As you all may know, Ashland is hosting their annual Career Fair on February 24, from 12:00-4:00p.m. This is an exciting opportunity for students to meet with employers and recruiters to secure summer internships and full-time employment. In order to best be prepared for this professional adventure, I have included a list on the employers who will be attending this year's event, along with a couple of tips to ready yourselves.
Graduate Schools
Alexandria School
Ashland University
Baldwin Wallace College
John Carroll University
Malone University
The Ohio State University College of Social Work
Employers
Area Agency on Aging Inc. District 5
Becker Professional Education
Directory Concepts
Fastenal
Hunington Bank
Hyatt Regency Columbus
MedCentral Health System
Northwestern Mutual
Portage Country Club
Prudential
Radio Disney AM 1260
Richland Bank
Sherwin Williams Co.
Social Security Administration
Spectrum Consulting Services, LLC.
The BookMasters Group
The J.M. Smucker Company
U.S. Army Recruiting
Wells Fargo Financial
WIL Research Laboratories
For more information on these schools and business, check out the Career Development Center Web site or stop by the CDC to pick up a packet. Each packet describes further the jobs each employer has to offer.
Have a fantastic day!
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Friday, October 30, 2009
But what should I wear?
Hi! My name is Holly Parsley and I want to share some tips with you on how to look your best for an interview.
After you have done all of your job/internship searching, you have finally landed an interview. Now the only question that remains is “what should I wear?”
Remember to dress more conservative. I know many people think that a standard suit will do just fine, but what if the company’s environment doesn’t require you to wear a suit and tie? This is the first thing you should think about when choosing the right outfit for your interview. Researching the company is the best way to find out. Look at the company’s website; see if there are pictures of employees and look at how they are dressed. Does it seem more laid back or conservative style of dress? If you are not finding what you are looking for, just call the company and ask what the typical style of dress is for employees. Remember you want to look the part and by dressing how other employees dress shows that you can fit to the office environment. When in doubt- you can’t go wrong with a suit.
Here are some tips for all the ladies out there:
Less is more!! Don’t cake on the make-up or hair products. Keep it light and simple and just highlight your already gorgeous self!
An interview is not a fashion show, so steer clear of large, bold jewelry, scarves or over the top prints.
If you wear a pant suit or skirt suit, stick to more neutral colors such as navy blue, black, tan or grey (to highlight your personal style add a brighter colored blouse or sweater underneath your suit jacket if that seems appropriate for that company).
Wear shoes at a more appropriate height; you don’t want to be falling over walking to your interview.
Now for the guys, here are some tips:
If you wear a suit, stick to neutral colors like navy blue, black and grey.
A nice blue or white button up shirt looks best with a great silk tie (gentlemen this is where you can add some of your personal style if you feel it’s appropriate).
Guys, make your mothers and girlfriends proud by wearing nice black dress socks with black shoes! Please no white or athletic socks with dress shoes!
Also, make sure your shoes are shined and are not dirty.
Here are some tips everyone can learn from:
Be well groomed and clean (yes this means you should take a shower before the interview), keep nails short and dirt free.
I know you want to smell good but don’t wear any over the top cologne or perfume, deodorant will be just fine.
Make sure your clothes fit! A good fit shows you want to look your best and no one wants to see a sloppy suit as a first impression.
Make sure your clothes are clean and pressed; no ketchup stains please!
My final advice is you should ultimately wear something that makes you feel great! If you feel confident, you will exude confidence and your interviewer will notice! A great smile and good ole fashion confidence will go farther than any suit will. Good luck and remember to be yourself! And if you need any further advice feel free to stop by the Career Development Center on the second floor of the Hawkins-Conard Student Center.
Have fun dressing up,
Holly
After you have done all of your job/internship searching, you have finally landed an interview. Now the only question that remains is “what should I wear?”
Remember to dress more conservative. I know many people think that a standard suit will do just fine, but what if the company’s environment doesn’t require you to wear a suit and tie? This is the first thing you should think about when choosing the right outfit for your interview. Researching the company is the best way to find out. Look at the company’s website; see if there are pictures of employees and look at how they are dressed. Does it seem more laid back or conservative style of dress? If you are not finding what you are looking for, just call the company and ask what the typical style of dress is for employees. Remember you want to look the part and by dressing how other employees dress shows that you can fit to the office environment. When in doubt- you can’t go wrong with a suit.
