GSA GeoCareers Programs

NEW MENTORING CENTER

Visit the Mentoring Center: Open Monday & Tuesday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Wednesday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., ICC Rooms 206-207

  • Résumé Review Clinic (Monday & Tuesday)
    The Résumé Clinic will be available Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m.–12 noon and 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

    Review will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Show up early to secure your 30 minute consultation. Bring two copies of your résumé.

    If you would like to volunteer to review résumés sign-up here.
  • Post or view jobs
    Bring a copy of your internship or job posting to place on the poster board or come by to peruse current postings.
  • Drop-in mentoring (Mon. & Tues., noon–4 p.m.)
    Drop-in Mentoring will be available Monday & Tuesday, 12–4 p.m. Mentoring will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Show up early to secure your 30-minute spot. If you would like to volunteer to mentor, sign up here.
  • Networking events
    Our popular Women in Geology (Sunday, 5:30–7 p.m.), Early Career Coffee (Monday, 9–10 a.m.) and Networking Reception (Monday, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.) events will all be held in this space.
  • Presentations

Mentoring Center Schedule

 

Events open to all students and early career professionals

Download the Mentoring Center schedule
 
Monday, 5 November
9–10 a.m. Early Career Professionals Coffee
10:30–11 a.m. Presentation: ExxonMobil Hiring Campaign: Orla McLaughlin
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Networking Reception
1:15-1:45 p.m. Presentation: NSF Funding Opportunities and Merit Review: Margaret Fraiser, NSF
2–3 p.m. Geology Club Officers Meetup
3–4 p.m. Presentation: Interview Process, Tips and Negotiating an Offer: Alicia Kahn, Chevron & Bret Dixon, Anadarko
4–4:30 p.m. Presentation: Introduction to Publishing: Jessica Kastigar, Cambridge University Press
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Résumé Clinic (visit the Mentoring Center Registration Desk to sign in)
12–4 p.m. Drop-in Mentoring (visit the Mentoring Center Registration Desk to sign in)
 
Tuesday, 6 November
9–11 a.m. RISE: Harassment Resistance and Bystander Intervention
11 a.m.–noon Presentation: Internships/Research Experiences: Anne Egger, Central Washington University; Diana Dalbotten, University of New Mexico; Donna Charlevoix and Andi Ellis, UNAVCO; Matt Dawson, Geological Society of America
noon–1 p.m. Industry Round Table: Mining, Engineering, Exploration and Environmental Geologists
1:15–1:45 p.m. Presentation: Resume, Interviewing and Networking Advice: Brandy Barnes, AIPG & Draper Aden Associates
2–2:30 p.m. Presentation: International Opportunities for Students: Naz Khandaker, Secretary, GSA International Committee
2:45–3:15 p.m. Presentation: The Importance of Transferable Skills: Heather Houlton, American Geosciences Institute
3:30–4 p.m. Presentation: The Joy of Networking: Beth Bartel, UNAVCO and Wendy Bohon, IRIS
4:15–4:45 p.m. Presentation: Applying for Research Grants: Sarah Crump, University of Colorado Boulder
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Résumé Clinic (visit the Mentoring Center Registration Desk to sign in)
12–4 p.m. Drop-in Mentoring (visit the Mentoring Center Registration Desk to sign in)
 
Wednesday, 7 November
9–10 a.m. Exhibitor Networking Coffee Hour
10:15–10:45 a.m. Presentation: ASBOG Certification: Jason Patton, Arkansas Technical University
11–11:30 a.m. Presentation: Applying to Graduate School: Victor Ricchezza, University of South Florida & Andi Ellis, UNAVCO
12–1 p.m. Academic Round Table: 4-Year Research University and 2-Year College Faculty
1:15–1:45 p.m. Presentation: Publishing and reviewing academic journal articles: Tyler King, Utah State University
2–2:30 p.m. Presentation: Dual Careers in Academia and Teaching Strategies: Benjamin Laabs, North Dakota State University

SATURDAY

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Short Course 521: 8 a.m.–noon
Unconscious Bias and Active Bystander Intervention Training to Promote Positive Work Climates

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Short Course 525: 2–4 p.m.
Ready to Engage: Selling Yourself at GSA 2018 and Beyond, for Students

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals GSA First Time Attendees Orientation

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4–4:45: p.m., ICC Room 132

SUNDAY

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals GeoCareers Day

8 a.m.–1 p.m. Indiana Convention Center (ICC) Sagamore Ballroom 4
This event will provide a well-rounded introduction to industry and government careers especially for students in their undergraduate studies.

