Submit Your Questions for Becky Robinson & Other Updates!

Happy Sunday!

We hope you all are having a great long weekend! As a reminder, we will NOT be having a meeting tomorrow, Monday, October 11th. Our next meeting will be on Monday, October 18th, at 7pm with Becky Robinson.

Becky Robinson is the Founder & CEO of BoldBody Active Apparel. She is an entrepreneur driven by helping others feel empowered - one pair of leggings at a time. Becky will be speaking to us about her journey, as well as holding a pop-up shop for our members afterwards! If you would like her to address specific questions during her presentation, please fill out the form here.

Apple Picking - Join us this Saturday, October 16th, for apple picking at Kielbasa Orchards! Have fun and meet new people while taking cute photos and picking delicious apples! Sign up using the Google Form attached here.

Reminders:

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting is this Thursday, October 14th, on Zoom! We will be having special guest, Alexandria Eisenhardt, come in to talk about personal branding. Anyone is welcome! Be on the look out for a Zoom link this week.

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check our our website here!

Additional Opportunities


DraftKings
DraftKings will be holding a lunch-time panel filled with women leaders who will share their experiences being a female working in the tech industry and provide advice on how to get your start in the industry. Come with questions and your lunch! The event will be held on Thursday, October 21st from 12:00 – 1:00pm. RSVP here.

U.S. General Services Administration
GSA is hiring for positions across the country. They will be hosting virtual information sessions this month for candidates to learn more about the various job opportunities. All interested students should send a copy of their resume to christine.dua@gsa.gov by October 27th.

Isenberg Real Estate Advisors
IREA will be hosting a Women's Development Program this Fall for freshmen and sophomores, where participants will be provided with the opportunity to join meetings and learn more about the real estate industry to help determine if a career in real estate is right for them. Learn more and apply here!

Women Entrepreneurship
WE is hosting an entrepreneurship program consisting of weekly meetings with key industry experts who have been greatly influential entrepreneurs. The program will take place from November 2nd - December 7th. Sign up here.

PepsiCo
PepsiCo is recruiting students for various full-time and internship positions! You can apply for any of these roles using the corresponding links: Supply Chain Associate (Full Time), Supply Chain Internship, Sales Designate (Full Time), and Sales Intern.

Days with Dasha Recap & More!

Happy Wednesday!

We hope you all enjoyed listening to our Co-President, Dasha Shterenberg, open up about her body positivity and mental health journey, leading to creating her own brand to help others like herself! As mentioned in the meeting, Dasha is open to communicating with anyone; DM her on instagram @Days.with.Dasha or email her at dshterenberg@umass.edu.

We will NOT be having a meeting next Monday, October 11th, because of Indigenous Peoples' Day. Enjoy the long weekend!

Apple Picking - Join us next Saturday, October 16th, for apple picking at Kielbasa Orchards! Have fun and meet new people while taking cute photos and picking delicious apples! Sign up using the Google Form attached here.

Reminders:

  • Community Service Committee - Our next meeting is TONIGHT, Wednesday, October 6th, at 7pm. Keep an eye out for an email with more information!

  • Fundraising Committee - Join us tomorrow, October 7th, at 7pm for our next meeting! Stay tuned for an email.

  • Headshot Fundraiser - If you took part in our headshot fundraiser, keep an eye out for an email coming this week with instructions on how to access your photos!

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check our our website here!

Watch Last Week's Meeting by Clicking Here:

Additional Opportunities
Santander EmpowHer
Santander is hosting a virtual information session hosted by their women's employee resource group, EmpowHer, allowing students time to network with employees after hearing about Santander overall, some perspectives from employees, and their Summer 2022 internship opportunities. To join the event this Thursday, October 7th, from 1 - 2pm, RSVP here.

Isenberg Real Estate Advisors
IREA will be hosting a Women's Development Program this Fall for freshmen and sophomores, where participants will be provided with the opportunity to join meetings and learn more about the real estate industry to help determine if a career in real estate is right for them. Learn more and apply here!

Women Entrepreneurship
WE is hosting an entrepreneurship program consisting of weekly meetings with key industry experts who have been greatly influential entrepreneurs. The program will take place from November 2nd - December 7th. Sign up here.

Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual is hosting a Student Diversity Symposium for students interested in learning about how diversity, equity, and inclusion play a role in recruiting. You can apply here.

UMass Alliance Against Ableism
The Alliance is hoping to identify individuals with as many perspectives as possible, who are willing to share their experiences of being disabled at UMass as a speaker on a panel discussion. If you are interested in being on the panel, please apply here.

