Job Openings at Honeywell

Honeywell International has two job openings, and will be conducting an information session on April 26th, as well as interviews on April 27th.  For information on all careers at Honeywell (or to apply), including the two positions listed below, please visit their website: www.Honeywell.com/careers


Position: UOP Career Development Program
Description:

Basic/Preferred Qualifications: BS in Chemical Engineering attained by summer of 2011.

·    Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time and permanent basis (does not include practical training), without sponsorship.

·    Ability and willingness to travel extensively and for long periods of time

·    Ability and willingness to travel to both domestic and international location

Description:

Your career at UOP will begin as an engineer in the Career Development Program (CDP) at UOP’s headquarters in Des Plaines, Illinois (a suburb of Chicago).  Two initial career paths are available to CDP engineers and include Process Controls or Process Technology.  The CDP is a 24 month intensive training program where you will be prepared to transfer into Field Operating Services.  Depending on the career path you will gain experience in one or more of UOP’s key technologies through rotational assignments in Process Development, Process Controls Engineering, Design Engineering, Pilot Plant operation, Technology Services, or other challenging assignments. 

After the completion of the CDP training you will transfer into Field Operating Services where, for 3-5 years, you will travel full time to locations around the world supporting UOP customers in operating refining and petrochemicals facilities.  Engineers completing the CDP and Field Operating Services programs go on to a variety of UOP positions in Technology Service, Research and Development, Engineering, Sales, and project management.

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Position: UOP Technical Training Program (TTP)

Basic/Preferred Qualifications: BS in Chemical Engineering attained by summer of 2011.

Your career at UOP will begin as an engineer in the Technical Training Program (TTP) at UOP’s headquarters in Des Plaines, Illinois (a suburb of Chicago).  The TTP is a 24 month intensive training program where you will be exposed to multiple UOP technologies and functional groups to prepare you for a permanent office based assignments.  Training assignments in the TTP can include Pilot Plant operation, Engineering Design, Technical Services, Process Design, Project Sales, Manufacturing, and other challenging assignments.  After the completion of the TTP you will choose from a variety of permanent positions related to your training assignments.

Upcoming SWE Events

SWE ALUMNI BRUNCH (2 POINTS)
Saturday, April, 16th, 10:45-1 pm, (Ballroom 200, Illini Union)
Come join other SWE members and meet Alumni for our Alumni Brunch. Come talk to Alumni in a very easy and carefree environment. Don't forget this is a great way to network to Alumni within your work field and don't forget there will be FREE FOOD!

RSVP by 04/12 at  https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dGYxeEpEVHM1VEhSWmIyLVBwM3M5SVE6MQ 

Contact, Samantha Victor at victor3@illinois.edu or Amna Mahmud at mahmud1@illinois.edu with any questions.

"WHY GRAD SCHOOL" LUNCHEON ( 1 point)
Wednesday, April 13th, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, (Room?, Engineering Hall)
Thinking about your options after graduation? What about grad school? A panel of graduate students will discuss topics like the benefits of grad school, life as a grad student, application process, funding, research, etc. Free lunch will be provided! Please RSVP here by Monday, 4/12.

Contact, Sofie at leon7@illinois.edu for more information

PROFESSIONAL LIAISON COMMITTEE MEETING (0.5 POINTS)
Wednesday, April, 6th, 1:00 pm to 2:00pm, (Engineering Hall 110A) 
Come out and help plan the Alumni Banquet this April! We will be discussing ideas on what to ask alumni on the panel discussion which will be followed by a yummy buffet. Additionally we will be discussing ideas on how to make this event fun and interactive for all members. Snacks will be provided for all attending members.

Questions? Contact Amna at mahmud1@illinois.edu

SWE GRADUATING SENIORS
May 2012
Are you graduating in May 2012? Congratulations! Please fill the form below and join our alumni listserv: https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDZqbG5QVTA0YW56WUpDa3VtX3RnbGc6MQ 

Questions? Contact Amna at mahmud1@illinois.edu

GRADUATING SWESTER'S DINNER (2 POINTS)
Wednesday, May 5th, 6:30 pm to 8:00pm, (Rosatis Pizza) 
Congratulations SWE seniors! Join us at Rosatis to meet with the Professional Section and learn about how you can get involved with the professional SWE.

