Tea Social for those interested in STUDY ABROAD

Tea Social

Who: You, that's who! Especially if you are interested in study abroad, study abroad alumni and
international students representing 6 continents and 18 countries.

When:
Friday, November 9, 2012
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Where:
Unit 1 Residence Hall, All Purpose Room

Details:

There will be three phases in this event:
Phase I - Attendees will grab some snacks, and tea while watching cool/funny/entertaining youtube clips that represent various countries.

Phase II - Popular songs from each of the represented countries will be playing in the background during this phase. Students will move from station to station spending no longer than 5-7minutes at each station. Each station represents a country and will consist of 1 international student and 1 study abroad alum. Station ambassadors will highlight the perks of living and studying in their country.

Phase III - All attendees will be encourage to grab some more snacks/tea and mingle. This will be a good time for prospective EAP students to hold more elaborate conversations with international students and ambassadors from countries that most interest them.

BSA Peer Advisers, an EAP Advisor and potentially a financial aid counselor will be in attendance and ready to answer any questions that you may have about logistics or the application process.


Why:
Hearing from the locals of the countries that you are considering as well
as from Cal students who have studied in those countries will give you
more insight, hence making the selection process easier and getting you
more excited about your decision.

This will also be a great networking opportunity for everyone.
International students will be able to meet and engage current Berkeley
students. Americans can potentially tap into an international students
network in their home country, and study abroad alumni can meet more
internationals and keep their international experience alive.

If you are an international student or study abroad alum who is interested
in participating in this event, please RSVP on the facebook event and
contact Lesley Toche tochelesley@yahoo.com.

For more info:

http://www.facebook.com/events/453530638031333/?ref=ts&fref=ts

Cal Externship Program 2013

*SHADOW A CAL ALUM AT WORK OVER WINTER BREAK! *

Applications open Tuesday, November 13, 2012!

Hi Cal Opp Scholars!

Wanna check out a possible future career? Maybe learn more about your chosen field? An Externship is a chance for you to get an insider's view of a career field by shadowing Cal alumni at their workplace from one day up to 2 weeks during the January 2013 Winter Break!

What can you expect to do?? Observe the day-to-day activities of your Cal alumni sponsor, discuss specific jobs and careers with alumni and their colleagues, and sometimes obtain limited hands-on experience.
Externships are available in various career fields in San Francisco, Los
Angeles, San Diego, New York, Washington, DC and other locations.

*Externship Timeline:*
Now -- November 12, 2012:
Externship listings will be available for PREVIEW
November 13 -- November 26: 
Applications accepted from ALL students -- priority will be given to Freshmen and Sophomores, but all students will be considered
November 26: Applications due at 5pm -- no extensions!
Early December 2012: Externs selected and notified
January 7-18, 2013: Externship Period (anywhere from 1 day to 14 days)

Go to: http://career.berkeley.edu/Externships/Externships.stm for Externship listings, information and application information.

For a list of FAQs, please see here:

https://career.berkeley.edu/Externships/ExtFaqs.stm

Summer Programs via The Leadership Alliance

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Application – click here

Brochure – click here

The Leadership Alliance
Since 1992, the Leadership Alliance has encouraged students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences, engineering, social sciences and humanities to pursue research careers in the academic, public and private sectors. The Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP) provides undergraduates with training and mentoring in the principles underlying the conduct of research and prepares them to pursue competitive applications to graduate schools. The SR-EIP is a gateway to ongoing resources, mentoring and professional networks to support all participants along their chosen career path.

Program Structure
The SR-EIP is a rigorous research experience designed specifically for undergraduates interested in applying to PhD or MD-PhD programs.Students work for eight to ten weeks in the summer under the guidance of a faculty or research mentor at a participating Leadership Alliance institution. Through one-on-one collaborations, students gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation. All participants make oral or poster presentations of their research at the Leadership Alliance National Symposium. Students receive a stipend, and travel and housing expenses are covered by the host institution.

Research Experiences
SR-EIP participants are engaged in scholarly research projects offered at 22 Leadership Alliance member institutions. These programs also offer research seminars and workshops in professional development, as well as social and cultural activities. The institutions set high standards and offer outstanding, closely mentored research experiences in a broad range of academic disciplines that are indicated in the “Research Sites” section of this brochure. 

