Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Career Development Center Update


IN THIS ISSUE:



* FEATURED JOB AND INTERNSHIP POSTINGS

* SENIOR SURVEY: WIN $200!

* 6-WEEK SUMMER CAREER COURSES: REGISTER NOW!

* GET INDORSED! CAREER READY GRADUATE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

* EARLY-BIRD RESUME CRITIQUES

* INTERVIEW SPACE AT THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER



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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:



* James Hardie Building Products, Inc., Customer Account Representative, Job ID 16397

* Primerica Inc., Bilingual Part-Time & Full-Time Associates & Managers, Job ID 16391

* Citizens Action Coalition, Organizer, Job ID 16342

* UNIQLO USA, Manager-in-training Program, Job ID 16275



Internships:



* Monroe County CASA, Inc., Database Manager Intern, Job ID 16496

* Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Intern, Job ID 16468

* Peace Corps of the United States, Campus Ambassador - Campaign Support, Job ID 16393

* Author Solutions, Inc., Public Relations Intern, Job ID 16344



Part-time positions:



* Renaissance Rentals, LLC, Front Desk Clerk , Job ID 15848

* IU Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services, Career Ambassador, Job ID 16011

* Indiana University Athletic Ticket Office, Ticket Office Staff Assistant, Job ID 16349

* IU Medical Sciences Program Research Lab, Lab Assistant, Job ID 16227



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SENIOR SURVEY: WIN $200!



Share your post-graduation plans with us-take the Senior Survey from the Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services! Beginning April 16th, seniors will find a link to the survey in your email inboxes. Those who complete the survey will have a chance to win $200. The Senior Survey may only be completed by seniors in the College of Arts and Sciences who are graduating in May.



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6-WEEK SUMMER CAREER COURSES: REGISTER NOW!



Take advantage of the reduced summer tuition cost, and enroll in a summer career course! The following courses are available for registration. Hurry! We only have one section of each course!



ASCS Q299: MARKETING YOURSELF FOR THE JOB & INTERNSHIP SEARCH 1st 6-Week Summer Session: May 8-June 15 Meeting days/times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:20 a.m.-12 p.m.



ASCS Q299 is a 2 credit hour course offered to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors. 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.



ASCS Q294: BASIC CAREER DEVELOPMENT

2nd 6-Week Summer Session: June 18-July 27 Meeting days/times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:20 a.m.-12 p.m.



ASCS is a 2 credit hour course offered to all freshmen and sophomores. ASCS Q294 is designed for freshmen and sophomores who are choosing a major or exploring career fields. The course includes 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.



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GET INDORSED! CAREER READY GRADUATE CERTIFICATION PROGRAM



Need a road map for your career development plan? Want to be recognized for your career preparation? Get ready and get recognized-apply now for the INdorsed Career Ready Graduate Certification Program!



The INdorsed Career Ready Graduate Program is a statewide standard used by colleges and universities to certify students' preparation for professional work. By attaining this certificate, you will be more equipped and prepared to maneuver this very competitive job market.



Benefits include working 1:1 with a career mentor, obtaining a Certificate of Career Readiness to market on your resume, and getting a leg up on your competition.



Limited space is available, so act now! For more information about this exciting new program contact Andy Bosk at abosk@indiana.edu.



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EARLY-BIRD RESUME CRITIQUES

Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Ave.



Nervous about the "real world?" Not sure about how to prepare? Need help making or updating your resume? The Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services is now offering early-bird resume critiques in addition to regular drop-in advising hours.



Questions? Call 812.855.5234.



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INTERVIEW SPACE AT THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER



Do you have an upcoming phone or Skype interview? Don't worry about roommate distractions, dropped calls, or slow internet connections - reserve one of the Career Development Center's Interview Suites! To learn more or make a reservation, contact Jeremy Harmon at (812)-855-0576 or jeharmon@indiana.edu. 



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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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