November 2, 2009

Peace Corps Presentation

-Visit with our Peace Corps Campus Representative

-Discover the professional and personal benefits to work with the Peace
Corps

-Learn about current positions & the steps to apply

When: Wednesday, December 9th

Time: 3:00pm-4:00pm (short video followed by question & answer period)

Location: 325 Education Sciences Building

October 30, 2009

AmeriCorps Presentation

AmeriCorps Presentation

-Learn about current opportunities & employer contacts

-Find out the steps to apply & following up

-Listen to first-hand experiences of past & present AmeriCorps employees

*This event is open to students and alumni*

When: Thursday, December 3rd

Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm (open to come by anytime during this time slot)

Where: Room 325, Education Sciences building

Breakthrough Saint Paul

Breakthrough Saint Paul is looking for a diverse group of talented
undergraduate and high school students (juniors/seniors) to teach and lead
at an innovative academic summer program for high-potential, under-resourced
middle school students in Saint Paul. Breakthrough provides paid summer
internships, complete with training and classroom teaching experience.

Open to all majors!

This internship was ranked as one of the TOP TEN SUMMER INTERNSHIPS FOR
COLLEGE STUDENTS by the Princeton Review.

Please check out the attached documents and visit our website for more
details!
http://www.breakthroughsaintpaul.org/teachers_become.html

Application Deadline: March 1st, 2010

October 28, 2009

Hiring Project Manager

The following position is open in the Department of Educational Psychology.


Project Coordinator on a sponsored project funded by the National Institute
of Health called, "Improving Problem-Solving Performance of Students with
Mathematics Difficulties"

A complete job description may be found by going to the central human
resources employment listing at the University of Minnesota web site:

UMN web site: http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment

Position Title: Project Coordinator
Requisition Number: 163744
Department: Educational Psychology (301A)

Monster.com Online Event

Do you want to connect with employers and gain career resources without
leaving your room? Now you can with a virtual online event hosted by
Monster.com on November 12, 2009 at 2PM to 8PM CST.

With cutting edge technology, Monster is hosting the prestigious Diversity
Leadership Programs event on a virtual platform where the best of the best
college students network with top companies; while getting career tips on
how to get a job. Best of all, no travel is required!

The Monster DLP Educationxpo will provide participants an opportunity to:

* Learn more about the Monster DLP and company sponsors to learn about
available job opportunities and resources.
* Gain additional insight on resume-building and interviewing from
industry-leading company recruiters.
* Connect with other high-achieving peers in a fun, interactive
environment.
* An opportunity to be entered in a Sweepstakes of $1,000 scholarships
and prizes!

This program is completely FREE, and no downloads are necessary. All you
have to do sign-up by
November 11, 2009 at 5PM EST.

October 23, 2009

National Student Exchange

National Student Exchange is a network of nearly 200 U.S. and Canadian
colleges and universities. Students can go on exchange for a semester or a
year to schools all over the U.S., Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin
Islands, and Canada!* NSE is AFFORDABLE!* Most students pay U of M tuition
while on exchange and most financial aid applies.

Benefits of NSE include:

* Live in a different geographic location (like Hawaii, Maine, US
Virgin Islands, Alaska, and many places in between!)
* Gain access to different courses and faculty at another school.
You can choose from approximately 550 majors/minors!
* Evaluate a school you might attend later for graduate studies.
* Research another job market and network or look for jobs there.
* Pursue internship opportunities outside of Minnesota.
* Pursue language study (improve your Spanish at a school in Puerto
Rico or work on your French at a school in Quebec!)
* Experience different cultures and traditions.
* Study at a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
* Grow personally, academically, and professionally!

Applications to participate in NSE during the 2010/2011 school year are due
before *February 10th, 2010*. Attend an info session (register at
http://www.cclc.umn.edu/infosessions/#NSE) to receive an application.


If you'd like more information:

* Visit www.offcampusstudy.umn.edu/nse.
* Attend an NSE info session (register at
http://www.cclc.umn.edu/infosessions/#NSE).
* Pick up an NSE catalog in 345 Fraser Hall.
* Contact an NSE advisor at 612-626-2044 or nseadv@umn.edu.

AmeriCorps Presentation

-Learn about current opportunities & employer contacts

-Find out the steps to apply & following up

-Listen to first-hand experiences of past & present AmeriCorps employees

*This event is open to students and alumni*

When: Thursday, December 3rd

Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm (open to come by anytime during this timeframe)

Where: Room 325, Education Sciences building

October 22, 2009

Hot Job leads

Hi students & alumni, Please check out the recent jobs that were posted to
GoldPASS. There are a wide variety of employers looking to connect with our
students and alumni, so don't miss out on these great opportunities! Please
log into GoldPASS at https://goldpass.umn.edu

10/21

WITS Education is seeking to fill a position for fitness
educators/professionals to teach a Personal Trainer Certification class at
Minneapolis Community and Technical College on weekends/weeknights. This is
a great part time gig for those seeking extra money. . The pay is
$25.00-$35.00 an hour. Candidates MUST possess a Bachelors degree in the
Health and Fitness Sciences or hold a fitness certification for the past 3
years and have teaching experience.