Here are some tips for all the ladies out there:
Less is more!! Don’t cake on the make-up or hair products. Keep it light and simple and just highlight your already gorgeous self!
An interview is not a fashion show, so steer clear of large, bold jewelry, scarves or over the top prints.
If you wear a pant suit or skirt suit, stick to more neutral colors such as navy blue, black, tan or grey (to highlight your personal style add a brighter colored blouse or sweater underneath your suit jacket if that seems appropriate for that company).
Wear shoes at a more appropriate height; you don’t want to be falling over walking to your interview.
Now for the guys, here are some tips:
If you wear a suit, stick to neutral colors like navy blue, black and grey.
A nice blue or white button up shirt looks best with a great silk tie (gentlemen this is where you can add some of your personal style if you feel it’s appropriate).
Guys, make your mothers and girlfriends proud by wearing nice black dress socks with black shoes! Please no white or athletic socks with dress shoes!
Also, make sure your shoes are shined and are not dirty.
Here are some tips everyone can learn from:
Be well groomed and clean (yes this means you should take a shower before the interview), keep nails short and dirt free.
I know you want to smell good but don’t wear any over the top cologne or perfume, deodorant will be just fine.
Make sure your clothes fit! A good fit shows you want to look your best and no one wants to see a sloppy suit as a first impression.
Make sure your clothes are clean and pressed; no ketchup stains please!
My final advice is you should ultimately wear something that makes you feel great! If you feel confident, you will exude confidence and your interviewer will notice! A great smile and good ole fashion confidence will go farther than any suit will. Good luck and remember to be yourself! And if you need any further advice feel free to stop by the Career Development Center on the second floor of the Hawkins-Conard Student Center.
Have fun dressing up,
Holly
Monday, October 26, 2009
Portfolio Do's and Don'ts
Hey everyone! My name is Caroline Schmitt and I am a Career Assistant here at AU’s Career Development Center. Our topic today is To Bring a Portfolio or Not to Bring a Portfolio: That is the Question. Literally. When I say portfolio I’m talking about bringing a collection of work samples, designs, art work, writing samples etc. Let’s create the picture: you’re (for hypothetical purposes) a journalism major and you’re preparing for an interview. You know you need a resume, cover letter, references, but you also have all these amazing articles that you’ve written but no clue how to display them or whether or not to bring them along. For all those purposes and more, there is a lovely collection of work you may bring called a portfolio. You may be thinking to yourself, “Self, when do I need to bring a portfolio of my work to an interview, and when do I show it to the employer?” well your question is answered! Here are a few Do’s and Don’ts regarding a portfolio:
Do:
· Use your portfolio as a tool that merely supports your case as best candidate for the position
· Use your portfolio to demonstrate points you have made to the employer regarding your experience, accomplishments, skills, etc. which qualify you for that position
· Allow the employer to peruse your portfolio if (that’s a big if) they ask for it
Don’t:
· Use your portfolio as a show-and-tell item
· Plop your portfolio down on their desk and say, “Look how awesome I am.” wait for the interviewer to ask to see it
Alright, now that that’s covered you may be asking, “Self, what do I include in my portfolio?” Below are a few suggestions that you may include:
· Samples of your work. For example, if you’re a journalism major include articles you have written; if you’re an education major include sample lesson plans you created, or activities you made and so on and so forth
· Evaluations written by supervisors or other individuals
· Documentation of a study abroad or foreign exchange program
· Documents from past internships such as recommendation letters, projects, pictures, etc.
I could go and on about specifics on portfolios for majors, jobs, internships, etc. but why do that when you can stop by the wonderful Career Development Center? Located in the student center, the CDC can help you in many ways. Feel free to visit a Career Specialist. They can answer more of your specific questions related to your major and/or job you’re applying for. For additional information search the Career Development Website at www.ashland.edu/career.
Keep it classy,
Caroline Schmitt
Do:
· Use your portfolio as a tool that merely supports your case as best candidate for the position
· Use your portfolio to demonstrate points you have made to the employer regarding your experience, accomplishments, skills, etc. which qualify you for that position
· Allow the employer to peruse your portfolio if (that’s a big if) they ask for it
Don’t:
· Use your portfolio as a show-and-tell item
· Plop your portfolio down on their desk and say, “Look how awesome I am.” wait for the interviewer to ask to see it
Alright, now that that’s covered you may be asking, “Self, what do I include in my portfolio?” Below are a few suggestions that you may include:
· Samples of your work. For example, if you’re a journalism major include articles you have written; if you’re an education major include sample lesson plans you created, or activities you made and so on and so forth
· Evaluations written by supervisors or other individuals
· Documentation of a study abroad or foreign exchange program
· Documents from past internships such as recommendation letters, projects, pictures, etc.
