GET YOUR 30 MINUTES OF FAME!
The Career Development Center is looking for experienced juniors and seniors to share their advice with freshmen and sophomores in our Q294 (Basic Career Development) course. If you've had experience with student organizations, volunteer work, internships, and/or study abroad programs, this is a great chance to inspire other students! The dates and times of the Q294 student panel sessions are:
Section # Date Time Location
12248 Wed. Feb. 13 11:15a SY002
12250 Thurs. Feb. 14 11:15a Career Development Center
12251 Thurs. Feb. 14 2:30p Career Development Center
If you would like to participate in a 30-minute panel session, please choose a class section(s) that will work for you and contact Doug Hanvey at dhanvey@indiana.edu. A confirmation email will follow.
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RECREATION, PARK AND TOURISM STUDIES INTERNSHIP/JOB FAIR
Tuesday, Feb. 5
10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
HPER Gym 163
Approximately 30-40 Organizations/Employers will be on at the event to meet Indiana University students for summer internships, volunteer opportunities and full time jobs. This is a great opportunity for students to network and secure summer internships that will provide them with great experiences that are transferable to their future career. Open to all majors.
For more information contact Julie S. Knapp, 812-856-1068.
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ATTENTION ALL SENIORS!
Have a fear of the unknown? You are not alone.
The transition from college to the “real world” can be a difficult one if you don’t have the right information. The Career Development Center’s Backpack to Briefcase Workshop Series is designed to equip you with some essential knowledge that will assist you in the transition.
Wednesday, Feb. 6
Relocation 101: Everything You Need to Know but Were Afraid to Ask
Wednesday, Feb. 20
Living on Your Own vs. Moving Back Home: Personal Financial, Planning, Loans, and Budgeting
These events will take place at 6:30 p.m.
in the Career Development Center/Arts and Sciences Career Services
625 North Jordan, (Corner of 10th and Jordan).
Please RSVP to IUCareers.com. Seating is limited!
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THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY WOULD LIKE TO ANNOUNCE THE NEXT TWO “FUTURES IN BIOLOGY” LECTURES OF THE SPRING SEMESTER.
These lectures focus on science-related careers, but they are open to any student, faculty, or staff member at IU, as well as community members. Each lecture has a panel of speakers, so there is bound to be one career path that interests you! Pizza and drinks are served at each lecture.
GETTING YOUR DREAM JOB: DEVELOP AN EFFECTIVE RESUME
Wednesday, Feb. 6
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Jordan Hall 009
Description: Due to this session’s previous popularity, the Career Development Center will return to teach you how to write an effective résumé or improve upon your current résumé. If you’re about to graduate or just want to learn how to brush-up your résumé, this workshop is for you. Note that space is limited for this session and you must reserve a spot; to do so, email Christie Wahlert at cwahlert@indiana.edu. Be sure to bring a copy of your current résumé with you!
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: OPPORTUNITIES IN EDUCATION AND NON-PROFITS
Wednesday, Feb. 13
Pre-Lecture Reception 5:30-6:00 p.m.
Lecture 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Jordan Hall 009
Description: Are you interested in a career at a zoo? As an instructional designer? At a non-profit that allows kids to learn through play? If so, this session is for you! We have a variety of speakers attending this lecture, but they all have one thing in common: they all play a role in non-profit management and education. Come hear about the career paths of the Associate Executive Director of Wonderlab, an instructional design consultant and developer, and a marine mammal trainer at the Indianapolis Zoo. If you would like to attend the pre-lecture reception from 5:30-6:00 pm and have a chance to network with these speakers one-on-one, please send an email to Christie Wahlert at cwahlert@indiana.edu.
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ACC CAREER FAIR AND RECEPTION
Co-sponsored by Career Development Center
Thursday, Feb. 7
2 – 5 p.m.
Asian Culture Center, 807 E. 10th Street
Take advantage of this great opportunity to network with alumni and friends about their career paths and get your resume and cover letter critiqued by a Career Development Center Advisor. Don’t miss your chance to connect with alumni representing a variety of professions such as education, business, government, arts, management, medicine, computer science and other fields. Please come and bring your friends. Open to everyone! Refreshments will be served.
For more information, please contact acc@indiana.edu or call 856-5361.
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LIBERTY MUTUAL DAY
Thursday, Feb. 7
Career Development Center
The Liberty Mutual team will be on campus offering one on one mock interviews and/or resume critiques. They will also offer an Information Session that evening in the Career Resource Library.
