Week of August 24th, 2020
Welcome back to Baruch College! Check out some of our exciting line-up of programs and services at the Starr Career Development Center this fall!

Please note that we are operating 100% remotely with office hours available on Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. One-on-one virtual appointments are currently available, please schedule them via Starr Search. Evening appointments are available upon request.
Walk-In Hours
Next Walk-In hour: Wednesday, August 26th from 3:00PM to 4:30PM EST at: https://baruch.zoom.us/j/97405397808
 
Starting September 1st - Virtual Walk-In hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM EST - Join us via Zoom at: https://baruch.zoom.us/j/97405397808
 
Note that it is on a first come, first served basis. For resume and cover letter reviews, please be ready to share your documents (share your screen) with a counselor during the session. 
SAVE THE DATE: Fall 2020 Virtual Job & Internship Fair
September 25th, 2020 | 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST
**This event is fully virtual operated under Starr Search using video chats!**
Participating companies include:

60 Guilders, AlphaSights, Amazon, Anchin, Block and Anchin, Baker Tilly, Bank of America, Bloomberg, Blue Forest Technologies, City Year, Community Tax Aid, CVS Health, EisnerAmper, EOS Accountants, EY, FactSet, FDIC, Frank, Rimerman + Co., GEICO, Grant Thornton, Group One Trading, HorizonMedia, International Rescue Committee, Kaufman Rossin, Marcum, Marks Paneth, Meaden & Moore, Mthree, MUFG, National Futures Association, NYS Dept. of Civil Service, OEC Group, PKF O'Connor Davies, Reading Partners, Reliant Fund Services, Ross Stores, RSM, SHAY CPA,  SS&C Technologies, Standard Chartered, T. Howard Foundation, The David J Joseph Company, The Sherwin-Williams Company, The Vanguard Group, UBS, UHY, Uncommon Goods, Untracht Early, UrbanTech Consulting Engineering, Virtu Financial, Wiss & Co., WithumSmith+Brown, and Yext!

More companies will be added throughout this September.
Registration for this virtual career fair will be available on Starr Search starting August 26th. Note you will need the following items to register for this event on Starr Search:
  • Upload your final resume in PDF format that is ready for employers to view 
  • A completed Starr Search Account under My Account tab (Name, Major, Class Year, Degree)
  • A professional headshot

Take a moment to check out the Virtual Career Fair Tutorial on the Starr Search platform: Quick Tour of Virtual Fairs for Students

Starting August 26th, in order for you to participate in this virtual fair, you have to RSVP under the Career Fair tab by pressing the attend button.

Visit our blog for more information and check out our tips and resources.
Here is the Virtual Career Fair Tutorial:
Pre-Law Advisement Appointments - Virtual advisement appointments are available if you are interested in a legal career or going to law school.
 
Tina Coco, Pre-Law Advisor at the Starr Career Development Center, is available to discuss your pre-law undergraduate preparation, the law school admissions test and the law school application process.Be sure to review our pre law handbook at https://studentaffairs.baruch.cuny.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2020/01/Pre-Law-Advisement-Guide-2018.pdf.

Office hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays during the semester.
Upcoming Events
Recruiting Kick-Off/On Campus Recruiting Workshop with EY

September 1, 2020 | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM EST

Hear from EY on how to jump start your job search and gain insight on Baruch's On Campus Recruiting Program!

RSVP via Starr Search
"Ask Mike" series

August 26, 2020 | 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST

Join Mike for his virtual office hours and ask him anything about Starr's services, internships, job interviews, LinkedIn, resumes/cover letters and more!

Register via Starr Search
Career Fair Prep Webinars

With Peers for Careers
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020 | 12:30 PM EST

With an Employer (Bloomberg)
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 | 12:30 PM EST

Join us as we discuss how to prepare, and what to expect during the first ever Fall Virtual Job & Internship Fair.