With one common application, students can apply for a researchexperience at up to three of the 22 research sites (see chart).

Students should refer to each institution’s website for specific information on research opportunities and program requirements before submitting their application.

Build your Leadership!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!!!

Bring a +++ P O S I T I V E +++ change to your community,

have +++ P O S I T I V E +++ impact in your community,

volunteer with Leadership Institute Fellowship Team (LIFT)!

♪♪♪LIFT is looking for Fellows for 2013♪♪♪

This would be a year-long internship with LIFT (offered by Hands On Bay Area aka HOBA which is partnered with Cal Corps).

By participating in this internship, you will:

• gain knowledge and leadership skills
• enhance your ability to create change in communities 
• and possibly receive a stipend at the end of internship

APPLY BY November 9th, 2012

For the application and more information, click here

Mock Interviews!

MOCK INTERVIEW SIGNUPS AVAILABLE TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN ALL MAJORS!

Ambitious students, here's something that you definitely need!

A message from the Cal Career Center:

Are you ready for your interviews? Need a little more practice? Our Mock Interviewer will help you to prepare for first or second round interviews in a wide variety of career fields. You will meet one-on-one with an experienced recruiter to conduct a mock interview and get feedback on your interviewing skills. The recruiter is not currently recruiting on campus; she is here with the sole purpose of helping you polish your interview skills.

The Mock Interviews service is available to all undergraduate students regardless of Major. Please note that you may schedule only ONE appointment. It is recommended that you wear interview attire.

To schedule a mock interview appointment please login to Callisto at http://callisto.berkeley.edu, select "CalJobs Search" from the Shortcuts menu on the right, and do a keyword search for listing #820720. Next, select View/Apply and read all information carefully. You will need to upload a current resume to sign up for an interview time.

So what are you waiting for? Callisto is a great place to start when you're thinking about the "something else" after school. Resources like these are hard to come by, but the Career Center has got it all! Go out there and make a mark in your field! 

2013 Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute at UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy

Hey third year COSA scholars!
Did you know?
The Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Fellowship Program at the University of California, Berkeley, Goldman School of Public Policy is accepting applications for the summer of 2013.

The deadline is Nov 1, 2013

Details:
The Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute is an intensive seven week academic training program for college juniors. The summer institute prepares undergraduate students for graduate studies in public policy, international affairs and law. Participants complete coursework in economics, statistics, policy analysis and law; and visit local, state and federal government agencies and non-profit organizations. Each year they select 30 students to participate in the program from across the country.  Through GSPP’s partnership with Berkeley Law School, ten out of the 30 students are admitted as UCPPIA Law Fellows due to their interest in pursuing joint degrees in public policy and law.

Benefits
PPIA Fellows Receive: * Assistance with travel expenses to and from the Summer Institute
* Summer Stipend
* Room and Board

* A minimum $5000 fellowship from a consortium graduate school where the PPIA Fellow is accepted

** Please note: The 2013 UCPPIA Program is contingent upon state funding.

Eligibility Criteria (http://gspp/ppia/criteria.html)

* Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents * Applicants must apply during their junior year of college * Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in policy issues most affecting historically underserved communities, including African Americans, Asian Americans/South Asians, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, Latinos/as and a commitment to working on these issues, as shown by past and/or current service. 

There's still time, folks. Click the above link to find out if you're eligible, then apply online: http://www.ppiaprogram.org/app/

Blueprint Leaders for Social Justice program

Hello Cal Bears!
Did you ever wish there was a class that would teach you how to be a leader? To learn the skills and everything that goes behind the words "leadership experience"? Ever feel like you could do a world of good for those who are judged by their label? Take the Blueprint Leaders for Social Justice class! Learn how to address social justice issues within your community, work within groups on projects, and lead workshops to help your community!

What this is: a 2 unit class next semester
When: Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 pm


Details:
This program provides a unique opportunity for UC Berkeley students to explore innovative leadership styles with the goal of learning to initiate and influence social change. By engaging with students from a variety of backgrounds with unique leadership and academic
experiences, Blueprint creates a strong foundation to explore our identities, values, and leadership
styles.Through engaging in team projects, students learn about how they are
perceived in groups and gain tips for effective team building and functioning. A networking session
with current student leaders at Cal will share how Blueprint students can get involved with different
leadership opportunities on campus. The semester ends in a series of student-led workshops on various
leadership theories and topics and final presentations.