Fee: $25. Registration required and space is limited. Sign-up on-site or when you register for the meeting. Contact GSA Sales & Service, +1.888.443.4472 to add this to your registration.

  • Geoscience Career Workshop
    8–9 a.m. US$10 fee if attending separately.
    Before you jump into the job search process, gain an understanding of the current geoscience workforce data, including salary, employment trends, and projections. Presenters will also review the fundamentals of crafting a winning résumé and how to best utilize the USAJOBS database for applications for federal employment.
  • Company and Agency Information Booths
    9–11 a.m. Agency and company booths will be set up to answer your career questions. Learn about each unique work culture and types of internships and careers available. Participants include Anadarko, Bureau of Land Management, Chesapeake Energy Corporation, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Hess Corporation, NASA, National Park Service, Newmont Mining, U.S. Forest Service, and the U.S. Geological Survey. 
  • Career Mentor Roundtables
    10–11:30 a.m. 
    Mentors from non-profit, industry, government, and academia will answer your career questions at table stations around the room. Here are some sample questions to ask mentors. 
  • Career Pathways Panel
    Noon–1 p.m. (includes lunch)
    Representatives from government and industry sectors will answer questions and offer advice in preparation for a career in these fields. GeoCareers Day participants receive priority. Students and early career professionals not attending GeoCareers Day are welcome. See Panelists Bios and Panelists Answers to Commonly Asked Questions.

icon: for early career professionals Publishing: “What’s Your Problem; What’s Your Point?”

11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
Presentations by experienced GSA editors on the process of preparing your research for submission to scholarly journals will be followed by roundtable discussions. Space is limited, and an application is required. Applications from graduate students, early-career researchers, people getting back into research after a hiatus, post-docs, or anyone for whom this discussion is relevant are welcome.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Social Media for Scientists Workshop – Lecture

2-3 p.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This workshop is open to all and free of charge, but advanced registration is preferred. To register, select event(s) 603A and/or 603B in the GeoCareers section of the Events page in your meeting registration, or contact GSA Sales & Service to add to your existing registration, or toll free +1.888.443.4472. 
Want to learn more about using social media to communicate your science? We will discuss the current social media landscape as well as best practices, tips, guidelines, and inspirations for multiple social media platforms. We’ll also talk about how you can utilize social media to build public trust in science and scientists. Designed for scientists, ideal for beginners, but helpful for everyone!

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Social Media for Scientists Workshop – Lab

3-4 p.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This workshop is open to all and free of charge, but advanced registration is preferred. To register, select event(s) 603A and/or 603B in the GeoCareers section of the Events page in your meeting registration, or contact GSA Sales & Service to add to your existing registration, or toll free +1.888.443.4472. 
Participate in breakout sessions with experts on specific social media platforms including Reddit, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Learn how to use or improve your game on these different platforms to communicate science with different demographics using different types of media. All levels welcome; attendance in the lecture portion not required.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Paleontological Society/Cambridge University Press: Essentials of Publishing Townhall

3–5 p.m., JW Marriott White River Ballroom D
This interactive workshop is a great opportunity to learn more about how to select a journal, prepare and submit and article and get published, as well as to network with Paleontological Society editors.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Environmental Engineering Geology Division Student Career Mentoring Session

5:30–6:30 p.m., ICC Room 135
A broad panel consisting of members from federal and state agencies, industry, private business, and higher education will be present to address questions on a variety of topics. There will be opportunities to email questions prior to the event, ask questions at the event, and speak one-on-one at the end of the event. To register for the mentoring session, click here, and the password is GSA2018.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Women in Geology Career Pathways Reception

5:30–7 p.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This informal gathering begins with remarks from a few key women speakers who will address issues faced by women in geology. A networking session follows, providing time for sharing ideas and getting to know other women geoscientists.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals GSA Night at the Indiana State Museum

More Details7–9:30 p.m.
$15 ($20 after 1 Oct). Sign up on your registration form.

