#KeepinIt100

Meet Michael Robinson Jr., a senior neuroscience major with minors in chemistry and LGBTQ+ studies!

This past summer, Michael was accepted into the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program at the University of Miami. Here he was paired with a research mentor and given a project to present at both a poster presentation and a conference.

During his time at UM, Michael also conducted research in the SHINE Lab, focusing on microaggressions experienced by Black women living with HIV. This research inspired his senior honors thesis, which examines HIV and LGBTQ populations among Black women.

Michael says that Toppel has helped him over the past three years at the U and was responsible for taking many of the headshots he used during interviews and application processes. He also attended Toppel’s workshops through MSA’s Beyond the Horizons Program, where he learned more about networking and building a professional resume. Lastly, he learned how to obtain professional clothing through the Toppel Insider and used platforms like Handshake to find internships he applied for.

Piece of Advice:

“Never live in regret - I was once told that regret is a wasted emotion, and that stuck with me. It’s easy to dwell on what might have been, but it’s far more important to focus on what could be. Now, I live by that mantra. Life is full of opportunities, and sometimes the biggest risks bring the greatest rewards. Always take chances, even if you doubt yourself. Growth happens outside your comfort zone, and by taking that leap, you open yourself to possibilities you never imagined.”

Sep. 16	EPIC (Employer Practice Interviews & Critiques) @ 10 AM
Sep. 16	Job & Internship Expo Prep Session hosted by Bloomberg @ 5 PM
Sep. 17	Perfect your elevator pitch: Strategies for navigating cultural nuances in the US @ 4 PM
Sep. 17	BreakThru Diversity Mixer @ 4 PM
Sep. 18	Job & Internship Expo/Graduate School Fair @ 1 PM
Sep. 20	Accounting Career Fair @ 12 PM

Attend the Accounting Career Fair

Looking for careers in accounting, finance, or economics? If so, then don’t miss the Accounting Career Fair this Friday at 12 PM in the Lakeside Village Expo Center! This is your chance to find prime opportunities to connect with recruiters from top firms and companies across the country.

Some of the industry’s major players, including Deloitte, PwC, Berkowitz Pollack Brant, KPMG, Grant Thornton, and more, will be in attendance. So whether you’re aiming to secure an internship or land your first job right out of school, this fair is your chance to make it happen!

Break Through With the BreakThru Diversity Mixer

When it comes to choosing a career, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) can play an important role in how one feels within the workplace. To ensure that we are connecting diverse students to employers who value DEIB, we’ll be hosting our BreakThru Diversity Mixer on September 17 at 4 PM in the Lakeside Village Auditorium & Expo Center.

This event is designed for underrepresented student populations, including Black, Indigenous, & People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+, first generation, and students with disabilities, to connect with employers who value and promote DEIB.

It serves as a lead into our signature Job & Internship Expo/Graduate School Fair and supports future professionals by providing them an early opportunity to connect with employers before attending Expo.

Get Ready for the Largest Career Fair Event at UM

UM’s signature recruiting event is here, and this Wednesday you’re able to explore hundreds of internships, full-time job opportunities, and graduate schools both locally and nationally. On September 18 at 1 PM in the Herbert Wellness Center, students from all majors and class levels are encouraged to attend the Job & Internship Expo/Graduate School Fair.

This is your chance to meet with recruiters from various industries, including healthcare, communication, government, business, non-profit, science, technology, and more! You'll also meet with graduate schools to find out their requirements and apply on-site. For any career fair, it’s best to come prepared, and here are some ways that you can do so:

If you’re ready to meet with major employers and graduate schools to take that next step in your career, register now so you can see what opportunities are out there for you!

Internship Opportunities

Job Postings

Engineering Career Day

Toppel Spotlight

Business Operations Internships
The Cincinnati Insurance Companies

Cybersecurity Technology Internship
Santander US

Summer Accounting Internship
Ag Processing Inc (AGP)

Manufacturing Engineer Internship
New Flyer of America

Hospitality Introduction Internship
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Federal Student Intern: Paralegal/Pre-Law
Internships4Diversity

Summer 2025 Internship Opportunities
Plains All American Pipeline

Celebrity and Influencer Engagement Intern
The Nature Conservancy

Environmental Internship
Eagle Mine

Health and Safety Internship
Eagle Mine

Marine Science Technician
U.S. Coast Guard

Natural Resources Specialist/Fish Biologist
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

Architectural Designer
HNM Architecture

Marketing Coordinator
Hagos Marketing

Lead Researcher
Marketing for Change

Finance Operations Manager
New York City Campaign Finance Board

Research Technician
Scripps Research

Business to Business Sales Representative
TTEC

AI Research Engineer
Southwest Research Institute

Staff Attorney Family Law
Legal Assistance of Western NY, Inc. (LawNY)

Are you ready to explore the field of engineering or interested in discovering new career paths? Join us next Friday, September 27, from 12 – 3 PM at the Lakeside Village Expo Center for the Engineering Career Day, hosted in collaboration with the College of Engineering.

This exclusive event will connect you with a diverse range of companies eager to fill internships and full-time roles in the engineering and technology sectors. Whether you're looking to start your career or explore new opportunities, don't miss the chance to meet recruiters who are ready to help you take the next step!

Natalie Gutierrez

Career Coach

Meet Natalie Gutierrez, a senior computer science major with minors in mathematics and business technology! Natalie is part of the Google Developer Club and First Gen Canes Club.

Something she wishes she had known in her previous years at the U is that there is always a support system around you, and if you need help, you should not hesitate to seek it. Making sure you take advantage of the U’s great resources will help you succeed and make you feel like you are not alone.

One way that Natalie is #KeepinIt100 to achieve her career goals is by setting realistic goals. She now avoids comparing her journey to others and instead focuses on what success looks like for her.

She was able to obtain an internship at the end of May, and although many may say that if you do not obtain an internship early, you are out of luck…by not comparing herself to others, staying optimistic, and putting in hard work, she was able to still obtain a great internship that has helped her accelerate her career journey!

Piece of Advice:

“Do not compare yourself and your journey to others. We all have our timelines and our strengths, and if you compare yourself to others, you will just be hurting yourself.”

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