Wheaton College Massachusetts

Lives in Crime: Perspectives on Criminal Justice, Restorative Justice and Criminology
2022-11-21 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Online
Join us for a panel discussion via Zoom on the study of criminal justice, restorative justice and criminology in the liberal arts, featuring insights and perspectives from three active scholars in the field. The conversation aims to situate these areas of study within Wheaton’s curriculum. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and comments for the panel members.
The panelists are:

Luis A. Fernandez, Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northern Arizona University
Lois Presser, Professor of Sociology at the University of Tennessee
Jo-Ann Della Giustina, Professor of Criminal Justice at Bridgewater State University

This event is sponsored by the sociology, political science, and philosophy departments and the Office of the Provost.
Register for the event to receive access to the discussion via Zoom.

Lunch & Learn: Job & Internship Search Group
2022-11-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-11-29 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Chase Dining Hall – Square, Norton, 02766, United States
Grab your lunch and join our weekly co-work space to explore internship and job opportunities, ask questions, and connect with other Wheaton job/internship seekers. No need to register, all are welcome on a drop-in basis. Come once or come weekly!
Hosted by Victoria Powell, Career Services

International Scientists Working in Industry - Novartis Panel Discussion
2022-12-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Are you an international student looking to explore industry and/or academia while maintaining your status? Do you keep wondering what more you could do now to help the future you? Maybe we could help address your questions! Join us for a Q&A with Novartis scientists who have been where you are today, navigating culture shock, grad school, career transitions, and changing from student status to a member of the US workforce. This event is intended for international students majoring in the sciences. Presented by the Novartis Young Scientists Outreach Program Questions? You can reach us at Young.Scientists@Novartis.com

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AmeriCorps Basics: Get the Basics
2022-12-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
You can address local challenges in communities across the country while building your resume. Join us for a virtual information session to determine if a year or a summer as an AmeriCorps member with a VISTA project is right for you. Benefits of service include:

Education award upon successful completion of service
Healthcare assistance
Living allowance
Non-competitive eligibility (federal jobs)
Relocation allowance (if applicable)
Student loan forbearance

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FBI Special Agent Info/Q&A Session (Hosted by FBI San Francisco)
2022-12-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Online
During this event we will only be highlighting the Special Agent position. You will have the opportunity to gain more of a perspective on the application process, the training new agents receive at Quantico and working as a Special Agent in the field from a current FBI Agent and Staff. Please note the following: 1) You must be a US Citizen to apply for the Special Agent position. 2) You must be between 23-36 years old and have completed a Bachelor’s Degree or higher. 3) Please come prepared with 1-2 questions for the presenters. 4) Check out FBIjobs.gov for more information on the Special Agent application process.

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ScribeAmerica Virtual Information Session
2022-12-16 14:00 - 14:30 | Online
Want to gain healthcare experience? Are you… A pre-med student (or interested in the healthcare field) Interested in shadowing a doctor Looking to join an awesome team, earn crazy-competitive wages, and gain unmatched healthcare experience? Any or all of the above? Join us to learn why scribing is a life-changing experience. You’ll be on the “front line” of the medical field, completely immersed in the healthcare ecosystem. You’ll work elbow-to-elbow with physicians or nurses each day. Most importantly, you’ll make a difference in people’s lives and be a part of the future of healthcare.

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Summer Funding Information Session
2023-01-31 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-02 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-02-09 17:00 - 18:00
Learn the details about summer funding opportunities at Wheaton, We will discuss:
Eligibility
Applications
Where to find information
Deadlines
and more

The Importance of DEI in the Workplace & Creating an Enriching Experience
2023-02-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
AlphaSights gives investment and business leaders dynamic access to industry professionals and their unique perspectives in real time, so they can make decisions that redefine industries and create a better tomorrow. We’re a global team with accelerated career progression, extensive professional development, and a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Join our webinar to learn from employees and recruiters about the importance of DEI in the Workplace. We will discuss DEI initiatives at our firm, our people & culture including opportunities to get involved with our employee resource groups and more!

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Putting English to Work
2023-02-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Meneely – 307, Norton, MA, 02766
Hosted by the English Department and Career Services, this workshop is designed to help English majors with planning and preparing for their future careers.

Employer Visit: Gosnold
2023-03-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Balfour-Hood – Atrium, Norton, 02766, United States
Seniors, are you looking for postgraduate opportunities? Gosnold will be visiting Wheaton to share some of their full-time offerings.
When: Friday, March 3rd
Where: Balfour Hood Cafe (Atrium)
Time: 11:00AM -3:00PM

Graduate School Visit: Stonehill College Inclusive Education Teacher Residency Program
2023-03-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Balfour-Hood – Atrium, Norton, 02766, United States
Stonehill College will table in Balfour Hood to provide information about their Master’s in Inclusive Education Teacher Residency program.

