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• This Week's Jobs/Internships

  Jul 26, 2016 2:00 pm63 views

  Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareers account. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

  If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

  INTERNSHIPS

  The College Board – Office Support Intern, 72806

  Chicago-IVF – Part-Time Internship, 73063

  City of Chicago – STRATEGIC INITIATIVES AND PARTNERSHIPS INTERN, 73034

  City of Chicago – STUDENT INTERN - DCASE - Design Intern, 73044

  dbHMS – IT Intern, 73042

  Molina Healthcare – Provider Network Strategy Services Internship, 73104

  Nurture Life – Customer Experience Team: Customer Experience Intern, 73089

  The Illinois Campaign for Political Reform – Marketing and Events Coordinator, 72998

  The Illinois Campaign for Political Reform – Policy & Communications Coordinator, 72997

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Capsim Management Simulations – Client Relationship Consultant - 2nd Shift, 71314

  Eze Software Group – Associate Engagement Specialist, 73109

  Eze Software Group – Associate Solutions Analyst, 73108

  JobGiraffe – Administrative Assistant/ Accounts Payable Specialist (16-1752), 72671

  MSDSonline – Business Development Representative, 70283

  Small Business Accountax, Ltd. – Assistant Accountant, 72471

  Source One Management Services – Strategic Sourcing Analyst, 68897

  Stage 5 Trading Corp. – Junior Broker, 72708

  Total Quality Logistics – Sales Representative – Nationwide, 72691

• LAS 289 Fall Internship Proposal Form

  Aug 3, 2016 9:00 am204 views

  LAS 289 is a variable credit hour course.  For every 60 hours at your internship, you can earn 1 credit, 120 hours earns two credits and 180+ hours earns three credits.  There is also a monthly seminar attached to this course (syllabi attached). Ms. Robin B. Hursey will be offering the monthly seminars on Wednesday's on 9/21, 10/19 and 11/16 at 3-4:30pm OR on Thursday's on 9/22, 10/20 and11/17 at 3:30-5pm. There are only 20 seats available in each seminar, so you should submit your proposal as soon as possible.

  If you have secured a fall internship and would like to earn elective credit for your internship you will need to complete the form on-line (it must be typed), print and then call Ms. Hursey's office to schedule an appointment, 312-996-0425, for approval.

• This Week’s Jobs and Internships for Honors students from UICCareers.com

  Aug 3, 2016 5:00 pm43 views

  Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareers account. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

  If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

  INTERNSHIPS

  Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) – Undergraduate Co-op – Engineering, 73251

  Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) – Undergraduate Internship – Engineering, 73249

  FLS Group, LLC – Auditor Intern, 73287

  FLS Group, LLC – Tax Preparation Intern, 73288

  Matric Partners, Ltd – Public Relations Intern, 65665

  Road to Status, LLC – Bilingual Inbound Digital / Content / Social Media Marketing Intern(s), 73196

  Perfect Search Media – Digital Marketing and Data Analysis Internship, 73280

  The Illinois Campaign for Political Reform – Marketing and Events Coordinator, 72998

  YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago – Mission Advancement Project Manager Internship, 73383

   

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Amazon –  Student Veterans Program Area Manager, 73209

  Cambridge Educational Services – Technology Development and Support Associate, 73197

  Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) – Technical Operations Officer, 73225

  Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) – Economic Analyst, 68772

  Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) – Science, Technology, and Weapons Analyst, 68773

  ChemRisk – Industrial Hygienist/Exposure Assessor, 62088

  Fox Associates, Inc. – Client Specialist, 73326

  GrubHub – Software Engineer, 73157

  ION – Software Support Analyst, 71105

  National Futures Association – Compliance Examiner, 73338

  Project: VISION, Inc. – Youth Program Coordinator, 73163

  TXT International – International Business Developer - Buenos Aires, Argentina, 73291

   

  Regards,

  UIC Office of Career Services

  312-996-2300

• Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) Recruiting Fall Interns

  Aug 11, 2016 10:30 am12 views

  For cultural explorers, Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) creates rich connections and celebrates the social life of ideas by curating live events that enable audiences to see the world differently.

  Currently CHF is recruiting fall interns for the Marketing, Development, Programing, Production and Web/Multi-Media departments. Attached is the internship application form and description internships available this fall session.    

  Interns are a vital component of the staff, CHF offers several project-based internships during three internship sessions (summer/fall/spring). The internship program requires a commitment of 14-21 hours a week for 3 to 9 months (a 9 month internship is preferred, but a minimum commitment of 3 months is required). The fall internship starts September 2016 through late August 2016.  If accommodations for variations on those dates are needed, they can happily be made. 

   

• Social media and Marketing Internship in the Office of Undergraduate Research

  Aug 11, 2016 10:45 am30 views

  The UIC Office of Undergraduate Research seeks a social media and marketing intern for the fall semester or entire 16-17 academic year. This internship is unpaid but could be structured to meet the requirements of an honors college activity or a for-credit professional internship program in the major or degree-granting college, with an advisor's approval. 

  The student will work with the OUR 3-8 hours per week to find and publicize research and creative engagement opportunities for undergraduates and help organize, publicize and assess the impact of in-person events in comparison to online events and resources. Those interested in graphic or digital design would make posters, brochures and web pages, depending on their skill set. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone interested in digital media communications, social media, event planning, graphic or digital design, academic affairs and student success initiatives (higher education), and social or community psychology. The duties will be assigned to maximally benefit the student's educational goals.

  If you are interested, send an email to Dr. Sara Hall at sahall@uic.edu with the subject line: O.U.R. STUDENT INTERNSHIP. Include in your email your name, major, anticipated graduation date, your reason for being interested in the position and a brief summary of related courses or work or service experience you have, and the times your schedule would allow you to work on this internship. Please attach a resume if you have one. Students will be contacted in reply until the position is filled.

• Internship Opportunity with the Jewish Women's Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago

  Aug 11, 2016 3:15 pm25 views

  The Jewish Women's Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (JWF) seeks to expand and improve opportunities and choices in all aspects of Jewish women and girls' lives through strategic and effective grantmaking. 

  During the placement period, the intern will:

  Video/Communications/Social Media (100%):

  Conduct interviews with JWF trustees and grantees Formulate video for 20th anniversary Produce video content for website Assist in social media plans for JWF

  Successful interns at the Jewish Women’s Foundation will possess the following qualities:

  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A self-starter Able to work independently and on a team Motivated to improve the lives of less advantages individuals Possesses comprehensive computer and technological skills Intellectually curious and conscientious Familiar with social media tools (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, blogs)

  Interns must be able to receive course credit to be eligible for this internship.  See http://www.honors.uic.edu/internships-and-cooperatives/ for a list of potential courses to earn academic credit for an internship.  Check with your degree-granting college or major department for information about registering for internship credit.  LAS students can also look into the LAS Internship Program.

  Contact Sara Kalish at sarakalish@juf.org with questions.  

