Careerathon: Presented by Adecco!

Adecco USA presents the "Way to Work: Careerathon" tomorrrow, April 30th in NYC! There is still time to register, so sign up asap! Adecco is the workforce solutions leader in the United States and Canada. For more information about Adecco - check out their website.

Wall Street Exchange: Summer Program

Check out this exciting opportunity for students interested in Finance!!

CohnReznick Open House!

CohnReznick invites you to their annual Open House in their corporate headquarters located in New York city on June 13th, 2013! 

We invite accounting majors entering their sophomore, junior, and senior year as well as students participating in an accounting masters program to attend.  The main focus is for students to interact with CohnReznick staff at all levels and get a better feel of CohnReznick’s culture, people and what we do.

Since our training room only holds a certain number of people we will be inviting back on a first come first serve basis so please complete the link below to register by May 13th.  A copy of your resume will be necessary to complete registration.

Space is limited, so sign up soon HERE!

When: June 13th

Time: 10:00am-2:30pm 

Where: 1212 Avenue of the Americas

            15th floor training room

            New York, New York 10036

Contact info: 212-297-0400 

Dress: Business Casual

Lunch included (please indicate any special dietary restrictions) 

Intern Spotlight: Ann Pierret

By Ann Pierret, FCRH '2014

This past semester I've been studying abroad through Boston University in Sydney, Australia. For the first half of the program we took two classes. After spring break, we started our internship, which we go to 4 days a week, leaving Monday open for one class. I have the privilege of working with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. The ABC is similar to BBC or PBS in that it’s a public broadcaster owned by the government. There are no commercials during programming!

I’m working under the production manager of a new TV show called The Checkout. According to their website, the program “reinvents consumer affairs for the twenty first century, giving viewers a healthy and/or dangerous mix of info and attitude that hopefully might lead to smarter spending decisions.”

Although I’d like to become a broadcast journalist and focus more on television news, I was excited for this internship because I’m learning the production side of things.

So far, I've helped the research team by looking into more background information on products or consumer affairs issues and going out to find the actual products. Also, because the show has such a low budget, they've used me as an extra a few times. I have no complaints! I get to say I was on several episodes of an Australian TV show! When I’m not starring as an extra on shoots, I go out on location to assist the director and assistant producers by preparing the location, keeping passersby away from the set, and doing other random jobs.

I am having a phenomenal time. Aussies in general are super nice, and the people I’m working with are just extraordinary!! Everyone is so passionate about their job - so passionate that they've actually risked getting arrested to prove their point.  They also have a lot of fun with what they’re doing. Since the show is a comedy, everyone is constantly joking around and laughing, which creates the perfect work atmosphere.

The Checkout premiered on March 21st, and has been well-received by the Australian audience. This comes as no surprise, since two of the presenters and the executive producer of the show were part of a comedy group called The Chasers. They used to have a show where they “punk’d” (for lack of a better word) different people and political events. You ask anyone on the street, and they know who these guys are. Yet they are the kindest, most humble people. One day, while sitting in wardrobe with the executive producer, he asked me all about my life in The States, and what I want to do; and then he told me about The Chasers and places I still need to see in Sydney. When the people you work with really care about you, you know you’re in the right place.

You don’t have to come all the way down under to find that, though. In fact, it’s nice if you can find such an experience in America because the language barrier can become frustrating. (Actually, I think accent and lingo barrier is a better way to put it.) Unfortunately, more than once I have had to ask, “WHAT?” when given a task. Australians tend to speak extremely fast and that combined with their accents makes it difficult to understand what they’re saying. Plus, in the beginning I was unsure of a few of the products they were asking me to research or go find, so I was even more confused. However, everyone I work with is very understanding, and they have actually taken it upon themselves to teach me about the Australian culture. Regardless of how busy they are trying to put a 30-minute episode together in one week, they don’t mind taking the extra minute or so to explain something or just have a conversation. 

Not asking for help, though, also gives me the chance to learn on my own, which I know they appreciate. As with any internship, I've learned it’s important to be self-reliant. You can’t always figure things out on your own, but when you do, it’s really rewarding, and your supervisor will appreciate it.  

The other differences in the workplace are numerous. The environment is definitely more ‘lax over here. You don’t have to be at work right on-time, cuss words are present in every conversation, and the dress code is non-existent. You are also encouraged to get up from your desk to take a break.

In addition, I have an actual role on a team at my internship here. At other internships, I was more of a shadower, and the head honcho of the corporation was a god. Here, I have had multiple conversations with the executive producer of the show, and have gotten to know him very well. He’s around all the time; he actually works in a cubicle right along all of us.

Finally, I think what I love most about this job is how diverse my role is. I never know what to expect when I go in each day. I could be some random character, hanging out on location, running around Sydney looking for a specific product, or sitting in the office researching. It’s a good time, and I couldn't be happier that I chose to intern while abroad. I have learned more about the city from a whole different perspective.

Ann is studying Communications & Media studies at Fordham College Rose Hill, and minoring in Computer Science. She is currently studying abroad in Australia through a program with Boston University.

Fellowship Opportunity: PreProBono

PreProBono is happy to announce that we are accepting applications for our 2013 Fellowship Program, which aims to send bright, public-interest-minded students like you to top law schools in the country.

Now in its third year, the Fellowship has a stellar track record. 13 of our 18 Fellows scored in the 80th percentile or higher on LSAT, with 7 achieving scores in the top 10 percent of all LSAT takers. Our Fellows have gained admissions to top law schools including Harvard, NYU, Columbia, Virginia, Berkeley, Cornell, and Georgetown.

