Happy Sunday!!
We hope you are all having an amazing weekend! We loved seeing so many of you at our Golden Gala last night!
As a reminder, our next meeting is TOMORROW, Monday, April 14th, at 7pm in MORRILL 375. At this meeting, Abigail Cadorette will be joining us to talk about "From Campus to Corporate: Building Career and Confidence Beyond UMass!" Moderated by our lovely Co-DEI Director, Ainsley, Abigail will share her journey from UMass into the workforce. Throughout this meeting, she will share the lessons she learned, advice she has, and her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field. This will be a meeting you will not want to miss, as you will gain insight into building confidence and navigating post-grad life.
If you are unable to join us in person next week, please feel free to join us on Zoom!
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/96705375240
Meeting ID: 967 0537 5240
WiB Workshop: Public Speaking: Thank you to everyone who joined us this past Wednesday to hear from Isenberg Professor Eric Holmes! He was truly an amazing speaker, providing great tips and advice to be confident when speaking. If you are interested in connecting with him further, feel free to visit his office in Isenberg, room 354, or email him here. He also teaches several classes at Isenberg if you are interested: SCH-MGT 200 (Career and Professional Development), SCH-MGT 310 (Junior Year Writing), and SCH-MGT 202 (Public Speaking).
Committee Meetings:
Marketing Committee: The next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 30th at 7 pm, in Isenberg room N135, topic TBD. Sign up for the email list here.
Community Service Committee: The next meeting will be on THIS Wednesday, April 16th at 7 pm, in Isenberg room N135, discussing Dance Marathon prep. Sign up for the email list here.
Peer Mentorship: Thank you to everyone who came for mentor-mentee bingo! Stay tuned for the next event!
Content:
Podcast: New episode alert! Check out our new Out of Office episode: "S. 2 Ep. 10 - Authentic Career Advice for Your Journey w/ Lindsey & Julia (My Sisters).” In this episode, Megan is joined by her two amazing sisters, Lindsey and Julia. As sisters in varying industries, they delve into their unique career journeys within finance and marketing, offering practical advice for graduates starting their paths. They discuss key business trends, the value of internships, navigating different fields, and maintaining a work-life balance while making time to travel and recharge, providing valuable insights for anyone entering the workforce. This is a wonderful episode you won't want to miss! You can listen to it now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!
Blog: New blogs are coming soon! In the meantime, check out our amazing previous blogs here.
ComServ x Dance Marathon: If you have yet to do so, sign up to join our team for the 2025 UMass Dance Marathon!! ALL of the money raised for UMass Miracles is donated to the Baystate Children's Hospital in Springfield. This event will take place on Sunday, April 27th. All members who attend will receive one membership point for joining the team and two points for attending! Click here to join! (Remember to use code "WIB" to waive the $10 sign-up fee.)
We can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
As a reminder, all are welcome at our WiB meetings, regardless of your major- so make sure to bring your friends and anyone else interested in joining.
If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events, and opportunities. You can also add our calendar to your calendar at this link here to stay updated on all the events for the year!
UMass Opportunities
UMass Protect Our Breasts: If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful change and get professional experience, then joining Protect Our Breasts is the perfect opportunity for you. Our team is a nationally recognized breast cancer prevention nonprofit that was founded right here on campus at UMass. With our recent integration with Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, we're looking for passionate students to join our Executive Board or UMass Chapter. Preventing breast cancer starts today with the choices college students like us make daily. By joining POB, you'll help share scientific research as practical knowledge about avoiding chemicals of concern in everyday products. If you're interested in joining a community dedicated to a safer future while earning internship credit, you can fill out this form here. Your body will thank you for choosing POB over PVC.
UMass Supermileage: UMass Supermileage is currently recruiting Isenberg students to join their team to be marketing/public relations for the team! It is a great resume builder and an amazing way to get involved on campus. If interested, visit their website here or apply here.
UMPD Self Defense Program: This is an 8-week program offered a la carte style (it is asked that you sign up for at least 4 of the weeks) in order to accommodate your busy schedule. We cover a variety of techniques based on judo, boxing, jiu jitsu, and taekwondo that can be used to defend yourself against any aggressive actions. Try to bring a friend, as most of the work is done pairing up. If interested, it takes place on Wednesday nights from 5-6pm in the Lower Level Campus Center. Sign up here.
Habitat for Humanity: Habitat for Humanity is an amazing volunteer opportunity that helps build affordable housing for families and individuals in need. The UMass Chapter does a variety of events such as volunteering at local soup kitchens and non-profit organizations, fundraising, and more. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience and earn volunteer hours. If interested, click here to learn more and sign up for their email list!
Opportunities
Citi: Are you a first-year student interested in exploring a career in financial services? The Freshman Discovery Program at Citi is a virtual workshop series dedicated to helping students discover their unique career paths, gain technical knowledge, and kick off their early career planning. Applications are due Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 11:59 pm. If selected, this program will run from Tuesday, May 20th to Thursday, May 22nd. This is a great opportunity to attend virtual workshops, chat with senior leaders, and network with business professionals. If interested, learn more and apply here.
Liberty Mutual: This summer, Liberty Mutual is hosting its 5th Annual Unite Summit from July 13-15, 2025, at their headquarters in Boston, MA. This event is specifically tailored for freshmen and sophomores who are passionate about Actuarial Science, Analytics, or Finance. The summit includes interactive workshops, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and insights into various career paths. If interested, apply here or reach out here if you have any questions.
Access Distributed: Access Distributed is a non-profit organization that helps university students gain access to top careers in finance. The AD Fellowship Program is a year-long remote program alongside students' sophomore year, aimed to help fellows explore, break into, and succeed in a thriving career in finance. All activities are held online, with the exception of our weekend-long, in-person Bootcamp in January. The AD Fellowship Program includes education, interview prep, hands-on experience in finance, networking opportunities, mentorship, peer cohort support, and, most importantly, is completely free to fellows! For more information, they will be hosting a series of virtual information sessions:
Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs is excited to invite you to the firm’s 2025 Virtual Insight Series virtual program. The Goldman Sachs Insight Series is a four-week-long virtual undergraduate program. As a participant, you can personalize your digital curriculum or enjoy the recommended sessions for your grade levels. If interested, apply here. Applications are due by Monday, April 14th at 11:59.
JP Morgan: Interested in an internship for Summer 2026? Apply for JPMorgan's 2025 Commercial & Investment Bank Securities Services Leadership Program- Summer Analyst Program. This program is open to all current Sophomores, and a successful internship could lead to a full-time position after graduation. If interested, click here.
Citizens Bank: Interested in working in commercial or investment banking? Apply to work full-time or intern at Citizens Bank! Applications will close based on volume, so apply ASAP.