Graduate Student Career Series
The Graduate Student Career Series is an initiative of the Career Services Council to provide all graduate students with access to career learning programs and workshops from industry specific to general career development topics. Through this collaborative effort, graduate students in all schools across GW will have access to workshops that may have once been unavailable.
Fall 2024
Employer Briefing (On-Site): Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
10/30/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 1275 First Street NE
Join us for a site visit at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, nonpartisan research and policy institute that advances federal and state policies. We will hear about their focus areas including health, poverty, housing, climate change, poverty & inequality, economy and federal/state budgets.
In addition to hearing about the mission, work and organizational culture, attendees will learn about their jobs, internships and fellowships.
Employer Briefing: CNA Corporation (National Security Research Org)
11/12/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Hear from senior recruiters about their work, organizational culture and professional opportunities.
CNA is a nonprofit research and analysis organization dedicated to the safety and security of the nation. It operates the Center for Naval Analyses — the only Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) serving the Department of the Navy — as well as the Institute for Public Research.
Employer Briefing (On-Site): Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
11/13/2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hear from Lawrence President at OPM, about how to handle the federal interview You will gain tips on how to navigate the process and stand out! There will be time Q&A.
Fall 2024 Virtual Government & Non-Profit Career Fair
11/22/2024 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Fall 2024 Virtual Government & Non-Profit Career Fair is an exciting collaborative event between George Washington University, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Delaware to educate students from all majors and academic backgrounds about non-profit and government organization career paths within their field of study.
Past Events:
Fall 2024
Presidential Management Fellowship: Overview and Alumni Panel
9/5/2024 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
The informational webinar will provide a general overview of the PMF Program and cover details about the 2024 application cycle! AGENDA:
4:30-5:00 PM: PMF and Pathways Overview, including review of the application process
5:00-6:00 PM: GW PMF alumni panel who will share about their experience with the application process, placement and PMF in general.
Fall 2024 GW Career Exploration Expo
9/11/2024 & 9/12/2024 12:00PM - 4:00PM
The GW Career Exploration Expo is a student-led initiative, engaging both undergraduate and graduate students to explore possible career opportunities. In partnership with the Center for Career Services, this event will provide attendees with the chance to find potential jobs or internships and is a great way to network with employers.
The Expo will be held over two days. September 11 will be open to employers from all industries and September 12 will have a STEM employer focus. Please note that different employers will participate in each day of the fair. Ensure that you note which employers are participating each day.
National Nuclear Security Administration: Graduate Fellowship in National Security
9/19/2024 8:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Hear from their University Relationship Manager about this fellowship:
NGFP is administered by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and sponsored by the NNSA to provide students with training and practical experience that achieve the NNSA mission.
Our year-long, salaried fellowships offer: real-world experience in national security and nonproliferation; leadership development, professional networking, and specialized training; and extensive interaction and collaboration with leading national security technology and policy experts.
Employer Briefing: Alvarez & Marsal (Public Sector Consulting)
9/25/2024 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Hear from Alvarez & Marsal, a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services, and Public Sector Services. They are recruiting for their Public Sector Summer 2025 Associates (Graduate Intern; $45-55/hr).
Employer Briefing: ClearPath (Clean Energy Nonprofit)
9/26/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Hear from Dana Faught, Director, Conservative Climate Leadership Program, about this mission, organizational culture and employment opportunities.
Mission: ClearPath’s mission is to accelerate American innovation to reduce global energy emissions. To advance that mission, we develop cutting-edge policy solutions on clean energy and industrial innovation. An entrepreneurial, strategic nonprofit, ClearPath (501(c)(3)) collaborates with public and private sector stakeholders on innovations in nuclear energy, carbon capture, hydropower, natural gas, geothermal, energy storage, and heavy industry to enable private-sector deployment of critical technologies.
Navigating USAJobs: Presented by OPM (Hosted by TSPPPA)
9/30/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Hear directly from Lauren Foreman, Program Analyst at OPM, about how to best navigating USAJobs. She will provide critical insights into making the process easier and answer questions.
Employer Briefing: Community Change (National Organizing Nonprofit)
10/7/2024 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Hear from Latice Jones, Senior Project Manager, People and Culture, at Community Change about their mission, organizational culture and employment opportunities. Also joining will be Trachtenberg School alum, Libby Chamberlain, Senior Policy and Advocacy Advisor, State and Local Policy.
Community Change, and its sister organization Community Change Action, work to build the power and capacity of low-income people, especially low-income people of color, to change the policies and institutions that impact their lives.
