CES_SEZ: Career Exploration Services Weekly Newsletter

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 4, 2008

Welcome to CES_SEZ, the weekly newsletter of the Career Exploration Services office in The College of Arts and Sciences.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Career Fair and Resume/Interview Preparation

Speaker: Shanique Bonelli, NBC Universal, 2002 SU graduate

The GE Presentation Series is a new effort to present topics pertaining to workforce and career advancement and to answer related questions through a virtual forum. Experienced employees will serve as topic experts. Presentations can be accessed via conference call beginning Monday, February 4th, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.

Conference Call(toll free): 1-800-762-2596

Passcode: career

Online Meeting: This meeting will be viewable online using WebEx and available beginning at 4:30 pm (30 minutes before the first presentation begins).

Step 1: Access the following link: https://emeetings.webex.com/emeetings/j.php?ED=98626082&UID=0

Step 2: Click on the button below the meeting information

Step 3: Enter your name, e-mail address, and the online meeting
passcode: career

Step 4: Accept any requests to install meeting manager software

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Information Session: Master of Health Administration at Cornell
Would you like to make a difference in your world and enjoy a lucrative salary? Have you ever imagined yourself as: a CEO of a hospital or health system; a leader in healthcare policy; a top-level management consultant; an entrepreneur; head of a major insurance company; a pharmaceutical executive; or director of a non-profit agency? Cornell University's Sloan Program in Health Administration graduates do all of this and more. If earning a Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree interests you, please plan to attend the Sloan Information session at SU on Tuesday, February 5th, at 5:00 pm. For more information, contact the SU Health Professions Advisory Program office (hpap.syr.edu) at 315-443-2321 or Cathi Calori at ccg7@cornell.edu.
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Resumes Gone Wild!
Tuesday, February 5th and Wednesday, February 6th, from 12:00 to 2:30 pm each day, in the Center for Career Services (235 Schine)
Get an employers-eye view of your resume! Who better than a recruiter from Target, Macy's, Bloomberg, First Investors, CIGNA, TJX, or Travelers, can determine your degree of employability based on what your resume reveals about you? Drop by to have your resume critiqued or to ask other questions pertaining to the internship or job search process.
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Spring Career Fair--This Week!
Thursday, February 7th, from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, in Goldstein Auditorium and Panasci Lounge (Schine Student Center)
At this writing, 118 employers representing diverse industries and career opportunities will distribute information and review resumes for internships, summer jobs and post-graduate positions. For an up-to-the-minute list of employers and for resume submission, visit OrangeLink: https://syr-csm.symplicity.com/students. Arts and Sciences students are strongly encouraged to attend, as the majority of positions are open to all majors. For information on how to market your liberal arts degree to prospective employers, or for more information on workshops offering advice about how to prepare for the Career Fair, visit: http://students.syr.edu/careerservices/news/cftips.htm.
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A Career with Macy's Inc.
You are invited to Macy's and Bloomingdale's LIVE Information Session on Thursday, February 7th, 6:00 to 8:00 pm, in the Sheraton Syracuse University (801 University Avenue), Comstock Room A. Come and go as you please. You will have the chance to meet and hear about the careers of multiple executives in Product Development, Management, Buying, Planning, Marketing, and Finance. The opportunities are endless! Bring your resume and bring a friend. We look forward to seeing you there!
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How To Be A SUCCESS: With Donny Deutsch
February 8th, 2008, 1:30 to 2:30 pm, Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse III
Donny Deutsch is the host of The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch: Your Daily Roadmap to The American Dream. The American Dream is doing what you love, and making millions. Every weeknight at 10:00 pm/1:00 am ET, Donny interviews everyone from budding entrepreneurs to billionaires, discovering their secrets to success and showing you how to turn your idea into a big idea. As Chairman of Deutsch Inc., he implemented his "leaner, meaner, faster, smarter" philosophy to transform a small advertising shop into one of the nation's top 10 agencies. The $2.8 billion full-service agency has provided clients with strategic marketing programs that are "intrusive, effective and talked about." Clients include GM, Johnson & Johnson, DirecTV, Novartis Worldwide, and IKEA. A graduate of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Deutsch now serves on two prestigious boards: UPenn's School of Social Work's Executive Committee and the Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation's Board.
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Dell Thurmond Woodard Fellowship for Summer 2008
The Dell Thurmond Woodard Fellowship, which includes one $5,000 grant for one student each year, is part of the Tisdale Fellowship program, a summer internship available to undergraduate and graduate students. Any student-- undergraduate or graduate--who is interested in diversity and ethics issues and in learning about high-tech public policy issues, can apply for this Fellowship.

