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Friday, January 28th, 2011

Spring 2011 Pre-Law Programs

Headed to law school after Bucknell? Then check out the programs we have to help: Sat Jan 29 8am – 11 Mock LSAT – Coleman 221 * sign up required Tue Feb 1 12:30 – 1 Financing Law School – Taylor 113 Tue Mar 8 12:30 – 1:30 Planning for Law School – A Timeline – Taylor 113 Sun Apr 10 Noon – 3 Mock LSAT – Coleman 221 * sign up required Check the BRIDGE for most up-to-date information and to sign up

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Thursday, January 27th, 2011

A Rational Oddball?

I know it seems like an obvious contradiction but let me explain; I’ve seen a lot of articles recently from various sources but namely from Glassdoor.com’s blog, and it always makes me thankful that I was never faced with questions like these. It also has me wondering…why do they try to stump you with such odd questions. And if you are wondering the same thing then I’m glad you’re reading this because it turns out there are good reasons… According to an article in eWeek discussing this very topic, “these unconventional queries seem designed to not only force job applicants […]

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Wednesday, January 26th, 2011

Mock LSAT

Nothing like a Mock LSAT bright and early to get your blood flowing… EVENT: Mock LSAT DATE: Jan 29, 2011 TIME: 8 am LOCATION: Coleman 221 A practice LSAT will be given under realistic conditions. An actual retired LSAT exam will be used and tests will be scored on site. Sign up on the BRIDGE by 1/28 to reserve your spot!

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Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

International Students and the Internship Search

Join us on Thursday, January 27th for a panel of international students who have had internships and will share their strategies, as well as advice, about the internship search. International Students and the Internship Panel January 27th 5:00 – 7:00 ELC Gallery Theatre Refreshments served! A counselor from the CDC will also be in attendance and will provide resources and information about how to increase your chance of success. Open to all students. A BPIP Internship Information Session will follow at 6 p.m. for interested students.

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Monday, January 24th, 2011

Not a senior but want access to the Alumni Directory? Read how…

Access to the Alumni Directory is now open to ALL STUDENTS! While all seniors will get automatic access to the directory in January 2011, any student who completes the three easy steps below is able to get access now.  Think of what you can learn and the connections you can make! How to Gain Access the Alumni Directory on B-Link Check out  Alumni Directory Use to learn about the Bucknell community and our suggestions for best ways to approach and build relationships with alumni. Take the online quiz (8 out of 10 is passing)–hint: answers can be found by doing […]

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Thursday, January 20th, 2011

Employer Presentations around the Internship Fair

Check out several Employers who will be giving some presentations around the Internship & Job Fair on 1/25 @ 11-2:30 pm in Davis Gym. Check the BRIDGE for all the Employer Presentations and the latest details on room and locations.

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Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

Steps To Success Series

Not sure where to start in the career process? Make sure you check out our “Steps to Success Series” which are a series of workshops designed to help  you on your way. January Workshops: Resumes – Jan. 20 at Noon in Taylor 203:  You could leave this workshop with a resume in hand! Review resume basics while working at a computer to type up the framework for your resume or updating an existing resume Choosing A Major – Jan. 24 at 5:30 in ELC 217: This workshop is offered in the spring for sophomores who are Bachelor of Arts majors.  […]

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Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

No Time To Waste: Resumania, Internship&Job Fair, Mock LSAT and more!

So much time so little to do. Strike that, reverse it. So much to do so little time! So don’t waste it…there is already too much stuff to do. To help you get back in the swing of things here’s what we have planned for upcoming week: Thursday, January 20, Noon – 1:00, Taylor 203: Resume Workshop – Steps to Success Series Thursday, January 20, 5:00 – 5:30, ELC Gallery Theatre: Internship& Job Fair Prep Session Friday, January 21, 10 – 4:00, CDC 2nd Floor: Resumania – Walk-in resume reviews Monday, January 24, 10 – 4:00, CDC 2nd Floor: Resumania […]

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Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