• This Week's Jobs\Internships

  Aug 18, 2016 9:00 am33 views

  Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareersaccount. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

  If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

  INTERNSHIPS

  ACCO Brands – Global Compensation Analyst Intern, 73635

  BKD, LLP – Spring or Summer Intern (Audit and/or Tax), 73615

  Keno Kozie Associates – Marketing Intern, 73664

  Michael Best & Friedrich LLC – EDGE Intern, 73450

  PrintWithMe – Business Growth Intern, 73653

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Amazon –  Amazon Operations:  Area Manager (Entry Level), 73392

  Argus Information & Advisory Services – Business Technical Associate, 32508

  Argus Information & Advisory Services – Consulting Business Associate, 47954

  BKD, LLP – Full-Time Associate (Audit and/or Tax), 73615

  Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – Director's Financial Analyst, 73640

  T3 Trading Group, LLC – Equities Trader, 73665

• Illinois Equal Justice Foundation (IEJF) Internship Opportunity - Communication/English Majors

  Aug 18, 2016 2:30 pm28 views

  The Illinois Equal Justice Foundation (IEJF) is seeking an intern for the upcoming fall semester.  Please see the attached for complete information and how to apply.

• This Week’s Jobs and Internships from UIC Careers

  Aug 22, 2016 11:00 am87 views

  Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareers account. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

  If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

  INTERNSHIPS

  Lub – Graphic Design Intern, 73706

  Navistar, Inc – Finance and Accounting Leadership Intern, 73968

  OneIMS – Graphic Design Internship, 73675

  OneIMS – Marketing Blog Writer Intern, 73679

  Perfect Search Media – Digital Marketing and Data Analysis Internship-Fall, 73526

  Warady & Davis LLP – Audit/Tax Intern (BS/MS) Spring 2018, 73673

  Weigel Broadcasting Co – Fall Intern, 73760

  West Monroe Partners – Campus Recruiting Intern, 73776

   

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Akuna Capital – Junior Developer, 73942

  Akuna Capital – Junior Trader, 73943

  Allstate Insurance Company – Entry Level Accountant, 73865

  DMC, Inc – Accounting Assistant - Entry Level/Administrative, 73956

  Illinois Tool Works (ITW) – Marketing & Business Strategy Analyst- Emerging Leaders Development Rotational Program, 73775

  Navistar, Inc – Finance and Accounting Leadership Development Associate, 73967

  Wells Fargo – Abbot Downing WIM Analyst 3, 73831

  Wells Fargo – Abbot Downing WIM Invest Rsch Analyst 1, 73850

   

  Regards,

  UIC Office of Career Services

  312-996-2300

• Internships in Medical Social Sciences

  Aug 24, 2016 5:30 pm72 views

  Internships in Medical Social Sciences:

  We are looking for a volunteer interns to join our research team in assisting with research projects at the Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University. The research the interns would be assisting with is part of the Biobehavioral Mechanisms and Health Outcomes Program.  The research focus is to understand advanced care disparities of Hispanic cancer patients and their informal caregivers through structured interviews which capture cancer care and treatment understanding, cultural beliefs and psychosocial experiences to understand and address disparities.

  The intern will assist with various tasks in support of the study, including: reviewing patient records, screening, doing follow-up calls, recruiting, consenting and completing assessments with participants in person or over the phone in English or in Spanish, managing and entering data, and collaborating with other staff members to achieve study goals in timely manner.

  We currently have two volunteer intern positions. Interested individuals must commit to coming to our offices for two to three days per week (12 hours weekly) for a period of at least six months, no less. Spoken fluency in Spanish is required for one of the positions; having interest in psychological, social and/or medical research is preferred. If you wish to apply, please specify Spanish language fluency in your e-mail and send your resume/CV to both of the following addresses:

  leopoldo.castillo@northwestern.edu and diana.buitrago@northwestern.edu

• Clinical Internship at Rush Midwest Orthopaedics, Apply by Sun. 8/28

  Aug 26, 2016 9:15 am224 views

  Rush Midwest Orthopaedics is looking for 1-2 committed, compassionate, and diligent pre-medical students to help us enroll patients into clinical trials. The position requires two 3-4 hours shifts per week, with at least a semester long commitment; though times are flexible, we are looking for people that can dedicate time M-F, 8:30 to noon or 1 to 3:30 PM. A mandatory research training and certification will be provided prior to the first day and a TB test is required.

  We believe that this opportunity is ideal for a pre-medical student, as it will provide constant patient interaction, as well as possible shadowing experience. Volunteers may also have the opportunity to form relationships with the physician and medical professionals at Rush.

  If you are interested, please see the attached flyer. Please send all inquiries and applications to Michael O'Brien at nicholson.research@rushortho.com. All applications are due Sunday, August 28th 2016.

• This Week’s Jobs and Internships from UICCareers.com for Honors students

  Aug 29, 2016 3:45 pm77 views

  Below are several internships and full-time opportunities that have been identified as possible good fits for Honors College students. These opportunities can be accessed by logging into your UICcareers account. Follow the instructions on the Student/Alumni link to activate your account if you are a first-time user. You can search for the positions in the Job tab or use the ID number. The quickest way to find a position is to do a keyword search with the title of the position in quotes.

   

  If you wish to schedule an appointment a Career Center advisor for resume, cover letter and/or interview skills assistance please call 312-996-2300 to schedule an appointment.

   

  INTERNSHIPS

  Accenture – STEM Intern Analyst (Build a Thon), 74058

  Arcalea – Digital Marketing Internship, 74182

  Brown Udell Pomerantz Delrahim – Student Marketing Intern, 72006

  Cards Against Humanity – Customer Service & Editorial Internship, 74201

  Cards Against Humanity – Cards Against Humanity’s Science Ambassador Scholarship, 74202

  GATX – Research Analyst Intern, 74277

  PEAK6 Investments, LP – PEAK6 Trading Experience, 74154

  Perfect Search Media – Digital Marketing and Data Analysis Internship-Fall, 74021

  Radio Flyer – Industrial Design Internship - Summer 2017, 74240

   

   

  FULL-TIME POSITIONS

  Abbott – Inside Sales Rep - Pediatric Nutrition, 74061

  Cardinal Path – JR. Web Analyst, 74140

  Illinois Office of the Auditor General – Auditor I (Financial and Compliance Audit Operations), 74152

  Illinois Office of the Auditor General – Auditor I (Performance Audit Operations), 74150

  JobGiraffe – Report Writer / Analyst - Entry Level or With Experience (16-1973), 74176

  Plymouth Tube Company – Sales Associate, 73536

   

  Regards,

  UIC Office of Career Services

  312-996-2300

• US Department of State Pathways Internship Experience Program, Application Open on 9/9

  Sep 9, 2016 5:45 pm55 views

  We are accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP). Visit USAJOBS to start the online application process and view the following vacancy announcement numbers. Please note the cutoff number for each position; These vacancy announcements will be open from 09/09/2016 to 09/15/2016 or when 100 applications have been received. The vacancy will close on whichever day the first of these conditions are met. If the application limit is reached on the same day the announcement opened, the open and close date will be the same. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages.

