There may be a debate about who actually said this famous line but there is no debate in its call to action, “go west!” Recently the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) released a survey that indicates that the “Midwest Leads in Hiring Projection Increase.” The good news is: hiring plans are increasing! According to the survey, Responses indicate that the increase in college hiring will be highest in the Midwest, where employers expect to hire 18.5 percent more college graduates in 2012 than they did in 2011. Employers in the West also anticipate a double-digit increase—11.5 percent. Why […]

We discussed Case Interviews, which is all well and good but not everyone will be subjected to a case interview so now I’d like to turn our attention to Behavioral Interviews. Behavioral Interviews, or Behavioral-Based Interviews (BBI), is a technique used by employers to learn about your past behavior in particular situations to help determine how you would perform on the job and fit into the organization. “Enthusiasts believe that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior…more recent behavior is a better predictor of future behavior than older behavior, and that long-standing trends are better predictors of behavior […]

If you missed Casey on February 29th you can read all about her day using storify, check it out. We are up in running with our next alumna to take over @BisonINCareers. Casey Hubert ’10 will be spending her extra day in February (the 29th that is) taking us all through a day in the life of an Interactive Recruiter. Casey graduated in Bucknell in 2010 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Education.  After some serious thought, she decided she didn’t want to go back to school but take a stab at something more corporate.  Through networking on the […]

Are you seeking: full-time job? Or an internship? A campus job? Or work study? Whatever you are seeking (well in terms of employment) we can help! If you haven’t already, visit the CDC to learn about comprehensive job search strategies and in the meantime you should also publish your resume to one of our Resume Books on the BRIDGE. Resume books allow employers to access your resume, and if they find a skill match, contact you directly. Easy Instructions: 1. Go to MyBucknell/QuickLinks/Career Development Center/BRIDGE 2. Once inside, click on Document tab/Upload a Resume, then Document tab/Publish a Resume 3. […]

Monday, February 20 Apogee Info Session 6:00 – 7:00 pm, ELC 301 Physics Alumni Panel 7:30 – 8:30 pm, Bertrand Library – Traditional Reading Room Tuesday, February 21 BPIP Internship Fund Info Session Noon – 1:00 pm, ELC 217 Wednesday, February 22 Deadline to sign up for the DC Career Fair Thursday, February 23 Love Your Money Personal Finance Series, 3rd Topic: Investments & Saving for Retirement Noon – 12:50 pm, ELC Gallery Theatre T. Rowe Price Engineering Info Session 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Dana 113 Friday, February 24 Engineering Career Networking Event 3:30 – 5 pm, Larison Dining Hall

We came across this in the Message Center (that place is full of information!) and wanted to make sure we pointed it out here as many students find themselves needing to request transcripts for career-related reasons, especially for graduate schools (that’s leading to a career so I’m counting it). Here was the message: Effective 02/06/12, the website utilized for transcript requests will change. All online orders for transcripts should be completed at www.iwantmytranscript.com. Online transcript requests at this site require the use of a debit/credit card, and requests will NOT be processed until payment has been received. Information on transcript […]

D.C Career Fair Thursday, March 1st –Sign up Deadline is 2/22 6:00 – 8:00 pm GAO Building, 441 G Street NW, Washington, DC Transportation Available (Reserve your spot by 2/27) Registered Employers This exclusive Bucknell event offers students an opportunity to network with alumni, parents and representatives from the Government, Non-Profit and Public Affairs sectors about their career paths, organizations and any volunteer, internship and full-time opportunities they presently have or plan to have available in the future. Students must register on the BRIDGE and go to 1 of the 2 Prep Sessions: Monday, February 27,  5:00-5:30 pm, Olin 268 […]

