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November 2009

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Tuesday the 24th from noon-1pm at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

11/24/2009 - 8:28am

Stop by for resume reviews, cover letter help, and much more!

The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association will be Hosting its Annual Meeting in Ann Arbor - Saturday, December 12, 2009 1–4PM

Posted:

11/23/2009 - 2:42pm

The Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association will be Hosting its 18th Annual Meeting.

Join us Saturday, December 12th 2009
from 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Weber's Inn of Ann Arbor, MI
Click here for a Google map of the location.

We will also be joined by the Honorable US Senator Debbie Stabenow (invited). Who will be speaking at the event.

In addition there will be awards presentation, and networking opportunities.

Enviro Expo 2010 - Featuring Guest Speaker President Bill Clinton: April 15-18, 2010 in Windsor Ontario

Posted:

11/23/2009 - 7:36am

Click here for more information: http://www.enviro-expo.org/

Discover the companies that are leading the charge in green and sustainable products - and much more!

McKinsey & Company Internships!

Posted:

11/19/2009 - 9:29am

McKinsey & Company is a management consulting firm that advises senior management of the world's leading organizations on issues of strategy, organization, technology and operations. We are always on the lookout for high caliber individuals to help us fulfill our mission: 1) to help our clients make positive, lasting and substantial improvements to their performance, and 2) to build a great firm that is able to attract, develop, excite and retain exceptional people.

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Tuesday the 17th from noon-1pm at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

11/17/2009 - 8:21am

Stop by for career assistance, resume reviews, and much more!

National Park Service Business Plan Initiative (Internship Opportunity): Wednesday, November 18th at 1pm in 1046

Posted:

11/16/2009 - 8:12am

National Park Service Business Plan Initiative: Wednesday, November 18th at 1pm in 1046. Come and learn more about this internship opportunity. Find out more on eRecruiter about the internship (position number 3455 on eRecruiter) and to RSVP on eRecruiter – RSVP is required. This is a Brown Bag session - light refreshments will be provided.

SNRE Internship Workshop - Today (11.10.09) at noon in 1040! SNRE Career Drop-In Hour is Cancelled for Today.

Posted:

11/10/2009 - 8:09am

The SNRE Internship Workshop is today from noon-1pm in 1040. Please join us to discuss internship opportunities and to hear from a panel of SNRE students about their internship experiences. Please note that the SNRE Career Drop-In Hour is cancelled for today. If you are in need of career assistance, please email us at snre.careers@umich.edu to set up an appointment.

eRecruiter Questions - Stop by OAP from 10:30am-12:30pm today (Thursday, November 5th) - Ask to see Jazmine!

Posted:

11/05/2009 - 10:39am

In case we haven't met yet, my name is Jazmine Bennett and I'm a new volunteer for Career Services at SNRE! I'm also a first year M.S. in Sustainable Systems. My main project with Career Services is to increase the student use of eRecruiter!

Want a summer internship? Don't miss out - attend SNRE's Internship Workshop! Tuesday, November 10th at noon in 1040

Posted:

11/04/2009 - 3:46pm

Please RSVP on eRecruiter to attend the SNRE Internship Workshop and/or the National Parks Service Business Plan Initiative Internship Workshop - Details Below:

Michigan Association of Planning Student (SMAP) Conference 2010 - Call for Presentation Proposals

Posted:

11/04/2009 - 2:20pm

CALL FOR PRESENTATION PROPOSALS

Michigan Association of Planning Student (SMAP) Conference 2010

Deadline: 11/16/2009

Have you recently studied abroad, completed or are working on a project, internship, thesis, or capstone involving urban, rural, or regional planning?

If so I encourage you to submit a short description and learning objectives to the Student Michigan Association of Planning Committee at:

http://planningmi.org/student_proposal.asp

Progressive Ideas for Changing the Midwest, Public Policy-Makers, Stakeholders Workshop: Detroit, MI - November 13-14, 2009

Posted:

11/04/2009 - 2:12pm

Clean energy is a focus of this free workshop on workforce development

Midwest Roosevelt Institute Campus Network
2009 Fall Policy Workshop

Who: Students with Progressive Ideas for Changing the Midwest, Public Policy-Makers, Stakeholders
Where: University of Michigan Detroit Center: 3663 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
When: November 13-14, 2009 (Attend One or Both Days)

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Tuesday the 3rd from noon-1pm at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

11/03/2009 - 9:16am

Stop by if you have any last minute questions about the SNRE Resume Book (Deadline: Thursday, November 5th at midnight), if you would like to have your resume reviewed, or if you have any other career questions!

