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MS ECON Weekly Career Newsletter February 9th, 2024

  • Department of Economics Events 
  • Career Fairs
  • Internship, Job and PhD Postings
  • College of Arts and Science Career Center Updates

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Department of Economics Events*

  • March MS Econ Workshop*
    • Salary Negotiation 101
    • Friday March 22nd, 11:45am-1:00pm
    • LASB 144
  • April MS Econ Workshop*
    • TBA
    • Friday April 5th, 11:30am-1:00pm
    • LASB 144
  • BTHO Finals Free Coffee Event*
    • Thursday May 2nd 10:00am-1:00pm
    • LASB lot 113 parking lot

*Eligible for scholarship event credit

**Additional events will be added throughout the semester

*These events are eligible to fulfill scholarship requirements. Please see your individual scholarship for specific requirements.

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Career Fairs

Sales Career Fair

Date: Spring 2024

Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: Bethancourt Ballroom in the MSC

Each semester we host a Career Fair devoted entirely to sales opportunities. Whether you are looking for an internship or a full-time sales job, the companies at the Sales Career Fair are looking for you! Meet over 80 different companies with positions available.

Dress code is Business Professional. If you have questions, please contact Johnna Melton.

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Internship, Job and PhD Postings

Matador Resources

Data Analyst and Data Analyst Internship Positions

 

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency-Summer 2024 Internship

Representatives from this office will be at the career fair. You are welcome to apply and meet with them there to ask any additional follow up questions. If you will not be able to attend Econ Career Night, please email Paula Verdegaal @ paulav@tamu.edu to be put in touch with the recruiter from this office. Please see their flyer for additional details. Job posting flyer

 

HACU National Internship Program 

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is accepting applications from college students for the summer 2024 session of the HACU National Internship Program. The summer internship program dates are June 3 – Aug. 9, 2024. The online application deadline is Feb. 2, 2024. Click here to apply. Please see the following link for additional details: HACU National Internship Program accepting applications for summer session - Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

 

Predoctoral fellowship program in Political Science at Yale University

These are 1- or 2-year positions with competitive salaries and standard benefits such as health insurance. Predocs work with one or more faculty supervisors helping in the capacity specified by the supervisor and they also take 1 class each semester at the graduate or undergraduate level.

You can read more about the program here: https://isps.yale.edu/news/blog/2024/01/want-a-head-start-on-your-political-science-phd-a-yale-predoctoral-program-offers

This program is designed for students who are considering a PhD in political science but either aren’t sure about it or would benefit from the opportunity to take classes and work with faculty before applying.

The list of available positions is here: https://tobin.yale.edu/programs/pre-doctoral-fellows-program/apply. Each is listed with the prefix CSAP Predoc, and while the ads are listed under Tobin, the positions are within the Center for the Study of American Politics at Yale, https://csap.yale.edu/,

 

Texas Real Estate Research Center-Student Research Assistant (on campus at TAMU, open to ALL students)

Job posting and how to apply 

 

Traditions Wealth Advisors

Local internship opportunity with Traditions Wealth Advisors. They are specifically looking for students with a focus in Economics and have hired our students in the past. This internship is eligible for ECON 684 credit. You can check out their website linked about for information on their company.  Please see the job posting and application information here:

Financial Analyst Internship Posting

 

Gartner- Data Analyst Full Time-May 2024 Grad

Job posting

MUST HAVES

  • Experience working with large amounts of data.
  • Bachelor's degree in quantitative field ( - Paula, a +1 master’s student would be good in this as well)
  • Experience solving analytical problems.
  • SQL, Advanced Excel, Python
  • Strong GPA/Class ranking

 

NICE TO HAVE

  • Advanced Python & R
  • Previous experience working on solving analytical problems in a business setting

 

If you would like to speak to the recruiter directly, please email Ms. Paula Verdegaal at paulav@tamu.edu to be put in touch

 

Business Analytics and Consulting Association Information

Join us this spring and earn your Professional Distinction in Analytics & Consulting at Texas A&M! As a student-led professional organization within Mays Business School, BACA is open to students of every major working towards careers in any industry. By attending meetings and participating in BACA events, members can earn points that culminate in the granting of the Professional Distinction honor. We strive to empower students with the community, insights, and opportunities to become transformational business leaders, within and beyond Texas A&M. Visit tamubaca.com to learn more! See more details through the flyers attached to the email.

 

 

FBI Summer 2025 FBI Honors Internship Program Information and Sessions

that the Summer 2025 FBI Honors Internship Program (HIP) Open Season will go live February 12 – March 1.  The HIP is a paid 10 week full time summer internship.  Minimum qualifications to apply are: you must be a US citizen, full time undergraduate or graduate student with a 3.0 GP or higher, must be able to pass a background investigation, and must be within our FBI drug policy (which can be found on www.fbijobs.gov).  The application will go live on our website, www.fbijobs.gov, on February 12.  We will have 2 virtual information sessions, February 12 and 21, 12pm-1pm, for interested students to learn more about the program and application process.  It will be on MS Teams.  Please see the links below for each date.  Feel free to share this with your students.  I’ll also create events in Handshake for those schools that utilize it.