RSVP by 05/01 at : 

https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dFRPR3ZwRUluWmFHa0RZWk04QjJoRHc6MQ

Questions? Contact Amna at mahmud1@illinois.edu

EWB UIUC will be holding the Great Lakes Workshop Conference here at the University of Illinois next Fall 2011. This event will be roughly in October or November depending on what date EWB USA chooses. In order to organize this conference, EWB will need a lot of committed and ambitious people like yourself! Following are some of the positions that I'm looking for people to take leadership roles in for organizing this conference:

1.     Webmaster:   Design Website; Update Website; Publicity

2.     Corporate Director:    Prepare Sponsorship Letter; Find corporate sponsors; work with EWB Corporate Chair; Advertise within CU community; Facebook page; Invite local professional chapters e.g. ASCE, USGBC Students

3.     Director of Logistic:     Accommodation; Parking; Transportation; Directions

4.     Marketing - Internal:    Advertise within College of Engineering

5.     Events Director:    Organize Entertainment Events

6.     Career Fair Director:    Run the Career Fair

7.     Volunteer Coordinator Director   

If you yourself will be willing to take on this leadership role or be part of a committee, please email Amna back at ewb.uiuc.vpexternal@gmail.com by 04/07 (5:00 pm)

Environmental Engineer Position Available, Deadline: April 5, 2011

Job Vacancy: Environmental Engineer

The position is located in the Air & Radiation Division, Air Toxics and Assessment Branch, Toxics and Global Atmosphere Section in Chicago, IL.

EPA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify Diane Fox (513) 569-7061, prior to the closing date. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis. The position has promotion potential to the GS-7 and is covered by bargaining unit.

Opens: 04-01-11, Closes: 04-05-11 at 11:59PM Eastern time.

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Students must be currently enrolled and accepted for enrollment in the Fall, seeking a degree and taking at least a half-time academic course load in an accredited 4 year college or university, graduate or professional school.

Inquiries or questions:
Diane Fox
(513) 569-7061.

Accenture Networking Forum, Friday April 15th, 2011

Accenture, a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, believes that attracting, retaining and promoting women is critical to success. As part of this commitment, Accenture is hosting a social media webcast event on Friday, April 15 for top female students in Canada and the United States. Apply to attend the Accenture Women's Networking Forum and learn from Accenture women as they discuss the importance of "Building Your Personal Brand."
To learn more about the Accenture Women's Networking Forum and to apply, please visit www.accenture.com/womensnetworking.

National and International Scholarships Program Meetings

The National and International Scholarships Program will be conducting informational meetings for students who are interested in obtaining scholarships for the pursuit of graduate studies or research at world-class institutions. Sessions will begin with an overview of the scholarships available (including Beinecke, Churchill, Fulbright, Gates Cambridge, George Mitchell, Goldwater, Luce Scholars, Marshall, Rhodes, and Truman). First and second year students should plan to attend one the first ten meetings regarding strengthening a student’s candidacy for these opportunities. Juniors and seniors are encouraged to attend one of the subsequent eight sessions that focus on crafting and compiling quality application materials. All sessions will be held in conference room 514 in the Campus Center for Advising and Academic Services at 807 South Wright Street.

The following meetings are targeted generally towards freshmen and sophomores (those graduating after September 2012).Tuesday, March 29 from 3:30-4:00, 4:00-4:30, 5:00-5:30, or 5:30-6:00
Wednesday, March 30 from 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30
Thursday, March 31 from 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30
Friday, April 1 from 3:30-4:00 or 4:00-4:30

These sessions are primarily for juniors and seniors (those graduating before August 2012).Tuesday, April 5 from 2:00-2:30, 2:30-3:00, 5:00-5:30, or 5:30-6:00
Wednesday, April 6 from 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30
Friday, April 8 from 1:30-2:00 or 2:00-2:30

For more information, contact the National and International Scholarships Program at topscholars@illinois.edu or visit the website at http://www.topscholars.illinois.edu/      

Deloitte Consulting Case Competition - Friday, April 8th, 2011

The 2011 Deloitte Consulting Case Competition is coming to UIUC on Friday, April 8th, 2011. The Technology and the Human Capital Practices at Deloitte Consulting are teaming up with IBC and OTCR to sponsor the competition. It is a great opportunity for students to gain valuable, real-world consulting experience as well as network with senior consulting practitioners. Teams should be comprised of four students; only students with sophomore or junior standing will be accepted. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top scoring teams. For more details about the competition and to register, please visit the following link:

Registration: https://survey.deloitte.com/wsb.dll/7316/CaseComp_UIUC_2011.htm

So come join us and explore the life of a consultant at Deloitte!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Illinois Integrity, Saturday, March 5 ,2011

What are your personal values?  Well now’s the perfect opportunity to learn at our last Integrity program this semester!

Integrity - Saturday, March 5, 2011
10:00am -5:00pm

Illini Union

At Illinois Integrity, you will learn skills that will help you:
• Understand your personal values and your leadership behaviors
• Determine how a group's goals effect team development and effectiveness
• Personally define your values such as honesty, fairness, concern for others, and achievement
This program is offered at no cost to Illinois students!
If you have already attended Insight, tell a friend! Let them know about your experience. This is the last Integrity of the 2010-2011 school year. Do not miss out!

Register today, as spots fill quickly!
https://www.illinoisleadership.uiuc.edu/getinvolved/insight.asp

Illinois Leadership Center
http://www.illinoisleadership.illinois.edu/
290 Illini Union, MC-384
1401 W. Green St.
Urbana, IL 61801 USA
leadership@illinois.edu
217-333-0604 (phone)
217-265-8464 (fax)