   

  View at USAJOBS

  The Internship Experience Program (IEP) allows for non-temporary appointments that are expected to last the length of the academic program for which the intern is enrolled. IEP participants, while in the program, are eligible for noncompetitive promotions. This program allows for noncompetitive conversion into the competitive service following successful completion of all program requirements. Veteran’s preference applies. So consider a Pathways internship with the U.S. Department of State, witnessing and participating in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy, working closely with the U.S. diplomats and Civil Service professionals who carry out America’s foreign policy initiatives. Should you have any questions, please contact HRSC@state.gov.

• Fall 2016 Oral History Interns Needed

  Sep 14, 2016 11:45 am31 views

  The Indo-American Heritage Museum (IAHM) is seeking a team of up to six interns for the Fall 2016 for our Masala Chat oral history project. 

  See attached PDF for more details. 

• Faculty-Led Study Abroad Summer Internships in Paris

  Sep 22, 2016 9:15 am104 views

  Faculty-Led Study Abroad Summer Internship, Paris

  Professor Kathryn Engel will lead a group of students to participate in UIC credit-bearing internships in Paris, France, in Summer 2017.  Internships are available to students in all majors, and participants will earn 6 credits of PSCH 385.  Participants must have knowledge of basic French language.

  Come to the following information session to learn more and ask questions:

  Monday, September 26

  12:00-1:00 pm

  121 BH (Honors College Quiet Study Room)

   

• Leadership and the American Presidency - Spring 2017

  Sep 26, 2016 10:15 am18 views

  Now accepting applications for an immersive leadership program this spring - Leadership and the American Presidency. This program is being sponsored in partnership with the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. Leadership simulations from the American Presidency will be a key focus for students. As part of this exciting program, undergraduate students can:

  Spend the spring semester in Washington, DC

  Intern in an engaging setting aligned with their career and academic interests

  Participate in academic courses with up to 12 credits provided through George Mason University

  The spring semester early deadline is coming up on October 5, 2016 so please visit www.DCinternships.org/LTAPSpring to learn more about the program and begin an online application.

  Questions may be directed to Dana Faught at 202-986-0384 or LTAP@tfas.org.

   

• Tell us about your internship and enter to win Honors College swag!

  Sep 28, 2016 8:45 am96 views

  If you completed an internship in Summer 2016, or are currently participating in an ongoing internship, we want to hear about it!

  If you did any kind of internship during the summer, whether on campus or off, paid or unpaid, short or long, please tell us about your experience in this short questionnaire: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/8805353

  Why?  It’s fast and easy!  You get to talk about things you’ve done! You’ll help us to help other students who need good internships!  You get a chance to win Honors College swag!

  The swag drawing will take place on September 30, so complete the survey before then to be eligible to win!  If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie O’Leary atsoleary@uic.edu.

• Internship with the American Library Association

  Oct 5, 2016 12:15 pm28 views

  Job posting on UICCAREERS: American Library Association:

  JOB ID# 75421

  We are looking for an intern interested in children’s literature, librarianship, and/or publishing to help with a number of research and archival projects. Possible projects include: updating our awards webpages, including Newbery and Caldecott sections, of the ALSC website with interesting and historical material (scanning/uploading photos, digitizing/uploading speeches, adding an FAQ section); create and converting manuals that exist as Word documents into Web-based documents; possible award-winning author/illustrator interviews.

  Day to day activities will include: curating our children’s book awards submissions collection by unpacking and shelving shipments; answering phone call from parents, educators, and the general public about ALSC’s award programs and other work; and retuning messages and inquiries from publishers. Help us organize and present the vast array of information we offer about children’s media, ALSC initiative and projects, ALSC committee work, ALSC history, and more. 

  Part-Time:12-14 hours/week (either 2 days @ 7 hours or 3 days at 4 hours each) preferably one academic school year; will consider 1 semester.

  Candidate Pool- student with interest in Children’s literature and reading

   

• Hispanic Caucus Congressional Internship Program, Apply by 11/4

  Oct 12, 2016 5:45 am28 views

  The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute is now accepting applications for its 2017 leadership programs. For nearly 40 years, CHCI has forged a critical role to Educate, Empower, and Connect our nation’s future Latino leaders.Each year, CHCI expands the horizons of more than 1,600 young Latino leaders. From high school to graduate students, CHCI works tirelessly to ensure that the workforce of the future reflects the community of today.  

  Congressional Internship Programs: Paid internship programs for college students for Spring, Summer and Fall.

  CHCI is seeking full-time undergraduate students who are interested in participating in the CHCI Congressional Internship Program. Selected individuals will receive an unmatched experience, learning first-hand about our nation’s legislative process while working for a member of Congress and receiving weekly leadership programming from CHCI.

  Learn more:
  Congressional Internships in D.C.
  Scholar-Intern Programs (various fields from media to health care to business)Note: Deadlines vary, please check the website

  2017 Congressional Internship Deadlines:
  Spring: November 4, 2016
  Summer: January 20, 2017
  Fall: April 21, 2017

  Contact info@chci.org with questions.

• Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship, Apply by 11/1

  Oct 24, 2016 2:30 pm65 views

  The Public Policy & International Affairs Program (PPIA) is now accepting applications for the 2017 PPIA Fellowship!

  About the Fellowship

  The PPIA program prepares undergraduates to be competitive  candidates for top degree programs in the fields of public policy, public administration or international affairs through participation in a Junior Summer Institute (JSI). JSI is an intensive, 7-week, academic program during the summer at one of these host campuses:

  The Ford School - University of MichiganThe Goldman School - UC BerkeleyHeinz College - Carnegie Mellon UniversityHumphrey School of Public Affairs - University of MinnesotaWoodrow Wilson School - Princeton University

  Eligible candidates are current undergrads who will be completing their B.A. between December 2017 and August 2018. The deadline to apply is November 1, 2016. Apply Today >>

  Benefits of Participation

  Full tuition at a PPIA Junior Summer Institute.Eligibility to receive assistance with travel expenses.A stipend of up to $1,500 (funding determined by each JSI).University housing with a meal plan.Books and related course materials at your JSI.Each JSI may offer additional benefits, such as GRE preparation, at their discretion. Please check with each JSI about any additional benefits.Minimum of a one-time $5,000 scholarship at a PPIA graduate school if admitted for a Master's degree or select PhD programs. PPIA Fellows often receive financial offers above and beyond this minimum from their graduate program.

  Fee waiver when applying to programs that are members of the PPIA Graduate School Consortium.

  THE OFFICE OF SPECIAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS CAN HELP UIC STUDENTS WITH APPLYING FOR PPIA. REACH OUT TO SSP@UIC.EDU FOR ASSISTANCE.

• Civic Legal Corps is seeking an intern - deadline to apply November 10th

  Oct 26, 2016 8:30 am35 views

  Civic Legal Corps is seeking an intern who is interested in working with low to moderate income individuals in cases involving family law, housing law, and contract disputes. Preference will be given to bilingual (Spanish/English) student.

  CLICK ATTACHMENT BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION.

