University Honors College - The Honorable mention
Thursday
04/21/22

Smithers Environmental Risk Sciences Visiting May 5-Internship and Career Opportunities

Posted by Tim on April 21, 2022 in Academics, Career Opportunities, Internships, Job Opportunity, Networking

Smithers Environmental Risk Sciences will be coming to UB to meet with our undergraduates on May 5th and discuss career opportunities and internships at their company. Representatives will be at UB on May 5, from 4-6 PM in Natural Sciences Complex Room 684.

Friday
04/08/22

Engineering Spring Career and Internship Fair April 13

Posted by Tim on April 8, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Internships, Job Opportunity, Student Job Opportunities

Tau Beta Pi, the Engineering Honors Society presents….Spring Career Fair!

Wednesday, April 13, 2022
1:30pm to 3:00pm
Student Union Flag Room (215 Student Union)
All Engineering Disciplines Welcome!

talk with recruiters who are hiring students for summer internships and full-time employment after graduation!

Monday
04/04/22

Hiring Summit: In-Person Job Fair April 6

Posted by Tim on April 4, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Community Announcements, Event, Job Opportunity, Networking

Hiring Summit | In-Person Job Fair | Wednesday, April 6 |11am – 1:30pm | Student Union | Focus on non-profit, education, social impact and government work. Register here to find out more about the employers attending such as….

-Navy Officer Programs Buffalo                    

-Chautauqua County Mental Hygiene                       

-Community Missions, Inc.                

-Anthology Inc.                       

-Wayne County Crisis Services                     

-Heritage Christian Services              

-People Inc.                

-The Arc Erie County New York                    

-New York State Police                     

-M&T Bank                 

-Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES                     

-The Service Collaborative of WNY, Inc.                  

-Buffalo Audubon Society, Inc. Beaver Meadow Nature Center

-Pegula Sports & Entertainment                    

-Montante Group                                            

-New York State Department of Corrections and Community  Supervision/Recruitment                    

-Buffalo Urban Mission Partnership               

-Central New York Psychiatric Center                   

Tuesday
03/22/22

Job Opportunity For Graduating Seniors: Onboarding Specialist

Posted by Tim on March 22, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Job Opportunity

Onboarding Specialist Job Description

Matchwell is a revolutionary healthcare marketplace that is changing the way clinicians and healthcare facilities connect. We are currently looking for an Onboarding Specialist to join our world-class FULLY REMOTE team!

THE OPPORTUNITY In a nutshell, the Onboarding Specialist will ensure each clinician in the Matchwell platform is fully credentialed and help them through the process of being placed with our partner clients. This role will encompass the following: • Becoming an expert on the platform and guiding the clinician through the credentialing process • Building relationships with clinicians • Delivering results and placing highly qualified clinicians at our partner clients • Educate clinicians about platform upgrades and best practices on an ongoing basis • Continuously promoting clinician engagement via the platform • Work with Matchwell Sales and Delivery team to deliver high-level results for clinicians • Helping tech operations define the role and advancement of the platform You’ll be a perfect fit if you possess the following: • Positive Fun-loving Attitude • Strong problem-solving ability and instincts • High-level communication and relationship building skills • Impeccable integrity • Service Mentality • Ability to work quickly and manage competing priorities • The internal drive and passion to grow within a fast-growing and exciting company • Experience in healthcare staffing preferred but not required • Bachelors preferred but not required • Minimal travel (only for corporate outings and an occasional conference) (Post Covid) Benefits include: • Fully remote opportunity • Competitive compensation with opportunities for team-based bonuses • Full benefits package with employer-paid medical premiums • Monthly technology stipend and all equipment provided • 401k offered • Unlimited PTO, including volunteer days


*If you are interested in applying, please email an introduction and your resume to Rebecca Patterson (UB Honors 2018) at rpatterson@wematchwell.com.

Monday
03/14/22

Explore Buffalo Seeks a Program Assistant Full-Time Position

Posted by Tim on March 14, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Job Opportunity

