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Career Services Spring 2025 Workshops, Career Fair & Resources

SAVE THE DATE – Spring 2025 Virtual Career Fair

Save the Date! The Spring 2025 Career Fair will be held virtually via Handshake on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 10 AM – 3 PM. This event is open to all BU students and alumni. Registration opens April 14th. For more details, visit our Career Fair Information & Guide page. Stay tuned for updates!

Spring 2025 Career Services Virtual Workshops

Career Services is excited to bring you a series of upcoming virtual workshops designed to help you strengthen your resume, uncover your natural talents, explore career tools, and more! Whether you’re perfecting your application materials, navigating career fairs, or learning the art of negotiation, we’ve got you covered. Check out our lineup of workshops below! Attend one—or better yet, join us for all! Each session offers practical insights, hands-on guidance, and expert tips to support you in achieving your career goals. Register now via Handshake (links included with each workshop). Don’t wait—registration deadlines apply!

Resume 101: Build a Strong Foundation Workshop – Tuesday, March 18th, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Join Career Services to uncover the secrets of a standout resume! We’ll walk you through the essential elements that grab recruiters’ attention, share examples, and provide hands-on guidance to help you craft a resume that truly shines. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712504 Registration closes 3/17/25 at 12 pm CDT.

NEW! YouScience 101: Uncover Your Strengths & Career Path Workshop – Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

What do you naturally do well? Let’s find out! Maybe you’re great with numbers, a creative storyteller, a puzzle master, or a highly detailed planner. Even if you don’t realize it, you have unique talents—and we’re here to help you discover them! YouScience Discovery uses interactive brain games to match your aptitudes (what you’re naturally good at) and interests with in-demand careers where you’ll have a competitive edge. That project, schoolwork, or hobby that just comes easily to you? You can thank your aptitudes for that—and this workshop will help you uncover them! This session requires pre-work. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712513 Registration closes 3/20/25 at 12 pm CDT to allow time for pre-work completion.

Discover Forage Workshop – Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Join Career Services for an overview of Forage, an online platform offering free virtual work experiences created by top companies. These self-paced modules simulate real-world tasks from internships and graduate programs, helping you develop valuable skills and gain insight into various career paths. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712590 Registration closes 3/31/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Career Fair Ready! Workshop – Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, 5-6 pm CT @ Handshake

The Spring Career Fair is approaching – are you ready? Get prepared for the big event! Learn how a virtual career fair works, what to expect, and quick tips to help you make the most of the opportunity. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712326 Registration closes 4/15/25 at 12 pm CDT.

NEW! Building Your Network: How to Find the Right Professional Organizations Workshop – Wednesday, April 30th, 2025, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Expanding your professional network is key to career success—but where do you start? This workshop will help you identify and connect with professional organizations that align with your industry, career goals, and interests. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712613 Registration closes 4/29/25 at 12 pm CDT.

NEW! Build Your Future & Develop the 8 Career Readiness Competencies Workshop – Thursday, May 8th, 2025, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

This workshop will equip you with the essential skills employers seek. You’ll explore the eight key competencies for career success and complete a self-assessment to identify your strengths and areas for growth. Whether preparing for internships, your first job, or future career planning, this session offers valuable insights and actionable steps to enhance your professional skills and build a strong foundation for success. This session requires pre-work. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1679940 Registration closes 5/7/25 at 3 pm CDT.

Mastering Job Offer Negotiations: Beyond Salary Workshop – Thursday, May 15th, 2025, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Did you know employers often expect you to negotiate—not just salary, but other key benefits as well? This workshop will teach you how to: Identify and inventory your most important negotiables, evaluate a job offer with confidence, and develop and implement an effective negotiation strategy. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712631  Registration closes 5/14/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Internship FAQ Workshop – Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Join Career Services as we share our top two internship search sites and essential tips to set you on the right path to securing an internship! Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1712442 Registration closes 5/20/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Virtual Work Experience Opportunities on Forage

Forage provides free, short virtual work experiences designed and delivered by leading companies. These 6-8 hour online programs simulate real-world tasks, helping you develop key industry skills and gain hands-on experience to prepare for your career.

  • No application required
  • Completely free
  • Work at your own pace

Create your free account using your my365.bellevue.edu email: Sign up here

New Simulations Just Added:

  • DLA Piper – Global Cyber Security
    Experience working on cybersecurity and data protection while building skills in risk assessment, stakeholder messaging, legal analysis, and strategic communication.
  • DLA Piper – M&A for AI Innovation
    Gain insight into Mergers & Acquisitions in health-tech while developing time management, strategic alignment, and legal & business writing skills.
  • White & Case – US Capital Markets
    Work within Capital Markets and practice legal drafting, document review, and critical thinking.
  • AIG – Actuarial Analyst
    Specialize in Marine Liability Insurance while strengthening skills in technical writing, research, professional communication, and data analytics.
  • Goldman Sachs – Controller
    Work as an analyst in the Controller function and gain experience in financial analysis, net asset valuation, financial reporting, and financial management.
  • Discover – Professional Skills
    Focus on career exploration and self-discovery, complete a self-assessment, and explore various professional work environments.