Federal Resume Writing: Presented by OPM (Hosted by TSPPPA)
10/17/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Preparing a résumé for federal jobs is unlike creating one for jobs in the private and nonprofit sectors. To do so requires an understanding of the nuances of federal hiring. Hear from DeShan Mingo, Senior HR Specialist at OPM, to learn strategies on developing and writing a résumé when you apply for federal jobs. By the end of this session, you will know the importance of the résumé in applying for federal Jobs and why preparing a thorough résumé is the single best step you can take towards obtaining federal government employment; gain critical tips and guidelines for improving your résumé; and learn how to use the USAJOBS Résumé Builder to create a new résumé.
There will be time for Q&A.
Spring 2024
Employer Briefing: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (hosted by TSPPPA)
5/23/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a nonpartisan research and policy institute that advances federal and state policies to help build a nation where everyone — regardless of income, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, ZIP code, immigration status, or disability status — has the resources they need to thrive and share in the nation’s prosperity.
Hear from Thalia Tirado, Recruitment Manager, about their mission, organizational culture and employment opportunities. This session is timed to align with the application period for fall paid internships.
Employer Briefing: Congressional Budget Office - CBO (hosted by TSPPPA)
4/23/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Join Annita Gulati, Human Resources Generalist, at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to hear about their mission, organizational culture and employment opportunities (jobs/internships).
They are actively recruiting for a Policy Analysts (Scorekeeping and Projections), Editor (entry level), and internships.
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Employer Briefing: FEMA
4/10/2024 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Hear from Sharon Willams, HR Specialist, FEMA, about this mission, organizational culture and employment opportunities. She wants this program to be as interactive as possible so please come with your questions.
US Federal Jobs Series: Alumni in Federal Jobs Panel (OPM)
4/4/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This Spring 2024, the Graduate Student Services office will be offering its annual series of workshops focused on U.S. Federal Jobs. The series will be led by staff from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management as well as our in-house and experienced Career Coaches, Meg Wurm, Joshua Lissauer, and Felix Caraballo.
National Nuclear Security Administration Graduate Fellowship (hosted by TSPPPA)
4/1/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program (NGFP) identifies and develops the next generation of exceptional national security leaders to achieve the NNSA mission: Strengthening our nation through nuclear security. 65 Positions Nationwide for one-year, full-time, salaried ($43K-$70K) positions. $4K hiring incentive. Professional development, training and benefits. Session will be facilitated by University Relationship Manager Warren Cordes.
Leadership Connect Training (hosted by TSPPPA)
3/26/2024 8:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Learn from their Client Success Manager how to use this searchable service to identify and connect with alumni and key decision makers across all sectors. GW pays for this tool which is accessible in the resource section of Handshake.
Leadership Connect Training (hosted by TSPPPA)
3/25/2024 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Learn from their Client Success Manager how to use this searchable service to identify and connect with alumni and key decision makers across all sectors. GW pays for this tool which is accessible in the resource section of Handshake.
Spring 2024 GW Virtual Public Health Career Fair
3/22/2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Virtual Public Health Career Fair is an opportunity for students to meet with recruiters from organizations in public health and health services.
US Federal Jobs Series: Federal Resumes
3/7/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This Spring 2024, the Graduate Student Services office will be offering its annual series of workshops focused on U.S. Federal Jobs. The series will be led by staff from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management as well as our in-house and experienced Career Coaches, Meg Wurm, Joshua Lissauer, and Felix Caraballo.
Employer Briefing: Pallas Foundation
3/5/2024 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Pallas Foundation is proud to have created the Pallas Fellowship Program to support the education and professional development of emerging leaders from traditionally underrepresented groups in national security. Fellows participate in a paid program where they assist in the day-to-day operations of the firm, provide tailored research, and develop products for clients, all while being immersed in and engaging with the national security and policymaking communities in Washington, DC.
Throughout the program, Fellows have many opportunities to interact with senior officials and officers across the Department of Defense, State Department, National Security Council, Intelligence Community, and other government agencies and offices. They also gain exposure to the broader national security ecosystem and its impact by working with leading technology companies, venture capital firms, and non-profit institutions. Additionally, the Fellows take part in a series of leadership development curriculum throughout the program.
Employer Briefing: Tetra Tech
2/27/2024 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Hear from Beth McGovern, Staffing Manager, (TSPPPA Alum) and her colleagues about their work, organizational culture and employment opportunities.
Tetra Tech supports global commercial and government clients focused on water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and international development. They have jobs all around the globe (including hybrid and remote) in environmental services, project and program management, engineering and science.
