statistical Modeling minor as part of their training.
Application, all unofficial transcripts, and one letter of recommendation may be submitted online at the MARC website.

For more information, please contact Dr. Breckie Church at rbchurch@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Dorina Bizhga, MARC U-STAR, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.

Presenters Needed For TRIO Leading & Learning Week March 2-6

Dear students,

We hope the beginning of your semester is off to a good start!  At NEIU, we at TRIO SSS are preparing for our Spring 2020 TRIO SSS Leading and Learning Week, which will take place from Monday, March 2nd to Friday, March 6th. The program’s theme is "Leading and Learning: Preparing Students for Success in their Education, Career and Life."  


We would love for you to present at our event and encourage you to share this information with your colleagues who may be interested in presenting.  

If you need help developing a presentation, TRIO advisors are ready to assist you.


Please follow this link for more information and to submit a presentation proposal:


DEADLINE: Friday, January 31st, 2020


Thank you for your continued support of TRIO students!


Best Regards, 

William Escalante and Rachel Schaffnit
TRIO Leading and Learning Week Co-Coordinators

William Escalante, Academic Advisor

TRIO Student Support Services - Achieve Program
Northeastern Illinois University
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: (773) 442-4976

Want To Work Overseas? Peace Corps Visiting NEIU Feb 6 & 7

The Peace Corps is planning a Spring visit to Northeastern on Thursday, February 6th ( 9:00- 12:30 p.m.)-  Friday, February 7th (9:00- 6:00 p.m.).  

The purpose of this visit is to:

-          Strengthen Peace Corps’ relationship with the Northeastern Illinois University, specifically with professors who are interested in sharing college to career resources to their students, and
-          Share Peace Corps opening positions for, but not limited to December and May graduates

Peace Corps offers post-graduate opportunities for interested parties willing to work overseas for 27-months expanding on their collegiate experience and building professional development skills that are transferrable in the corporate, federal government, private and public sectors. 

We have openings that offer opportunities compatible to a multitude of degrees and majors along with great benefits, including full medical and dental coverage and graduate school assistantships.   
My strategy in connecting is to have a brief meetings with professors and/or Department Chairs to share who we are as an agency and the resources we have to support Northeastern’s graduating students in the work force on a global platform. My goal is to engage with professors who will be willing to host me for informational sessions, class talks and/or collaborate on facilitating subject specific forums. From here an invitation will be extended to all students to connect with me in either small groups or 1:1 on campus to review resumes and identify a Peace Corps opening suitable to their skills and passion. An idea of a campus –wide engagement- in the spirit of Black History Month, I can facilitate a "Being Black and Abroad" forum, sharing the benefits of Peace Corps service. All I would need a faculty member willing to support the event by assisting with securing a room with A/V connections, sharing and encouraging students to attend as well as getting the word out to other departments on campus.

If you are interested or may know of a faculty that would be interested, please reply-all and share how and when I can be of service. As always, I want maximize my time on campus and share resources beneficial to the growth of Northeastern Illinois’ students. If you have any questions feel free to reach out.

I look forward to seeing you all soon,


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Natalie Felton
Senior Diversity Recruiter
Pronouns: She/Hers/Her
Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection
Chicago Regional Recruitment Office
230 S. Dearborn Street Suite 2020
Chicago, IL 60604
nfelton@peacecorps.gov