Tuesday, September 3 at 4:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
Virtual Workshop: Wednesday, October 9 at 4:00 p.m.
Are you seeking funding for your graduate education? This session will provide tools and guidance to help you identify fellowships and scholarships to support your PhD, as well as research and dissertation funding. Open to all students.
Sponsored by the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships.
Tuesday, October 1 at 3:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
Wednesday, October 16 at 3:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
About 80 percent of employers actively seek students who have studied abroad. Learn about possibilities for funding international travel as an undergraduate or graduate student. Fellowships and scholarships covered in these workshops are open to US citizens. Not intended for international students.
Co-sponsored by the Graduate School and the Office of Fellowships and scholarships.
Thursday, August 29 at 2:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
Friday, September 20 at 2:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
Wednesday, November 12 at 3:00 p.m. in 107 Capen Hall
For students in STEM, participating in research can lead to funding. Learn about conducting research on and off campus as well as prestigious opportunities such as the Goldwater Scholarship and National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Fellowships and Scholarships covered in theses workshops are only open to US Citizens. Not intended for international students.
Sponsored by the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships.
Every Monday at 10 a.m. in 24 Capen Hall (August 26-November 25)
Every Thursday at 2 p.m. in 24 Capen Hall (August 29-November 21)
What is a fellowship or scholarship? How do you find these opportunities, and how do you become competitive for them? Learn more about this process at our 30-minute introductory workshops, held throughout the semester. Open to all students. Co-Sponsored by the Graduate School and the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships.
Featuring
alumni experts:
Josh
Walker ’99, Executive Vice President, HBO
and
Monika
Woods ’07, Literary Agent, Curtis Brown
Thursday,
October 3, 2019
Harriman
Hall Ballroom
South
Campus
Reception:
6 – 7 p.m.
Discussion
including audience Q&A: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Everyone loves a good story but not everyone knows how to tell
one. Join Robin Schulze, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, for an
introduction to strategic communication with industry experts and former
Spectrum contributors, Josh Walker and Monika Woods, as they share stories
about life since UB, including their experience with the ever changing world of
communications. These high profile alumni will discuss the demands of the
communication industry today and their ideas about where it is headed. Their
Q&A will be conducted by a current student of The Spectrum as the
publication prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary.
Your $12 registration fee includes a reception with light hors
d’oeuvres and beverage service before our discussion. Be sure to check out
other events offered as part of UB Homecoming and Family Weekend.
Please click here to RSVP by Sunday, September 29, 2019
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer’s Buffalo office is currently
seeking intern candidates for the fall 2019 semester. Please feel free to share
this opportunity with your students.
Students who wish to apply should be in good academic
standing and have an interest in government, political science or public
policy. Applicants should apply via the Internship portal on Senate Schumer’s
website (https://www.schumer.senate.gov/students/internships).
Please direct any questions to Courtney Ball at Senator
Schumer’s Buffalo office, by email courtney_ball@schumer.senate.gov
or by phone at (716) 846-4111.
Startup Boot Camp presented
by UB’s Blackstone LaunchPad powered by Techstars
Wednesday, August 21 and Thursday, August 22 in 216
Natural Science Complex, UB North Campus
It’s Free, Apply today: tinyurl.com/BXLPStartupBootcamp2019
Do you identify problems that need to be solved on a daily basis? Are you looking for a side hustle? If you answered yes, Startup Boot Camp is for you!
Learn how to take any idea from concept to creation in two days.
Marketing and Public Relations Internship
Organization Name
___Hillel of Buffalo_____________________________________________
Overview of
Organization
Hillel
is a hub for Jewish college students at UB and in the greater Buffalo area.
The organization aims to connect Jewish students to one another and to
provide opportunities for celebration, learning, travel, leadership
development, and community service. Hillel strives to be a safe and inclusive
community that welcomes new ideas and constructive discourse.
To
achieve these goals, Hillel offers a variety of programs, including social
events, weekly Shabbat services and dinners, Israel education, volunteer
opportunities, and holiday celebrations. We also offer a winter Birthright trip
and student leadership and mentorship opportunities.
Hillel
of Buffalo is growing, and is looking to include new student voices. Interning
with Hillel provides an opportunity to work with a supportive professional
staff, grow as a student and as a professional, give back to the community, and
leave your mark on an up-and-coming organization.
Additional
benefits include fun Hillel swag, flexible work hours, and work that can be
completed from home.
Hillel
of Buffalo is located in the University at Buffalo Commons Suite 101B, across
from Starbucks and next to the UB Greek Store.
Intern’s Supervisor (Name, Title, email): _Sara Rich, Executive Director of the
Hillel of Buffalo
_rabbisara@hillelofbuffalo.org_____________________________________________________
Address __520 Lee Entrance, UB Commons Suite 101B,
Amherst, NY 14228 __________________________________________________________________
Telephone 716-616-0083___ Fax _______________ Website
http://www.hillelofbuffalo.org
Intended Semester of Internship (fall, spring, summer) ___Spring_______________
Internship Details
Intern’s Title _Marketing and Public Relations Intern
Main Project
Responsibilities (50% of Internship)
Describe the main project in which the student intern will
be involved e.g.
