#BossedUp

Meet Haley Plaas! Haley is a senior double-majoring in Marine Science and Biology and has minors in Chemistry and Motion Pictures. Her past internships and continuous research at UM RSMAS helped her get #BossedUp. She is also a co-founder of a recent initiative to reduce plastics, Drive Away Waste.

Haley interned with Cape Ann Whale Watch the summer after her freshman year, where she worked as a naturalist, recorded whale behavior, and taught ecotourists on the boat about whales and human impacts on oceanic environments. She also interned with Mote Marine Laboratories as a research assistant where she studied Red Tide blooms and other harmful algal blooms in the state of Florida. She says this is where she found her long-term research interest in water quality and aquatic toxicant transport.

Her work in three diverse laboratories at RSMAS has also helped her become career ready. “Being in the lab helped me gain several important research skills and improved my confidence to conduct experiments. Being around the PhD students helped me prepare for the next step, which is pursuing my own PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at UNC-CH. I now am studying Cyanobacterial HABs in the labs of Dr. Larry Brand and Dr. Kimberly Popendorf, where I am completing a senior thesis experiment so I can graduate with honors in May.”

Some advice from Haley: “GET INVOLVED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! My GPA and test scores are extremely average, but my involvement in a diverse range of activities and experiences are what have gotten the attention of job offers and graduate programs.”

Mar. 18	AWS Cleared Opportunities - Systems Engineering Associate (webinar) @ 2:00PM
Mar. 19	Instajob: Utilizing Social Media for Career Opportunities @ 5:30PM
Mar. 19	Merrill Lynch Women’s Virtual Career Event @ 7:30PM
Mar. 20	Women’s Commission 48th Annual Breakfast @ 8:00AM
Mar. 20	Kraft Heinz Speaker Series (Webinar) @ 1:00PM
Mar. 20	Negotiating your Offer - Presented by Nielsen @ 7:00PM
Mar. 21	What Can You Do with an Engineering and Computer Science Degree? Presented by Nielsen @ 11:30AM
Mar. 21	U.S. Department of State info sessions @ 5:00PM and 6:15PM
Mar. 21	Job Search for International Students: Part 2 @ 5:30PM

Instajob: Utilizing Social Media
for Career Opportunities

Tuesday, March 19th
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Securing a job can sometimes be more about WHO you know than WHAT you know. In this workshop, we'll talk about about ways you can maximize your social media accounts and other digital platforms to open doors to your new career. Join the Toppel Career Center and learn about different strategies you can use to make the most of your social connections.

Register for this event on Handshake.

The Qualities of a Strong Leader

Strong leaders have the ability to influence others and guide them towards a specific goal. While some leadership skills are innate, others can be learned and improved upon over time.

Check out this great video from CandidCareer.com and learn about the unique qualities exemplified by strong leaders.

CandidCareer.com is a free online resource available to UM students. Watch informational videos about different industries, explore the ins-and-outs of certain job positions, or simply use it as another source of general career advice. This is a great resource to take advantage of during the job search process!

Tips for First-Round Interviews

After researching multiple companies, you’ve polished your resume and networked with employers at the career fair. You finally receive news that you’ve landed a couple of first-round interviews! This is a major accomplishment in the job search process. How do you share more about what you have to offer and convince employers that you’re the perfect fit for the position?

This article from WayUp shares 7 first-round interview tips that will help you land a second-round interview!

Jobs & Internships

FSU Law Summer Program

The Business of Healthcare

Toppel Spotlight

UNITED NATIONS
Multiple Internships

NORTHWELL HEALTH
Multiple Internships

CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT
Internal Audit Intern

VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA
Audi- PR
Communications Intern

DYNAMIC MANUFACTURING, INC.
Multiple Internships

HINT, INC.
Summer Sales Intern (Multiple Cities)

JOHNS HOPKINS CENTER FOR TALENTED YOUTH (SUMMER PROGRAMS)
Biological Science Teaching Assistants (Residential Summer Employment)

VOLVO CAR USA
Intern: Government Reporting Specialist

MIAMI FREERUNNING
& PARKOUR ACADEMY
Marketing Content
Creator Intern

WYNDHAM VACATION RENTALS
2019 Hospitality Summer
Internship

Program dates:
June 12 – July 10, 2019

Application deadline:
April 1st

Florida State’s College of Law is currently accepting applications for this year’s ABA award-winning four-week summer law program that provides students with an in-depth look at law school and the legal profession. Sixty students from across the country will be invited to participate in the 2019 program which will take place at the FSU College of Law in Tallahassee from June 12 - July 10th.

The application deadline is April 1st, however, students are encouraged to apply early as admissions are on a rolling basis.

Additional information, including the online application, can be found here.

Friday, March 29, 2019

As a UM student interested in health care, you may qualify to attend "The Business of Health Care: Technology & People: U.S. & Beyond” on Friday, March 29, 2019 as a VITAS Scholar.

This scholarship includes complimentary admission to the conference and is by invitation only. Students selected to be VITAS scholars must attend a VITAS Scholars orientation on March 22, 2019.

Apply for a VITAS Scholarship here to attend the conference.

Ismaris Ocasio

Assistant Director Graduate Student Programs

I call myself the self-discoverer who uses my passions to truly get to know myself and those around me. I am really into astrology, interior design, aesthetics, and the beach for relaxation. I aspire to take care of myself holistically so I can live a life that is fulfilling in all areas. My interests in self-exploration and liberation are also reflective of my passion for intersectional social justice issues as I aspire to work with others to create environments that are more inclusive, connected, and socially conscious.

I attended Bridgewater State University for undergrad where I was extremely involved. My time consisted of being a full-time student, being a Resident Assistant, being a mentor to high school students, co-hosting “The Art of Hip-Hop” radio show, leading alternative break trips, attending study abroad tours, and serving as the programming chair for Bridgewater Coffeehouse Entertainment. My undergraduate experiences truly shaped who I am today and I`m incredibly grateful for the pearls I gained.