PepsiCo
PepsiCo is recruiting students for various full-time and internship positions! You can apply for any of these roles using the corresponding links: Supply Chain Associate (Full Time), Supply Chain Internship, Sales Designate (Full Time), and Sales Intern.

Days with Dasha Tomorrow!

Happy Sunday!

Join us tomorrow, Monday, October 4th, at 7pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin Auditorium), for a meeting run by our Co-President, Dasha Shterenberg! She will be sharing with us her body positivity journey and how her mental health has played a role in working towards self-love. Dasha will also be talking about how to create your own brand! Check out @Days.with.Dasha before tomorrow's meeting!

We will be live streaming on Zoom for our virtual members to attend:

Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92299580036
Meeting ID: 922 9958 0036

Reminders:

  • Headshot Fundraiser - If you took part in our headshot fundraiser, keep an eye out for an email coming this week with instructions on how to access your photos!

  • Community Service Committee - Our next meeting is this Wednesday, October 6th, at 7pm. Keep an eye out for an email with more information!

  • Fundraising Committee - Join us this Thursday, October 7th, at 7pm for our next meeting! Stay tuned for an email.

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check our our website here!

Additional Opportunities

EY Women in Business Event
Join this Tuesday, October 5th, from 6 - 7:30pm via Zoom! The company will be hosting an EY New England Women in Professional Services virtual panel and networking event. Attendees will hear from panelists from various levels and service lines about being a woman in the workplace and how to break the glass ceiling. Click here to register!

Cornerstone Research
Cornerstone would like to invite interested students at UMass to apply for their Summer Analyst positions. The deadline is October 5th at 11:59pm. More information can be found here.

Women Entrepreneurship
WE is hosting an entrepreneurship program consisting of weekly meetings with key industry experts who have been greatly influential entrepreneurs. The program will take place from November 2nd - December 7th. Sign up here.

Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual is hosting a Student Diversity Symposium for students interested in learning about how diversity, equity, and inclusion play a role in recruiting. You can apply here.

UMass Alliance Against Ableism
The Alliance is hoping to identify individuals with as many perspectives as possible, who are willing to share their experiences of being disabled at UMass as a speaker on a panel discussion. If you are interested in being on the panel, please apply here.

PepsiCo
PepsiCo is recruiting students for various full-time and internship positions! You can apply for any of these roles using the corresponding links: Supply Chain Associate (Full Time), Supply Chain Internship, Sales Designate (Full Time), and Sales Intern.

Days with Dasha Next Meeting!

Happy Wednesday!

We hope you enjoyed working through your resumes with Kim Figueroa in preparation for Isenberg Career Day today! If you have any questions or would like to schedule a one-on-one with Kim, you can email her here.

Next Monday, October 4th, at 7pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin Auditorium), our Co-President, Dasha Shterenberg, will be hosting Days with Dasha! She will be diving into body positivity, mental health, and creating your own brand! Check out @Days.with.Dasha on Instagram before next week's meeting!

We will be live streaming on Zoom for our virtual members to attend:

Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92299580036
Meeting ID: 922 9958 0036

Headshot Fundraiser - Join us this Friday, October 1st from 5 - 6pm in the Isenberg Hub to get your professional headshots taken! Headshots are free for active members (dues paid) or $5 (pay with cash or Venmo).

Reminders:

  • Membership Dues - Dues are $5 for the year and will include access to special events (field trips and social events), first consideration if applying to E-Board, can put "Active Member of WiB" on resume, and access to WiB Membership Packet and WoI Workbook.

    • Venmo @IsenbergWiB with full name and UMass email OR

    • Pay cash and sign excel sheet at end of in-person meetings

  • Committee Signups - If you are interested in joining any of our committees, click here to sign up.

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting is tomorrow night at 7:15pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin)! Join us for an internship panel where all your questions regarding internships in marketing will be answered.

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check our our website here!

Watch Last Week's Meeting by Clicking Here

Peer Mentorship
We have received about 120 sign-ups which is a record for this program, so thank you to all who have joined! With that being said, we are still working hard on setting it up. If you signed up, you should expect an email within the next week or so with more information. In the meantime, we appreciate your patience!

As a heads up, this program resets each year. If you signed up for the program for the 2020-2021 school year, it will not carry over into this year (unless you also signed up for the 2021-2022 school year). Additional Opportunities
Entreprenista League
Entreprenista is currently looking for campus ambassadors who will have the chance to network with their founders, be featured on their social media websites, and gain resume experience in marketing and building a reputable brand. Apply here. The deadline to submit is TODAY, Wednesday, September 29th.

