Presented By: University Career Center
ProQuest Technology Immersion (In partnership with the School of Information)
GET TO KNOW PROQUEST
ProQuest connects people with vetted, reliable information. As a leading technology provider, ProQuest drives better outcomes for researchers and greater efficiency for the libraries andorganizations that serve them. The company’s cloud-based solutions are a gateway to the world’s knowledge and enable researchers, students, and librarians to discover, access, share, create, and manage information.
AGENDA FOR THE DAY:
- See the space: students will go on a tour ofthe work areas, conference rooms, and break areas (including ping pong)
- Meet the people: learn what the roles are like in software engineeringand technical support through job shadowing an employee and engaging in apanel discussion with various members of the recruiting team and the VP of Engineering!
- Do the job: students will be asked to solve a problem with a code with the help of ProQuest team members to learn what their roles are like
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This is a great opportunity for any students interested in computer science/technology- however, all are welcomedto attend! ProQuest offers internships in Software Engineering, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and more. They also offer Finance, Customer Service, and Software Engineering roles for recent graduates.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
- This Immersion will teach you how ProQuest makes information accessible to researchers and students, and how they can use these tools while in school (and beyond!)
- ProQuest is a global company, that is growing, offers a casual work environment (blue jeans every day and ping pong tables), and has tons of opportunity for growth (last year they promoted over 100 people!)
HOW TO APPLY-
This application will close on March 24th - please click 'join event' to fill out your application.However, apply early! We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and if there is a large interest in the event and we receive a large number of applications early on, the application may close early.
By applying for this Immersion, you are confirming your ability to attend thisevent should you be selected. Students will be notified if they have beenselected or have been placed on the waitlist at least one week before theevent.
Students must be able to attend the full day program at ProQuest to participate. University Career Center staff will be along with you on the Immersion to guide you through the day, and more details will be provided to the selected participants. This event is free for students and transportation is provided. Students are advised to bring a copy of their updated resume to the event.
If you are no longer able to attend this Immersion, one must complete the Immersion cancellation form at least two days before the event: https://docs.google.com/a/umich.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlcVyAiqtmm6wJZcPgcu9s0IVIuJ5QUVeDv96PnEDJC9OloA/viewform If you do notformally cancel within two days of the event, you will receive a late cancellation penalty. For more information on Immersion policies, please visit: https://careercenter.umich.edu/article/handshake-policy-statement
ProQuest connects people with vetted, reliable information. As a leading technology provider, ProQuest drives better outcomes for researchers and greater efficiency for the libraries andorganizations that serve them. The company’s cloud-based solutions are a gateway to the world’s knowledge and enable researchers, students, and librarians to discover, access, share, create, and manage information.
AGENDA FOR THE DAY:
- See the space: students will go on a tour ofthe work areas, conference rooms, and break areas (including ping pong)
- Meet the people: learn what the roles are like in software engineeringand technical support through job shadowing an employee and engaging in apanel discussion with various members of the recruiting team and the VP of Engineering!
- Do the job: students will be asked to solve a problem with a code with the help of ProQuest team members to learn what their roles are like
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This is a great opportunity for any students interested in computer science/technology- however, all are welcomedto attend! ProQuest offers internships in Software Engineering, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, and more. They also offer Finance, Customer Service, and Software Engineering roles for recent graduates.
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
- This Immersion will teach you how ProQuest makes information accessible to researchers and students, and how they can use these tools while in school (and beyond!)
- ProQuest is a global company, that is growing, offers a casual work environment (blue jeans every day and ping pong tables), and has tons of opportunity for growth (last year they promoted over 100 people!)
HOW TO APPLY-
This application will close on March 24th - please click 'join event' to fill out your application.However, apply early! We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and if there is a large interest in the event and we receive a large number of applications early on, the application may close early.
By applying for this Immersion, you are confirming your ability to attend thisevent should you be selected. Students will be notified if they have beenselected or have been placed on the waitlist at least one week before theevent.
Students must be able to attend the full day program at ProQuest to participate. University Career Center staff will be along with you on the Immersion to guide you through the day, and more details will be provided to the selected participants. This event is free for students and transportation is provided. Students are advised to bring a copy of their updated resume to the event.
If you are no longer able to attend this Immersion, one must complete the Immersion cancellation form at least two days before the event: https://docs.google.com/a/umich.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlcVyAiqtmm6wJZcPgcu9s0IVIuJ5QUVeDv96PnEDJC9OloA/viewform If you do notformally cancel within two days of the event, you will receive a late cancellation penalty. For more information on Immersion policies, please visit: https://careercenter.umich.edu/article/handshake-policy-statement
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