Greetings! 

Welcome all new Graduate School of Engineering students! 

And welcome back continuing students!

We hope you all had a wonderful summer and are settled into the 2013-2014 school year.  

Student Services is expanding their office hours making it easier for you to come in when it is convenient for you! In addition to our regular walk-in office hours which will remain Monday - Friday 2pm-4pm, you can now schedule an appointment at select times via your MyNEU account.  

1. Log onto MyNEU Account
2. Go to Self-Service Tab
3. Click Appointment Calendar under Advising Resources
4. Under Find a Calendar, select College of Engineering for Group and Graduate School Advising for Affiliation
5. Select name of advisor you wish to meet with to view their calendar
6. Click Request an Appointment on the time slot you wish to meet them

Appointments slots will be available up to 3 weeks ahead of time.

10/23/2013: Presentatino Skills Workshop sponsored by GWISE and open to all graduate students. Meet at 1:30pm in 333 CSC

10/11/2013: GEB (Graduate Engineering Bridges) meeting. On the agenda: Departments representatives elections and the upcoming BBQ and hiking trip. Mett at 6pm in 312 Ell Hall. 

GWISE (Graduate Women In Science and Engineering) is designed to assist in the professional and personal advancement of women in science and engineering at Northeastern University. GWISE strives to provide women with the support and resources necessary to be successful, as well as to create a sense of community. To achieve this, GWISE will sponsor events covering a wide variety of topics including networking, career options, resume polishing, balancing work and personal life, and other issues affecting women in the sciences. The nature of our group is both academic and social. We are growing our network of academic and industry professionals so that our events may be beneficial to all members. GWISE is open to ALL graduate students at Northeastern. You can join us on Orgsync, by email gwise.neu@gmail.com, or find us on Facebook. 

 

• Presidential Management Fellowship - an entry level opportunity for advanced degree candidate. More information available here. Application deadline is October 15, 2013.
• Dissertation Completion Fellowship - available to students in their last term and completing a dissertation. Information available here. Application deadline is November 1, 2013.
• The Graduate Student Government offers limited funding for conferences, competitions and activity travels. For more information and to apply click here.
• 2014 DHS Secretary's Honors Program for Recent Graduates - The Department of Homeland Security Secretary's Honors Program (SHP) is now accepting applications for the following fellowships: Information Technology, Policy, Management and Emergency Management. Application dates vary among fellowships. For more information, and to apply, go to www.dhs.gov/secretarys-honors-program.

You can find additional funding opportunities on our fellowship Webpage.

 

The Career Services Office offers a wide variety of amazing resources to help you better prepare for internship and job search. 

Resources targeted towards Graduate Students are detailed here. You will find resources and support for Academic or Industry jobs as well as Post-doc positions ranging from resumé building and interview skills to networking. 

International students will find resources targeted to their needs here. Visit the Career Services offices and learn how to build a resumé targeted for the American job market.

Find out about career and internship fairs taking place this term here.

There are many more resources available to you, don't hesitate to take advantage of them to better prepare for the job market and make the most of your NEU experience. Visit the Career Services Website for more information. 

We all need a little help sometimes! Below are some suggestions we hope will help you find where and who to turn to. Never hesitate to reach out to us with your questions. We will do our best to direct you in the appropriate direction. 

Spring time is making you want to move? Contact the Off-Campus Student Services office for advice and resources to help you find the perfect place. 

New in the country and looking to improve your written and spokenEnglish skills? Visit the Global Student Success Website and sign up for a variety of workshops and tutoring open to all NEU students.

Writing your thesis, dissertation or a mid-term paper? The library offers in-person or online support to help you deliver a stellar paper.

Drop by the Northeastern University Career Services Center. They offer a wide selection of workshops designed specifically for graduate and/or international students to help you be successful in your professional career. Or make a one-on-one appointment to discuss your specific needs. 

Feeling blue and not sure who to talk to? Want to talk to a professional about something that is on your mind? Contact University Health and Counseling Services with your questions and they will direct you to the right person.

Are you experiencing challenges outside the classroom that are affecting your academic performance? Reach out to We Care for support and customized solutions.

The International Student and Scholar Institute (ISSI) offers many resources to international students and organizes multicultural event throughout the academic year.

As you exercise your brain, remember to exercise your body too! Campus Recreation is your fitness answer.

The Center for Spirituality, Dialogue and Service offers a safe environment for the soul.