IN THIS ISSUE:
* FEATURED JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS
* myIUcareers DOWN FOR SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ON FRIDAY, MAY 29
* DROP-IN ADVISING SUMMER SCHEDULE (UNDERGRADUATES ONLY)
* NEW ASCS COURSE FOR FALL 2009
* REGISTER FOR FALL 2009 ASCS COURSES
* FALL 2009 CAREER FAIRS
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FEATURED JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS
Don’t forget to check the full-time, part-time, and internship postings on myIUcareers. Below is a preview of what is currently available:
Full-time positions:
* Indiana University Alumni Association, Web Programming Assistant
* Indiana House of Representatives/Republican staff/Communications Office, Press Secretary
* Maxim Healthcare Services, Healthcare Recruiter/Entry Level Sales Management
* Elkhart Public Library, Outreach Coordinator
Internships:
* City of Chicago, Student Intern
* The LaSalle Network, Marketing Intern
* IU Office of Creative Services, Web Developer Internship
* Indiana Sports Corporation, Sports Indiana Intern
* Girl Scouts of Tulip Trace Council, Non-Profit Management Intern
Part-time positions:
* IU Campus Bus Service, Campus Bus Operator (Non-Work Study)
* TownePlace Suites - Bloomington, Front Desk Representative (Non-Work Study)
* Boys and Girls Clubs of Bloomington/Ellettsville, Summer Camp Membership Desk Coordinator (Non-Work Study)
* Indiana Geological Survey, Computer Support Assistant (Non-Work Study)
* IU Mathers Museum of World Cultures, Mathers Museum Assistant (Work-Study)
* Community Kitchen of Monroe County, Inc., Kitchen Staff (Work-Study)
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myIUcareers DOWN FOR SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ON FRIDAY, MAY 29
The myIUcareers system will unavailable from 3 p.m. on Friday, May 29 until 8 a.m. on Saturday, May 30. Job postings will be inaccessible during this time.
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DROP-IN ADVISING SUMMER SCHEDULE (UNDERGRADUATES ONLY)
Drop-in advising is available without appointment Tuesday-Thursday from 1-3 p.m. in the Career Development Center. Drop-in appointments take 15-20 minutes. Career advisors answer general questions about majors or careers; critique resumes and cover letters; explain what resources are available on campus; and get students started on internship, job, and graduate school searches. If additional time is required, the advisor will help the student make an hour-long advising appointment.
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NEW ASCS COURSE FOR FALL 2009
ASCS Q377, The Art of Meaningful Work
3.0 credit hours
In the 20th century, the illustrious psychologist and concentration camp survivor Viktor Frankl wrote: "The truth is that as the struggle for survival has subsided, the question has emerged – survival for what? Ever more people today have the means to live, but no meaning to live for." Now, in the rapidly changing world of the 21st century and contemporary issues of economic, social, and environmental concern, most of us would like to find meaning in our work, and the sense that there is a deeper purpose to our lives. Each of us wants to serve the world in our own unique way, and yet it is easy to lose touch, or never really become clear about, what this might mean for us. In this course we will examine the idea that each of us has a “calling” or unique gift to bring into the world. We will ask questions such as, What kind of world do I want to live in? What are the personal gifts that I can bring into my work, and to others? What moves me to want to act? Through experientia!
l and self-reflective individual and group exercises from a variety of perspectives, you will be challenged to deeply explore personal issues of meaning, spirituality, authenticity, purpose, creativity and service. The discussion component of this class will be emphasized, and you will be asked to dig deep in order to help yourself and your peers discover your own authentic way of being in the world of work, and the calling to which you are led.
NOTE: THIS CLASS IS RESERVED FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS WHO HAVE NOT TAKEN ASCS-Q 294.
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REGISTER FOR FALL 2009 ASCS COURSES
Unsure how to choose a major or career? Want to learn how to research career fields, find opportunities, write resumes and cover letters, and interview like a pro? Our courses address the needs of all students from the freshman class to graduating seniors.