Beyond Your Degree: Careers in Finance
Beyond Your Degree is holding a conference containing panels, career preparation workshops, and student / alumni networking. It will take place October 1st, 2021 from 3:00 - 5:30pm. Register here.

Cornerstone Research
Cornerstone would like to invite interested students at UMass to apply for their Summer Analyst positions. The deadline is October 5th at 11:59pm. More information can be found here.

Women Entrepreneurship
WE is hosting an entrepreneurship program consisting of weekly meetings with key industry experts who have been greatly influential entrepreneurs. The program will take place from November 2nd - December 7th. Sign up here.

Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual is hosting a Student Diversity Symposium for students interested in learning about how diversity, equity, and inclusion play a role in recruiting. You can apply here.

UMass Alliance Against Ableism
The Alliance is hoping to identify individuals with as many perspectives as possible, who are willing to share their experiences of being disabled at UMass as a speaker on a panel discussion. If you are interested in being on the panel, please apply here.

Resume Workshop with Kim Figueroa Tomorrow!

Hi everyone!

Join us tomorrow, Monday, September 27th, at 7pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin Auditorium), for a resume workshop with Kim Figueroa from the Chase Career Center! She will be guiding us through how to spice up your resume so be sure to bring your computer or a hard copy!

We will be live streaming the workshop on Zoom for our virtual members to attend:

Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92299580036
Meeting ID: 922 9958 0036

This workshop will prepare you for the upcoming Isenberg Career Day so make sure to attend! Isenberg Career Day is this Wednesday, September 29th. Sign up on Handshake.

Reminders:

  • Membership Dues - Dues are $5 for the year and will include access to special events (field trips and social events), first consideration if applying to E-Board, can put "Active Member of WiB" on resume, and access to WiB Membership Packet and WoI Workbook.

    • Venmo @IsenbergWiB with full name and UMass email OR

    • Pay cash and sign excel sheet at end of in-person meetings

  • Committee Signups - If you are interested in joining any of our committees, click here to sign up.

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting will be this Thursday, 9/30! Sign up to get emails with more updates!

Peer Mentorship

We have received about 120 sign-ups which is a record for this program, so thank you to all who have joined! With that being said, we are still working hard on setting it up. If you signed up, you should expect an email within the next week or so with more information. In the meantime, we appreciate your patience!

As a heads up, this program resets each year. If you signed up for the program for the 2020-2021 school year, it will not carry over into this year (unless you also signed up for the 2021-2022 school year).

Additional Opportunities


Dell Customer Success x UMass WiB Event
Dell and WiB are teaming up to hold a virtual meeting consisting of an overview of the company, culture and recent grad opportunities, what roles are available / how to apply, and a Q&A / discussion panel. The meeting will take place on Zoom this Tuesday, September 28th from 7 - 8pm. Access the Zoom link here.

Women of Isenberg Community Council
WoI is a group of UMass Amherst students who are interested in being involved with the Women of Isenberg Conference planning process. If you want to be a part of the team, you can apply here. Applications are due TONIGHT, September 26th at 11:59pm.

Women of Isenberg x Entrepreneurship Club
Come to the Pitch Perfect event happening this Tuesday, September 28th from 5:30 - 7:30pm. You’ll work with a team of your peers to come up with a way to improve UMass Campus Life and present your one-minute pitch to a group of Entrepreneurship experts! Register here.

Ernst & Young
EY is holding a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion session on Tuesday, September 28th from 6:30 - 7:30pm. They will also be hosting a Women in Business event consisting of a panel and a networking activity on October 5th from 6pm - 7:30pm. Register here for both events.

Seaboard International Forest Products
SIFP is a premier commodity trading firm specializing in lumber and structural panels currently interviewing seniors! They will be at the Hub for drop-ins from 10am - 12pm and will host a break-out lunch session in room N135 from 1pm - 2pm on September 28th.

Entreprenista League
Entreprenista is currently looking for campus ambassadors who will have the chance to network with their founders, be featured on their social media websites, and gain resume experience in marketing and building a reputable brand. Apply here. The deadline to submit is Wednesday, September 29th.

Beyond Your Degree: Careers in Finance
Beyond Your Degree is holding a conference containing panels, career preparation workshops, and student / alumni networking. It will take place October 1st, 2021 from 3:00 - 5:30pm. Register here.