 

I have copied HIP Coordinator Julie Peters.  For any specific questions, please reach out to her.

 

MS Teams Link for February 12 – 12pm -1 pm:

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 304-848-3555,,623807280#   United States, Bridgeport

Phone Conference ID: 623 807 280#

Find a local number | Reset PIN

The Toll Free option for this Teams meeting: 1-833-324-8326

 

MS Teams Link for February 21 – 12pm -1 pm:

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Or call in (audio only)

+1 304-848-3555,,160900815#   United States, Bridgeport

Phone Conference ID: 160 900 815#

Find a local number | Reset PIN

The Toll Free option for this Teams meeting: 1-833-324-8326

 

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College of Arts and Science Career Center Updates

 

A Smarter Job Search: Using HireAggies Job and Networking Resources

  • February 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/Smar1

 

  • February 15, 2024, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. (Virtual)
    tx.ag/Smar2

 

LinkedIn & Branding

  • February 21, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradLinked1

 

 

Preparing for Your Industry Interview Questions

 

  • February 28, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradInterview1

 

 

Consulting Interviews: Case and Fit Preparation

 

 

 

Day of Interview Etiquette and Communication

 

 

 

Networking at a Conference

 

 

 

Business Communication and Career Navigation

 

  • March 27, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/GradBusComm1

 

 

Job Offers and Negotiation Strategies

 

  • April 3, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradNegotiate1

 

 

Writing an Effective CV

 

  • April 10, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradAcadCV1

 

 

Academic Cover Letter

 

  • April 17, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradAcadCovLet2

 

Academic Job Search

 

 

Preparing for Your Academic Interview

 

  • April 24, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
    In-person location: Nagle Hall, 113
    tx.ag/gradAcadInt1

 

Other Job, Internship, and Career Center Opportunities

 

US Department of State Fall 2024 Internship Program

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

The U.S. Department of State Paid Student Internship Program offers U.S. citizen students a chance to participate in formulating and implementing U.S. foreign policy. The program aims to provide students with insight into the work of U.S. foreign policy and the U.S. Department of State administration and its diplomatic facilities worldwide and domestically. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in public service in the future. FINAL Application Deadline is February 9th, 2024. You can apply here.

 

Capital One Business Analyst Summer 2024 Intern

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

As an intern in the Analyst Intern Program (AIP), you’ll apply your strategic and analytical skills to impactful challenges that drive company growth—like launching new credit card and technology-driven products, crafting our marketing and digital strategy, and analyzing the business impacts of credit approval and real-time fraud detection, just to name a few. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and explore while being mentored by senior leaders. The position is anticipated to close quickly. You can apply here.

 

ISN Software Corporation Intern and Business Development Associate Positions

Position: Internship and Full Time

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

Are you looking for an opportunity with a growing company that offers great benefits, a dynamic work environment, and excellent professional development opportunities?  Join our business development program in Dallas, TX, where you can interact with clients and colleagues worldwide as you enhance your professional skills and learn our operations. They have both an internship and a full-time position with on-campus interviews. To apply for the full-time position, click here. For the internship, click here.

 

WindAid Institute Volunteer Internships

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors, Communication

Description:

WindAid allows students to have a real impact with hands-on professional experience in wind energy projects, gain practical knowledge and skills with an NGO, and make a net positive impact in a rural community. They also have a communications internship posted where a student would go to Peru for the opportunity. To learn more about the internship, click here.

 

Defense Intelligence Agency Full-Time Positions

Position: Full-Time

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

The DIA has numerous positions in Hawaii, including analysts, human management, and IT. Applications are due by February 14th. To learn more about each position, click here.

 

Breakthrough Collaborative Teaching Internship

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

Breakthrough Collaborative has supported students from under-resourced communities across the country on their path to college – working with them during summers and through out-of-school programs. During a summer teaching residency with Breakthrough, you will gain valuable classroom experience and grow your leadership skills in a fun and supportive community. The regular deadline is February 29th. To learn more, click here.

 

Teach for America Full-Time Positions

Position: Full-Time

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

Be among the most diverse, remarkable leaders of your generation. By joining Teach For America, you will become part of a powerful network of changemakers shaping our country’s political, economic, and social future. As a corps member, you’ll leverage your unique talents to grow your impact while living your most deeply held values. This year, corps members teach in more than 40 regions across the country, while more than 64,000 Teach For America alumni lead across sectors in pursuit of expanded opportunities for all students. Join them for a virtual info session to get to know their regions and learn more about salary, benefits, etc. You can apply here.