The Dell Thurmond Woodard Fellowship was established in 2007 as an additional grant/internship opportunity within the Tisdale Fellowship. The Tisdale Fellowship is a high-tech public policy summer internship program in Washington, DC. The Dell Fellowship was created in memory of the late Thurmond Woodard, Dell's former Vice President of Global Diversity and Chief Ethics, Privacy and Compliance Officer. Those interested should use the Eben Tisdale Fellowship Application, and follow the instructions for submitting an additional essay on ethics and diversity. The Dell Thurmond Woodard Fellowship grant recipient will participate in the same program as those in the Tisdale Fellowship--an eight-week internship and weekly high-tech policy seminars.

The Fellowship has two main elements:

Internship: Fellows do an eight-week internship in the government relations office of a leading high technology company or association. In the recent past, fellows have interned at such companies as Agilent Technologies, Hewlett-Packard, Philips Electronics and Infotech Strategies, as well as associations such as the Business Software Alliance.

Issues Seminar: The issues seminar is a weekly lunch hosted by the different sponsoring companies and associations. Expert speakers lead discussions about current public policy issues in Washington and the methods the high technology industry uses for effective advocacy. A new lecture on diversity and ethics has been added to the Tisdale Fellows speaker series.

The Summer 2008 Fellowship runs from June 16th through August 8th, 2008. The application deadline is Friday, February 15th, 2008. The goal of the Fellowship is to create a supportive and collegial environment in which a new class of public policy professionals will be mentored to help ensure that the high-tech industry continues to have highly capable and well-trained individuals in both policy advocacy and senior management positions. Students may find more information and apply at http://w ww.tisdalefellowship.org.
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Free GRE, LSAT, GMAT, MCAT & DAT Practice Test

Saturday, February 23rd, 12:00 pm, in the Hall of Languages (sign-in in the HL Lobby)
For more information, visit http://www.kaplan.com. To register, contact Kaplan at 315-472-3702.

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ESF Environmental Career Fair
To be held on Wednesday, February 27th from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm in Nifkin Lounge and 110 Moon Library on the ESF campus. The goal is to bring together students and employers so they may explore common interests related to permanent employment, summer jobs and internships associated with the environment. Invited employers will include corporate, government, and not-for-profit agencies. This Career Fair will allow students from ESF and SU to explore the great variety of career opportunities available to them. Employers will take advantage of this time to describe their career paths and recruit candidates. For a listing of the employers attending the Career Fair and their Web sites please visit: http://www.esf.edu/students/career/ecf.htm.

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Business Program for Non-Business Majors

The 6th annual It’s All About Business summer program at Wake Forest University is an intense, three-week summer program that introduces basic business concepts to outstanding students from underrepresented groups. It’s designed for rising college sophomores, juniors and seniors who are non-business majors. Through coursework and experiential learning opportunities, they will gain an understanding of business fundamentals they can use in building their careers. IAAB 2008 will be offered on a full-scholarship basis that includes tuition, fees, and room and board. To learn more and to apply, visit http://www.mba.wfu.edu. The application deadline is February 29th. For more information, contact Amy Farmer at 336-758-3345 or amy.farmer@mba.wfu.edu.
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Big East Career Fair
The Big East Career Fair will take place on Friday, March 14th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Employers are looking to hire students in Arts and Sciences, so spend the day in NYC and maybe get a job! For registration information, directions, and to prepare for the Fair, visit:

http://www.eventemanagement.com/bigeast2008/index.php.

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"24:00:00" Job Search Preparation Event

Friday, March 28th at noon until Saturday, March 29th at noon (24 hours of programming) at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management

So what is "24:00:00" ? An intense career-education-palooza for ambitious students with stamina! Whether you're looking for a summer internship or preparing for the intense fall recruiting season, it is critical that you get prepared now. Take advantage of this opportunity to obtain expert advice from our key corporate partners. Register today for one or all of the following and the chance to win one of the grand prize laptops.

• Career panels

• Resume critiques

• Mock interviews

• Career education sessions

Register through OrangeLink (Workshops: "24") at https://syr-csm.symplicity.com/students. Event Requirements: you must be an A&S, Whitman, IST, or Engineering student, and a member of the Class of 2009 or 2010. The registration deadline is March 21st, 2008.

