August 10, 2021
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
New! Student Spotlight: Niels Hansen, Executive MPA '21

Executive MPA student and Creative Director and Founder at Hansen Creative Services, Niels Hansen tells us about his LGTBQ+ activism, his Danish heritage, marketing psychology, and more. Read more.
New! Improve your professional skills with CUNY Upskilling!

Tailored to help you get the in-demand skills and knowledge that NYC’s employers and high growth industries need, you can enroll in a variety of virtual trainings that are safe to complete at home, accessible on any device, and completed at your own pace! Learn More.
FEATURED EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
Tomorrow! Civil Service 101 Information Session | Hosted by NYCDCAS | Wednesday, August 11, 4:00PM

Join DCAS to learn about working for the City, the Civil Service process, and their August Exam ScheduleRegister.
New! Inside U.S. Foreign Policy in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Canada| Hosted by USA Study Abroad | Friday, August 20, 1:00PM

The State Department invites students to attend a new free virtual Inside U.S. Foreign Policy series and gain an inside look at how the State Department designs and implements U.S. foreign policy around the world. Each seminar will also include a panel of Gilman Scholarship alumni working in the region who will discuss their careers, and a breakout networking session. Register.
MARXE CAREER SERVICES & PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
New! Marxe Career Services Welcome Session + Fall Kickoff | Hosted by Marxe Career Services | Monday, August 16, 5:00PM

New and returning students welcome! Join us to participate in a fun self-exploration and career goal setting activity to jumpstart the fall semester. We'll also talk briefly about our services, events, and resources, including our job and internship database and appointment scheduling system, Marxe CareerConnect. Register.

*Note: The Zoom invite says 5pm but we will start at 5:15pm.
Save the Date! Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Info Session with Marxe Alumni | Hosted by Marxe Career Services | Friday, September 17, 12:00PM

Save the Date! Come hear from Marxe alumni about their experience as Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) finalists. More details to come. Register.
New! Marxe Alumni Career Chat with Claudia Huerta, MIA Alumna - C40 Cities & Formerly IDB| Hosted by Marxe Career Services | Wednesday, September 29, 1:00PM

Claudia Huerta, MIA '19, is a City Diplomacy and Campaigns Manager at C40 Cities, specifically working on the C40-MMC Global Mayors Task Force on Climate and Migration. Join Marxe Career Services as we speak with Claudia Huerta about her career trajectory and current role along with guest speaker Alessandra Richter Eliasis, Claudia's colleague at C40 Cities. Register.
OFF CAMPUS EVENTS
New! Join the Virtual Rebuilding NY Summit!

Join this virtual webinar on to discuss strategies for repairing, improving and upgrading New York with government officials and industry leaders! Register.

Panel Topics include:
- Design & Construction in a Post-Pandemic Era
- Rethinking New York’s Transportation Systems
- Technology & Innovations in NY Construction, Development & the Workforce
New! Sharpen your skills and explore healthcare careers with a Career Development Certificate!

This free certificate program offers a unique opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about healthcare careers and in strengthening career-building skills through a series of virtual sessions that will focus on high-growth jobs, panel sessions with professionals in the field, tips for a successful job search. Register.
Upcoming Presidential Management Fellow Info Sessions!

During the month of September, the Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program will be hosting a series of informational webinars for prospective applicants about the upcoming PMF Class of 2022 Application. The informational webinars will provide a general overview of the PMF Program and details about the 2022 application cycle.

See dates below:






Enhance your Federal Resume!

The Office of Personnel Management is hosting free federal writing workshops where they will will provide participants with information on how best to write a resume that highlights strengths and accomplishments.


** Got an interview with the Federal Government? Join a webinar on Tuesday, August 17, 2:00PM EDT for insider interview techniques! Information during this session will include interview preparation, coverage, delivery methods, types of questions and how to respond, as well as other considerations.