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August 23, 2021

#BounceBack

Welcome back, Canes! We’re excited to join you back on campus for what will surely be an exciting and successful return. The past year has had its share of challenges, but the Cane community is known for its resilience, and our spirit is stronger than ever. With that in mind, our theme for this year is #BounceBack, and we’re excited to see all that you accomplish.

#BounceBack represents overcoming obstacles in your path to success, and emerging stronger and more determined on the other side. It’s about recovery, hope, and taking steps to seize and shape the future in meaningful ways. We will be featuring students who #BounceBack all year long in our Toppel Insider and on social media. Be sure to follow us, and tell us what you’ve been up to!

 

Aug.
24
NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program Virtual Info Session @ 3:00 PM
Aug.
24-26
2021 Fall Virtual Firm Risk Management Expo Series @ 5:00 PM
Aug.
24
Dow Electrical Engineering Virtual Information Session @ 7:30 PM
Aug.
31
PIMCO Summer Virtual Event Series – Technology @ 4:00 PM
Sep.
7
Negotiation Skills 101 Hosted by Techtronic Industries @ 12:00 PM

 

Toppel Services

This fall, Toppel will offer both in-person and virtual services to give you maximum flexibility. Meet with our career advisors in-person or on Zoom – with either option you can drop-in any time Monday-Friday from 8:30AM - 5:00PM to get your questions answered. We offer resume critiques, interview practice, and many other services that you can check out on our website. There will also be a number of career fairs throughout the semester, as well as information sessions and other workshops that can help you make connections and develop your skills. Many of these events will continue to be virtual with the option to request in person workshops for your student org.

Stay tuned for future issues of this Toppel Insider newsletter where we’ll include featured events, resources, and advice that could help you land your dream job, internship, or grad school!

 

Introducing Handshake

Whether you’re a first semester Cane or returning for another year, Handshake is a great resource that can help you in your job or internship search. Handshake is the platform that UM uses to connect you to thousands of amazing job and internship opportunities, networking events, and career advice from fellow college students across the world. Not sure what your career goals are or what kinds of jobs to look for? Handshake recommends opportunities based on your interests. As the semester begins, log in using your CaneID and password to activate your account and update your profile!

 

Find Cane2Cane Projects!

Cane2Cane is a community of UM students and alumni, created to facilitate career exploration and networking. Browse the network of Cane2Cane members based on industry, major, or an area of interest, then start conversations with potential mentors, explore articles, webinars, and other resources. If you want hands-on, practical experience in your area of interest, check out Cane2Cane Projects! These are short-term, virtual experiences with well-defined goals. They are learning opportunities supported by guided mentorship, and many of the projects will include a small stipend. Check out the “New Opportunities” section below in each issue of the Toppel Insider for a featured Cane2Cane Project.

 

New Opportunities

Toppel Internship Program

Headshots At Home

Toppel Spotlight


Jobs/Internships:


JUNIOR BUSINESS ASSISTANT, WRITER
Gen Global Solutions


BUSINESS ANALYST
Flagler Investment Holdings


MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Bal Harbour Shops, LLC


MATH AND SCIENCE PROGRAM MEMBER
Upward Bound at FIU


FOOD PANTRY COORDINATOR
Single Stop at MDC


LITERACY AMERICORPS MEMBER (PART-TIME/FULL-TIME)
Americorps


Cane2Cane Project:


SOFTWARE ENGINEER (2 WEEKS)
Gator Wagers




If you have an internship this fall, consider enrolling in the Toppel Internship Program! TIP provides a FREE way for you to gain academic course credit for your internship experience. The 1-credit notation counts toward overall credits; however, it does not count toward graduation credits or GPA points. You can participate in TIP whether your experience is paid or unpaid, part-time or full-time!

Once you have secured an internship offer, register your experience here to enroll. You must complete this learning contract prior to the start date of your internship. If your internship will be over the course of multiple semesters, you must submit a new learning contract for each semester.

You can learn more about the Toppel Internship Program on our website.


Headshots are an important part of your professional brand. If you’re looking to take a great headshot from home this semester, no need to buy a fancy camera! Your mobile phone can take a high-quality picture, if you pay attention to the details. Pick a background that is clean and non-distracting. Consider your outfit, the angle, and finishing touches that you can add to polish your headshot.

Check out our guide for taking Headshots at Home.

Isabelle Farah

Social Media Intern

Isabelle Farah is a junior from Fort Lauderdale, FL majoring in Entrepreneurship. Outside of Toppel, she is involved in the UStart entrepreneurship club as well as the Ad Group advertising club. This year she is excited to work on the UM Orange Umbrella team as a content creater and also join the rowing team!

Best Advice?

Be open to new opportunites and have a positive attitude. You never know what one person or opportunity could lead you to next so always give it your all and have fun.

#BounceBack Story?

Unfortunately I wasn't able to get an internship this summer but that didn't stop me from learning new things and pushing myself. I taught myself everything there is to know about dropshipping, I read multiple self-help and business books, and conducted market research on a potential product idea to bring to market. Summer is a great time to work on things you are passionate about and that's just what I did to #BounceBack!

 
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