Mission

The School of Public Affairs Career Services Office (CSO) is committed to giving students and alumni the support and resources needed, to fully advance and have successful careers in vital areas within the Nonprofit, Health, Education and Government sectors. Building on the School’s mission to prepare skilled and competent leaders for the organizations and agencies that contribute to the well-being of our communities, the Career Services Office provides the expertise and resources to help build and sustain rewarding and meaningful careers.

The Career Services Office is dedicated to providing students and alumni with a variety of professional services. We aim to help our students better connect with employers, organizations, and information that will assist with their career development and advancement. At every stage of their careers, School of Public Affairs students and alumni can expect on-going assistance.

Services provided include personalized resume and cover letter critiques, mock interviews, career consultations, availability to hundreds of screened jobs, sector-specific career fairs and panel discussions, on-campus recruitment and alumni networking events. Each year, graduating students have the opportunity to submit their resumes for publication in our Resume Book. This publication is distributed to over 600 employers in the tri-state area, and continues to be the source of initial contact from which many job opportunities have developed. The Career Services Office is proud to support the School of Public Affairs’ diverse and talented students and alumni. We look forward to sharing our expertise and resources with you.

An Overview of Career Services:
The Career Services Office (CSO) is committed to offering students and alumni the opportunity for career growth and development. We provide a full range of career services for students and alumni to prepare, choose and pursue appropriate, rewarding and satisfying careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. The Career Services Office connects students with employers through job fairs, on campus recruitments, information sessions, career panels, networking events, Resume Book distribution and on-line job listings. We work individually through one-on-one counseling, resume critiques and career coaching.

Government Career Fair, March '06

Baruch College's School of Public Affairs is happy to be among Bridgestar's Strategic Partners

Launched in December 2003 as an initiative of the Bridgespan Group, Bridgestar was founded on the premise that mission-focused nonprofits have greater opportunity to achieve breakthrough results when they attract, assemble and nurture strong board and senior leadership teams. We seek to be a source of talent for individual nonprofit organizations, as well as a resource for enhancing the flow and effectiveness of capable executives into and within the sector. For jobs and career changes, the Bridgestar online job board lists senior management positions in nonprofit organizations throughout the United States. Use the job board and our document management tools to create and store resumes and cover letters, and to apply for positions that meet your skills and qualifications.

Prospective Students

Current Students

Alumni

For Employers

Elyse Mendel, Director

Office Location: 135 East 22 Street, 10th Floor, Suite 1005
Mailing Address: One Bernard Baruch Way, Box D-0901, New York, NY 10010-5585
Office Hours: Please call for an appointment or stop by
Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
(additional times available upon request)
Phone: (646) 660-6755
Fax: (646) 660-6756
Email:
spa_careerservices@baruch.cuny.edu