These events are open to all Baruch undergraduates from all three schools.
Is Law School Right for You?

Considering a career in law? Join this upcoming webinar to learn how to:
  • Determine if law is the right fit for you
  • Choose the right law school
  • Prepare for application materials

Tuesday September 22nd | 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM EST | RSVP
Thursday, October 8th | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM EST | RSVP

Open to all Baruch undergraduate students. Zoom link will be available to all registrants on the day of the webinar.
Building Your Online Portfolio with Wix

Thursday, October 29th at 12PM EST

Join Wix staff to learn more about creating your online portfolio website. We’ll cover how to plan a website, how to use the Wix platform, and explore professional design features. Bring your laptop to discover the basics in creating a Wix website as well as features to take your portfolio to the next level. And... a one-year FREE Wix premium plan to all attendees!
This event is open to all CUNY students and alumni

Please register here.
NOTE: These info sessions will be conducted virtually. Register via Starr Search. All registrants will receive further info on how and when to join the conversation online.
All scheduled times are Eastern Standard Time.

EY | Monday, August 27th | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
DTCC | Friday, August 28th | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | RSVP
PwC | Monday, August 31st | 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM | RSVP
EY Forensics | Tuesday, September 1st | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
Aksia | September 1, 2020 | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM EST | RSVP
PwC | September 3, 2020 | 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM EST | RSVP
GE Gas Power | September 3, 2020 | 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM EST | RSVP
KPMG | Tuesday, September 8th | 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
Grant Thornton | Tuesday, September 8th | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
KPMG | Tuesday, September 8th | 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
CAPCO | Wednesday, September 9th | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM | RSVP
Deloitte Speed Networking | Thursday, September 10th | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
Deerfield Management | Thursday, September 10th | 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM | RSVP
PwC | Monday, September 14th | 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM | RSVP
RSM | Tuesday, September 15th | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation | Tuesday, September 15th | 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM | RSVP
Mizuho | Tuesday, September 15th | 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM | RSVP
Societe Generale | Thursday, September 17th | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
GE Gas Power | Monday, September 21st | 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM | RSVP
Yext | Wednesday, September 23rd | 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM | RSVP
IPG Media Brands | Tuesday, September 29th | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM | RSVP
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation | Sunday, October 4th | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
Madison Square Garden | Thursday, October 8th | 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation | Sunday, October 25th | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP

Career Workshops
NOTE: These workshops will be conducted virtually. Register via Starr Search.
All registrants will receive more info on how and when to join the conversation online on the day of the event. All scheduled times are Eastern Standard Time.

Immigration Q&A Hour with Aaron Blumberg, Partner and Immigration Attorney at Fragomen |
August 25, 2020 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EST | RSVP
"Ask Mike!" series | Wednesday, August 26th | 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM | RSVP
What Does It Take to Become a Product Manager? | Thursday, August 27th | 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM | RSVP
Power Half Hour: Resume Writing | August 27, 2020 | 2:00 PM to 2: 45 PM EST | RSVP
Recruiting Kick-Off / OCR Webinar with EY | Tuesday, September 1st | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP
Financial Literacy: File Taxes By Yourself | Wednesday, September 2nd | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
On Campus Recruiting Workshop | Thursday, September 10th | 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM | RSVP
On Campus Recruiting Workshop | Tuesday, September 15th | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM | RSVP
LGBTQ+ Job Search 101 with Matthew French | Thursday, September 17th | 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM | RSVP
Career Fair Prep Webinar with Peers for Careers | Tuesday, September 22nd | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM |
Max Berger Pre-Law Orientation Webinar | Tuesday, September 22nd | 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM | RSVP
Career Fair Prep Webinar with Bloomberg | Thursday, September 24th | 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM | RSVP

