We hope the first few weeks of classes have gone well. We’ve loved seeing the traffic to our office pick up. It’s about to get busier around here with Employer Expo just around the corner (Sept. 23!). Until then, here’s what’s happening at the CDC this week…and look out for a busy next 2 weeks from us filled with lots of employer info sessions and companies back on campus. Tuesday, September 9 Pre-Law Info Session: 12-1 pm, ELC 217 Counts towards FYIS credit for First Year Students.  Lunch will be provided, so please sign up on the BRIDGE. Pre-Health Introduction […]

If you are thinking about going into the Health Professions you will want to mark your calendar for these upcoming events and meet with our Pre-Health advisor. Help is available for students who are considering a profession related to the health of humans or animals (Allopathic Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Physical Therapy, Pharmacy, Optometry, Podiatry, Physician’s Assistant, Nursing, etc.). Sept. 9 – Introduction to the Health Sciences: Noon, Biology 101 This workshop will outline the fields that Pre-Health encompasses, how to prepare for each, and how each fields’ graduate programs differ in their requirements. Primarily for First Year […]

If you are thinking about Law School then you will want to make sure you mark your calendar for these workshops: Sept. 6 – Mock LSAT: 8:30am, Coleman 221, Must sign up on the BRIDGE  Sept. 9 – Info Session for Pre Law Students: Noon, ELC 217 General information about the pre-law program, Bucknell Law Network, and the Mock Trial Team. Counts towards FYIS credit for First Year Students.  Lunch will be provided, so please sign up on the BRIDGE. Sept. 26: Speed Mentoring; 3-5pm, ELC Center Room (256) A “speed mentoring” event in which students will have an opportunity […]

Welcome back to Bucknell for another great semester. We have a packed career calendar – as usual – so we’ll be highlighting our weekly events on the blog so you don’t miss anything. Here’s what’s happening at the CDC this week: Monday, September 1 – OFFICE CLOSED Wednesday, September 3 Career Resources for Graduate Students Event: 5-5:45pm, Bertrand Library  Traditional Reading Room Are you a graduate student and thinking about your next steps after Bucknell? Wondering if the Career Development Center has resources for you? We do!  Come to this session to learn more. Refreshments provided. International Students – Planning […]

You can intern with U.S. Embassies around the world and in Washington, D.C. while you’re at school. eInternships with U.S. Government agencies give you real experience working with government offices in the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Broadcasting Board of Governors, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Education, etc. eInterns work about ten hours each week directly with their office to do research, social media, website design, data visualizion, reporting, teaching, and much more! We are now accepting applications for these unpaid opportunities from July 2, 2014 through July […]

Learn about the lifespan of style – from concept to retail – during this amazing opportunity to visit Tommy Hilfiger HQ; hear from current employees and get tips from HR on applying for internships. July 17, 2014 |  8:45am-1:00pm | Tommy Hilfiger Corporation 601 W 26th St #600, New York, NY Sign up today on the BRIDGE for this amazing opportunity! Spots are limited and first come, first served. Here’s the day’s itinerary: 8:45-9:15 am: Arrival/Coffee & Tea – students are responsible for their own transportation 9:15-9:30: Welcome by Gary Sheinbaum ’79, CEO Tommy Hilfiger North America 9:30-9:45: The Role […]

This just in from Alumni Relations: The Bucknell Alumni App – Connect with Bucknellians Worldwide! Users can develop professional relationships and network with the Bucknell Alumni community through this location-based mobile directory. Customize your search by Company, Industry, Location, Class Year, Major, Varsity Sports, Industry and Greek Affiliation. The Bucknell Alumni App is available for students to download now! This innovative tool will be in replacement of the B-Link online alumni directory, effective May 31, 2014. For more information visit: http://www.bucknell.edu/AlumniApp Don’t make a mistake that will harm your professional online reputation – remember: It is a privilege to belong […]