Resume and Cover Letter Guidance Webpage

Need help with your resume or cover letter? Check out our Resume and Cover Letter Guidance webpage! It’s full of resources, tips, and templates to help you create professional, standout documents that can make a strong impression on potential employers. Let us help you take the next step in your career journey!

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INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST MANAGER POSITION

The Yakima Valley Conference of Governments (YVCOG) established a Yakima Valley Local Crime Lab that provides forensic investigative crime laboratory services to participating local law enforcement agencies.  The Yakima Valley Local Crime Laboratory has an employment opportunity for an INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST MANAGER. 

ABOUT THE INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST MANAGER POSITION

Under general direction, develops, reviews, and analyzes criminal reports; interprets patterns and trends; utilizes forensic evidence and communicates with law enforcement on open and ongoing cases. Manages, trains, and supervises investigative analysts assigned to the program.

In concert and partnership with the Local Crime Lab Laboratory Manager and other existing resources, the Crime Lab Investigative Analyst Manager will enhance law enforcement efforts.

The Analyst must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation to meet CJIS standards. Investigative Analyst solutions will support public safety, local and state law enforcements, and federal partners such as ATF, FBI, and DEA. Improving the future, increasing public safety, and protecting lives is the objective of this service.

People with the abilities outlined in this job description are encouraged to apply.

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Career Services Winter 2024 Workshops and Resources

SAVE THE DATE – Spring 2025 Virtual Career Fair

Save the Date! The Spring 2025 Career Fair is Thursday, April 24th, 2025 from 10 am – 3 pm hosted virtually via Handshake. The fair is open to all BU students & alumni. Registration opens in April. Stay tuned for additional information about the fair.

Winter 2024 Career Services Virtual Workshops

Get ready to elevate your career with our upcoming virtual workshops hosted by Career Services! Whether you’re perfecting your resume, mastering interviews, or exploring innovative tools like ChatGPT, we’ve got you covered. Don’t miss these opportunities to gain valuable insights and skills for your career journey! We encourage you to join us for one, or better yet, attend them all! Check out the event links below for more details and to register. Don’t miss out—sign up today!

Chat GPT For Careers: Using AI in your Job Search Workshop – Thursday, December 5th, 2024, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Are you ready to supercharge your career journey? Join us for an engaging workshop on effectively using ChatGPT to enhance your job search and interview preparation. This interactive session will provide practical strategies to make the most out of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT to achieve your career goals. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644154 Registration closes 12/4/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Cover Letter Basics – Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Career Services will share the purpose and elements of compelling cover letters. We will share examples and guide you through writing your own exceptional draft cover letter.

Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644184 Registration closes 12/10/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Ace the Interview: Tips & Strategies Workshop – Thursday, January 16th, 2025, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Career Services will share about different types of interviews and strategies to respond to questions, and best demonstrate your knowledge and qualifications for the position you want. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644191  Registration closes 1/15/25 at 12 pm CDT.

The Big Three Workshop (Handshake, Forage, Micro-Internships) – Tuesday, January 21st, 2025, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Learn to navigate Handshake for job and internship opportunities, explore Forage’s free virtual work experiences from top companies, and see how Micro-Internships can provide short-term, paid professional experience to showcase your skills and build connections. Take the next step toward your career goals with these valuable resources! Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644957  Registration closes 1/20/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Resume 101: Build a Strong Foundation Workshop – Wednesday, January 29th, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Join Career Services to uncover the secrets of a standout resume! We’ll walk you through the essential elements that grab recruiters’ attention, share examples, and provide hands-on guidance to help you craft a resume that truly shines. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644182 Registration closes 1/28/25 at 12 pm CDT.

LinkedIn Success Strategies Workshop – Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for building your professional brand, exploring career opportunities, and connecting with industry leaders. In LinkedIn Success Strategies: Stand Out & Connect, this workshop will guide you through essential strategies to create a standout profile, engage effectively, and expand your network to open doors in your career journey.

Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644162 Registration closes 2/10/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Filling out Job Applications Workshop – Wednesday, February 26th, 2025,  12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Get ready to uncover insider tips from Career Services on mastering online job searches, nailing digital applications, and applying like a pro through email. Let’s make your job hunt exciting and effective! Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1644990 Registration closes 2/25/25 at 12 pm CDT.