Career Events

3/7/08	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS THE GOVERNMENT CAREER FAIR Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) Hosted by Baruch College ’s School of Public Affairs and co-sponsored by other public affairs graduate schools, this Career Fair is designed for graduate-level students and alumni only. NO RSVP needed. Just wear business attire and submit a resume at the door for entry into the fair. Time: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Baruch College, The William and Anita Newman Conference Center, 151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor Contact Information: (646) 660-6755 spa_careerservices@baruch.cuny.edu
10/26/07	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS THE NONPROFIT CAREER FAIR Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) Hosted by Baruch College ’s School of Public Affairs and co-sponsored by other public affairs graduate schools, this Career Fair is designed for graduate-level students and alumni only. NO RSVP needed. Just wear business attire and submit a resume at the door for entry into the fair. Time: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Baruch College, The William and Anita Newman Conference Center 151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor Contact Information: (646) 660-6755 spa_careerservices@baruch.cuny.edu
10/18/07	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS NYS PUBLIC MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (PMI) INFO SESSION Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) The PMI attracts the highest caliber and most talented individuals from graduate programs across the country. Through carefully crafted job assignments, coupled with relevant training experiences, the PMI prepares participants with master's degrees (or receiving theirs by Summer 2008) in public administration or a related field for management positions of increasing responsibility within State agencies. Please RSVP below by October 11, 2007 Time: 4:30 PM Location: Baruch College, 17 Lexington Ave (between 22nd and 23rd Streets), Room 1404 Contact Information: RSVP HERE
10/1/07	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS NY/NJ PORT AUTHORITY MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE PROGRAM INFO SESSION Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) The Management Associate Program is designed to attract highly talented and motivated graduate students who have an interest in and commitment to a career in public service management. The program provides the Associates with job assignments and developmental experiences based on the agency’s priority initiatives in our line business and financial/capital programs. Please RSVP below by September 27, 2007 Time: 5:00 PM Location: Baruch College, 135 East 22nd Street, Room 301 Contact Information: RSVP HERE
5/14/07	EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD: A WORKSHOP & PANEL DISCUSSION Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs Career Services Office & the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of New York City (YNPN-NYC) Spending time overseas can be more than just a chance to travel and explore new cultures. It's also an opportunity to obtain skills that can make you stand out in a global economy! This unique event will be a chance to learn about opportunities to work, volunteer and intern abroad, regardless of time frame or level of experience. You'll meet individuals who will share their overseas experiences and representatives from programs that match individuals with opportunities abroad. A valid photo ID is required to enter the building. By subway: Take the 6, R, or W train to 23rd or 28th street. Please RSVP below by May 12, 2007 Time: 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Baruch College The William and Anita Newman Conference Center 151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor (between Lexington and 3rd Avenues) Contact Information: SPA Career Services RSVP HERE
5/8/07	TALES OF A FEMALE NOMAD: A CONVERSATION WITH RITA GOLDEN GELMAN Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs Career Services Office & the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of New York City (YNPN-NYC) Have you ever daydreamed about dropping everything, packing a bag, and heading off to exotic lands? How would traveling change your outlook on the world? How would it change your life? YNPN-NYC and the Baruch College School of Public Affairs are pleased to present "A Conversation with Rita Golden Gelman." In her book, Tales of a Female Nomad, Ms. Gelman shares stories of her experiences as a solo traveler, crisscrossing the globe and residing in communities in Guatemala, Nicaragua, Israel, the Galapagos Islands, Mexico, Bali, and Fiji, to name a few. On May 8th, Ms Gelman will be in NYC for one night only to speak about how traveling and interacting with a global community can help you become a more well-rounded nonprofit professional. She’ll be sharing her own travel stories and discussing her book as well. If you would like to purchase the book, it is available online here. Major booksellers, such as Borders and Barnes and Nobles, stock it as well. The book will also be available for purchase at the event, and Ms Gelman will be signing copies after her talk. For more information about the author, visit: www.ritagoldengelman.com. A valid photo ID is required to enter the building. By subway: Take the 6, R, or W train to 23rd street. Please RSVP below by May 6, 2007 Time: 6:15 PM - 8:00 PM Location: School of Public Affairs, Baruch College 135 East 22 Street, 3rd floor, room 301 (between Lexington & 3rd Avenues) Contact Information: SPA Career Services RSVP HERE
5/2/07	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) ALUMNI SPRING PANEL Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) and SPA Alumni Chapter The SPA Alumni Chapter is delighted to sponsor "Women and Work". Please RSVP below by April 20th, 2007 Time: 5:30 PM Location: The Newman Vertical Campus at Baruch College 55 Lexington Avenue @ 24th Street 14th Floor Conference Center, Room 14-220 Contact Information: RSVP HERE
2/23/07	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) GOVERNMENT GRADUATE CAREER FAIR Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) Hosted by Baruch College's School of Public Affairs and co-sponsored by other public affairs graduate schools, this Career Fair is designed for Master-level student and Alumni only. NO RSVP needed. Business attire and resumes required for entrance into fair. Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: The William and Anita Newman Conference Center Baruch College 151 East 25th Street, 7th Floor (between Lexington and 3rd) Contact Information: Elyse Mendel
11/13/06	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS THE SECRET SERVICE Sponsored By: The Career Development Center (CDC) at Baruch Information Session on Internships and Jobs with the Secret Service. Please RSVP below by Nov 6th, 2006. Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Baruch College's Vertical Campus 55 Lexington Avenue @ 24th STreet 2nd Floor, Room 2-190 Contact Information: RSVP HERE
11/8/06	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS ARTS ADMINISTRATION/MANAGEMENT CAREER PLANNING AND PREPARATION SEMINAR Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) Speaker: Clinton White, founder and president of the Art Career Network, a resource and portal for careers in the visual and multidisciplinary arts. Please RSVP below by Nov 1st, 2006. Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: TBD Contact Information: RSVP HERE
11/3/06	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) NONPROFIT CAREER FAIR Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) Hosted by Baruch College's School of Public Affairs and co-sponsored by other public affairs graduate schools, this Career Fair is only open to Master-level students and Alumni. No RSVP needed. Business attire and resumes required for entrance into the fair. Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Baruch College's Vertical Campus 55 Lexington Avenue @ 24th Street 14th Floor Conference Center, Room 14-220 Contact Information: Elyse Mendel
11/2/06	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) PRESENTS NYS PUBLIC MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (PMI) Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) A rep from the NYS PMI will be leading a session on how to apply for the management training program, which leads to a state job. Must have a graduate degree by May 2007 to apply. Two sessions will be held at noon and 5pm. Please RSVP below by October 27th, 2006 and indicate which session you will attend (noon or 5pm). Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Location: The Milano School 72 Fifth Avenue (between 13th and 14th Streets) Conference Room 321 Contact Information: Shavonn Pearce (212) 229-5311 x1100 or Shavonn Pearce
10/26/06	CAREER SERVICES OFFICE (CSO) ALUMNI NETWORKING SOCIAL Sponsored By: The School of Public Affairs' Career Service Office (CSO) "Networking: How to Build Your Career!" Keynote Speaker: Ms. Rae Linefsky, Consultant; Exec. Director of Nonprofits; Board of Directors of UME; appointed by Mayor Bloomberg to NYC's Workforce Investment Board. Networking encouraged, all are welcome to attend. Please RSVP below by October 13th, 2006. Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Location: Baruch College's Vertical Campus 55 Lexington Avenue @ 24th Street 14th Floor Conference Center, Room 14-220 Contact Information: Elyse Mendel RSVP HERE

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