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Turner T3 Program
The Turner T3 Program provides trainees with a hands-on learning experience via an 11-month training program in Atlanta, GA. Turner Entertainment includes the following leading divisions: TBS, TNT, Turner Classic Movies, Cartoon Network, Turner Studios, and CNN.com. The T3 Program begins in July of 2008. The selected trainees will be assigned to one network/division for the entire 11- month, paid training period.

They seek candidates who are creative, business-minded, innovative thinkers with a passion for entertainment. All materials must be sent directly to T3 by March 31st, 2008. Candidates are encouraged to send a project, along with their resume and cover letter, which demonstrates their special skills and displays any organizational abilities they may have. To be considered for this program, individuals must also apply on-line at http://www.turnerjobs.com. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Please refer to their Web site at http://www.turner.com/t3 for more information.

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Central NY Communications Consortium

April 14th to 16th, 2008
The Central New York Communications Consortium is co-sponsored by five of Central New York's most competitive communications programs, and is held annually at Syracuse University. Hundreds of students participate in this three-day event, as well as many of the top companies in the field of communications. The program provides students with the opportunity to interview for entry-level jobs and internships with large and small firms in the communications industry. It also provides employers with a comfortable, cost-effective setting in which to interview a large number of students from top communications programs.

This year, the CNYCC Career Fair will take place on April 14th and the interviews will be held on April 15th and 16th. If you want to interview for an opportunity, the deadline to apply is Friday, February 29th, at 11:59 pm. For information or to apply, visit: http://www.ithaca.edu/cnycc/studentindex.html.
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Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI) Opportunity
June 16th to July 25th, 2008

The CHLI invites Hispanic undergraduate students from across the country to apply for the 2008 Ford Motor Company CHLI Leadership Program. Applications can be downloaded from the CHLI Web site at http://www.chli.org. Eight undergraduate students will be selected to become part of this intensive six-week internship program in Washington, DC. The interns will be placed in congressional offices, federal agencies or public policy organizations. The application deadline is Friday, February 29th, 2008. The program begins June 16th, 2008 and ends July 25th, 2008. To apply, applicants must: 1) be a US citizen or Legal Permanent Resident of Hispanic or Portuguese origin; and 2) be enrolled in an accredited four-year college/university or two-year community college. To apply, submit a completed application form, a personal statement, a legislative analysis, a resume, two letters of recommendation, and your official transcript(s). Compensation includes airfare and housing accommodations in Washington, DC, a $2,000 stipend, and a Metro card. For more information, please contact Yisel Cabrera, Program Manager, Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute at ycabrera@chli.org or at 202-429-2033.
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University of Michigan's Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) in Health Management and Policy
Many hospitals and other health care organizations in the Detroit-Ann Arbor-Flint area have agreed to provide paid ($3,000 for the summer) eight-week summer internships in health management and policy to qualified undergraduate students who are interested in the elimination of racial/ethnic health disparities. Students accepted will also receive housing, a food allowance, and travel expenses to and from Ann Arbor. The application deadline is March 3rd, 2008. For more information, contact Sha' Duncan Smith, Program Coordinator, at 734-936-3296 or um_sep@umich.edu.
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Working for the Federal Government
No matter what your major or area of undergraduate study, if you're looking for a job where you can develop your professional skills and make a difference in the lives of others, the federal government has a job for you. Here's a link to a panel discussion that occurred on the SU campus earlier this semester. The two guest alumni have backgrounds in law, information management, environmental science, geology and chemistry. They spoke about their day-to-day work within the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and provided career advice to students considering a career in public service.

For security reasons, the CIA representative requested that the video be password protected, so you will need to request the password by following the instructions on this Web page (specify that you wish to have access to the September 28th "Working in the Federal Government" video): http://students.syr.edu/careerservices/aboutus/login.htm

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Summer Jobs at Camp

If you're interested in working at a camp this summer, this is a great resource for you. CampStaff.com has thousands of jobs at over 300 of Americas best camps. The site is 100% free of charge and has a simple online registration process. Camps are hiring summer staff now.
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Woodward Internship Program at Westport Country Playhouse
Applications are accepted year round. Internships are available in the following departments: Production, Arts Management, Marketing, Development/
Fundraising, Education, Company Management, and Artistic/Literary. Intern slots range from January to April, May to August, or September to December. For more information go to: www.westportplayhouse.org.

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CAREER COACHING CORNER
Career Fair Checklist

With the Career Fair approaching (February 7th in Goldstein Auditorium and Panasci Lounge from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm), you may find this checklist useful:

http://www.quintcareers.com/career_fair_checklist.html

Don't forget that some employers will be interviewing on February 8th, so be sure to check it out in OrangeLink! Deadlines are approaching and you need to submit your information now!

