Career Shuttle to Chemonics

Career Shuttle: Chemonics

You are receiving advance notice of this the Career Shuttle to Chemonics, so RSVP if you are interested in attending. This event will be open to ALL students on September 15, 2016. 

Thursday, October 13, 2016

1-5 p.m.

Leave from the University Career Center & The President's Promise (RSVP required!)

Join the University Career Center & The President's Promise on a Career Shuttle to Chemonics, DC! This trip is open to all UMD students, but will be of particular interest to Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors interested in exploring career paths in global or foreign affairs. Student with foreign language skills are also encouraged to attend.

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. 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.

• Business professional attire is encouraged
• All participants must present an official photo ID. 

Space is limited - please RSVP today and reserve 1:00-5:00 p.m. for the site visit. 

RSVP:  http://umd-csm.symplicity.com/sso/students/?s=event&ss=ws&mode=form&id=9e0e8968ff6bbbbefec4f3f78406a7f1

Once you have RSVP'd and received a confirmation email, please plan to meet in the University Career Center & The President's Promise (3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing) at 1:00 p.m. We will depart promptly by bus and return to campus by 5:15 p.m. You will be asked to sign a waiver prior to departure and you must be 18 years or older to consent.

*Once we reach capacity, you will have the opportunity to register for the wait list. Students on the wait list will be emailed on 10-10-2016 and slots will be filled with whoever confirms first.

Learn more:

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 visitwww.chemonics.com.

Questions? Contact Crystal Sehlke, csehlke@umd.edu, Program Director at the University Career Center & The President's Promise.