Virtual Work Experience Opportunities on Forage

Forage offers free, very-short virtual work experiences, which are online programs designed and delivered by leading companies. Each virtual work experience contains a series of resources and tasks designed to simulate the real-world experience of starting a career. Forage experiences are 6-8 hours long and help students be better prepared for the workplace by providing the opportunity to gain the relevant skills and experience to be successful in their career journey. Students do not need to apply and there is no cost involved.  Create your free account with your my365.bellevue.edu email at https://bit.ly/3X1OvdR

Resume and Cover Letter Guidance Webpage

Need help with your resume or cover letter? Check out our Resume and Cover Letter Guidance webpage! It’s full of resources, tips, and templates to help you create professional, standout documents that can make a strong impression on potential employers. Let us help you take the next step in your career journey!

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Bellevue Virtual Career Fair October 24th

Attention IT/CIS/CYBER/Data/Software Students!

Meet with employers seeking your degree at the Fall 2024 Virtual Career Fair on Thursday, October 24th, from 10 AM – 3 PM CDT via our online platform, Handshake. Many of these employers have immediate openings, so be sure to sign up and schedule your session today!

To attend, log in to Handshake (free to create an account) via Bruin Connect and register for the event here: [https://bit.ly/4gPo3gS]. Career Services also recommends watching this short video on how to attend a virtual fair and sign up for employer sessions: [https://youtu.be/YNnnOrEDF28]. For more details, visit the Career Fair page: https://www.bellevue.edu/student-support/career-services/career-fair

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National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair

The National Cybersecurity Training and Education (NCyTE) Center and the Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cybersecurity Community are hosting the eighth annual National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair.

September 27, 2024

9:00 am-1:00 pm Pacific Time

12:00pm-4:00pm Eastern Time

This event is open to students and alumni from over 450 institutions designated as Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), Cyber Operations (CAE-CO), and Research (CAE-R) and institutions in the Candidate’s Program (pending approval).

For complete information and the links to register visit this page: National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair – Students and Alumni Register now! | CAE Community

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Career Services Fall 2024 Workshops & Resources

Career Services is offering eight virtual workshops this Fall Term and our Annual Fall Virtual Career Fair on Thursday, October 24th! Below, you will find information about each workshop with registration links. Additionally, there is a save-the-date announcement for the Career Fair, details on our Micro-Internship platform, Parker Dewey, and our Virtual Work Experience platform, Forage. You’ll also find instructions on how students can activate their Handshake accounts and a link to our updated Resume and Cover Letter Guidance webpage.

SAVE THE DATE – Fall 2023 Virtual Career Fair

Save the Date! The Fall Career Fair is Thursday, October 24th from 10 am – 3 pm hosted virtually via Handshake. The fair is open to all BU students & alumni. Registration open Monday, October 14th at 10 am CDT. For more information about the fair, visit – https://ow.ly/xa5C50PH11l

Fall 2024 Career Services Virtual Workshops

This Fall, Career Services is hosting a series of 8 virtual workshops covering essential topics such as Resume Basics, Internships, Mitigating Social Media Risks, Interview Tips, Using ChatGPT in your Job Search, and Salary Negotiations. We encourage you to join us for one, or better yet, attend them all! Check out the event links below for more details and to register. Don’t miss out—sign up today!

Internship FAQ Workshop – Wednesday, August 28th, 2024, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Looking for an internship? Career Services will share their top 2 search sites and essential tips to get you on the right path to finding an internship! Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1571362 Registration closes 8/27/24 at 4 pm CDT.

Handshake: Making it work for you Workshop – Tuesday, September 10th 2024, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Handshake offers a plethora of internship and job opportunities, events, and resources just waiting for you! But finding exactly what you’re looking for can be tricky and overwhelming. Let Career Services help you discover the tips and tricks to navigating this site with ease! Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1571372  Registration closes 9/9/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Discover Forage Workshop – Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 11:30 -12:30 pm CT @ Handshake

Career Services will share an overview of Forage, an online platform that hosts free virtual experiences designed and delivered by leading companies. These self-paced modules simulate work undertaken during a traditional internship or graduate program; students can also develop their skills and gain an accurate understanding of work in practice. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1571423 Registration closes 9/17/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Chat GPT For Careers: Using AI in your Job Search Workshop – Tuesday, September 24th, 2024, 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Are you ready to supercharge your career journey? Join us for an engaging workshop on effectively using ChatGPT to enhance your job search and interview preparation. This interactive session will provide practical strategies to make the most out of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT to achieve your career goals. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/events/1571454 Registration closes 9/23/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Just Ask! Salary Negotiation Workshop – Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Employers often expect you to negotiate not only salary but also other important negotiables.  Learn how to create an inventory of your important negotiables, evaluate an offer, and create and implement a negotiation strategy. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1571431  Registration closes 10/1/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Career Fair Ready Workshop – Wednesday, October 16th, 2024, 5-6 pm CT @ Handshake

The Fall Career Fair is approaching, but are you ready? Learn how a virtual career fair works, what to expect during the fair, and quick tips to get you ready for the big event. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1571389 Registration closes 10/15/24 at 3 pm CDT.