 

Society for Performance & Visual Arts (SPVA) Remote Internship

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description:

The Society for Performance & Visual Arts (SPVA) is currently accepting applications for a four-week remote internship on Leadership and Strategic Arts Networking. Selected participants will complete professional and creative self-assessment packets, learn and apply networking strategies, and research influential arts leaders domestically and internationally. The internship will help them expand their professional networks, learn important career skills, and deepen their understanding of becoming a successful artistic professional. To learn more and apply, click here.

 

Rick Davis Political Campaign Internship

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description: 

Rick Davis ‘85 is running for State Representative District 14 in the Republican Primary election. The Primary is on March 5, 2024. They are looking for any students who may want to complete an internship working on Mr. Davis' political campaign. If you are interested, please email me, Jasmine Zenn, at jzenn@tamu.edu, and I will forward your name.

 

Target Full-Time and Internship Positions

Position: Full-Time and Internships

Preferred Major: All Majors, specifically interested in business administration (economics included), management, marketing, and communications.

Description:

Target has two roles open, Stores Executive and Stores Executive Team Leader. Both positions have an internship and entry-level role option. They will be reopening their applications in February. To learn more about the positions, click here. 

 

Los Alamos National Lab Full-Time and Internship Positions

Position: Internship and Full-Time Positions

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description: Los Alamos National Labs has positions in weapons engineering, science, technology, and engineering, facilities and operations, environment, safety, health, and quality, and weapons production. They will have events on campus from February 13 - 15 for students to learn more and interview for positions. To learn more about Los Alamos and the events, please explore the Google Drive folder here.

 

Public Policy Internship Program

Position: Internship

Preferred Major: All Majors

Description: As one of Texas A&M’s premier leadership & development programs, PPIP is an excellent opportunity for Aggies to experience the policy-making process shaping the industries in which they will work. Students are placed in policy-related internships within their individual areas of interest, including federal agencies, lobbying groups, or think tanks. International locations are available for students seeking an experience beyond borders and with unique hosting offices. Undergraduates of all degree levels are encouraged to apply, including graduating seniors. The application deadline for the Washington, D.C. and International Fall ’24 programs is February 15, 2024, by 5 pm. Learn more and apply here.

 

Upcoming Events

 

Public Service Mixer and National Security Panel

Date/Time: February 8th, 1 PM - 4 PM; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Location: MSC 2406, MSC 2400

Registration and Descriptions Link: tx.ag/publicservicemixer

Description: The Public Service Mixer is your chance to mingle with local, state, and federal public service professionals from several different governments and agencies to learn more about the many career options the Public Service sector offers. The National Security Panel will follow the Mixer, where panelists will discuss career and employment opportunities for students interested in national security. The panelists will be CIA, FBI, Department of State, and NASA representatives. These events are open to all majors and classifications. To see who is coming to the mixer, click here.

 

Disney College Program Campus Visit

Date/Time: February 5th and 6th, numerous times

Location: Various

Registration and Descriptions Link: tx.ag/disneycollegeprogram

Description: The Disney College Program is having numerous events such as information sessions, resume and interview prep workshops, and tabling. Please visit the link to see the various opportunities in HireAggies. You will need to log in to see the different events.

 

Cargill Career Series

Date/Time: Now through February 15th

Location: Virtual

Registration and Descriptions Link: Here

Description: Join Cargill recruiters and professionals for their virtual Cargill Career Pathways event series this January and February. By exploring day-to-day responsibilities, impactful projects, and various career paths, you will leave the event with the confidence to start a successful career in a fulfilling industry. They have a variety of positions available for all majors. To learn more and register, click here.

 

Citi Information Sessions

Date/Time: Throughout January and February

Location: Virtual

Registration and Descriptions Link: In Their Respective Flyers

Description: Citi has numerous virtual information sessions coming up. All of their sessions are posted in HireAggies, along with the registration links. They will be talking about specific industries and how to apply for their positions. You can see all of the upcoming sessions on their Career Ready Workshop Flyer and Virtual Information Sessions Flyer

 

Los Alamos National Lab Career Panel and Networking

Date/Time: February 14th, 5 PM - 6:30 PM

Location: Zachry Building Chevron Room 299 (dinner provided)

Registration and Descriptions Link: REGISTER HERE

Description: Come eat and network with a variety of laboratory staff, engineers and scientists. Panel discussion is included to provide insights into various areas of the laboratories, career tracks, and how to find your place in this important mission. Miss Rev will be there!

 

Pitt Business Analytics Case Competition

Date/Time: April 5th

Location: DICK’s Sporting Goods Campus, Pittsburgh PA

Registration and Descriptions Link: Here

Description: The Pitt Business Analytics Case Competition is a national data-driven strategy challenge designed for undergraduate students. This competition challenges teams to utilize their analytical techniques to address significant issues within the retail space. Teams will present their creative recommendations to a panel of experts from DICK’s Sporting Goods. There is a cash prize for the top 3 places. They are mainly looking for business students, including economics and statistics majors.