Monday, April 6, 2020

Opportunities for Students and Recent Graduates


Opportunities for Students and Recent Graduates
April 2020




Deadline:          April 1, 2020
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Minority students in junior or senior year of college or in graduate school with min. 3.0 GPA pursuing a career in the environmental profession
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Female students in Jr or Sr year of college or in graduate school with min. 3.0 GPA pursuing a career in the environmental profession
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    GLBTQ students in Jr or Sr year of college or in graduate school with min. 3.0 GPA pursuing a career in the environmental profession
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Students in junior or senior year of college or in graduate school with min. 3.0 GPA pursuing a career in environmental engineering or one of the environmental Sciences
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Visit site for details
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Undergraduate minority student and student member of GSA interested in geosciences
Deadline:          May 15, 2020
Awarded To:    College junior or senior & enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe studying accounting, banking, finance, human resources, information technology, or management and administration
Deadline:          June 1, 2020
Awarded To:    African American undergraduate students enrolled in scientific or technical fields at select HBCUs
Deadline:          June 15, 2020
Awarded To:    High School graduate or equivalency credential and demonstrated financial need
Deadline:          June 15, 2020
Awarded To:    Undergraduate or graduate students members of AAUS engaged in a research project in which diving is an important research tool
Deadline:          June 30, 2020
Awarded To:    Full-time undergraduate student at a two or four-year HACU-member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico with any major and a minimum 3.0 GPA
Deadline:          July 6, 2020
Awarded To:    Enrolled full-time as a sophomore, junior or graduate student at a four-year HACU-Member institution in the U.S. or Puerto Rico with a major in science, technology, engineering, ARTS, and math and a min 3.0 GPA; first generation students strongly encouraged to apply.
Deadline:          July 6, 2020
Awarded To:    Students of Latino descent attending a HACU member institution
Deadline:          July 6, 2020
Awarded To:    Children and spouses of U.S. military personnel
Deadline:          April 15, 2020
Awarded To:    High school seniors, students with GEDs, undergraduate college & vocational or trade school students 25 or younger with minimum 2.0 GPA interested in pursuing higher education
Deadline:          April 30, 2020
Awarded To:    Young Leaders (13-22) in USA, Mexico, Canada and some Caribbean islands making strides in the environmental movement
Deadline:          May 1, 2020
Awarded To:    All Residents of all U.S. States who will be attending college in NY or CT as well as residents of NY or CT who will be attending college anywhere in the U.S.
Deadline:          May 1, 2020




Featured Opportunities

WHThe White House Internship Program

Fall 2020 Applications Available

The Fall 2020 White House Internship Program application is now open (Link to application: https://www.whitehouse.gov/get-involved/internships/apply/).
The application portal will remain open until 11:59 PM EDT on Friday, April 24, 2020. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
The Fall 2020 White House Internship Program term runs from Wednesday, September 16 to Friday, December 11, 2020. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age by the internship program start date and must be able to commit to the full internship term to be eligible.
Additionally, applicants must be United States citizens and meet at least one of the following criteria to apply:
  • Are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) and have completed two semesters prior to the internship start date.
  • Have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a college, community college, or university (two-to-four year institution) no more than two years before the internship program start date.
  • Are a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who possesses a high school diploma or its equivalent and has served on active duty—for any length of time—in the two years preceding the internship program start date.
The White House Internship Program is highly competitive. Applicants are selected based on their demonstrated commitment to public service, leadership in the community, and commitment to the Trump Administration. Questions about the White House Internship Program application can be directed to intern_application@who.eop.gov. More information, including details about placements in the White House Internship Program and a list of frequently asked questions, can be found on the White House website: https://www.whitehouse.gov/participate/internships.