I could go and on about specifics on portfolios for majors, jobs, internships, etc. but why do that when you can stop by the wonderful Career Development Center? Located in the student center, the CDC can help you in many ways. Feel free to visit a Career Specialist. They can answer more of your specific questions related to your major and/or job you’re applying for. For additional information search the Career Development Website at www.ashland.edu/career.
Keep it classy,
Caroline Schmitt
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Internship/Job Search
Hello all, my name is Lauren and I am a Career Assistant at the Career Development Center. I am a junior this year and like many of you, I have to start my search for an internship. The plan is that the internship will go well and that I love the business that I am at, and they will offer me a position upon my graduation. It is possible, however, a lot of times an internship opens your eyes to what you like or don’t like about a particular industry or career and whether or not you really want to pursue that particular position. Also, searching and landing an internship or job isn’t exactly easy in our current economic standing. I am going to run down some tips that will help you in the, sometimes overwhelming, experience of internship and job searching.
I’m going to start with internship searching, because you are going to look for internship positions before you are going to have to search for a job. However, there are a couple things you should know about internships first. There are internships available that are paid and unpaid, full-time or part-time, summer, spring, or fall; so you should research a particular internship opportunity to make sure that it fits your particular needs. Also, internships can be for credit or non-credit, keep that in mind if you get a position that you don’t particularly want. All the experience that you gain is going to set you apart when it comes time to job search.
If you are like me, you are probably wondering “When should I start looking for an internship for the summer?” Well, the sooner the better. You should start by making rough drafts of a resume and cover letter during the fall semester. Also, start doing research on companies that you are interested in. Some important information that you need to find is: the name of the person you send your resume to, company address and opportunities available. You are going to want to also send out your resume, cover letter and application materials to companies that may not have internship positions advertised or listed. About two weeks after you send your materials, you are going to want to follow up with all the companies you applied to. This will show the business that you are really interested in the position and that you are willing to take initiative.
Job searching is a very similar process to internship searching. Just like internship searching, job searching takes time. On average it takes 3 to 5 months to find a full-time job that is if you are dedicating 20 to 40 hours a week to searching. If not, it will take you longer than the 3 to 5 month range. Some things that you can do for yourself is to schedule time just for your job search. Reflect on what you want in a position, what your ideal career or job would be, key skills, etc. Also get information on jobs in the career path that you have chosen to help narrow down what kinds of positions you want to do.
All of this information is available in greater detail at the Career Development Center. We have helpful guides for internship/job searching, as well as guides on how to write resumes, how to write cover letters and how to work on interviewing skills. There are also books available as resources for different careers and job positions to a particular area you may be interested in. If you have any questions, I urge you to stop in the CDC and talk to a Career Specialist. Also, there are Career Assistants available to critique resumes and cover letters. Please also take advantage of CSO, which is an internship/job searching tool available to AU students on the Career Development page. Use these tools for a successful search, and don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Lauren Bernath
I’m going to start with internship searching, because you are going to look for internship positions before you are going to have to search for a job. However, there are a couple things you should know about internships first. There are internships available that are paid and unpaid, full-time or part-time, summer, spring, or fall; so you should research a particular internship opportunity to make sure that it fits your particular needs. Also, internships can be for credit or non-credit, keep that in mind if you get a position that you don’t particularly want. All the experience that you gain is going to set you apart when it comes time to job search.
If you are like me, you are probably wondering “When should I start looking for an internship for the summer?” Well, the sooner the better. You should start by making rough drafts of a resume and cover letter during the fall semester. Also, start doing research on companies that you are interested in. Some important information that you need to find is: the name of the person you send your resume to, company address and opportunities available. You are going to want to also send out your resume, cover letter and application materials to companies that may not have internship positions advertised or listed. About two weeks after you send your materials, you are going to want to follow up with all the companies you applied to. This will show the business that you are really interested in the position and that you are willing to take initiative.
