Communication and Culture Online: Career Development Center Weekly Update: October 21-27

Career Development Center and Arts & Sciences Career Services

IN THIS ISSUE:

1. Counseling and Social Work Networking Night

2. How to Succeed in Business as a Liberal Arts Major: Douglas Freeland, McDonald's USA Director - Customer Engagement

3. Broadcast Media and Entertainment Networking Night

4. Writing, Editing, and Publishing Networking Night

5. Undergraduate Drop-In Career Advising Hours

6. Resume Submission Deadlines for On-Campus Interviews

7. Featured Job and Internship Postings

8. Upcoming Employer Information Sessions

9. IU Law School Fair

10. What's Next for You @ IU!

11. School of Public Health Internship and Job Fair

12. IU Alumni Association presents Life After IU-Knock, Knock

13. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and LinkedIn

14. Benefits of myIUcareers

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1. Counseling and Social Work Networking Night

Tuesday, October 22, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

DeVault Alumni Center, 1000 E. 17th St.

Please join IU Alumni and professionals in the counseling and social work fields for an evening of networking and fun. Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their career paths, organizational opportunities, and sharing advice for students entering the world-of-work. An introduction to networking will be followed by light refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with the guest speakers.

Networking Nights are collaborative events hosted by the IU Career Development Center and the IU Alumni Association. Their purpose is to provide students the opportunity to learn the art of networking through interaction with professionals in their field of interest.

The panel session will include:

Bloomington Meadows Hospital

Catholic Charities Bloomington

Centerstone

Family Solutions

OASIS

Melanie Stone, PhD

We prefer that students RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com.

Business casual attire (dress shirt, dress pants, or skirt) is appropriate for this event. Don't miss this great networking opportunity!

Learn more here:

http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/index.php?event_type=&event_id=1916

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2. How to Succeed in Business as a Liberal Arts Major: Douglas Freeland, McDonald's USA Director - Customer Engagement

Tuesday, October 29; 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Career Development Center, 625 North Jordan Ave.

Douglas Freeland, McDonald's USA Director - Customer Engagement & Alliances Director - McDonald's All American Games, will be available for a group discussion on Tuesday, October 29.

Mr. Freeland oversees the popular Monopoly at McDonald's promotion, the prestigious McDonald's All American High School Basketball Games, and sports and entertainment initiatives across a variety of platforms. An 18-year McDonald's veteran, Mr. Freeland displays an innovative, action-oriented approach coupled with a decisive leadership style. He leverages brand assets and branded content to attract media and publicity and drive sales.

Mr. Freeland graduated with a B.A. in Telecommunications from Indiana University in 1980. He joined Foote, Cone and Belding advertising in 1980 followed by stints at J. Walter Thompson advertising and Quaker Oats Company. He began his McDonald's career in 1995.

Business casual attire (dress shirt, dress pants, or skirt) is appropriate for this event.

To attend the information session, please RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Once logged in, click the "Career Events" tab at top of website and select the event. Then, click the "Register for Event" button.

For more information, go to the event website: http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/index.php?event_type=&event_id=1931

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3. Broadcast Media and Entertainment Networking Night

Tuesday, November 5; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DeVault Alumni Center, 1000 E. 17th St.

Please join IU Alumni and professionals in the broadcast media and entertainment field for an evening of networking and fun. Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their career paths, organizational opportunities, and sharing advice for students entering the world-of-work. An introduction to networking will be followed by light refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with the guest speakers.

We prefer that students RSVP through your myIUcareers account, accessible at iucareers.com. Business casual attire (dress shirt, dress pants, or skirt) is appropriate for this event. Don't miss this great networking opportunity!

Learn more here:

http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/index.php?event_type=&event_id=1917

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4. Writing, Editing, and Publishing Networking Night

Monday, November 18; 6:30-8:30 p.m.

DeVault Alumni Center, 1000 E. 17th St.

Please join IU Alumni and professionals representing careers in writing, editing, and publishing for an evening of networking and fun. Guest speakers will participate in a panel discussion focusing on their career paths, organizational opportunities, and sharing advice for students entering the world-of-work. An introduction to networking will be followed by light refreshments and the opportunity to mingle with the guest speakers.

Networking Nights are collaborative events hosted by the IU Career Development Center and the IU Alumni Association. Its purpose is to provide students the opportunity to learn the art of networking through interaction with professionals in their field of interest.

Learn more here:

http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/index.php?event_type=2&event_id=1918

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5. Undergraduate Drop-In Career Advising Hours

Starting Monday, August 26th, our drop-in advising hours will be:

Mondays: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Monday-Friday: 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Undergraduate drop-in career advising is available without appointment in the Career Development Center, which is located at 625 N. Jordan on the northwest corner of Jordan and 10th. Drop-in sessions last approximately 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 refer the student to an hour-long advising appointment.

Learn more here:

http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/advising/

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6. 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 submission deadlines 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."

10/26 - UNIQLO USA, Manager Candidate Program

11/01 - AT&T, Business Sales Leadership Development Program

For more information about resume submission deadlines go to: http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/?event_type=6

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7. Featured Job and Internship Postings

To access the full list of postings and learn more about the positions, log into your myIUcareers account which can be accessed from iucareers.com; click "Student Login" and use your CAS username and passphrase to access the career system. Once logged in, hover over "Job Search" tab at top of screen and select "Job Search."

Full-Time (Professional) - more than 440 positions currently posted, including:

- Maxim Healthcare Services, Healthcare Recruiter

- Monument Group, Inc., Event Assistant and Retail Representative

- Midwest Communications, Marketing Manager

- U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, Economic and Policy Analyst

Internships - more than 190 internships currently posted, including:

- Kalu Yala, Sustainability Intern

- Amnesty International USA, Organizing Intern

- Living Full Out, Social Networking Intern

- Soapy Soap Company, Production Intern

Part-Time - more than 75 non-work study and 10 work study positions currently posted, including:

- Herman B Wells Library, Video Project Assistant

- Advantage Sales and Marketing, Event Specialist

- VerbalizeIt, Translator

- J&L Marketing, Inc., Promotion Coordinator

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8. Upcoming Employer Information Sessions

To find additional information about upcoming Information Sessions, visit: http://www.indiana.edu/~career/services/events/?event_type=3

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.

PEACE CORPS APPLICATION WORKSHOP

Monday, October 21, 12:00-1:00 p.m.