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What Is Networking?
Networking is a skill that makes your job search easier. This article defines what networking is (and is not), and also gives some important tips relating to online etiquette.
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When Should I Attend Graduate School?
The decision of when to attend graduate school is affected by several factors that are individual to each person. This article addresses the pros and cons of attending directly after completing undergraduate work, or waiting and attending a few years later.
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Having solid professional references is important for all job or internship seekers. It is important for you to begin now to gather written recommendations and identify references who are available to speak with potential employers over the phone. Read this article for more information about who to ask and how to go about doing so.
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Volunteering Builds Career Readiness Skills and Adds Substance to Your Resume
Volunteering not only shows employers that you are a person who cares about your community, but also helps you build skills to enhance your career. Read this article for more information:
http://www.quintcareers.com/community_service.html

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What Do E-Mail Salutations Really Say?
E-mail has become a necessary part of the communication flow in many workplaces. Workplace etiquette experts say that using the correct sign-off to end an e-mail can help workers make sure their written communication sends the right message. Find out more from:
http://www.entrepreneur.com/management/article180872.html
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Dress for Success
This is a great resource that talks about what is appropriate and professional for the interview setting. It will be useful for both job and internship interviews:
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/interviewsnetworking/a/dressforsuccess.htm
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Internships with the Federal Government
One-stop portal for government internship opportunities in a variety of departments and agencies:
http://www.studentjobs.gov
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Marketing Your Liberal Arts Degree
This article is all about marketing your Arts and Sciences degree. It is a step-by-step guide which discusses everything from searching for a position to utilizing your cover letter and resume to highlight your skills and accomplishments. There are great links within this article for you to check out as well.
http://www.quintcareers.com/marketing_liberal-arts_degrees.html

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COMING CAREER ATTRACTIONS

Stay tuned for details. In the meantime, jot down these important dates to remember:

February 7th, 2008: Spring Career Expo (combined internship and career fair)
February 27th, 2008: Community Connections Non-Profit/
Government Fair
February 27th, 2008: SUNY ESF Environmental Career Fair
March 14th, 2008: Big East Career Fair at Madison Square Garden, NYC
March 28th and 29th, 2008: 24:00:00 Career Transition Program (24 hours of workshops to prepare you for internships and jobs in business)
April 14th-16th, 2008: CNY Communications Consortium

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MAJOR INSIGHTS
2007-2008 Edition of Major Insights Available Online!
Are you an undecided Arts and Sciences student? Are you considering changing your major or adding a major? Check out the 2007-2008 edition of our publication, Major Insights--which is available online. This booklet includes a description of all majors available in The College of Arts and Sciences, as well as lots of other relevant information which would be useful to anyone who is in the process of selecting, changing or adding a major. Here's the link:
http://ces.syr.edu/majorinsights.pdf

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ORANGELINK

OrangeLink is SU's online career management system which you can use to search for a job or internship, or to network with alums and/or employers. To use this service, you will create a profile and upload your resume(s), cover letter(s), etc., which will then be available to prospective employers.

Student Login:

https://syr-csm.symplicity.com/students

More information about OrangeLink:

http://students.syr.edu/careerservices/undergrad/orangelinkintro.htm

OrangeLink Quick Start Guide:

http://students.syr.edu/careerservices/undergrad/quickstartguide.pdf

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Teresa DiMagno, Director

Amy Friers, Career Counselor

Lynn Fall, Office Coordinator

Caitlin Horgan, Student Assistant

Career Exploration Services (CES)

329 Hall of Languages

Syracuse, NY 13244-1170

315-443-2206

315-443-9397 (fax)

http://ces.syr.edu

ces@syr.edu

By appointment:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

(except Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 pm)

Walk-in hours:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 to 5:00 pm, 329 HL

Walk-in hours are intended to be 10- to 15-minute meetings designed to assist you with quick questions such as a preliminary resume or cover letter critique. We are happy to schedule a follow-up appointment for you if your questions or concerns are not fully addressed.

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PREVIOUS ISSUES OF CES_SEZ
You may wish to browse our archive, especially the general career advice featured in the CAREER COACHING CORNER and QUESTION OF THE WEEK sections:

February 4th, 2008

January 21st, 2008

January 14th, 2008

December 10th, 2007

November 26th, 2007
November 12th, 2007

October 29th, 2007