Spring 2024 In-Person GW Career Exploration Expo
2/16/2024 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The GW Career Exploration Expo is a student-led initiative, engaging both undergraduate and graduate students to explore possible career opportunities. In partnership with the Center for Career Services, this event will provide attendees with the chance to find potential jobs or internships and is a great way to network with employers.
Intelligence Community Career Panel & Networking Reception
2/15/2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The event will consist of an employer/recruiter Q & A panel designed to expose students to career options in the field of intelligence. Panelists will share: (1) insights about the organizational missions; (2) required skills, (3) a snapshot of their responsibilities and daily routines; and, (4) hiring requirements. A networking reception for students and panelists will follow the panel discussion. PLEASE NOTE: Employers invited to this event are US Government entities and require US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident status for employment. This event will have a technical focus, though students outside of STEM majors are welcome.
Employer Briefing: Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General
2/15/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The Department of Justice's Office of Inspector General is interested in connecting with graduate students for many of their offices including Evaluation & Inspections Division, Audit Division and Management and Planning Division. Attendees will hear from multiple senior level DOJ staff members, learn more about their work and high need for qualified applicants for positions within all of these OIG divisions.
Call to Serve Careers: Civic, Public Service, & Social Impact Speed Networking Event
2/7/2024 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Co-Sponsors: Honey W. Nashman Center for Civic Engagement and Public Service & The GW Center for Career Services
Are you interested in, and committed to, an internship or a career in civic engagement, public service, that provides a positive social impact on the lives of others? If so, then come meet the recruiters who want to meet you. Find out about exciting internships and full-time positions with social impact. Bonus: Attend to win a prize!
At this event, you will engage with 6-8 employers during 10-15 minute rotational conversations or speed networking. What you will learn from each employer: the company mission; career paths; and hiring process. Students who complicate the full rotation and meet with every recruiter will win a prize! So be sure you attend this fun and informative event!
Employer Briefing: Congressional Research Service/LOC: Graduate Recruit Program
2/5/2024 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
The 2024 Graduate Recruit Program offers librarian and research analyst opportunities across a variety of issue areas, including public finance, foreign affairs, research librarian, science and technology and legislative information management.
Employer Briefing: USAID Science for Development Fellowship
2/2/2024 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has established the Science for Development Fellowships program (SDF), as a new two-year immersive professional development opportunity for American scientists and engineers to apply their technical knowledge and research skills to inform and enhance the U.S. government’s international development activities. The program aims to augment and diversify USAID’s science and technology (S&T) expertise and workforce. It welcomes postdoctoral (or master’s in engineering) applicants across a broad range of STEMM disciplines (science, technology, engineering, math, medicine), including social sciences.
USAID is the world’s premier international development agency and a catalytic actor driving development results. USAID leads international development and humanitarian efforts to save lives, reduce poverty, strengthen democratic governance and help people progress beyond assistance.
US Federal Jobs Series: Navigating USA JOBS
2/1/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This Spring 2024, the Graduate Student Services office will be offering its annual series of workshops focused on U.S. Federal Jobs. The series will be led by staff from the U.S. Office of Personnel Management as well as our in-house and experienced Career Coaches, Meg Wurm, Joshua Lissauer, and Felix Caraballo.
Employer Info Session: Encompass World
1/31/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
EnCompass is a women-owned business offering innovative, customized solutions for leadership, capacity strengthening, technical assistance, and monitoring and evaluation. We have experience in more than 70 countries and a team of more than 1,300 staff and consultants around the globe.
Encompass partners with government and multilateral agencies, nonprofit organizations, and corporations around the world, offering thought leadership, diversity, and technical expertise in education, gender and inclusive development, global health, human rights, and food security.
Join our virtual information session to learn more about the organization and its employment opportunities!
Employer Briefing: American Enterprise Institute (AEI), In-Person
1/19/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM | 1789 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Join human resources and staff from American Enterprise Institute (AEI) to learn about their work, organizational culture and employment opportunities (Jobs/Internships).
The American Enterprise Institute is a public policy think tank dedicated to defending human dignity, expanding human potential, and building a freer and safer world. The work of our scholars and staff advances ideas rooted in our belief in democracy, free enterprise, American strength and global leadership, solidarity with those at the periphery of our society, and a pluralistic, entrepreneurial culture. Policy areas include Economics; Foreign and Defense Policy; Health Care; Politics and Public Opinion; Poverty Studies; Education; Society and Culture; and Technology and Innovation.
Employer Briefing: Aspen Institute, In-Person
1/11/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | 2300 N Street NW
Join human resources and staff, including GW alumni from different areas of Aspen Institute to learn about their work, organizational culture and employment opportunities (Jobs/Internships).
The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Founded in 1949, the Institute drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most important challenges facing the United States and the world.