Employers are now back on campus with Bucknell’s recruiting season in full swing this week. We want to remind you that if you are applying to positions on the BRIDGE where the company is coming to campus to interview, you will want to check your e-mail OFTEN and sign up for a slot as soon as you receive the e-mail notification. Do not wait until the last minute to sign up for an interview slot. Do so as soon as you receive an email inviting you schedule an interview. Often times, the times you are available may already be filled […]

Deadline Monday, October 5, 11:59 p.m. Many internship opportunities listed on the BRIDGE, including: Exelon Corporation: Internship Opportunities Suncom Industries, Inc: Computer Science Internship for Accounting (local, during semester) Stokes & Company, P.C.: Accounting Intern BRIDGE application deadlines are usually Monday nights at 11:59 p.m. and will continue throughout the academic year. If you have any technical difficulties with your application, be sure to email recruiting@bucknell.edu before the deadline and we will be able to help you. Please continue to check the BRIDGE as part of your comprehensive job search strategy, but note that industries recruit differently depending on the […]

During the month of October, Creative Financial Group will host an exclusive workshop for College Seniors, Recent College Graduates and Career Changers interested in the Financial Services Industry.

We have invited Michael Goldberg, CSP and Owner of Building Block Consulting, LLC to share his knowledge of: Resume Writing, Interviewing, and Networking, on October 15th, 2009. The workshop will be held at Creative Financial Group, 16 Campus Boulevard, Newtown Square, PA 19073.

If you know someone who you believe would like to attend our upcoming workshop, please contact Stephanie Boccella, Recruiting Director – 610/886-1946 or Sboccella@cfg.nef.com. We promise to only use their information to contact them regarding our recruiting opportunities.

Business? Casual? Business Casual? It’s a fuzzy world out there when it comes to jobs and attire but when you are dressing for an interview or a job fair one thing is clear – Suiting Up is always the best idea. We’ve heard from many employers on what outfits make the best impression and it is always a suit. You don’t want to be remembered by an employer for what you wore so check out this quick review of the basics: Men and Women Conservative two-piece business suit (solid dark blue or grey is best) Conservative long-sleeved shirt/blouse (white is […]

Don’t forget that today is the day to get your ticket to the Finance Summit that will be held in NYC on October 1st. Info Session is tonight from 5 – 5:30 in Rooke 116 Some registered employers include: Deloitte, JP Morgan, Credit Suisse, Meryl Lynch, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and many more! At the Summit – Learn from and network with BU alumni, parents, and friends who are financial professionals from the NYC area. Listen to a panel of Bucknell young alumni, discuss job research strategies and career paths in the financial world, and possible internship and full time […]

Wednesday, September 30th in ELC 217 Info Session – 5:00 – 6:30pm Case Workshop – 7:00 – 8:30pm Consultants and Alumni from Deloitte Consulting will be on campus to give some general information about their organization AND present a workshop on case interviewing.

Investment Banking Event: 10/6, 6-7pm, ELC 217 , Refreshments Provided We will be providing an overview of Investment Banking for those interested in learning more about the industry, as well as discussing the available financial analyst positions at Signal Hill as a potential career opportunity. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session, as well as an opportunity to meet top members of the Signal Hill team. This event is open to all students, but those interviewing with Signal Hill are strongly encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be provided. Company Description: Signal Hill Capital Group provides investment […]

Pre-Law Program: Writing An Effective Personal Statement Join Professor Frensler and Pre-Law Advisor for tips on writing a personal statement for your application to convince admissions committee members to want you at their law school. September 29th from Noon – 12:35 pm in Vaughan Lit 102

The Career Development Center is seeking your response to a short survey about your summer job/internship experience this past summer. You’ll be asked to answer a series of questions about where you were, what your experience was like, and if you would be willing to share your experience with the CDC and other students. This information will help to guide students in the future to these programs and can also help us to forge new relationships. 2009 Summer Experience Survey Students who complete a survey will have their names entered into a drawing for Bookstore Gift Certificates! The survey will […]

BRIDGE application deadlines are usually Monday nights at 11:59 p.m. and will continue throughout the academic year. If you have any technical difficulties with your application, be sure to email recruiting@bucknell.edu before the deadline and we will be able to help you. Please continue to check the BRIDGE as part of your comprehensive job search strategy, but note that industries recruit differently depending on the time of year and how much their openings are planned. If you aren’t finding what interests you on the BRIDGE, please work with a CDC counselor to determine the best strategies for your needs. **Deadline […]

The Capitol Hill Internship Program is a summer internship program that provides a stipend of $250 per week (up to $2500 for the summer) for students who are able to secure unpaid, noncredit internships. The program is open to all full-time undergraduate students, including graduating seniors. The application deadline is Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 11:59 pm. Monday, September 28, 5:00 – 5:45 pm, ELC 217 Tuesday, October 6, 12:00 – 12:45 am, Vaughan 101 Sunday, October 18, 5:00 – 5:45 pm, ELC 217 Tuesday, October 20, 3:00 – 4:00 pm, ELC 217 Thursday, October 29, 5:00 – 5:45 pm, ELC […]

This Friday, September 25 at 5:00 in BIOL 104, Dr. David Janda ’80 will be giving a talk on Tips for Interviewing for Medical School. This will be relevant not only for medical school, but for any of the health professions graduate schools. Dr. Janda has done this in the past with great success, and had graciously offered to present once again. If you are able, I would highly recommend that you try to make it – especially if you will be interviewing this fall or spring!

Definition: to jump across or leap over an obstacle but perhaps the best definition was demonstrated by Kerri Strug in the 1996 Olympics (starts at 1:23) but, don’t worry, we aren’t expecting you to land on one foot. Which is why Bucknell subscribes to an amazing career resource called…you guessed it…The Vault. Access is strictly for Bucknell students but can be easily accessed through myBucknell (or this post). It’s easy to do anywhere on campus; once you are signed in to myBucknell you will also be automatically signed in to the Vault. Why use the Vault? Our subscription gives you […]

New York City Finance Summit; Thursday, October 1; Ticket Required; Transportation Available
Learn from and network with BU alumni, parents, and friends who are financial professionals from the NYC area. Listen to a panel of Bucknell young alumni, discuss job research strategies and career paths in the financial world, and possible internship and full time opportunities. Sign up on the BRDGE; Ticket Required. Attend the Prep Session on Monday, September 28th at 5:00 in Rooke 116 to get required ticket. Transportation Available to registered students; bring in a $20.00 (refundable) cash deposit to the CDC to reserve your seat by Tuesday, September 29th at Noon.

Join us for a Merck Evening Employer Presentation Date: September 21st, 2009 Time: 6 – 7 pm Location: ELC 217 Food & Drinks Provided Majors: Chemical Engineering, ILTM/Engineering Management, Biology/Biochemistry, and Chemistry Find out more about Merck