Job searching is a very similar process to internship searching. Just like internship searching, job searching takes time. On average it takes 3 to 5 months to find a full-time job that is if you are dedicating 20 to 40 hours a week to searching. If not, it will take you longer than the 3 to 5 month range. Some things that you can do for yourself is to schedule time just for your job search. Reflect on what you want in a position, what your ideal career or job would be, key skills, etc. Also get information on jobs in the career path that you have chosen to help narrow down what kinds of positions you want to do.
All of this information is available in greater detail at the Career Development Center. We have helpful guides for internship/job searching, as well as guides on how to write resumes, how to write cover letters and how to work on interviewing skills. There are also books available as resources for different careers and job positions to a particular area you may be interested in. If you have any questions, I urge you to stop in the CDC and talk to a Career Specialist. Also, there are Career Assistants available to critique resumes and cover letters. Please also take advantage of CSO, which is an internship/job searching tool available to AU students on the Career Development page. Use these tools for a successful search, and don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Lauren Bernath
Monday, October 12, 2009
Resumes vs. cover letters, what is the difference?
Hi everyone! My name is Mary Robison, and I am a Career Assistant in the Career Development Center. Let's talk about the "all important" resume and cover letter. What is the difference? For starts, the resume is used to "showcase your accomplishments" and the cover letter is used to "highlight your strengths". But what does that really mean?
Lot's talk cover letter. It's a document that the employers sees first. So, should this be the place for strengths/personality, highlights or resume, research on company (possibly their goals or mission)? YES! Since this is the first thing the employer will read about you, if should shine. Addressing the cover letter to the corret person is amust. DO not use to whom this may concern. Research the company you are applying to and be specific. If you need an idea on structure, you can break you letter up into three paragraphs. Make sure to start with the reason you are writing the letter, and/or the position you are applying for. A good chunk of your info should be in the second paragraph. This is where you should describe why you are perfect for this job, and what you could bring to the table (you can also add examples here too!). End your cover letter stating that you will follow up with the company (make sure you do . . . it looks bad if you don't), and the best way to contact you. Lastly, don't forget to thank the employer and sign your name.
Let's talk resumes now. This is where you should find the "meat and potatoes". The best way to start putting a resume together is to gather all the things you have done recently. This can include jobs, volunteering, leadership positions, clubs, sports, etc. Once you have organizated what you have done (make sure to put the most recent activities first in each category), you can begin to arrange it in some type of order. For example, always start with your name, address (I would suggest using your home address), phone number and email. Next be sure to put an objective. When you apply for a job/internship, your objective should be very specific to what you are looking for in a job.
After these two sections, it's up to you on what to put next. I personally put related experience next because I have learned that the top of your resume should be "awesome, spectactular, amazing, etc." for the employer to spend their time reading. That makes sense, because why would busy employers spend their time reading a resume if words are misspelled, it looks sloppy or unprofessional, and it fails to demonstrate the required qualifications for the job? Under work experience, make sure to have two to three strong bullets of things you learned on the job. Also, remember that since you are in college now, most things from high school should not be on your resume.
I hope these hints helped get you started. All in all, remember that it will take a lot of work to get your resume in tip-top shape (I am constantly revising mine!) but that's why the Career Development Center is here! We have Career Assistants in the office Monday thru Friday
10-5 p.m.. Just check on our site below for the schedule (oh and no need for appointments!)
http://www.ashland.edu/career/rsassistance.html. If you need more detailed advice from a professional, please feel free to make an appointment with a Career Specialist by calling 419-289-5064.
~Mary Robison
careers@ashland.edu
Lot's talk cover letter. It's a document that the employers sees first. So, should this be the place for strengths/personality, highlights or resume, research on company (possibly their goals or mission)? YES! Since this is the first thing the employer will read about you, if should shine. Addressing the cover letter to the corret person is amust. DO not use to whom this may concern. Research the company you are applying to and be specific. If you need an idea on structure, you can break you letter up into three paragraphs. Make sure to start with the reason you are writing the letter, and/or the position you are applying for. A good chunk of your info should be in the second paragraph. This is where you should describe why you are perfect for this job, and what you could bring to the table (you can also add examples here too!). End your cover letter stating that you will follow up with the company (make sure you do . . . it looks bad if you don't), and the best way to contact you. Lastly, don't forget to thank the employer and sign your name.
