Thinking About a Career in Health Care?

Acceptance into a professional program – whether medicine, veterinary science, dentistry or allied health – requires more than just a strong academic performance in select science courses. A prehealth advisor can work with you to design a plan blending your career aspirations, undergraduate pursuits, and personal strengths so that you can succeed as a well-rounded candidate. We encourage you to inform yourself of the opportunities and demands of the healthcare field by reviewing this website and utilizing the resources and personalized advising available in the Preprofessional Advising Center.

 

 

Here are some upcoming events:

Exploring Health Careers

Mon, Mar 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Wasserman, Pres. Room A

A panel representing a wide-range of health careers will share their perspective on the industry, their experience in the workplace, and their advice for students entering the health profession. The panelist then will break into round tables to further discuss their career paths and share advice with students. This event is co-sponsored with the Preprofessional Advising Center, the Office of Opportunity Programs, and the Wasserman Center for Career Development. 

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Writing the Personal Statement: A Workshop for Prehealth Students

Wed, Apr 1, 2:00pm - 3:30pm |  7 E 12th St, Room LL23

Wed, Apr 29, 5:00pm - 6:30pm | 19 University Place, Room 102

Meet with experts from the Expository Writing Program and the Preprofessional Advising Center to learn how to craft a winning personal statement for health professional school. The workshop will cover advice on how to perfect your writing, as well as tips on choosing the best topics for health professional school statements and framing them to make your application shine. This event is co-sponsored with the Preprofessional Advising Center, the Writing Center, and the  American Medical Student Association (AMSA)

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Osteopathic (DO) Admissions Director’s Panel

Wed, Apr 8, 6:00pm - 7:30pm | Wasserman, Pres. Room A

Join us as a panel of admissions directors from osteopathic medical schools highlight the features of their programs and answer questions from the audience. This is your chance to hear from medical school representatives about what they look for in applicants and what you can do to make your pre-med portfolio and application as strong as possible. Schools represented: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (Rowan SOM; formerly UMDNJ), Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (Touro COM; Harlem, NY), Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYCOM). This event is co-sponsored with the Preprofessional Advising Center and the Wasserman Center for Career Development. 

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Choosing the Schools that are Right for You

Wed, Apr 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Silver 206

Do you know you want to attend medical or dental school, but are unsure of which universities are a good match for you? Join us for a discussion that will help you choose the health professional schools that fit your interests and profile. We’ll discuss strategies for narrowing your list and the important factors that should go into your selection process. This event is sponsored by the Preprofessional Advising Center. 

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Visit the Pre-Health Calendar for more information and events!

Professional Skills Series for International Students

Five part seminar series presented by NYU Wasserman and NYU Office of Global Services

Location: Wasserman Presentation Room A

133 East 13^th Street, 2^nd Floor

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U.S. Resume Writing

Monday, February 23^rd

12:30pm – 1:30 pm

“Did you know U.S. resumes should not have your picture attached to it?  Learn the specifics of preparing your resume for the U.S. job search, and how to best highlight your qualifications.”

Lunch provided.  RSVP here!

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Crash Course in Cover Letters

Tuesday, February 24^th

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

“Why are cover letter important and how can you write them?  Learn how to write effective cover letter that will help get you noticed by employers.  This seminar will address tips and tricks for how to tailor and structure cover letters.”

Lunch provided.  RSVP here!

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Getting the Job: Job Search Techniques That Work

Wednesday, February 25^th

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

“This seminar is designed to help international students learn about the power of networking and developing more professional contacts in their field.”

Lunch provided.  RSVP here!

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How to Stand Out in the U.S. Job Market

Thursday, February 26^th

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

“This seminar will focus on strategies to successfully navigate American business culture.  The presentation will highlight ways to present your international student experiences as a strength and asset to prospective employers.”

Lunch provided.  RSVP here!

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Interviewing for U.S. Positions

Friday, February 27^th

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

“This seminar is designed for international students to become familiar with the U.S. interview process.  Commonly posed questions and effective responses will be discussed.”

Lunch provided.  RSVP here!

Don't Miss Today's Coffee Hour!

