We are pleased to host a series that brings students and professionals together to discuss international career options, work/internship abroad opportunities and graduate programs. These discussions will take place in September and October, 2009.

Discussion panels list | Panel Session Descriptions | Student registration

Wednesday, September 16, 7:00-8:30 PM - International Employment Myths and Opportunities
Tuesday, September 22, 7:00-8:30 PM - Graduate Student Strategies for Finding International Internships
Tuesday, September 29, Noon-1:00 PM - Funding for Internships and Research Abroad
Wednesday, September 30, Noon-1:00 PM - Graduate Employment Opportunities for U.S. Citizens in International Organizations
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00-8:30 PM - Career Opportunities for Foreign Language Students
Wednesday, October 7, 6:00-8:00 PM - Getting Beyond “Awesome”: Marketing Your International Experience to Employers
Thursday, October 15, 6:00-7:30 PM - Careers & Internships in U.S. Government Foreign Affairs
Wednesday, October 21, 1:00-2:30 PM - International Careers in Climate Change
Wednesday, October 21, 5:00-6:30 PM - Careers in Global Health
Wednesday October 21, 6:00-8:00 PM - Global Careers in Engineering and Technology
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00-8:00 PM - Teaching & Volunteering Abroad
Thursday, October 22, 2:00-6:00 PM - INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FAIR
Thursday, October 22, 7:00-8:30 PM - Peace Corps and Your International Career

International Employment Myths & Opportunities
Wednesday September 16, 7:00-8:30 PM
Vandenberg Room, Michigan League

Are you interested in working, interning, volunteering or teaching abroad?  Do you want to explore international careers?  This session will introduce the International Career Pathways series, how to research options and timing of applications – note that some deadlines are in the fall!
Session sponsors: Career Center and International Center
Workshop Handout

Graduate Student Strategies for Finding International Internships
Tuesday September 22, 7:00-8:30 PM
Hussey Room, Michigan League

Hear reports from U-M graduate/professional school students about their successful strategies for finding and applying to internships, either through formal programs or through creating one’s own internship.
Session sponsors: Career Center and International Center
Workshop Handout-Speaker List

Funding for Internships and Research Abroad
Tuesday September 29, Noon-1:00 PM
Kuenzel Room, Michigan Union

This panel will cover funding options for overseas internships and research opportunities, for both undergraduate and graduate/professional students. Representatives of several U-M funding offices will provide information, and you will be able to meet with them individually.
Session sponsors: Center for Global Health, International Center and International Institute
Workshop Handout-Speaker List
Workshop Handout-Internship Funding

Graduate Employment Opportunities for U.S. Citizens in International Organizations
Wednesday, September 30, Noon-1:00 PM
Room 1230, Weill Hall (Ford School)

Interested in job opportunities with the UN?  The US State Department offers information and assistance to US citizens with graduate degrees seeking employment within the UN and other international organizations.  Attend this session to hear from State Department staff about UN employment opportunities.
Session sponsor: Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
List for Workshop Handouts—State Department's UN Employment Information, http://www.state.gov/p/io/empl

Career Opportunities for Foreign Language Students
Tuesday, October 6, 7:00-8:30 PM
Modern Languages Bldg, Lecture Room 1

Do you love studying languages and cultures, but are you worried what you'll "do with it" after graduation?  Attend the "Career Opportunities for Language Students" panel for ideas about how you can put your interest in language to work.
Session sponsor: Newnan LSA Academic Advising Center

Getting Beyond “Awesome”: Marketing Your International Experience to Employers
Wednesday October 7, 6:00-8:00 PM
Room 1303, EECS (North Campus)

Maximize your international experience!  Develop strategies and techniques in this interactive workshop to help you successfully market your study, work, internship or volunteer abroad skills and experience to employers.
Session sponsors: Career Center, Center for International Business Education and International Programs in Engineering

Careers & Internships in U.S. Government Foreign Affairs
Thursday, October 15, 6:00-7:30 PM
Room 1120, Weill Hall (Ford School)

Interested in a career formulating, representing, or implementing US foreign policy? This panel features UM's Diplomat-in-Residence, Michael McClellan and former Ambassador Mel Levitsky, along with State Department student interns and a returned Peace Corps volunteer, who will talk about the foreign and civil service opportunities within the State Department and other federal agencies. Please note that US government agencies require U.S. citizenship.

NOTE: The deadline for State Department summer internships is November 2—apply online at: http://www.careers.state.gov/students/programs.html#SIP

Session sponsor: Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

International Careers in Climate Change
Wednesday October 21, 1:00-2:30 PM, followed by informal networking with the panelists
Room 1040, Dana (School of Natural Resources and the Environment)

A panel of environmental professionals working to address critical global climate change issues will discuss career opportunities in this emerging field. Learn how their careers developed, what skills and experiences are critical to work in this field, get advice on pursuing similar careers, and ask questions of the panelists. After the panel event, students will have the opportunity (from 2:30-3:30 pm) to chat one on one and to network with panelists.

