Employer Site Visits- sponsored by the University Career Center

Chemonics International Information Session (Site Visit) 
Friday, October 12, 2012 • 10:30AM - 12:00PM
Location: Washington, DC

Chemonics International has over 35 years in the international development field. We pride ourselves on being an industry leader and employer of choice for individuals interested in international development work. Chemonics will be offering an Information Session on site for UMD students who have an interest in the field of International Development. The session will provide an overview of our work, information on the Entry-Level Professional program, working as a consultant, and how one can join our team. Students will also have a chance to ask questions of UMD alumni who are currently employed by Chemonics.

A career at Chemonics is more than a job. It’s about helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives. It’s about actively pursuing and sharing knowledge that benefits the development field. And it’s about knowing you can make a difference in the world. Founded in 1975, Chemonics now works in more than 130 countries across the globe. Our projects span five continents and most sectors of international development.

 

Chemonics is always looking for new talent. Whether through our Entry- level Professional program (ELP) or as a consultant in the field, Chemonics hires and orients new employees for meaningful careers as versatile development professionals. We seek career-minded individuals with long-term interests in international development. We’re also looking for enthusiasm, commitment to teamwork, and integrity. Above all, we’re looking for people interested in applying their skills, knowledge, and experience toward every aspect of international development.

A career at Chemonics means managing projects across the globe in: • Agriculture • Conflict and Disaster Management • Democracy and Governance • Education • Environmental Services • Financial Services • Gender • Health • Management Solutions for Development • Private Sector Development

 

Come and learn about joining our team! For more information on Chemonics International please visit www.chemonics.com.

*There are a limited number of spots available for this site visit, so RSVP below to secure your spot.

RSVP for this event:  www.careercenter.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3219

For additional information about this event: contact Crystal Sehlke at csehlke@umd.edu

 

 

 

Career Shuttle: Wolf Trap Student Field Trip
Friday, October 19, 2012 • 11:30AM - 04:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3100 Hornbake Library)

The University Career Center & The President's Promise sponsors opportunities for students to visit employer sites from various industries. Seats on the shuttle are limited-- RSVP today!

 

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION: The Wolf Trap Internship Program has been rated "One of the best internships" by Businessweek and "One of America's Top 100 internships" by the Princeton Review. The program is designed to provide meaningful hands-on training and experience in the areas of arts administration, education, and technical theatre. Internships vary by season, but are frequently offered in the following areas: Communications and Marketing, Education, Development, Special Events and Donor Relations. Fall, spring, and summer opportunities are available (the deadline for the spring is November 1 and the deadline for the summer is March 1). To learn more, please visit: http://www.wolftrap.org/Education/Internships_for_College_Students.aspx

This field trip is open to undergraduate and graduate students from all majors.

 

APPROPRIATE ATTIRE: Minimum attire for ALL trips is business casual unless otherwise specified.

 

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Seats are limited. Please RSVP below. If your plans change and you cannot attend, please contact Kate Juhl immediately at kjuhl@umd.eduor 301.314.4040 so that your seat can be given to someone else.

Please arrive promptly to the lobby of the University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) at 11:30 am. We will travel together by bus and return to campus around 4 pm.

RSVP for this event: www.careercenter.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3376

 

 

 

CMNS OR ENGR Double Majors:

CAREER SHUTTLE: NSA Student Field Trip 
Friday, October 26, 2012 • 12:00PM - 05:00PM
Location: Meet in the lobby of the University Career Center & The President’s Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing)

The University Career Center & The President’s Promise sponsors opportunities for students to visit employer sites from various industries. Seats on the shuttle are limited.

 

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION: The National Security Agency (NSA) is home to America's codemakers and codebreakers. The National Security Agency has provided timely information to U.S. decision makers and military leaders for more than half a century.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A SEAT: Individuals should be freshmen, sophomore or junior standing within CMNS and ENGR. Individuals must also be US citizens.

APPROPRIATE ATTIRE: Minimum attire for ALL trips is business casual unless otherwise specified.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Seats are limited. Note that once you RSVP below, you will be sent a second email (aside from the original confirmation email) if selected.

RSVP for this event: www.careercenter.umd.edu/events_description.cfm?event_id=3353