• Chicago Shakespeare Theater Winter/Spring Internships deadline to apply November 1

  Oct 28, 2016 8:30 am48 views

  Winter/Spring Internship Applications Due November 1

  Regional Theatre Tony Award(r) recipient Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) is seeking highly qualified interns for a commitment between January and May, 2017. CST Interns gain substantive experience invaluable insight in their respective departments while building professional relationships within the Chicago theater community. Current post-secondary students, college graduates and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply.

  Under the leadership of Artistic Director Barbara Gaines and Executive Director Criss Henderson, CST is dedicated to producing extraordinary classic productions, new works and family fare; unlocking Shakespeare's work for educators and students; and serving as Chicago's premier international ambassador through its World's Stage Series, bringing the world's best theater to Chicago. Throughout 2016, CST is leading Shakespeare 400 Chicago, a yearlong, citywide international arts festival celebrating Shakespeare's 400-year legacy. Shakespeare 400 Chicago brings together our city's resident world-class institutions across disciplines, and welcomes leading artists from around the globe for what's anticipated to be the world's largest and most comprehensive celebration of Shakespeare's enduring legacy.

  The deadline to apply for winter/spring internships is November 1, 2016.  Click on the post to learn more.

   

• The Horizons Fellowship- Technology/Software Program

  Oct 28, 2016 8:30 am73 views

  The Horizons Fellowship supports 10 outstanding university students in their pursuit to become leaders in technology. The program provides immersive software engineering and web/mobile development courses geared towards high-achieving college students. No computer science background needed and we invite business and liberal arts students to apply! Our curriculum, developed by ex-Salesforce, Optimizely, and D.E. Shaw engineers, is designed to teach students how to build web, mobile (iOS and Android) and desktop applications. We have a 4-month spring program and a 3-month summer program in San Francisco, Boston, and Philadelphia.

  The Horizons Mentor Network includes current/past employees of firms such as Google, Facebook, Uber, Airbnb, Snapchat, and more. As a Horizons student/graduate, you will have permanent access to this exceptional group of mentors to help with career choices, general mentorship, and more.

  Two graduates of our latest summer cohort have been placed at NASA and Thrive Capital within 2 weeks of the program. Others are currently interviewing for engineering roles at Lyft, Airbnb, Andreessen Horowitz, Asana, Heap, Slack and more.

  Past Horizonites have come from a variety of schools and backgrounds. Students have hailed from Harvard, Princeton, UPenn/Wharton, Columbia, Northwestern, Brown, Michigan and more. We've welcomed National Math Olympiad winners, USA Computing Olympiad participants, renowned college entrepreneurs, students with perfect SAT/ACT scores, talented designers, photographers, and more as part of our previous cohort. Our program requires no formal computer science background.

  Application Process/Criteria

  Currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate university program

  Submission of resume and standardized test scores on horizonsbootcamp.com.

  Series of fit and logic interviews

   

  Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

• Job opportunities for Honors College students

  Oct 31, 2016 8:30 am25 views

  Company: The Joffrey Ballet, Chicago

  Job: Human Resources Intern (unpaid)

  WORK SCHEDULE:

  10-20 hours per week during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm.

  Qualifications/Requirements:

  College Undergraduate with strong academic credentials as well as excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and writing skills is required. Strong analytical skills desired. Demonstrated working ability with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word. Must have a solid commitment towards diversity, inclusion, and equity.

  For more details –> uiccareers.com -> Job ID: 76300

   

  Company: TTX Company, Chicago (downtown)

  TTX Company is a leading provider of railcars and related freight car management services to the North American rail industry

  Job: Human Resources Internship (paid) $14-18/hr.)

  This internship will start in mid-December 2016 and end August 31, 2017. Must be available at least 16 hours/week during the school year and 30 hours a week during the Summer.

  Qualifications/Requirements:

  Major(s): Human Resources, Business, Communications, Psychology or any related field.

  Year in school: Current Junior or Senior.

  Preferred Qualities Possessed by Candidate: 

  Organized Outgoing Self-Motivated

  For more details –> uiccareers.com -> Job ID: 76298

• UIC Health Professions Career Fair 11/5

  Nov 2, 2016 9:45 am30 views

  UIC will be holding a Health Professions Career Fair Saturday November 5th from 10:00 am - 1: 00 pm

  Date: Saturday, November 5th, 2016

  Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm

  Location: Student Center West (SCW), Thompson Rooms

  Open to UIC Students and UIC  Alumni only

   

  Confirmed employers include:

  Advocate Healthcare

  Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital

  Athletico

  Aunt Martha’s Youth Service Center & Health Center

  Cook County Health & Hospitals System

  Illinois Bone & Joint

  Ingalls Memorial Hospital

  Lake County Health Department and CHC

  Life Time Fitness

  Memorial Health System

  Midwest College of Oriental MedicineRehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC)

  U.S. Army Healthcare

  Vista Health Systems

   

  For additional information:

  http://illinois.edu/calendar/detail/3702?eventId=33236115&calMin=201610&cal=20161028&skinId=5314

   

  Questions?  Contact:

  Cindy Graham, Assistant Director, UIC Career Services

   

  312-996-2300 (main line)

  cgraham1@uic.edu

   

• GLAS Internship Fair, Thurs. 11/10

  Nov 4, 2016 10:15 am27 views

  Global Asian Studies will be highlighting on and off-campus internship opportunities and courses. Learn about these Asian American and Pacific Islander internship experiences and how to get involved yourself! Interested students (of all races and majors!) may take the GLAS 105 or 250 courses offered in the Spring to prepare for an internship for credit. Food and refreshments will be provided!

  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Karen Su, Principal Investigator, at karensu@uic.edu.

  Thursday, November 10th, 2016
  3PM - 5PM
  Student Center East Room 603

  The UIC AANAPISI Initiative is fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) through its status as a funded Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution.

• Critical Languages Scholarship, Apply by 11/16

  Nov 4, 2016 10:30 am70 views

  The CLS deadline is Nov. 16, 2016.

  UIC students interested in applying can apply directly online at http://www.clscholarship.org/

  Students can receive assistance with their applications by email Beth Powers at ssp@uic.edu

  WHAT IS THE CLS?

  CLS offers a fully-funded overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate, professional and graduate students. “With the goal of broadening the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and building relationships between the people of the United States and other countries, CLS provides opportunities to a diverse range of students from across the United States at every level of language learning.”

  CLS website: “Most languages offered by the CLS Program do not require applicants to have any experience studying critical languages. The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths, with the purpose of representing the full diversity of the United States. Participants are selected based on their commitment to language learning and plans to apply their language skills to their future academic or professional pursuits. Please note that CLS is an intensive group-based language and cultural enrichment program.”

   

  LANGUAGES: The CLS Program offers instruction in fourteen critical languages:

  No Previous Study Required  

  Azerbaijani

  Bangla

  Hindi

  Indonesian

  Korean

  Punjabi

  Swahili

  Turkish

  Urdu

  One Year of Previous Study Required

  Arabic

  Persian

  Two Years of Previous Study Required 

  Chinese

  Japanese

  Russian

  PROGRAM BENEFITS

  “The CLS Program is fully funded from start to finish. From the time you step foot out the door to the time you arrive home, the CLS Program covers many of the costs of participating in its  overseas institutes, including:-Intensive overseas group based language courses (20+ hours per week)-Room and board, often with a host family-A full cultural program-Host community language partners-Domestic and international airfare

  Participants receive a small stipend to cover incidental expenses and meals not provided by the program. Upon completion of the program, participants also receive a certified American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) score.”

