November 10, 2020

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
New! November Student Spotlight with Fatima Doukoure, Executive MPA ’21

Fatima Doukoure, Associate Director at Child Welfare Organizing Project, talks about her time as an elected official, her work in Mali, and her Executive MPA experience at Marxe. Read more
New! Marxe Graduate Student Wins Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Azerbaijan

Munira Pulodi, MPA’21, is among four recipients to win a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Azerbaijan. Read more
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
New! NYC CUNY 311 - Info Sessions & Application

311 provides New Yorkers with one easy-to-remember number to access all City agencies and services. CUNY 311 Project support staff recruits and hires students, monitors on-site performance, and administers payroll. Pay: Graduate students at $17 per hour ($18 per hour after training). For international students, CUNY 311 is considered on-campus employment. 

  • Thurs. 11/12 | 3pm-5pm
  • Wed. 11/18 | 10am-12pm

Apply Now:
  • Create profile on Symplicity: CUNY.edu/cipportal
  • In Symplicity click “Jobs” tab > “Jobs and Internships”, search for 311 Student Caller Taker job listing and Apply. (You will need to upload your resume, cover letter, and an unofficial copy of your transcript).
MARXE CAREER SERVICES & PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
TODAY! Employer Info Session: Department for International Trade (DIT) and Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) | Tuesday, November 10, 2020, 12:30 PM

The Department for International Trade (DIT) secures UK and global prosperity by promoting and financing international trade and investment, and championing free trade. Register

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is responsible for:
Safeguarding the UK's national security by countering terrorism and weapons proliferation, and working to reduce conflict; building the UK's prosperity by increasing exports and investment; and ensuring access to resources, and promoting sustainable global growth.

Speakers:
  • Nathaniel Sears, MIA '20, Vice Consul - Advanced Manufacturing & UN Procurement (MARXE STUDENT)
  • Ananda Seeram, BBA '16, Public Diplomacy Coordinator at British Consulate General New York (BARUCH ALUM)
  • Ben Roberts, Senior Policy Advisor at Foreign and Commonwealth Office
New! Serve a Year Virtual Panel | Tuesday, November 10, 2020, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Find out what a service year is like from a participant's perspective and how to apply. Hear from recruiters about the application process, as well as from participants about what serving a year (or two!) is really like. Register

Speakers:
  • Tashawn Morgan, NYC Service - Panel Moderator
  • Michael Kunkel, Peace Corps - Recruiter
  • Hannah Garone, City Year New York - Recruiter
  • Maryanne Braine, ArtistYear - Recruiter
  • Shonni Velasquez, NYC Service - Recruiter
  • Moriah Washington, Deputy Director of Community Preparedness at NYC Emergency Management - Service Year Participant
  • Kylie West, Senior ArtistYear Fellow serving in Philadelphia, PA - Service Year Participant
  • Emma Miller, Senior AmeriCorps Member - Service Year Participant
  • Umaima Abbasi, City Service Corps Member serving at the Department of Mental Health and Hygiene - Service Year Participant
New! NASPAA: Private Sector Policy Career Panel | Thursday, November 12, 2020, 12:00 PM

Are you curious about how public policy translates to the private sector? Not sure how to market your degree to corporate employers? Want to learn more about the top skills and abilities needed to be successful in the private sector?

This panel will help you answer all these questions AND MORE! Register to hear from professionals in the field to learn how to pursue internships and careers in the private sector. Register
Exploring Careers in Economics - Fall 2020 | Federal Reserve | Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 1:00 PM

Federal Reserve Board and Federal Reserve Education (FRE) will welcome students nationwide via webcast to discuss career opportunities and diversity in economics and to learn about career paths within the Federal Reserve System. Watch the online webcast of the event at http://www.federalreserve.gov/ and YouTube. Twitter and Facebook users can follow the Federal Reserve Board's feed, @FederalReserve, and facebook.com/federalreserve/ and join the discussion about the event by using the hashtag: #FedEconJobs Learn more
Students can submit questions in advance for panelists through [email protected]
U.S. Department of State Information Session with Diplomat in Residence, Danielle Harms | Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Join us for an information session with the U.S. Department of State and meet the new Diplomat in Residence for our region. As the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency, the U.S. Department of State represents the United States at more than 270 diplomatic locations around the world, including embassies, consulates, and missions to international organizations. The U.S. Department of State hires American citizens of all ages and backgrounds to promote U.S. interests around the world, including Foreign Service Officers (Generalists), Foreign Service Specialists and Civil Service professionals. Register
New! Port Authority Fellowship + Internship Programs Info Session | Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 1:00 PM

Find out more about the Port Authority's 2021 Leadership Fellows Program, a distinguished program for leadership and public service in the New York/New Jersey Metropolitan region. This two-year, fast-track, rotational program offers Port Authority Fellows invaluable on-the-job experience in planning, financial, and facility operations functions.
The recruiter for Port Authority will also speak about the Operations Fellows Program and Summer Internships.

