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Personal Academic Success Series (P.A.S.S.): Use Your Summer Wisely
SEEK Transfer Club: Team Building
On Campus Opportunities
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Public Service Scholar Program Guidelines
Careers and Internships in Social and Health Psychology
2nd Annual Mental Health & Emotional Wellness Festival
Career Expo!
Off Campus Opportunities
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Research Associate Internship – NYU/Bellevue
NYU-CUNY CRC SIP Internship Opportunity
Office of the Mayor Internship Program
Additional Internship & Full/Part Time Job Opportunities
 Social Media Marketing – Summer 2015 Intern
 Accounting Intern
 Part Time Assistant for a Physical Therapy Office
 College Assistant
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 Thursday, April 2, 2015
 Final day to submit Degree Audit Application Form (DAAF) for Spring 2015
 Friday, April 3 - 11, 2015
 SPRING RECESS!!
 Thursday, April 16, 2015
 Last day to drop with the grade of ‘W’ – NO REFUND OF TUITION – Spring 2015
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SEEK Announcements
Personal Academic Success Series (P.A.S.S.): Use Your Summer Wisely
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Place: Room 929 East Building
Come and explore the different options that will make your summer count! Learn about internships, volunteer and other
opportunities that will enrich your resume, while providing you with valuable experiences. Please RSVP.
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SEEK Transfer Club: Team Building
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Place: Room 929 East Building
Calling all SEEK Transfers!
Come and meet your peers in an event filled with fun activities and program updates. Please RSVP.
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On Campus Opportunities
Public Service Scholar Program Guidelines
Deadline: Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Application Process:
Submit the 2015 application form with short essays on your interest in public service. Complete applications must include
transcripts from ALL colleges you have attended and two (2) written recommendations, one from a Hunter College faculty
member and one other professional or academic reference.
A select group of applicants will be invited to interview with the director. Final selections will be made after the interview
process.
The program includes:
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A 20-hour per week placement in a public or non-profit agency or elected official’s office for the full academic year
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Two weekly seminars on public policy, advocacy and social and political matters relevant to New York City
12 credits in Urban Studies toward an undergraduate degree
A stipend
Eligibility:
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All Hunter College juniors and seniors, regardless of major
Be within 45 credits of graduation (a upper junior or lower senior) when you start the program
Be enrolled as a student for the full academic year of the program
Have an overall GPA of at least 3.0
Submit two recommendations, at least one from a Hunter College faculty member
Participants are selected based on their motivation, leadership potential, maturity level, academic performance, communication skills
and demonstrated interest in public service.
For more details CLICK HERE.
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Careers and Internships in Social and Health Psychology
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Time: 1:10 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Place: 714 West
This panel discussion will focus on the diverse clinical and research career opportunities in the fields of health and social
psychology and internship preparation needed for graduate programs and career entry. Panel presentations will be followed by
Q & A. The program is being sponsored by the Hunter College Department of Psychology and Career Development Services.
For more information, please contact Career Development Services at career@hunter.cuny.edu or call 212-772-4850.
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2nd Annual Mental Health & Emotional Wellness Festival
Date: Monday, March 9, 2015
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Place: 3rd Floor, West Building
Promoting Mental Health by Building a Connected Community!
Topics & Activities:
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Mental health awareness and promotion
Mindfulness and emotional health
Fostering an inclusive community at Hunter
Free and confidential health screenings
Learn how to help a friend
Participants:
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Hunter College Counseling & Wellness Services
Hetrick-Martin Institute
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Hunter Student Athletic Advisory Committee
Hunter Peer Mental Health Educators
For more information, please contact Claire Smaldon at Claire.Smaldon73@myhunter.cuny.edu or call 212-772-4909.
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Career Expo!
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Place: Sportsplex, B2 West West Building
Meet employers! Learn about full-time jobs, part-time jobs and internships. Bring plenty of résumés & dress professionally (no
jeans, sneakers, leggings)
Don’t miss out! This event is held only once per semester.
Register and view a list of participating employers by logging into your CareerHunter account – HERE.
For more information, please contact Career Development Services at career@hunter.cuny.edu or call 212-772-4850.
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Off Campus Opportunities
Research Associate Internship – NYU/Bellevue
Deadline: Wednesday, April 1, 2015
The Research Associate (RA) Internship is an innovative volunteer program for enthusiastic and inspired college and postbaccalaureate students. Created by the Bellevue Hospital Center Emergency Department, the RA Internship allows students an
opportunity to experience and observe many different aspects of clinical research. The program is comprised of clinical
research shifts based in the Emergency Department. It offers the committed student a unique experience, which is intended to
furnish a wealth of knowledge about the numerous options for a career in healthcare. This six month (minimum) unpaid
research internship will expose participants to a diverse spectrum of clinical and non-clinical based research investigations
being pursued at the Emergency Department at NYU/Bellevue. Students will be allocated with a specific grant or research
effort under mentorship of the PI/Co-PI or Project Manager to support long term research.
