#LevelUp

Meet Ovviyaa Manusrii! She is a sophomore political science and computer science major. This past Summer, she spent 10 weeks living in the Caribbean pursuing humanitarian relief efforts and research as a project manager for a branch of the Alliance for Global Resilience and Regeneration. She worked with the Kalinago Tribe, the Indigenous people of Dominica, primarily centered on improving the quality of life in the Kalinago Territory. One of the many things she did was work to get funding for free Wi-Fi, so they could have access to more resources.

She is currently a Fellow with the Clinton Global Initiative, a year-long program that invests in students working on philanthropic and social development projects. She went to the Toppel Career Center Peace Corps seminar which helped illustrate the field of international development, and she also learned about other opportunities that Toppel facilitates to help UM Students stand out to employers.

Piece of advice:

“Take advantage of every resource and opportunity at your disposal. Universities are unlike any other environment because they are saturated with knowledge and expertise in diverse fields. Be diligent and curious, you are more capable than you know!”

Oct. 17	Kimley-Horn Meet & Greet/Project Highlight @ 7 PM
Oct. 19	Dolby's Resume Review and Onsite Interviews @ 5 PM
Oct. 19	Creating Your Path in Economics: An Expanding Diversity in Economics (EDE) Information Session @ 6 PM
Oct. 19	Professional Development Series: UBS Explores with Toppel @ 6 PM
Oct. 20	NextEra Energy (Florida Power and Light Company) Associate Engineer Information Session @ 5 PM

Exploring Different Experiences With Micro-Internships

Have you ever thought to yourself “I really want to do an internship, but I have so many other things going on that I can’t possibly make that commitment now”? If you've ever thought of this or something similar, then Parker Dewy might be just for you! Parker Dewy is an organization that works with the University to help you find micro-internships.

Micro-internships are short-term internships that you can take on that give you experience and money. With Parker Dewy, you can easily do an internship for a short period of time, get paid, and then do another internship whenever you'd like. Whether you’re someone with a tight schedule or just want to explore different opportunities in a short period of time, then activate your account with Parker Dewy today to get started.

Looking For Remote Jobs on Handshake

One positive thing we’ve learned in recent years is that a lot of jobs can operate just fine remotely. With Handshake, you can specifically search for remote jobs during your job search.

When you’re searching for a job, you can simply type in the keyword “remote” and it will load all the remote jobs that you can apply for, or you can just follow this link which automatically brings you to the remote jobs in the search.

How To Get Recruited Internationally

Life is an experience, and one of the greatest experiences in life is exploring different cultures. For those who have a wanderlust for life, finding opportunities abroad might be the perfect way to satisfy that desire. In this article by NBC, they outline ways you can do exactly that. You might even currently be in a position that allows you to make that move, so here are some ways that you can find work abroad:

Do freelance work
Connect with international recruiters
Find a job that will let you work remotely
Check to see if the company has offices abroad or offers foreign assignments

If any of these options resonate with you and if this is something that has been on your mind for some time, there’s no better time to take the plunge than now!

Internship Opportunities

Minority Health and Health Disparities Research International Training Program

So I Got the Job, Now What? Bringing Your Authentic Self to the Workplace!

Toppel Spotlight

Information Technology Student Trainee Undergraduate Internship
U.S. Government Accountability Office

Product Design Intern Summer 2023
Hudl

Internal Audit Summer 2023 Internship
Weyerhaeuser

Technology and Engineering Internship
AvidXchange

Automotive Audio Systems Intern
Tesla

Global Technology Engineer Graduate Internship
Nike

Sales – Chemicals Internship
Procter & Gamble (P&G)

Public Relations Intern
Apple

2023 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Summer Intern
Chick-fil-A

Spring Intern
Academy of Country Music

This opportunity is available for all undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students from all academic disciplines interested in health disparities. The aim of the program is to expand and enhance research capacity to create a culturally sensitive and competent workforce.

Students will participate in a two-week Global Health Disparities Summer Research Institute and a ten-week research experience in a host country. All travel expenses are paid, and recipients will additionally receive a stipend.

The deadline to apply is November 30th, 2022. More information can be found here.

On Tuesday, October 25th from 5 PM – 6 PM, Brave Spaces will explore the various ways we bring our diverse identities into the job search and workplace authentically. We will feature special guests who will share their experiences navigating the workplace environment with both professionalism and authenticity, as well as share practical tips to embrace workplace inclusion. Join us as we discuss how to bring our authentic selves to the workplace and create strategies for success!

Brave Spaces strive to provide a supportive and safe space for student dialogue in order to achieve overall community building. These spaces provide a platform for education, thought, expression, and resolve. In a world where fear is present, we strive to exchange fear for bravery by empowering others to use their voice, practice active listening, and show empathy to create change one conversation at a time. Register at the link above or register on zoom here!

Katerina Fernandez

Career Coach

Meet Katerina Fernandez! She is a senior Political Science, Spanish, Classics, Theatre, and Philosophy major from Naples, FL.

She is the vice chair of the Student Government’s Election Commission, and a member of FEC, Above the Bar, Lucha Latina, the Racquetball club.

One way she had to #LevelUp was to get out of her comfort zone and reach out to people. Talking and asking questions might seem awkward at first, but remember that your professors and professional staff are here to help you succeed. Reaching out to others has led to her leadership position in Student Government, research opportunities, and job opportunities!

Piece of Advice:
“Never be afraid to ask questions. Reach out to people and professors that interest you. The right question can open all the right doors.”

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