Friday, April 1st | 5-8 p.m. | Sojka Pavilion RSVP via reply card with meal choice by March 11th An evening of reflection and celebration for the senior class.  From 5-6 p.m. there will be a mix and mingle with first year hall gatherings;  Photo Ops;  stations to learn about Alumni Career Services, Bucknell Regional Clubs, Bucknell Professional Network; Purchase Yearbooks. Then from 6-8 p.m. there will be a three-course formal dinner with class slide-show, speakers and giveaways including iPad and more!

…learn how to make the most of the March 29th  North Central PA Education Consortium (Bloomsburg Teachers Fair) by attending one of the Preparing for a Teacher Job Fair sessions. You can attend this workshop on Monday, March 7 or Wednesday, March 23, both sessions will be held from 5:00-5:30 pm in ELC 217. The focus of the workshop is on how to interact with school representatives at a teacher job fair. It will also provide a general review of the job search process for teaching opportunities. Then make sure to mark your calendars – EVENT: North Central PA Education […]

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.

UBS Freshman Forum is an expenses-paid, immersion into the world of finance. The program provides students with an opportunity to jump-start their career through an exciting, hands-on introduction to businesses, which may include: Finance Group Technology Investment Banking The program will include opportunities to hear from senior speakers, networking with recent graduates—in both individual and small group settings—a tour of the world’s largest trading floor, as well as building relationships with peers. Details: Location: UBS offices in Stamford, Connecticut Dates: May 19–20, 2011 Eligibility Criteria: UBS Freshman Forum is available to students who have completed their freshman year in college, […]

Here are just a few – Deadline:  Monday, February 28,  11:59pm – TONIGHT!! Office of the Governor of Illinois: Internship WITF, Inc.: Numerous Summer Internships Keystone Energy Technology Enterprise Center, Inc: Internship Wolf Trap Foundation: Summer Internship Men’s Health Magazine: Intern LewisGale Medical Center: Medical Center Intern PA Department of Labor and Industry: Office of Chief Counsel Intern Southern Education Foundation: 2011 Southern Education Leadership Summer Program First Quality Enterprises, Inc.: Numerous Internship Opportunities   Deadline:  Monday, March 7,  11:59pm Safeway Inc.: Corporate Summer Internship Institute for Experiential Learning (IEL): Internship Whale Center of New England: Internship Arena Stage: Internship […]

Kait Fleming ’09, returns to campus to share how she felt as a student pursuing a job in environmental consulting – what she does as an environmental consultant with Groundwater Sciences Corporation , who her clients are, what students entering the field can expect, helpful hints, as well as the application/interview process she experienced.  Kait was an Environmental Studies/Geology Major and English minor. Friday, March 4 5-7pm O’Leary 232 Pizza, beverages and desserts will be served Sponsored by the Geology department and AR/CDC

The Washington Media Scholars Foundation creates scholarship, learning and career advancement opportunities for college students interested in public policy media strategy, research and management. The organization coordinates three programs of varying intensity to carry out this mission: Media Scholars Program. Beginning with the Media Plan Case Competition, the Media Scholars Program identifies talented undergraduates from across the country and brings the finalists to Washington, DC for a week of networking and out-of-the-classroom educational opportunities with organizations such as Google, Politico, CNN and the Wall Street Journal. At a Networking Reception held at the Newseum, the foundation distributes $10,000 in scholarship […]

Don’t miss the 2011 SINC Conference Your ticket to a career in the sports industry Education-Top sports executives share insight on best practices and future trends Placement-One-on-one interviews on-site for internships, part-time and full-time positions Networking-Over 100 sports business professionals mix and mingle with SINC Conference attendees. Don’t miss the leading sports career conference that will be held on March 4-5 at The George Washington University in Washington, DC. Once again students, recent graduates and career changers are invited to join the top decision makers in the sports industry for a unique conference experience. Over the two-day period, these sports business […]

It takes less than 10 seconds to create a lasting first impression. Here’s how to wow them with style at your next networking event. By Donna Smith Right or wrong, shallow or not, we instinctively judge by appearances. Albert Mehrabian, author of Silent Messages (Wadsworth, 1971), claims appearance has a greater effect on people you meet for the first time than any other factor. He says 55 percent of an initial impression is based on how you look and only 7 percent on what you say. As the old adage goes, dress for the job you want – and the […]

At Goldman Sachs, diversity isn’t an initiative, it’s part of our culture. Having an inclusive environment gives us access to the best talent, without restriction. Talent that helps us find innovative solutions for clients across the globe. That’s not just a good story. It’s good business. So if you’re looking for an environment where you feel welcomed — and valued — look no further. Learn more! Please join us for the following events: Spring 2011 Federation Women & Diversity Conference Date & Time: Tuesday, March 15th, 2011 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Venue: Goldman Sachs New York/New Jersey Campus Application […]

Early Bird Discount Registration CLOSES February 28 ; Register Today! The 8th Annual Sports Events Marketing Experience (SEME 2011), the premier national sports career and networking conference, closes Early Bird Discount Registration on Feb. 28 for the March 25-26 event in Washington, D.C. The conference will be held at Nationals Park and hosted by the Georgetown University Sports Industry Management (SIM) graduate program. It has sold out the past three years. This years’ Keynote dignitaries are: SEME has featured experts from over 210 organizations in 20 different sports career fields, including top decision  makers from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, […]

I’m not one to be braggadocious but when I found out we had been listed as one of the Top 25 Career Services Blogs I had to put my modesty aside and toot my own horn. In addition to the obvious honor we felt, the list included blogs from top schools and many that I look to for inspiration; it’s nice to know I have good taste 🙂 Of course I want you all to continue to read the Bucknell Career Insider hourly (I guess I’ll settle for daily) but I also wanted to share the article so you can […]