MONDAY

icon: for early career professionals Early Career Professionals Coffee

9–10 a.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This informal gathering will include remarks from representatives of several non-profits who have activities of interest to early career professionals. There will be time for networking and sharing ideas on how these organizations can best serve you. No registration required.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Networking Reception

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207
This reception provides students and early career professionals with an exciting opportunity to network with more than 40 geoscience professionals. The mentors will answer questions, offer advice about career plans, and comment on job opportunities within their fields. No registration required. 

icon: for students The Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology Careers Luncheon

noon–1:30 p.m., Weber Grill Restaurant 
This student luncheon features a panel of mentors representing a variety of colleges, universities, museums, and government agencies.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Geology Club Officers Meetup

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2–3 p.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Women Rising Networking Social

5:30–7 p.m., ICC Room 204
An informal social to extend the discussions and connections from the Pardee Session Women Rising: Removing Barriers and Achieving Parity in the Geosciences. Professionals, students, department chairs and program managers working to be inclusive of all talent are encouraged to attend.

icon: for early career professionals Funding Opportunities to Support Two-Year College Students, Faculty, Programs, and Collaborations

5:30–7 p.m., JW Marriott Room 102
Please join us for a workshop/discussion with NSF Program Officers, successful award recipients, and community college faculty as we share examples of the range of possibilities in NSF-funded projects involving two-year college faculty, discuss strategies and challenges in writing and execution of federally-funded projects, hear suggestions for writing successful proposals, and consider issues raised by two-year college faculty who are interested in garnering external funds for their work. Light refreshments will be served.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Karst Division Student Social & Awards Reception

5:30–7:30 p.m., ICC Room 132
Social and awards event for the Karst Division, open to all to come and network and learn more about the Karst Division. Will include a special media presentation on 3D cave mapping.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Paleontological Society Schuchert Talk and Student Social

6:30–8 p.m., ICC Rooms 143-144
Students interested in paleontology are encouraged to attend this social event and meet last year’s PS Schuchert Award winner, Caroline Strömberg.

TUESDAY

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals RISE: Harassment Resistance and Active Bystander Intervention

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9–11 a.m., Mentoring Center, ICC Rooms 206-207

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Navigating the National Science Foundation (NSF)

1–2 pm, ICC Rooms 130-131
This workshop will allow participants to interact with National Science Foundation program directors and staff to learn about the proposal submission process and funding opportunities. A short introduction will be followed by break-out sessions catered to career level, where students, early-career researchers and faculty will get all questions answered and tips for preparing successful proposals.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Hydrogeology Division Student Mentoring

2:30–4:30 p.m., Sagamore Ballroom 4
In a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, this gathering will begin with remarks from hydrogeologists in a variety of career fields, including government, industry, and academia. A roundtable mentoring session follows, providing time for individuals to network, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss careers in hydrogeology.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Hydrogeology Division Student Reception

5:30–8 p.m., ICC Sagamore Ballroom 4
Immediately following the Hydrology Division Student Mentoring Program, this student reception provides time for individuals to network, share ideas, ask questions, and discuss careers in hydrogeology. This event includes the popular trivia competition.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals Paleontological Society Women in Paleontology Reception

6–9 p.m., Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
This reception offers an opportunity for participants to network with other women interested in paleontology.

icon: for students icon: for early career professionals LBGTQ Social

7:30–11 p.m., Yard House Restaurant
Come meet and socialize with other geologists who are members of the LBGTQ and allied community for a night of good company and American fare dining.

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