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Due to inclement weather, our Explore Careers in Finance with Vanguard event, originally scheduled for February 11th, has been POSTPONED. ❄️ 

We’re working with Vanguard to finalize a new date so you can still get valuable insights into finance and tech careers.

We appreciate your patience and will update you as soon as the new details are confirmed. Keep an eye on your inbox and our Slack for the latest updates!

Have any questions? Feel free to reach out. Stay tuned, and we’ll see you soon! 🚀

⏭️ Upcoming Events

🥂Black In Computer Science Mixer

Join us for the Black in Computer Science Mixer, an evening dedicated to fostering connections, building community, and celebrating Black excellence in tech! This event is packed with opportunities to engage, learn, and have fun. Get to know faculty during the meet-and-greet, expand your network through engaging sessions, and break the ice with fun activities designed to spark new friendships.

Take part in an exciting scavenger hunt for a chance to win prizes and explore opportunities at the club fair. With delicious snacks, fun-filled games, and a welcoming atmosphere, this is the perfect chance to connect with peers, mentors, and leaders in the field.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, make new friends, or have fun, this event is for you! Delicious snacks and amazing prizes await.

🗒️ Opportunities Corner

💼 CAMEO CareerFest

The CAMEO Engineering CareerFest is your chance to connect with top employers seeking talented students for internships and full-time roles. Register on Handshake to view the list of employers attending CareerFest and stay updated as new ones are added! Sign up to volunteer at CareerFest as a great way to connect with employers.

Don’t forget to boost your visibility with top employers by submitting your resume to the NSBE Resume Book or the SHPE Resume Book!

Early Name Tag Pick-up @ Squires Info Booth on the 17th & 18th of February 2025.

🤖 AI4ALL Ignite

AI4ALL Ignite is a comprehensive, no-cost virtual accelerator that prepares undergraduate students from historically excluded backgrounds for successful careers in AI and machine learning. Through a combination of mentorship, hands-on projects, and career readiness training, this program is designed to equip you with the skills and connections you need to thrive in the AI industry. 

🏢 Jane Street Focus

This May, Jane Street is hosting its annual FOCUS program at its New York office, for Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors. Over the course of two days, attendees will participate in classes, discussions, and activities that are structured to provide a broad overview of the work our trading, software development, and strategy & product teams do. With countless opportunities to connect with other attendees and employees from across the firm, FOCUS provides an in-depth look at what it’s like to work at Jane Street.

Deadline to apply: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 at 11:59 PM EDT

🧑‍🚀 The Astronaut Scholarship Opportunity

The Astronaut Scholarship, founded in 1984 by the Mercury 7 astronauts, is open to exceptional rising juniors and seniors pursuing STEM degrees and offers an award of up to $15,000 per school year!

Beyond the monetary value, the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF) connects current scholars and alumni with mentorship and networking opportunities that go far beyond your average scholarship. Many Astronaut Scholars secure internships and jobs in their fields thanks to ASF connections. Some even pursue grad school or start their own businesses! 🚀

If you have questions or need more info, reach out to Christina McIntyre, ASF university liaison, at [email protected].

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Stay connected with all things ColorStackVT! This semester, we have a lot of amazing events in stock for our community. Our Slack is the place to catch real-time updates on these events, share resources, and ask questions. Click below to join our Slack.

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