To learn more, attend the information session on Wednesday, October 24 th from 7:00-8:00 pm
in 2030 VLSB. The meeting will further discuss Blueprint's mission and how you can learn more about
your own leadership potential and interests.

Early Bird Internship Fair

Early Bird Internship Fair
Hello ambitious soon-to-be super successful Cal Opp scholars! Did you know a ton of jobs want you to have previous experience in their field? That's a tall order! Fortunately, there's an internship fair hosted by the Career Center and Society of Women Engineers (SWE). So listen up, and mark your calendars:

What: an amazing head start opportunity - the Early Bird Internship Fair
Where: MLK Student Union, Pauley Ballroom, 3rd Floor
When: Wednesday, October 17th, 2012, 12pm - 4pm.

The Details:
Recruiters from business, industry, non-profits and government will bring information about summer internship positions. You can be any major possible, and find an internship here. There will be nearly 50 employers currently recruiting for prestigious internships, including: 
CBS Interactive, Chevron (Finance), Endless Mobile, Fitbit, Ford Motor Company, GLIDE, KQED, Macy's, Microsoft, Palantir, QB3, Robert T Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service, Salesforce.com, SanDisk, SEO, Zappos.com... and many more!   

Log into Callisto at https://berkeley-csm.symplicity.com/students/ to review this year's Career Fair Directory.  Directory information is updated up to the day of the fair - be sure to check frequently.  

Also, be sure to bring your UC Berkeley Student ID to the fair.

Go Bears!!

Update: (Scholarship Alert! for) Cal in the Capital

Hey scholars!

For those of you considering Cal in the Capital but afraid that you may not be able to afford it, J. Christopher Stevens Public Service Fellows is an award for students with financial need pursuing internships in public service and foreign affairs.

Details:

• Stevens Scholars will participate in a structured program of training, education and internship opportunities in public service and foreign affairs. 
• The awards will be distributed through UC Berkeley’s nationally recognized Cal Corps Public Service Center, one of the largest public service centers in the nation, serving over 6,000 students a year.
• Students who receive the Stevens Award will collaborate with the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomat in Residence, who is located in UC Berkeley’s Career Center. 
• The Scholars will support the Ambassador’s efforts to identify Cal students who are interested in Foreign and Civic Service careers, and they will also organize an annual "Public Service Career Networking Event" that will bring together approximately 125 students with a wide range of alumni/friends of Cal who serve in the public service arena.

For more info please visit: http://publicservice.berkeley.edu/stevensscholars

And scholars remember, the application for Cal in the Capital 
              opened on Friday, October 5th and will close Friday, October 26th, 5PM.

In addition to the application process, you are required to go to an info session. If you have not already the next and last info session is on: Monday, October 15th 8PM @ 126 Barrows

Washington DC: Summer internship opportunity!

Cal Opp Scholars!

To students of all majors, backgrounds, year, and interests:

Spend this summer in Washington D.C. pursuing a challenging internship through Cal in the Capital (CITC) !!!!

Why you should be interested:

• Each year over 75 UC Berkeley students are chosen for a challenging summer internship in Washington DC. 
• Students intern in government agencies, think tanks and research institutions, and more.
• Past participants have interned at American Red Cross, the Department of Education, Amnesty Int'l, World Wildlife Fund, Center for Health and Gender Equity, etc.

Application opens Friday, October 5th and closes Friday, October 26th, 5PM.

A summer internship in D.C. is definitely something nice to have down on your resumè so everyone is encouraged to apply!

Are you interested in this amazing opportunity? 

Then attend an info session today! The dates for the info session are:

Wednesday, October 3rd, 8PM @ 102 Wurster

Monday, October 15th 8PM @ 126 Barrows

Also be sure to fill out the application anytime before 5PM Friday, October 26th.

Money is not an issue: there are need-based scholarships or financial aid resources available for those who qualify.

Biology Majors Fair

Biology majors, don't think we've left you out!

7th Annual Biology Majors Fair!!