Workshop Speaker List: http://snre.umich.edu/events/2009-10-21/international_careers_in_climate_change

Session sponsor: School of Natural Resources and the Environment

Careers in Global Health
Wednesday October 21, 5:00-6:30 PM
Michigan Union, Kuenzel Room

Staff members from organizations and U-M faculty members involved in various aspects of international health and humanitarian relief will share the paths they took to reach their current positions, as well as discuss the key elements to preparing for a successful career in international health. Representatives from organizations involved in various aspects of international health and humanitarian relief will share the paths they took to reach their current positions, as well as discuss the key elements to preparing for a successful career in international health.

Speaker List:
USAID
Garry Newton
U.S. Government Special Advisor for Orphans and Vulnerable Children

John Snow, Inc.
Christine Claypoole
Deputy Director, JSI Boston International Division

Catholic Relief Services
Ed Kiely
Regional Representative

EngenderHealth
Sara Gullo
Program Manager, Maternal Health Task Force

Facilitator:
Rachel Snow
Associate Professor, Health Behavior Health Education
Research Associate Professor, Population Studies Center

Session sponsors: Center for Global Health, School of Public Health and School of Social Work

Global Careers in Engineering & Technology
Wednesday October 21, 6:00-8:00 PM
Chrysler Commons Lobby (North Campus)

Join us as employers and alumni discuss their international experiences in engineering and technology at a fireside chat. Speakers will provide insight into careers in engineering and technology in an informal setting and discuss ways for students to prepare for international opportunities within these fields.
Session sponsors: Engineering Career Resource Center and International Programs in Engineering

Speaker List:
Robert Scott, Director of U-M College of Engineering Multicultural Initiatives (formerly with Proctor & Gamble Global)
Jayme Zott (Whirlpool, Sweden)
Katie Herta (Conti Commercial Tire Technology, Germany)
Glenn Galler (IBM, UK)
Alex Pompe (Peace Corps, Namibia)
Moderator: Ann Benton Messadri, U-M College of Engineering International Programs Advisor

Teaching and Volunteering Abroad
Wednesday Oct. 21, 7:00-8:00 PM
Michigan Union, Pond Room

Programs for teaching and volunteering abroad offer a vast range of opportunities in fields such as health, social work, natural resources and teaching English. Positions are available for undergraduate and graduate/professional students, as well as for those about to graduate. Find out about some well-established programs and follow up with their representatives (and others) at the International Opportunities Fair the following day.
Session sponsors: Career Center and International Center

Speaker List:
Short-term Volunteering & Internships Abroad

Cultural Embrace
Emlyn Lee, Director
http://www.culturalembrace.com

Foundation for Sustainable Development
Erica Buher, IC Peer Advisor, FSD past participant
http://www.fsdinternational.org/

Operation Crossroads Africa and
Volunteers for Peace (VfP)
Marissa Gawel, IC Peer Advisor, Operation Crossroads Africa & VfP past participant
http://www.operationcrossroadsafrica.org; www.vfp.org

Teaching English Abroad (as a second or foreign language)

CIEE Teach Abroad - Teaching English in Chile, China, Spain, and Thailand
Matthew Redman, Program Representative
http://www.ciee.org/teach/

JET (Japan Exchange & Teaching Program of the Japanese Embassy) - Teaching English in Japan
Scott Manley, U-M International Student/Scholar Advisor & past JET participant
http://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/JET/

French Government Teaching Assistantship – Teaching English in France
Peace Corps – Teaching and volunteer placements in various countries
Gabriel Krieshok, IC Peer Advisor, RPCV Madagascar
www.internationalcenter.umich.edu/peace; www.frenchculture.org (Click: “education” – “higher education” – “Assistantship Program”)  

 

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INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FAIR
THURSDAY OCTOBER 22, 2:00-6:00 PM
MICHIGAN UNION

Meet with representatives of 50+ organizations to explore options for work, internships, volunteering and teaching abroad, as well as opportunities for international careers.

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Peace Corps and Your International Career
Thursday Oct. 22rd, 7:00-8:30 PM
Michigan Union, Pond Room

Find out from returned Peace Corps volunteers how Peace Corps can help prepare you for careers in international development, health or diplomacy.
Session sponsors: International Center and Peace Corps Office

Speaker List:
International Volunteerism within the Private Corporation
Kevin Thompson, IBM
Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (RPCV) Ghana 1996-98

Public Policy and International Relations
Jessica Fisher, U-M Schools of Public Policy and Russian & East European Studies (student)
RPCV Ukraine 2004-2006

Community Partnership
Rollin Johnson, U-M Ginsberg Center
RPCV Nepal & Burkina Faso

Human Rights and Refugee Services
Jessi Croizat, U-M Law School (student)
RPCV Guinea 2005-2007

International Education
John Greisberger, U-M International Center
RPCV Afghanistan 1973-75
Moderator:
Alex Pompe – Peace Corps Campus Coordinator
RPCV Namibia 2006-2008

UM-Ann Arbor Students

• Registration will be on-site at each program
• There is no registration fee
• Bring your student ID

Non-UM-Ann Arbor Students

• This event is for UM-Ann Arbor students and alumni/ae
• There is no registration fee for the International Program Series
• Interviews scheduled to be conducted at The Career Center are for UM-Ann Arbor students only