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October 18, 2021

#BounceBack

Meet Lisi Toro! Lisi is a senior majoring in International Finance & Marketing, with a minor in Accounting. Lisi works with the Galician Institute for Economic Promotion in the United States to organize commercial agendas and to arrange meetings with international companies and agencies. She says Toppel and Handshake helped her navigate her career path, including landing this internship opportunity, which she says covered all her needs and allowed her to apply her skills in an industry setting. Lisi had to #BounceBack from rejections due to her residential status as an international student with a student visa, but she is now enjoying her work.

Some advice from Lisi: The University of Miami along with Toppel gives you all the tools you need to be successful in your field. Take advantage of everything they offer!

 

Oct.
18
Kimley-Horn Career Development Workshop @ 6:00 PM
Oct.
19
What Is Investing? Hosted by Girls Who Invest @ 12:30 PM
Oct.
20
Lunch & Learn: First Coast Service Options, Inc. Employer Spotlight @ 1:00 PM
Oct.
20
Life Design Series: Dysfunctional Beliefs that Hold Us Back @ 6:00 PM
Oct.
27
CIA Coffee Chats – IN PERSON

 

Virtual Healthcare Career Fair

The Virtual Healthcare Career Fair is this week! This is a great chance for anyone interested in pursuing a career in healthcare to connect with industry professionals. Join us virtually on Wednesday, October 20th, from 4:00-6:00 PM to gain exposure to a broad spectrum of career paths, learn about internships and full-time positions, and network with employers in the healthcare industry.




 

Who's Hiring?

Did you know that companies use Handshake to schedule virtual interviews and coffee chats with students? Check out this article for some tips on how to prepare for your virtual one-on-one with an employer, so you can feel confident and ready to put your best foot forward when the time comes.

Here are some upcoming 1:1 interview sessions that you can register for today:

 

Get Performance Feedback

Skillsurvey allows you to receive constructive performance feedback from your supervisors, coworkers, faculty, or mentors that can help you learn, grow, and prepare for the next step in your career. By signing up for SkillSurvey, you and your evaluator will receive a brief questionnaire measuring your skills and behaviors across 8 key competency areas: Professionalism, Communication, Technology, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Career & Self-Development, Leadership, and Equity & Inclusion. Once completed, your responses will be generated into a Career Readiness Report highlighting your ratings for each competency area, as well as your overall career readiness level. Your self-ratings will be compared alongside your evaluators’ ratings to:

  • Identify areas for growth
  • Determine your areas of strength
  • Gain insight as to how your ratings compare
  • Make a plan based on suggestions from your evaluator
Sign up here!

 

New Opportunities

Find Mentors on Cane2Cane

The Informational Interview

Toppel Spotlight


Jobs/Internships:


INTERNSHIP/SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES WITH AMERICORPS
View Padlet Map Here


CRM SUPPORT ANALYST
Miami Dolphins


BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP
Danaher Corporation


COMMUNICATION AND CHANGE MANAGEMENT INTERN
Willis Towers Watson


REMOTE CLINICAL RESEARCH INTERNSHIP
Nathan Kline Institute


THE ROAD TO EQUAL JUSTICE PROGRAM INTERN
Peace Tech Lab


RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY - MONITORING BIOLOGICAL INTEGRITY OF THE GREAT LAKES
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education



Featured Project:


MARKETING DEVELOPMENT FOR BOOK LAUNCH
SophieWade




Have you connected with a potential mentor on Cane2Cane? We understand that reaching out for the first time can be intimidating - that's why we are encouraging you to complete the Connection Success Pathway on Cane2Cane by Friday, November 12th to be entered for a chance to win UM gear!

The Connection Success Pathway will guide you through the steps of requesting, landing, and completing an informational interview. An informational interview is an opportunity to learn more about a specific industry, career opportunity, or professional. The pathway is made up of thirteen steps that include videos, quizzes, and interactive activities. By the time you finish all thirteen steps, you'll have confidently completed an informational interview, from initial preparation all the way to follow up. After completing this pathway, you will be well-prepared to connect with UM alumni, UM faculty/staff, and friends of the U on the C2C platform.

To begin, access the Connection Success Pathway from your C2C homepage.


As the saying goes, information is power - and informational interviews can be crucial to helping you become well-informed about the industry or company you’re considering joining. They’re also a great way to network and develop some contacts in your field. So, don’t let a little fear of the unknown get in your way!

Here’s a guide to help you make the most out of your informational interviews and take some of the awkwardness out of the process.

Laura Landetta

Front Desk Intern

Laura Landetta is a sophomore from Ecuador, with double majors in International Studies and Political Science. Laura is a transfer student, and this is her first semester at UM. She hopes to do well in class and become more meaningfully involved on campus. Laura says it's important to "make time for things that make you happy."

#BounceBack Story:

I had to #BounceBack from the fears I felt toward my accent when speaking in English. I believed that, because of my accent, no one would take me seriously and that I would not be able to get the same opportunities as someone who speaks the language perfectly or looks different from me. The moment I got out of that dark mentality, I realized that I can get all the opportunities I want if I put my mind to it and showcase my best qualities and personality.

 
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