Jobs
City of Auburn, Diversity Liaison
Open until filled
City of Edmonds, Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Director
Closes: Oct 22
City of Seattle, State Legislative Liaison
Closes: Oct 26
Environmental Coalition of South Seattle, Sustainable Business Coordinator
Closes: Oct 15
Environmental Coalition of South Seattle, Grantwriter
Closes: Oct 24
King County, School to Work Coordinator - Developmental Disabilities, Seattle
Closes: Oct 18
King County, Transportation Planner III - Service Development, Seattle
Closes: Oct 26
Nickerson & Associates, Economist/Analyst, Seattle
Open until filled
OneAmerica, Manager, Innovations in English Language Learning Project (IELLP), Seattle
Full time, 18-month salaried position with excellent benefits (possibility of extension into permanent
position)
Open until filled
Pride Foundation, Regional Development Organizer
5 positions: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Western Washington
Closes: Oct 15
Raikes Foundation, Program Officer, Seattle
Closes: Nov 5
Seattle City Light, History Resource Specialist (Senior Environmental Analyst)
Closes: Oct 19
Solid Ground, King County Housing Stability Project Supervisor, Seattle
Closes: Oct 21
The Council of State Governments, Policy Analyst & Public Affairs Manager, Seattle
Closes: Oct 26
Transportation Choices Coalition, Policy Director, Seattle
Closes: Nov 12
UW Bothell, Budget & Financial Manager
Open until filled
UW Bothell, Government and Community Relations Student Assistant
19 hrs/wk, flexible schedule, work study preferred, $10-12/hr DOE
Assist UWB's Director of Government and Community Relations in preparation for and during the 2011 Washington State Legislative Session.
Open until filled
UW Jackson School of International Studies, Director of Career Services and Alumni Relations
10-month appointment
Closes: Oct 24
Washington State Bar Association, Public Service Manager, Seattle
Open until filled
Internships, Fellowships, and Volunteering
Big Brothers Big Sisters Puget Sound, Internships, Seattle
Community Engagement Internship - Latino Mentoring
Community Engagement Internship - South and Central King Co.
Volunteer, Hours Vary
Open until filled
Education Pioneers Graduate Fellowship Info Session
Wed, Nov 3, 12-1pm
UW Seattle, Parrington 308
Education Pioneers recruit diverse, high-caliber graduate students to catalyze change in urban education. The Graduate School Fellowship Program is a full-time, paid, ten-week summer program during which talented graduate students work with schools, districts, nonprofits, and other education-focused organizations to leverage their skills and knowledge to complete a mission-critical consulting project.
Groundwire, Fundraising Internship
Volunteer, Hours flexible
Open until filled
Jack Straw Productions Artist Residency Programs
Offered to established and emerging artists in diverse disciplines an opportunity to explore the creative use of sound in a professional atmosphere through residencies in our recording studios and participation in our various presentation programs.
Closes: Nov 1
Minority Executive Directors Coalition, Public Policy Research & Development Intern, Seattle
Open until filled
U.S. Department of State, 2011 Summer Student Internship Program
Closes: Nov 1
UW Bothell Student Civic Fellowships
-Day of Service Student Civic Fellow
-Engagement and Awareness Student Civic Fellow
Time commitment is approx 3-5 hrs/wk for 3 quarters. Compensation includes:
-$175 per quarter
-Qualification for Students in Service educational Award of $1000 on completion of 300 hours
Closes: Oct 18
Career-related Events (listed by date)
Free Policy Webinar Forum: Business Perceptions and Trends from Senior Executives on the Employment of People with Disabilities
Mon, Oct 18, 12-1pm (PST)
Online webinar
More information and registration may be found here.
UW Bothell Graduate School Fair
Tues, Oct 19, 3-6pm
UW Bothell, North Creek Events Center
Representatives from UW, Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University, Argosy University, and Portland State have indicated they will have information on PhD programs.
Getting Hired with a Graduate Degree: Tips from Employers
Tues, Oct 19, 4-5:30pm
UW Seattle, Kane 210
Feeling uncertain about what you want to do next or unclear about how to get there? Taking some time to explore the myriad employment options open to individuals with graduate degrees, and to learn strategies for making yourself competitive for those options, might help ease your mind. You're invited to come listen to employer representatives discuss tips for landing interesting positions in large corporations, small businesses, non-profit organizations, government agencies, and universities.
Grad Student & Postdoc Networking Reception
Tues, Oct 19, 5:30-7:00pm
UW Seattle, Kane 225
All UW grad students, professional students, and postdocs are invited to practice their networking skills and create new connections by talking with UW graduate-level alumni and business leaders about diverse career directions, effective job search strategies, potential job and internship leads, and more. Advisers and faculty members are also welcome to attend. Light snacks, beer, and wine will be served. No registration required. Sponsored in conjunction with the 7th annual Career Symposium for Grad Students & Postdocs in collaboration with the Graduate School and the Alumni Association.