The internship is an opportunity to bring your excellent
written and verbal communication skills to an organization that is working on
getting its name out on campus and in the community.
Marketing responsibilities include:
- Working with Hillel staff to develop social
media strategy
- Updating social media sites with new information
- Compiling and sending weekly student e-blast
- Creating brochures, flyers for events, promo
items and more
Public relations responsibilities include:
- Contributing to quarterly alumni and community
newsletter
- Pitching articles for the local Jewish newspaper
and for University publications
- Interviewing alumni, students, etc. for Hillel
publications
Interaction/ Exposure
to Leadership Team and Board of Directors (25% of Internship)
The Marketing and Public Relations Intern will work closely
with the Hillel of Buffalo professional staff team, and will collaborate with
the Student Board to market upcoming programs and opportunities. The intern
will also build relationships in the local Jewish community and serve as a
voice for this growing organization.
Support /
Administrative Responsibilities (25% Maximum of Internship)
n/a
Compensation
This is an unpaid, academic credit only internship.
Development Intern
Organization Name
___Hillel of Buffalo_____________________________________________
Overview of
Organization
Hillel
is a cultural and religious hub for Jewish college students at UB and in
the greater Buffalo area. The organization aims to connect Jewish
students to one another and to provide opportunities for celebration, learning,
travel, leadership development, and community service. Hillel strives to be a
safe and inclusive community that welcomes new ideas and constructive discourse.
To
achieve these goals, Hillel offers a variety of programs, including social
events, weekly Shabbat services and dinners, Israel education, volunteer
opportunities, and holiday celebrations. We also offer a winter Birthright trip
and student leadership and mentorship opportunities.
Hillel
of Buffalo is growing, and is looking to include new student voices. Interning
with Hillel provides an opportunity to work with a supportive professional
staff, grow as a student and as a professional, give back to the community, and
leave your mark on an up-and-coming organization.
Additional
benefits include fun Hillel swag, flexible work hours, and work that can be
completed from home.
Hillel
of Buffalo is located in the UB Commons Suite 101B, across from Starbucks and
between SEFCU and the Greek Store.
Intern’s Supervisor (Name, Title, email): _Sara Rich, Executive Director of the
Hillel of Buffalo
_rabbisara@hillelofbuffalo.org_____________________________________________________
Address __520 Lee Entrance, UB Commons Suite 101B,
Amherst, NY 14228 __________________________________________________________________
Telephone 716-616-0083___ Fax _______________ Website
http://www.hillelofbuffalo.org
Intended Semester of Internship (fall, spring, summer) ___Spring_______________
Internship Details
Intern’s Title _Development Intern
Main Project
Responsibilities (75% of Internship)
Describe the main project in which the student intern will
be involved e.g.
This internship is an opportunity to learn the inner
workings of a non-profit organization and to gain experience working with data
to advance the organization. Qualified applicants do not need to have past
experience with organizational development, but must be strong writers and have
excellent communication skills.
Main responsibilities include:
- Updating the Donor database and running reports
- Assisting with an online crowdfunding campaign
- Organizing a student phone-a-thon, senior gift,
or other student-initiated projects
- Sending thank you emails and gifts to donors
- Preparing materials for meetings of the Board of
Directors
- Prospect Research
- Media monitoring to find enriching content to be
shared with stakeholders
Interaction/ Exposure
to Leadership Team and Board of Directors (25% of Internship)
The Development Intern will work closely with the Hillel of
Buffalo professional staff team. S/he will receive weekly mentorship and will
be invited to attend strategy sessions and meetings with members of the Board
of Directors. The intern will also build relationships with supporters of
Hillel who are leaders in the local community.
Compensation
This is an unpaid, academic credit only internship.
I wanted to let you know about an exciting opportunity in
the Honors College – to become an Honors Student Ambassador.
Honors Student Ambassadors are comprised of a group of Honors students who will
help recruit prospective students to UB and Honors. As an Honors Student Ambassador, you will
play an important role in providing a current student perspective to high
school students who are considering the University and Honors.
As an Honors Student Ambassador, you will conduct campus
tours, assist with events such as UB 360 and Discovery Days, and may even have
the opportunity to help with our social media. In return, you will get to
be part of a dynamic group of students, gain leadership and communication
skills, receive a $100 stipend as well as UB Honors apparel.
If you are interested, please consider applying using the attached application. The application is due to Honors (106 Capen Hall) by 4:30pm on Wednesday, August 28th. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
I hope you will consider applying and look forward to seeing you soon!
-Tim Matthews: trm7@buffalo.edu
Apply Here: https://blogs.honors.buffalo.edu/honorablemention/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/08/Honors-Student-Ambassador-Application-2019-2020.docx
