Friday, February 27, 2009

IUCareers.com Weekly Update: March 2-6

IN THIS ISSUE:

* RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES
* OPEN INTERVIEW SCHEDULE DEADLINES
* HEALTH PROGRAMS FAIR
* INTERVIEWING 101
* RESUME WRITING 101
* DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM RECRUITMENT INFORMATION SESSION
* GLOBAL CAREERS: SLAVIC AND EAST EUROPEAN CAREER NIGHT
* BIG TEN CONFERENCE CAREER EXPO

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RESUME SUBMISSION DEADLINES:

3/27/09:
AT&T Mobility-Nationwide
Position: Retail Sales Leadership Program

3/30/09:
Conseco Services, LLC
Position: Agent Care Representative

Submit your resume and learn more about these and other positions through myIUcareers.

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OPEN INTERVIEW SCHEDULE DEADLINES:

3/3/09:
Edward Jones
Position: Financial Advisor

3/10/09:
Fund for the Public Interest
Position: Citizen Outreach Director

4/13/09:
Walgreens
Positions: Retail Management Trainee, Retail Management Internship

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HEALTH PROGRAMS FAIR
Wednesday, March 4, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Alumni Hall, Indiana Memorial Union

Attending the Health Programs Fair is crucial for students planning to apply to medical schools or considering a career in the health professions! Come find out about career options and educational opportunities related to the healthcare professions! Meet directly with representatives from medical schools and health professions programs. Find out about volunteer opportunities and student organizations.

Co-sponsored by IU Health Professions and Prelaw Center and the Departments of Applied Health Science, Biology, Chemistry, Kinesiology, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, and Speech & Hearing Sciences, the Human Biology Program, and the School of Nursing.

To learn more, visit http://www.hpplc.indiana.edu/medicine/med-hpf.shtml.

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INTERVIEWING 101
Wednesday, March 4, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Join us at this workshop to learn how to successfully execute this important part of the job search. Topics will include: - Types of interviews - What to expect - How to prepare - What to wear - Tips for dealing with anxiety - And much more! There is no bad time to improve your interviewing skills! Don’t miss this great opportunity to give yourself a competitive advantage.

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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RESUME WRITING 101
Thursday, March 5, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Join us at this workshop to learn how to successfully execute this important part of the job search. Topics will include: - Why having a good resume is important - How to strategically format and organize your resume - Using the job description to your advantage - How to sell yourself using your past experiences - The do’s and don’ts of successful resume writing - And much more! There is no bad time to learn how to improve your resume! Don’t miss this great opportunity to give yourself a competitive advantage.

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM RECRUITMENT INFORMATION SESSION Monday, March 9, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Fine Arts 015

Are you a college student who is looking for: A paid internship opportunity that will stand out on a resume? A chance to work with world-renowned leadership and gain useful, transferable skills? A custom-designed learning curriculum that offers opportunity to gain college credit? An opportunity to meet people from around the world, make lifelong friends, and have fun? As a part of the Disney College Program at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, or Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida, participants can take part in the internship of a lifetime. While working in front line roles at our Theme Parks and Resorts, participants will network with leaders, learn transferable skills, gain real-world experience, and be a part of a team of Cast Members from hundreds of job disciplines. Participants on the Disney College Program also custom design a learning curriculum that best suits their needs and interests, complete education courses and specialized learning acti!
vities, and can possibly earn college credit while doing so. Each program offers its own unique opportunities, so get started today by exploring which is best suited for you!

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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GLOBAL CAREERS: SLAVIC AND EAST EUROPEAN CAREER NIGHT Wednesday, March 11, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.

Let us introduce you to career paths where language skills and knowledge of Russia and Eastern Europe are necessary. We will have 4-5 alumni and panelists speak to you about careers in their field and the resources available at IU. There will also be time set aside to meet individually with panelists for networking.

RSVP through myIUcareers.

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BIG TEN CONFERENCE CAREER EXPO
Friday, March 13, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Union Station, Indianapolis, IN

This is your chance to be introduced to top-tier employers that are interested in hiring full-time or internship positions within their companies. As a Big Ten Conference student or alum, you are invited to register and attend the Big Ten Conference Career Expo. This Career Expo will be different than any other you'll attend. It will take place in conjunction with the 2009 Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament in the heart of Indianapolis. This is a business casual event, no suits necessary! Some benefits for Big Ten students or alumni attending this Career Expo are: * Interviews will take place on-site. * Once registered, you will receive updates when new employers sign on to attend. * Employers will be able to search in advance to find areas of interest, major or geographical location. * There will be a cyber cafe area set aside for you to update your resume. * Giveaways and drawings for participants. * Employers are signed up by invitation only. * You'll be able to check to!
see job openings from the participating employers prior to the Expo. This will be a great opportunity for students and alumni to network with each other and employers alike. In addition to the Expo, downtown restaurants will be designated for each of the Big Ten universities. When you're not at the Expo, you'll be able to attend Big Ten Men's Basketball Tournament games, visit your school's downtown restaurant and meet other students and alumni.

Visit www.bigtencareerexpo.com for more info.

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For more information on these and other events, visit www.iucareers.com and sign in to your myIUcareers account.

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When you’re looking for jobs, be sure to check the job listings (by using the "search jobs" feature) as well as the Interviews and Events tabs to find jobs that will have on-campus interviews.

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BENEFITS OF myIUcareers:

Participate in on-campus interviews for internship and full-time employment/Access online postings for part-time, internship, fellowship, and full-time positions/View the IU Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services calendar of interviews and events and RSVP for workshops and employer information sessions/ Obtain contact information for employers actively partnered with the Career Development Center and Arts and Sciences Career Services