DATE: Monday, February 20th TIME: 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. LOCATION: Traditional Reading Room, Bertrand Library The panel discussion will examine the career paths of this diverse group of Bucknell alumni. Come hear their advice and perspectives as they discuss their work and available opportunities.  The conversation will also include a question and answer period. The event is followed by a small networking reception with hors d’oeurves, where attendees can connect with the alumni. Panelists: Ari-David Brown ’99, Electronics Engineer, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Deborah Hornbeck ’90, Senior Vice President, Information Security, Citigroup Timothy Maclay ’86, CEO, Celestial Insight, Inc. […]

Students who want to explore careers in the non-profit and government 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 service careers, and helps students learn about how to find internships and jobs in these sectors. 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 application process is competitive and the deadline is March 26, 11:59 pm, on the BRIDGE. Learn more […]

Monday, February 13 Internships 101 Noon – 1:00 pm, ELC Walls Lounge BPIP Internship Fund Info Session 5:00 – 6:00 pm, ELC 217 Tuesday, February 14 On-Campus Job Fair – come learn how you can work for us (and other depts on campus)! 11:00 – 1:00 pm, ELC Walls Lounge Wednesday, February 15 Mary Brown ’10 on @BisonINCareers Thursday, February 16 Love Your Money Personal Finance Series, 2nd Topic: Credit Score, Buying a Car & House Noon – 12:50 pm, ELC Gallery Theatre Friday, February 17 Pre-Law Lunch: John Steele ’82 on The Economics of Deciding to go to Law […]

Please join us Saturday, February 18th from 1 – 6 p.m. in the Elaine Langone Center to welcome back distinguished Bucknell alumni who are returning to campus to share the knowledge and experience they have gained from a wide variety of leadership roles in the work place and in their communities. The 8th Annual Student Leadership Institute, is a half-day conference which includes three leadership seminars of your choice and ends with dinner and the opportunity to interact with visiting alumni. Registration closes at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 15.  A complete list of speakers and sessions can be found at http://my.bucknell.edu/LI.html.Register […]

As part of Engineering Week (Feb. 20 – 24) we will be co-hosting a great student/alumni networking event on Friday, February 24th from 3:30 – 5:00 in Larison Dining Hall. Alumni will talk with students about their represented career field-what it entails, trends, future direction, internship or entry level positions, and other pearls of wisdom they might want to share.  New this year – tables with alumni offer advice about resume & cover letters (bring your resume), interviewing, and graduate/professional school. Be sure to bring a resume if you want it reviewed (by the people who would be hiring you)! […]

Our “day in the life” on @BisonINCareers is already kicking off on February 15th with Mary Brown’ 10. Up until last week Mary was working for the YoYo merchandising team but she has now moved over to the merchandising team for Casa.com, the newest site for Quidsi Inc. which launching on mid-February, for home goods. If you are like me, then you assume that one day a website appears with, I don’t know, the push of a button? Well I have a feeling it is a lot more complicated than that. On Wednesday, barring any catastrophes, Mary will be taking […]

No, I’m not talking about wedding traditions. Sorry gentlemen but with Valentine’s day quickly approaching I think my mind just naturally wanders to these spots in my brain. This is SOMETHING for everyone and I’m really excited to share it with you. Something New: @BisonINCareers Something Old (I mean this in a good way like wine and cheese): Alumni Something Borrowed: This idea from the University of Pennsylvania, borrowed not stolen they know we are doing it. Something Blue (and Orange): Well that is Alumni again 🙂 Now that I’ve distanced myself from the wedding analogy let me expand on […]

  It’s raining Love! Find a job you love…to get money that you love…so you can spend it on someone you love (including yourself) at the Work Study & Campus Jobs Fair on Tuesday, February, 14th from 11 – 1pm in ELC Walls Lounge. Come and mingle with campus departments, and enjoy a VALENTINE’S DAY theme! The list of Part-time Work Study & Campus Jobs for students can be found anytime on the BRIDGE homepage or Jobs on Campus link in myBucknell. This list is updated regularly with department’s student employment needs and application instructions are provided with each listing. On the […]