Career Identity Beyond the Ivory Tower - Tuesday, November 17th

Posted:

11/02/2009 - 4:24pm

Career Identity Beyond the Ivory Tower

Making the decision to switch from a tenure-track path to pursuing other career options may raise a variety of career and personal issues. This program will offer you an opportunity to explore the often emotional move away from a tenure-track career.

Resume Book Deadline - Thursday, November the 5th at midnight!!!

Posted:

11/02/2009 - 3:39pm

The SNRE Resume Book will be:

Sent to over 2,000 employers on our eRecruiter system
Given to those employers coming to the SNRE Career Fair in January
Will be used as a tool to help SNRE Career Services Staff market our students to employers

The resume book is vitally important to be a part of if you are looking for a spring/summer internship or a full time position at the end of December 2009 or May 2010. We’ve even heard reports back from students who secured internship

Conference on Michigan's Future - November 13 weekend near Traverse City, MI

Posted:

11/02/2009 - 12:56pm

Conference on Michigan's Future on the November 13 weekend near Traverse City.

This year, the conference features Robert Costanza, Soji Adelaja, Albert Bates, Thomas Greco, Richard Douthwaite, Patrick Moore, Harvey Wasserman, Richard Gilbert, Joe Welch, Dan Scripps, and 30 additional outstanding speakers.

What will be the future of Michigan? How can we prepare for it? What are the challenges we face economically, environmentally, and with energy? How can we best meet these challenges, while increasing resilience, and prepare for an uncertain future?

Are you on track to finding your perfect job or internship? Check out our SNRE Career Timeline!

Posted:

11/02/2009 - 8:27am

1st year students (or 2nd year MLA or dual degree students):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

2nd year students (or students graduating in December 2009 or May 2010):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

If you need assistance setting up your job or internship search plan, email SNRE Career Services Staff at snre.careers@umich.edu

October 2009

Internship Events at SNRE - Check them out!

Posted:

10/29/2009 - 7:31am

Please RSVP on eRecruiter to attend the SNRE Internship Workshop and/or the National Parks Service Business Plan Initiative Internship Workshop - Details Below:

SNRE Resume Book Deadline is Next Week - Thursday, November 5th!

Posted:

10/28/2009 - 2:07pm

If you would like your resume to be included in the SNRE Resume Book, you must submit your resume on eRecruiter by Thursday, November 5th.
The SNRE Resume Book will be:

New Innovations, Re-energized Workforce, Sustainable Future - November 13th and 14th

Posted:

10/26/2009 - 7:32am

The University of Michigan chapter of the Roosevelt Institute proudly presents:

Midwest v 2.0: New Innovations, Re-energized Workforce, Sustainable Future

Nov. 13th and 14th at the MSU Detroit Center (3408 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI 48201)

The Job Talk: A'cing the One-Question - Monday, October 26th

Posted:

10/21/2009 - 10:05am

The Job Talk: A'cing the One-Question

Monday, October 26

12:00-1:30pm - The Career Center, 3200 Student Activities Building

The job talk may be the most important part of any academic interview.

A good talk may make up for some other shortcomings, while a poor talk may be difficult to overcome. How can you prepare to do your best? Our faculty panel shares their insights and answers your questions on a number of topics.

Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice Available to UofM graduating students and alums!

Posted:

10/15/2009 - 9:31am

Careers in Community Organizing for Social Justice Available to UofM graduating students and alums!

Direct Action & Research Training (DART) Center will be on the UofM campus on Tue., Nov. 3 @ 7PM in Mason Hall 1448 to discuss careers in the field of community organizing, and to schedule interviews with students interested in empowering their communities and working for social change.

Careers and Internships in US Government Foreign Affairs - Thursday Oct. 15, 6:00-7:30 PM, Weill Hall Room 1120 (Ford School Bld

Posted:

10/13/2009 - 4:50pm

Careers and Internships in US Government Foreign Affairs

Thursday Oct. 15, 6:00-7:30 PM, Weill Hall Room 1120 (Ford School Bldg)

International Center Events - Going on this week! Volunteering abroad, internships and much more!

Posted:

10/12/2009 - 10:44am

If you're interested in international relations, don't miss Thursday's International Career Pathways presentation about State Department careers and internships-note that the deadline to apply for summer State Dept internships is November 2.

