LinkedIn could be one of your best job-search strategies right now, provided you have more than a bare-bones LinkedIn Profile. Hiring managers and recruiters are searching LinkedIn Profiles for job candidates more than ever before because it is cost-effective and typically yields higher quality candidates than the general job boards like Monster and CareerBuilder. LinkedIn statistics reveal that nearly half of the 66 million+ LinkedIn members are from the United States and account for more than 42 percent of the global LI traffic. Only a little more than 5 years old, LinkedIn has become a hot social networking tool for […]

I came across this great article today from the Hire A Maverick blog and what I really liked about it is there was finally advice on what TO do not what NOT to do. Sometimes I feel that career advice can start to seem really negative…all those don’t do this, don’t do thats (which are good to know for sure)…but this article helps simplify the interview process by elaborating on 7 things you should say (or convey) on that next interview. Hope they help and good luck! 1. I am very familiar with what your company does. Letting a prospective […]

By Jessica Holbrook Hernandez: expert resume writer, career and personal branding strategist, author, and presenter. In a world where many job applications seem to disappear into a “black hole”, job seekers often wonder if there is any point in sending a cover letter with their application. The answer is absolutely yes! An effective cover letter communicates to an employer why you’re specifically interested in the open position. With so many job seekers indiscriminately applying for hundreds of jobs, your application will automatically stand out if you can demonstrate that you truly have a personal interest in a particular position. Effectively […]

Looking for a job? With America’s economy still shaky, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine released the best cities for the next decade on Tuesday. These cities, which offer promising job prospects, were selected based on population growth, unemployment rate, income growth and cost of living. And, the winner is? Austin, Texas. Read the full article to see the other cities that made CNN’s ‘top five’ By Stephanie Chen, CNN June 8, 2010 9:37 a.m. EDT// <![CDATA[//

In the D.C area for the summer? Make sure you sign up and stop by for our annual Bucknellians in Government event on: July 14th 6:00 – 8:00 pm Carnegie Endowment Conference Center, Washington, DC RSVP on the BRIDGE by June 18th This is a Bucknell only event where students and recent graduates interested in government careers are invited to attend. This networking event featuring Bucknellians currently working in or involved with government will give Alumni and Parents a chance to speak with students about how they got started, share what a typical day is like and provide advice for […]

A special message for the Class of 2011, otherwise now known as SENIORS (I know, for some of you that can make you feel anxious): As rising seniors, you can have early access to the Alumni Directory on B-Link!  While all seniors will get automatic access to the directory in January 2011, any senior who completes the three steps below is able to get access now.  Think of what you can learn and the connections you can make this summer! Check out Seniors: Alumni Directory Use to learn about the Bucknell community and our suggestions for best ways to approach […]

Author Byline: Matthew Warzel Author Website: http://www.mjwcareers.com If you are not a member already, you need to join what we call “The Social Networking Trifecta”. It consists of LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. You are probably asking yourself, “Do I really need to be on ALL of them?” The answer is: Yes. Why? Because everyone else is! Also, different people have different preferences on which one is their “favorite” to use. Some people may think Facebook is more user-friendly than LinkedIn. Others may find that they receive more activity on Twitter than on Facebook. Whatever the case may be, you must […]

This is a great chance to network with Students, Alumni, Parents & Friends and learn about job opportunities and career advice over cocktails. Amazing Alumni and Parents will be in attendance and some heavy hitters will be giving Key Notes. A Bucknell career consultant will also be on hand to talk about programs & services for students and alumni. Look for this event in the following cities: LA (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/LA) – June 10th Boston (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/boston) – June 16th Philadelphia (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/phillyclub) – June 22nd San Francisco (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/northernca) – June 23rd New York City (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/nyc) – June 24th DC (www.b-link.bucknell.edu/DC) – July 14th […]

Well somehow we missed all the buzz leading up to the premiere of MTV’s Hired series but it was just yesterday so I think you can cut us some slack. That being said, I did want to point out this article from Inc. Magazine, which features an interview with Michelle Madhok, founder of SheFinds.com. Michelle Madhok, founder of SheFinds.com, a New York City company that operates a shopping blog about fashion and beauty trends and deals, needed to hire an editorial assistant. “MTV Hired,” a new documentary series following recent graduates, wanted to film a small business that was hiring. […]

For the second time in two days I am dating myself by my comments but I’ll do it anyway. Have you ever heard of the “Choose Your Own Adventure” books? Well they were great because throughout the book you could choose what the main character does and you could read the books over and over again, each time getting a new story. So they were creative and economical! In a similar vein the Wall Street Journal features an article today entitled “How to Create Your Own Summer Internship.” The article, subtitled “Creating Internships Out of Thin Air,” really caught my […]

A lot of articles are now stating that employers are going to Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media outlets to search for viable talent. So, does that mean that all you have to do is set a status message that you’re looking for a job and then add your resume to your profile? NO! Believe it or not employers are not going to be banging down your door if you’re a passive job hunter like that. Internships are still the way to go if you want to get noticed. Internships not only help you to gain relevant experience, but […]

I may be showing my age here when I say that I remember when MTV actually used to play music videos. Since then it has spawned the reality TV genre; often taken it to new levels…both high and very low. But finally there is a reality show on MTV we can get behind – MTV Hired So tonight, MTV will make every career center’s day (well night), as the network premieres its newest reality show, which follows colleges grads looking for cool entry-level jobs. We’re excited to see what MTV Hired is all about, as well as to find out […]

The office will be closed all day on May 14th for a planning session with Alumni Relations & The Career Development Center. We will be busy planning for a jam-packed Fall 2010! We apologize for any inconvenience.

Rutgers University in NJ is having a May 26th career fair geared towards current students and recent grads. However, it is not limited to students; it is open to the public. Wednesday, May 26, 2010 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Rutgers University – New Brunswick Rutgers Student Center & Brower Commons 126 College Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Sponsored by RUTGERS CAREER SERVICES Here is the list of recruiters, positions, and desired majors:http://careerservices.rutgers.edu/pdf/njccdmay2010.pdf Additional Information: PURPOSE The largest college recruitment program in the state brings together New Jersey area employers with college students and graduates seeking employment. Experienced candidates […]

The Career Development Office will be closed May 10th from 1-3 for a Division Wide meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience. Quick Questions from 1:30-3:30 will resume Tuesday