Philadelphia University Career Services Center Student Newsletter
 
WEEK of 02.07.11
 
 
TIP OF THE WEEK

Recruiters are coming to campus - are you ready for them?

When making contact with recruiters at job fairs or networking events, make sure you do the following to make the most of those interactions:

  1. Research the companies; visit their website and check out LinkedIn to determine who you might already know.
  2. Prepare your 30-second spot - this includes your introduction, a bit of relevant information about yourself and your reason for talking to the rep.
  3. Give the recruiter your resume and ask for a card.  Take a moment between interactions with employers to jot some notes about your conversation on the back of the card.  Doing this will make following up easier.
  4. Follow up with who you met; continue the conversation or send additional documents to support your candidacy.

The Career & Internship Fair (February 17th) and DesignExpo (March 31st) are quickly approaching.  Check out this video  for additional tips on interacting with employers at a job fair (scroll down to Videos and click on Career Fair) 

 
EVENTS & UPCOMING DEADLINES
THIS WEEK:

  • Conditioning:  Internship Search & Career Fair Prep:  February 10th, 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Kanbar 314

    Never been to a career fair or need a refresher?  Attend this session to make sure you put your best foot forward at the Career & Internship Fair and get some important tips on your internship search.

  • Resume Reviews:  February 11th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Kanbar 313, no appointment needed

LOOKING AHEAD:

  • Interview Skills & Prep: February 15th, 11:00- 12:00 and 12:00 - 1:00, Kanbar 314 (**)
  • Career & Internship Fair:  February 17th, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Kanbar Performance Space. Pre-register on CareerLink and start your research.  For a list of employers attending and positions they're recruiting for, click here:  CareerInternshipFair  (**)
  • On-Campus Interview Application Deadline:  February 22nd at midnight; position details on CareerLink

SPRING BREAK:

  • New York City and Philadelphia Fashion Road Trip: 

    Attention all fashion and textile students - Career Services is hosting an employer spring break trip. Employers participating in the trip include Tommy Hilfiger, Eileen Fisher, Lilly Pulitzer, Urban Outfitters and Destination Maternity! Each of the employers in both NYC and Philadelphia will be conducting a tour of their office and hosting recruiting presentations for their business units in both design and merchandising. This is an opportunity to network and meet with some of the people who make hiring decisions. It is also an opportunity to visit with different employers and learn about their culture, internships and full-time opportunities. You must apply to attend - space is limited! At this time, only juniors and seniors will be considered. Email slivinskia@philau.edu to receive an application! The deadline to apply is February 11th.

(**) Pre-register on CareerLink
 
INTERNSHIP CLOSEUP

Internship Spring Training is in full swing!  If you're considering applying for internships for the summer or fall, now is the time to prepare and get in the game. Attend the Conditioning:  Internship Search & Career Fair Prep session and a Resume Review to prepare for the Career & Internship Fair (42 employers will be on campus!).  All details for these events are listed above in the Events section.

Where do Philadelphia University interns work and what do they do in their internships?  Check out these Internship Profiles to view some samples. 

Have questions about for-credit internships? Check out this FAQ for answers.

Get started on the internship process -  Listen to this orientation and click on Academic Internship Orientation

Keep an eye on your inbox for weekly emails highlighting recent internship opportunities posted to CareerLink!

Internship Walk-in Hours:  Tuesdays from 2:00 -4:00 p.m.
 
RESOURCE CORNER

Philly Ad Club is hosting "Personal Branding Boot Camp: Interview Skills", a free event for students on February 16th and again on the 17th (you can choose the date and location most convenient for you).  All college students in the area are invited to attend and, while the hiring managers will be from marketing/advertising/PR/media, students from all majors will benefit from the presentation.  Click the link above for more info and to register.

Interview Stream: get ready for any upcoming interviews by conducting a mock interview wherever you have access to the web and a web cam.  Accessible from your CareerLink account, select the type of interview from the menu and get ready to interview.  You can view the interview, make adjustments to your responses and then try it again!  We know, it seems a bit strange at first, but practicing for an interview is a MUST!  Just think about the number of times you've thought one thing and something entirely different comes out of your mouth - don't risk this in an interview.  Get practicing and don't worry - you can delete your interviews when you're done (or email the link to a Career Services staff member for a critique).

Weekly Walk-in Hours (subject to change; call ahead):  MWF | 10:00- 11:45 a.m. TTh | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.