*Mon. 10/12, 7:30-8:30 PM, Ginsberg Center-Pangea World Service Team Mass Meeting on Volunteering Abroad

*Mon. 10/12, 7:30-8:30 PM, Northwood Community Center (North Campus)-Conversation Partner Info Meeting

TODAY - Internship Opportunities in Germany, Spain, Argentina, and Russia, 3pm in 2024

Posted:

10/12/2009 - 8:36am

Internship Opportunities in Germany, Spain, Argentina, and Russia: Monday, October 12th at 3pm in 2024.

Learn about four separate internship programs sponsored by CDS. There are opportunities for students who do not speak the native language of the country. RSVP is required – RSVP on eRecruiter.

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Monday the 12th from 10:30-11:30am at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

10/12/2009 - 8:34am

Stop by for career assistance, resume reviews, and much more!

Environmental Internship Panel - Wednesday, October 14th at 5pm

Posted:

10/09/2009 - 8:51am

The Environmental Policy Organization (EPO) is hosting an

Environmental Internship Panel

Wednesday October 14, 2009

5:00-6:30 PM

1210 Weill Hall

FRI 10/9: AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Info Session (12-1pm)

Posted:

10/07/2009 - 12:09pm

American Association for the Advancement of Science
Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
Information Session

SNRE PhDs, Postdocs and Faculty: SNRE alumnus Dan Poux, Associate Director for the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship program, will be on campus to provide info on this exceptional post-graduate fellowship program. Refreshments will be served.

Upcoming Internship Events Next Week - Check them out!

Posted:

10/06/2009 - 1:32pm

Internship Opportunities in Germany, Spain, Argentina, and Russia: Monday, October 12th at 3pm in 2024.

Learn about four separate internship programs sponsored by CDS. There are opportunities for students who do not speak the native language of the country. RSVP is required – RSVP on eRecruiter.

International career events on campus this week! Check them out!

Posted:

10/05/2009 - 2:13pm

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ICP: Career Opportunities for Foreign Language Students
Tuesday Oct. 6, 7:00-8:30 PM, Modern Languages Bldg, Lecture Room 1
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Do you love studying languages and cultures, but are you worried what you'll "do with it" after graduation? Attend this panel for ideas about how you can put your interest in language to work.

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Monday the 5th from 10:30-11:30am at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

10/05/2009 - 8:41am

Stop by for career assistance, resume reviews, and much more!

Upcoming Internship Event at SNRE (10/12/09) - Learn about Internships in Germany, Spain, Argentina, and Russia!

Posted:

10/02/2009 - 12:14pm

Monday, October 12, 3pm-4pm
Dana Building - Room 2024
Students - RSVP is required. Please RSVP on eRecruiter www.erecruiter.snre.umich.edu

Internship Opportunities in Germany, Spain, Argentina, and Russia: Learn about four separate internship programs sponsored by CDS. There are opportunities for students who do not speak the native language of the country.

Contact me if you have any questions!

See you there,

Kim

The Job Talk: A’cing the One-Question Test - Monday, October 26 at noon

Posted:

10/02/2009 - 7:46am

The job talk may be the most important part of any interview. A good talk may make up for some other shortcomings, while a poor talk may be difficult to overcome. How can you prepare to do your best? Our faculty panel shares their insights and answers your questions on a number of topics.

Careers and Internships in U.S. Government Foreign Affairs Workshop - Thursday, October 15th at 6pm

Posted:

10/02/2009 - 7:43am

Interested in a career formulating, representing or implementing U.S. foreign policy? This panel will talk about the foreign and civil service opportunities within the State Department and other federal agencies.

Careers and Internships in U.S. Government Foreign Affairs
Thursday, October 15
6:00 p.m.
1120 Weill Hall, Ford School of Public Policy

Are you on track to finding your perfect job or internship? Check out our SNRE Career Timeline!

Posted:

10/01/2009 - 8:12am

1st year students (or 2nd year MLA or dual degree students):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

2nd year students (or students graduating in December 2009 or May 2010):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

If you need assistance setting up your job or internship search plan, email SNRE Career Services Staff at snre.careers@umich.edu

September 2009

Upcoming Career Events at UM this week! Internship Funding, Career Fairs, and much more!

Posted:

09/28/2009 - 9:43am

Upcoming Career Events at UM this week!

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Monday the 28th from 10:30-11:30am at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

09/28/2009 - 9:21am

Stop by for career assistance, resume reviews, and much more!