More career development workshops/webinars will be posted on Starr Search shortly. Please check and RSVP via Starr Search for more information!
Featured Jobs and Internships
We continue to collaborate with employer partners to post opportunities and virtual information sessions on Starr Search. You can continue to access Starr Search 24/7 at https://studentaffairs.baruch.cuny.edu/starr-career-development-center/.
Be sure to apply for opportunities and RSVP for events and workshops to gain access to these sessions.
UHY LLP | 2020 Audit Staff Accountant
Accounting | Audit | Tax
Job ID: 135067

Staff are entry-level employees who are interested in pursuing a career in professional services, in the fields of audit, tax or consulting. During this time, the Staff needs to focus on developing skills, building their technical skill base, understanding and executing diligent client service, and getting oriented to the Firm’s practices, policies, and culture. Work is performed under close supervision. Responsibilities increase with demonstrated skill.
EY | Advisory Services Manager
Finance | Financial Services
Job ID: 135519
Are you passionate about what is driving current and future demand for Liquidity and Treasury Services?
More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to the complex financial regulations being implemented and they look to us for advice and services they can trust. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, assisting our clients to address the increasing pressures on optimization of business mix, compliance and regulatory cost, and fast paced growth due to increased scrutiny and optimization in the liquidity space.

The opportunity
You'll help our clients on range of risk management services in the treasury area around asset liability management, liquidity risk management, FTP, and other treasury activities. In return, you can expect leading-class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You'll be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us.

Dezer Properties | Assistant Property Manager/Leasing Specialist
Real Estate
Job ID: 135474
Dezer Properties is a full-service real estate company that owns and manages commercial properties. Our New York portfolio is the largest of its kind in the Chelsea and Flatiron neighborhoods, encompassing more than 1.3 million square feet of loft office space.
We are looking for an assistant property manager/leasing specialist to join our team! The candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the property, including but not limited to, tenant relations, improvements, rent collection, leasing and marketing.
To be successful in this position, the applicant must be mature, high energy, motivated, web/social media savvy, sales driven, organized and detail oriented. The applicant should have excellent communication skills, good time management and should be determined to meet goals. 


Akuna Capital | C++ Junior Developer
Computer Information Systems
Job ID: 135178

Junior Developers at Akuna have the opportunity to use cutting-edge technology while working on high performance/low latency systems. We offer a team-based approach to trading and software engineering, believing that productive integration of the two groups is vital for success in this industry. Akuna loves Junior Developers who are self-starters and have the ability to problem solve and think outside of the box. We value innovation and hard work, and want you to make an impact in the firm. Whether you are interested in trading infrastructure, algorithms, exchange gateways, performance engineering, hardware, or data capture and analysis, there’s work to be done. If you are excited to jump in and make a difference, Akuna could be the place for you.

Havas Health & You | Data Analytics Fellow
Data Analytics | Marketing | Data Sciences
Job ID: 134968

The Fellowship Program is an entry-level initiative developed to recruit, train, and ultimately retain top talent across all HH&Y disciplines (including but not limited to account services, creative, operations, strategic planning, and HR). Over the course of a 12-month period, our Fellows have the opportunity to work with and learn from some of the most innovative thinkers in health and wellness advertising.
A topline of the program follows:
• 1-year program including industry and professional skills learning and development opportunities
• Goal of the HH&Y Fellowship Program is to develop promising talent to the next level, with a base salary increase at the end of the 12-month period (complete with diploma)
• Fellows are assigned to HH&Y brand and/or business assignments, reporting in to a discipline supervisor
• Each Fellow is assigned a Mentor who provides valuable guidance, knowledge, and industry insights
• Participants receive full employee benefits package and are eligible for overtime
• Fellows can apply for tuition reimbursement of up to $3,000

Ross Stores - Open Positions

Assistant Buyer Intern (Job ID# 135543) - Apply Here

Assistant Merchandise Planner Intern (Job ID# 135544) - Apply Here

With more than 1,800 stores, including Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS, we are the nation's largest off-price retail chain, and we continue to grow at a rate far outpacing traditional retail.