If selected as a Fellow, beginning this June, you will receive over 200 hours of intensive LSAT training, law school applications consulting, and personal statement editing. You will participate in our summer public interest speaker series where you will meet with over 15 current practicing public interest attorneys. From October until next September, you will help build PreProBono's programming, volunteer to further our organization's mission and create the next year's Fellowship.

The deadline to submit an application is May 17, 2013. Admissions are rolling. Apply Today!

Fellowship Opportunity: Match Education

Are you interested in education reform? 

Consider joining Match Corps: Chicago, a full-time, in-school, professional tutoring fellowship overseen by Match Education. We are seeking smart, idealistic, relentless people for the 2013-2014 school year. Each Fellow works with two students at a time for each period of the school day, and will have a personal caseload of 12 students for the entire school year. Fellows drive student achievement by providing individualized instruction, and by building personal and meaningful relationships with students and their families.

Why?

Match Education has been using this high-­‐dosage tutoring model for nine years in Massachusetts with tremendous success. Now Match is shipping off from the east coast to work with underperforming schools in Chicago as part of a scientific study with the University of Chicago. This gold standard 2x2 experiment will investigate whether high dosage tutoring can reduce violent behavior in young men and drive academic performance. This experiment has never been done before and is a one-­‐of a kind opportunity.

This is a unique service based opportunity where you will be playing a role in a break through scientific study and will be making a significant difference in the lives of students. Fellowships are full-­‐time for 11-­‐ months and start on August 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014. Fellows will receive a modest stipend of $16,000 ($1,454/month for 11 months) and a $1,000 transportation award. Fellows will also receive a wide variety of benefits programs and resources offered through the University of Chicago. For more information on University of Chicago benefits visit http://hrservices.uchicago.edu/benefits/index.shtml.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.

- Strong math skills required.

- Interest in education reform required.

- Experience tutoring, teaching or coaching strongly preferred.

- Spanish oral proficiency strongly preferred.

- Volunteer experience working with students preferred.

- Ability to work with a high degree of initiative preferred.

- Flexibility to adapt to change preferred. 


A resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of background checks required to work in the public schools. 
Could you commit yourself to a year of service in an urban school? Could you take on the challenge of propelling the academic growth of a small caseload of urban students?

If you’re up for the task, apply now. 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

To apply, go to our application 
here.


For more information and updates, like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/matcheducation

Learn how you can make a difference and contact Antonio Gutierrez: antonio.gutierrez@matcheducation.org.

Real Estate Convention

Building Owners and Managers Association of Greater New York, Inc. (BOMA/NY). Our Mission is to promote programs and services, while serving as a resource, for the advancement of the real estate industry.

  

BOMA NY would like to invite any students interested in learning more about careers in real estate to attend the BuildingsNY 2013: the Show for Building Owners and Managers.

This two day event is being held on April 24th and 25th at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. You may come for an hour or stay for the entire day! Admission is free to all students.  At the event, you’ll be able to take advantage of free educational seminars, network with leaders in the Real Estate industry and learn about building products and services.

Members from BOMA/NY will be available to ensure you see all the highlights and will give you time to explore the conference on your own as well. For more information and to register, head to http://www.buildingsny.com/. Put “Student” as your company name.  Prior to the event, a BOMA/NY member will reach out to students that have registered to provide additional information, including times and meeting locations at the convention center. 

BOMA NY represents the owners and managers of commercial real estate in the five boroughs, as well as the vendors and service providers for that industry. Our members own/manage more than 400,000,000 square feet and are the first line of defense for the safety and well-being of more than 3 million office occupants.

Commercial Real Estate’s contribution to the New York State Economy is more than $14.6 Billion and supports more than 228,000 jobs, directly or indirectly.

Part Time Opportunities

Company: WunWun

Title: Helper

About the Company: WunWun provides an "On Demand Helper" when a customer requests a Service to be done for them, instant delivery of a Product, or a Suggestion for something they're looking for, via our beautiful iPhone app.

Job Description:

WunWun is hiring on-demand "Helpers" around Manhattan to fulfill requests that come in via WunWun.  A "Helper" will fulfill real time requests from our users, and work with them to provide "What they need. When they need." Requests may be things like walking their dog because they have to work late or delivering a birthday gift for them, to suggesting what the best kept secret for Sushi in NYC is! We're looking for individuals who are natural problem solvers, take pride in their work, and are eager to assist our users in a variety of capacities.

For more information about the company, head to wunwun.com

For more information or to apply, please email jake@wunwun.com. You may also find detailed descriptions via CareerLink.

Additionally, a Fordham alum is looking to hire Fordham students for part-time work. For more info, check out the flyer below:

New: Fordham Law Corporate Compliance Institute

Currently, the job market for trained corporate compliance professionals is expanding both in the United States and around the world because an effective compliance program may reduce a company’s risks, reduce the severity of claims and penalties when violations do occur, and enhance corporate performance and profitability.  Recent efforts by regulators in various industries have heightened the importance of corporate compliance initiatives. 

So, join the New Corporate Compliance Institute at Fordham Law School! 

The program begins this summer, July 8–26, 2013.

The Program

This summer's program is geared primarily toward bachelor degree holders seeking entry-level compliance positions, but it may also be helpful for those with some compliance experience and professionals seeking to transition into the compliance field.

The 3-week program will launch in July and is designed to serve as an introduction to the basics of compliance and the role of in-house counsel and the corporate compliance office.  This program is directed by Professor Sean Griffith, the head of Fordham’s Corporate Law Center, and Adjunct Professor Carole Basri, a recognized authority in the field of compliance.

Application 

For more information about the Institute and for application information, please visit here.