Happy start to the season of Autumn, Social Good Career Community! Hope that this point in the semester is treating you with such kindness. Looking forward to further engagement with you all as we continue to progress in the semester! We’ve got exciting upcoming events as well an exciting internship opportunity to shout out for you this week.
Are You Ready for Fall Career Week?
Next week is Fall Career Week, and with it comes several great new events to engage with your future in both higher education and the world of work! During this week, from September 30th to October 4th, the Greene Center will be hosting these events:
Career Clothing Pop-up!
Wednesday, September 25th from 1:30PM-3:00PM (Register Here!)
Employer/Student Diversity Networking Reception:
Monday, September 30th from 4:30PM-6:00PM (Register Here!)
In-Person Career Expo: Tuesday, October 1st from 11:00AM-2:00PM (Register Here!)
Legal Pathways: UR Alumni Networking Event + 2024 Law and Grad School Fair
Wednesday, October 2nd from 3:00PM-4:00PM (Register Here!) AND
Wednesday, October 2nd from 4:00PM-6:00PM (Register Here!)
For more information about these Career Week opportunities and to stay updated on all future Greene Center programming, click here!
Exciting Internship and Learning Opportunities!
Second Day Information Session: Unlock your Social Impact Career!
October 9th from 7:00PM-8:15PM (Register Here!)
Looking to get connected with internships in the social impact field? The Social Day Impact Fellowship could be the opportunity for you! Social Day is a nonprofit focusing on dismantling inequities in social impact career hiring. This information session will share more about the Second Day Impact Fellowship, as well as how it connects talented individuals to paid internships, community-building, and professional development.
The Wilson Center Internship Opportunities!
(Learn More Here!)
Interested in working for a foreign policy think-tank? The Wilson Center has got you covered! With opportunities available for both Research Assistant and Staff Assistant positions in a variety of locations and formats, there’s something for everyone interested in a career in foreign policy. Learn more about the Center’s offerings and details about the application process at the link above.
LGBTQ+ Guide to Law Schools!
(Read Here!)
Are you a part of the LGBTQ+ community and interested in a career in the legal profession? This guide courtesy of LSAC (the Law School Admission Council) details several ways to navigate specific institutions as a prospective law student. It goes into detail on several policies and practices that tend to impact the student experience, as well as direct contacts by school if you have further questions. For further diversity in law-related resources, check out this link here.
To discuss these opportunities or for any other career-related concerns, schedule an appointment with a Greene Center advisor through Handshake.
Take your time, keep your head above water, make time for rest, and know that you are a budding scholar on the road to your chosen field! Have a great week.
Faith Welsford | Career Advisor
Social Good Community
