Upcoming Career Development Programs, Events, and Opportunities
The * denotes a new event / opportunity
All times listed are EST unless otherwise noted.
Please note that this is a partial list of events. To see a complete list of OCS events, please visit www.HireSmith.net and click on “Events
*The AWS Summit Washington, DC is happening this week. Look forward to an inspiring keynote and fireside chat, choose from 150+ sessions including interactive content, and chat with Amazon Web Services (AWS) experts. Discover the latest learnings, trends, and innovative advancements happening among public sector organizations across the globe. For details on how to register, visit www.HireSmith.net.
Slalom Consulting Company Presentation
Tuesday, 09/28/2021 | 6:00pm – 7:00pm EDT | Online!
Slalom is a collaborative purpose-driven consulting firm that helps companies solve their most complex business problems and build for the future. We drive modernization, transformation, and operational improvements across commercial, non-profit, and government organizations in areas of information technology, business, and operations. We are a team of thinkers, makers, and doers attracted to Slalom by the promise of loving our work and life. We develop robust, unique, end-to-end capabilities spanning from strategy formulation and operational implementation to technology and product development. We partner with companies to push the boundaries of what’s possible—together.
At Slalom, we show up differently to our clients. Our small, nimble teams enable us to build deep and lasting relationships with our clients. Our local model (no unwanted travel required) means our clients are also our neighbors; it also provides many opportunities for colleagues to develop strong bonds. We also treat roles and levels differently – we’re a culturally flat organization – everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Recruiting for full-time positions for the DC office. For additional information, please visit www.HireSmith.net.
Beyond Smith…
This section of #SmithHired contains a listing of career development and networking opportunities outside of Smith. Due to the fluid nature of events during Covid-19, we encourage you to check each event website prior to attending any event.
*AWS Summit Washington, DC
September 28-29, 2021 | 9:00am – 4:00 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Online
The AWS Summit Washington, DC is happening next week. Look forward to an inspiring keynote and fireside chat, choose from 150+ sessions including interactive content, and chat with Amazon Web Services (AWS) experts.
Discover the latest learnings, trends, and innovative advancements happening among public sector organizations across the globe. Interested but can’t attend in-person? Join us virtually on September 28th as we livestream the keynote, fireside chat, and selected sessions.
*Johnson & Johnson – ‘People. Strategy. Impact.’ Virtual Event
Tuesday 10/12/2021, 8:00am – 9:00am EDT | Online
We have the pleasure to share with you an upcoming online event for Johnson & Johnson – ‘People. Strategy. Impact.’ Virtual Event, where your students can engage with their representatives and learn in real-time about Experienced Human Resources Leadership Development Program (E-HRLDP).
About the program: Experienced Human Resources Leadership Development Program (E-HRLDP) is a best-in-class, two-year, full-time rotational program that empowers highly motivated graduate students to develop into the global HR leaders of tomorrow.
Requirements: Graduate student completing MBA or Master’s Degree with focus in HR Management, Industrial-Organizational psychology or other HR-related disciplines. A candidate should have 5 years or more professional experience and a work permit for the country she/he is applying for.
MBA Conferences
Various Dates, Fall 2021
For those who may be interested, national MBA career conferences are held in the fall. These conferences provide a forum to interact with Fortune 500 companies and other organizations who are looking to hire MBAs. If you plan on attending a conference, we strongly recommend you schedule an appointment with your career coach so you can prepare and put your best foot forward. The main MBA conferences are listed below. *Please note that the dates, times, and meeting modes may change due to the unpredictability of COVID-19. Please visit each conference website to keep apprised of any changes.
- MBA Veteran’s Conference: In person 9/30 – 10/1 (Dallas, TX)
● Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA): In person 10/7 – 10/9 (Austin, TX)
● Prospanica: In person 9/29 – 10/01 (Orlando, FL); Virtual 9/22 & 9/23
- Net Impact Conference: TBD
If you know you will be attending a career conference, identify your target companies and submit your resume one month in advance of each conference. Resume submissions are facilitated online via each conference’s job match database.