MiCorps (Michigan Clean Water Corps) Conference & Training - October 26-27, 2009

Posted:

09/23/2009 - 2:48pm

September 23, 2009

McKinsey & Company (management consulting firm) Presentation at Michigan - Thursday, Sept. 24 at Palmer Commons

Posted:

09/23/2009 - 3:46am

McKINSEY & COMPANY PRESENTATION AT MICHIGAN

For Ph.D. students, Post-docs, M.D. students, Interns, Residents, Fellows and Master’s students (non-MBA)*

*Please note that Masters students should have completed their undergraduate degree before July 1, 2006. If you completed your undergraduate degree after this date, visit www.mckinsey.com/usschools to learn more about our Business Analyst opportunities.

Upcoming internship panel events! Check them out! Tuesday, September 22nd & 29th

Posted:

09/21/2009 - 2:22pm

Graduate Student Strategies for Finding International Internships
Tuesday September 22, 7:00-8:30 PM
Hussey Room, Michigan League
Hear reports from U-M graduate/professional school students about their successful strategies for finding and applying to internships, either through formal programs or through creating one’s own internship.
Session sponsors: Career Center and International Center

Drop In Career Services Hour - Today!!! - Monday the 21st from 10:30-11:30am at the Career Services Bulletin Board

Posted:

09/21/2009 - 8:15am

Stop by for career assistance, resume reviews, and much more!

eRecruiter Day is Today!!! Thursday, September 17th ---stop by to set up your eRecruiter account!

Posted:

09/17/2009 - 8:12am

eRecruiter day is today! Meet your SNRE Career Services Staff in front of the career bulletin board (in the Ford Commons) from 9am-4pm today. We'll help you set up your eRecruiter account, answer eRecruiter questions, and there will be some free giveaways!

Fall Engineering Career Fair - Monday, September 21, 2009 and Tuesday, September 22, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Posted:

09/16/2009 - 2:18pm

The SWE/TBP Fall Engineering Career Fair, sponsored by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and Tau Beta Pi (TBP), the National Engineering Honor Society, has been offering corporate recruiters and Michigan engineering students the chance to meet and discuss professional opportunities for over 24 years. Come celebrate our 25th anniversary this fall!

The 25th Annual Career Fair will be held on:
Monday, September 21, 2009 and Tuesday, September 22, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

NEW 2009 PhD Career Stats --- find out where SNRE alumni are employed

Posted:

09/16/2009 - 10:45am

SNRE PhD Career Stats (2009)

Keeping Current on Climate Change Conference - Southfield, Michigan September 29, 2009

Posted:

09/15/2009 - 10:31am

Michigan Alliance for Environmental & Outdoor Education Conference (MAEOE) Dearborn, MI October 8-10th

Posted:

09/15/2009 - 8:30am

eRecruiter Day is Today!!! Monday, September 14th

Posted:

09/14/2009 - 8:12am

Important update from your SNRE Career Service Staff - Check out what new resources we have available! Don't miss out!

Posted:

09/03/2009 - 10:30am

Welcome Back!

Here are some updates from your SNRE Career Services Staff!

a) *NEW* eRecruiter Video Tutorial

Please be sure to check out our eRecruiter video tutorial to help you get started or learn more about eRecruiter. You can watch the whole tutorial OR just click on section titles to watch individual sections.

Are you on track to finding your perfect job or internship? Check out our SNRE Career Timeline!

Posted:

09/03/2009 - 9:25am

1st year students (or 2nd year MLA or dual degree students):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

2nd year students (or students graduating in December 2009 or May 2010):

Click here to view your Career Timeline

If you need assistance setting up your job or internship search plan, email SNRE Career Services Staff at snre.careers@umich.edu

American Wind Energy Association Conference (11.3-5.2009 in Detroit, MI)

Posted:

09/03/2009 - 9:19am

AWEA Small and Community Wind Conference & Exhibition

November 3 - 5, 2009

Detroit, MI

Fifth Annual Michigan Clean Water Corps Volunteer Monitoring Conference & Training at Higgins Lake (10.26-27.09)

Posted:

09/03/2009 - 8:00am

October 26-27, 2009
Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center
Higgins Lake, Michigan

About the Conference
The Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps) conference and training is an annual event featuring afternoon training sessions (free of charge) for interested volunteer coordinators on Monday, October 26th, and presentations and dialogue on lake and stream monitoring activities in Michigan on Tuesday, October 27th.