Applying for Positions Through SMILE

SMILE is the University Experiential Learning platform offered by Johns Hopkins University for students across all campuses to connect them to campus internships and employment opportunities. It also entails paid campus internships and a variety of work-study and non-work-study jobs.  

These experiential learning opportunities provide students the chance to gain power skills (success skills), develop professional networks, sharpen business communication skills, access mentors, experience various work environments, and more.   

If you are looking to gain practical exposure in subject areas aligning with your coursework or explore other areas of work, this is the ideal platform. Not just that, you can also build a strong network of professionals for future career opportunities.  

Here is how you can access the SMILE Portal:

How to:

  1. Log on to www.studentjob.jh.edu/sessmile.cfm using your JHED student email id.  

SMILE portal

2. Open the STUDENTS section and go to ‘My Application’. Fill in the Application details beginning with your name, class standing, enrollment school, etc., followed by other details pertaining to work and education. You can also upload a cover letter and resume.  

SMILE portal for students

 

3. After updating the application, you can start searching for job opportunities. Click on ‘Search Positions’, confirm if you are a U.S citizen or have a federal work study. You can either check all the listings and apply to relevant ones, or filter per your specific requirements. If you fit the criteria, you will get revert from potential employers.  

 

Resources:  

JHU | University Experiential Learning  

SMILE  

Contacts:

The best contacts are within your department. Your faculty mentor or department administrator can assist with the entire process from start to finish. 

Related Links:

Hiring Students Through SMILE

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