  The CLS program offers a year’s worth of graded credit that you can apply to your college career.

  PROGRAM STRUCTURE

  “CLS Program institutes cover approximately one academic year of university-level language coursework during an eight- to ten-week program and are designed to meet the needs of students from a variety of language levels and backgrounds. Formal classroom language instruction is provided for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Extracurricular activities are designed to supplement the formal curriculum, including regular one-on-one meetings with native speaker language partners for conversational practice, as well as cultural activities and excursions designed to expand students’ understanding of the history, politics, culture and daily life of their host country.”

  Please direct any questions about applying for the CLS to Beth Powers at ssp@uic.edu

• Internship Opportunities at the National Cancer Institute, Due 11/16

  Nov 4, 2016 1:15 pm152 views

  The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is pleased to announce the 2017 Introduction to Cancer Research Careers (ICRC) Program.  ICRC encourages individuals from populations underrepresented in science or financially disadvantaged backgrounds to seek internship opportunities at the NCI.  Successful ICRC applicants will take part in a 2-day sponsored campus visit to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, where they will have the opportunity to learn about the various scientist-in-training programs, participate in laboratory tours, and interview for either a summer or post-baccalaureate (1-year) internship.  Participants selected for internships will receive a monthly stipend, round-trip travel, and a summer housing subsidy.  Housing for the interns is not included, however, a list of housing resources will be provided.

  Our goal is to encourage a diverse group of talented students to explore careers in biomedical research.  You can help us meet this goal by sharing this information with students and faculty contacts you feel would benefit from this opportunity.  Please refer to the attached brochure and the ICRC website for additional information, http://icrc.nci.nih.gov.

  Applications are due Wednesday, November 16th.  Reference letters are due Monday, November 21st.  If you have additional questions please reply to this e-mail.

• Chicago Aldermanic Internship with Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa

  Nov 7, 2016 1:45 pm176 views

  CHICAGO ALDERMANIC INTERNSHIP

  Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, Thirty-Fifth Ward, City of Chicago

  Alderman Carlos Ramirez-Rosa seeks a paid intern for a five to six month assignment working and learning in the 35th Ward Office, ending in April or May 2017. The ideal intern should be motivated with a strong interest in municipal governance, great attention to detail, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Interns will learn about the duties and operational needs of a City of Chicago Aldermanic office, including the delivery of constituent services, casework, public policy, and the municipal legislative process.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

  Must be a current college level sophomore, junior, senior or graduate school student in good academic standing, enrolled in an accredited college or university offering a baccalaureate or graduate degree program or an accredited law school  

  Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.2 on a 4.0 grading scale

  RESPONSIBILITIES:  

  Assist with the delivery of constituent services 

  Research and analyze proposed city ordinances

  Maintain constituent records and prepare reports 

  Draft informational materials and correspondence in response to inquiries; distribute informational materials  

  Participate in the setup and operation of special events and program activities; and perform related duties, as assigned

  REQUIREMENTS:  

  Must provide a current college transcript

  Resume and current letter of enrollment verification from the school's registrar/dean confirming enrollment (or National Student Clearinghouse Proof of Enrollment Certificate)  

  Grade level in order to be considered for the internship

  Bilingual English-Spanish speaker

  City of Chicago resident

  Available to work a minimum of 10-15 hours per week

  WORKING CONDITIONS & COMPENSATION: 

  The internship will be structured around your class schedule and will begin in November or December 2016 and end in April or May 2017 (before spring semester final exams)

  You are expected to work 10-15 hours a week in the 35th Ward Office, 2708 N. Sawyer, and will be paid $11/hour

  TO APPLY: 

  Submit resume, cover letter, enrollment verification, and current transcripts to Irene Romulo, irene@aldermancarlosrosa.org, by November 11, 2016.

  *Equal opportunity employer*

• Internship in Medical Social Sciences

  Nov 7, 2016 6:15 pm169 views

  We are looking for a volunteer intern to join our research team in assisting with a research project at the Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University. This opportunity would be a great fit for anyone interested in pursuing medical school or graduate programs in psychology, behavioral health, or public health. Through this internship, you will gain hands-on experience working with experts in the field, and you will have access to Northwestern’s state-of-the art research facilities. You will also have the chance to develop and refine your research skills.

  The study with which the intern would be assisting are part of the Biopsychosocial Mechanisms and Health Outcomes Program.  The primary project for which we currently need volunteers involves a technology-based psychosocial intervention for men with advanced prostate cancer. 

  The intern will assist with various tasks in support of the study, including:

  Reviewing patient medical records (usually electronic) Screening these records for participant eligibility Sending letters and making phone calls to recruit potential participants Conducting phone screeners potential participants Making follow-up calls Preparing study materials (i.e. paper assessment forms, saliva sample kits, etc.) Data extraction from participant medical charts Other required data entry Miscellaneous tasks as needed

  Interested individuals must commit 12 hours per week, which can be split among 2 or 3 days, depending on your schedule.  We request that you make a commitment of at least 6 months for this position. Please note that you will be working on-site in our research office, located in the Streeterville area of Chicago. Interest in psychological, social and/or medical research is preferred; prior experience working with cancer patients is ideal. Spanish language skills are also preferred but not required. If you wish to apply, please send your resume/CV to the following address: jessica.thomas@northwestern.edu.

• Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows Program

  Nov 14, 2016 8:30 am49 views

  The Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows Program is a highly selective six week summer institute for rising college juniors offering unparalleled learning and networking opportunities at the home of America’s first president just outside our nation’s capital.We offer an all-inclusive six week program that provides housing, transportation, meals and a $500 weekly stipend.

  The Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows program offers a dynamic and stimulating leadership curriculum that encourages students to examine their personal strengths, identify areas for growth, and ultimately take action as a leader. In that spirit, these leadership lessons are taught within a framework highlighting the inspirational leadership model of George Washington.

  Each week students will meet with some of the nation’s top leaders, engage with the other Fellows on leadership styles and skills, and collaborate with their assigned mentor on their individual capstone projects.

  A Progam Like No Other

  Develop valuable leadership skills and tools

  Advance an actionable cause with a capstone project

  Build a professional network with assigned mentors and peers from across the nation

  Connect with successful Washington, DC leaders and decision makers

  Explore George Washington’s life story and remarkable leadership

  Live and learn at the celebrated Mount Vernon Estate

  The program will take place from July 4, 2017 - July 14, 2017.

  Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:

  Currently enrolled college sophomore in good standing

  Proven leadership ability and involvement

  All majors welcome

  Demonstrated interest in proposed capstone project

  Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher

  Current U.S. Citizen

  Application requirements:

  Resume

  Three (3) essays

  Two (2) letters of recommendation

  Current college transcript (applicants may use an unofficial transcript)

   

  Applications will be available November 2016. Deadline for applicants is January 11, 2017.