For more information and sign ups login in to IUCareers.com
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RECRUITER IN RESIDENCE, WOLSELY NORTH AMERICA
Tuesday, Feb. 12
Career Development Center
Kelsey Huber, Recruiting Executive from Wolsely North America, a leading supplier of construction materials and services throughout North America and Europe, will be at the Career Development Center as an Employer in Residence. This event is to help students sharpen their interview skills and have their resume critiqued by a professional. For more details and to sign up, login to IUCareers.com
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INDIANA EMPLOYER CAREER FAIR
Wednesday, Feb. 13
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Alumni Hall, Indiana Memorial Union
Looking for a job or internship in Indiana? If so, interested candidates should plan on attending the Indiana Employer Career Fair sponsored by the Career Service Offices of College of Arts & Sciences, Kelley School of Business, School of Informatics, and School of Public and Environmental Affairs. This event is designed for students and job seekers who want to work in the state of Indiana. Recruiters are looking for qualified candidates from a variety of academic backgrounds with an interest in acquiring full-time or internship positions. Remember to dress professionally and bring several copies of your resume.
For a list of employers, see IUCareers.com.
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ABBOTT, INFORMATION SESSION
Thursday, Feb. 14
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Career Development Center
Learn about the company culture and career path at Abbott. Sign up for this session via IUCareers.com
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF” A BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATE AT GENERAL MILLS
Wednesday, Feb. 27
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center
625 N. Jordan Ave.
Pizza and refreshments provided!
Ken Bertha, Executive Recruiter, and his team will be providing a unique opportunity for you to experience a glimpse into the daily life of a Business Management Associate for the General Mills Corporation. During this special event you will get hands on project based experience with the assistance of the General Mills team. To learn how to get a seat at this event and for more specific details login to IUCareers.com
Other exciting employers that will be interviewing at the Career Development Center:
1. Aerotek Inc.
Interviewing for Recruiter Trainee
Interviews: Feb. 12
Resume Submission Deadline: Feb. 3
2. Coca Cola Enterprises
Information Session Feb. 26
Interviews on Feb. 27
Resume deadline: Feb. 7
3. Liberty Mutual
Associate Claims Specialist and Information Systems Analyst
Recruiting on campus March 5
Resume submission deadline: Feb. 12
4. WestPoint Financial
Financial Advisor
Recruiting on Feb. 25
Resume deadline: Feb. 7
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WANT TO WORK AT A SUMMER CAMP?
Come to the Summer Camp Jobs Fair,
Thursday, Feb. 21
11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Alumni Hall, IMU.
If you're interested in teaching, counseling, outdoor education, recreation management, sports marketing, social work, and many other career fields, working at a camp will enhance your skills in communication, problem solving, leadership, and event planning, and can be an invaluable experience to have on a resume! No previous camp experience is necessary. Many camps will work with you to turn your counselor position into an internship. Match your special skills this summer with a job that is fun, exciting and offers you a valuable learning experience. Over 60 camps from across the country will be coming to Bloomington on February 21 to meet YOU. Will you be there?
To see a list of participating camps, please visit IUCareers.com. For additional information about the Summer Camp Jobs Fair, contact Doug Hanvey at dhanvey@indiana.edu.
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Big Ten Conference Career Expo
Friday, March 14
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Union Station, Indianapolis
Internships as well as permanent jobs available at the Expo. The event will feature 100 employers (including the 11 Big Ten universities) with a focus on marketing, media and sports-related industries while still allowing for participation by traditional employers of national stature and/or importance to the Big Ten universities.
Interested students and alumni should visit www.bigtencareerexpo.com to register.
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When you’re looking for jobs, be sure to check both the “Job Board” for job listings (by using the “search jobs” feature) and the “Interview and Events” tab to find jobs that will have on-campus interviews.
Benefits of IUCareers.com:
• Participate in on-campus interviews for internships and full-time post-graduation employment
• Access online postings of part-time, internships, fellowships, and permanent positions 24/7.
• View the IU Career Development Center/Arts and Sciences Career Services calendar of interview and events and RSVP for workshops and employer presentations
• Publish your resume to IUCareers.com “Resume Book”
• Obtain contact information for employers actively partnered with the Career Development Center/Arts and Sciences Career Services
• Subscribe and unsubscribe to the Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services listserve.
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