When: Tuesday September 25th, 2012 10:30am-1:30pm

Where: Valley Life Sciences (VLSB) Courtyard

Details: Come meet reps from each biology major we have! (There are more than a dozen!) Learn about study abroad programs, careers you could have with a bio major, other opportunities and more!

There's also a raffle - $2K value MCAT course. And what major fair would be complete without a few workshops? 

~Labs and Research~
Upper class students from several of the biology majors will discuss 
their experiences with undergraduate research and how they succeeded 
at Cal.
11am - 12pm @ 2063 VLSB

~Beyond the BA: Graduate School and Career Center Services~
The Career Center will discuss tips and strategies to help you 
prepare for graduate school, as well provide information about their 
resources for professional  school and career planning.
12pm - 1pm @ 2063 VLSB

Summer 2013 Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute

Hey all you public policy + international affair scholars! Looking for a great opportunity?
Check out two info sessions for:
Summer 2013 Public Policy & International Affairs (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute at UC Berkeley
hosted by: The Goldman School of Public Policy
details: Its an overview of the UC Berkeley PPIA application process & program curriculum, and will include Q&A with recent PPIA alumni.

Info Session 1

Date: Tuesday, September, 25^th 

Time: 12:30-2pm

Location: Rm. 105, GSPP East

Info Session 2

Date: Friday, September 28^th

Time: 4-6:30pm

Location: Rm. 250, GSPP West

RSVP

To RSVP, please send an email to PPIAPROGRAM@BERKELEY.EDU indicating which session 

(1 or 2) you will be attending.

The PPIA application deadline is *November 1, 2012*

For more information, visit: http://gspp.berkeley.edu/ppia/

New Student Reception

Hey Cal Opp Scholars!

Just a reminder that TOMORROW is the New Student Reception.

It's from 4-6 pm, at the International House in Homeroom. The program starts at 4:30, but come at 4 if you want to hang out and leisurely enjoy the food Catharine has provided:) You can RSVP by emailing blakeweber@berkeley.edu.

Put CalOp Reception in the title, write a quick note, sign your name, and we'll see you tomorrow evening!

2012 Cal Energy Corps Symposium

Cal Energy Corps Symposium

Hey Cal Opp scholars! Come see the amazing projects that undergrads just like you have done! Find out what the Cal Energy Corps is all about and learn how you too can apply to be an undergraduate intern involved in the hot topic of our generation: sustainable energy.

When: September 20, 5-8 pm

Where: David Brower Center

2150 Allston Way

Berkeley, CA 94704

The Keynote speaker will be Dr. Arun Majumdar. Read more about him and RSVP for this event at: http://vcresearch.berkeley.edu/energy/cal-energy-corps-symposium-2012

Tips: Ride your bike, take a hike, get on the bus, or find someone you trust. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to meet the best minds in sustainable energy!

[The 65 AC Transit bus and the H Berkeley bus gets you pretty close]

Thank you to everyone who came out to our first social of the semester!

We hope you had fun! :)

EECS Career Fair

Hey COSA Scholars!
Are you an EECS or CS major? Thinking about a job related to technological and computer science? Check out the EECS Career Fair!
When: Sept. 19, 12-4pm
Where: MLK Student Union
Bring: your Cal ID
Details: Get a chance to talk to employers such as: Apple, Broadcom, Cisco Systems, Dropbox, Facebook, Goodreads.com, Google, Hulu, KLA-Tencor, Lam Research, Linear Technology Corp, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Pixar Animation, Splunk, Square, Tagged, Twitter, Yammer, Zynga...and many more!
To be better prepared, watch this video: https://career.berkeley.edu/MM/Videos-Fairs.stm
Sponsored by: the Career Center and Eta Kappa Nu (HKN)

Welcome to Cal, New Scholars!

We hope you had a wonderful summer and that you're excited for the adventures ahead here in Berkeley! Here is some important information that you need to know:

What: COSA orientation for new scholars
When: Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 1-3pm
Where: 170 Barrows ( http://berkeley.edu/map/3dmap/3dmap.shtml?barrows )
Why: Meet other new Cal Opp Scholars, the staff, learn about the many events that COSA hosts, ask any lingering questions, and last but not least, get pumped up for the upcoming school year!

