June 17, 2013
Survey of 2013 Graduates
Congratulations to the class of 2013! UW Bothell Career Services is interested in your future career plans and would like to know how/if we have been useful in helping you to achieve your goals. We invite you to participate in an important 3–5 minute grad survey that will help us identify the services and resources that have been most valuable. Your response is confidential, and the answers you submit will not be attached to any other identifying information. Access the survey here using your UW NetID.
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UW Bothell Career Services has a new Facebook page that provides resources and information about upcoming events, jobs, and more. Please visit and like our page.
Upcoming Events
Summer Career Fair (Sponsored by UW Seattle)
Thursday June 27, 2013| 2:00-6:00pm| HUB Ballroom
Who’s coming? How do I prepare? For a complete list of attending employers, visit us online. Researching companies prior to attending the fair is a great way to show interest and preparation - two key things employers look for in a candidate. Dress code is Business Casual.
UW Alumni Career Development Series for Alumni (Sponsored by UW Seattle and UW Alumni Association)
Various Opportunities June 20-July 17, 2013
UWAA and UW Seattle Career Services are offering a career development series for alumni this summer. It includes a number of workshops, a ResumeFest, a Summer Career Fair and a networking night. Alumni can sign-up for one, or for all! Nominal fees apply to the majority of workshops, but there are several free opportunities as well. Visit this event series website for more information and registration: http://www.washington.edu/alumni/careers/summercareer.html
New Summer Community-Based Learning Immersive Experience
Tuesdays and Thursdays BIS 494-Social Enterprise Workshop(12 Credits)| 3:00-5:00pm | Summer Quarter full-term
Course registration info: http://www.washington.edu/students/timeschd/B/SUM2013/bis.html
This interdisciplinary immersive experience examines how public benefit organizations are evolving out of traditional fundraising methods to create the age of the “Social Enterprise.” Students will gain an understanding of the contextual theory and learn best practices in business planning for nonprofits to increase sustainability and decrease dependence on grants and donations. This class will interact with local nonprofit leaders in Seattle who use a social enterprise model.
Get Your Paws on HuskyJobs
Hey DAWGS, Search for jobs and internships 24/7 on HuskyJobs. Free to all students. Hundreds of job listings. Updated daily. Applying is as easy as upload and click. HuskyJobs is also the place to register for on-campus (UWS) interviews. Go to HuskyJobs– the door to your future!
On-Campus Student Employment
Check the on-campus departments you are interested in for open positions. Many departments do not post their positions, but have job openings available. Going to different departments is also a great way to network and practice your elevator speech.
Student Assistants – UWB Learning Technologies
Looking to hire a responsible and organized UW Student hourly worker to assist in the daily operations of the department. We are looking for individuals who have a positive attitude, are willing to learn new things, and are able to work independently.
Application Instructions: Send your resume to learningtech@uwb.edu with “Student Assistant Position” written in the subject line.
Diversity Student Recruiter – Diversity Leadership Program
This student leadership program is focused on working collaboratively with advisors from the Admissions office. Our student leaders will assist admissions advisors in facilitating a recruiting approach that requires a sustained interpersonal connection between the high school, college access programs, community colleges and the surrounding community; which allows for high-risk schools to centralize their support around underserved student populations to enable them to gain access to higher education. Student leaders will also collaborate with college access programs, local community partners, and first-generation families from low-income backgrounds, to build ecosystems of support for the identified underserved student populations we work with.
Application Instructions: Students can apply to this position by sending me an Sacha Nunn an email at SNunn@uwb.edu with an unofficial transcript, a cover letter, and resume or apply on husky jobs.
Work Study Examination Proctor – Disability Resources For Students
Proctors Responsibilities: Monitors students during test sessions to ensure a secure testing environment, assists in the distribution and collection of test material to the student(s) and ensures the tests are ready for pick-up by the instructors, assists in clarifying professor's test instructions for students, regulating allowance(s) for exams, and ensures that the student starts and finishes the exam at the original time set by the professor, verifies student’s identification and seats them appropriately, and reports suspected irregularities, cheating, and breach of student conduct to the professor and DRS staff.
