HERE'S HOW YOU CAN BOOK YOUR CHECK INS WITH YOUR COACH:
1) Look at your schedule to see when you're available for a 1-hour check in.
2) Go to your coach's youcanbook.me link (below).
3) Choose an appropriate time slot and fill out the necessary information. Note where your coach will be that day.
4) Book it! A confirmation will be sent to your email. Now, put that check in on your calendar and set your reminder.
Ms. Rachel:
Text directly to: 240.242.5423
Ms. Dennis
Ms. Courtney:
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Question: "What was the most meaningful internship or job you had while in college?"
Ms. Jenni
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I worked 3 jobs in college, but I suppose the most meaningful job I had as an undergrad was my position as a Resident Advisor (RA) because that led to my job as a Hall Director as a graduate student. At the time, I didn't think of my work as an RA or Hall Director as an internship, but it gave me valuable experience that helped me get hired at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Student Services/Housing, where I worked for seven years."
"During my senior year of undergrad I interned at a non profit social service agency which served African American families in Minnesota. After I completed my degree, I was hired full time fresh out of college! This experience highlights the importance of venturing out to gain experience and exposure while you are in college. "
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"During the winter break of my first year at UMD I had an amazing internship at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. One of my duties was to literally write numbers on ancient human bones. It was so cool to be a part of the behind-the-scenes world of the museum and to get to handle some of these incredible artifacts."
Ms. Fenise
"I was able to create my own internship opportunity with the Dean of Arts and Sciences who was my mentor. I worked as her personal assistant setting up research groups, creating and maintaining databases, and working
with a grant-funded research company on major initiatives for the surrounding community. I met fascinating people, had a great deal of fun, gained valuable experience and solidified my professional reputation. It was great! It was the perfect example of "when you don't see an opportunity make your own"!"
Mr. Dennis
"My most meaningful job I had was when I worked for Summer Parks and Recreation because I was able to organize an entire summer Youth program and it allowed me to realize that working with youth was my passion"
Ms. Courtney
"I had several jobs and internships while in college, but the one that stands out the most was my role as a House Fellow, which is what Resident Assistants were called at UW-Madison. There were about 70 students, from first-years to third-years, living on my floor. As a House Fellow, I learned how to strengthen my leadership, communication, organization, and planning skills. Through this role, I was able to mentor and support college students and that actually helped me realize that student affairs and higher education was the career field I wanted to enter."
Mr. Peter
"I worked at the front desk of Res Life. I chose the 8am-noon shift because most college students don't wake up to go to the Res Life office at 8am so I sat there, did my homework, and got paid. It was great."
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Shout out to Natalie Herrera a senior at Salisbury who just recently received good news that her application to study abroad this winter break in Ecuador has been approved! While Natalie has a lot on her plate with managing school, student teaching, a part-time job, and her role on the executive board of her sorority, she was still committed to studying abroad before she graduates in May! Congrats, Natalie!
Shout out to Denisse Penaflor, the recently elected head of the Kreativity Diversity Troupe. She has started off this semester balancing her academics and theater commitments with the added task of recruiting for Kreativity, planning events with students and school admin, and gearing up for performances later this fall. Well done, Denisse!
Grand kudos to Austin Atienza for seamlessly transferring to UMD and becoming fully engaged with his studies in Engineering so quickly!
Super cool shout out to Melos Getahon at Salisbury for getting his ears pierced and not having his parents freak out! We're also proud of Melos for becoming quickly academically focused in his studies.
Magnanimous shout out to Maynor Navarro. Maynor is an upcoming spring grad at UMD who has managed to land two internships at the same time. We are so proud of you all and can't wait to see you through graduation!
Shout out Oswaldo Baires Mendez, a second-year student at the University of Rochester, for his continued drive and focus regarding his engineering classes, while also managing an on-campus job, traveling with the soccer team, and serving on the exec board of two different student organizations!
Shout out to Jourdan Wells, who is currently at Montgomery College. Jourdan has done a great job of taking responsibly for his next steps, advocating for himself, and making connections on campus for which we are very proud! Keep up the great work Jourdan!
Huge shout out to all of the students who currently have an interim coach. We appreciate their flexibility and patience, and look forward to introducing them to their new coach soon!!!!
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Are You Career-Ready?
What is Career Readiness?
Like most things, career readiness falls on a spectrum. Everyone knows that an internship is a great way to get valuable work experience in your field. That said, a full-blown internship is not the only way to prepare yourself for a career after college. Job shadowing, networking events, and informational interviews are great ways to gain some exposure to different jobs and careers. Every little bit that you do can help your future prospects.
What Can You Do?
Know and record the dates of career fairs at your school
- Purpose: Career fairs can be fantastic networking events because you get to meet with employees from many different companies and organizations all within a couple of hours. Many schools even publish the names and descriptions of each group in attendance so you can plan ahead by skimming that list prior to the fair.