Silver Center, Room 907

3:30 - 4:30 pm

TODAY!

The Office of Global Services and Wasserman will team up to discuss career development, employment, and work authorization.

NYU Global Engagement Symposium

"The inaugural NYU Global Engagement Symposium will be held in the Kimmel Center for University Life. In an interconnected global network that sees internationally focused student achievement at NYU span six continents and many of the world's most dynamic cities, the symposium is a nexus for a diverse body of undergraduate student presenters to come together and share their accomplishments in global engagement. Participants will gain valuable experience fostering global conversations in a formal conference setting, as well as demonstrate the many ways NYU's global network can be utilized to achieve goals in independent research and personal development." 

 

Support CAS student presenters!

Brian Nelson (CAS) & Ahmed Alif (Steinhardt) - 11:40am - 12:05pm - Rm 804

Using Survey Methods to Analyze Behaviors and Thoughts of Undocumented Immigrants and their Financial Activities: A Quantitative Psychological Proposal

Bryan and fellow student Ahmed Alif examined the psychological states of undocumented immigrants in the New York metropolitan area and how these mental states correlate to tax contributions. 

Maegan Vazquez (CAS) 12:05pm - 12:30pm - Rm 804

Globalizing Campus Media: How a News Seminar and a Government Shutdown Fostered a Worldwide Writing Initiative

Hear about the opportunities available at NYU Washington, DC, and Maegan’s creation of a foreign correspondents program for NYUlocal.com, for which she is currently the national editor. 

Emma Pliskin (CAS) 12:30pm - 12:55pm - Rm 804

International Influence on Ghana's Healthcare: Implications of the Millennium Development Goals 

Explore the paradoxes Emma discovered during her time at NYU Accra that arise while attempting to apply the UN’s Millennium Development Goals to the Ghanaian healthcare system. 

Friday, November 21st

Kimmel, 8th Floor

Event Website

Full Schedule

 

 

Clear Conversation

Wasserman Events to Keep an Eye On!

"Getting started on the right foot in your career can make all the difference. The Wasserman Center is here to help make those first steps as easy as possible. There may be a lot to accomplish - let us help you take it one step at a time."

 Mentoring for Sustainability Fair

Tuesday, November 4th

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Kimmel Center

 Students interested in sustainability careers are invited to hear from a panel of professionals discussing how they promote sustainability across different sectors. Network with experts in the field and participate in roundtable discussions. Explore opportunities in sustainability and receive valuable career advice and guidance.   

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What's Next: Entrepreneurship Panel 

Wednesday, November 5th

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Leslie eLab

Entrepreneurs with various experience and careers will share tips for making an impact on and off campus through innovation. Hear their stories during this career panel event, and gain helpful tips for your career exploration.

Sponsored by the Wasserman Center for Career Development, the NYU Entrepreneurial Institute, and The Polytechnic School of Engineering's Entrepreneurship & Innovation Association   

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Ongoing Opportunities

 Career Coaching

Finding a job or internship can feel overwhelming at times. The Wasserman Center is here to give you the tools to find the opportunities that are right for you.  

Did you know: There are major-specific Career Coaches available?! 

Click on the link above for more information and to make an appointment! 

 

On-Campus Recruitment

On-Campus Recruitment (OCR) is one of the many ways for NYU juniors and seniors discover job and internship opportunities. Through OCR, employers come to the  Wasserman Center to interview students. In addition to participating in OCR, we recommend that you also attend our seminars, apply for positions via NYU CareerNet, attend career fairs, and meet with a career coach to help identify opportunities that are right for you.  

First steps: Attend an OCR Orientation and Acing the Interview session 

Sign up on CareerNet today! 

 

OGS and Wasserman @ Coffee Hour

CAS International Student Coffee Hour

Thursday, September 25th

3:30pm, Silver 907

Join us tomorrow for our weekly get together!

This week’s Coffee Hour will feature colleagues from the Office of Global Services (OGS) and the Wasserman Center for Career Development who will discuss preparing for the job search, working legally in the United States, and career development opportunities that exist at NYU. This will be a very informative and helpful session, and we encourage students of all years to join us. It’s never too early to begin thinking ahead!