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June 18, 2018
Intelligence Community Virtual Career Fair: 21 June
The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) is holding an exciting virtual career fair featuring hundreds of positions, and YOU are invited!
Full story: icvcf.6connex.com
Please join us on June 21st at the 2018 Intelligence Community Virtual Career Fair to explore fantastic career and student opportunities. Join us in our chat rooms and other virtual spaces where we'll bust myths about who we are and what it's really like to work for an intelligence agency where your work makes a difference. You will contribute to our exciting mission of protecting the nation. Find the perfect fit for your skills and experience.
Reserve your spot today!
Seats are filling up fast so pre-registration is recommended.
Who: Students, and entry-level and experienced professionals in STEM, business, foreign language, sign language, analysis, logistics and more
What: The Intelligence Community Virtual Career Fair
Where: The nearest Internet connection!
When: Thursday, June 21, 2018, anytime between 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern
Why: To discover the incredible benefits of a challenging and rewarding career in the IC. Chat with recruiters and subject matter experts, explore career fields, watch live presentations and mingle with your peers.
Participating Agencies: Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of State (DOS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Security Agency (NSA), Naval Intelligence Activity, Office of the Director of National Intelligence/National Counterterrorism Center (ODNI/NCTC), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Register today! Visit www.ICVirtualFair.com
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June 8, 2018
Career Services transitions to Handshake employment platform
Career Services is transitioning to Handshake, an online, college employment platform used by more than 400 institutions and 200,000-plus employers.
Full story: news.unl.edu
Handshake, which replaces Husker Hire Link, offers a variety of features and makes it easier for users to manage resumes, connect with employers and get a start on future career plans. It is also the university's leading source for students seeking on-campus employment.
Handshake is available online and students can start creating profiles immediately.
Students can use Handshake to upload a resume; create an online career profile; learn about employers attending upcoming career fairs; view details about on-campus career events; research contact information for employers; and search for and apply to open positions.
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June 8, 2018
FREE Membership for Student Veterans at Nebraska Innovation Studio
Nebraska Innovation Studio offers free membership to veterans. NIS is a 16,000-square-foot makerspace at Innovation Campus, with a world-class wood shop, laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC router, ceramics, screen printing, sewing machines, vinyl cutter and a long-arm quilter. No prior skills are required. Innovation Studio offers free training on all the equipment and additional workshops for members. To become a member, go to innovationstudio.unl.edu and click the “Become a Member” button to sign up for a new member orientation.For more information call 402 472 5510.
Full story: innovationstudio.unl.edu
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June 1, 2018
Chancellor Green Joins National Guard Flight
Chancellor Ronnie Green and other university officials were among civic leaders who participated in a Nebraska National Guard refueling flight on May 24.
Full story: news.unl.edu
The flight allowed participants to see firsthand how members of the Nebraska National Guard's 155th Air Refueling Wing accomplish the task of adding fuel to fighter jets soaring at 35,000 feet. Aircraft serviced during the flight were F-16s from the South Dakota National Guard's 114th Fighter Wing.
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May 15, 2018
Nebraska’s historic Pershing Rifles are flying again.
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s military drill team performed March 9 during the Pershing National Convention at North Carolina’s Charlotte Motor Speedway. The eight-minute performance marked the first time in a dozen years that the Nebraska team stepped onto the field to compete.
Full story: news.unl.edu
Read more - https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/huskers-restart-nebraska-s-pershing-rifles-drill-team/ -
May 9, 2018
National Military Family Association’s Military Spouse Scholarships: Deadline 30 June
Applications are now being accepted for the National Military Family Association’s Military Spouse Scholarships and career advancement funding.
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
Apply now through June 30, 2018 by answering some survey questions and telling them what you’d use the money for.
NMFA’s funding is for military spouses only. If awarded, they can use money for:
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees
• Licensure exams and fees
• Spouse-owned business expenses
• Non-degree certifications and professional advancement classes
• Vocational, technical, and trade schools
• Continuing education credits
• Clinical supervision required for mental health professional licensure
• GED, High School Diploma, and ESL classes and exams
• Certification programs, fees, and exams
Awards are between $500 (career funds) to $1,000 (degrees). Application will remain open May 1, 2018-June 30, 2018.
Specific eligibility can be found at::
https://scholarships.militaryfamily.org/offers/nmfa-spouse-scholarship/