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A&S Professional Development Program in Washington D.C.

Students at the US Capitol

Spring Break 2022 The program will include an informational interview with professional(s) in Washington DC who work in an area of interest to you, reception with UA alumni and other professionals, interest sessions to learn about internships/jobs in DC, events at government sites, tours, visits to historical sites and cultural centers. Cost for double hotel room accommodations: $1000 Metro Card Weekly Pass $60 Meals: On your own (Please note that some optional group meals will be arranged but not paid […]

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RISE (Research In Science & Engineering) Internship Opportunites

DAAD Research Internship in Science and Engineering (RISE) Germany and Professional for 2022 – the deadline for applications is December 15th (11:59 pm CET – Central European Time). The program is open to students majoring in biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, earth science, engineering or a closely related field. For more info, there is a RISE livestream info session and Q&A on November 30th 3pm EST/12pm PST. UNIVERSITY SUMMER COURSE GRANTS University Summer Course Grant – deadline December 1 (11:59 […]

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Seed Grant Funding Available

The Levitetz Seed Grant Initiative is looking for applications from students for $3000 grants to create new (or further develop existing) business ideas, social entrepreneurship projects, or creative projects. All students are eligible, and the deadline is December 3, 2021. For more information, there will be informational zoom sessions on: November 17       3:00-4:00 pm November 18       11:00-12:00 am November 30        2:00-3:00 Or visit the Levitetz Leadership Program website at https://llp.ua.edu/innovation-seed-grants/

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Career Center Seminars for Freshmen and Sophomores

Beginner’s Guide to Career Development Thursdays at Noon-Career Center, Ferguson Registration required via Handshake https://ua.joinhandshake.com/login 8/26 Career Center Open House:: Claim Your Handshake 9/2 Resources to Help You Explore major and Career Options 9/9 College Resume Development 9/16 Internship Opportunities You can Find at the Career Fair 9/23 Email development (letters of inquiry) & Interview Skills 9/30 Connection on LinkedIn and Handshake 10/7 Beginning YOUR Career Plan For details https://mysource.ua.edu/organization/careercenter/events

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Career Center Events

Juniors, Seniors and Grad Students:  Check out what the Career Center offers you! Registration required through Handshake https://ua.joinhandshake.com/login . Wednesdays at NOON at the Career Center 8/25 Resume Writing and On-line Applications 9/1 Cover Letters and Interviews 9/8 Connection through LinkedIn and Handshake 9/15 Connection through Career Fairs 9/22 Networking and Landing interviews 9/29 Negotiating an Offer For more information: https://mysource.ua.edu/organization/careercenter/events

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A&S Fall Break Service Learning Trip Info Session: Project Chimps

Attend this meeting to learn about this year’s fall break opportunity for service learning and fun!!  A&S students will go to Project Chimps (a refuge for retired research chimps near Blue Ridge Georgia) to provide support to their efforts.  Job assignments may include grounds work, event preparation for fundraiser, website support, grounds work, animal care, etc.  Student will benefit from the working with a non–profit organization, networking opportunities with other volunteers and staff, and interaction with other A&S students. Group […]

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