Join us for the Seattle Idealist.org Grad-School Fair on October 27

I am writing from Idealist to invite you to the Graduate-School Fair
we are hosting in Seattle in a couple of weeks. The fair will take
place on Wednesday, October 27, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at Seattle
University’s Campion Tower Residence Hall at 914 East Jefferson Street.

If you are thinking of going to Graduate School in the next year or
two, this is a great opportunity to meet with representatives from 80
local, national, and international programs focusing on Nonprofit
Management, Public Health, Public Policy, Social Work, Education,
International Affairs, and many other fields, and learn about their
admissions process and about how to make yourself a stronger candidate
for graduate school.

For more details - including a list of registered schools - and to
register (the fair is free, but we need to know how many people to
expect), please visit:

http://www.idealist.org/gradfairs

and select Seattle from the list of cities on the right-hand side of
the page.

NSA career opportunities info session - 10/26

The National Security Agency (NSA) is visiting campus on Tuesday, 10/26, and will offer a special in depth session on career opportunities with those students who are interested in careers in cybersecurity/information assurance. If you are interested in learning about this career field, please contact Barbara Endicott-Popovsky at endicott@uw.edu.

Study Abroad Fair--Wed, Oct 27, 10 a.m. -2 p.m., Mary Gates Hall Commons

Explore study abroad options from Cape Town to Cairo from Copenhagen to Canberra at the Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, October 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Mary Gates Hall Commons. More than 100 exhibitors and program alums will be present to speak with you about options for taking your UW education across borders. Staff from International Programs and Exchanges will also be available to answer any questions you may have about scholarships, travel resources, and finding the program that is the right match for you.

We are excited to welcome visitors from our exchange partner universities in Asia, Europe and Africa and hope that you will visit the fair to learn more about these unique and affordable study abroad opportunities. More than 20 UW academic departments will also be present to showcase their UW faculty-led programs.

Concurrent workshops will be held in Mary Gates Hall 258:

11 a.m. Study Abroad 101
Noon Study, Work and Scholarship Opportunities in Japan
1 p.m. Funding your Study Abroad

GSA Honors Admissions Reader position

https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/ENG/employees/default.cfm?szCategory=jobprofile&szOrderID=68615


UNDERGRADUATE HONORS ADMISSIONS REVIEW READERS

Req #: 68615
Department: UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAM
Job Location: Seattle Campus
Job Location Detail: 211 Mary Gates Hall
Posting Date: 10/08/2010
Closing Info: Closes On 10/22/2010
Salary: Tuition plus standard salary—-salary is commensurate with student standing.
Union Position: Yes
This classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit Union Information


The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The University Honors Program provides a special learning context for high-achieving students looking for a rigorous, enhanced educational experience. Bringing selected faculty into close contact with dedicated students in an atmosphere of small, challenging classes allows the Honors Program to combine the intimacy of a small, interdisciplinary liberal arts college with the strengths of an excellent public research university.

The University Honors Program is seeking graduate students for graduate student service appointments during Winter Quarter 2011. These positions offer a valuable hands-on opportunity to participate with higher education professionals in the review of undergraduate applications to the Honors Program for admittance Autumn Quarter 2011. Multiple positions available!

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Readers will assess freshman Honors Program applications, using a combination of personal and academic factors. Applications are assessed by two readers separately, and final admission decisions are made by Honors Program staff readers, based on holistic assessments.

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: December 16, 2010 – March 15, 2011. Candidate must be available for one three-hour weekday training sometime during December 16-17. Please note.

HOURS: Approximately 20 hours per week, half of which must be completed in the Honors Program office, during set Honors Admission reading sessions, sometime between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. weekdays (exact dates/time TBD). The other half may be flexible hours, to be completed remotely via an online reading system.

SALARY: Tuition plus standard salary commensurate with student standing. http://www.grad.washington.edu/fellow/salaryschedule.htm

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: October 22, 2010

NOTIFICATION/ACCEPTANCE DATES: We will notify those accepted for the positions by November 5, 2010.

Requirements:
Must be formally enrolled in a tuition-based program in the UW Graduate School for at least 10 credits during Winter Quarter 2011.

Students enrolled in graduate programs that are fee-based or self-sustaining are welcome to apply, but will not be eligible to receive tuition, and under no circumstance will tuition be provided.

Ability to read and evaluate applications, considering both academic and personal factors; learn quickly and apply complicated assessment guidelines; apply assessment principles without personal bias; read rapidly and accurately and work independently for hours at a time; be sensitive to diversity/multicultural issues and educational disadvantage. Must be able to read at least 100 applications per week.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Desired:
Previous participation or direct affiliation with the UW Honors Program or other undergraduate honors programs demonstrating a practical understanding of the program's mission and values.

Condition of Employment:
Apply through UWHires.

In addition to a resume, and in lieu of a traditional cover letter, applicants must submit a letter addressing the following questions in 450 words or less:

Question 1: Your assignment is to select a strong, engaged, and diverse class of freshmen for the University of Washington Honors Program. What is the meaning of “strong, engaged, and diverse?” What academic and personal factors would you choose to consider in reviewing applications and why?

