Career Newsletter Fall 2010, Number 2
Inside This Issue: News from Career and Student Services Announcements Internship Survey Resume Resources Career Opportunities Career Center Materials
September 20, 2010
Matt Upton, Director of Student Services 1025 Allen Building (979) 862-8824 mupton@bushschool.tamu.edu http://bush.tamu.edu/careerservices Schedule a Meeting
News from Career and Student Services For those of you considering a career in international development, Przemek Praszczalek, a 2005 Bush School MPIA graduate, has provided the Top 10 Things to Do if You Want a Career in International Development. Przemek also shared a link for those of you interested in working in the Washington, DC area. Check out DC LinkTank.
Announcements Wednesday, September 22 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Room 1063 U.S. State Department Careers and Internships Hosted by Amb. Larry Napper (ret), Director of the Scowcroft Institute of International Affairs and Bush School Career Services Friday, September 24 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Room 1063 Visit from Ambassador Ronald K. Mullen, the State Department Ambassador in Residence in Austin. All those interested in internships or careers with the U.S. State Department are encouraged to attend. New Dates Wednesday, October 6 (interviews for selected candidates on Thursday, October 7) 5:30 PM, Room 1110 Central Intelligence Agency, Directorate of Intelligence (Analytical side) Information Session for jobs and internships View Application Instructions
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Thursday, October 28 (interviews for selected candidates on Friday, October 29) Central Intelligence Agency, National Clandestine Services Information session (jobs only, but open to both 1st and 2nd year students) Details to follow
Internship Survey In order to assist the 1st year students with their internship searches, we will be building a searchable database of potential internship opportunities. Part of that database will be based on your responses to the Internship Survey. Please, click here to complete a brief survey about your internship this summer.
Resume Resources The semester is moving along quickly, and if you haven’t made an appointment to discuss your resume, you should really start considering doing so. To schedule a meeting, visit meetwith.me/matthewupton. This is a new service we are trying out, so if you don’t get a response within a few days, email me or stop by my office. In the meantime, below are a few resume resources to help you prepare a top-notch resume. Federal Resume Handbook Application Manager (Now required for Federal Applications) Insider’s Guide to Resume Writing from Career Hub
Career Opportunities Many of the Career Opportunities listed here may be searching for candidates who can begin their employment much earlier than your expected graduation date. However, these opportunities are currently available, and if you are interested in a particular opportunity, you are encouraged to inquire about the position. City of North Richland Hills,TX Assistant to the City Manager Gallup Organization Program Director for Government Business Development Government Contract Manager, Washington, DC Government Proposal Manager, Washington, DC National Center for Public Performance Managing Director This professional opportunity is currently being offered at the School of Public Affairs and Administration, Rutgers University-Newark (spaa.newark.rutgers.edu). The individual will
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coordinate publications, networks, surveys, conferences and facilitate development of projects dealing with e-governance, shared services, public-private partnerships, performance measurement and improvement. This individual must either possess a Masters degree or must show substantial progress towards the degree. Excellent communication skills are also required. Up to 37.5 hours per week. $15-$25/hr. (no benefits). To June 30, 2011; may lead to longer term position as of July 1, 2011. Send letter, c.v. and writing sample to spaa@andromeda.rutgers.edu. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) Search for: San Diego Hiring Event – Intelligence Analysis *Extended* Interviews may be conducted via Skype; attendance in San Diego will be at your own expense National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) Legislative Assistant Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group LLC Director of Candidate Services Office of Inspector General, Dallas, TX Program Analyst Organization of American States (OAS) -Department for Effective Public Management (DGPE) Public Administration Consultant Senior Consultant for Paraguay Administrative Reform Peace Corps Peace Corps has more than 7,600 opportunities for people to teach, work with youth, perform HIV/AIDS education, share business or information technology skills, raise environmental awareness or improve agricultural practices. Each position is uniquely challenging and provides an opportunity to work within an international community on sustainable development initiatives. People who are looking for opportunities to build their skills, who are eager to make an impact on peoples’ lives and who are ready to experience life in another culture, in rural communities or large cities, should apply by Friday, Oct. 1. Applicants need a relevant degree in one of these fields listed above. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree outside of these fields must have a willingness to gain at least 3-6 months of teaching, tutoring, HIV/AIDS or agricultural volunteer work. To learn more about the opportunities, go to www.peacecorps.gov/events. Texas Department of Rural and Affairs Application Instructions Recent Postings
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The New Teacher Project Project Director (Multiple Positions) Candidates should have more than 5 years of experience Interested applicants should contact DBMaddox@gmail.com USAJobs.com Listings
DOD Policy Analyst NGA GEOINT Analyst - China Branch Dept. of Commerce - International Trade Specialist U.S. Department of State Get information about career opportunities and learn about International Vacancies
Career Center Materials The following links are publications provided by the Texas A&M Career Center. Career Center Workshop Brochure (Fall 2010) Provides information about available resources and a calendar of events, including: Career Fairs, Resume Workshops, and much more. Destination Success Brochure Learn who to talk to and where to go at the TAMU Career Center in addition to the Career Services that are available to you at the Bush School. Destination Success Flyer Learn about the Online Resources that are offered by the TAMU Career Center and how you can register to take advantage of these tools for free.
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