May 26, 2020

NEWS & UPDATES
Hear from the Diplomat-in-Residence at the U.S. Department of State

Many thanks to Tiffany McGriff, Diplomat-in-Residence, at the U.S. Department of State for speaking with 150+ students about careers in the Foreign Service, Consular Fellows Program, and beyond!
Missed it? Watch the recording on  the Marxe YouTube Channel .
Congratulations to the Graduating John D. Solomon Fellows

Anastacia Pal, MIA '21, was featured on Eyewitness News after completing the 9-month John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service with NYC Emergency Management. Congratulations are in order to Anastacia along with Miguel A. Ramirez (MPA '21), and Alex Wilson (MPA) on their graduation from the 8th John D. Solomon Fellowship for Public Service. Their virtual graduation can be viewed here .
Jesse Bennett, MIA '21 Has Been Selected for the 2020 EmpowHER Cohort

Jesse Bennett has been selected for the Summer 2020 EmpowHER Cohort. EmpowHER is a program that helps women land Washington, D.C.-based internships and launch careers that change the world. EmpowHER participants gain real-world professional experience by completing an internship, participating in weekly professional and leadership development opportunities, and attending a variety of networking and social events. Learn more about EmpowHER and Jesse!
Career Updates

Congrats to the following students and recent graduates with new jobs, internships, fellowships, or promotions over the past 3-6 months!

  • Carrie Ann Trubenstein, MIA ‘21, Case Manager, Care Design New York
  • Joanna Green, MPA ‘21, Data Intern, Citizens’ Committee for Children
  • Blessing Uzoeshi, MIA ‘21, Intern, CUNY Office of the Senior Vice Chancellor of Institutional Affairs
  • Zachary Marshall, MPA ‘19, Nonprofit Management Intern, Maryland Casa Association
  • Jennifer Leger, MPA ‘19, Operations and Development Manager, Hispanas Organized for Political Equality
  • Francesca Littman, MPA ‘19, Human Resources Specialist, The National Institutes of Health
  • Deborah D'Orazi, MPA ‘19, Consultant, Everytown for Gun Safety
  • Charlene Barrow, MIA ‘19, Community Coordinator, NYC Department of Education
  • Anita Yarbery, MPA ‘22, Employer Relations & Job Posting Specialist, Baruch College - Starr Career Development Center 
  • Ryan Betters, MPA ‘19, South Pole Station Manager, Leidos
  • Luka Pertenava, MIA ‘21, Intern, PCI Media
  • Allison Weinig, MPA ‘19, Business Analyst/Project Management, The New York Founding
  • Parveen Arjune, MPA ‘19, Contracts Administrator, PSEG Long Island LLC
  • Rachel Bousel, MPA ‘19, Manager of Corporate Sponsorships & Events, New York Women's Foundation
  • Amy Chea, MPA ‘19, Program Officer & Small Business Advisor, Early Care & Education, The Low Income Investment Fund
  • Pascale Etienne, MPA ‘19, Content Manager, New York City Fire Department
  • Daniela Sophia Grosz, MPA ‘19, Business Analyst, Mayor's Office of Contract Services
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
New! Resource Navigator and Resource Navigator Supervisor | CUNY Recovery Corps | Full-Time, Temporary | CUNY is hiring for these roles. Apply ASAP!

Resource Navigator
Under the supervision of the Supervising Resource Navigator, performs remote/fieldwork in support of COVID-19 contact tracing, with alternative work schedules and/or compressed workweeks. Candidates of highly impacted communities are strongly encouraged to apply. Apply now!

Resource Navigator Supervisor
Supervises Resource Navigators conducting COVID-19 resource interviews, including assessing case and contacts for services in support of isolation/quarantine and connecting them with identified resource needs. Ensures that Resource Navigators follow all scripts, policies and procedures provided through training.  Apply now!
MARXE CAREER SERVICES PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
Information Session with U.S. Department of Labor: How to Effectively Apply and Compete for Federal Jobs | Tuesday, June 2, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

When you look at a federal job announcement do you feel lost? 
Join guest speaker, Dolores Garcia, from the U.S. Department of Labor, for an information session on How to Effectively Apply and Compete for Federal Jobs in the U.S. Department of Labor and other Federal Agencies. Register
New! Job Search Strategies for Social Impact Roles during COVID-19 | Marxe & Careers for Social Impact | Thursday, June 4, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Were you in the midst of a job search when the pandemic hit? There are still new positions opening up every day especially for social impact roles. Join Yanika Daniels, a coach with Careers for Social Impact and understand how to enhance your job searching, and differentiate yourself. Register
New! HEA Alumni Happy Hour via Zoom | Thursday, June 18, 2020, 4:00 – 5:30 PM

Calling all Baruch Marxe MSEd Alumni in Higher Education! Join us for the fifth annual HEA Alumni Happy Hour, this year a virtual happy hour over Zoom with breakout rooms. See former classmates and connect with other Marxe alumni and students working in Higher Education. All Marxe alumni working in higher education are welcome along with current HEA graduate students. Come at any point during this time period. We'll aim to have several breakout rooms for you to meet multiple alumni in smaller groups. Register here
BARUCH PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
New! Freedom and Fulfillment | Baruch College Alumni | Thursday, May 28, 2020, 7:00 - 8:00 PM

Feeling like you don’t have the freedom you want in your career? For many people, freedom is what they desire most. But it can feel elusive when job security is also a priority. In this webinar, we’ll explore how to be in control of your career rather than at the mercy of it so that you feel free. Register here.
New! Careers in Blockchain (Not Crypto) | Zicklin, Baruch College| Wednesday, June 24, 2020, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Baruch alum Art Malkov, Chief Digital Officer at BlockchainDriven will speak with attendees on "Blockchain 101 and non-crypto use cases", "Non-developer skill sets companies look for in roles that use Blockchain" and "Career growth in roles that use Blockchain". Register and learn about careers in Blockchain.
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS
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Today!   Career Navigation Roundtable | Pivot Journeys | Tuesday, May 26, 2020, 5:00 - 6:00 PM EST |  Register Now!
Today! Green Careers Transitions - Sustainability for non-STEM | GreenHomeNYC | Tuesday, May 26, 2020, 6:30 - 8:00 PM EST |  Register Now!
New! Job Searching in Difficult Times | I dealist | Thursday, May 28, 2020, 12:30 PM EST |  Register
New!   G7 Youth Summit (Y7) | Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) | June 3-5, 2020, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST | Register
New! Virtual Leaders Summit | UN Global Compact | June 15-16, 2020 | Registration Fee May Apply |   Register
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Free On-Demand Virtual Skill-Building

We are pleased to share a terrific resource that Lisa Marie Pierre from Bronx Community College created in Airtable. It is a terrific compilation of in-demand trainings to make you a stronger candidate. Note that many of the "free trainings" are only no cost for a limited time. Learn more