Ready to kickstart your career but not sure how to bridge the gap between college and your first professional role? Internships are your golden ticket, but finding the right fit and making the most of it can feel like a maze. This essential session will completely demystify the internship process, guiding you step-by-step through how to find valuable placements - whether paid or unpaid - that directly lead to jobs. We know you're eager for hands-on experience and professional growth, and this event is designed to give you a clear roadmap for securing meaningful opportunities that build your resume and lead to exciting career pathways. You'll learn practical strategies for making the most of your internship experience, building a powerful professional network, and transforming your temporary role into a permanent career launch. We'll also touch on other impactful pre-graduation experiences, like fellowships, and even share a glimpse into the unique opportunities our organization offers to help you gain that crucial tangible, meaningful responsibility. What you'll take away: Practical strategies for finding and succeeding in internships that lead to job offers Tips for making the most of paid and unpaid experiences How to effectively network and build professional connections during your internship Insights into fellowships and other pre-graduation opportunities that build your resume

In today’s fast-paced work environment it is easy to overlook your wellbeing, but it is essential to your long-term success and happiness. This session is designed to equip you with practical tools and strategies to manage stress, maintain mental wellness and build resilience throughout your career. In this workshop we will cover: Managing workplace stress, different coping strategies, and how to maintain work-life balance.

A fast paced 60 minutes with IBM Tech Talk College and University Student Wednesdays! Join industry leaders and students in this discussion with questions from students and connections to leaders that you have been requesting. In addition to hearing from an industry expert in a different topic each month, also hear from and begin networking with other students who have been participating in the programs for over a year now who are also answering the questions in the chat because to their experiences, internships, or jobs they are now in. The dialogue continues to expand with the student, industry and academic experiences shared in this discussion. 1) IBM Midwest Academic Programs Manager walks students through enrollment and new asset for today (10 Minutes) 2) IBM Recruiting Leader talks about new information on jobs in IBM (internship and full-time positions) (10 Minutes) 3) Industry Tech talks from subject matter expert (25 Minutes) 4) Question and answer time (15 minutes) Looking forward to seeing you!

Do you believe in the raw power of collective action to transform communities and challenge inequitable systems? If you're ready to make a tangible difference right where you are, this panel conversation is for you! We'll delve into the heart of civic renewal and community power, showcasing how young leaders like you are driving local change through effective community organizing and civic engagement. You'll explore the foundational mechanisms that genuinely empower local populations, learn practical strategies for strengthening diverse community voices, and discover how positive,  participation can address even the most complex systemic challenges. This is your prime opportunity to unleash your agency, contribute meaningfully to shaping local outcomes, and become a catalyst for deep systems change and profound community impact. What you'll take away: A deeper understanding of the core mechanisms behind effective community organizing and civic engagement Practical strategies for amplifying local voices and fostering positive, democratic participation in shaping community outcomes Learn how collective action and civic renewal can effectively address systemic challenges and drive equitable change in communities Join us to be inspired by stories of transformation and spark your own path to making a difference.

The workshop will be conducted by Leigh-Ann Campbell, a veteran TestMasters instructor who scored a perfect 180 on an officially administered LSAT and has 15 years of LSAT teaching experience. Attendees will be challenged with a series of difficult LSAT questions and Leigh-Ann will demonstrate the most effective methods for tackling them.

Come to this informative workshop to find out how to search for internships. The workshop will touch on the following topics: how to conduct an internship search, databases to assist you in finding internships, the importance of networking, how the internship application process works, and funding resources to be aware of as you begin your internship search. Advanced RSVP on Handshake is encouraged but not required.