- Update your resume: Handing out your resume is a good idea so that employers can have another way to remember you, especially after a good talk. Remember to also take their business card so you can follow up with an email about possible jobs. Feel free to ask your Success Coach if you would like feedback on your resume.
Prepare questions in advance
It's always better to have some questions in mind that you could ask to any company or organization.
*Click here*
for a list of possible questions to consider asking.
Don't be discouraged if you feel like the employees you are talking to don't have much influence at their workplace - it's a great opportunity to ask lower level employees what they truly enjoy about the job and what they find challenging.
Look up
other
career events at your school
Purpose:
The Career Center website at most schools will have an up-to-date calendar of other events. Many provide networking events and info sessions hosted by specific companies/organizations, department-specific career fairs, open resume feedback sessions, and more.
Find job shadowing opportunities
Purpose: Job shadowing is when you observe a professional who works in your field of interest and it can give you a quick and yet still in-depth look into the world of a specific job and/or workplace. It can be as brief as just one afternoon or as long as you'd like. Why would you choose a career without first seeing professionals in that field go about their workday? Ask your school's Career Center, your Success Coach, a professor, or someone in your personal network to set something up.
Conduct informational interviews
Purpose: Informational interviews are conversations between you and a professional who works in your field of interest. These are great if organizing a job shadowing opportunity is proving to be difficult. You can speak over the phone or in person and your goal is to get a good sense of that person's responsibilities and work life to better judge what you are interested in when it comes to your career.
Again, your school's Career Center, your Success Coach, a professor, or someone in your personal network are all people and places that can help you with this. Click here for a list of possible questions to consider asking during an informational interview.
School-specific tips
- MC students: Consider emailing Roberta Buckberg, the Employment Services Coordinator at MC, and ask to get on the email list for monthly employment emails that are campus-specific. roberta.buckberg@montgomerycollege.edu
- UMD students: Look into the Intern for a Day program. It's a great job shadowing experience that's set up by UMD with little work on your end!
- UMBC students: Check out the Career Center events calendar. It is jam-packed with networking events held by specific companies as well as workshops that can help you prepare for those events.
- Towson students: The Career Center uses the platform Handshake for all on- and off-campus job postings. It is extremely user-friendly and makes applying simple when you upload documents (like your resume) to the platform for repeated use. You can also find and register for events and workshops here.
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Talent Corner
Do you have a talent or skill that you would like featured in our Talent Showcase Corner? We would love to showcase your talent in music, poetry, visual arts and more! Please share your information with your Success Coach!
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The following scholarships do NOT require citizenship!
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*MONTGOMERY COLLEGE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION*
We are so excited for the beginning of this school year and look forward to having check ins with each and every one of you. If you have not scheduled a check in with your Success Coach do so now. Success Coaches will meet with students on the MC Rockville, Takoma and Germantown campuses this semester. MC Scholars - Now is the time to renew your FAFSA and begin planning to register for spring classes. Please see the list below for important dates for all MC students.
October 1
Graduation application deadline for Fall 2018
2019-2020 FAFSA is available online
October 8
Registration opens for Winter 2019
Spring 2019 class schedule available for viewing only
October 8-13
Fall midterm exams
October 11 CollegeTracks FAFSA
Workshop
at the
MC Rockville and Germantown
Welcome Centers, 1-4pm
October 16 CollegeTracks FAFSA
Workshop
at the
CollegeTracks Office: 4827 Rugby Ave,
Bethesda, 1-4pm
October 17
Registration available for late-start classes through October 17, 2018
October 22
Priority registration opens for Spring 2019
October 29
General registration opens for Spring 2019
MC Germantown Events:
College Visit: UMD Shady Grove Programs
Representatives from this four-year school visit MC to talk to students about transferring to their institution.
It's a great opportunity for MC students to ask questions about the application process, financial aid, scholarships,
deadlines, on-campus housing:
Tuesday, October 9, 2018, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Monday, October 29, 2018, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Bookstore Lobby, Humanities & Social Sciences Building (HS)
Germantown Campus
For more information contact: transfer@montgomerycollege.edu or visit the transfer website
College Visit: UMD Pre-Transfer Advising
Representatives from this four-year school visit MC to talk to students about transferring to their institution.
It's a great opportunity for MC students to ask questions about the application process, financial aid, scholarships,
deadlines, on-campus housing.
Monday, October 15, 2018, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Bookstore Lobby, Humanities & Social Sciences Building (HS)
Germantown Campus
Monday, October 29, 2018, 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
High Tech Building (HT) Lobby
Germantown Campus
For more information contact: transfer@montgomerycollege.edu or visit the transfer website
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THANK YOU FOR READING THE SUCCESS PROGRAM'S E-NEWSLETTER!
CollegeTracks College Success Program Team:
MS. JENNI ADAMS
MS. NNEKA ONYILOFOR
MS. RACHEL LOSTUMBO
MS. FENISE DUNSON
MR. DENNIS TURNER
MS. COURTNEY RILEY
MR. PETER MARSDEN
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