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April 13, 2018
Eric Kelz Memorial Veteran Scholarship: $1,000
The Eric Kelz Memorial Veteran Scholarship commemorates the life of Eric Kelz, born June 6, 1993 at Ft. Belvoir, Virginia and entered eternal rest on December 11, 2017. Eric served in the United States Marine Corps as a maintenance mechanic and upon his honorable discharge he became a student veteran at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln studying computer science. Eric loved hunting and enjoyed any sport, because he was good at all of them. Eric is loved, respected, and admired by many and his service to our country and our constitution will not be forgotten.
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
Applications are due: Monday, April 29
Eligibility Requirements:
¨Currently enrolled as a full-time student and pursuing any major at UNL.”
¨Shall be a person who served in the active military and who was discharged under honorable conditions”
¨ Must be in good academic standing with a 2.5 GPA or higher”
The application is attached or one may be picked up in the SVO Office – Rm 345 Nebraska Union or in the Military & Veteran Success Center. It is also posted at the following website: http://vetsuccess.unl.edu/
Submit applications to Jacob Post, President UNL SVO at veterans@unl.edu or provide a copy to the MVSC.
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April 13, 2018
First Data: Hiring Student Veterans NOW!!
In case you missed it, First Data was in the Military & Veteran Success Center on Wednesday, April 11.
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
A brief overview on First Data:
First Data is the global leader in credit card payment technology and service solutions. With 24,000 owner-associates and operations in 34 countries, the company provides secure and innovative payment technology and services to more than six million merchants and financial institutions around the world, from small businesses to the world’s largest corporations. Today, businesses in more than 100 countries trust First Data to secure and process over 2,000 financial transactions per second. First Data’s unparalleled infrastructure and partnerships go “beyond the transaction” with next-generation point-of-sale technology fueled by powerful analytics to detect fraud, gain insights into consumer spending, and strengthen customer loyalty. All day, every day, First Data helps its clients thrive in the evolving world of commerce.
Chris Doty, Senior Military & University Recruiter expressed that First Data is a place that is receptive to new ideas from its employees. He also noted First Data has very aggressive hiring goals and that the company will go the extra mile for veterans and those who are on active duty.
Army veteran, UNL alumni and Corporate Analyst for First Data, Pete Lass had this to say, “The company is known for credit card transaction processing but they also offer professional and other financial services. Also, First Data is proud to be named the 2017 #1 “Best for Vets” Employer by Military Times.” The Omaha office has outreach to about 300 veterans that belong to the Military Affinity Group that Pete is Co-site Lead for.
First data offers an incredible benefits package that includes paid time-off, medical, vision and dental insurance, 401k plan, flexible spending accounts, wellness program, adoption assistance and much more.
If you want to find out more information on First Data, please take a look at the following website:
https://www.firstdata.com/en_us/home.html/index.html
...or contact Chris Doty directly at chris.doty@firstdata.com/(402) 222-4944.
You can also talk to Darrell or Tom who would be more than happy to talk to you about First Data.
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April 3, 2018
Husker Suit-Up Event: Sunday 15 April 6:30-9:30 pm
All UNL students are encouraged to attend the Husker Suit-Up Event on Sunday, April 15th from 6:30-9:30 PM.
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
University Career Services is partnering with JCPenney to assist students in building up their professional wardrobe so that they can dress to impress at career fairs and during their job/internship search. Only Nebraska students are invited to this special program located at Gateway Mall’s JCPenney store. All students will receive a 40% discount on all regular, sale, and clearance priced professional attire, which means students could save as much as 70% off their total purchase.
JCPenney associates as well as UNL staff will be present to assist students in selecting interview appropriate ensembles.
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/coey
https://www.jcpenney.com/
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March 26, 2018
Defense Intelligence Agency Internship - Summer 2019
DIA’s 2019 Summer Internship Program vacancy announcements – which are listed by Career Field – on www.diajobs.dia.mil will open on Monday, 2 April and will close on Friday, 13 April or when DIA reaches the maximum number of applications, whichever comes first.
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
Here are some helpful hints in applying for a DIA internships:
1. Learn as much as you can about your craft. Go above and beyond what is
required at school by conducting independent research, reading additional
material, and staying abreast of industry news.
2. Emphasize employment (internships, volunteer, jobs), leadership
experience, projects you worked on related to your major/ Career field,
languages (if applicable), skills, teamwork, regional experience (study
abroad- if applicable). Do well in school. Participate in extracurricular
activities, volunteer, keep hobbies and find ways to gain and demonstrate
leadership skills. Also, maintain excellent grades, and build a portfolio of
your work to take on a future interview.
3. Find a mentor in your community. Ask to job shadow for a day or two. Not
only can you get an close look at what the job entails, but you can also
gain a new reference and have something valuable
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March 23, 2018
Focus Forward Fellowship: Women Student Veterans - 23 March Deadline
The Focus Forward Fellowship is a program designed to help women student veterans build skills, leadership and a sense of community with their peers.
Full story: purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com
The 4-Day Fellowship residency program begins July 25 and ends at 10 p.m. on July 28th. Fellows will travel home on July 29th. Invitations to apply to attend the Fellowship, which begins with a four-day residency program at Purdue University, are issued to eligible women student veterans
The Focus Forward Fellowship program and the Fellows will:
•build a community of support;
•access corporate mentors to develop new career skills;
•understand individual strengths and how to maximize those strengths;
•identify strategies and resources to increase connections and success on campus;
•gain confidence in problem solving; and
•develop skills to help foster academic and career goals.
Fellows are competitively selected from a national group of applicants who:
•hold an honorable discharge from the U.S. military;
•are sophomores, juniors, seniors, or pursing a master’s degree; and
•maintain a 2.75 GPA or better.
The Fellowship covers the cost of travel, food, lodging, activities and materials.
After completing the residency, Fellows will engage with their cohort in an online learning community during the 2018-2019 academic year.
Please contact the program coordinator Lauren Runco with any questions:
Lauren A. Runco, M.S.
Director of Education and Employment
Military Family Research Institute at Purdue University
Hanley Hall, Room 210
1202 W. State St. West Lafayette, IN 47907
(765) 496-6045; lrunco@purdue.edu
https://www.mfri.purdue.edu/education-employment/focus-forward-fellowship/
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March 23, 2018
Betty Walker Military Memorial Scholarship: $500
Betty Walker Military Memorial Scholarship: $500
Full story: vetsuccess.unl.edu
The Betty Walker Memorial Military Scholarship commemorates the life of Betty Walker, a native of Nebraska and a Husker fan. She loved, respected and admired the men and women serving in the U.S. armed services and generously donated to hundreds of service members deployed overseas.
Eligibility Requirements:
¨Currently enrolled as a full-time student at UNL; Either currently during the Summer semester OR starting in the Fall 2018 semester
¨ Currently serving as either a member of the National Guard OR Reserve Component OR on Active Duty OR received an honorable discharge
¨ Must be in good academic standing
Scholarship Value: $500.00
Pick up a copy in the Military & Veteran Success Center (MVSC)
Submit applications in the MVSC or submit you applications to: vetsuccess@unl.edu
SUSPENSE: Monday, 16 April