UChicago Energy & Environment Lab is Hiring!
Position: Project Associate – Energy & Environment Lab (Full-Time, Benefits Eligible)-Entry-Level
The University of Chicago Urban Labs partners with government and non-governmental organizations to identify and rigorously evaluate the policies and programs with the greatest potential to improve human lives at scale. Urban Labs’ evidence-based approach gives policymakers and practitioners the knowledge they need to effectively achieve the greatest social good per dollar spent. The University of Chicago Energy & Environment Lab (E&E Lab) partners with agencies at the federal, state and local level to identify, rigorously evaluate, and help scale programs and policies that reduce pollution and improve environmental outcomes, while ensuring access to reliable and affordable energy. The E&E Lab applies rigorous evaluation and modeling methods, including natural and field experiments, randomized controlled trials, behavioral economics, and machine learning, to help policymakers identify and generate evidence on innovative approaches and policy solutions to their most pressing environmental and energy challenges.
The position offers the opportunity to work directly with leading policy researchers and faculty at the University of Chicago and other universities, and policymakers in state and local environmental agencies.
Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series Begins — Join Us Monday, Nov. 14 @7PM
We are pleased to announce the launch of the new Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series with an inaugural event scheduled for Monday, November 14 at 7:00p in the Robert A. Jones ’59 Conference Room, Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs. Register here to attend via Zoom webinar.
Two Middlebury alums from Wellington Management Company LLP will return to campus for a moderated in-person discussion about Applying Sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Factors in the Capital Markets:
- Sandhya Subramanian Douglas ’93 P’25, Partner, Senior Managing Director, Director of Strategic Analysis and Implementation
- Soyibou Sylla ’20, Investment Science Associate
Wellington was one of the first firms to integrate climate science with asset management by appointing a climate scientist from Woods Hole Research Center in 2018. Sandhya and Soyibou will share their firsthand experiences with this initiative and some perspectives on their own professional journeys in sustainability since graduating from Middlebury.
The conversation will be moderated by Amanda Frank ‘23.5 and Samuel Sullivan ’23.
Visit go/sustainabilityalums for more details about the Global Sustainability Alums Speaker Series and the inaugural event.
Cosponsored by Franklin Environmental Center at Hillcrest, Rohatyn Center for Global Affairs, Climate Action Capacity Project, and Center for Careers and Internships.
The Next MIDDVantage: Careers in Data Analytics Episode Interviews Max Borrmann ’20, Data Visualization Associate atPlanet
Check out our latest MiddVantage: Careers in Data Analytics episode with Max Borrmann ’20, Data Visualization Associate at Planet.
Interviewed by Charlotte Gray ‘21, Max discusses Data Visualization Mapping the Planet.
After graduating from Middlebury with a B.A. in Environmental Studies and Geography, Max joined Planet, applying his GIS skills, and mapping the planet. As a member of the marketing team, he creates visualizations of the planet Earth to support private and public sector clients, as well as NGOs. While at Middlebury, he worked in the Sustainability Solutions lab, designing sustainability-themed graphics and animations in Adobe Illustrator for display on building energy dashboard and to be included in a multimedia video series explaining the details of Middlebury’s energy system to a general audience.
The MiddVantage series is a collaboration between #MiddCCI and Middlebury in DC.
Are You Motivated with a Passion for Service? Peace Corps
DON’T MISS THREE BIG EVENT OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SERVING ABROAD WITH PEACE CORPS WHILE THEY ARE ON CAMPUS – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9!!
From leading health campaigns to boosting local entrepreneurship to teaching digital literacy, Peace Corps offers a range of opportunities for making a difference.
1:1 CHATS: “Does Peace Corps Have a Place in My Future?”
Students will meet individually with a local Peace Corps representative to learn more about overseas opportunities with the Peace Corps, including their programs, the application process, and how to become a competitive candidate for volunteer service. If you’re considering Peace Corps service as the “next big thing” after graduation and have specific questions or concerns, sign up for a 1:1 session with Senior Recruiter and North Macedonian RPCV Bill Bridgeford.