Question 2: How will you objectively evaluate an applicant whose views conflict with yours? Is it ever appropriate to use judgment based on personal opinions in reviewing for admission to a public university? Regardless of your answer, whether yes or no, please give an example to illustrate your decision.

This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit:
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html
Please note that your application will not be reviewed and you will not be considered for this position until the cover letter assessment is complete.

A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification may be required prior to hire.

Application Process:
Part of the application process for this position includes completing a Cover Letter assessment and an on-line Employment Eligibility assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The assessment will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (tty) or dso@u.washington.edu.

Kaplan's Practice Test

FREE Practice GRE, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, and PCAT
Saturday, October 23rd
Seattle Kaplan Center

Take a FREE Practice GMAT online at www.kaptest.com/practice

On Saturday, October 23rd, Kaplan is holding a FREE opportunity for students to take a practice GRE, LSAT, MCAT, DAT, OAT, or PCAT. The event will be held at the Seattle Kaplan Center (4216 University Way NE). It is open to anyone who would like to take a practice test, even if you are not a current student.

Each test will last up to 3 hours and will be proctored like an actual exam. After the test, one of our amazing instructors will give a short workshop on test-taking strategies and answer questions.

This is a great opportunity for students to see how they might score on the real thing, and also to get an idea of the kinds of questions that will be on the real test. The tests will be scored and returned to the students that same day with computerized feedback about their individual performance on the test.

**To sign up for the event, you just need to log onto the University of Washington Practice Test website at http://www.myfreepracticetest.com**

Before the event, we will send you an e-mail confirming your registration and providing you with instructions for checking in on Saturday.

Again, this is a completely FREE event and a great opportunity for anyone interested in going to grad, law, med, dental, optometry, or pharmacy school in the next few years! Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

For those of you applying to business school and taking the GMAT, remember that Free Live Online practice GMAT tests are offered several times a week at www.kaptest.com/practice .

See you at the Practice Test on October 23^rd!

Puget Sound Energy Position for Recent Graduate

At Puget Sound Energy (PSE) we have a long tradition of service, and an exciting and innovative future ahead!

Consider PSE for the next step in your career.

Senior Engineer or Below (DOE) # 4221

Substation Engineering Controls Group

PSE is looking for a senior engineer who has prior experience in substation controls engineering applied to transmission, distribution, and generation systems within a combined electric/gas utility environment.

The Senior Engineer will be responsible to perform advanced engineering design and analyses to support construction, operation and maintenance activities associated with control systems for substations, SCADA, and automated T&D systems. Types of work will include preparation of controls design drawings (schematic and wiring diagrams), calculations for determining correct capacity of storage batteries, preparation of detailed cost estimates, material lists, plans for construction and renovation of substation facilities. The senior engineer will work closely with the System Protection engineering group and others on the project team in order to ensure accurate and timely work products. The senior engineer may be used to oversee the work of junior members of the group and support the continued development of PSE’s engineering workforce by sharing knowledge with others. This position allows you to exercise considerable latitude in determining the technical objectives of an assignment. Typical assignments are broad in scope, and may be composed of interrelated elements within and outside of the employees’ core area of expertise. This position will also be called upon to support emergency response operations when needed from the department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join PSE! PSE provides an environment where all employees are valued, respected and provided with the opportunity to achieve maximum performance. We offer a comprehensive pay package that includes competitive compensation, annual goals-based incentive bonuses, comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits, 401(K), a company paid retirement pension plan, a generous paid time off package, and an employee assistance and wellness program. Gain the energy to do great things through a career with Puget Sound Energy!

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. Demonstrated experience as a Senior Engineer (5 to 7+ years) with competence in the controls engineering discipline.
• Experience in preparation of control equipment specification, meter/relay one line diagrams, design review, analysis of electrical systems and operations.
• Ability to apply engineering economic principles and manage multiple assignments concurrently.
• Demonstrated effective communications, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with MS Office/basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through effective participation within department and project team environments.

Desired:

• State of Washington Professional Engineer’s License.
• Broad knowledge of industry standards/best practices, leading edge technological developments, and field engineering practices.
• A basic knowledge of electrical power system relay protection principles.

• Organization, documentation, prioritization, and project engineering skills.
• Experience in project cost estimating or scheduling

This position will be filled as an Engineer or Associate Engineer depending upon the qualifications of the selected applicant.

PSE offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. PSE is an Equal Opportunity employer.

We encourage persons of diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online at www.PSE.com/careers.

Co-op Jobs for EE Students

Students are encouraged to contact us with questions about these jobs, logging into their account, or job search strategies in general. Just send an email to engrcoop@uw.edu and we'll be glad to help!


Software Developer Co-op (Internship) | Clearwater Analytics
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GE Aviation - Systems Technical Co-op (Intern) | General Electric
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Engineering Drawing Verification Co-op (Part-time) | Boeing Company
Everett,Washington

Co-op Electrical Engineering | Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Everett,Washington

Hardware Test Engineer Co-op | Cisco Systems, Inc.
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Software Test Co-op (Linux Systems Administrator) | Cisco Systems, Inc.
San Jose,California