International Careers | Peace Corps Information Sessions
International Careers: Practical Advice and Real-Life Experience
Intrigued by an international career? Ready for life with at least one foot across sovereign borders? Are you a new job seeker or transitioning to a new career? This popular series provides an opportunity to meet international insiders who offer practical advice and share their real-life experiences.
Panels are offered in collaboration with the Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP).
February-March
Full panel list to be announced.
International Careers in the Private Sector
Thursday, February 7, 6:30–7:45 p.m.Moderated by Steve Godeke, Principal, Godeke Consulting.
International Careers with NGOs and Civil Society Organizations
Monday, February 11, 6:30–7:45 p.m.Moderated by Brad Heckman, Chief Executive Officer, NY Peace Institute.
International Careers with the United Nations and Multilateral Organizations
Tuesday, February 19, 6:30–7:45 p.m.Moderated by Robert Skinner, Associate Director, United Nations Foundation.
International Careers with the U.S. Government
Tuesday, March 12, 6:30–7:45 p.m.Moderated by Judith Siegel, Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of International Information Programs, U.S. Department of State.
Peace Corps volunteers provide technical assistance to nonprofits, NGOs, local governments, communities, schools, health posts, and small businesses in more than 70 countries around the world in the fields of business, health, education, agriculture, urban youth development, forestry, NGO development, social work, community development, and the environment. Positions are available for U.S. citizens with a wide variety of backgrounds.
Wednesday, March 6, 4-5 p.m.
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