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International Psychology Careers

This was an invited presentation in 2016 to the Residents in the International Psychology PhD Program. The embedded links may not work in SlideShare, so please feel free to email me for a copy at DrChrisStout@gmail.com and/or to be added to our email list. You can join our Facebook Group and interact with over 2000 like minded individuals at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CenterForGlobalInitiatives/ And if you’d like to support the Center’s work with a tax deductible donation, that would be fantastic(!) and do a great deal: http://centerforglobalinitiatives.org/donateNow.cfm Cheers, and thank you for your work, Chris

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International Psychology Careers

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  1. Opportunities and Advice for Careers and Approaches to Changing the World Dr. Chris E. Stout Center for Global Initiatives and The College of Medicine University of Illinois

  2. Portfoli o Approach to Build a Platform Where to Begin Your Search How to Optimize Your Chances

  3. Dr. John Paul Lederach and Kate Mansfield from the Kroc Institute have also developed a wonderful visual representation of possible careers in the field. http://www.internationalpeaceandconflict.org/forum/topic/show?id=780588:Topic:272542#.Vo7fL_krLIU

  4. OK, do I Start? http://www.flickr.com/photos/x-ray_delta_one/4264423055/sizes/o/in/photostream/

  5. Books, Books, Books….

  6. It’s about: TOO LS

  7. 1. Develop a Strong Resume Make sure you have a strong, clear and compelling resume and cover letter. Many university career centers also offer guidance on resumes.

  8. 2. Follow Twitter List of Key Careers Resources in Social Change. This is an excellent way to follow key job openings and news regarding careers in social change real-time. https://mobile.twitter.com/CraigZelizer/lists/amazing-career-resources

  9. 3. Conduct Informational Interviews Most people are more than happy to talk about their job and conducting informational interviews can be an excellent way to learn more about an organization and what a career is like in a particular area. Informational interviews are a chance for you to ask general questions of someone already in the field. However, it is very important in informational interviews not to ask for a job or put pressure on the person you're speaking with to help you find a job.

  10. 4. Subscribe to Key Web and Job Lists There are countless numbers of websites that provide resources on jobs and internships in the field (and in related fields). You should get on all or some of these sites as you will get daily or weekly updates of opportunities around the world (note some charge a fee, whiles others are free or provide partial postings for free). Some of the best sites for jobs directly in conflict resolution, development, social entrepreneurship, etc. are listed in back issues of Tools for Change:

  11. https://www.pinterest.com/drchris stout/tools-for-change-the-cgi- newsletter/

  12. 5. Use your contacts/networks One of the key strategies for finding a job/internship is to consult your personal and professional networks. Let your professors, colleagues and friends know that you're seeking an opportunity and perhaps they will have suggestions/contacts. University career centers and alumni can also be terrific resources.

  13. 6. Join New Networks Joining a professional network in the field can also be a useful way to make contacts and learn about opportunities. Some relevant networks include: The Association for Conflict Resolution http://www.acrnet.org/ Women In International Security http://wiisnetwork.org/ Peace and Justice Studies Association https://www.peacejusticestudies.org/ Society for International Development http://www.sidw.org/

  14. 7. Examine Ethical Practice When you are researching an organization it is important to make sure that the organization's ethics and practice fit with your values. If you're offered a job (hopefully before this happens) learn about what the organization does, how do they treat their staff, how do they work in they field and with partners, etc. 8. Considering Taking a Job to Get Experience Although many people would like to obtain their ideal job right away, sometimes it may be worth considering taking a job that will help you develop the necessary skills, contacts and experience that in the future can help lead to more of an ideal job.

  15. 9. Explore Fellowship Opportunities There are many excellent fellowships/scholarships that do provide funding for independent research/volunteer work/study. Thus, fellowships can be an excellent way to get experience in the field. You can find many fellowships/scholarships on this site by searching by various keywords. 10. Explore Organizations that Have Developed Mentoring Programs for New Employees A number of organizations have developed special entry level positions in which new employees receive extra mentoring. Look for organizations that have Junior Program Officer Positions (some in the UN), Entry Level Fellowships (Catholic Relief Services in the US) and others.

  16. 11. Develop an Expertise in a Needed Area There are number of current areas in which the field is in need of developing further expertise. Developing your skills in this area can make you more attractive to potential employers. Talk with your colleagues and other professionals in the field to see what might be potential growth areas. http://centerforglobalinitiativs.org/courseWor ks.cfm http://centerforglobalinitiative s.org/courseWorks.cfm

  17. Skills, Networks and Knowledge: Careers in International Peace and Conflict Resolution http://api.ning.com/files/7rClTXGMSQlig--3xYllp*9GajBM7iqtHRWdZ*kYcnI_/Webreport.pdf

  18. Career Guide from Sustainability on Corporate Social Responsibility http://www.sustainability.com/

  19. Idealist has also developed an excellent guide to Nonprofit Careers and a separate Careers Resources Section http://idealistcareers.org/redirected/?orig=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.idealist.org%2Fen%2Fcareer%2Fguide%2F index.html

  20. http://www.apa.org/international/

  21. http://ghcorps.org

  22. https://www.facebook.com/groups/GlobalhealthCHI/

  23. http://www.idealist.org/search/v2/?search_type=job

  24. http://div52.org/announcements/job-postings/

  25. https://globalhealth.uic.edu/types/projects

  26. Like I said TOO It’s about:

  27. ​LinkedIn Influencer: https://www.linkedin.com/today/posts/drchrisstout

  28. Thank s For Having Me Keep in touch DrChrisStout.com Go do Great Things…!

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