Application Instructions: You must be Work Study Eligible to apply. If you are not sure please ask the Financial Aid office. To apply email your resume to Rosa Lundborg at RLundborg@uwb.edu
Two Research Assistant Positions – UWB/CCC Wetlands Geo-Database Investigation
The Office of Research and IAS faculty in Environmental Studies have 2 outstanding part-time summer research opportunities for students who are interested in gaining research experience. Students should be interested in conservation and wetland ecology, have experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and be interested in pursuing field work and learning surveying techniques. This is part of a long-term wetlands monitoring project and students can continue to work on this project and receive research credits. These positions are designed for 20 hours per week during the summer with the possibility of continuing during school.
Application Instructions: Please send a resume and a letter of interest to Carolyn Brennan, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Research at cbrennan@uwb.edu. Please include the following information in your letter: Name, phone number, major and minor fields of study, year in college, expected date of graduation, career plans, and GPA. Also include a short one-page essay explaining why are interested in applying for this position. Show why you feel that you are qualified for the position, include descriptions of any special training that you have had (course work, previous work experience, etc.) that will make you a good candidate for the positions. Tell us how you would benefit from working on a Geo-Database for the UW Bothell wetlands.
Visual Artists/Animators – Digital Future Lab
UW Bothell’s Digital Future Lab is looking for talented visual artists/animators to work on exciting interactive media projects. Join a fun, passionate multidisciplinary team in the design, development and implementation of projects including interactive games, data visualizations, interactive fiction, website development and more. Candidates must have experience working with the Adobe suite or equivalent image creation/editing software, including both raster and vector graphic creation. Some demonstrated 2d animation experience and familiarity with interactive design tools such as GameMaker, Construct 2 or others preferred. The ideal applicant’s portfolio should include a range digital works (drawings, paintings, renderings, etc.) showing a variety of styles.
Application Instructions: To apply send your resume and cover letter to Aina Braxton, Program Coordinator at the Digital Future Lab, abraxton@uwb.edu
Student Lab Helper – Hillesland Lab
The Hillesland lab is looking for a student available for 10-15 hours/week, starting immediately, to clean glassware and make media. Some laboratory experience (e.g. general chemistry) is helpful. The ideal candidate will: have knowledge of basic solutions chemistry – adjusting pH, calculating molarity (i.e. one quarter of general chemistry, or high school equivalent); learn quickly and pay attention to detail; be able to commit to at least a year – freshmen and sophomores especially are welcome to apply; work study student strongly preferred.
Application Instructions: To apply send your resume and cover letter to Dr. Kristina Hillesland at KHillesland@uwb.edu for consideration.
Student Technology Consultant - UWB/CCC Campus Library
Help meet the technology needs of students in the Campus Library Information Commons and beyond, conducting research, writing papers, and working on class projects. You'll have the opportunity to help patrons access online resources and use Microsoft Office and other applications to complete assignments, and also assist in the circulation of books and laptops. This is a great job for those interested in careers in IT, public service, or communications, and it's also a great way to build skills and experience for your resume! Up to 19.5 hours per week, with a flexible work schedule.
Application Instructions: For more information on the job, or to complete an application online, go to http://library.uwb.edu/jobs/Tech. (UW NetID required) Successful applicants will be notified via email. For additional questions, contact Library Technology Services at 425.352.3450 or email libhelp@uwb.edu.
Internships of Interest
Social Justice Film Festival Publicity Intern - Social Justice Film Festival
The Social Justice Film Festival Publicity Intern plays a crucial part in shaping the vision and outcome of a young film festival focused on social justice issues, helping to screen festival films and involved with the production of the festival. The position is responsible for helping to build awareness about the festival through contacting the press, relevant partner organizations, students, and university programs; distributing festival posters and flyers, representing the festival at meetings, and playing an important role in devising a publicity strategy.
Application Instructions: Interested applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter, and short writing sample to laura@socialjusticefilmfestival.org.