EXPLORE BUFFALO
Program Assistant
Job Description
Explore Buffalo is seeking a full-time Program Assistant with an engaging and enthusiastic personality to join our energetic and professional team in support of the organization’s mission of promoting Buffalo and Western New York history, architecture, and neighborhoods through quality education to learners of all ages. This position is responsible for ensuring that Explore Buffalo’s office operates smoothly on a day-to-day basis, and is primarily a responsive role that replies to the needs of Explore Buffalo guests, members, and volunteers.
Responsibilities:
Guest & Member Services
• Answer phone calls and emails requesting tour information and reservation assistance
o When necessary, issue cancellation notices for tours
• Answer phone calls and emails requesting information and assistance with membership purchases and renewals
• Process orders for new and renewal memberships
• Prepare and send membership renewal notices
• Track membership statistics
Volunteer Support
• Assist volunteers with reservation report access
• Maintain volunteer directory and related volunteer records
• Maintain inventory of tour supplies and distribute to volunteers as needed
Administrative
• Maintain files and records (mostly digital)
o Maintain tour attendance records
• Participate and take notes in weekly staff meetings
• Sort all incoming mail and distribute appropriately
o Process donations received and prepare donor acknowledgement letters
o Process and respond to charitable donation requests
• Prepare meeting materials for Board of Directors, committees, and other meetings
• Coordinate purchasing of office supplies
General
• Participate in Explore Buffalo’s volunteer events to connect with our volunteers
• Assist with Explore Buffalo events and other duties as they may develop
Qualifications:
• Two or more years of office experience including customer service is highly desirable
• Passion for promoting Buffalo and for Explore Buffalo’s mission
• Enthusiastic and energetic personality
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team, depending on the task
• Attention to detail; ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must have reliable transportation
Hours: This full-time position will be Tuesday-Saturday during Explore Buffalo’s tour season, April through October, 9am-5pm on Tuesday-Friday and 9am-2pm on Saturday (37 hours total per week). If desired, there will be an opportunity to switch to a Monday-Friday schedule during the winter. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required. Working as a team in our office is important to Explore Buffalo; however, a partially remote work schedule is an available option
Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $34,000 to $37,000 depending on relevant experience. Benefits include paid time off and health insurance including dental and vision.
Application: To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to hiring@explorebuffalo.org. Please include Program Assistant in the subject line.
Explore Buffalo actively seeks people who bring a wide range of perspectives to join our staff, volunteers, and Board of Directors. We value the richness of each person’s background and recognize how learning from different lived experiences can help us tell a more complete story of Buffalo in our tours and programs. If you are concerned you do not meet all the job requirements, we still encourage you to apply.
Explore Buffalo provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Thursday
03/03/22

MedDeviceCareers is Hiring College Seniors and Recent Graduates for Cardiac Device Specialist Positions!

Posted by Tim on March 3, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Job Opportunity

 We are hiring!
Seeking College Seniors and Recent Graduates for
Cardiac Device Specialist Jobs It’s a very busy time for college seniors right now who are managing school work and job interviews simultaneously and anxiously wondering what will come next after graduation.   Please pass this information along to your seniors/recent graduates: The PrepMD Professionals ProStart Training Sponsorship Program is a fantastic opportunity leading to a 2-year contract role as a Cardiac Device Specialist at a $60,000 starting salary. Many openings are available across the U.S.   PrepMD Professionals invests in the learning and professional development of selected ProStart candidates, providing access to cardiac medical device learning resources. Participants complete the required online learning, in-person training, and proficiency assessment. The next step is a 2-year contract placement as a cardiac device specialist.   See more details on Handshake and at https://www.meddevicecareers.com/prostart/
Rounded Rectangle: VIsit ProStart
Monday
02/21/22

Online Career Information Session with PrepMD about Careers in Cardiac Care February 28th

Posted by Tim on February 21, 2022 in Academics, Career Opportunities, Community Announcements, Event, Workshops

The Honors College invites you to a special online information session with PrepMD to learn about Cardiac Careers. 

This session will take place on Zoom on Monday, February 28, 2022 at 4:00pm.  RSVP to Tim Matthews at trm7@buffalo.edu for zoom information by Thursday, February 24th.

Tuesday
02/15/22

What’s Trending this Spring

Posted by Tim on February 15, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Event, Networking, Workshops

Live + Work Pop-ups – Finding that job or company that launches your career is just as important as discovering your favorite restaurant or next selfie spot when designing your life after college. Keep an eye out ? for the blue and white tricycle around campus spotlighting a few up-and-coming cities.

? New York City | February 24 | Student Union Lobby⁠
? Buffalo | March 9 | Student Union Lobby⁠
? Singapore | April 12 | One World Café

How I got started in Business without a Business Degree

Dive into the stories behind UB alumni who broke into some of the fastest-growing companies. Get all the hacks to help you thrive in the corporate world without a business-related degree.

Featured Alumni Guests:

Allison Colavito ’20Joe Konze Jr. ’14 and Cailyn McCarthy ’18

Career Building Skillshops – Start building top skills that employers want in today’s job market. Here are some of our most popular skillshops.

>>See all upcoming skillshops

+PLUS: Join our career experts every week for our Resume + Online Profile Labs.

GloBULL Navigation – Introducing a weekly session that helps international students navigate every step in the American job or internship search.

Monday
02/07/22

Two Year Hillel International Fellowship for Graduating Seniors

Posted by Tim on February 7, 2022 in Career Opportunities, Fellowships

College seniors and those who love them – looking for the perfect job post-graduation? How about working with students, networking, using your creativity, and learning highly transferable skills as part of a two-year full-time job? Apply to Hillel’s #SpringboardFellowship TODAY! Learn more at hillel.org/Springboard. Our Springboard Fellows have made an incredible impact at Hillel of Buffalo, and I can promise that you will do the same.

Thursday
12/02/21

Level Up Your Leadership Mentoring Experience Nominations

Posted by Tim on December 2, 2021 in Academics, Career Opportunities

Are you looking to take your leadership to the next level? 

Recognize the leadership potential of your students, employees, co-workers, or friends by nominating them to participate in our half day Leadership Mentoring Experience!

All nominations are due by Fri., Dec., 10 at 5 p.m.

For more information on Level Up nominations, check HERE!

Location: Online formDate and Time: 
Fri., Dec. 10 at 5:00 p.m.