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Winter 2008 Week 6: Feb. 11 - Feb. 18Looking for a Major, or thinking about a Career? Let Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) help! Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) The Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) offers students academic credit for engaging in supervised, pre-professional, career-related learning experiences. CDIP enables students to gain professional experience, develop skills, explore career fields, and contribute to the missions and goals of professional organizations, all while earning academic credit. CDIP engages students in truly rewarding internship experiences by having them take on new and challenging projects, document their career development in writing, and conduct career-related informational interviews. >>read more posted on Monday, February 18, 2008 Events this Week: Mining Your Interview Stories and more Mining Your Interview Stories Have you ever wondered if an interview question will be posed that you have absolutely no idea how to answer? This workshop will teach you a technique on how to develop your own interview stories so that no matter what interview question is posed, you will be prepared to put your best foot forward. This seminar will help you increase your interviewing confidence by teaching specific examples of how you can make a difference for your future employer by communicating your strengths and accomplishments. Location: Knight Library, Edmiston Room, "EC 144" (144 Knight Library) Tuesday, Feb 12 3:30p to 5:00p Informational Interviewing Informational interviewing is an excellent career exploration strategy that is not only fun, but a great way to help you learn first hand if a particular career of interest is a good fit for you. In this workshop you will learn the fundamentals of how to conduct an informational interview, from initiating contact with an employer to crafting well thought-out questions that will help you gather the information needed to evaluate a perspective career. Location: Media Services (Next to the Knight Library), Room Proctor 42 Friday, Feb 15 1:00p to 2:00p posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Upcoming Events: Preparing for the Internship and Career Fair Preparing for the Winter 2008 Internship and Career Fair Career Fairs can be exciting and challenging especially the first time you attend one. From the time we are young we are told, "don't talk to strangers." During the Career Fair you will be in a huge room with many potential employers. Where do you start? What do you say? How do you make a great first impression? These questions and many more will be answered during this informative workshop to make the Winter Career Fair a success for you! Location: Media Services (Adjacent to the Knight Library), Room Proctor 42 Monday, Feb 18 5:00p to 6:00p What Can I Do With a Major in... Science It's likely that at some point you've been asked "So, what ARE you going to do with a science major?" For those of you who don't yet know what's out there for graduates with your skill set, this seminar is for you! Learn about some of the exciting careers available based on the skills and knowledge you are gaining from your major. Location: Knight Library, Edmiston Room, "EC 144" (144 Knight Library) Wednesday, Feb 27 5:00p to 6:30p posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 The Winter 2008 Internship and Career Fair is coming! Winter Internship and Career Fair The Winter Internship and Career Fair is the largest recruiting event of the term. Dozens of employers will be at the Career Fair looking to hire UO students and alumni for career-track jobs, part-time jobs, and internships, as well as volunteer opportunities. Recruiters from corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations will be representing a wide range of industries and fields. Most of these organizations are looking for students in all majors. Many employers will be scheduling interviews for the day after the Career Fair. Location: EMU Ballroom Wednesday, Feb 27 12:00p to 5:00p To find out more, click below: http://uocareer.uoregon.edu/students/events/events/winter-career-fair.aspx posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Cool Internships for Week 6: Harry & David and others HARRY & DAVID – Harry & David Internships
BURSON-MARSTELLER - 2008 U.S. Harold Burson Summer Internship Program FRED MEYER – Fred Meyer 2008 Summer Internships >>read more posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Looking for a Major, or thinking about a Career? Let Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) help! Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) The Career Development Internship Program (CDIP) offers students academic credit for engaging in supervised, pre-professional, career-related learning experiences. CDIP enables students to gain professional experience, develop skills, explore career fields, and contribute to the missions and goals of professional organizations, all while earning academic credit. CDIP engages students in truly rewarding internship experiences by having them take on new and challenging projects, document their career development in writing, and conduct career-related informational interviews. >>read more posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Mock Interview Program: Target Distribution THE MOCK INTERVIEW PROGRAM Hone your skills and gain an edge with the Mock Interview Program. We are bringing actual recruiters to campus to help you gain valuable interviewing skills. Employers will mock/practice interview you and offer you feedback about your interview. This is a great opportunity to practice your interviewing skills with top employers! Available time slots are first come, first served. Upcoming Mock/Practice Interviews: 2/15 Target Distribution Sign up for Mock Interviews through UO-JobLink, under ‘postings’ in the ‘position type' box select 'Mock Interviews' to see the list of who will be on campus Mock Interviewing! This is a great opportunity, and best of all the companies are coming to you! posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Campus Interview Program: Eli Lilly, E&J Gallo Winery and many more Interview with Recruiters on Campus!! The Campus Interview Program (CIP) connects students and alumni with organizations that want to hire UO students. Employers from leading companies and organizations come to campus to interview for career positions, internships, and part-time or seasonal jobs. Many recruiters hire students from all majors. Check back often, we're adding new visits all the time!! Click on "read more" to see upcoming employer visits. >>read more posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Peace Corps: Career Beginnings Event and Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Panel Career Beginnings Stop by and get your questions answered about Peace Corps and exciting opportunities while serving overseas. IMPORTANT: All student attendees must purchase the conference packet from the Duck Store. The cost will range between $20 to 25.00. CRN# EDU000. The packet includes: conference registration cost, lunch ticket, Professional Development Handbook, sample resumes and cover letters, interview tips, and instruction and tips for utilizing UO-Joblink. A Peace Corps representative will speak at the following sessions: Session 2: International Opportunities in Education (2:45-3:30) Session 3: International Opportunities in Education (3:45-4:30) Location: Lane Community College (Center for Meeting and Learning) Friday, Feb 22 12:00p to 5:00p Returned Peace Corps Volunteers Panel Come listen to five Returned Peace Corps Volunteers speak about their exciting and diverse experiences abroad. Who are the panelists? - Libby Schoene (Guyana 2001-2003) Assignment: Math and Science Teacher / Today: PhD Candidate in Physics at the University of Oregon - Heather Gurewitz (Honduras 2004-2006) Assignment: Municipal Development Volunteer / Today: Masters candidate in Community and Regional Planning at the University of Oregon - Chris Bayham (Niger 1989-1991) Assignment: Forestry Volunteer/ Today: Works for State of Oregon Department of Environmental Quality - Dana Berglund (Uganda 1998-1999) Assignment: Teacher Trainer / Today: 3rd and 4th Grade School Teacher - Evangelina Sundgrenz (Uzbekistan 2000-2002) Assignment: English Teacher Location: Mills International Center (EMU) Tuesday, Feb 26 5:30p to 6:30p posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 Foreign Service Officer Exam: deadline approaching INTERNATIONAL CAREERS IN FOREIGN POLICY AND DIPLOMACY
U.S. Department of State – Foreign Service Officer Careers 2008 Foreign Service Officer Test (March 1–8, 2008) Foreign Service Officer Exam Registration DEADLINE: February 27, 2008 (for testing in the U.S.) >>read more posted on Monday, February 11, 2008 |
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