The fellowships are open to graduate students completing their MPA, MIA, MBA, MA or MS degree from Baruch College in Fall 2020 or Spring 2021, and who do not require US work authorization at any time after graduation. Internships are typically for students who will be continuing their degree program beyond the summer. ​Register
Sixth Annual Marxe Alumni & Student Networking Night | Thursday, November 19, 2020, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for the 6th Annual Marxe Alumni & Student Networking Night. We will connect with each other virtually in speed-networking breakout rooms. Marxe Dean David Birdsell will also say a few words. This event is designed to help you get to know fellow public and private sector movers and shakers (all of you!) within the Marxe community. The opt-in RSVP list will be sent around in advance and will include job titles, employers, email addresses, and LinkedIn URL's for you to get to know our wonderful alumni and student body in advance of the evening. Register
BARUCH EVENTS
Today! Baruch and Beyond Roundtable: Social Justice | Tuesday, November 10, 2020, 4:30 PM | Register

Join us for our second Virtual Baruch and Beyond Roundtable focused on Social Justice! Following the November Presidential election, take advantage of the chance to speak with alumni experts who:
  • Provide services and advocate for marginalized groups through their work in government, nonprofit, and corporate worlds
  • Help craft, advise, and lobby for progressive legislation to help change systemic injustices
  • Tackle topics such as criminal justice reform, immigrant rights, healthcare reform and more!
Tomorrow! Navigating Change With Confidence | With GCMC's Tanuja Ramchal |Wednesday, November 11, 2020, 12:30 PM | Register

Change can feel difficult, whether adapting to life in a global crisis, adjusting as an international student, transitioning from the world of college to work, or switching jobs/careers. In this session, we’ll explore how to move through the change process so you emerge stronger and more confident.
New! Muslim Women in the Workplace | Starr Career Development Center | Thursday, November 12, 2020, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | ZOOM Link

This panel of 5 accomplished Muslim women will share their career story and their thoughts about specific workplace topics. Please join us to hear about their experiences.
New! Land a Job You Want by Being Yourself | Graduate Career Management Center| Thursday, November 12, 2020, 4:00 PM | Register

Is it possible to land a job you want from a brief elevator encounter? If you’re Sol Adler, the answer is yes. In this interactive session, Sol, a recent MS Accounting alum (’19), will share how he was able to get noticed for his target role with little relevant experience in a sea of competition. We’ll dive into the simple and specific approach that made all the difference and how you can use that to be visible and get the attention of employers no matter where you are in your career.
New! Clear, Confident Interviews: What You Need to Know | Tools for Clear Speech | Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Register

This workshop is for all Baruch students who are preparing for the job market! In it, participants will discuss the basics of clear, professional communication expected of them during an interview. Students will discuss and practice topics such as clearly pronouncing their name, interests and school, using small talk, and calming their nerves. Participants will also participate in mock interviews for better perspective. This workshop is a must for nonnative speakers searching for internships or full-time employment.
New! Open Enrollment for Road Trips to the Real World Opportunities | EACE | Site Visits From January 12, 2021 - January 28, 2021 | Register

This signature EACE program has been connecting students and employers for more than 16 years! Road Trips to the Real World is an exclusive opportunity for college students to learn firsthand about a career field, network with top employers and their employees, and explore internship and job opportunities. This is the perfect chance for students to get a head start on their careers!

Employer hosts include National Geographic, WarnerMedia, FBI, MassMutual, Uber Technologies and more! Visit eace.org/roadtrips to view the full list of virtual site visits. 
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS
New! Visa & Immigration Updates for F-1 Students with Interstride | Thursday, November 12, 2020, 11:00 AM (PST) | Register
New! Register for Career Pathways at Microsoft | Thursday, November 12, 2020, 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Register
New! Sustainability Consulting Panel on Environmental Justice in Business with SUMA Net Impact (SUMANI) | Thursday, November 12, 2020, 8:15 PM - 9:30 PM | Register
New! Info Session for the New York Field Office of the United States Secret Service | Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 10:00 AM or Wednesday, November 18th, 2020, 7:00 PM | RSVP by 5:00PM on 11/16/2020 to [email protected] 
New! Job Search Strategy for International Students with Interstride | Thursday, November 19, 2020, 5:00 PM | Register
New! Careers in International Development with UNA-NY| Thursday, November 19, 2020, 6:00 PM | Register
New! Developing and Enhancing Transportation Systems Throughout New York | City & State | Tuesday, December 8, 2020 | Register