These days everyone wants to be green and make green but we all know that ain’t always easy… Luckily the green industry is highly diverse and is growing daily. “Green Careers” can encompass various industries such as: conservation, education, communication, environmental consulting, environmental management and planning, and parks and recreation, to name a few. Employers include academia, government, corporations, public and private research firms, nonprofits and grassroots organizations. General Advice and Tips Determine what part of the industry interests you most – since the opportunities are so diverse, the more you can refine your career interests in the environmental field, [...]
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Monday, April 22nd, 2013
Green Career Options for Earth Day
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Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores | Comments OffMonday, March 25th, 2013
Show Me Campaign Fellowship
Remember that time John Legend came to Bucknell? I know it was awesome. He did a little talk, played a little piano, and told us about the Show Me Campaign. Here’s how you can be part of it: 1) Be a Junior, 2) Apply to be a Fellow by 5/8! More Info: The Show Me Campaign Fellowship Program, launched in 2009, encourages young people who are dedicated to helping improve the world. The Fellowship provides $3000 stipends for college students who have unpaid internships during the summer of 2013 in the following areas: International development, specifically eradicating global poverty Improving [...]
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Posted in @BPIP, Juniors | Comments OffThursday, March 14th, 2013
AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps is the national service program that provides thousands of Americans of all ages and backgrounds with education awards and other benefits in exchange for a year or two of community service. It’s like the domestic Peace Corps (by the way they’ll be here on Monday, 3/18!). AmeriCorps members help meet the nation’s critical needs in the areas of public safety, education, human needs, and the environment. If you aren’t sure what to do after graduation or want to pay off college debt – serving with AmeriCorps may be the perfect option! Benefits include: Living Stipend Education Award to help [...]
Wednesday, February 13th, 2013
Bucknell Public Service Network (BPSN) Field Trip to DC
If you are going to the DC Career Fair consider attending this pre-fair field trip hosted by the Bucknell Public Service Network (BPSN) for even more chances to hear what it’s like to work in the public service sector and NETWORK! Space is limited to the first {lucky} 20 students – Sign up on the BRIDGE by 2/21 1.Visit the Public Affairs Council and here from an alumna VP-the leading nonpartisan, nonpolitical association for public affairs professionals worldwide with a mission to advance the field of public affairs and to provide members with the executive education and expertise they need [...]
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Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores | Comments OffWednesday, February 13th, 2013
DC Career Fair – 2/26; Sign up 2/22
If you are interested in government, public service, and non-profit sectors the D.C Career Fair is the place to go! Tuesday, February 26 –Sign up Deadline is 2/22 6:00 – 8:00 pm GAO Building, 441 G Street NW, Washington, DC Transportation Available (Reserve your spot by 2/22) Check out the Registered Employers This exclusive Bucknell event offers students an opportunity to network with alumni, parents and representatives from the Government, Non-Profit and Public Affairs sectors about their career paths, organizations and any volunteer, internship and full-time opportunities they presently have or plan to have available in the future. Students must [...]
Tags: @BPIP, Alumni, capitol hill, Career Fairs, D.C., Government, Networking, non-profit, Public Interest, public service
Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores | Comments OffTuesday, February 5th, 2013
Bucknell Public Interest Program (BPIP) Internship Fund
The BPIP Internship Fund provides funding for selected undergraduate students (first-year students, sophomores, and juniors), who have secured full-time, unpaid summer internships with non-profit organization and government offices. The Fund helps students to gain valuable experience in their field of study and enhances Bucknell’s strong reputation in the workforce. The stipend amount is $3,000 and the application process is competitive. Students are strongly urged to attend one of the BPIP Internship Fund Information Sessions (all held in ELC 217): Friday, February 8th at 4pm Tuesday, February 12th at 1pm Thursday, February 21st at Noon Monday, March 4th at Noon – [...]
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Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Sophomores | Comments OffMonday, February 4th, 2013
Go Government Webinar Series
This special three-part series will show students how to find and apply for federal positions. Participants will learn how to best leverage their skills and experiences to find the right federal fit. Landing Your Dream Job or Internship February 5, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. EST, Coleman 221 What Happens After My Application is Submitted? March 20, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. EST, Coleman 221 Securing Federal Employment Abroad April 11, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. EST, Coleman 221
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Posted in @BPIP | Comments OffSaturday, January 26th, 2013
This Week in the CDC: Jan. 29 – Feb 1
Get ready for a packed week of career events! Monday, January 28 RESUMANIA – walk-in time for resume reviews to help you get ready for the Internship & Job Fair 11 – 3:30 pm, CDC – 2nd Floor BPIP Internship Fund Info Session: 4 – 5:00 pm, ELC 217 CANCELED: Air Products Internships Info Session: 6 – 7:00 pm, DANA 113 Digitalent Pizza Party Presentation: “How to Work a Career Fair.” 7 – 8:00 pm, ELC 213 Tuesday, January 29 Internship & Job Fair – See who’s coming! 11 – 2:30 pm, Davis Gym NorthwesternMutual Info Session: 3:30 – 4:30 [...]
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Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores | Comments OffThursday, January 17th, 2013
Day in the Life: Sarah Block ‘11, 2L at the George Washington University Law School
On January 23rd you have the opportunity to learn what it’s like to be in Law School from Sarah Block ’11. Follow Sarah on @BisonINCareers on Jan. 23 to learn more and ask questions. Sarah Block graduated summa cum laude in May 2011 with a double major in History and Spanish, and is now a second year law student at The George Washington University Law School (@gwlaw). She lives in Washington, DC near lots of other Bucknellians, including many of her fellow first-year SoJo hallmates. At Bucknell, Sarah completed a thesis titled “Stratified Boston: The Brahmins, the Irish and the [...]
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Posted in @BPIP, FirstYear, Juniors, Seniors, Sophomores | Comments OffTuesday, December 18th, 2012
Families USA’s Villers Fellowship for Health Care Justice
The Villers Fellowship was created in 2005 by Philippe Villers, Families USA’s founder and president. The Villers Fellow will work in our health policy department, supporting the organization’s efforts to improve access to health coverage for all Americans, especially for low-income and other vulnerable constituencies. Their principle responsibility includes conducting primary and secondary research on a range of health care and health reform topics, as well as writing and contributing to publications that are relevant to current health reform issues. The Villers Fellow will work as a full-time policy analyst in our Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will exhibit [...]
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