Author: Angi McKie

Are you thinking about law school?

Registration is now open for the free Iowa Law Expo on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City, IA.

(Students are not required to attend all events. Please participate in the day to the extent you are able.)

The Law Expo includes:

·        A law school fair with representatives from more than 90 law schools around the country

·        A tour of the UI College of Law

·        Breakout sessions for students

The Law Expo is an excellent opportunity to learn more about law school and the legal profession. Prospective law students from throughout the Midwest are encouraged to attend this free event. Register now.
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Iowa Law Expo Schedule:

(Students are not required to attend all events. Please participate in the day to the extent you are able.)

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – Student Check-In in Hubbard Commons at the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

9:00 – 10:45 a.m. – UI College of Law Visit (Group will depart from the IMU at 8:30 a.m.)

10:30 – 11:00 a.m. or 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. – Law Expo 101: Maximize your time at the Iowa Law Expo

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. –  MAPLA Caravan Law School Fair: 90+ law schools from around the country

12:30-1:15 p.m.

Student Breakout Sessions:

·        Law School 101: Preparation and Application

·        Law Career Outlook

2:30 – 3:15      –
Student Breakout Sessions:

·        Diversity and Law School

·        Financing Law School

Learn more and register for this FREE event at: https://careers.uiowa.edu/iowa-law-expo

The Iowa Law Expo is part of the MAPLA Law School Caravan. The Midwest Association of Pre-Law Advisors (MAPLA) supports pre-law advising efforts throughout the Midwest.

The Law Expo is also sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Tippie College of Business, College of Law, Academic Advising Center, Pomerantz Career Center, and Phi Alpha Delta

Join us Wednesday, October 2, 2019 – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Second Floor Ballroom, Iowa Memorial Union!

If you’re interested in numbers and working with big data, or assessing risk this fair may be for you. Almost 30 employers will be joining us for this event!

**Download the Career Fair Plus app in your device app store to research employers and review the booth map or visit  Handshake/Events.

Tips to get ready:

• Update Your Resume – our walk-in hours are M-F, 10am-3pm, C310 Pomerantz Center
• Bring your Student ID, copies of your resume and dress for success!
  **If you are in need of free professional attire, please visit the Clothing Closet at Iowa, 213 Iowa Memorial Union

More information at: https://careers.uiowa.edu/analytics-actuarial-science-fair

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming week.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of September 23rd

Tuesday 09/24 – TTI 10:00am-3:00pm, West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

The Fall Job and Internship Fair will be held on Thursday, September 26th from 11 am – 4 pm. Check-in will be in Hubbard Commons of the Iowa Memorial Union and the employers will be in the Main Lounge & Second Floor Ballroom as well as the Sun Porch of the IMU.

The Fair is open to all majors and is free of charge.  For more information, please visit our website
at https://careers.uiowa.edu/fall-job-internship-fair

Employer/Organization highlights:   

• There will be over 170 organizations at the Fair this Fall
• 117 organizations are looking for interns
• 142 organizations have full-time opportunities

For a full list of organizations, visit Handshake under “Events” to research employers attending or download the Career Fair Plus App where you can filter by many things including major, location, position type, etc.

Are you considering an Internship in Washington, DC? If so, come learn about The Washington Center and its professional internship opportunities. UI students intern in DC either fall, spring or summer.

Choose from one of the following 2 sessions:

Wednesday, September 25th 4-5 p.m., C330 Pomerantz Center or 7-8 p.m., 131 Schaeffer Hall

With professional preparation at The Washington Center, you will…
– Earn UI credit
– Have a guaranteed internship
– Receive $2,000 scholarship
– Have housing provided

Check out the video below for more information or visit: https://careers.uiowa.edu/twc/general-information

https://careers.uiowa.edu/twc/

The Fall Job and Internship Fair will be held on Thursday, September 26th from 11 am – 4 pm. Check-in will be in Hubbard Commons of the Iowa Memorial Union and the employers will be in the Main Lounge & Second Floor Ballroom as well as the Sun Porch of the IMU.

The Fair is open to all majors and is free of charge.  For more information, please visit our website
at https://careers.uiowa.edu/fall-job-internship-fair

Employer/Organization highlights:   

• There will be over 170 organizations at the Fair this Fall
• 117 organizations are looking for interns
• 142 organizations have full-time opportunities

For a full list of organizations, visit Handshake under “Events” to research employers attending or download the Career Fair Plus App where you can filter by many things including major, location, position type, etc.

Are you considering an Internship in Washington, DC? If so, come learn about The Washington Center and its professional internship opportunities. UI students intern in DC either fall, spring or summer.

