Robert H. Smith School of Business Career Services

?? Employers & Recruiters: Connect with Smith Students! ?? Join us at two dynamic multi-employer networking events designed to connect you with talented Undergraduate, Master's, and MBA students from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business! ?? Consulting Industry Night ?? Wednesday, April 2, 2025 | 6–8 PM ?? Van Munching Hall, 1500 Grand Atrium ?? Finance & Tech Careers Networking Night ?? Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | 6–8 PM ?? Van Munching Hall, 1500 Grand Atrium Build meaningful connections and engage with ambitious, diverse consulting, finance, and technology talent! ?? Register today on HireSmith or email [email protected] for more details! https://lnkd.in/exbCVC4R ?? Smith Students -> Interested in either of these events? Don’t forget to register on HireSmith!

??? Employer of the Day at Smith: Northwestern Mutual A big thank you to Kaitlin Ashman, Senior Campus Recruiter at Northwestern Mutual, for joining us at Smith yesterday! She shared valuable insights with our students, helping them explore the exciting career opportunities available at the company. We truly appreciate the time and expertise she brought to our community. Check out their current openings on HireSmith: ?? Financial Advisor/Financial Representative – Full-Time ?? College Financial Representative Internship - Summer 2025 – Internship

Exciting Event Recap: PwC Leadership Visit ? Last week, we were thrilled to welcome Jennifer Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer of Tax at PwC, to Smith School of Business! ? Her visit was an incredible opportunity for students and faculty alike. Jennifer had the chance to meet with our dean, Prabhudev Konana, visit several undergraduate accounting courses, and engage with our student leaders. A major highlight was the meaningful discussions around diversity in talent acquisition, led by PwC's Talent Acquisition Inclusion Strategy Leader, Katie Patel, where she shared invaluable insights on fostering inclusivity in the workforce. ? The leadership chat with student leaders was another standout moment, with Jennifer offering career advice and leadership perspectives to our future business leaders. To end off the day, they hosted a wonderful dinner reception that allowed for deeper connections and conversations between Jennifer and Smith’s brightest students. ? A big thank you to Joseph Deluna, M.A., Sam Stappler,?and Michael Hoffman?from PwC and Luke Dieguez?and Juan Henry, M.Ed. from the OCS for ensuring that everything went smoothly and made this memorable day a success! ? We look forward to continued collaboration with PwC and the valuable opportunities this relationship brings to our students!

?? What can students expect from a coaching appointment? ?? Last week, our OCS career coaches shared some valuable insights on how they partner with students to navigate their career journeys. Whether you’re preparing for interviews, exploring career fields, or in need of guidance through the job search process, they’re here to help! Here are just a few things our coaches can assist with: ?? Direction and strategy for your career goals ?? Resume and cover letter support ?? Interview preparation ?? Getting started with the job search and application process ?? Navigating negotiation conversations Want to hear more? ?? Check out the full reel to see what our coaches had to say! A huge thank you to Harrisen Cefalu-Schwartz, Ashlee Chicoine, Eva Coll, and Seth Travers for sharing their insights and our Marketing team - Noah Gantt, Naasera Husain, and Melany Oporta Hernandez - for featuring our coaches. ??

??? Employer of the Day at Smith: Textron Earlier this morning, we were excited to welcome Smith alumni Vibin Ravi and Maryland alumni Heather Rudick, MPS, as well as University Relations Associate Jamie Lewis from Textron! We greatly appreciate their team for coming in and sharing valuable insights with Smith students, helping them explore upcoming opportunities with Textron. We’re extremely grateful for the time and expertise they shared with our Smith Terps! Be sure to check the Jobs/Internships page on HireSmith to explore exciting opportunities with Textron once they become available!

Exciting Event Recap: SUSA x QUEST x Guidehouse Smith Explore Last Friday, the QUEST Honors Program at UMD and the Smith Undergraduate Student Association (SUSA) collaborated to take Smith and QUEST students to the Guidehouse Headquarters for an enriching Smith Explore. Students had the opportunity to network, listen to a panel discussion, and participate in an engaging case workshop. It was a fantastic day, filled with valuable insights into the consulting industry! Special thanks to Joel Liebman (QUEST Alum), Samantha Calvano, Zachary Jacobs, Sophie Romanik, PMP, and Marleigh W. for spending the day with us and planning such a thoughtful and engaging event! We’re also incredibly grateful to Adelina Seck from QUEST, Hamid Shabbir (SUSA VP of Events), and Amari Mehta (SUSA President) for their leadership and effort in making this event happen. Thank you to everyone who attended for making this day a success!

??? Employer of the Day at Smith: W. R. Grace. A huge thank you to Christina Barlas, Marketing Automation Specialist, and Jenele Williams-Garcia, MBA Williams-Garcia, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at W.R. Grace & Co. for visiting us at Smith yesterday! They shared valuable insights with our Smith students today, helping them get a better sense of the exciting opportunities available at the company. We're very grateful for the time and expertise they shared with our community. Take a look at their current Supply Chain Intern position on HireSmith!

??? ? Employer of the Day at Smith: GEICO Yesterday, we were excited to host Marley Diligent, Campus Recruiting Coordinator at GEICO, along with several other recruiters from the company! She and the team provided our Smith students with invaluable insights into life at GEICO, as well as details on their current internship and full-time opportunities. We appreciate their time and the knowledge they shared with our community. Check out GEICO's current Analyst Intern position on HireSmith, with more opportunities coming soon!

??? Employer of the Day at Smith: Aprio Today, we were thrilled to welcome Ainsley Eddins, the campus recruiter from Aprio. She shared valuable insights with Smith students to help them better understand upcoming opportunities at Aprio. We’re grateful for the time and knowledge she shared with our community. Be sure to check back on the Jobs/Internships page on HireSmith to explore exciting opportunities with Aprio once they become available!

Spring Undergraduate Career Fair Recap Last Friday, February 7th, we had the pleasure of hosting the Smith Undergraduate Career Fair! ?? The event was a huge success, with a fantastic turnout from both employers and students. The atmosphere at the Samuel V. Riggs Alumni Center was buzzing with energy as students networked, explored new opportunities, and engaged in valuable conversations with recruiters. Here are some highlights from the event: ? 595 students and alumni in attendance ? 53 companies represented ? 155 employer representatives (a big thank you to everyone who joined us!) ?? 73 UMD alumni reps ? 3,000+ views on the OCS Employer Conversations Reel A special thank you to Courtney Bigger, Luke Dieguez, and the entire OCS team for their hard work and dedication in making this event run smoothly! To our students: We’re so proud of your efforts! This is just the beginning—keep nurturing those connections and stay proactive in your job search! And once again, thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this career fair.