LaunchPad news & updates

September 6, 2023

Welcome back scholars!


We remind you to reach out to your RFS family with any questions, updates or just a friendly hello! We are eager to hear from you and offer any support where possible. Whether it is academic, professional or personal we are here to ensure you achieve your goals!

Important Reminders:

Financial Aid Reminders:

System delays are being experienced and the university has advised that no late fees or de-registering will take place this semester. Please ensure you have completed and submitted your 2023-2024 FAFSA & HESSA application if you are eligible to do so.


Additionally all RFS Scholars attending RU this Fall MUST have a completed RFS Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on file via your myrutgersportal

  • Go to your dashboard
  • Scroll down to the financial aid section
  • A tab named "Documents" should be visible
  • The RFS MOU should be labeled "accepted" or "requested"
  • If "requested" appears: Download and provide all necessary signatures and submit the docs; If "accepted" appears you are good to go!


If you do not see the MOU please email a screenshot with your RUID & NetID to Miss Zoe.

Likewise any financial aid question please include a screenshot of your term bill and email Miss Zoe promptly.


Scholar Communications:

All scholars currently enrolled at Rutgers should have access to the RFS Canvas page. More updates will be posted in the coming weeks so stay tuned. If you do not have access please email Miss Zoe!


*First year undergrads/RU Transfer scholars also should have received an invitation to join the RFS Propel Series via Canvas. Please be sure to follow-up!*


Additionally you can enroll in the RFS Alumni SignalVine group to receive RFS text alerts: Text "RFS" to 848-202-3262 and complete the prompts to enroll. 

University-Wide Events

SCHOLARS PLEASE JOIN US IN KICKING OFF THE SEMESTER AT ONE OF THE BELOW EVENTS! FOOD, SWAG AND RFS LOVE WILL BE AT ALL STOPS!

Rutgers Camden Undergraduates

Rutgers Newark Undergraduates

New Brunswick Rutgers Undergraduates

Career Opportunities

STEM Career Mentoring Opportunity with BMS!


The mentor application for the BMS BOLD ACES (Achieving Competence and Excellence in STEM) Mentorship program is now open! The deadline to apply to be a mentee is September 22th, 2023, 11:59pm EST.


BOLD (Black Organization for Leadership and Development), a People and Business Resource Group at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), has recently developed the ACES (Achieving Competence and Excellence in STEM) Mentoring Program to promote the study of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) courses in middle school, high school and college, and to provide encouragement and the pursuit of STEM-related careers.



If interested, please use the links below to apply.

MIDDLE/HIGHSCHOOL: BOLD ACES Mentoring Application Form – 2023 Mid/High School

COLLEGE/POSTGRAD: BOLD ACES Mentoring Application Form – 2023 College/Postgrad

THE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM @ NORDSTROM

DEFINE THE FUTURE OF RETAIL

We're looking to build an inclusive digital community for young adults, ages 14-22, by creating a platform to share your voice and values through mentorship experiences and so much more. Through our program, you'll be able to participate in meaningful conversations, explore career interests, ask questions and get advice from a supportive network of peers and professionals.


Email Miss Zoe to connect with the hiring team!


Apply and learn more!




PGIM Fixed Income is an active, global fixed income investment manager with approximately $776 Billion in AUM. We offer institutional investors a range of needs-based solutions across fixed income markets, with a focus on credit strategies. We also manage specialized products including hedge strategies, liability-driven strategies, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), and ESG strategies. We hire for 3-Year Analyst/Associate Programs (undergraduate seniors), 10-week Summer Internships (undergraduate juniors), and a 2-day sophomore externship program (undergraduate sophomores). Our website also has additional resources such as blogs & podcasts to learn more about our firm/industry.

2024 Recruiting:

  • 2024 Fixed Income Full-Time roles are available to December 2023 or May 2024 grads (seniors)
  • 2024 Fixed Income Summer Internships are available to December 2024 or May 2025 grads (juniors)
  • 2024 Sophomore Externship Program is available to December 2025 and May 2026 grads (sophomores)
  • All of our programs require a >3.0 GPA & permanent US work authorization
  • We recruit for the below Fixed Income businesses/programs each fall:
  • Credit Research
  • Portfolio Analysis Group
  • Client Advisory Group
  • Operations
  • Technology
  • Our interview process occurs on a rolling basis and includes a 1st round digital HireVue interview, followed by final-round face to face interviews. The sooner a candidate applies the sooner the interview process would begin! Our roles will be unposted on October 27th 2023, or after the respective program’s headcount is filled, whichever comes first. 


Please reach out to Mr Denzell for application/resume assistance! Reach out to Miss Zoe once you have applied to connect with the recruiting team!


Visit open roles and apply!

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORUTINTIES

FREE PASSPORT &

Study Abroad Resources!


Take flight with a FREE passport thanks to RGSA

 

Rutgers Global-Study Abroad (RGSA) has launched their free passport initiative across all three of our campuses. On a weekly basis, RGSA will be covering the costs for students to obtain their passports in hopes to broaden your horizons. Purchasing a passport can sometimes cost up to $200! Roughly only 200 slots are available for students, so take advantage of this wonderful opportunity by completing this application today. 


For more info on resources and planning for Study Abroad opportunities contact

Mr. Denzell

RFS PROPEL FUND


This fund is intended to provide support to scholars actively enrolled at Rutgers University by providing financial support for co-curricular and experiential learning opportunities. This fund will support, but is not limited to stipends for unpaid co-ops and internships; study abroad programs; undergraduate research projects; alternative spring-break service trips; graduate school test preparation; professional development conferences; and advanced courses unavailable in traditional semesters. The Fund will also supplement related costs associated with these experiences such as, but not limited to, purchase of professional attire; commuting; and educational and/or technology software or materials.


RFS has proudly offered Graduate Test Prep, Certification funds, Study Abroad scholarships and much more! If you have questions on the fund please email Miss Zoe


Click here to apply!

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:


Check out the Handshake platform to register for all upcoming career events, workshops and more!


New Brunswick Handshake

Newark Handshake

Camden Handshake


Mr Denzell is available for one-on-one counseling, resume reviews, interview tips and more!

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Join us as we build our LinkedIn community with all scholars! This platform will work to engage our community in providing career opportunities, advice and community updates!


Connect with Miss Zoe or Mr Denzell to join!


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Be sure to follow @rfslaunchpad on Instagram for upcoming events, scholarship/internship opportunities and more!



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