This Week in the Engineering & Applied Sciences Community | February 29th, 2024

Good morning from the Engineering & Applied Sciences Career Community! This week we’ve got a handful of events, internships, and work opportunities available. So check that out down below!

Upcoming Events

March 4th, 2024 | Wix Webinar

Join Wix staff to learn more about creating your online portfolio website. We’ll cover how to plan a website, how to use the Wix platform, and explore professional design features. Sign-up to discover the basics in creating a Wix website as well as features to take your portfolio to the next level. And… a one-year FREE Wix premium plan to all attendees!

This is a great opportunity for anyone (especially engineering students) to highlight and showcase their projects to employers.

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March 4th, 2024 | Picture Your Success: Professional Headshot Event | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Are you looking to spruce up your LinkedIn profile with a professional headshot? Don’t miss out on the chance to get your photo taken for FREE at our Professional Headshot Event! Spaces are limited, so sign up today!

Suggested Attire: You’ll want to wear business professional or business casual attire for your photo. Consider the purpose of your photo and the type of opportunities you’re looking to seek. If you need attire, you can find an outfit for free by making an appointment at the Career Clothing Closet.

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March 6th, 2024 | Spring 2024 Resume Drive | 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us at the Greene Center for a resume drive co-sponsored with OMSA & the Kearns Center. Bring your resume, your questions and concerns! A polished resume can create opportunities for professional growth and development. The best kind of resume adequately describes your professional qualities and skills. Join us to get tips on making your resume the best it can be. Light refreshments will be available.

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March 7th, 2024 | Careers in the Energy and Water Sectors – UR Alumni Panel | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us virtually on Thursday, March 7th, from 7-8PM to talk with UR alumni from Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Earth and Environmental Sciences regarding their career paths in the energy & water sectors. Attendees include: • Sam Schacht ’19 – Project Manager, Clean Energy States Alliance • Eric Pinsker-Smith ’18 MS ’20 – Senior Analyst, Sustainable Energy Advantage • Eric Campbell ’09 – Managing Consultant, Guidehouse Inc. • Neil Stalter ’17 – Director of Ecology and Environmental Education, Candlewood Lake Authority • Chad Hunter ’12 – Director, ESG Modeling, Aspiration Climate Finance • Marissa Stanger ’14 – Program Director, National Energy Foundation • Hannah McDonough ’10 – Project Manager, Washington Water Trust • Katie McKendrick ’19 – Environmental Engineer, Jacobs Engineering

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Alumni Connected and Featured Opportunities.

March 27th, 2024 | Applications due for Optical Engineer Intern at ETC – Electronic Theatre Controls

This job requires US work authorization.

April 30th, 2024 | Applications due for Optical Design Engineer at ETC – Electronic Theatre Controls

This job requires US work authorization.

To discuss any of these opportunities and more, Career Advisors are available Monday – Friday to support you through 1:1 Appointments and Peer Career Advisors are available during Drop-In Hours on Monday & Wednesday from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm and Friday from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm.

Daniel Greninger, Career Advisor
Engineering & Applied Sciences Community

By Daniel Greninger
Daniel Greninger Career Advisor