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1. Target Corporation: Full-time and Internships
2. Medtronic: Full-time
3. Sears: Full-time and Internships
4. CH Robinson: Full-time
5. Random House: Full-time and Internships
6. The Actor, Director, and Writer: hear about theater production, acting, directing, music, scriptwriting, radio/television/ film, or Spiderman
7. Internship Fair: This Week! Thursday, Alumni Hall, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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1. Target Corporation
Business Analyst: Full-time and Internships
Interviews: February 13th
Resume Submission Deadline: January 28th
Please apply through your campus career center and Target.com/careers
See Yourself as a Business Analyst Intern
More than a bullseye, Target is one of the most exciting and recognized companies ever. Target is also one of the most respected places to work, from award-winning marketing campaigns to innovative thinking, designer partnerships to community giving, and stores with everything imaginable. See a successful and rewarding career. See yourself here.
IMAGINE A CAREER WHERE YOU:
• Apply strong financial, analytical and communication skills to impact the bottom line
• Negotiate and maintain business relationships with the largest vendors in the industry
• Analyze the competition to stay on top of the latest trends in merchandising and how they may apply at Target
SEE YOURSELF AS A BUSINESS ANALYST INTERN:
During the 10-week program, you will be assigned to a department and work hands-on with the team. You will be placed in one of the following areas: Merchandise Planning, Merchandise Presentation Department, Target Sourcing Services or Target.com Merchandise Planning. Your responsibilities will include a project to complete during your internship. You will have the opportunity to present your results to your department and leadership at the end of your internship program.
PAST INTERNSHIP PROJECTS:
• Develop marketing strategies and creatively plan profitable product assortments
• Make key financial decisions for your business
• Work collaboratively with Merchandise Planning, Marketing/Advertising, Sourcing, Finance, Distribution, and Stores as well as many other experts throughout the organization
• Influence, negotiate and work with the biggest vendors in the marketplace
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
• Develop assortment strategies to maximize sales for certain regions
• Determine the benefits of developing single store prototype presentations
• Research sales patterns of trend merchandise to ensure proper inventory flow
• Analyze inventory levels to maximize profitability
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM EVENTS:
• Enjoy multiple Target-sponsored social networking and professional development events
• Interact with over 500 interns through Target’s involvement with Metro Intern Exchange
• Energize team building through Target-sponsored volunteer events
• Earn awards for your efforts during our Intern Recognition Event
SEE THE REWARDS:
• Paid internship
• Target discount
• Relocation and housing assistance (for out-of-state interns)
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
• Strong academic performance (current GPA of 3.0 or above)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Assertiveness and strong initiative
LOCATION:
Target headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
· Please apply through your career center and on Target.com/careers
· On Campus Interview Date: 2/13/08
Based on the results of your campus interview, you may be invited to continue the selection process. Please take the opportunity to mark your calendar accordingly for the following:
Please apply through your campus career center and Target.com/careers
SEE YOURSELF AS A BUSINESS ANALYST: Full-time
MERCHANDISE PLANNING
The Merchandise Planning team partners with buyers and vendors to achieve optimal inventory levels and drive sales, which directly impact the bottom line. The team analyzes sales trends and formulates in-depth inventory forecasts to distribute product to all stores nationwide.
MERCHANDISE PRESENTATION DEPARTMENT
The Merchandise Presentation team drives profitable sales by creating presentation strategies for Target stores. The team is a liaison with merchants, stores and other support areas to ensure proper visual creation and execution of product initiatives.
TARGET SOURCING SERVICES
The Target Sourcing Services Team partners with buyers, designers and vendors to support the product development process of owned-brand merchandise. The team sources product categories that meet the production, cost and quality requirements necessary to ensure the best product quality in our stores.
TARGET.COM MERCHANDISE PLANNING
The Target.com Merchandise Planning team works closely with merchants, distribution and vendors to successfully manage inventory for purchases made via Target.com. The team analyzes sales trends and streamlines the supply chain.
