Each Friday during Career Month, the Career Center is sponsoring Virtual Recruitment Events for a different industry. This week’s event is focusing on Advocacy, Social Services, Education, Law & Policy.

Friday, April 16, 2021 - 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.              

You will have a chance to meet with top employers to discuss internships, career and employment opportunities and explore their career options. There will be social science opportunities for students of all levels-from first-year students to graduate students.

 Our employers love UMBC students and they return to UMBC again and again in search of top candidates!

But, some students find that a virtual recruitment event can be very hectic and intimidating. You may even have to wait in a virtual que before you can speak with the employer of your choice. So, it is very important that you are prepared for this important event and that you have a positive attitude while participating.

Below are some tips on how you can prepare for a virtual recruitment event.

1. Keep focused on the camera so that you appear to make eye contact with your interviewer.
2. Dress for an in-person interview (no casual clothes).
3. Test it out! Make a practice call to a friend prior to the interview to make sure that your audio/video are clear. Be sure to find a spot with the strongest connection (and clean backdrop).
4. Make sure your background surroundings are neutral, professional, and distraction-free to ensure that your interviewer will be able to clearly see and hear you. Find a spot with good lighting and minimal glare.
5. Limit distractions.
6. Pay attention to your posture and body language. Use your facial expressions to show you are engaged and listening.
7. Close other programs on your computer.
8. Next to your computer, arrange notes outlining your relevant skill sets, along with examples using those skills that match the position requirements as well as your résumé and job description, but refer to them as little as possible. You don’t want to seem like you are reading. Consider highlighting keywords or phrases you want to be sure to use.
9. Research the organization’s website prior to the interview, taking note of their mission, values, and current information.  Using the link above, you will find the list of employers.
10. Keep track of your time, so you’ll need to be able to see a clock.
11. Prepare thoughtful questions beforehand.
12. As with any interview – be sure to follow up!
13. Use a great 30-second commercial. The commercial should identify who you are, highlight a few accomplishments and strengths, show how you can add value to the company, and be concise. Use your pitch to start a conversation with employers. Practice with friends in advance!  
14. Ask the employer good, thoughtful questions.
15. Take notes and do what you say you will do.

The Dean of Medical Education's Inaugural Academy for Research, Clinical, and Health Equity Scholarship (ARCHES) is a six-week program for six undergraduate students who are rising juniors and seniors interested in pursuing medical studies. 

All students are encouraged to apply, including those from backgrounds underrepresented in the health professions and those who identify as first-generation college students. 

This program will engage selected participants in:

• Clinical experience
• Guided research
• Immersive service at Georgetown University
• Greater DC community on issues of health equity

Program Dates & Benefits:

Preference will be given to permanent residents of the District of Columbia (DC).

Complete program details may be found in the application.  

Applications are due by March 19th, 2017 at 5 PM EST. 

For more information on GU ARCHES, please contact Nickole Sharp, Director of Diversity and Inclusion in the School of Medicine at Georgetown University, via phone (202) 687-7320 or email Nickole.Sharp@georgetown.edu with the subject heading "GU ARCHES Question".

BEYA STEM Career Fair and Conference

FREE!!!!

Open to All Students

(Jobs--full-time, part-time, internships and graduate admissions)

BEYA Conference - February  9-11, 2017

Career Fair - Saturday, February 11, 2017 (10 am - 4 pm)

Washington Marriott Wardman Park
2660 Woodley Road NW
Washington DC, 20008

The BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference sponsored by Career Communications Group will be held February 9-11, 2017 as part of this large annual conference, representatives from several major corporations and universities will be on hand to meet with students pursuing careers in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) fields as well as Business, Finance, and Marketing.  Why you should attend:

• FREE Career Fair
• Career exhibits
• 50 + seminars and workshops
• On the spot job offers
• Networking with recruiters
• Job readiness certification for college students.

The Career Fair portion of the conference, on Saturday, is free of charge for UMBC students and alumni with an active UMBC email address. All students are welcome to attend. Dress to impress and bring plenty of updated resumes!

Registration is required (deadline to pre-register is Feb. 3).

To register and for additional information:  http://careers2.umbc.edu/calendar/fairs/beya2017.php

Contact Diane Crump-Fogle or Ashley Luster of the UMBC Career Center for additional information at crump@umbc.edu.

 Free Shuttle Bus:

Note:  The free shuttle bus is full. If you would like to go on the wait list, be sure to complete the shuttle bus registration form at the bottom of the BEYA registration page: http://careers2.umbc.edu/calendar/fairs/beya2017.php. We will then contact you if/when seats become available.  The free shuttle will run only on Saturday between 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Transportation to and from other conference events (such as the BEYA Gala held Saturday evening) is on your own. 

For a list of some of the employers, see:  List of Employers.