With corporate headquarters located in Dublin, CA, we have three buying offices positioned in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, as well as six state-of-the-art distribution centers across the country. 

New Opportunities Beyond Baruch
Cooper Leibner 2020 Virtual Fellowship

The Center for Communication annually awards the Carole Cooper and Richard Leibner Fellowships to New York area female college juniors, seniors, or graduate students. This year our fellowships will be done remotely. Fellows will receive a generous stipend while interning at the Center for Communication during the fellowship period.
 
Students will have the opportunity to help plan and participate in our online career education forums featuring leading media creators and professionals. Our programs offer unparalleled opportunities to gain valuable career advice and build the networks you need to land a job and be successful in the media and entertainment business.
 
The fellowships are open to current students who will be enrolled within an undergraduate or graduate program in the Fall of 2020/Spring 2021 school year. The application deadline is Monday, September 7th. 

Fellowship with the NYC Comptroller's Office

The NYC Comptroller's Fellowship is a newly launched opportunity for recent college graduates to gain professional experience at one of City government's premier financial agencies. Open only to CUNY graduates, the Fellowship is a six-month program in which you will work 28 hours a week in the Comptroller's Office, receive training, and participate in enrichment activities. Fellows will work in bureaus throughout the Comptroller's Office including: Accountancy, Audit, Engineering, Public Affairs & Policy, Contract Administration, Asset Management, and more.
 
Open to CUNY students who graduated between December 2019 and August 2020 with their bachelor degree.
 
Applications close August 30th
Find out more and apply now here
How to Ace Virtual Interviews and Interactions with Employers - Open to all CUNY students.

September 10th | 12:30- 2:00 PM EST

Guest speaker: Jared Giles Director of Workforce Development Initiatives, Brooklyn Navy Yard

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency's Chemical and Biological Technologies Department (DTRA CB) is hosting a university engagement webinar on “Student Workforce Opportunities” on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (EDT).

Topics will include:  
  • DoD internships, fellowships, postdoctoral, and employment opportunities;
  • The DoD Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for-Service Program;
  • More on DTRA CB’s mission and its role as the DoD’s Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense (JSTO-CBD).

Webinar registration will open on September 1, 2020. If you have any questions, please send an email to CBOutreach@chenega.com
New Resources for International Students - Under Starr Search "Home" screen!

Baruch College has subscribed to the Interstride career portal for students. Interstride is an interactive career platform designed to enhance the career exploration and job-search experience for international students. Although this resource is primarily for international students, it also provides a variety of other tools that can be utilized by all students interested in international careers.

Click here and sign-up as a new user with your Baruchmail email address.
Talent Exchange, powered by eightfold.ai and supported by McKinsey & Company - Under Starr Search "Home" screen!

You are invited to join Talent Exchange and be matched to leading companies with positions that require your skills and experiences and fit your needs and preferences. Currently there are 700,000+ positions across the US and as remote opportunities. Participating employers represent a variety of industries and positions such as product management, business analysis, financial services, operations, data science, marketing, pharmacist, personal shopper, delivery driver, store manager, grocery store employee, and more.

Click here to register and use reference code: baruch2020


Be Vigilant Against Job Scams and Other Email Hoaxes

At a time when we are so heavily dependent on technology, we are all at increased risk for predatory internet behavior and email scams. Make sure you do not fall prey to email hoaxes and other scams by following these guidelines.

DO NOT SUBMIT ANY:
  • Bank Account Information
  • Social Security Number
  • Personal ID information
without interviewing or starting any position.

Get more information and email us at careerdc@baruch.cuny.edu for any questions.
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Starr's Virtual Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm


*Note that walk-in sessions will resume starting the Fall semester and one-on-one appointments are currently available and will be conducted virtually. Please visit Starr Search to schedule your virtual or phone appointment with a career advisor. Evening appointments may be available upon request.

Contact us at careerdc@baruch.cuny.edu for any questions.