More information about the program may be found HERE.

Careers in Design
2023-03-08 18:00 - 19:00
Want to learn more about a career in the design field? Interested in networking with communication, design, and marketing professionals? Join Career Services and the recently launched Design program on March 8th at 6:00 pm for Careers in Design, a virtual panel featuring alumni who are currently working at WEX Inc., DocuSign, Chewy.com, Sundin Marketing, Talcott Financial Group, and Rhode Island College.

Join us via Zoom: https://wheatoncollege-edu.zoom.us/j/6251992935.

Please reach out Audrey to Audrey Spina for any questions:
spina_audrey@wheatoncollege.edu

Graduate School Visit: Vermont Law & Graduate School
2023-03-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Balfour-Hood – Atrium, Norton, 02766, United States
Vermont Law & Graduate School will visit us at Balfour Hood to share information about their environmental law program.

More information about their program can be found HERE.

Employer Visit - Alpha Analytical
2023-03-23 11:00 - 15:00 | Balfour-Hood – Atrium, Norton, 02766, United States
Come visit Alpha Analytical in Balfour Hood on Thursday, March 23rd, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM and learn about the career opportunities they are providing.

You can learn about their Summer 2023 internship program and their full-time opportunities!

Hope to see you there!

Salary Negotiations with Robbin Beauchamp
2023-03-24 12:30 - 14:00 | Watson Fine Arts – Ellison Lecture Hall, Norton, MA, 02766
Planning on getting serious about job and internship applications over spring break? Then you might find yourself negotiating an offer from an employer—about salary, benefits, time off, remote work, and more—sooner rather than later. If the idea of negotiating an offer with an employer sounds intimidating or uncomfortable to you, you’re not alone. But don’t despair! Negotiation is a skill that improves with practice and preparation, and it pays* to start thinking about it early. Join us and guest speaker Ms. Robbin Beauchamp, Director of the Center for Cooperative Education & Career Development at Wentworth Institute of Technology, for a conversation on negotiating a competitive salary, understanding benefits and time off, and ensuring you get the best of both.

Grow Your Network - Launch Your Career
2023-03-30 15:30 - 16:30 | Mary Lyon Hall – May Room, Norton, MA, 02766
Join Eric Schwarz (Co-Founder & CEO, College for Social Innovation) and Dolita Cathcart (Chief Program Officer, College for Social Innovation), intergenerational social impact leaders, to learn how you can grow your network and build 21st-century skills to help you hit the ground running when you enter the workforce. The workshop will include stories and data in an interactive format to get you thinking about your upcoming career transitions, particularly if you are interested in careers of purpose.
You’ll also learn about Semester in the City, a study away opportunity that grants Wheaton students a full semester of credit for completing a mentored internship at one of 164+ social mission businesses across greater Boston!
RSVP on Handshake

*HubSpot [2022]

Budgeting 101 with Brielle Bryant-Erales at The Healthy Wallet
2023-04-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Ellison Lecture Hall, Norton, MA, 02766
Budgeting is an important life skill for life as a student and for your life beyond Wheaton. Join us and Brielle Bryant-Erales, a financial coach at The Healthy Wallet, who will guide you to create healthy budgeting habits and avoid financial pitfalls, creating a path to financial freedom.

The Hiring Process with Elisabeth Waltz, MA, PHR '04
2023-04-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Filene Center, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Navigating the hiring process is a learning journey. Join Wheaton alum, Elisabeth Waltz, as she helps you understand the hiring process from a HR perspective. With experience in human resources and workplace psychology, Waltz will discuss how to translate your skills during the process, such as in an interview, what to expect, and best practices.

Apartment Searching 101 with Audrey Spina '17, Assistant Director, Career Services
2023-04-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Filene Center, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Whether you have secured a job or internship for the summer (and beyond), join Assistant Director, Audrey Spina ’17, who will review strategies for finding housing for your next step. We will review an introduction to budgeting your income, familiarizing you with your future pay-stub, and making you aware of the apartment rental process.
Please email spina_audrey@wheatoncollege.edu for any questions.

Drug Development Professional Development Workshop
2023-04-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Filene Center, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
This week, join Career Services for the second to last professional development workshop in our professional development series, Wheaton to the World:

Join Career Services and alum, Haley Knight ’17, program manager at Affinia Therapeutics for the spring 2023 Career Lab: Program Management and Drug Development on Wednesday, April 26, 4:00-5:00pm in the Filene Center. Learn about the role of program management at a company focused on using innovations in gene therapy to lead the fight against devastating rare and prevalent diseases. Haley will focus on

her experience managing drug development timelines
simulate an interactive challenge for you to work in groups to determine a solution
discuss the importance of managing conflict in a leadership role in drug development.