Let's talk resumes now. This is where you should find the "meat and potatoes". The best way to start putting a resume together is to gather all the things you have done recently. This can include jobs, volunteering, leadership positions, clubs, sports, etc. Once you have organizated what you have done (make sure to put the most recent activities first in each category), you can begin to arrange it in some type of order. For example, always start with your name, address (I would suggest using your home address), phone number and email. Next be sure to put an objective. When you apply for a job/internship, your objective should be very specific to what you are looking for in a job.
After these two sections, it's up to you on what to put next. I personally put related experience next because I have learned that the top of your resume should be "awesome, spectactular, amazing, etc." for the employer to spend their time reading. That makes sense, because why would busy employers spend their time reading a resume if words are misspelled, it looks sloppy or unprofessional, and it fails to demonstrate the required qualifications for the job? Under work experience, make sure to have two to three strong bullets of things you learned on the job. Also, remember that since you are in college now, most things from high school should not be on your resume.
I hope these hints helped get you started. All in all, remember that it will take a lot of work to get your resume in tip-top shape (I am constantly revising mine!) but that's why the Career Development Center is here! We have Career Assistants in the office Monday thru Friday
10-5 p.m.. Just check on our site below for the schedule (oh and no need for appointments!)
http://www.ashland.edu/career/rsassistance.html. If you need more detailed advice from a professional, please feel free to make an appointment with a Career Specialist by calling 419-289-5064.
~Mary Robison
careers@ashland.edu
Friday, October 2, 2009
What the CDC is all about
Hello everyone, my name is Kristen Loop, and I am a Career Assitant the Career Development Center. Now I know what you're thinking, The Career Development Center. That's a mouthful. Even breaking it down still creates a scary illusion.
Career. Everything about your future lies within this word. Development. What does that even mean? And Center, hmmm. . . . does this mean I have to sign up or can I just walk in? From the outside, The Career Development Center (CDC), may seem scary and made for people with a plan. But that's not the case. The CDC is a facility created with students in mind. Life after college may be tricky and we are here to help make the transition smoother.
A Career Assistent is available to answer questions about ANYTHING school, internship or job related. Even if you don't have a clue, just walk into the center and there will be students to assist you. Our Career Assitant schedule is posted online at our site: http://www.ashland.edu/career/.
A common question may be "Do you have any information about making resumes?" The answer is yes. Career Assistants are in the Resource Rooom for your aide, and there are a variety of pamphlets and manuals available for you to take home. There is no need to make an appointment, just come in any time between 8:00a.m. and 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday. If you would like to make an appointment with any of the Career Specialists, you can! They can help with career exploration, interviewing and graduate school, among other things.
Another question may be, "What else can you help me with other than resumes?" The CDC focuses on career research, resume and cover letter critiques, computer programs, job search strategies, company research and graduate school research. If you just need our services once, that's fine. If you decide to come in everyday, that's great too!
The CDC is a place for any Ashland University student to visit and feel comfortable. We are here to help, so please don't be afraid to come by and stop in!
~Kristen Loop
careers@ashland.edu
Wed. 11-1p.m. and Fri. 11-1p.m.
Career. Everything about your future lies within this word. Development. What does that even mean? And Center, hmmm. . . . does this mean I have to sign up or can I just walk in? From the outside, The Career Development Center (CDC), may seem scary and made for people with a plan. But that's not the case. The CDC is a facility created with students in mind. Life after college may be tricky and we are here to help make the transition smoother.
A Career Assistent is available to answer questions about ANYTHING school, internship or job related. Even if you don't have a clue, just walk into the center and there will be students to assist you. Our Career Assitant schedule is posted online at our site: http://www.ashland.edu/career/.
A common question may be "Do you have any information about making resumes?" The answer is yes. Career Assistants are in the Resource Rooom for your aide, and there are a variety of pamphlets and manuals available for you to take home. There is no need to make an appointment, just come in any time between 8:00a.m. and 5:00p.m., Monday through Friday. If you would like to make an appointment with any of the Career Specialists, you can! They can help with career exploration, interviewing and graduate school, among other things.
Another question may be, "What else can you help me with other than resumes?" The CDC focuses on career research, resume and cover letter critiques, computer programs, job search strategies, company research and graduate school research. If you just need our services once, that's fine. If you decide to come in everyday, that's great too!
The CDC is a place for any Ashland University student to visit and feel comfortable. We are here to help, so please don't be afraid to come by and stop in!
~Kristen Loop
careers@ashland.edu
Wed. 11-1p.m. and Fri. 11-1p.m.
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