Tuesday, September 11, 2012

IUCareers.com Weekly Update: September 10-16


IN THIS ISSUE:

 

1.            Save the Date! Fall Career and Internship Fair

2.            NEW Morning Drop-In Advising

3.            Resume Submission Deadlines

4.            Featured Job and Internship Postings

5.            Career Fair Prep for Liberal Arts Students

6.            Employer Panel: Marketing Yourself for the Job & Internship Search

7.            Government Networking Night

8.            International Work: Government & Corporate Employers

9.            Getting Into Graduate School

10.          IU Bloomington Virtual Graduate School Fair

11.          Upcoming Employer Information Sessions

12.          Employer Office Hours

13.          Get Academic Credit for your Internship! Apply for ASCS-Q398, W498, or W499

14.          Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn

15.          Benefits of myIUcareers

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1. Save the Date! Fall Career and Internship Fair

 

Wednesday, September 19, 2-4 p.m., 4-7 p.m.

Harry Gladstein Fieldhouse, Indoor Track Facility - 17th Street

 

This fair gives IU students from a variety of liberal arts majors the opportunity to connect with organizations recruiting entry-level positions and/or internships. All majors are welcome to attend.

 

The first two hours of the fair (from 2-4 p.m.) are open to the students from the following Scholarship Programs at IUB:

 

- The Wells Scholars Program

- The Science, Technology, & Research Scholars (STARS)

- The Hudson and Holland Scholars Program

- The Liberal Arts & Management Program (LAMP)

- The Hutton Honors College      

- The Cox Scholars

- Phi Beta Kappa

- IU's Veteran population

 

The fair will be open to the general student population from 4-7 p.m.

 

More than 100 employers are registered for the event.  Follow this link to find out more information and what companies will be attending:  http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/index.php?event_type=&event_id=1554

 

More information about employers can be found through your myIUcareers account.

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2.  NEW Morning Drop-In Advising

 

Monday & Thursday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Monday - Friday: 12:30 - 4 p.m.

 

No appointment necessary!

Our office is located at 625 N. Jordan, the northwest corner of Jordan and 10th. 

 

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.

 

For more information about our advising services go to our website: http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/advising/undergrad_advising.php

 

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3. Resume Submission Deadlines for On-Campus Interviews

 

Listed below are submission deadlines for the next month. To access the full list of on-campus interviews and view resume submissions that you qualify for, log into your myIUcareers account which can be accessed from iucareers.com.  Once logged in, hover over "On-Campus" tab at top of screen; select "Interviews I'm Qualified for."

 

9/10 - DISH Network, multiple positions available

9/11 - Jay-C Food Stores, Ruler Store Manager & Ruler Area Manager

9/14 - State Farm Insurance Company, Actuarial & Actuarial Analyst Trainees

9/18 - Cargill, Quality Management Chemist & Quality Management Chemist Intern

9/21 - Chico's FAS, Executive Management Training Program - Merchandising

9/21 - The Hartford, Associate Claim Representative

9/24 - Consolidated Graphics, Leadership Development Program

9/25 - PepsiCo/Pepsi Beverages Company, Sales Development Program

9/26 - Ross Stores, Assistant Buyer Intern & Location Planning Analyst Intern

 

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4. Featured Job and Internship Postings

 

To access the full list of position postings and learn more about the positions, log into your myIUcareers account which can be accessed from iucareers.com.  Once logged in, hover over "Job Search" tab at top of screen and select "Job Search."

 

Full-Time (Professional)

 

- T&M Equipment - Technical Sales Coordinator

- Verizon Wireless - Retail Leadership Development Program

- Egen Solutions Inc - Java Developer

- Lighthouse Autism Center - ABA Therapist

 

Internships

 

- IU Office of Sustainability - Internship Program in Sustainability

- National 4-H Council - Program Assistant for Citizenship Washington Focus

- Draftfcb - Intern

- Livestrong - Human Resources Intern

 

Part-Time

 

- The Village at Muller Park - Senior Leasing Position

- Bloomington Parks and Rec - Rink Guard, Frank Southern Center

- Esan Thai Restaurant - Server

- Criminal Justice Department - Reader for Blind A.I.

 

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5. Career Fair Prep for Liberal Arts Students        

 

Tuesday, September 11, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Career Development Center, 625 N. Jordan Avenue

 

Are you prepared for the career fair? Do you know how to best present the diverse skills developed as a Liberal Arts major to give you a competitive advantage in the business world?   The Career Development Center can help you develop your career fair plan and answer questions about career fair etiquette.

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

REQUIRED: Please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click on the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Click the "Register for Event" button.

 

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6. Employer Panel: Marketing Yourself for the Job & Internship Search

 

Tuesday, September 18, 4 - 5:30 p.m.

Georgian Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

What does it take to effectively market yourself as a young professional? Join a diverse panel of employers that actively recruit students through the Career Development Center for a panel discussion, Q&A and networking. Employers will provide advice on effective networking/job search strategies, resume/cover letter development, interview preparation and negotiation and the college-to-work transition.

 

Panelists include:

- Chico's

- Chrysler

- City Year Chicago

- Dyson

- Pep Promotions

- Procter & Gamble

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

REQUIRED: Please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click on the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Click the "Register for Event" button.

