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Hello highlanders, If you missed last week’s resume and interview prep session, don’t worry – LaunchPad and Jobs for the Future (JFF) will be holding a final resume refinement and interview prep workshop this coming?Thursday, March 13th?at 1pm PT. You will have the opportunity to connect directly with professional development experts to discuss best practices for their internship application materials! https://lnkd.in/gcfQQ28M

Highlanders, check out our Climate Action Competition and get some of the prizes!!! Deadline to apply is on April 6, 2025. To participate in the competition, you just need an idea to solve climate action problems that affect our region. With $5,000 in prizes, this is a great opportunity for you to show your ideas to make positive change. We will have a pitch competition on April 9, 2025, where the participants can showcase their ideas in front of a panel of judges. https://lnkd.in/gAe-aHGH

Hello Highlanders, check out this program for high tech entrepreneurs done in partnership with the Los Alamos National Lab.

@VentureWell is seeking student innovators who are solving the world’s biggest challenges to apply for their E-Team Program! Unlock up to $25,000 in grant funding and bring your invention from lab to market. Applications are due April 29: https://bit.ly/42bbXd5 ?#VWaccelerator

Internship applications on your mind, but you don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re feeling nervous about interviews? Well, don’t worry – LaunchPad is here to help! Join LaunchPad’s Resume & Interview Prep Workshops this March, with options to attend on either Wednesday, March 5th or Thursday, March 13th at 1pm PT! You’ll get advice from a pro on how to: ? Revamp your resume: Learn how to highlight your skills from school and work experiences. We’ll also show you how to use AI tools to make your resume pop! ? Ace your interviews: Learn about the STAR method and how to answer those tough questions like a pro. ? Personalized tips: Bring your questions and get feedback specific to your journey. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gcfQQ28M, and don’t miss this chance to ensure your internship applications are on point. ??

Highlanders working on tackling social problems, Check out this opportunity for getting $25,000 in seed funding.

Hello Highlanders Apply for Discovery today 2/7/25 before midnight. Stand out for 275+ paid Blackstone LaunchPad internships with top employers! BASTA Discovery is your fast track to success, now offering access to internships plus a “priority applicant” status in Handshake. Here’s why students love it: ? Expert coaching to perfect your resume, interview skills, cover letters, and LinkedIn. ? Stand out to employers—attend at least 1 session to have your account flagged as priority in Handshake. ? Access to exclusive paid internships through Blackstone LaunchPad—a big batch of internships will be added in just 3 weeks, and priority status gives you a leg up! Students with paid internships are 2x more likely to land a dream job after graduation. Don’t wait! Apply here https://lnkd.in/g7kam9Zc by 11:59 PM February 7th to lock in your spot. You'll receive immediate confirmation and be among the first to register when new slots open in February.

Hello Highlanders, In light of recent executive orders, Campus Counsel and Central HR have put together the attached infographic regarding immigration enforcement information and resources. UC Immigrant Legal Services Center: https://usp.ucr.edu/UCILSC

Get the Inside Scoop from Employers w/ LaunchPad! Wondering what employers are looking for in prospective interns? Get the inside scoop from industry leaders at LaunchPad’s final Speaker Series session! When: Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM ET Where: https://lnkd.in/exUqqGXM What You’ll Learn: ? The top skills employers need from interns. ? How to make your resume and application stand out. ? Pro tips for building social capital and networking with colleagues. This is your chance to hear it straight from the pros—don’t miss out! RSVP Now

Apply Now: Discovery Deadline Friday! ? Did you know students with internships are twice as likely to land great jobs after college and earn $20K more annually? ? Through BASTA's Discovery, you’ll gain access to expert coaching and 275+ exclusive paid internships through Blackstone LaunchPad. ? Take just 5 minutes this week to?submit your application?by Friday, 12/20 and guarantee your spot in the program. Here is the link https://lnkd.in/emP9YWjs