Strategies for Mitigating Scandal, Sabotage, and Social Media Risks Workshop – Tuesday, October 29, 2024 12-1 pm CT @ Handshake

Do you know if your social media is helping or sabotaging your image? In this workshop, you will learn how to create, clean up, and manage your online presence with social media tools, blogs, social audits, and other emerging tools. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1571410 Registration closes 10/28/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Resume Basics Workshop – Thursday, November 6th, 2024, 4-5 pm CT @ Handshake

Career Services will share the elements of compelling resumes. We will also provide examples and guide you through writing your resume, which will get you noticed by recruiters. Register via Handshake @ https://bellevue.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1560105 Registration closes 11/5/24 at 12 pm CDT.

Activate your Handshake account today!

As a Bellevue University student, you have access to Handshake, the largest career community for college students. Employers are recruiting students like you on Handshake.

  • Receive job and internship recommendations based on your interests
  • Connect with employers in every industry
  • Get an inside look at internships from other students
  • Check into campus events and career fairs from your phone
  • Learn from students and alumni who landed jobs you want

We’ve already created your profile with your basic information. Sign in today with your my365.bellevue.edu email to discover all of the resources for you on Handshake. For more information activating your account, visit https://bit.ly/4dXL7rf  

Micro Internships Opportunities on Parker Dewey

Micro-Internships opportunities are a great way to gain experience if a 12-week internship just doesn’t fit your busy schedule. Micro-Internships involve five to 40 hours of work, and many can be completed remotely, with you in one location and the employer-based in another. They are offered by companies of all shapes and sizes – from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. Assignments go across all departments, including sales, marketing, technology, human resources, and finance. For more information on the Micro-Internship Program or to create an account, please visit our Micro-Internship page at https://bit.ly/3X5qhj6  

Virtual Work Experience Opportunities on Forage

Forage offers free, very-short virtual work experiences, which are online programs designed and delivered by leading companies. Each virtual work experience contains a series of resources and tasks designed to simulate the real-world experience of starting a career. Forage experiences are 6-8 hours long and help students be better prepared for the workplace by providing the opportunity to gain the relevant skills and experience to be successful in their career journey. Students do not need to apply and there is no cost involved.  Create your free account with your my365.bellevue.edu email at https://bit.ly/3X1OvdR

Resume and Cover Letter Guidance Webpage

Need help with your resume or cover letter? Check out our Resume and Cover Letter Guidance webpage! It’s full of resources, tips, and templates to help you create professional, standout documents that can make a strong impression on potential employers. Let us help you take the next step in your career journey!

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CAE Federal Careers Information Session

Mark your calendars and come join the CAE federal partners for a federal careers information session open to CAE students and faculty. These sessions are free and conducted live in real-time over the MS Teams so no travel is required. NSA’s CAE program management office will host the presentations via MS Teams which employs slides, VOIP, and chat for live interaction. Just click on the link below! Please share attached flyer with students.

Date: August 28, 2024 Time: 2-4pm EST

Speakers: DOD Chief Information Officer (CIO), National Security Agency (NSA), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Microsoft Teams:

Join the meeting now

Meeting ID: 230 145 683 42

Passcode: ZztK6o

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Virtual Career Fair

The National Cybersecurity Training and Education (NCyTE) Center and the Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cybersecurity Community are hosting the seventh annual National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair

September 27, 2024

9:00 am-1:00 pm Pacific Time

12:00pm-4:00pm Eastern Time

This event is open to students and alumni from over 400 institutions designated as Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD), Cyber Operations (CAE-CO), and Research (CAE-R) and institutions in the Candidate’s Program (pending approval).

PLEASE NOTE: This event will not be live until September 27, 2024. Until that date, you will be redirected to the Thank You for Registering page. If you have any questions, please submit to support@caecommunity.org

Students: Updates for the National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair will be sent to the email you provide at the time of registration and can be found at caecommunity.org. If you will not have access to this email over the summer, please use an alternative email. You will be able to update your information at a later date.

Event Link to register: https://caecommunity.6connex.com/event/virtual/students/login