These 20-minute chats will take place between 10:00 am and Noon on November 9 on the first floor of Davis Library. After you apply, you will immediately be able to choose a time slot.
INFORMATION SESSION: Visit with Senior Peace Corps Recruiter Bill Bridgeford
Join Middlebury Senior Recruiter, Bill Bridgeford, for an Information Session this Wednesday, evening, November 9th from 5:00-6:00 PM in Twilight Hall Room 201.
TABLING: Stop by the Davis Library Vestibule and Talk to Peace Corps Recruiter
Bill Bridgeford will be at the Davis Library entrance at a table eager to answer any questions you have about hands-on, grassroots-driven, global service volunteering from Noon to 3:00 PM.
New Study Away Program @MIIS: Monterey Language Education Semester
Below is information about a new study away program offered Fall 2023 at our graduate school, the Middlebury Institute of International Studies in beautiful Monterey, CA. The program is designed to focus on language education (English or other world languages). They’re accepting applications now!
The program is the newly designed Monterey Language Education Semester (MLES), a collaboration between faculty at Middlebury College and the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS). This study away program gives you the opportunity to explore core concepts and practices in language teaching at MIIS with a focus on social engagement. Coursework, which takes place during the fall semester, includes:
- Language Analysis OR Introduction to Sociolinguistics (3 credits)
- Introduction to Intercultural Competence (2 credits)
- Principles & Practices of Language Teaching I (4 credits)
- Service-Learning in the Monterey Bay Region (2 credits)
- Language Teaching for Social Justice (2 credits)
- Electives (2-4 credits)
This program is ideal for those who are interested in teaching language in the US or abroad, seeking out Fulbright teaching assistantships, or participating in the Peace Corps. Furthermore, the program can shorten time to completion of a full MA TESOL or TFL at MIIS should you choose to return for a master’s degree.
You can learn more about the MLES by visiting this webpage: https://www.middlebury.edu/office/study-abroad/programs-locations/california/middlebury-language-education-semester.
Jason Martel, Associate Professor, Program Chair, and Career & Academic Advisor, TESOL/TFL at Middlebury Institute of International Studies is happy to meet with you at any point to discuss this opportunity; feel free to email him at jmartel@middlebury.edu. If you’re interested in continuing on to complete an MA TESOL or MA TFL at MIIS after the MLES, he highly recommends that you reach out to strategize which courses you should take at the College to smooth the transition.
Meet alumni at Beyond Wall Street: A Field Guide for Economics Students November 10-11 – This event is open to ALL students, not just Econ majors
While all of these alumni have majored in economics, they are working in a wide-range of professional fields that will be of interest to many of you. They will join us both virtually and in-person to discuss how their major has impacted their career paths.
If you have wondered, “What can I do with my liberal arts major or degree?” Then this is the event for you!
The Beyond Wall Street: A Field Guide for Economics Students features an alumni panel and one-on-one chats, providing outstanding opportunities for you to connect with alumni, faculty, and your peers.
The Schedule of Events:
Thursday, November 10
Alumni Panel:
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Dana Auditorium
Click here to RSVP!
Friday, November 11
One-on-One chats with alumni:
- Denizhan Duran ’11, Economist at the World Bank
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Denizhan (available 9:00-11:20 am) - Yared Gurmu ’04, Mathematical Statistician at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Yared (available 9:00-11:00 am) - Jennifer Porter ’01, Senior Special Counsel at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Sign up for a one-on-one chat with Jennifer (available 9:00 am-12:00 pm) - John Schirm ‘05.5, Senior Director, Executive Compensation at Google
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with John (available 10:30 am-12:00 pm) - Christine Schozer Farr ’13, Coordinating Producer at NBC News
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Christine (available 9:00-10:00 am) - Katharine Wolf ’02, Founder & CEO at Odetta.AI
Sign up for a virtual one-on-one chat with Kat (available 10:00 am – 12:00 pm)
US State Department summer internship applications
The U.S. Department of State is currently accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Summer 2023 Paid Student Internship Program.
Please visit the Intern section of our careers website for more information, and to learn about the selection process and which office may be right for you.
Visit USAJOBS to view the announcement and apply. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is November 7, 2022.