Choose from one of the following 2 sessions:

Wednesday, September 25th 4-5 p.m., C330 Pomerantz Center or 7-8 p.m., 131 Schaeffer Hall

With professional preparation at The Washington Center, you will…
– Earn UI credit
– Have a guaranteed internship
– Receive $2,000 scholarship
– Have housing provided

Check out the video below for more information or visit: https://careers.uiowa.edu/twc/general-information

https://careers.uiowa.edu/twc/

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming week.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of September 16th:

9/17 – Google Office Hours – 9 am-noon – location will be shared via email
*Indicate your interest on the registration form and we’ll send out sign-up links on a rolling basis – the registration form can be found here – https://goo.gle/uiowa-Fall19-RSVP

– Transamerica Meet & Greet – 9 am-3 pm – West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

– Google Tech Challenge – 6-8:30 pm – 2520D University Capitol Centre

9/18  – Parametric Career Night – at their offices in Minneapolis, MN

9/19 – HNI Launch Day – 12:15-3:30 pm – Locations: College of Engineering Annex – Seamans Center & West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

more details about HNI Launch Day at https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/351312

Career Series for International Students

Tuesday, September 10
Job Search – 4 -5 p.m.
OPT – 5 – 6 p.m.
at 1100 UCC

Thursday, September 12
Internship Search – 4 – 5 p.m.
CPT – 5 – 6 p.m.
at 1100 UCC

Work Visa Options After Graduation
Friday, September 27 11:30-1 p.m. in room 335, IMU

Experienced immigration attorneys David Gluckman and Jonathan Moore of McCandlish Holton will discuss work visa options for international students after
graduation, including Optional Practical Training (OPT) and H-1B. They will present practical advice on job search strategies and how to deal with the H-1B quota, as well
as options other than H-1B for those who qualify.

Offered by International Programs and Pomerantz Career Center – part of the Life in Iowa Series

JC Penney at Coral Ridge Mall is hosting Suit Up for UI students on Sunday, September 15th from 6-9 p.m. to assist students in getting clothing at a discounted price for professional trips, presentations, interviews and career fairs other needs.

This is a special event sponsored by JC Penney that open exclusively to students at the University of Iowa to purchase career dress/casual apparel at up to 60% off. Transportation is available by shuttle bus that will be at the IMU beginning at 5:30 pm and returning at 8:30 and 9:30 pm. Please bring your Student ID for admission into the store. Be sure to RSVP on Handshake under Events.

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming week.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of September 9th:

9/10 – Ernst & Young Meet & Greet – 11:45 am – 2:15 pm – Pappajohn Business Building Patio

9/11 – BerganKDV Meet & Greet – 12-3 pm – West Galleria – Pappajohn Business Building

PWC Meet & Greet – 6-8 pm – Big Grove Iowa City

9/12 – PwC Meet & Greet – 12-3:30 pm – Pappajohn Business Building South Galleria or Outdoor Patio (weather dependent)

RSM Meet & Greet – 1-3:30 pm – West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

Save the Date-  Week of 9/16:

9/17 – Google Office Hours – 9 am-noon – location will be shared via email
*Indicate your interest on the registration form and we’ll send out sign-up links on a rolling basis – the registration form can be found here – https://goo.gle/uiowa-Fall19-RSVP

– Transamerica Meet & Greet – 9 am-3 pm – West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

– Google Tech Challenge – 6-8:30 pm – 2520D University Capitol Centre

9/18  – Parametric Career Night – at their offices in Minneapolis, MN

9/19 – HNI Launch Days – 12:15-3:30 pm – College of Engineering Annex – Seamans Center & West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

There’s no time like now to work on your interview skills before the Job and Internship Fair later this month- you’ll get better every time you practice. Sign up to do a Mock Interview through Handshake to interview with a volunteer recruiter to get relevant feedback on how you’re doing!

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

9/10 – Cottingham & Butler
– Northwestern Mutual – Chicago

9/11 – Four Oaks Family & Children Services
– Ohnward Bancshares

To find upcoming Mocks, log into Handshake and go to Jobs and type Mock into the keyword search area. For assistance, call us at 319-335-1023.

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming week.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under the Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of September 3rd:

– Deloitte Meet & Greet – 10 am – 2 pm – West Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

– John Deere Day – Seamans Center – 2nd Floor Lobby & Commons – 3-5 pm

The Fall Student Employment Job Fair (August 28, 2019) from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM in the IMU Main Lounge! This year, we anticipate 20 or more employers in attendance, with a number of them interviewing that day in the IMU.

Some final reminders before the fair:

* Bring your work availability schedule. Be aware not only your class schedule but any other class-related or volunteer obligations so that you know when you are available to work.

* Come dressed as you are – if you have something a little nicer to wear that day that’s always great to make the best first impression.

* Be prepared to complete a job application or provide a resume to employers. Bring contact information for references. Pomerantz Career Center staff will be available for resume help. If you are applying for Work-Study jobs, bring your Work-Study Verification from MyUI. You must be able to verify employment eligibility within three days of employment. A list of acceptable verification documents can be viewed at hr.uiowa.edu/immigration/i-9-information. Staff from the Office of Financial Aid will be available at the Fair to answer questions you may have.

* Research the employers and job opportunities before the Job Fair. Review the list of registered employers at https://careers.uiowa.edu/student-employment-job-fair

* Be aware of the Student Job Fair hours of 11a.m.-3p.m. If you have class during that time period and can’t attend, be sure to check out jobs on Handshake. If you need contact information for an employer, contact Student Employment staff at 319-335-1023 or PCC-Student-Employ@uiowa.edu and we’ll help you.

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming week.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at HireaHawk.com, under the Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of August 26th

• GEICO–Monday, August 26th 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., South Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building

For more details please direct students to the Upcoming Events and Fair Search tabs in HireaHawk.com