September 4, 2018
NEWS + ANNOUNCEMENTS
Marxe Student Ambassador Scholarship Opportunity

Apply to be a Marxe Student Ambassador for the Fall 2018 semester. All Marxe Ambassadors will receive a $750 scholarship to be applied towards Fall 2018 tuition and fees. As an ambassador, you will participate in on-campus events and interact with prospective students. Apply by September 14th. Apply now
Free 10 Week Salesforce Training with PepUp Tech

Organizations across all sectors use Salesforce to manage their business operations. CUNY students are invited to participate in PepUp Tech’s FREE 10 week salesforce training. Interested CUNY students should complete the Expression of Interest form by September 21.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

September Student Spotlight with Walaa Elsiddig, MIA ‘19

Walaa Elsiddig is an entertainment journalist who wants something more from her career so she can give more to the issues she is passionate about. In her spotlight she discusses her interest in child welfare abroad, her Sudanese background, and the degree and career she works toward in the Marxe Master of International Affairs program. Read more
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES

The National Administrative Fellowship Centralized Application Service (NAFCAS) | Apply for Multiple Healthcare Administrative Fellowships | Apply by October 1, 2018!

NAFCAS simplifies the process of applying for fellowships -- select the fellowship sites you wish to apply to, then you submit one application that includes all necessary materials. Fellowships may be full-time, salaried positions. Apply for fellowships in NYC and beyond including :

  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Administrative Fellowship - 1 Year Program
  • Mount Sinai Health System Administrative Fellowship - 2 Year Program
  • NYU Langone Health Administrative Fellowship - 1 Year Program
Graduate Assistants for Marxe Faculty - 2 Openings (Fall 2018 - Spring 2019) | Part-Time, Paid | Baruch College

Two faculty members--Daniel Williams and Don Waisanen--are seeking 1 graduate assistant each. Planned to start the second week of September 2018. Hours: Averaging 8 per week, September through April or May, excludes exam weeks and major holidays, but includes winter break. Pay: $18/hour. Apply now
Program Team Assistant (Corporate Social Responsibility - Entry Role) | Citi Foundation | Work with a Marxe Alumna!

The Assistant to the Citi Foundation’s Program Team is responsible for increasing the team’s productivity and efficiency by providing administrative support to the Foundation’s program officers and managers. Email Marxe Career Services if you are interested in this role. Apply now

MARXE CAREER + PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS  
UPCOMING

Alumni Career Chat with David DeVaughn, MPA '13 - Director of Policy & Community Engagement for City Harvest | Thursday, September 13, 2018 | 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM | Admin Bldg, 135 East 22nd St, Room 301

Attend this exclusive opportunity to meet and chat with David DeVaughn, MPA '13 - Director of Policy & Community Engagement for City Harvest. A light lunch will be served. Space is limited to 10 students only! Register
United Nations Info Session - Focus on I/O Psychology Careers | Monday, September 24, 2018 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Vertical Campus, 55 Lexington Avenue, (24th St), Rm 14-245

The Weissman College of Arts & Sciences has organized this info session focusing on I/O Psychology careers at the UN, but Marxe students may attend. Meet UN HR reps and learn about the Young Professionals Programme, internships, jobs, and UN Volunteers. Register
Navigating a Global Career: Career Paths in International Affairs | Wednesday, September 26, 2018 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Admin Bldg, 135 East 22nd St, Room 301

Interested in a career in international affairs? Hear from a panel of experts working at leading international organizations in New York City including:

  • Megan O'Malley, Global Recruitment - International Rescue Committee 
  • Michael Davidson, Global Recruiting - Open Society Foundations
  • Carlos Petersen, Country Risk, Latin America - Eurasia Group
  • Nawra Mehrin, Policy Analyst, Policy & Strategic Partnerships - UNDP

The panel will be moderated by Carla Robbins, Faculty Director, MIA Program. Register
ON-CAMPUS EVENTS

*New* MIA Club Welcome Event | Friday, September 7, 2018 | 6:00 pm | Newman Vertical Campus, Room 3-210

Join the Master of International Affairs Club to enjoy refreshments, meet fellow students, and hear what they have in the store for the Fall 2018 semester. RSVP
Study Abroad Information Session - Thursday, September 13, 2018 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The Marxe school offers exciting opportunities through our Study Abroad programs in Asia, Europe, and Central and South America. These immersion experiences enable participants to develop a global perspective on policy. Want to learn about how you can study abroad? Come to a session to find out more! Register
*New* Marxe Issues Breakfast: Democracy in Peril: Defending Our Voting Rights | Tuesday, October 9, 2018 | 8:00 am - 10:00 am | Baruch College 151 E. 25th St., Rooms 750 and 760

Join us for a vibrant discussion with Susan Lerner, president of Common Cause NY; Melissa Mark-Viverito, senior advisor Latino Victory and former Speaker of the NY City Council; Ezra Rosenberg, Co-Director of the "Voting Rights Project" for the Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and Professor Douglas Muzzio of the Marxe School. Marxe Dean, David Birdsell will moderate the program. Complimentary hot breakfast will be served. Register
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS

*New* Webinar: Intelligence and Analysis Internships | U.S. Deptartment of Homeland Security | Wednesday, September 5, 2018 | 4 – 5 pm EDT

Designed specifically for students who are interested in beginning a career with I&A, this virtual event will feature an overview of I&A’s application and hiring process, highlight exciting entry-level program opportunities, and a panel of I&A interns will answer questions from webinar participants. Read more about the office and it's mission here.  Register
Webinar: How to Find Federal Job Openings | Presented by GAIN and AskNot | Friday, September 7, 2018 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Learn about the federal job search process from start to finish. What are the best ways to filter through USAJobs? What are some additional avenues outside of job boards to identify the job openings that align with your experience? After all, you can only be a competitive candidate after you have found and applied to the right federal opening. Register
*New* Webinar: Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship Virtual Advising II | September 17, 2018 - 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm EDT

In advance of the October 1 application deadline, this session will answer your lingering questions about the Fulbright Public Policy Fellowship. Attendees may email questions in advance to FPPF@iie.org (subject line: Virtual Advising II Webinar Questions). Join IIE and State Department staff as they discuss last minute application advice. Register
EMPLOYER SPOTLIGHT: CAMBA

Many New Yorkers face daily hurdles such as housing instability, living with HIV/AIDS, language barriers, domestic violence, and insufficient job skills. CAMBA helps New Yorkers transform their lives by providing holistic programs to individuals, families and communities.  Check out their 100+ open roles in NYC.
HIGHER ED CAREER CORNER

There's more to getting a job in higher ed than your qualifications. Be mindful of more subjective factors including personality, outlook, manners, and attitudes.
QUICK TIP

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For a one-on-one career consultation, make an appointment with a career advisor using Marxe CareerConnect . Additional resources are also available here .
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