  Please visit http://www.mountvernon.org/site/leadershipfellows/ for more information and to apply.

   

• Now Accepting Applications for Department of Homeland Security 2017 HS-STEM Summer Internships

  Nov 18, 2016 8:30 am99 views

  U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

  2017 HS-STEM Summer Internships

  The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors a 10-week summer internship program for students majoring in homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (HS-STEM) disciplines. The program provides students with quality research experiences at federal research facilities located across the country and allows students the opportunity to establish connections with DHS professionals. It is open to undergraduate and graduate students in a broad spectrum of HS-STEM disciplines and DHS mission-relevant Research Areas.

  Undergraduate students receive a $6,000 stipend plus travel expenses.

  Graduate students receive a $7,000 stipend plus travel expenses.

  10-week research experiences are offered at:  Coast Guard Research and Development Center ● Customs and Borders Protection ● Engineer Research and Development Center ● Federal Emergency Management Agency ● Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Health Service Corps ●  National Security Technologies ● National Urban Security Technology Laboratory ● Naval Research Laboratory ● Office for Interoperabilty and Compatibility ● Transportation Security Laboratory ● DOE National Laboratories: Argonne, Berkeley, Idaho, Livermore, Los Alamos, Oak Ridge, Pacific Northwest, and Sandia

  Areas of research: Engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological / life sciences, environmental science, emergency and incident management, social sciences, and more.

  U.S. citizenship required

  Application deadline: December 7, 2016, 11:59PM EST

  How to Apply: Applications and supporting materials must be submitted at

  https://www.zintellect.com/Posting/Details/2595

  Program Information: Detailed information about the internships can be found at

  http://www.orau.gov/dhseducation/internships/

   For questions please email us at dhsed@orau.org.

• Internship Opportunities - Marketing, Development, Programming, Production and Web/Multi-Media

  Nov 23, 2016 3:45 pm43 views

  The Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) presents entertaining and smart programming about ideas that matter. But we do more than that. We shape ideas, helping our audiences see the world anew. We help them challenge the boundaries of contemporary knowledge and culture. We help them understand what it means to be human.

  Currently, CHF is recruiting winter/spring interns for the Marketing, Development, Programing, Production and Web/Multi-Media departments. Attached is the internship application form and description internships available for 2017 winter/spring session.    

  Interns are a vital component of our staff, we offer several project-based internships during three internship sessions (summer/fall/spring). The internship program requires a commitment of 14-21 hours a week for 3 to 9 months (a 9 month internship is preferred, but a minimum commitment of 3 months is required). The winter/spring internship starts Late January or early February, 2017 through late May 2017.  We are more than happy to accommodate variations on those dates.

   

• Sustainability Internship Course (US 390; PH 390) for Spring 2017

  Dec 2, 2016 10:15 am86 views

  For Undergraduate Students

  US 390; PH 390| Sustainability Internship Seminar (CRN 39946) Thursdays 4:00-6:15 pm, 2202 AEH

  Course Overview: Do you want to make a sustainability impact at UIC while getting work experience? US 390 provides an intellectual framework for students to apply classroom learning to hands-on project-based internships that advance the overall mission of greater social, economic and environmental sustainability in the campus community. In addition to receiving mentoring from experienced professionals, interns attend weekly seminars or field outings that cover a range of educational and skill-building topics. Students will present on their internship in a final poster event.

  Instructor: Cynthia Klein-Banai, PhD, UIC Office of Sustainability

  Select Positions: Green Infrastructure Planning, Dead Supply Society, Ultra-Low Freezer Challenge, Good Food Fest, UIC Energy Initiative, UIC Bicycle Friendly Campus, Tree Campus USA, Lab Share Event Planning, Energy Resource Center

  Additional Information: Grade of C or better in US 130 or PHYS 116; or consent of the instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Candidates will be placed in internships with UIC departments, administrative units, and some external organizations for approximately 8 hours per week. Decisions about student placement will be made after the first class. For more information, contact Eric Dangoy of the Office of Sustainability at dangoy@uic.edu or visit http://sustainability.uic.edu/jobs/sustainability-internship-program-2/. 

• Fully funded summer internship abroad - Cultural Vistas Fellowship, Due 1/6/17

  Dec 14, 2016 8:15 am76 views

  The Cultural Vistas Fellowship affords underrepresented U.S. university students the unique opportunity to advance their career goals, develop global competencies, and experience life in another culture.

  For the summer of 2017, Cultural Vistas will select up to 12 fellows to take part in this multinational professional development program that includes eight-week summer internships in Argentina, Germany, and India. This fellowship opportunity is funded by Cultural Vistas.

  Learn more at http://culturalvistas.org/programs/abroad/cultural-vistas-fellowship/. 

  Application deadline: January 6, 2017

• Digital Marketing & Social Media Intern at Latino Cultural Center for Spring 2017

  Dec 14, 2016 8:30 am26 views

  Digital Marketing & Social Media Intern at UIC Latino Cultural Center, Spring 2017

  https://latinocultural.uic.edu/files/2013/04/InternStudentApp_Spring2017.pdf

  The Latino Cultural Center (LCC) is currently seeking an enthusiastic and creative Digital Marketing and Social Media Intern(s) to work alongside our team to help build our social media presence. If you are passionate about social media, and understand how social media is used to help grow an organization's presence and get information out into the world, we want to speak with you! Intern will devote 75% of the time to this project and 25% to help with public events and office duties.

  We are seeking a student with a sophomore, junior or senior standing that will need to work for 10 hours a week for 13 weeks- January 16, 2017 - April 22, 2017 (off week of Spring break).

  Intern will receive two UIC Bookstore gift cards for a total of $200 ($100 in the second week of the internship and $100 at the completion of the internship).

   

  Responsibilities

   

    *   Help grow the LCC's social footprint and use it to drive traffic to public programs

    *   Curate, design, and write posts for all social media platforms using Hootsuit

    *   Responsible for managing and keeping up to date all social media platforms

    *   Ability to take ownership and be creative

  Requirements

   

    *   Strong academic record;

    *   Must have excellent oral and written skills;

    *   Candidate must be familiar with Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube;

    *   Relevant field of study or experience, particularly Marketing, Social Media, Communications, or Business Administration;

   

    *   Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;

    *   Organized, with an ability to prioritize assignments; and

    *   Creative and collaborative spirit.

• Lists of summer research and internship opportunities

  Dec 14, 2016 12:30 pm210 views

  Winter break is the perfect time to work on applications for summer research and internship opportunities, study abroad programs, or scholarship opportunities. Here's some resources you can use to get started:

  Office of Undergraduate Research: OUR Research and Internship Opportunities Catalog

  Resources for finding summer opportunities from the Honors College: https://blogs.uofi.uic.edu/files/1516/439911/99018.docx 

  Post-Baccalaureate Opportunities (Gap Year) Guide from the Office of Special Scholarship Programs: https://ossp.uic.edu/scholarships/gap-year/ 

   

• The Center for Clinical and Translational Science is seeking student workers, Applications due Jan. 13

  Jan 9, 2017 12:45 pm99 views

  The Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS), Clinical Research Center is seeking a student worker who will aid in the day to day activities to help keep the Clinical Research Center running efficiently and effectively. 