ACET, Inc. is currently accepting applicants for an internship for winter or
spring of 2010. Our goals for creating this opportunity are to develop new
talents in the field of evaluation and to expand our network. This is a very
competitive internship that only allows 2 interns per semester. Job
information is on GoldPASS job ID# 17893

Over the last six years, students from the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of
Public Policy, the College of Education and Human Development at the
University of Minnesota have interned at ACET. Previously, students have
received up to five graduate-level credits for their internship.

Walk-in Career Counseling Appointments for CEHD Students

Please visit CEHD Career Services in 360 Education Sciences for walk-in
career counseling appointments on Tuesdays 2 pm- 4 pm and Wednesdays 9 am -
11 am for the rest of fall semester.

Walk-in appointments are 15 minute sessions on a first come-first serve
basis. If you would like to schedule an hour long session with a career
counselor, please contact 612.625.3339 and someone will be able to assist
you.

October 19, 2009

Illinois Association of School Board Hirings

Illinois Association of School Boards is currently hiring for a variety of
education administration positions. Please check out the listings,
requirements, and application procedures at
http://www.iasb.com/executive/current.cfm

Hot Job Leads

Hi students & alumni, Please check out the recent jobs that were posted to
GoldPASS.There are a wide variety of employers looking to connect with our
students and alumni, so don't miss out on these great opportunities! Please
log into GoldPASS at https://goldpass.umn.edu

Outreach to Schools Intern (Paid position): Brooklyn Center ALC
Job Purpose: To work with Northwest Suburban Hennepin County youth, with a
focus on Brooklyn Center, to provide opportunities for youth to gain
employment skills and secure jobs.

Campaign Finance Intern (Upaid) Paul Thissen for Governor is seeking an
intern to work on the campaign. Could be great experience for a Business
Marketing major.

IES Global is seeking people to teach in China. (Paid position) Since this
is a FT position, it would be good for an upcoming graduate.

University of MN Urban Youth Development is seeking Youth Program leader
Interns (Paid!) This could be a great opportunity for multiple majors

Land O' Lakes is seeking a Marketing Intern. This is a paid internship
opportunity and a great opportunity for our Business & Marketing students.


University of Southern Indiana has several vacancies from administrative
support to faculty positions. Please visit their website at www.usi.edu
for the position descriptions, qualifications, and
application instructions.

MN Department of Human Services has 12 openings for the Executive Pathways
Internship program. These are PT or FT paid internship opportunities and
perfect for someone interested in public service careers.

College Tutors & Nannies Inc.- St. Paul has several PT tutor positions. This
is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the field of education.

UMD Recreation Department is recruiting for an Information & Registration
Associate. Great opportunity for someone with a background in recreation &
leisure.


October 16, 2009

Student Services Open House

Welcome Students!
Thursday, October 22nd
1:30pm-4:00pm
360, 375, 60 Education Sciences

See our beautiful new space!
Meet the Student Services staff.
Learn about CEHD majors, minors and certificate programs.
Talk with advisers from all CEHD majors.
Speak with career counselors.
Find out how to get involved in CEHD.


Tricks and treats!
Refreshments! Prize drawings!
www.cehd.umn.edu/students

Government Job & Internship Fair

The Government Job and Internship Fair is less than 2 weeks away.

Government Job & Internship Fair
http://mcucsa.org/govjobfair
Monday, October 26th, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis - Coffman Union

Research Opportunities

October 21st - Oh, Canada! Research Funding Opportunities from the Canadian Government
10:00-11:30 am in 250 Wulling Hall (East Bank)

Find funding for your work!!!!

Join Jennifer Kay from the General Counsel of Canada as she explains grant programs offered by the Government of Canada. Grants include:

• Research grants (large and small)
• Dissertation grants
• Funding for collaborative conferences with Canadian universities and organizations
• Funding to develop courses with Canada themes or taught in Canada

Contact Chris Johnstone at john4810@umn.edu
Sponsored by CEHD

Job leads: Remember to check out GoldPASS

Hi students & alumni, Please check out the recent jobs that were posted to GoldPASS.There are a wide variety of employers looking to connect with our students and alumni, so don't miss out on these great opportunities! Please log into GoldPASS at https://goldpass.umn.edu

Outreach to Schools Intern (Paid position): Brooklyn Center ALC
Job Purpose: To work with Northwest Suburban Hennepin County youth, with a focus on Brooklyn Center, to provide opportunities for youth to gain employment skills and secure jobs.

MN Department of Human Services has 12 openings for the Executive Pathways Internship program. These are PT or FT paid internship opportunities and perfect for someone interested in public service careers.

College Tutors & Nannies Inc.- St. Paul has several PT tutor positions. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the field of education.

Illinois Association of School Boards is currently hiring for a variety of education administration positions. Please check out the listings, requirements, and application procedures at http://www.iasb.com/executive/current.cfm