Federal Jobs: Find and Apply for Full-Time Work in 2011
Wed, Oct 20, 2:00-3:00pm
UW Bothell, UW1-103
Are you interested in a great job - with a good salary, excellent benefits, and possible student loan repayment? Want a job where you can make a real difference in the areas of health, environment, policy, international relations, and more? Consider working for the federal government - a sector doing lots of hiring! In this workshop, you'll learn how to find agencies that might interest you, locate federal job openings, and tailor your application materials to show how your qualifications match what federal hiring authorities are seeking. All academic disciplines welcome!
Scholarships and Fellowships Workshop
Thurs, Oct 21, 4:00-5:30pm
UW Bothell, UW1 103
Need money for school? Don't know where to look for scholarships? Intimidated by the process of applying for prestigious awards? Come learn about the resources and services available to you to help you become a competitive scholarship applicant. This workshop will also share search tips and advice about strategies that can increase your chances of winning an award.
Global Discovery Week Study Abroad Event @ UW Bothell
Mon, Oct 25
Information table 2:00-4:00pm, UW2 Commons promenade
Presentation and workshop session 4:30-6:00pm, UW1 103
Representatives from the University of Washington's Office of International Programs & Exchanges will be on campus to discuss study abroad opportunities for all students considering taking their education to an international level. Whether you're interested in a three-week exploration seminar in Mexico or a yearlong direct exchange in the UK, IPE offers assistance throughout all stages of your journey. We hope all students will consider studying abroad and join us to find out how!
UW Study Abroad Fair
Wed, Oct 27 @ UW Seattle in Mary Gates Hall (MGH)
10am-2pm, MGH Commons: Info tables featuring more than 100 exhibitors
11am, MGH 258: Study Abroad 101 seminar
12pm, MGH 258: Study, Work and Scholarship Opportunities in Japan
1pm, MGH 258: Funding your Study Abroad
Explore more than 500 study abroad opportunities ranging from direct exchanges to internships to UW faculty-led programs. Representatives from partner universities and study abroad programs will be available.
City of Seattle Film, Music and Digital Media Happy Hour
Wed, Oct 27, 5-7pm
Spitfire Grill - 2219 4th Ave (Belltown)
Entrepreneurial Career Panel: How to Create Your Dream Job
Mon, Nov 1, 4:00-5:30pm
UW Seattle, Paccar 394
Most entrepreneurs say they chose an entrepreneurial career path because they're unmanageable as employees. Join us as four of our alumni describe how they created their dream job by leveraging their education, skills, and sheer determination into successful start-up opportunities. No registration required. Sponsored in collaboration with the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Search and Apply for Federal Jobs
Tues, Nov 2, 3:30-5:00pm
UW1 103
Are you interested in a great job - with a good salary, excellent benefits, and possible student loan repayment? Want a job where you can make a real difference in the areas of health, environment, policy, international relations, and more? Consider working for the federal government - a sector doing lots of hiring! In this workshop, you'll learn how to find agencies that might interest you, locate federal job openings, and tailor your application materials to show how your qualifications match what federal hiring authorities are seeking. All academic disciplines welcome!
Seattle Greendrinks Monthly Networking Event
Tues, Nov 9, 5:30-9:00pm
Location TBD
ColorsNW Careers: Jobtini
Tues, Nov 16, 5:30-8:00pm
Spitfire Grill, 2219 4th Ave
Dress Code: Business Professional, a 21 & over event.
Free for all jobseekers!
Professional Development and Funding
2010 STD & AIDS Research Symposium
Wed, Nov 10, 10am-5:30pm
Harborview Research and Training Building (300 9th Ave)
This event is free, but you must register by Nov 5 here.
UW Simpson Center for the Humanities Fall Funding
Closes: Nov 15
The Simpson Center invites project proposals in the humanities from UW faculty and graduate students. Funding opportunities include faculty and graduate student research fellowships; associate professor crossdisciplinary research initiatives; full professor crossdisciplinary conversation awards; crossdisciplinary graduate seminars; symposia, colloquia, and conferences; crossdisciplinary research clusters; large-scale collaborations; projects in the public humanities; and the Solomon Katz Distinguished Lectureship in the Humanities.
Americorps' Students in Service Program
Earn $1000-2362.50 in educational awards for your volunteer service!
Student volunteers working in the areas of human needs or services, education, environmental initiatives, homeland security and public safety are eligible to receive education grants based on various lengths of service. Visit the website and take the short tutorial to see if you qualify.
UW Scholarship Resources
Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards
For a more complete list of upcoming scholarship opportunities and program deadlines, visit the University of Washington scholarship database.
The Graduate School
For lists of fellowships, assistantships and other funding resources, visit this webpage.
Miscellaneous