 

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7. Government Networking Night

 

Tuesday, September 18, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Oak Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

Please join IU Alumni and professionals from the law enforcement and security industries for an evening of networking. Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their career paths, organizational opportunities, and will provide advice for students entering the world-of-work. There will be light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with guest speakers.

 

Panelists include:

- Smithsonian Institution

- Department of Labor

- Customs and Border Protection

- Environmental Protection Agency

- Center for Disease Control

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

REQUIRED: Please dress in business casual attire (dress shirt with dress pants or skirt).

 

REQUIRED: Please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click on the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Click the "Register for Event" button.

 

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8.  International Work: Government & Corporate Employers

 

Thursday, September 20, 5 - 8 p.m.

Georgian Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

The purpose of the event is to provide students the opportunity to learn the specifics of the government hiring process and career paths, and then learn the same from private and corporate employers. All employers will be present at the networking hour.

 

Event Schedule:

5:00pm-6:00pm - Government Employer Panel 6:00pm-7:00pm - Networking Hour 7:00pm-8:00pm - Corporate Employer Panel

 

Panelists Include:

- CIA

- US Department of Commerce: US Commercial Service

- Peace Corps

- ConocoPhillips

- Roche

- Chemonics

- Procter & Gamble

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

REQUIRED: Please dress in business casual attire (dress shirt with dress pants or skirt).

 

REQUIRED: Please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click on the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Click the "Register for Event" button.

 

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9. Getting into Graduate School

 

Tuesday, September 25, 6:30-8:00pm

Frangipani Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

Are You Considering Graduate School?

Learn how to prepare by gaining valuable information on how to decide if graduate school is right for you, choosing and researching programs, funding, and many other topics.

 

Want to Meet Professionals That Can Help?

Immediately following the presentation you will have the opportunity to meet professionals from departments across campus and current graduate students who can help you in your journey.

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

REQUIRED: Please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click on the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Click the "Register for Event" button.

 

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10. IU Bloomington Virtual Graduate School Fair

 

Thursday, September 27, 9am - 5pm

Virtual

 

Chat live with a graduate school recruiter or admissions representative to gain important information about graduate school programs. This fair will provide you with the convenience of choosing chat times that accommodate your schedule. To register for the virtual event please visit http://www.iub.careereco.net/.

 

For more information, go to the event website:


 

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11. Upcoming Employer Information Sessions

 

To find additional information about upcoming Information Sessions, visit our Events Calendar website: http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/.

 

For all events, please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click "Career Events" tab at top of website; select event. On event screen, click "Register for Event" button.

 

CIA OPEN SOURCE CENTER

Tuesday, September 11, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

MONARCH BEVERAGE

Monday, September 17, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

AMWAY

Tuesday, September 18, 7 - 8 p.m.

Maple Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

PEACE CORPS

Tuesday, September 18, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Maple Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

TURNER BROADCASTING

Tuesday, September 18, 6 - 7 p.m.

Georgian Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

CIA

Wednesday, September 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

DISH NETWORK

Wednesday, September 19, 8 - 9 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

CHEMONICS

Thursday, September 20, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Walnut Room, Indiana Memorial Union

 

DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM

Thursday, September 20, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

DYSON

Thursday, September 20, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANY

Thursday, September 27, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave

 

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12. Employer Office Hours

 

An office hour hosted by an employer is an open, non-restricted interview schedule. To participate, you must sign up through your myIUcareer account. After logging in, hover over "On-Campus Interviews" and click "Interviews I'm Qualified for." Then, select appropriate employer and follow the on-screen instructions.

 

CIA OPEN SOURCE CENTER OFFICE HOURS

Tuesday, September 11, 2:30 - 5 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave.

 

OFFICE HOURS WITH DYSON

Tuesday, September 18, 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Career Development Center: 625 N. Jordan Ave.

 

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13. Get Academic Credit for your Internship! Apply for ASCS-Q398, W498, or W499

 

Everyone knows that internships can be stellar additions to your resume. You can also reflect your internship experience on your transcript by taking one of the Career Development Center's Internship Courses.

 

ASCS Q398 provides up to 3 academic credits for your internship, depending on the number of hours you will be working.

 

ASCS W498 and W499 are non-credit options which will reflect your work experience on your transcript and allow you to maintain your half-time or full-time student status while you are doing your internship.

 

The fall application deadline for ASCS Q398/W498/W499 is October 1st.

 

To learn more about course requirements and the application process, go to http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/courses/q398_w499.php

 

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14. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn

 

Join the Career Development Center's Fan page on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to receive updates on events and services, interesting career news, and much more.

 



LinkedIn: IU Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services--Group Page

 

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15. Benefits of myIUcareers

 

Set up your FREE online account at iucareers.com. myIUcareers is the first place to look for local and national full- and part-time job postings, internships, and externships.  Unlike large job boards, myIUcareers is restricted only to IU students, so you face less competition. Other benefits include:

 

- Participate in on-campus interviews for internship and full-time employment

 

- Search IU targeted online postings for part-time, internship, fellowship, work-study, and full-time positions

 

- Access to events calendar: on-campus interviews, information sessions, employer info sessions, career fairs, and networking nights

 

- RSVP for office events

 

- Obtain contact information for employers

 

For more information, go to:


 

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Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services

625 N. Jordan Ave, Bloomington, Indiana

(812) 855-5234