  Duties include: Answering phones, preparing for next day subjects (pulling and creating charts, setting up supplies and equipment), filing charts and documents, general center clean up, making and collating copies, inventory and stocking supplies/food, and specific projects assigned by center staff.

  Student will be able to gain general clinical research knowledge and have the opportunity to work with research investigators, nurses and coordinators.   Student must be able to commit 10-15 hours per week.

  Please send resumes to Charity Ball, chball@uic.edu by January 13, 2016 for fullest consideration

• Infomation Session for Faculty-Led Paris Study Abroad Program with Kathryn Engel

  Jan 9, 2017 2:00 pm59 views

  Social Services Internships in Paris: Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program with Kathryn Engel

  Information Session

  January 17, 1:00 PM

  Burnham Hall B21 (Basement)  

   

  This is a great time to begin plan for your Study Abroad, make scholarship applications, and connect with family and friends around crowdfunding.  There are two scholarships Kathryn want you to know about and she also wanted to share a couple of tips for fundraising.  The application for the Paris program is attached and also available online. 

   

  Due on January 11, 2017:

  Fund for Education Abroad.  This is for non-traditional locations for study abroad in programs that are both immersive and rigorous.  This fits this program (although Paris is traditional) because it is immersive, rigorous and non-traditional in that students are interning within the social services.  Emphasize that an internship in the social services is a unique and non-traditional destination for studies in France.  It is important to note that this scholarship only supports academically rigorous and immersive study abroad programs.  

   

  http://fundforeducationabroad.org/applicants/

   

  Due on March 07, 2017:

  Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship from the Department of State. This is for Pell eligible students.  The application will open mid January and you can begin preparations by looking at the website.  

   

  http://www.iie.org/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program/Deadlines-and-Timeline/Summer

   

  Tips for fundraising:

  Apply for scholarships,  use your financial aid, and use crowdfunding through a site or in person.  Be specific, describe your program and costs, and request airline miles donations for flights; miles all now have expiration dates so someone may share miles they cannot use.  

   

  Steps to take in no specific order to have an early application for this program:

  1)  Attend a First Step at Study Abroad  if you have not already

  2)  Meet with Irina Krymova at Study Abroad

  3)  Attend a Program Presentation with Kathryn and have an individual meeting with Kathryn 

  4)  Begin applying for scholarships at the Special Scholarships Office and seek others outside of UIC

   

  Please feel free to reach out any time with questions to fill in your scholarships or about any other way I can support you – engel@uic.edu  

• Summer Diabetes Research Program, Apply by 1/15

  Jan 11, 2017 9:15 am305 views

  The UIC Honors College, in partnership with the UIC Department of Surgery and the Department of Bioengineering, is happy to announce a new Summer Research Program. The Summer Diabetes Research Program at UIC is a ten-week summer internship for undergraduates with a focus on diabetes research.  Sponosored by the NIH NIDDK R25 training program, this program will pair students with researchers in diabetes-related projects, such as islet transplantation, islet physiology, tissue engineering, beta-cell proliferation, microfluidic and nanotechnology technology, biological imaging, microencapsulation, and many other topics.  Students will also attend seminar-based lectures, conduct individual research, and experience a clinical component.

  Students will be compensated with a $3,000 stipend over the course of the ten-week program. 

  The application is now available at http://www.honors.uic.edu/SDR/.  The deadline for submission is January 15, 2017.  The application includes essays, two letters of recommendation, and an official transcript.

  Please contact Dean McCloud Williams at smccloud@uic.edu with any questions.

• Internship Opportunity in Medical School Sciences

  Jan 13, 2017 11:45 am159 views

  We are looking for a volunteer intern to join our research team in conducting various research projects at the Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University. The studies the intern would be assisting with primarily focus on Hispanic breast cancer patients' cultural and psychosocial experiences in order to reduce disparities in cancer outcomes, and improve treatment self-management following active breast cancer treatment.

  This intern would assist with various tasks in support of multiple studies with Hispanic breast cancer patients. Some of the tasks include reviewing patient records, screening, recruiting, consenting and completing assessments with patients, managing and aiding in the analysis of data, translating study materials into Spanish, and aiding in the development and implementation of an eHealth intervention.

  Interested students would need to commit to coming into the lab for two to three days per week (12 hours weekly) for a period of at least six months. Spoken and written fluency in Spanish is required; having research, psychological, social and/or medical interests is preferred. Students could also benefit from receiving academic credit from their internship. If you wish to apply, please specify Spanish language fluency in your e-mail and send your resume/CV to both of the following address:diana.buitrago@northwestern.edu<mailto:diana.buitrago@northwestern.edu>

• National Cancer Institute Summer Research Fellowship, Apply by 2/15

  Jan 17, 2017 4:30 pm102 views

  The National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Cancer Systems Biology Consortium and Physical Sciences in Oncology Network are offering rising Junior and Senior undergraduates with outstanding research potential the opportunity to work closely with faculty mentors from NCI-supported institutions for an 8-week summer fellowship. The 2017 summer research program is designed specifically for students to gain experience in the interdisciplinary fields of systems biology and physical oncology. Students who are especially interested in cancer research careers are encouraged to apply. Opportunities are available at 14 research institutions across the United States. Stipend, housing, and travel to and from the host institution are covered by NCI. Additionally, students will convene at the NIH in Bethesda, MD, mid-way through the summer to present their research and network with their peers.

  Detailed information about the program and application instructions can be found at: https://Frederick.cancer.gov/SummerProgram . The application deadline is February 15, 2017.

  Please distribute the attached flyer to undergraduates within your institution who might be interested in this exciting opportunity. Don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Shannon Hughes (shannon.hughes@nih.gov) or Ms. Erin Wetzel (erin.wetzel@nih.gov) if you have any questions about the program.

• Undergraduate Research Assistant Position with The Road Home Program: Center for Veterans and Their Families

  Jan 18, 2017 8:30 am184 views

  The Road Home Program: Center for Veterans and Their Families at Rush University Medical Center is currently seeking a volunteer undergraduate research assistant. This is an ideal position for an undergrad in social sciences who is interested in researching mental health, trauma, and military veterans. This position could also lead to opportunities to develop a capstone project. Job duties may include data transcription, data entry, general clerical tasks, literature searches, phone screenings, and other duties as assigned. Applicants should be able to commit to 6-8 hours of work per week during business hours. Please contact Randy Boley (contact information below) with any questions or to apply for this position. Applicants should include a CV/resume and a personal statement detailing their interest in this position with their email.

  Contact Information:

              Randy Boley | Research Coordinator

              Rush University Medical Center

  Department of Psychiatry

  Road Home Program: The Center for Veterans and Their Families

  Randy_Boley@rush.edu

• Talk to a Scripps Interactive Networks (Food Channel, HGTV, etc.) Rep about Internships, 1/24 and 1/25

  Jan 20, 2017 11:45 am28 views

  Scripps Interactive Networks (Food Channel, HGTV, etc.)

