The MPINCC Student Affairs Committee Sponsored Exclusively by AT&T Park is a great tool for our Student Members to engage and participate in the Meetings Industry. This committee is committed to providing educational opportunities geared toward the interests of students and promoting networking opportunities to help students begin their career in this industry. We currently have 80 Student Members from a variety of hospitality programs in the area. We understand how important it is for you to make connections and have the support of your peers and future colleagues as you get ready to join tomorrow’s workforce.
During the year, there will be specific “by invitation” events planned just for students. In addition, our regular program of events includes many educational and networking opportunities with discounted student rates.
Apply now for the MPINCC Student Membership Scholarship
Click here for a Student Membership Application
Quarterly Student Member Newsletter:
Stay current on what is happening among the student membership at MPINCC. This newsletter provides great resources for getting the most out of your MPINCC membership and highlights students that are making a difference.
Newsletter 1st Quarter, 2011
Newsletter 2nd Quarter, 2011
Check Out the Student Enquirer:
This quarterly publication highlights the professional members of MPINCC providing insight into their careers and their prospective on the industry. Plus look for great tips to help you get your start in this industry.
Student Enquirer, 1st Quarter, 2011
Student Enquirer, 2nd Quarter, 2011
MPINCC Call for Internship Opportunities:
Thank you for your interest in providing an internship opportunity to a current hospitality student. Please click here to complete the form to assist us in placing an interested candidate. Completed forms should be emailed to info@mpincc.org or faxed to (925) 355-1296.
Current Internship Opportunities:
Zellerbach Associates
MPINCC Student Volunteers:
Don’t have time for an internship, but would like to get some experience on your resume? Please check out the volunteer section of our chapter website to find out what opportunities there are to contribute to the chapter. Our committee also receives volunteer opportunities throughout the year from our members so please check back here to see what is currently offered.
Current opportunities: Check back soon!
Want to volunteer for a festival or event local to San Francisco this summer? If you would like a copy of volunteer opportunities around San Francisco during the summer please contact Carlee Duncan for the 2011 Volunteer opportunities list.
MPINCC Student Informational Interviews Toolkit:
Summer is a great time to meet with professionals in the types of jobs you would like to have. The Student Affairs Committee has created a list of questions to ask in the informational interview and a list of our members that will accept interviews. Please contact Natasha Zellerbach for the list of questions and meeting professionals waiting to talk to you about your career.
Upcoming Events:
Mark your calendar for February 16, 2012! The Student Affairs Committee would like to invite Students and Faculty to attend MPINCC's Annual Conference & Expo 2012 at Moscone West. This valuable industry event draws well over 2,000 event industry professionals and includes Student Only workshops to help build your events skill set. To learn more click here for the event flyer.
The Student Affairs committee is sponsoring the first 50 Students and Faculty who RSVP (so the event is FREE for you to attend!). Please email Carlee Duncan with your RSVP.
Past Events:
UPDATE: If you missed this workshop, check out David’s top 5 Tips for making LinkedIn work for you!
Branding Yourself Through Social Media and Finding Your Dream Job
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Westin St. Francis
MPINCC and SFSU Event Management students cordially invite you to this exclusive presentation with a social media expert. Come learn how to stand out from the crowd by crafting your social media personal brand. Learn tips for professional development, including a dynamic LinkedIn profile.
Speaker: David T. Stevens, Global Events Manager streamlinevents
San Francisco Area Student Affairs Event - Discussing Your Future
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
6:30-8:30PM
College of Extended Learning, San Francisco State Downtown Campus, 6th Floor
Speakers: Kathryn Horton, Vice President of Convention Services and Events for the San Francisco Travel Association; Gwen Sobolewski, Associate Director of Events and Outreach for the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy
This event is for students who are getting ready to graduate or just looking for more insight to the industry. The speakers will be talking about their experience, the economic impact of the industry, the future of the industry and tips for students just starting their career in the industry. The focus of this event is on your future, how to get there and what to expect.
South Bay Mixer for San Jose State University Students and Meeting Professionals
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
5:30-7:30PM
Location: Grill On the Alley, located in the Fairmont San Jose
Students and Faculty interested in Event and Meeting Management - join friends and colleagues for a fun networking mixer with professionals from the Southbay Chapter of Meeting Professionals International. This is a great opportunity to network with professionals in the event and meeting management industry!
MPINCC launched the Student Affairs Committee Sponsored Exclusively by AT&T Park initiative in the Fall of 2008.
Questions? Contact the Co-chairs of our MPINCC Student Affairs Committee Sponsored Exclusively by AT&T Park:
Carlee Duncan at cduncan@aao.org or (415) 447-0251
Melanie Walton mswalton@stanford.edu or (650) 736-0048
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