December 5, 2017
NEWS + ANNOUNCEMENTS
MARXE ALUMNI & STUDENTS MIX AND MINGLE AT ANNUAL NETWORKING NIGHT
 
Over 80 alumni, students and staff enjoyed an evening of catching up with classmates and meeting new members of the Marxe alumni community at the historic Woolworth Building last week. The event was co-hosted with MPA '07 Steven Figueiredo of Capalino+Company. Dean Birdsell welcomed all to the 3rd annual networking event.
WELCOME TO MARNY SMITH
 
Special welcome to Marny Smith, recent graduate of the HEA program, who is serving as an interim career services advisor. Marny is a certified professional resume writer who has previously led personal branding workshops for the Marxe School. She worked most recently as an Employment Specialist at the JCC Manhattan. Marny is looking forward to supporting the career goals of our student body. 

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

DECEMBER STUDENT SPOTLIGHT WITH SAJIDA IBRAHIM, MSED '20

For some, higher education isn’t just something you engage with to get a degree – it becomes a lifelong passion to learn about and contribute to this rich, multi-faceted industry. In this month’s student spotlight we discuss Sajida’s path to the Marxe School’s MSEd program, what she’s learning, and what the future holds. Read more
FEATURED OPPORTUNITY

GRADUATE INTERN, CAREER COUNSELING AT PACE UNIVERSITY NYC CAMPUS - SPRING 2018 (APPLY BY JAN. 31, 2018)

The Career Counseling internship at Pace University offers graduate students the opportunity to shadow career counselors delivering individual career counseling, resume reviews, and interview assistance. The internship is 12-15 hours a week and will last a minimum of one semester. Students enrolled in credit bearing courses as well as those interested in change of career are encouraged to apply. Learn more and apply
2018 LEADERSHIP FELLOWS PROGRAM (DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 12/8!)

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s Leadership Fellows Program is a distinguished program for graduate students who expect to receive their degree in Fall 2017 or Spring 2018.
This two-year rotational program offers on-the-job experience in approximately four different business functions and an opportunity to explore areas such as operations, finance, transportation, human resources, etc. Learn more and apply
CAREER + PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS  
This Week
CAREER CHAT WITH LAKIMJA MATTOCKS (MPA '14) | Thursday, December 7, 12:15 - 1:30 pm | 135 E 22nd Street, Room 308

Attend this exclusive opportunity to meet and chat with Lakimja Mattocks (MPA '14), Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships and Learning at the Support Center . A light lunch will be served. Space is limited to 10 students only! Register via CareerConnect
New + Upcoming

NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (DCAS) INFORMATION SESSION | Tuesday, January 9, 5:30 - 6:30 pm | NVC Room 14-280

Are you seeking a job with good benefits, where you can make a difference while building a career? The City of New York has more than 80 agencies with 300,000 employees and opportunities from nearly every occupation. Attend this session to learn more about applying for NYC government jobs and becoming a civil servant, including as a Business Promotion Coordinator and Staff Analyst Trainee. Register via CareerConnect
NEW YORK STATE EXCELSIOR SERVICE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION | Wednesday, January 10, 5:30 - 6:30 pm | 135 E 22nd Street, Room 301

Learn more about this exclusive, paid two-year fellowship offering talented recent graduates of graduate and advanced degree programs hands-on training and experience in New York State government. Fellows work full time at host executive-branch agencies, advancing the operational aspects of large policy initiatives. MPA graduates from September '17, February '18, and June '18 are especially encouraged to attend. Register via CareerConnect
2018 STUDENT AFFAIRS CONFERENCE AT NYU | Friday, February 16, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Registration Scholarships Available (Must Apply by December 15)
 
Save the date for next year's Student Affairs Conference to participate in conversations regarding student engagement, multicultural competence, leadership development, and more. The conference is a collaborative effort between the Division of Student Affairs and the graduate student Association of Student Affairs Professionals (ASAP) within the Higher Education and Student Affairs program at NYU's Steinhardt School. Apply for a scholarship here . Register
QUICK TIP
How do you know whether a role or company is a fit for you? Check out these 5 key indicators to determine fit, plus 3 tips you can use to tell if a company is right for you.  
For a one-on-one career consultation, make an appointment with a career advisor using Marxe CareerConnect . Additional resources are also available here .
HIGHLIGHTED JOBS
To explore additional opportunities, log on to  Marxe CareerConnect , an exclusive career management tool and online database of jobs, internships, and fellowships for Marxe graduates and alumni.