Monday, March 28 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Willard Smith Library (Vaughan Lit 125) Light refreshments served Ray Sisson ’87 was an Economics major at Bucknell, became a lawyer, received his MBA from The University of Chicago in 2003 and is now the CEO of an aviation/aeronautics company in Dublin, Ireland named AWAS.  He has lived and worked abroad for most of his life. Mr. Sisson will return to campus to share: – how he got to where he is – insights about global careers and being an expat – perspectives on the commercial aircraft/airline business – global macro […]

If you are looking for a job or internship, being in our RESUME BOOK is a great way to potentially get your resume in front of several thousand employers! Publish your resume to the Resume Book on the BRIDGE, where employers can browse your document and if they find a skill match, contact you directly! Interested? Log in to the BRIDGE Click on Document tab/Publish a Resume Select the proper book: Class of 2011 – for seniors seeking full-time work Summer 2011 – for students seeking summer employment Upload your resume This awesome offer of the Resume Book is only […]

Given that it’s officially March Madness time and Bucknell is IN IT (!!!), spotlighting careers in the sports industry seemed like a no-brainer. Finding a job  (or internship) in the “sports industry” can mean a lot of things so we wanted to share some helpful sites to start your research: About.com “Careers in the Sports Industry“ Jobs In Sports NCAA News – The Market:  Free job listings – college athletics Sports Link Central:  A comprehensive site showcasing industry websites, professional associations, and publications Sports Careers:  Provides an outline of various niches of the sports industry Sports Career Finder TeamWork Online: […]

I know it’s pouring outside but this brightened my day… Earlier today I came across a great blog post by Pongo Blog and was going to file it away for “fun things to share at another time: (yes I have a Gmail label titled this) but then I discovered that today is Jon Hamm’s birthday! It seems like the stars aligned behind those clouds and the universe brought me to Donald Draper’s resume on the exact day of Jon Hamm’s birth. So I share with you a birthday wish for the always dapper looking Draper and a fun experiment on […]

Apply now for Engage Chicago! An Immersive Summer Field Study Program for Undergraduates Engage Chicago (EC) offers students the opportunity to: Gain invaluable work experience at top organizations in Chicago Earn course credit while learning among a community of peers Experience daily life in the diverse, dynamic city of Chicago Serve alongside leaders and organizations that make a difference Learn first-hand about politics, history and methods of social change EC  gives students from across the country the opportunity to immerse themselves in the city of Chicago, while learning from Northwestern University faculty and community experts in diverse neighborhoods throughout the […]

The Alumni Board is currently seeking Student Members for the 2011-12 year. Successful applicants will: Enjoy meeting alumni Serve as liaison between board and student body Complete committee projects year-round Attend 3 board meetings per year Participate in committee calls/meetings in between If you feel like you would be a good fit  for this role, please apply on the BRIDGE for the full description and application.  Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and short faculty/staff recommendation; deadline to apply is March 27th Student board members serve for one year (July 1-June 30) with the option to reapply and are […]

Want a job on campus next year? Join our staff as a Peer Specialist! Relaxed, low-stress environment with access to employers, food 🙂 and a chance to work on your own career plans! Numerous positions available. BRIDGE Deadline: March 25, 11:59 PM 3 Peer Categories – How do you want to work with us? Do you want to interact with your academic department and alumni from your major? The apply to be an Academic Peer Specialists! Responsibilities include working as a student liaison to a specific Academic group and will be project driven in nature (2-4 hours a week). Do […]

Here are just a few –   Deadline:  Thursday, March 10,  11:59pmSusan B. Anthony Birthplace: Summer 2011 Internship U.S. Supreme Court: Internship   Deadline:  Friday, March 11,  11:59pm Washington Center for Internships and Academic: Internship National Network for Environmental Management Studies: Internship Bucknell Institute for Public Policy: Intern, Pennsylvania Health Care Cost Containment Council (PHC4) Deadline:  Monday, March 14,  11:59pm TerraCycle: Business Development Intern Susquehanna River Valley: Social Media Intern Communications Test Design, Inc.: Electrical Engineering – Supply Chain Management Intern Inter-American Dialogue: Internship Eastman Kodak Company: Various Internship Opportunities American Foundation for the Blind: Summer Intern – Product Information […]

This is a fun internship opportunity from an alum – Interns wanted May 28-June 5, 2011 and possibly during the weeks preceding and following the event for logistical, marketing, and media preparation positions as part of the Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic.  The duties will range widely from race course marking to scoring racers to generating and distributing race reports and related info to various media outlets during the week. It is guaranteed to be  an interesting and exciting experience, as the participants of the event span a wide cross section of the population and include some colorful personalities.  This is […]

We want to hear your thoughts.  Please fill out this very short survey ( http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/XSLVFQS ) about events Alumni Relations and Career Development would like to plan for you!  Everyone who completes the survey will be entered to win one of a handful of tickets to the April 7th Goo Goo Dolls concert.   httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yP4qdefD2To

The sun is shinning and the temperature is forecasted to be in the 60s, which makes one thing clear: Spring is in the air; which also means so is Spring Break! And I for one say enjoy it while you have it! But it is important to remember the the “real world” does not have such luxuries and employers may contact you over the week you are away.  So while your gearing up for your well-deserved break you should think about activating your vacation mail/auto-responses and changing cell voice mail greetings. If you are not planning to check your email […]

The Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton Penguins Career Fair is on Tuesday, March 23rd from 3:00-5:00pm and it’s your chance to meet representatives from sports teams and entertainment organizations. This is open to students and professionals seeking full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions as well as internship opportunities. Organizations in attendance include: – Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton (WBS) Penguins – Philadelphia 76er’s – Syracuse Crunch – Scranton/ Wilkes-Barre Yankees – The Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton YMCAs – NEPA Miners – Legends Hospitality Management – Stockcar Racing Experience – Turnstyles Ticketing…and more! Registration (at the door) is $20, this price includes access to the career fair and a […]

Now that everyone can get access to the Alumni Directory (yeah, you heard me…) I wanted to share a few helpful hints on the best ways to reach out. Let them get to know you before asking for something–Many professionals are going to be busy, as well as thinking about their own reputations in their workplace. While they can help you with contacts, advice, and even opportunities, they are putting themselves at risk to do so for someone they don’t know, so let them get to know you before asking for something. Consider asking for an informational interview. It is […]

Apply if you want to help strengthen the network between students and alumni, develop/ carry out the Board’s mission and goals, and can attend 3 Board meetings (Homecoming, Reunion and Winter). Applicants should be rising sophomores and juniors. Cover letter, resume and faculty/staff recommendation are required. Deadline to apply: 11:59 p.m. on March 27. Those selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the deadline. Interviews will be conducted March 28 – April 8. Apply on the BRIDGE today!

Have unique concerns and questions about the job or internship search? Then make sure you check out our advice, information and resources for Diversity Resources for Internships or Job Searches in myBucknell. Here’s what you’ll find: International Students Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Students – (We are Out for Work Gold Certified!) Multicultural/Students of Color Students with Disabilities Women Students And remember you can always make an appointment with a counselor by calling 570-577-1238 or emailing us at cdc@bucknell.edu.