Campus is just too quiet with you gone so we’ve decided to venture out of little old Lewisburg. We’ve got some great programs happening in 3 different cities this summer that you will not want to miss. Washington, DC – June 9 DC Career Networking Night & Alumni Panel: Monday, June 9; 6-8:30pm; Sign up on the BRIDGE by 6/8 Location: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, 1779 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest Please join the DC Club of Washington, DC, for a career networking night with alumni, parents, and current students. The program will be a panel, “Where’s the Global Economy Taking […]

Please join the DC Club of Washington, DC on June 9th for a career networking night with alumni, parents, and current students.  This event will be from 6:00-8:30 pm with the program starting promptly at 7:00 pm. The program will be a panel discussion with three alumni discussing the global economy and moderated by Economics Professor, Berhanu Nega. June 9, 2014 |  6:00-8:30pm | Carnegie Endowment for International Peace,  1779 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 “Where’s the Global Economy Taking the Jobs?” The focus will be on where skilled jobs are going and why. A panel of business people […]

Chris Milhous, President and CEO of Ogilvy South and Bucknell Class of 1983 reached out to the Bucknell Career Development Center to offer insight and advice for current Bucknell students looking to go into marketing and communications, but his advice is applicable to anyone that will be working with clients on a daily basis. Ogilvy and Mather is a marketing and communications company with clients including Coca-Cola, UPS, Holiday Inn, Royal Caribbean, Sea-Doo, Hilton Head Island, Zoosk, Boy Scouts of America, Darden Restaurant group, Dollywood, and CNN. Mr. Milhous’ office moved from the outskirts to the heart of Atlanta, Georgia […]

First Years, Have you heard about the opportunity you have to apply to the Externship Program next year?  This is a unique program designed for sophomores to give you a glimpse into the world of work and a certain industry for a one or two days over winter or spring break.  We need you to provide us some information NOW to increase your chances of finding an externship in the location and industry of your liking.  Complete this SURVEY by April 29. This will to give the CDC an idea of the locations and industries of student interest. Completion of […]

It’s the last full week of classes and things are slowing down a bit here but we’ve still got a few employer visits before we close the books. Tuesday, April 22 University of Rochester Simon Graduate School of Business Presentation 4-5pm, Webinar – must register Wednesday, April 23 PwC Diversity Event 5-7pm, 7th Street House Thursday, April 24 PwC Aspire to Lead Women’s Lunch & Panel Event – RSVP here 11:45-2:30pm, Hunt 101 LinkedIn Basics 12-12:50pm, ACWS 115 Remember to take our survey and tell us about your summer plans! Even after classes end we are still open for Quick […]

Did you get a great internship or job for the summer? Awesome! Are you doing research or volunteering your time somewhere? Great! Bucknell students are known to have some pretty fabulous experiences over the summer and we’d love to know what you will be doing so let us know (take our easy, quick survey)! Here are some spotlights from summer 2012: Want your face on a poster – take the survey! Now do you need a place to live? Well we can help…we’ve compiled a list of sites that are a great start to your search. Help Yourself to Housing […]

Here’s what’s happening at the CDC this week: Monday, April 14 Deloitte Consulting Tech Trends Session: 7:30 – 9:30pm, Academic West 112 B​ucknell alum Rob Walker will be on campus to facilitate this exciting opportunity! Tuesday, April 15 Deloitte Consulting Women’s Diversity Event: 5-7pm, LC 217 Lindsay Musser Hough will be here to discuss her new book , A Woman’s Framework to a Successful Career and Life Greening your resume – presentation at Net Impact meeting: 8-9pm, Dana 117 Come learn how to make your resumes and cover letters “green” for potential employers in this industry. Wednesday, April 16 What to […]

Sophie’s peer pick this week includes several paid internships at Spacebound, Inc – applications are due April 15th! – IT Department – Sales Department – Social Media – Marketing – Graphics Department While perusing the BRIDGE, I could not help but notice that SpaceBound, Inc., a global distributor of hardware, electronics, software, office supplies and equipment, tech gadgets, peripherals, and accessories, was offering a multitude of internships in different fields for the duration of late May through September 2014. This paid internship would take place in LaGrange, Ohio, which is renowned as a location that has no rush-hour traffic from any location such as Hopkins Airport, […]