This experience will allow the student to develop basic research skills. The student will be provided with a basic research
course, be oriented to the Institutional Review Board and other Human Subjects courses, and be exposed to new and
innovative research to fulfill and help meet the respective project's deliverables.
RA Internship participants will work within the Emergency Department setting to support data collection, data entry,
organizing paperwork, and helping to create and maintain databases. RA's will also gain exposure to power point design and
presentation skills.
Start application HERE.
For more information, about deadlines and application guidelines click HERE.
For questions or concerns, you may contact Lauren O’Donnell at Bellevuepavers@nyumc.org.
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NYU-CUNY CRC SIP Internship Opportunity
NYU Prevention Research Center
The NYU School of Medicine - City University of New York School of Public Health Prevention Research Center (NYU-CUNY PRC)
is an innovative public-private partnership between the NYU School of Medicine Department of Population Health and the
CUNY School of Public Health (SPH) Epidemiology and Biostatistics Program. The goal of the Understanding the Barriers and
Facilitators to Colorectal Cancer Screening among South Asian Immigrants in NYC is to use mixed methods research to explore
barriers and facilitators to screening among South Asians, and the principles of social marketing to develop culturally tailored
messaging to promote screening.
We are looking for bright, motivated individuals to help us conduct community-based surveys and focus groups in diverse
South Asian communities in New York City.
Intern Responsibilities:
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Participate in intern/ volunteer training and complete 180 hours during the semester
Keep a timesheet and report to site supervisor
Attend outreach and screening events (including weekends and evening hours)
Recruit participants
Assist in the conduct of community based surveys and focus groups
Assist in qualitative data management
Assist in transcription of interviews
Assist in analysis of qualitative and quantitative data
Conduct translations of documents
Intern Qualifications:
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Excellent organizational, presentation, and writing skills
A background in public health or community-based participatory research
Commitment to working in underserved communities
Experience working with South Asian communities preferred but not necessary
Experience working on qualitative data collection and analysis preferred but not necessary
Bilingual in English and one of the following languages: Bengali, Hindi, Urdu or other dialects
Stipends are available.
To apply for an internship with the NYU-CUNY PRC, please submit the following items:
1. Completed application (available HERE).
2. Resume
3. Cover letter
Items can be sent by email to:
Charity Hung, Project Coordinator
Email: charity.hung@nyumc.org
Tel: 212-263-0483
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Office of the Mayor Internship Program
The New York City Mayor’s Office of Research and Media Analysis is accepting internship applications for SPRING 2015, and
SUMMER 2015. The office monitors media coverage related to the city’s policies and operations and performs research in
support of the administration’s broader communications priorities.
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Assist in transcribing the mayor’s remarks for public release
Monitor news sites and social media in real-time and disseminate breaking stories
Compile early morning or evening press clippings
Aid staff in creating reports on broadcast news coverage
Search for relevant stories in community papers
Additional research projects
Requirements:
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An interest in local politics and a passion for/knowledge of New York City.
Strong written communication skills
Superior attention to detail
Willingness to work as early as 6:00 a.m. on pre-arranged days
The ideal candidate is available to intern full-time, though outstanding part-time applicants will be considered. Interns will
have the opportunity to attend press conferences and other events. Please note that all internships are unpaid.
To apply, please visit www.nyc.gov/intern and note the Office of Research and Media Analysis on your application.
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Additional Internship & Full/Part Time Job Opportunities
 Social Media Marketing – Virtual Internship – Summer 2015
Employer: New York Minute Magazine
Description: Does the world of social media excite you? Are you an avid tweeter, pinner, tumblr, or blogger? Are all of
your photos “insta-perfect” and your Facebook statuses so amazing that there really should be a “Love” button
already? Are you looking for a fun, fast-paced environment to explore those interests within a marketing context? Do
you want to develop innovative ideas to ensure that our company maintains a strong presence on social media? If so,
we want to hear from you!
We are looking for 3 Social Media Marketing Interns who meet the following requisites.
Requisites:
- Experience with various social media platforms, such as Tumblr, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest
- Ability to work 15 hours per week
- Ability to commit to six (6) consecutive months
- Excellent communication skills
- A talent for collaboration
Position Type: Spring 2015 Internship (max. 20 hrs/week): Closed (Unless Paid), Summer 2015 Internship (max. 20
hrs/week)
Qualifications: New York Minute Magazine is a growing online startup with a virtual office. We look for interns that
approach everything they do with integrity, passion, hard work, and, most importantly, a measure of levity and
accessible mirth. We want go-getters of gaiety that can hit the ground running with a positive, down-to-earth attitude.