SKILLS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
• 4-year degree with strong academic performance (3.0 GPA or above)
• Recent college graduate or college graduate with one to three years of professional experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Assertiveness and strong initiative
TRAINING AND SUPPORT WE OFFER:
• In-depth classroom training program
• One-on-one mentorship training
• State-of-the-art technology systems
• Ongoing training and development classes
CAREER PATH:
See your career path on other side.
LOCATION:
Target headquarters in Minneapolis, Minnesota
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
· Please apply through your career center and on Target.com/careers
· On Campus Interview Date: 2/13/08
Based on the results of your campus interview, you may be invited to continue the selection process. Please take the opportunity to mark your calendar accordingly for the following:
Please apply through your campus career center and Target.com/careers
CAREER PATH:
MERCHANDISE PLANNING
Business Analyst à Senior Business Analyst à Swat/Expert à Manager, Merchandise Planning OR Buyer (1st Experience) à Buyer (1st Experience) OR Manager, Merchandise Planning à Buyer (2nd Experience) à Senior Buyer
MERCHANDISE PRESENTATION DEPARTMENT
Business Analyst à Senior Business Analyst à Specialist à Presentation Manager (1st Experience) à Presentation Manager (2nd Experience) à Group Manager
TARGET SOURCING SERVICES
Business Analyst à Senior Business Analyst à Product Manager (1st Experience) à Product Manager (2nd Experience) à Senior Product Manager
TARGET.COM MERCHANDISE PLANNING
Business Analyst à Senior Business Analyst à Manager, Merchandise Planning OR Merchant à Merchant OR Manager, Merchandise Planning à Lead Merchant à Senior Merchant
2. Medtronic
Interviewing on Feb. 14th
Submission deadline is Jan. 25th
Available to all majors accept the Kelley School of Business (they are interviewing there as well)
GPA: 3.0
US Citizen/Perm Residence
Before Consideration for an Interview:
In order to be considered for open positions at Medtronic, we require all candidates apply directly via our website. Please visit our website at:
www.medtronic.com/employment
Click on Job Opportunities->US and Puerto Rico and enter Requisition
#54844 for the Insulin Pump Specialist position.
Once the recruiter and hiring manager have reviewed all resumes, they will make their selections and you will be notified to make your appointment for an interview via IUCareers.com
So, you will submit your resume to the event in IUCareers AND via Medtronic's website.
The Insulin Pump Specialist is the “inside member” of an integrated sales team who works in partnership with field sales personnel to sell pump therapy to diabetic patients. In this role, the Insulin Pump Specialist will foster an existing working relationship with patients, health care providers, insurance companies and sales representatives. In addition to accepting full ownership for pre-sales issues initiated by customer and filed/division personnel, the ISP Specialist will also be the primary inside customer contact for order fulfillment and guiding patients through the process of obtaining Insulin Pumps.
Job Responsibilities
The Insulin Pump Specialist will act as a patient account relationship representative responsible for:
Serving as the first point of contact for patients to capture, record, maintain and update customer activities and call results into the Medtronic Diabetes Information System on a daily basis.
Developing relationships with patients to secure recorded information that includes, but is not limited to: customer contact details, sales stage, customer potential, call outcome, and customer follow up. Ensures information is recorded timely, accurately and in a clear and understandable manner.
Providing outgoing calls to customers to explain insurance benefits.
Serving as the customer advocate for patients as well as informs patients by developing and providing exceptional customer service.
Overcoming objections in the selling process by advising customers of Medtronic Diabetes products.
Promote and foster account relationships with various sales representatives. Key activities include:
Partners with field counterparts to achieve assigned pump revenue order processing objectives within assigned territories through acquisition of new customers. Informs and establishes prospective customers regarding all of Medtronic Diabetes products.
Consults with Diabetes Management Consultant to create, implement, and constantly improve local business plans to grow volume and improve service
Pursues all sales opportunities as generated through various company sources. Actively prospects pipeline targets.
Meet key performance indicators for sales productivity as defined by management.
Collects, analyzes and reports data regarding customer issues to the Sales Representative.
Participates in process improvement activities to ensure productive and successful business relationships.
