Hollins
Career Center
Career Connections
October 2007
Fall into the Career Center…
In this issue:
–
Calendar of Events
–
Career
Tip-of-the-Month: Making the Career Fair Work for You
–
The Competitive Internships Awards Program
–
VFIC Competitive
Scholarships, Summer 2008
– Internships & Jobs
– Scholarships, Training Programs, Contests and more…
Career Center Calendar of Events
S, Oct. 6 Super
Senior Saturday Ballator Gallery, 8:30
a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
M, Oct. 8 Peace Corps Information
Session Goodwin PDR, 5:30 p.m.
W, Oct. 10 GRE Test Day Strategy Seminar Goodwin
PDR, 5:30 p.m.
W, Oct. 24 Interviewing Skills Workshop
Goodwin PDR, 5:30 p.m.
R, Oct. 25 Advance Auto Parts Car Care Program Location
Coming Soon!
T, Oct. 30 Making the Challenge Job Fair Work For You Janney Lounge, 5:30 p.m.
To view the entire fall calendar of
Career Center events, visit our website posted on
My.Hollins.Edu
Additional Programs of Interest
F, Oct. 5
William & Mary Graduate and Professional School Day 11:00 a.m. –
3:00 p.m.
Chesapeake and Tidewater
Rooms, University Center. No advance registration required.
View list of employers.
R, Nov. 1 UVA
Diversity Career Day
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Registration required
through the Hollins Career Center. John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville.
View list of employers.
F, Nov.
9-11 Public Leadership Education Network (PLEN). Women, Law and Policy
Conference
Visit
www.plen.org for more information.
W, Nov. 14 The
Challenge Job & Internship Fair 8:30
a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wyndham Roanoke Airport
Hotel. Visit the
Challenge website for a complete list of employers and registration
information.
October is Careers in Student Affairs Month. Learn more about this exciting profession by visiting ACPA, American College Personnel Association.
Career Tip-of-the-Month: Making the Career Fair Work for You!
Career fair season is
upon us and it’s time for you to start thinking about what events you would
like to attend. A successful career fair experience is often attributed to
advance preparation and making the most of your time at the event. Follow
these helpful tips as you prepare:
– Have
a plan
and research the
companies and the jobs in which you are most interested prior to the event
and visit their booths first. Also identify employers that you would like
to learn more about and visit their recruiters to learn about potential
opportunities.
– Determine
your expectations
of the career fair.
Setting realistic expectations and realizing your goals leads to a
fulfilling experience.
– Have
copies of your resume printed on good quality paper
and a portfolio to carry
your documents.
– Practice
and know your introduction.
“Hi, I’m Sara McClintock. I’m a junior at Hollins University majoring in
photography and English and I’m interested in learning more about the
internship opportunities with your company.”
– Know
what you’re going to wear!
This is a professional
event so plan to dress accordingly. A conservative suit (pants or skirt)
with a blouse and jacket or sweater set is a good start. Select a moderate
heel shoe and minimal jewelry. We want the focus to be on your skills and
qualifications when speaking with employers, not your outfit.
– Display
a confident posture and maintain eye contact.
– Schedule
a mock interview
and practice your
interview skills. Contact the Career Center to schedule your appointment
time.
– Attend
our fair workshop,
Making the Challenge Job Fair Work for You
on Tuesday, October 30
or Wednesday, November 7.
Also check out
Career Fair Preparation Materials published by
the National Association of Colleges & Employers.
The Competitive Internship Awards Program – New for J-Term 2008
The Hollins Career
Center has developed exceptional internships which will be offered on a
competitive basis to students seeking a January Short Term internship for
academic credit in five key locations: New York, Washington D.C., Atlanta,
Raleigh/Durham and Richmond/Chesapeake. Each internship offers a stipend
of $250 along with housing options. For detailed information about each
internship, visit the Career Center on
My.Hollins.Edu. All application
materials are due in the Career Center by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, October 15,
2007.