  UIC STUDENTS WANTED!!

   

  On-campus: Tuesday January 24 (morning & afternoon)

                         &  Wednesday, January 25  (morning only)

   

  Students can sign up to speak with the New York rep about:

  The media industry To learn about paid internships in Chicago and/or New York

  Location will be at UIC Career Services Office

   

  The Scripps Networks Rep would like to speak to as many UIC students as possible about the media industry and internships with them!

  We are signing up students for 20-minute slots.

  Email or call to schedule a time to speak with the Rep ASAP!!! (Time slots are filling up quickly)!!!!

  Contact: Cindy at cgraham1@uic.edu    or call: 312-355-4047

• Facets Internships - Still Available for Spring 2017

  Jan 20, 2017 3:30 pm89 views

  FACETS & FACETS Children + Youth - Internships are still available for Spring Semester.  If interest, you should apply as soon as possible.

  Greetings from Facets and Facets Children + Youth, a non-profit arts organization dedicated to the exhibition, distribution and education of foreign, classic and independent cinema. Facets Internships are a great learning experience for anyone interested in event coordination, film, fundraising, writing, marketing, publicity, non-profit development & PR. Facets internships are unpaid.

  *         To be considered for an interview, please submit the Facets Internship Application<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1SnLBu0vuc4Eqy-qOYvd46FjAXFCsJ2pAE04MTUwj9a0/viewform?c=0&w=1> and your resume.

  *         Interviews will be conducted in person at Facets and by phone.

  *         LEARN MORE ABOUT FACETS INTERNSHIPS<http://www.facets.org/internships.php>

  Available opportunities for spring 2017 include:

  *         Festival Programming Assistant - The Programming Assistant works closely with the Programming Director to coordinate Festival submissions, process entries, and develop and execute film screenings, workshops and special events. Candidates should have a background in film production or criticism, have strong writing skills (for note-taking, correspondence and film descriptions) or have coordinated events. Interns can gain experience in project management, event coordination, research, film programming, writing and publicity.

  *         Marketing/Social Media Coordinator - Students can expect to learn and gain proficiency in the use of social media as part of a coordinated marketing approach. This internship will offer participants the opportunity to help identify and analyze a target audience and plan and implement elements of marketing campaigns. This position also serves as Facets' liaison to online and social-media-based networks of film-lovers, keeping Facets apprised of ongoing conversations and raising online awareness of Facets' mission, programs, and offerings. Applicants should possess creativity, a broad and informed love of movies, attention to detail, experience in writing, general office skills, and Internet research. Responsibilities may also include coordinating promotional relationships and items for Facets, Facets Children's Programs and special events, publicizing in ethnic or niche markets, and Festival publicity coordination. Proficiency with graphic design programs a plus.

  *         Facets DVD Label - Sales, Marketing & Publicity Internship - The Facets DVD label distributes international and independent films on DVD, digitally and in theatres around the country.  Interns will participate in all aspects of independent film distribution including DVD releases, digital delivery and educational marketing. Tasks involve customer research and development, creating marketing materials and Internet campaigns, coordinating with press, creating promotional video clips, designing press kits, and interacting with filmmakers. Duties are in the field of film distribution - This is not a production job. Applicants should be web-savvy and proficient with both PCs and Macs and Excel. Photoshop skills not required but appreciated. Interest in film marketing and distribution, and/or film publicity is a plus. The environment is informal and collaborative and involves direct contact with all levels of Facets staff.

  Founded in 1974, Facets Multi-Media is a non-profit organization dedicated to the exhibition, distribution & education of foreign, independent & classic films with programming for adults, children and youth, families and educators.

• Opportunity for University of Illinois Students - The Horizons Fellowship

  Jan 23, 2017 8:45 am3 views

  The Horizons Fellowship The Horizons Fellowship supports 10 outstanding university students in their pursuit to become leaders in technology. The program provides immersive software engineering and web/mobile development courses geared towards high-achieving college students. Students need not have a computer science background! Our curriculum, developed by ex-Salesforce and Optimizely engineers alongside PhDs in computer science, is designed to teach students how to build web, mobile, and desktop applications. We have 4-month semester programs and 3-month summer programs in cities across the U.S.

• Amgen Scholars Program at Harvard University, Apply by Wed. Feb. 1

  Jan 27, 2017 9:15 am206 views

  Harvard University is one of ten U.S. institutions that again will be offering a ten-week Amgen Scholars Program in the summer of 2017.  The Harvard-Amgen program, with an emphasis on biotechnology research, affords a diverse cohort of rising undergraduate juniors and seniors the opportunity to work in the laboratories of faculty across the Harvard universe, including the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and the Division of Medical Sciences at Harvard Medical School. In addition to an engaging, formative research experience, Harvard-Amgen Scholars will live among the 400 undergraduates residents of the Harvard Summer Undergraduate Research Village community in one of the historic Houses along the Charles River. 

  The deadline to submit complete applications is Monday, February 1, 2017.  More information about the Harvard-Amgen Scholars Program, including profiles of last years cohort, along with eligibility criteria and instructions to apply may be found here:  http://uraf.harvard.edu/amgen-scholars .  The Amgen Scholars Program website, which includes information about all of the U.S. and international programs available this coming summer may be found here:  www.amgenscholars.com .  Of course, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me (Greg Llacer) directly at gllacer@fas.harvard.edu .  

  Information on other Amgen Scholars programs: http://www.amgenscholars.com/

• Public Policy Fellowship Opportunity: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) Fellowship, Application due 2/10

  Jan 27, 2017 9:15 am79 views

• Tell us about your internship and enter to win Honors College swag!

  Jan 27, 2017 12:00 pm54 views

  If you completed an internship in Fall 2016, or are currently participating in an ongoing internship, we want to hear about it!

  If you did any kind of internship during the summer, whether on campus or off, paid or unpaid, short or long, please tell us about your experience in this short questionnaire: https://uofi.uic.edu/fb/sec/4362353

  Why?  It’s fast and easy!  You get to talk about things you’ve done! You’ll help us to help other students who need good internships!  You get a chance to win Honors College swag!

  The deadline to complete the survey and enter the swag drawing is February 3.  If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie O’Leary at soleary@uic.edu.

• Ron Brown Pre-Law Summer Prep Program, Apply by 2/6/17

  Jan 27, 2017 1:00 pm38 views

  The Ron Brown Prep Program prepares students for thechallenges of law school and for the law school application process. Participants gain an edge in courses taught by Law School faculty; through internships with judges and lawyers; in a customized LSAT prep course; and with advising on all aspects of the admissions process. Past Ron Brown Prep Program students have seen their LSAT scores go up and have been accepted to more than 40 different law schools. Today, over 100 Ron Brown Prep Program alumni are attending law school or practicing law.

  Our application deadline is coming up: Monday, February 6, 2017. 

  View the attached flier for more information. You can also find links to the digital applications and more information about the Ron Brown Prep Program at our website.