U.S. citizenship is required. If you have any questions or would like to search for topics of interest, please visit our FAQs at careers.state.gov. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.
Virtual preview days to learn about graduate programs at MIIS
The Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS), a graduate school of Middlebury College, offers hands on, immersive, and flexible graduate degrees in international policy, international education and linguistics, that aim to educate students to advance understanding, promote peace, and drive change in pursuit of a more just world.
We are offering a week filled with expert led discussions and program specific break out questions to connect and engage with students globally. We hope to see you in the zoom room! Sign up at the link below:
Virtual Preview Days | Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
Monday, November 7
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Save the Planet (Expert Discussion)
Tuesday, November 8
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST The Robots Are Coming: How A.I. Will Change the Language Service Industry…and Why We’ll Still Need Humans (Expert Discussion)
Wednesday, November 9
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST Interculturality: The Integral Link between Cultural Competence and Social Justice (Expert Discussion)
Prepare to work as part of a multicultural and multilingual team on a project with global reach. Engage with renowned International Education professional David Wick to explore incorporating interculturality into program design.
Thursday, November 10
Noon–1:00 p.m. PST Diverting Hate: A Solution to Prevent Online Radicalization (Expert Discussion)
4:00–5:00 p.m. PST Navigating the Admissions Process and Scholarships
- Join the admissions team to learn how to maximize your odds of being admitted and for guidance on financing your education. This session will be particularly informative for students who have not yet submitted an application.
Friday, November 11
Program Sessions
Join faculty, enrollment advisors, and career advisors from each of our programs to explore the curriculum, career outcomes, and more.
- 9:00–9:45 a.m. PST Online Translation and Localization Management
- 10:00–10:45 a.m. PST Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies
- 11:00–11:45 a.m. PST International Environmental Policy
- 1:00–1:45 p.m. PST International Education Management
- 2:00–2:45 p.m. PST International Policy and Development, MPA, and International Trade
- 3:00–3:45 p.m. PST TESOL and Teaching Foreign Language
- 4:00–5:00 p.m. PST Translation, Interpretation, and Localization Management
November is National Career Development Month
Do you know what professional development resources you can engage with this month (well…any time, but especially this month)?
Drop in with our Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) to plan what’s next!
- Explore your career options – go/CareerToolkit
- Create/Update your resume and cover letter – go/ResumeGuide
- Discover different majors and careers – go/MajorGuides
- Prepare for interviews – go/Interviews
- Build your network – go/BuildYourNetwork
- Learn job and internship search strategies with our Peer Career Advisors – go/PCAs
You can schedule an appointment with one of our advisors online through Handshake, or drop in during our PCA Quick Questions (no appointment needed!)
>>Steps One and Two to develop your career<<
STEP ONE: Spend time reflecting on your personality and skills and identify how you’d like to grow. Then focus on that goal.
The first step toward career development is figuring out what you’re working with and working toward. Spending time reflecting on your personality, skills, interests, and values can not only help you think about what your future might hold but also help you figure out how to get the most out of your time at Middlebury.
It is important to make informed choices based on who you are, what you value, and what you can offer to the world. Take some time to consider where you want to go in your career. What is your next step?
Once you’ve clarified your goals, figure out what skills you’ll need to develop or strengthen, what types of experience you need to gain, and what connections will be helpful to cultivate before you make your next move. Keep these skills in mind as you come up with a plan to develop your career. And stay focused.
STEP TWO: Career exploration is a process. You do not need to have all the answers, but we do ask you to embrace exploration, risk taking, and discovery. We invite you to schedule a meeting with a career advisor to discuss options.
The second step is to remind yourself that career exploration is a process. While some students know what they want to do after graduation, the majority of Middlebury students spend time and get lots of help along the way as they consider and discover their career options.
The CCI welcomes you in this journey of exploration and invites you to schedule an appointment in Handshake for an exploratory conversation with one of our career advisors. You can also begin the exploration process with our Career Exploration Guide (link below).
FAO Schwarz Fellowship Info Session
Tuesday, November 1st 2022 (Virtual Event)
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm