Nice local part-time job for academic year 2016-17 – excellent resume builder

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Culture, Health, and Science (CHS) Program Assistant for ‘16-’17- Apply by Monday, April 25th

CHSlogoThe Five College Program in Culture, Health, and Science (CHS) is looking for a program assistant for next year! CHS is a certificate program that allows students an opportunity to explore human health, disease and healing from an interdisciplinary perspective. The student program assistant plays an essential role for CHS to achieve its mission by working with the CHS Program Director, the CHS Steering Committee, and Five College central staff in a supportive capacity. This is a great opportunity for a student to connect with students and faculty in CHS, and be a part of exciting discussions about the goals and development of CHS. The Program Assistant position is approximately 8-10 hours per week during the academic year and receives a stipend of $2,600.

Requirements: The position requires strong communication, organization and leadership skills. Applicants must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and able to work on multiple projects at once. Candidates must be available for at least one full academic year; two or more years preferred. The program assistant does not necessarily have to be a CHS student, but an interest in the program and passion for health studies is preferred.

Major duties:
– Manage communications on the CHS email account to serve as the major point of contact for CHS inquiries, to answer questions and clear up confusion.
– Maintain CHS’s social media presence on Facebook and the website.
– Gather members, promote CHS, and spread knowledge of the certificate at CHS events and meetings around the Five Colleges (talks, a CHS Pizza Party each semester, and occasional information sessions on individual campuses).
– Assist the Program Director and faculty advisors to coordinate Steering Committee business as needed, and take minutes at monthly steering committee meetings and distribute.
– Conduct regular maintenance of the Ever-Approved Courses list, and assist five college staff in posting CHS courses each semester as needed.
– Coordinate, organize and lead the monthly CHS student steering committee
– Collect and compile stories about CHS alumni to increase program continuity.

To apply: Reply to chs@fivecolleges.edu with a cover letter and resume by Monday, April 25th. In your cover letter (1) address the ways in which you are qualified for the CHS program assistant position, and (2) propose an idea or project that you could carry out for CHS (optional).

Great paid internships with upcoming deadlines

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The internships listed below can be found listed in CareerConnect or in CareerShift.

Summer Internship Program – Time, Inc.  Deadline April 15
Engagement Marketing Summer Intern – State Street – Deadline April 17
Marketing Intern – 3D Experience Platform – Dassault Systemes – Deadline April 17
Summer Intern (Corporate Risk) – Kroll Associates – Deadline April 20
David W. Davis Memorial Internship – Mass Port Authority – Deadline April 22
Resident Counselor at International ESL Summer Camp in Boston – Deadline April 22
Emerging Administrative Professionals Summer Internship Program for underrepresented minority students at UMass Medical School – Deadline April 25
Social Media, Marketing & Tech Intern – Tinkergarten – Deadline April 29
Summer PR & Marketing Intern – Corporate Ink – Deadline April 29
Executive Office Intern – UMass President’s Office (Shrewsbury) – Deadline May 8
Summer Management Trainee Intern – Enterprise Rent A Car – Deadline May 15
Horticulture Intern – The Esplanade Association – Deadline May 27th
Hospitality & Cruise Ship Intern – American Cruise Lines – Deadline May 30

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Seniors: excellent entry-level job in consulting for the public good – alumni affiliated

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PCG has begun recruiting for the Apprentice Business Analyst 2016 Program

Public Consulting Group (PCG) provides industry-leading management consulting and technology to help public sector education, health, human services, and other government clients achieve their performance goals and better serve populations in need.
PCG logoFor nearly 30 years, PCG has offered dynamic and challenging career opportunities with performance-driven rewards. Our corporate culture attracts candidates who are results-oriented and interested in serving the public sector while furthering their careers. Based on project needs and employees’ skills and interests, PCG provides ongoing opportunities for learning and individual growth, through formalized training and hands-on project experience.

Apprentice Business Analyst Program

PCG looks for highly talented and results-oriented recent college graduates with drive, determination and the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment to enter into its Apprentice Business Analyst (ABA) Program. Goals of the ABA program include the development of core competencies, such as achievement orientation, business process analysis, client orientation, relationship building and other technical consulting skills which are essential for a successful Business Analyst at PCG.

This is an excellent entry-level position for SBS majors.  Don’t delay – apply ASAP!

Sweet entry-level position in renewable energy consulting – in NYC

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phoenix energyPhoenix Energy is a New York City-based sustainable energy company, supplying New Yorkers with sustainable energy management solutions.

 

We are a close knit team of young and ambitious individuals. Our office is in WeWork, this is a unique space among many other creative and entrepreneurial minds, great for networking, and there are multiple amenities on every floor making it social and fun.

The role of an Energy Consultant is to develop territories and increase market penetration by engaging business owners, understanding their needs and presenting solutions. The Energy Consultant acts as a trusted advisor, managing the account, overseeing energy projects and helping clients reach their efficiency goals.

We provide training, guidance and continuous development. Members participate in book reports and create their own projects to help advance the brand and improve systems.

Our goal is to develop talent internally for career advancement.

What we are looking for:

  • 0 – 5 years Sales Experience
  • 4 year college degree
  • The right individual will be extremely personable, confident and possess a strong work ethic. They have a great ability to communicate and build rapport instantly with anyone.
  • You must be a problem solver, organized and able to manage many projects at one time.

 

Seniors: Qualitative Research Analyst position with BIA (Business Intelligence Advisors) – Deadline April 21, but apply sooner

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Business Intelligence Advisors will be holding an information session on Thursday, April 7th at 5pm in the 5th floor lounge of Goodell. They are looking for NON-business majors – perfect for SBS students.

Business Intelligence Advisors, Inc. (“BIA”) is an independent investment research firm serving institutional investors and hedge funds. BIA uses a proprietary behavioral assessment methodology to systematically analyze the language used in company disclosures and alert investors when management teams are conveying incomplete and unreliable information.

BIA is seeking qualified candidates who are interested in providing qualitative analysis and insights to help clients make investment decisions. The new hire will work closely with Senior Analysts and Research Managers to conduct intensive analysis of verbal corporate disclosures and deliver written reports to clients. Analysts will gain valuable research and analytical experience and will become well versed in business strategy, performance metrics and terminology. Candidates will also gain broad exposure to the buy side investment audience and financial markets. BIA is an entrepreneurial company. All Analysts directly contribute to growth and success of the business, and those who excel are frequently given opportunities to take on additional responsibilities.

Details of the position, and application instructions can be found in CareerConnect.

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Hot internships with upcoming deadlines

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SBS offers internship scholarships for unpaid internships.  This is a competitive application.  More information, and tips on writing a strong application can be found here.
Deadline March 30.

Global Student Internship – Commercial Banking – HSBC – deadline March 13
Marketing Research Intern – Applied Marketing Science, Inc. – deadline March 15
Tournament Management Intern – International Tennis Hall of Fame – deadline March 15
Human Resources & PR Intern – ISlide USA – deadline March 17
Research Summer Internship Program – Hedgeye Risk Management – deadline March 17
Summer EcoWorker – Ocean View Foundation – Block Island – deadline March 20
Events Management Intern or PR Intern – The Castle Group – deadline March 23
Summer Public Relations Intern – Next Step Communications – deadline June 6 but don’t delay

This is just a sampling of jobs posted in CareerConnect, the UMass Career Services job search database.  Visit CareerConnect often, as new positions are added all the time.
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Sweet entry level position for seniors interested in world languages and cultures, international relations, etc.

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The Five College Center for the Study of World Languages is hiring a
Program Assistant.

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Program assistants provide logistical, administrative, and curricular support for FCCSWL language programs and other activities of the FCCSWL.  Program assistants also work on FCCSWL language materials development projects as needed.

Your SBS Global Ed requirement has prepared you well very for this position.  Don’t delay!

Paralegal/Legal Assistant position with RichMay, and UMass PoliSci alum Howard Levin

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Position Description:
Provide essential administrative assistance to busy real estate, corporate, energy or litigation related practices. Work closely with attorneys on practice support, including substantial clerical tasks, work flow organization, billing, records maintenance and filing, interaction with clients, electronic filings, routine office support tasks and various other projects.

Requirements:
Excellent academic and personal credentials. Demonstrated organizational ability and computer skills, able to work independently in a demanding fast-paced environment with accuracy and attention to detail. Strong work ethic essential. MS Office Word, Excel with PowerPoint a plus. Experience appreciated but not required. Candidates interested in attending law school in future preferred; two year commitment required. Salary $34,000 plus paid Overtime.

Please send cover letter and resume to Legal Administrator Kathleen Shipp, kshipp at richmaylaw.com.

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Summer Internship with the Civil Rights Division of the MA Attorney General’s Office

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Civil Rights Division Non-Legal Intern  

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Internship Description

Primary Duties: Responsibilities include a wide range of duties relating to assisting the Division in investigating and prosecuting civil rights violations. Primary responsibilities are to conduct intake, screen and evaluate constituent complaints, investigate complaints, and respond to complainants. Other responsibilities include assisting Division attorneys in investigations and in case preparation, maintenance of Division files and statistics, and assisting with outreach events and other public presentations.

Position Requirements: Applicants must be undergraduates with excellent organizational, writing, and analytical skills; an ability to handle multiple tasks at once and balance both long- and short-term projects; strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public; strong oral communication and presentation skills; and a demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Division. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

There are three UMass SBS grads working in this division, so you will be in good company!

Please send cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript to
Asst. Attorney General Shaneka Davis at shanekadavis at gmail dot com AND to
Paralegal Paola Ozuna at paula.ozuna at state.ma.us

SBS note: make sure to have your resume and cover letter reviewed before you send them.

SBS note: you can apply for funding for this position through the SBS internship/scholarship program.  Funding application deadline is March 30.

Graduating senior Journalism majors: 11th Hour Food and Farming Journalism Fellowship – Deadline March 15

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The UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism is offering ten $10,000 postgraduate Food and Farming Journalism Fellowships in a program established by Michael Pollan, the John S. and James L. Knight Professor of Journalism at UC Berkeley. The fellowship, a project of the Knight Center in Science and Environmental Journalism, is supported by a grant from The 11th Hour Project, a program of The Schmidt Family Foundation. Aimed at early and mid career journalists, the Fellowship presents an opportunity to report ambitious long form stories on the full range of subjects under the rubric of food systems: agricultural and nutritional policy, the food industry, food science, technology and culture, rural and urban farming, agriculture and the environment (including climate change), global trade and supply chains, consolidation and securitization of the food system and public health as it relates to food and farming.

For print and audio journalists. 

Start preparing your pitch now, and getting your letter of recommendation lined up.