Important notes:

• Come meet the COSA officers at 12:15pm (same day), because we'd love to introduce ourselves as well as get to know you :) More information will be provided in an email, so look out for that.
• After the orientation, there will be a reception at the second floor of Sproul Hall.

We look forward to meeting you then :) Once again, welcome to Cal!

Sincerely,
COSA officers

"MARCH MADNESS" STRESS RELIEVER / DANCE WORKSHOP!!!

Still stressed from midterms round 1? Getting tense just thinking about round 2? Wanna relieve some of that stress and treat yourself to some good ol' fashioned "ME" time? Well, brace yourselves as COSA presents our first ever...

"MARCH MADNESS" 

STRESS RELIEVER / DANCE WORKSHOP!!!

We'll be teaching you some sick dance moves, choreographed by our very own talented COSA members. There is absolutely no previous dance experience necessary, so BRING YOUR FRIENDS! You'll work that bod, release some endorphins and feel incredible after! 

***BONUS*** You will also get to enjoy some snacks and even get a FREE GOODIE BAG filled with stress relieving pointers and treats to get you ready to kill those midterms!

What: "MARCH MADNESS" STRESS RELIEVER / DANCE WORKSHOP!!!

When: Thursday, MARCH 15th (TIME: TBD)

Location: TBD

Come with: FRIENDS! Comfy attire/shoes, and all your stress and worries.

Leave with: YOU! Stress-free, glowing, and ready to own ^_^

Interested? Please RSVP by email (caloppscholars@gmail.com) or facebook! 

We will send out more details later, but if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Top Dog with Top Dogs: Sunday Feb 26, 2012

Top Dog with Top Dogs 2012

Come join Cal’s most successful alumni for an afternoon of social networking and hot dogs at the Student Alumni Relations Council's 3rd annual Top Dog with Top Dogs! Top Dog staff will be on-site to grill hundreds of their famous, gourmet hot dogs for alumni and students interested in conversing about the Cal experience and life after college.

Accomplished alumni representing the following fields will be matched up with students:

-Medicine/Biomed

-Law/Politics/Government

-Engineering/Science/Tech/Architecture

-Business/Finance

-Visual & Performing Arts/Design

-Education

-Public Policy/International Affairs

Who: Undergrads with declared majors and Grad students

When: Sunday, February 26, 2011, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Alumni House

Admission cost: $3 per student

Dress Code: Casual “Blue and Gold” attire

You didn't miss out, if you didn't attend the career fair on 2/1/2012

Hey Scholars! Can't attend the career fair on Feb 1st? No worries! Here are some extra summer/internship opportunities! 

Internship & Summer Job Fair
February 15 (Engineering & Science Opportunities)
February16 (Business, Public Service, Engineering, Science and Other Opportunities)
Time: 12-4pm
Location: MLK Jr. Student Union, Pauley Ballroom, 3rd floor

Open to all UC Berkeley students and current members of the Career Center's Alumni Advantage program. Bring your UC Berkeley SID (photo ID for alumni) and copies of your resume!
 
Opportunities are available for ALL MAJORS in a variety of summer job and internship positions!  This is the perfect opportunity to meet with representatives from organizations such as Apple, Bayer Healthcare, Cisco, eBay, Facebook, Gap, General Electric, GLIDE, LinkedIn, Macy's, Microsoft, T-Mobile, Verizon and many more!!

Come to the career fair prepared by watching the Career Center's quick clip career fair videos at https://career.berkeley.edu/MM/Videos-Fairs.stm
and our 5-minute workshop online "Making the Most of a Career Fair" at https://career.berkeley.edu/MM/Workshops.stm

Log into Callisto at https://berkeley-csm.symplicity.com/students/to review this year's Career Fair Directory.  Directory information is updated up to the day of the fair - be sure to check frequently. 

The Career Center is pleased to co-present this fair with Eta Kappa Nu (HKN), Berkeley Women in Business (BWIB), and Partnership for Pre-Professional Pilipinos (P4).

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Thanks for everyone that showed up for the Potluck/Care Package/ White Elephant last semester

End of Fall 11 Potluck & Care Packages & White Elephant

Ned's Discount Night

Hey Scholars, 

Come out to Ned's Discount Night on January 20th 2012 for your textbooks! 

We'll have more infos in regard to the levels of discounts later (sorry for the inconvenience)