Please reach out to Audrey Spina: spina_audrey@wheatoncollege.edu for any questions.

House of Possibilities Visit
2023-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Balfour-Hood – Atrium, Norton, 02766, United States
ABOUT HOPe
Established in 2003, House of Possibilities (HOPe) provides disability services to over 300 children and adults annually from over 60 communities across Massachusetts. We are committed to providing children and adults with disabilities and their families with a life-changing path to greater independence. Hope is based out of a home-like facility in Easton, MA on the Stonehill College campus, and has an embedded site at Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) Economic Opportunity Center located at 75 Federal Street in Boston. HOPe and JVS have partnered to provide a cutting-edge Career & Community Access Program to young adults transitioning out of high school and on a pathway to employment
HOPe is looking to hire a Member Support Professional and a Coaching and College Navigation Manager. They are also accepting volunteers if you are looking for a summer volunteer opportunity!
When: Thursday, April 27th
Time: 9:00AM -11:00AM
Where: Balfour Hood

Apartment Searching 101 with Audrey Spina
2023-05-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Filene Center, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Whether you have secured a job or internship for the summer (and beyond), join Assistant Director, Audrey Spina ’17, who will review strategies for finding housing for your next step. We will review an introduction to budgeting your income, familiarize you with your future pay-stub, and make you aware of the apartment rental process.

AmeriCorps Vista Table
2023-05-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Balfour-Hood – Hood Cafe Landing, Norton, 02766, United States
The AmeriCorps VISTA program is a year-long program in service of alleviating poverty by helping local organizations expand their capacity to make change. The AmeriCorps VISTA clinic is currently seeking new individuals to take on several VISTA positions. These opportunities are perfect for graduating seniors.

Technology, Analytics & Innovation Virtual Career Fair
2023-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Online
The Technology, Analytics, and Innovation Virtual Career provides you direct access to leading companies, organizations, and startups actively looking to fill internship and full-time opportunities. All students, in all majors, class years, and with all types of career goals from Brandeis University, Suffolk University, and Wheaton College are invited to attend and connect with a wide range of employers.
Whether you’re a computer science major, a data enthusiast, or someone passionate about cutting-edge technologies, this is your career event. Connect with employers and alumni about internships, full-time positions, or simply to explore different career paths.
Why should you attend?

Even when you apply online, the personal employer connections you make during fairs like this one help set you above other applicants.
Gain exclusive insights about companies, roles, the hiring process (application timelines and submission deadlines) and what makes a strong candidate.
Discover new job and internship openings and ask any questions about roles you’re interested in applying for.
Make meaningful connections with recruiters and alumni in the field.
Practice! Employers know that this is an event for you to learn, so don’t worry about perfection!

After you register:

Set your schedule with your employers of interest ahead of the fair. Options include group sessions (30-minute group meetings with organizations) and 1:1 sessions (10-minute meetings one-on-one with you and the employer). Review this quick video to learn how to register for sessions.
Update your Handshake profile and review these preparation materials and tips.

Student registration for this fair opens on October 18th at 1pm ET, spots will fill up fast, so be sure to mark your calendar and be prepared to register!
Register today
This event is sponsored by Brandeis University, Suffolk University, and Wheaton College.

Unlocking Your Path to a Rewarding Career in Higher Education
2023-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Mary Lyon Hall – Holman Room, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Join us for a thought-provoking and inspiring panel discussion on “Unlocking Your Path to a Rewarding Career in Higher Education,” which is taking place on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 2pm – 3pm. This event will be held in the Holman Room in Mary Lyon Hall. This event is open to all undergraduates who are eager to explore their career options and gain valuable insights into the world of higher education.
As you navigate your undergraduate years, we understand that you may have many questions about your future career path. The panel discussion aims to shed light on the diverse career opportunities within the field of student affairs and higher education. Our panelists, with a wealth of experience , will share their personal journeys, insights, and expertise to help you make informed decisions about your future.

Panelists:

Ashley Noyes – Assistant Dean of Students
Audrey Spina ’17 – Assistant Director of Career Services
Mikayla Barnes – Graduate Assistant, Residential Life

We encourage you to attend this event to gain valuable insights, ask questions, and connect with professionals who share your passion for education and student development. Whether you’re considering a career in academia, student services, counseling, or administration, this panel discussion is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to make informed decisions.