The VFIC Competitive Scholarships Program – Summer 2008
The Virginia Foundation
for Independent Colleges is pleased to announce their Summer 2008
Competitive Scholarships. 5 Virginia companies have been selected to take
part in this year’s program and each are offering multiple internship
opportunities along with lucrative scholarships. Companies include Hilb
Rogal & Hobbs (consulting), Norfolk Southern (transportation), PhilipMorris
USA (manufacturing), Wachovia (financial services), and WittMares
(accounting). Internship opportunities are available in several areas of
each company and students of all majors and interests are encouraged to
apply. To learn more about each specific opportunity, eligibility
requirements and to complete the company’s application, visit the
VFIC website, select Scholarships
then Competitive Scholarships
Applications. Application
deadline – November 1.
The City of Roanoke Wants U
Roanoke Wants U is an
opportunity to expose you to Roanoke as you’re introduced to local employers
and the city’s great downtown. Students are given a walking tour of
Roanoke, the opportunity to visit and network with a major area employer and
dinner. All of this for free! Contact
Stuart Mease, Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Roanoke, or
visit their website for more information. Details will also be available at
a future date through the Career Center.
Internships! Internships! Internships!
There are dozens of new
internship opportunities available and a few of the latest arrivals are
listed below. To view all internships, associated job descriptions and
application information, visit the
Alliance for Virginia
College Career Services located under the
Search for
Internships link of the Career
Center site. Happy searching!
J-Term
Advance Auto Parts (Roanoke): Human Resources, Marketing
BigLickU (Roanoke): Writing, Photography, Videography, Editing, Sales and Ad
Design
The Alley Theatre (Houston): Theatre Management*
The Cleveland Play House (OH): Theatre, Theatre Management*
Maxim Healthcare
Services (Roanoke): Human Resources, Business, Healthcare Management
John McCain for President (DC): All campaign functions
The Presbyterian Center (Roanoke): After School Program Intern
Qualcomm Inc. (San Diego, CA): Accounting, Marketing, PR, Business
Development, HR, etc.*
Republican Youth Minority (DC): Public Policy
St. Luke’s Foundation (Cleveland): Non-Profit Management
*Housing provided.
Summer 2008 (Early Deadlines)
Dominion Power Diversity Scholarship Program (VA):
Internship and $2000 scholarship. Deadline – November 16
NASA Undergraduate Student Research Program (Hampton, VA): Math, computer
science, physical/life sciences. Deadline – January 31
Scholarships, Training Programs, Contests and more…
THE DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE SCHOLARS PROGRAM
Attention May 2008
Graduates! The DISP provides recent
graduates and entry-level professionals seeking a career in
intelligence a remarkable opportunity to obtain a quality education to get
their career off to a quick start. The program includes a year-long paid
internship, studies leading to a Master
of Science in Strategic Intelligence (MSSI) degree, and conditional
employment with the Defense Intelligence Agency. Apply online at
https://diajobs.dia.mil (special programs).
Deadline for August program is
November 30.
DOW JONES NEWSPAPER FUND
Three programs available —online, sports editing, news editing. Interested applicants may apply for all three but preferences must be marked in order. Applicants are required to complete a test prior to November 1. Contact Richard Holden, Executive Director, to arrange for the test to be sent to you. Tests must be given by Oct. 31 and no tests will be mailed after Oct. 26. Contact information: PO BOX 300 Princeton, N.J 08543-0300; Phone: (609) 520-5927; Fax: (609) 520-5804; Email: Richard.holden@dowjones.com.
Also Available: Scholarship from American Copy Editors Society for juniors, seniors and grad students, please see: www.copydesk.org/scholarships/htm
ELIE WIESEL FOUNDATION FOR HUMANITY
19th Annual Ethics Essay Contest open to juniors and seniors. Awards up to $5,000! Submission deadline is December 7. See website for more details.
ASSISTANT DIRECTORS GUILD-PRODUCER TRAINING PLAN
This unique program, offered in Sherman Oaks, CA, provides paid motion picture and television industry training as directed by the Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers and the Directors Guild of America. For more information, please visit their website or contact Janey Dyer at 818.386.2545. Application Deadline - November 30.
Visit us in West or online at My.Hollins.Edu. We look forward to seeing you soon.
The Career Center Staff – Tina Rolen, Amy Hunt & Carolyn Burnette