Promote and foster account relationships with various physicians. Key activities include:
Builds relationships with office staff to facilitate document collection
Captures physician charts, labs, notes or letters of medical necessity necessary to receive Insurance approval.
Sets shipment/order processing expectations with physicians
Partners with physicians to appeal rejected submissions for prior authorizations.
Guides physician and customers in the order processing of our products
Promote and foster account relationships with various insurance companies. Key activities include:
Works within a defined level of authority to obtain verification of insurance benefits for Diabetes patients to provide potential patients with Medtronic Diabetes solutions, products, discounts, and pricing.
Serves as a customer advocate with payers
Guides payers to a level of understanding with insurance plans
3. Sears
Interviewing for Retail Management Full time and Internships
Interviewing on February 21st
Resume submission deadline is Jan. 28th
Sears is one of the nation’s largest and most successful retailers, operating nearly 900 full-line stores and 1,100 specialty stores, along with related service businesses. Historically rich yet thoroughly modern and innovative, Sears is the only retailer where consumers can find each of the Kenmore, Craftsman, DieHard and Lands’ End brands together – among the most trusted and preferred brands in the U.S. Sears also offers a variety of merchandise and services through its web sites and several specialty catalogs.
Sears is interviewing for:
Sears Retail Mangt. and Kmart Retail Mangt. available for Seniors, GPA 3.0, US Citizen/Perm Residence non Kelley School of Business (they are interviewing at Kelley, Business students see the Kelley School)
Sears Retail Mangt. Intern, and Kmart Retail Mangt. Intern available for Juniors, GPA 3.0, US Citizen/Perm Residence non Kelley School of Business (they are interviewing at Kelley, Business students see the Kelley School)
4. C.H. Robinson
Interviewing on Feb. 12
Information session on Feb. 11
All Majors
GPA 2.5
US Citizen/Perm Residency
Resume submission deadline: Jan. 30th
Who We Are:
Founded in 1905, C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Minneapolis, MN with 5,700 employees in 196 branches worldwide. CHR is the largest provider of third-party transportation logistics services in North America, as well as the world's largest marketer of fresh fruits and vegetables. C.H. Robinson’s unique corporate culture continues to lead and define the logistics industry. With gross revenues over $5.7 billion and an annual growth rate exceeding 15% per year, we recognize that success is based on innovation – not tradition. In 2004 we coordinated deliveries for 3.8 million shipments for over 18,000 customers globally. In the U.S. alone, we have over 35,000+ motor carriers under contract. Through the provision of information, facilitated by superior communication and stark dedication, CHR stands out as a business partner uniquely qualified to supply the highest quality logistics services available in the industry. We are a dynamic group of highly driven, motivated individuals revolutionizing an industry, continuously recreating a company and having an exceptional time doing it…and it shows. The energy that resonates from our office is electric. We stride confidently forward in our quest to effect positive change, develop innovative technology and provide exceptional services.
What We Do: Daily Responsibilities
Account Executive/Transportation Sales
As part of our account executive and transportation sales team, you will work with a sales representative that has a portfolio of existing accounts to manage. Immediately you will take responsibility for the growth and success of the relationship, business decisions and accountabilities. You will continue to deliver unparalleled service to your accounts while extending the integration of our systems with those of your clients. You’ll devise and execute tailored solutions to increase efficiency, add value, and maximize profitability throughout the supply chain. You will handle the day-to-day challenges that are presented in the transportation industry. This position progresses to our transportation sales position where you will engage in new account development and execution of daily freight shipments.
Lets Get Personal
Majors Recruited: All majors interested in sales.
Location: Chicago, IL.
Valued Attributes: The Go-To person. Employees are driven, dedicated, highly motivated, enthusiastic, intelligent, adaptable and passionate. Employees that excel at their positions are dependable and able to step in and participate in any role that is presented.
Working Environment: Dynamic, fast-paced, casual, energetic
Training: The training program begins with an intensive training environment that includes an introduction to the Logistics Industry, our corporate structure and philosophy, our technology and the operational functions of the organization. From this point, you will enter into a sales team where you will continue your training and have responsibility for data management, order reliability, quality improvement, compliance with legislative and regulatory issues and excellent client service.
Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits programs
Computer Skills: Microsoft applications
Prior to extension of employment, all applicants will be required to have a verification report submitted regarding employment history, criminal history, and education. Upon written request from the applicant, CH Robinson, will provide the applicant with additional information concerning the nature and scope of any such report requested by it, as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
It is a policy of C.H. Robinson to provide equal opportunities to qualified applicants. Decision on employment are made with out regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other status protected by law.
5. Random House Publishing: Full-time and Internships
Information Session
Career Development Center
Feb. 4th
6:00 p.m-7:00 p.m.
And
7:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m.
Both sessions will contain the same information. Please do not sign up for both.
Random House Publishing is coming back to our IU Campus to present information regarding the company in general as well as details on several different job and internship opportunities.
All students are welcome to attend. There are 2 sessions on the same evening, both are identical, so please only register for one of the two sessions.
Job Descriptions:
SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Full Time – 10 Weeks
Industry: Print & Publishing
Location: New York , NY
Company Description:
Random House, Inc. is the world's largest general trade book publisher. It is a division of Bertelsmann AG, one of the foremost media companies in the world.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be assigned to a specific publishing imprint or division, or a corporate area such as Sales, Finance or Publishing Operations, for a 10-week period during the summer. This individual will perform some administrative duties and responsibilities and - depending on the division and role - assist in such projects as preparing press kits, reading manuscripts, writing reports and conducting research. This is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Qualifications:
Qualified candidates should be juniors entering their senior year of college. Must have outstanding communication abilities, experience working effectively in teams and the flexibility to work on multiple projects concurrently. Must have a strong interest in book publishing. This is a paid internship.
ASSOCIATES PROGRAM & FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES
Full Time Entry Level
Industry: Print & Publishing
Location: New York , NY
Company Description:
Random House is the world's largest general trade book publisher. It is a division of Bertelsmann, one of the foremost media companies in the world. Random House provides a variety of career opportunities, challenges, and directions. Many college graduates express a desire to work in a specific field, such as editorial, marketing, publicity, information technology, operations, sales or finance. There are usually a number of jobs open at any time of year. It’s often a matter of timing, and we keep good applicants in mind if a suitable opportunity is not immediately available. Random House recognizes, welcomes, and rewards talent of all kinds. We are committed to being the magnet for high-achievement people in the book publishing business.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In New York we also offer a unique career training program. The Associates Program is ideally suited to college graduates who are passionate about publishing, but need to know more before committing to a specific area. The one-year program provides a year of training and exposure to many different aspects of the book publishing business. An Associate is assigned to a specific publishing imprint or division, and rotates through its various departments. The basic concept of the Associates Program is to explore and learn more about the many facets of publishing before committing to a particular area. After one year in the program, Associates are encouraged to apply for any open position within their area of interest. This is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required. Liberal Arts majors preferred. Must be willing to take initiative and possess strong communication skills. Looking for motivated, creative thinkers with a strong work ethic. Must have a demonstrated interest in a publishing career. Excellent computer skills a must.
6. The Actor, Director, and Writer
Wednesday January 30, 2008 - 7:00 PM
Whittenberger Auditorium in the Indiana Memorial Union
Interested in theater production, acting, directing, music, scriptwriting,
radio/television/ film, or Spiderman? Hear stage director Randy White, actor Rob
Johansen, and playwright Glen Berger discuss their artistic career paths and current
projects. Glen Berger is writing the script for Spiderman: The Musical with a musical score by Bono of U2 which is heading to Broadway in 2008 and sure to be a smash hit! Get advice from these experienced and successful professionals in the Arts. You'll have a chance to meet them in person at a reception with food and drink directly following the program in the Georgian Room. This event is brought to you by Union Board and Cardinal Stage Company. If you have any questions, please email ubarts@indiana.edu.
Alexa Lopez
Performing Arts Director
Indiana Memorial Union Board
ubarts@indiana.edu
Cell: 937. 239. 4567
www.ub.indiana.edu
