#BreakThru

Meet Abigail Adera! Abigail is a sophomore majoring in Public Health and Geography. She spent her summer working for the Citrus County Mosquito Board in her hometown as a Disease Surveillance Intern. Abigail says she has to #BreakThru imposter syndrome – feeling that she isn’t “cut out” for the opportunities that come her way. Utilizing Toppel resources for professional development and embracing her roles has helped Abigail to realize her potential.

Some advice from Abigail: “The coolest, most successful journalists on CNN, the fastest day traders on Wall Street, and even Oprah alike all experience bouts of insecurity. The big secret? Working through the insecurity. Bravery is not the absence of fear; bravery lies in recognizing the fear and jumping in anyways.”

Sept. 15	So you want to be a consultant...But wait, what do they do? Hosted by RSM @ 6:00 PM
Sept. 17	Case Study on Machine Learning and Disruptive Events in Business & Supply Chain @ 12:00 PM
Sept. 17	Procter & Gamble Info Session @ 5:00 PM
Sept. 21	Accounting Practice Interviews @1:00 PM
Sept. 21	Nielsen Global Connect & Media – Finance Leadership Program Info Session @ 5:00 PM

EPIC is Back!!

The Employer Practice Interviews & Critique program is back, and it’s going to be EPIC! This is an exciting way for students to gain a competitive edge in the job search by meeting with actual employers. Students are paired with a recruiter for a 30-minute resume critique or practice interview.

This semester’s EPIC event takes place on Wednesday, September 16, and it will take place virtually via Zoom and breakout rooms. Sign up to meet with as many recruiters as you can through Handshake today.

Finding Great Employers on Handshake

With over 500,000 companies looking to hire college students and recent grads on Handshake, how can you find employers that are a good fit and stay updated about them? The great thing about Handshake is that it sends you recommended jobs and employers as you update your profile and preferences.

You can look at employer pages for available jobs, information about the interview process, or message them directly to get your questions answered. You can also search for and follow employers to receive notifications about job postings directly through the platform.

How to Make Your LinkedIn Stand Out

Every day more and more people make profiles on LinkedIn in the search for a career path that fits them. So how do you make your page stand out? You need to make your LinkedIn profile an extension of your brand, an extension of who you are. This will help you stand out as a well-rounded individual with a cohesive brand rather than just a collection of accomplishments and experiences.

This article will give you all the tips you need to build a great profile and craft your brand.

Jobs & Internships

Video Interview Tips

Glassdoor

Toppel Spotlight

Jobs:

SALES DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATION, Fall 2020 & Spring 2021 Graduate
Box

SENIOR ANALYST, NETWORK PLANNING
Gap, Inc.

ENTRY LEVEL FEDERAL ASSOCIATE DEVELOPER - HOUSTON
IBM

NEW GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM, Undergraduate
Visa, Inc.

GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH ASSISTANT
NASA Climate Change Research Initiative

Internships:

ENTRY LEVEL ACCOUNTANT AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Acumen Companies

COMPUTING AND ANALYTICS
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INTERN
Pathloom

SENIOR APPLICATION WEB DEVELOPMENT
The Trust for Public Land

EPA LEAD IN DRINKING AND WATER RESEARCH
Oak Ridge Institute of Science and Education

VIRTUAL STAFF WRITER
College Magazine

Virtual job interviews are part of the new reality, and more and more employers are turning to platforms like Zoom and Teams to connect with job-seekers. General reminders like finding a nice, clean, quiet space and wearing proper attire are important, but taking your digital interviewing skills to the next level will help you stand apart from the crowd.

Here are a few tips and tricks:

Prep for optimal eye contact
Pay attention to how you sound
Maintain good posture
Use your face to show you’re engaged
Signal when your answers are complete

Check out this article for a more extensive list.

Are you searching for a job? Glassdoor is a great resource that can help you out. The platform offers updated job listings and a growing database of employer reviews, CEO approval ratings, salary reports, interview reviews, office photos, and more.

The goal of Glassdoor is to increase workplace transparency by providing you with the information you need to make an informed decision about your future job. The information on the site comes from employees of the companies listed – the people who know it best – so you can be sure it’s both accurate and current.

You can also search for positions by job, company, salary, or interviews for a variety of results tailored to your search needs. Check out the platform today!!

Ivan Nzende

Peer Advisor

Ivan Nzende is a sophomore double majoring in International Studies and History, with a minor in English. He emigrated to Maryland from Africa, having lived in Cote D’Ivoire, Cameroon, and Tunisia. Ivan is a Foote Fellow and a Hammond Scholar, and he is involved with the African Student Union and Above The Bar, a multicultural pre-law organization.

Best Advice?

Everyone’s path is unique in design. It’s important to seek out opportunities based on your personal interests or based on where you see yourself developing in areas you might not be most comfortable in, and those opportunities are not necessarily the same for everyone.

#BreakThru Story?

Coming from a home environment that was not very welcoming nor supportive, huge leaps of faith were necessary for me to get where I am today. From moving out earlier than most and risking homelessness to meeting strangers from the internet for a place to stay, my path was filled with obstacles I overcame through faith, determination, and a drive to beat my odds.

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