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CAREER COUNSELING & EXPLORATION  RECRUITING & EMPLOYER CONNECTIONS 
Appointments  Recruiter Chili Cook-Off (Networking Event) 
Resume 101  Career & Internship Expo 
Quick Reference Guides  Internships 
Group Sessions  Interviews 
Vault Career Research  Information Sessions 
What Can I Do With This Major?  Your Recruiting Responsibilities 

Both the ExxonMobil and Shell Summer 2012 employment programs provide generous payment for summer internships in the non-profit and arts sectors. These positions are usually unpaid, so take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to have a rewarding, paid summer job.


 

A comprehensive list of all remaining activities for March, April & May 2012 

CCD Walk-In Hours

Stop by for a 15 minute appointment - no RSVP needed! Examples of topics that can be addressed include a resume review, questions on using RICElink, and questions on the services and mission of the CCD.  
Every day
12 - 1 pm
Huff House
CCD Session: Resume Swap (For Grad Students & Post-docs)
Share and provide feedback on your Resume documents. Incorporate and expand upon your learning from the February 24th session on developing an effective Resume. Please bring three copies of your current document. Open to all non-MBA graduate students and Post-docs. Food and drinks will be provided. Sponsored by the CCD and GSA. Please RSVP in RICElink; login, select Events and then Learning Sessions.
Friday, March 30
12 - 1 pm
Huff House 107
On-Campus Interviews: SPIROL International
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Tuesday, April 3
Throughout the day
Huff House
The Modern (Deloitte) Family: Info Session, Case Study Prep, & Free Food
We would like to extend an invitation to all students interested in learning more about Consulting to join Deloitte in a casual information session before the busy Fall 2012 recruiting season. This event will be a fantastic opportunity to network with a broad group of Deloitte practitioners, who represent a number of different backgrounds, interests, and experiences, while learning more about the Consulting profession. Attendees will also be able to participate in an interactive case study (with prizes!) focusing on the role of diversity in a client situation. Don’t worry—we’ll review case study basics before getting started. This event is open to all Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior students.Please RSVP at this link, so that we are able to order enough food for the event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Thursday, April 5
7 - 9:30 pm
Huff House 107
On-Campus Interviews: Simon Law Firm
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Friday, April 6
Throughout the day
Huff House
On-Campus Interviews: Kanematsu USA
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Monday, April 9
Throughout the day
Huff House
CIA Meet & Greet: Technical Majors Wanted!
"The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is seeking talented Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, and related majors for fulltime and internship opportunities. Please join us for an information session on Monday, April 9!"
Monday, April 9
6 - 7:30 pm
Huff House 107
On-Campus Interviews: Blue Fish Development Group
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Thursday, April 12
Throughout the day
Huff House
On-Campus Interviews: OpenLink
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Tuesday, April 10 & Thursday, April 12
Throughout the day
Huff House
On-Campus Interviews: Baylor College of Medicine
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Thursday, April 12
Throughout the day
Huff House
Meet and Greet Session with BCG
BCG representatives will be on campus for an informal meet and greet session to answer any questions you may have regarding management consulting and The Boston Consulting Group. All students graduating between December 2012- August 2014 are encouraged to stop by! No sign ups are needed, come by when you can and eat some Chik-Fil-A!
Thursday, April 12
6 - 8 pm
Miner Lounge
Transformational Leadership Workshop
"Some of the most successful educational organizations and schools of our time have realized that one of the keys to educating ALL of our children is strong leadership. What is strong leadership? Teach For America and YES Prep are joining forces with Leadership Rice to host a high-impact leadership workshop that will apply to leadership in every sector. Nella Garcia, Senior Director of Teacher Development at YES Prep will facilitate a workshop on self-awareness required for YES Prep senior leaders. Teach For America will facilitate a conversation about leadership development in the corps. Join us for an experience that will leave you with tangible skills to use at Rice and beyond." RSVP Here - Required. Hosted by Leadership Rice.
Thursday, April 12
6 - 8 pm
Rayzor 123
On-Campus Interviews: US Naval Research Laboratory
Apply for their positions in RICElink; view detailed instructions.
Friday, April 13
Throughout the day
Huff House
Last Day to Apply to the AXA Institute
AXA Institute is a unique opportunity for seniors interested in a career in sales, investments or as a entrepreneur to learn from industry leaders. Over the course of a two day, interactive learning experience, participants will get a behind the scenes look at financial services and learn what it takes to experience success in the industry. The program is available to a limited number of participants that qualify based on an interview with AXA Advisors. All majors! Find more details here. 
Application Deadline: April 13. Conference: 
Monday-Tuesday May 21-22
AXA Advisors Office
Dallas, TX
INFORMATION SESSION FOR THE FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER TEST (FSOT)
Invited to the Foreign Service Oral Assessment (OA) in the near future? Planning to take the FSOT in June or October? If so, this information session hosted by the UH - U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence is for you. Please confirm attendance at: dmblair@mail.uh.edu. Note: Take PGH Hall elevator near Einstein Brothers kiosk to the 4th floor and turn right into short hallway pass 413 to 405. U.S. citizenship is required; an equal opportunity employer.
Friday, April 20
5 - 8 pm
Room 405, PGH Hall, UH Central at Entrance 14 off Cullen Ave.
Graduate-degree alumni networking mixer - Academia
Join us for the third in a series of networking events designed specifically for graduate-degree alumni. Current graduate students from all disciplines are invited to meet distinguished graduate alumni who will reflect on the value of their Rice education, offer advice about the transition from "gown to town," and provide insights on the current professional and economic situation. This event will focus on academia. This event is a collaboration of the Center for Career Development, the Graduate Student Association, and the Association of Rice Alumni. Although there is no cost to attend, we ask that you RSVP online. This page also lists the guest speakers and further details.
Thursday, April 26
6 - 8 pm
Huff House
CCD Session: What You're Missing in your Job/Internship Search (For Grad Students & Post-docs)
Gain insight on how to conduct an effective job or internship search, including what you might be missing, and hear tips from successful candidates.  Open to all non-MBA graduate students and Post-docs.  Food and drinks will be provided.  Sponsored by the CCD and GSA. Please RSVP in RICElink; login, select Events and then Learning Sessions.
Friday, April 27
12 - 1 pm
Huff House 107