Graphic Design Intern – Be Labs
As our Intern you will be an integral part of brand development for our world class portfolio of consumer companies. You working closely with the team exploring and defining design opportunities; helping to define strategy; creating tangible design expression; and communicating the essence of these ideas. The ideal candidate has strong visualization and prototyping skills in addition to being comfortable working within multidisciplinary teams. Our Graphic Design Intern will have a passion for: working across a range of projects and mediums, from print design, presentation design, product interactions and digital interaction design; prototyping and production skills are essential, as well as an eye for design; developing sales and marketing strategies in diverse businesses ranging from tech to health and apparel; as well as creating the tangible marketing material for the sales teams. You should: be self-directed towards excellent work outcomes and ability to meet extremely tight deadlines; be well versed in Illustrator, Fireworks, Photoshop and InDesign; have a strong portfolio and elevated sense of design, color and typography; have experience creating design solutions for print and screen (digital experience is a plus); have onscreen prototyping skills; demonstrate a clear “point of view” relating to your design; be confident enough to bring cutting edge ideas to the table, while checking your ego at the door.
Application Instructions: Please drop us a line at jobs@belabs.net. Include your CV and tell us why you think it’s worth your time to apply. When submitting, please provide your work samples/portfolio, please indicate your specific role(s) and contributions for each project presented. Students who choose to submit cover letters (not required with portfolio) should address them to: Michael Michaels - Be Labs 516 Yale Avenue N Suite 400 Seattle 98109.
Off-Campus Jobs
AmeriCorps positions – Full Life Care
Full Life Care is a non-profit organization founded in Seattle. For over 30 years we have worked to reduce dependence on nursing home care and are among the first adult day-health providers in the country. Through a special “Healthy Futures” initiative, Full Life is recruiting a team of 9 AmeriCorps members for full-time service for the 10.5 month term September 1, 2013 – July 15, 2014. Full Life is recruiting for Client Services and Resource Coordinators, Health Outreach Specialists, Community Health Coordinator, Wellness Coordinator, Residence Engagement Coordinator, and a Volunteer Program Specialist.
Application Instructions: To apply, complete an AmeriCorps application here. And send your resume and cover letter to Ginger Seybold, Full Life Care 800 Jefferson St., Ste 620, Seattle, WA 98104 Gingers@FullLifeCare.org Fax: 206-224-3779 To learn more about serving with AmeriCorps visit www.americorps.org.
Director of Finance & Operations – City of Columbus, Indiana
Under the direction of the Mayor or the Mayor’s designee, the Director of Finance & Operations participates in management of all aspects of City of Columbus operations, including strategy development, policy development and execution. This position oversees and monitors city operations in the following functional areas: financial, budget and accounting strategy, purchasing, human resources, information technology, and office management. The City of Columbus is a heavily matrixed organization and the Director of Operations & Finance works with different teams of people depending on the project or task, and has multiple reporting relationships.
Application Instructions: For full job description and to apply, please visit http://www.columbus.in.gov/careers/job-openings/.
Operations/Finance Coordinator – Microstar Laboratories
Small manufacturing company in Bellevue has an opening for an Operations/Finance Coordinator. Responsibilities includes Accounts Payable and Receivable, Invoicing, Shipping, Purchasing, Production Planning and general office tasks. Some knowledge of accounting necessary. Starting salary $33K.
Application Instructions: To apply, contact Loretta Lopez at llopez@mstarlabs.com.
Customer Service Representative – Member Services
Join AAA Washington, winner of several Best Places to Work awards, and a company that is committed to working around your school schedule. AAA Washington has created full time positions tailored specifically for students seeking to achieve an easy balance between employment and academics. We’re seeking dedicated students who are comfortable working their problem solving skills with Members who are in stressful situations, have a strong commitment to customer service, use proven communication skills with a diverse customer base, and possess strong attention to detail. AAA Washington is a nationally recognized company that has been in business for more than 100 years. Our Call Center operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. With these hours, you can be sure to find a schedule that will meet your needs, especially during the school year!
Application Instructions: To apply, visit our website at: https://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH11/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=AAA&cws=1&rid=326.
Scholarships and Fellowships
Please visit the Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Award page for a list of upcoming opportunities. Check this page often for news about upcoming merit scholarships. Deadlines are usually posted at least a month in advance to give you plenty of time to prepare your application.
Tip of the Week
Studying abroad? Apply for the Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarship to help fund your trip. It is due Friday June 28th at 11:59pm. More information can be found online.