Ancestry HistoryMakers  /  Tennessee State University

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Tour Dates:
September 18-19, 2024


 

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Ready to make history, Tennessee State?

 

The Ancestry Campus Team is Coming to TSU!

Get ready, Tigers! The Ancestry campus team is excited to visit TSU this fall as part of our national HistoryMakers Tour. We’re bringing the energy (and plenty of it) to connect with you!

We’re eager to meet passionate students interested in:
- Science
- Technology
- Machine Learning
- Data and Computer Science
- Product 
- Business and Marketing

Not sure about your career path yet? No problem! Everyone is welcome to join us. Come learn more about exciting career and internship opportunities at Ancestry. Plus, get valuable career advice straight from our amazing Talent Acquisition team and special guests from across the organization.

Let’s make history together! We can't wait to see you there!

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Ancestry's 2024 HistoryMakers Tour is coming your way!



SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Don't miss out on the chance to connect with the Ancestry team while we're on campus! Whether you're looking to network, gain insider tips, or explore career opportunities, we've got you covered. Sign up below to attend our sessions and score a one-on-one interview with a member of our Talent Acquisition team. 

Register now and take the first step towards an exciting future with Ancestry!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

HistoryMakers Campus Event
Location: Elliott Hall, TSU Campus

9:00-9:30 AM
Welcome + Introductions  
9:30-10:30 AM
Resume, LinkedIn + Interviewing Workshop   
10:30-11:00 AM
Ancestry Leadership Perspective  
11:00 AM -12:00 PM
'Who Is Ancestry' Lunch + Learn
12:00-1:00 PM
Tech Panel Discussion
1:00-2:00 PM
DEI Roundtable

11 :00 AM-4:00 PM
In-Person Interviews

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Engineering Career Fair 
Kean Hall Gymnasium
Free Professional Headshots Available 
(please register below)

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Connect with some of Ancestry’s best and brightest as we welcome you to our action packed HistoryMakers schedule of events. Get the scoop on our HistoryMakers Scholarship! 

During this session, you’ll learn first hand from Ancestry’s Global Talent Acquisition Team some of the latest tips, tricks, and hacks on how to take your resume from good to great; how to leverage LinkedIn to secure your next internship; and first hand advice on how to win over the hiring manager when interviewing.

Get real world advice from Ancestry Leadership. This is your opportunity to learn what it takes to climb the corporate ladder. Get educated on how to successfully navigate your career and what obstacles you might face along the way. Lastly, come and be inspired! Be inspired to take action, to learn and to be great.

Have you ever wondered where you got your traits from? Or the origin of your roots? Join us for an engaging session with our very own ProGenealogist and Documentarian, Nicka Sewell-Smith. Learn more about who Ancestry is, what we do and how we're changing the world and more over lunch!

Take a step towards securing your future in the tech industry! This exclusive session features some of Ancestry's internal tech employees who are ready to engage with you, sharing their experiences and insights into how to land a career in tech, and the benefits of working in this fast-paced field. You'll learn how to stay relevant in a constantly evolving industry, explore career paths in tech, and gain inspiration from professionals who have successfully navigated the tech world. Don't miss this opportunity to network, ask questions, and gain the knowledge needed to propel your career forward!

Gain valuable insights into how diversity and inclusion drive innovation in the workplace! This session features Ancestry employees from our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), offering students the opportunity to engage with passionate professionals who will share their experiences on fostering inclusivity, the benefits of joining ERGs, and how these groups help support personal and professional growth. Learn how diversity impacts company culture, and discover the importance of community and representation within the workplace. This is your chance to network, ask questions, and be inspired to contribute to a more inclusive future!

Interested in joining Ancestry as an intern? This once in a lifetime opportunity begins today by submitting your resume for review. During our internship, you’ll gain real experience, work on current and new projects, be assigned a mentor who’s invested in your success. You'll get a chance to experience the luxuries of living in Lehi, UT, and get compensated. Students selected for an interview will be contacted by email to schedule an interview time. Submit your resume today as interview spots are limited. 

  • We'll be hosting a variety of sessions throughout the day and understand that students will need to come and go as their schedules allow.
  • Register for the sessions you expect to attend so we're prepared with enough seating, swag and refreshments. 
  • The dress code is 'smart casual,' but most importantly we want you to feel confident!  
  • Be curious. Bring your questions and be prepared to network.
  • If interviewing, refresh your resume and bring a copy along.
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Ancestry HistoryMakers Scholarship

At Ancestry, we have a long-term commitment to enhancing education and empowering the next generation of history makers. This is why we’re proud to sponsor the 2024 HistoryMakers Scholarship Fund. Six $2,500 scholarships are available to awarded to students attending TSU!

To qualify, students must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate enrolled at one of our partner schools and have demonstrated leadership through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities.

Scholarship applications open in August and the submission deadline is October 25, 2024. 

Learn More

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Innovate today and
inspire tomorrow.

Ancestry interns contribute to projects that make a difference in the business and the customer experience. Along the way, they refine skills, develop new talents, and gain experience to fuel their continuous growth.
Join an organization where passion, innovation, 
and purpose converge.

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Register to Attend

Ready to make history?

Don't miss
Ancestry's 2024 HistoryMakers Tour 
at Tennessee State University!

Make sure you register to guarantee your spot, swag, and refreshments! Interview slots are limited and will be offered to qualified students through an email invitation. Want to be considered for an in-person interview? Just attach your resume below. Go Tigers!

Please complete the waiver below as a part of registration.

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