KBW, Phillips-Van Heusen, and Wyndham Worldwide – Key Internships on the BRIDGE

Deadline:  Friday, January 21, 11:59pm Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.: Investment Banking Summer Internship Bloomberg: 2011 Financial Product Sales & Analytics Rotational Summer Internship Pennsylvania Historical & Museum: Internship Deadline:  Sunday, January 23, 11:59pm Wyndham Worldwide Corporation: VARIOUS INTERNSHIPS Teach For America: Operations Coordinator Intern Deadline:  Monday, January 24, 11:59pm PPL Corporation: Many Internships Shelburne Museum: Summer Education Internship Institute for Humane Studies: Journalism Intern Phillips-Van Heusen: INTERN AFL-CIO: Internship Imperial Capital, LLC: Summer Analyst BRIDGE application deadlines are usually Monday nights at 11:59 p.m. and will continue throughout the summer. If you have any technical difficulties with your application, […]

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Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

These just in: Wyndham Worldwide Internships

Want to spend the summer in a world class resort? Yeah, right,  me too…but you could INTERN for one! This summer work at Wyndham Worldwide, the largest hospitality  company in the world. Even though you might not spend your days pool side working for Wyndham Worldwide will let you gain a world of experience from the industry’s best! Apply to the BRIDGE posting now (application deadline is Jan. 23) for a preliminary interview at the upcoming Internship & Job Fair (1/25) Internships available in several cities and in the following areas: architectural design communications marketing finance hospitality management human resources […]

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Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

3 Tips To Welcome You Back To Campus

Welcome back, after what was hopefully a relaxing and enjoyable winter break! The campus just wasn’t the same without you here. I could find parking but missed the New York Times; I could find a treadmill but missed the fitness classes; I could find a table at the Bison but missed fighting the crowd…err OK not really on that one but in short…we missed all of you! And now classes begin tomorrow and, if you haven’t started already, now is a good time to get moving on your internship or job search. Here’s three tips to get you started: Get […]

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Monday, January 17th, 2011

Gold Star

Our career center has been awarded the Gold level of certification from OUT for Work. What does that mean? Well for one it means that we’ve been recognized as a good career center 🙂 The certification evaluates us on three main criteria: Gauge the current tools and available resources focused on how to be “out” in the workplace. Assess the quality and quantity of LGBTQ materials available to students Assess the willingness of career centers to host or attend LGBTQ & Ally career conferences Certification includes access for our students to the LGBTQ Career Resources Library, which serves as a […]

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Monday, January 17th, 2011

Everyone can be great because everyone can serve. –MLK Jr.

Looking for great opportunities to volunteer this semester? Connect with local non-profits in the area in need of volunteers at the Community Service Fair! Over 30 non-profit organizations will be there to answer questions and talk about upcoming projects and ongoing opportunities. The event will be held Wednesday January 26th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in the Terrace Room. “Everyone can be great because everyone can serve.” –Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sponsored by the Office of Community Service.

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Friday, January 14th, 2011

BPIP Info Sessions

Students who want to explore careers in the non-profit and public service sectors have a great resource right here on campus: the Bucknell Public Interest Program (BPIP) and the BPIP Internship Fund.  BPIP educates students about non-profit and public interest careers and helps students learn about organizations in the public interest sector that may offer both full-time jobs and summer internships.  The BPIP Internship Fund provides financial support for undergraduate students (first-year students, sophomores, and juniors), who have secured full-time, unpaid summer internships with non-profit organization and government offices. The Fund helps students to gain valuable experience in their field of […]

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Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Pittsburgh Law Event & Chance to Network

Legal Implications of Social Media & Cloud Computing – Come join fellow Bucknell alumni for the official launch of the Bucknell Legal Network Pittsburgh chapter!  The event, on Tuesday January 21st, will feature a presentation, followed by Q&A, on the emerging legal implications businesses face in utilizing social media and cloud computing services. Presenters: Social Media: Jim Singer, Partner, Pepper Hamilton LLP Cloud Computing: Brienne Terril, Bucknell ’03, Associate, Pepper Hamilton LLP This will be an excellent opportunity to network with alumni! January 11, 2011 5:30 – 7:30 pm Pepper Hamilton LLP (BNY Mellon Center 500 Grant Street, 50th Floor […]

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