AWS Info Session
To RSVP for this Information Session email: Elyse.Jones@ed.gov

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Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Diversity Outreach Intern - Soil and Water Division
DCR's Diversity Outreach Internships were created to bring greater diversity to the environmental field. The internships offer college undergraduate students the opportunity to be introduced to a career in environmental and natural resources protection.
For more information and to apply:  http://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/postings/183240


(High School) Virginia Tech Black College Institute
The Black College Institute is a 5-day academic summer enrichment program on Virginia Tech's main campus in Blacksburg Virginia. It hosts talented, high-achieving and academically curious rising high school juniors and seniors.  For more information and to apply:  https://vt.edu/admissions/black-college-institute.html


Bruce W. Hotchkiss Memorial Scholarship
The scholarships are available to high school seniors and college students who are studying for a career in agriculture and have maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher at the student’s current learning institution.  The scholarships are open to residents of Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and New Jersey.  For more information and to apply:  https://americanfarmpublications.com/2020-hotchkiss-scholarship/







FREE WEBINARS HOSTED BY THE U.S. OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
If you or someone you know is interested in working for the federal government, then the following webinars will be of interest. All sessions are free. However, they are limited to 1,500 participants each.   All times are Eastern.

 

Writing Your Federal Resume

Interested in a Federal Government job and learning from the experts? The staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) will present an in-depth webinar that provides attendees with the tips and tools needed to write a competitive Federal resume.
April 14, 2020, 3:00 p.m.             REGISTER
April 29, 2020, 1:30 p.m.             REGISTER
May 12, 2020. 11:00 a.m.            REGISTER
May 27, 2020, 1:30 p.m.              REGISTER

 

Navigating USAJOBS – Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs

Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an in-depth webinar that provides a step-by-step process for navigating USAJOBS. We cover job searching, creating your account/profile, reviewing Job Opportunity Announcements, applying, and application status.
April 15, 2020, 3:00 p.m.             REGISTER
April 21, 2020, 1:30 p.m.             REGISTER
May 5, 2020, 11:00 a.m.             REGISTER

 

Interviewing

Join the staff of the Recruitment Policy and Outreach (RPO) division of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), for an in-depth webinar on the Federal Government interview process. It explains the types of interviews, delivery methods, common questions, responding using the S.T.A.R. (Situation/Task, Action, Result) method and preparing for an interview.
April 7, 2020, 11:00 a.m.             REGISTER
April 29, 2020, 2:00 p.m.             REGISTER
May 14, 2020, 11:00 a.m.            REGISTER
May 26, 2020, 1:00 p.m.              REGISTER







For a current list of USDA internships for current students click here.


USAJOBS Help Center Tip: How do I set up automatic notifications for future job announcements?







The recent graduate program is for those who have graduated, within the past two years, from a qualifying educational institution or certificate program.
The recent graduate program offers career development with training and mentorship.
You must apply within two years of getting your degree or certificate (veterans have up to six years to apply due to their military service obligation).


For a current list of USDA recent graduate opportunities click here.


USAJOBS Help Center Tip: How do I set up automatic notifications for future job announcements?






Three TRIO SSS Student Receive Goodwin College of Education Merit Scholarship

The following three TRIO SSS students received the Goodwin College of Education Merit Scholarship.


--Kun Li

--Zahra Sajwani

--Marisela Palma Barraza



Congratulations!!

Friday, April 3, 2020

Finding Balance: Self-Care & Time Management Skills For Stress Reduction

Who: Josh Novick, TRIO SSS Peer Coach
When: Friday, April 10 at 1PM
Where: meet.google.com/cmy-wefx-fjv

This virtual session examines how important self-care is and how it relates to time management. There are 168 hours each week. With classes, work, activities, study, and free time, planning becomes essential to get things done. A variety of strategies will be offered in order to cater to different types of students and benefit anyone who would like to sharpen their organization methods and time management skills.


Free GRE Preparation Course in Summer 2020

Planning to apply for graduate school? Need to take the GRE General Test?

The SCSE and the McNair Scholars Program are offering a free GRE Preparation Course this summer. If you're interested in learning more, please complete the form at the link below and we will share the details once we have them. Thank you!

Link:
Questions? Email scse@neiu.edu.

--
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

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Alexis Smith Lands Internship In DC

Congratulations to TRIO SSS student Alexis Smith for landing a fantastic internship in Washington, DC. Best of luck, Alexis!!

Message from Alexis

I am ecstatic to announce that as of March 31 I have been selected and accepted the offers as Public Affairs-Hallman at the office of currency in Washington DC through the HACU program!!!

I would like to thank all the TRIO SSS staff for their support throughout my experience in the program, but I want to give a special shout out to my counselor, Erin, who helped me with the application process! 

Join the TRIO program, you will not regret it!