ASCS Q294: BASIC CAREER DEVELOPMENT
ASCS Q294 is designed for freshmen and sophomores who are choosing a major or exploring career fields. The course describes three steps for making informed career decisions:
* Self-definition: Explore your interests, values, skills, and personality as they relate to careers and occupational environments.
* Structured decision-making: Choose a potential major or career using a systematic method.
* Research in depth: Discover what you don't know about majors and careers and familiarize yourself with campus and community resources.
By the end of this course, you'll understand clearly how your academic choices relate to your career options.
Q294 is a 2 credit hour, 8 week course offered through the College of Arts & Sciences but open to any student.
ASCS Q275 BUILDING YOUR PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO
ASCS Q275 teaches students how to create a professional portfolio and use it as a marketing tool for employers and graduate programs.
* Students create their own professional portfolio, a tangible record of their academic and extracurricular accomplishments.
* We discuss ways to convey the value of a liberal arts background to potential employers.
* The portfolio encourages students to reflect on what they do well now and what skills they need to build.
* We connect this self-evaluation to future course and career decisions.
* There is a final in-class presentation but no final exam. The final presentation is used to practice talking about one's own work in a professional setting.
Q275 is a 1 credit hour, 8 week course offered through the College of Arts & Sciences but open to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
ASCS Q299: JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES FOR LIBERAL ARTS STUDENTS
ASCS Q299 teaches students how to conduct an effective job search. Students learn fundamental skills, including how to:
* Craft a targeted resume outlining relevant skills and qualifications.
* Expand on past experiences in a cover letter.
* Understand interviewing dynamics from the employer's perspective.
* Network effectively.
By the end of the course, students will also be able to:
* Analyze how their skills, interests, and values should influence their course and career decisions.
* Convey the value of a liberal arts background to potential employers.
* Find and use the research tools available on campus and online.
* Prepare for a smooth transition from college to postgraduate life.
Q299 is a 2 credit hour, 8 week course that is offered through the College of Arts & Sciences but open to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors.
ASCS Q398 AND W499: INTERNSHIP--THEORY INTO PRACTICE
ASCS Q398 and W499 are internship courses offered through the College of Arts & Sciences and administered by the Career Development Center. Q398 provides credit for your internship. W499 is a noncredit course used simply to maintain full-time student status. Visit http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/courses/q398_w499.ph for more information.
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FALL 2009 CAREER FAIRS
FALL JOBS FAIR
Friday, August 28, 9-11 a.m. (Work Study) and 1:00-3:00 p.m. (Non-Work Study) Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall
Looking for employment on or off campus? Local Bloomington and on-campus employers will be looking for part-time employees at the Fall Jobs Fair! (Only students awarded work-study should attend from 9-11 a.m.; all students welcome at the afternoon fair.)
RETAIL & DESIGN CAREER FAIR
Wednesday, September 23, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall
If you'd like an entry-level position or internship in research, design, manufacturing, merchandising or retail sales and management, come meet with representatives of dozens of companies, including some of the biggest and most famous retail and design firms in the world!
LIFE SCIENCES CAREER FAIR
Thursday, October 8, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Grand Foyer, IU Auditorium
Indiana University is committed to the state-wide mission of supporting the field of life sciences. The Life Sciences Career Fair gives IU undergraduate and graduate students from a variety of majors the opportunity to connect with life sciences organizations recruiting entry level and advanced positions and/or internships in the sciences, business, technology, liberal arts, public relations, marketing, management, human resources and more!
GOVERNMENT CAREER FAIR
Monday, October 19, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Indiana Memorial Union, Alumni Hall
The Government Career Fair sponsored by Arts & Sciences Career Services, the Law School, the School of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs promotes interaction between students and employers in the government sector by providing an opportunity to network and discuss general career information. Government offices and organizations attend to meet potential candidates for job openings and internships within their organizations.
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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
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