Our internships are remote with flexible hours. Find out more about us on nymmag.com and follow us on social media.
 Accounting Intern
Employer: WSP USA Corporation
Description: WSP is an award winning and innovative multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm with close to 1000
employees across the country. Our engineers work closely with architects and owners from around the world on large,
complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance. We have an immediate opening for an
Accounting intern for our New York (Midtown) office. Responsibilities include: Prepare Reports and compile supporting
documentation, Filling and miscellaneous office duties, Problem solving/ research, Assist on special projects as needed.
Compensation: $12/hr.
Position Type: At least 25 hours per week, prefer 40 hours but have flexibility; Days and times are flexible; however we
do expect you to work during our normal business hours Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 5:30; Academic schedule permitting
you may be asked to work additional hours to complete projects with tight deadlines.
Qualifications: Undergraduate Accounting/ Finance student, Interest in Accounting, Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft
Excel and Word, Attention to detail, Excellent communication skills, Ability to perform well under time constraint,
Willingness to accept challenges and learn from experience.
 Part Time Assistant for a Physical Therapy Office
Employer: Base Physical Therapy PLLC.
Description: Growing sports physical therapy office seeking highly motivated front desk personnel for a part time
position. This position has the potential to become a full-time employee position. Duties include: appointment
scheduling and patient registration, collection of copayments and deductibles, basic billing and insurance
responsibilities and patient interaction.
Position Type: Part Time Job (max. 25 hrs/week)
Qualifications: Responsible, timely, organized and ability to multi-task; Personable, organized, and team oriented;
Previous experience as a medical receptionist a plus; Computer Skills (MSWord, Excel); Please provide cover letter,
resume, and references
 College Assistant
Employer: Hunter College – Health Professions Education Center
Description: Front desk supervision; Schedule all facilities and equipment requests for faculty
and students; Maintain all smart/enhanced classrooms; Troubleshooting software; Monitor Outgoing/Incoming HPEC
equipment; Other duties as assigned by the Director. Salary- $11/hr
Position Type: Part Time Job (max. 25 hrs/week)
Qualifications: Cooperative, communicative and creative; Exceptional writing skills; Knowledge of WordPress, HTML
and CSS a plus
*Detailed description of each listing can be searched on the CSM website.
To apply to these listings or search additional job opportunities, login HERE.
For assistance with creating an account, please stop by Career Development Services at Room 805 East or call 212-7724850.
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SEEK Services
SEEK Counseling Services
Walk-in-Hours
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (when classes are in session)
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Students can stop by during Walk-in-Hours and meet with a SEEK Counselor for answers to “quick” questions lasting no more
than 5 – 10 minutes.
Counseling Appointments
Email your counselor in advance to set up an appointment.
Dr. Jorge Fuentes
jfuentes@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 - 5760
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Mrs. Sandra Granizo-Cruz
sgranizo@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 – 5774
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Dr. Fredericka G. Liggins
fliggins@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 – 5766
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Dr. Maria Giammerella
arodrigu@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 – 5754
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Mr. Wilson Benito
wb39@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 396 - 6842
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Ms. Carlixta Hernandez
che0003@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 -5764
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Dr. Patricia H. Martin
drpat@hunter.cuny.edu
(212) 772 – 5767
E1010
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SEEK Computer Lab
The SEEK Computer Lab is open to all SEEK participants!
Lab Hours
Monday- Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(Schedule is subject to change)
SEEK provides all SEEK program participants with a supplemental 100 page printing quota per semester. SEEK participants are
also able to print via their OneCard at the SEEK Computer Lab.
*Please note that the Student Resource Center located at Room 202 Thomas Hunter Hall provides all students with a 300 page
printing quota per semester.
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SEEK Offers Free Tutoring!
The SEEK Learning Center, Room 929 East Building.
Subjects Currently Available
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Anthropology*
Astronomy*
Biology*
Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth Science*
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Economics
English
History*
Mathematics
Music*
Organic Chemistry*
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Philosophy*
Physics*
Political Science*
Psychology
Statistics
*available by appointment
Drop-In Hours
Monday – Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*Learning Center is closed Wednesday 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Friday
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
SEEK Learning Center Drop–In Hours
Subject
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Chemistry
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Computer Science
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Economics
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Friday
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
English
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Math
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Psychology
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Statistics
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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SEEK Program Contact Information
The Percy Ellis Sutton SEEK Program
Hunter College of the City University of New York
695 Park Avenue, Room 1013 East Building
New York, NY 10065
Phone: (212) 772-4030
Fax: (212) 772-4819 (fax)
E-mail: SEEK@hunter.cuny.edu
Website: www.hunter.cuny.edu/seek