You know the power of Facebook for connecting with friends, now it’s time to learn the power of LinkedIn – the professional way to network. Mark your calendars for: Google Me: Using LinkedIn in Your  Search Tuesday, February 8, 2011 Noon – 12:50 p.m. Taylor 203 (access to computers to help build your profile!) Learn how to make the most of LinkedIn as a job search tool with a real Bucknell student profile as an example. Learn the basics of LinkedIn, useful ways to enhance your search and how it can be used to explore career paths. You can leave this […]

Not sure where to start in the career process? Make sure you check out our “Steps to Success Series” which are a series of workshops designed to help  you on your way. January Workshops: Resumes – Jan. 20 at Noon in Taylor 203:  You could leave this workshop with a resume in hand! Review resume basics while working at a computer to type up the framework for your resume or updating an existing resume Choosing A Major – Jan. 24 at 5:30 in ELC 217: This workshop is offered in the spring for sophomores who are Bachelor of Arts majors.  […]

So much time so little to do. Strike that, reverse it. So much to do so little time! So don’t waste it…there is already too much stuff to do. To help you get back in the swing of things here’s what we have planned for upcoming week: Thursday, January 20, Noon – 1:00, Taylor 203: Resume Workshop – Steps to Success Series Thursday, January 20, 5:00 – 5:30, ELC Gallery Theatre: Internship& Job Fair Prep Session Friday, January 21, 10 – 4:00, CDC 2nd Floor: Resumania – Walk-in resume reviews Monday, January 24, 10 – 4:00, CDC 2nd Floor: Resumania […]

As an international student it can be challenging trying to keep straight all the rules and regulations of working in the US but don’t let that stop you taking advantage of opportunities to intern or work full-time! Join Linda Bennett, from the Office of Immigration Services, and Chris Sabas, an Immigration Attorney for a special Immigration Seminar on Thursday, December 2nd at 5pm in Arches Lounge (FREE FOOD!) This is a great opportunity to learn about the legal procedures that international students must know before doing internships or working in the U.S. from experts! This program will provide international students […]

Date: Thursdays: October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18 TIME: Noon – 12:50 pm …we’ll make sure you can make a 1 pm class! LOCATION: ELC 217 ( Except 11/11 Session – ELC Gallery Theatre) Sign up on the BRIDGE; Space is limited; Snacks provided The CDC is pleased to announce fall class offerings for JUMPSTART, an education program designed to aid sophomores and juniors in their career planning and development. If you’re interested in getting started at the CDC, this non-credit, four-session course is for you. Topics covered include: self-exploration industry research summer job and internship search strategies […]

We are back for October! Check out our October workshops for the “Steps to Success Series,”which are a series of workshops designed to start you on your way. Career Decision Making – Oct. 5 at 5 in ELC 217: This workshop is a brief overview identifying the different pieces that go into the complex process of career decision making Resumes – Oct. 7 at Noon in Taylor 203:  Review resume basics while working at a computer to type up the framework for your resume or updating an existing resume. You could (and should) leave this workshop with a resume in […]

The Bucknell Media & Technology Network (BMNT) is sponsoring a field trip to Advertising Week on September 28th to attend 3 seminars: 11-11:45am – To Hell with Ads, Spark A Movement! 12-12:45pm – The In-Store Marketing Experience: 2020 3-3:45pm – Marketing That Connects (Presented by Facebook!) A buffet lunch with Bucknell alumni working in marketing will be included at 1:00pm. A $30 fee for seminars, transportation, and food is required. You will need to pay for this event by coming to the Alumni Relations office (90 University Ave.) – across the railroad tracks from the President’s house, by Friday, September […]

Don’t miss this special addition of Monday Interview Tips featuring Bob Weingard, Senior Staff Engineer at Exelon Nuclear! Bob will be on campus to give interviewing advice to any interested students.  Exelon is recruiting for both engineering and finance positions at the EMPLOYER EXPO on 9/21 and will be conducting campus interviews on 9/22. MONDAY, 9/20 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm in the Career Development Center

Have an upcoming interview? Don’t be nervous…the CDC has got you covered. Did you know that we have a weekly group session called Interviewing Tips every Monday at 5 pm. This session offers information about recruitment procedures and the CDC, inside tips about employers who recruit on campus, and a tour of CDC interview rooms. All are welcome to attend. So don’t get nervous, get prepared!

Not sure where to start in the career process? Make sure you check out our “Steps to Success Series”which are a series of workshops designed to start you on your way. September Workshops: Resumes – Sept. 9 at Noon in Taylor 203:  Review resume basics while working at a computer to type up the framework for your resume or updating an existing resume Resumes for Engineers – Sept. 9 at Noon in Dana 117: This workshop will review several general resume rules and then spend time highlighting what employers will seek/expect from engineering students and how to best highlight any […]

Tailoring your resume and cover letter is an important part of the applying process that many job seekers tend to overlook. By tailoring your application materials to the jobs you’re applying for, you will show those potential employers that you are that ideal candidate for their specific position. Simply Hired has tips and tricks for tailoring your resume and cover letter. Your main point of reference when tailoring your cover letter and resume should be the job description for the position to which you are applying. In a job description, employers write out the exact requirements of the role they […]

The Woodhull Institute for Ethical Leadership Offers Our 2010 College Women’s Retreat April 23-25th, 2010 Ancramdale, NY For More Information Apply Today! In this economy can you afford not to succeed? Get out of your own way and let Woodhull help! Students have always grappled with what they will do after graduation. But, in today’s economy the stress can be unbearable. Spend a weekend with a great group of women working through the same kinds of stresses in an intimate space away from cell phones, e-mail, and school pressures. At the retreat, Woodhull Faculty will facilitate a variety of workshops […]

For first year students who are interested in participating in the Externship Program during their sophomore year. The session will provide and overview of the program, application requirements and steps on how to use the Bridge. Tuesday, April 6 at Noon in ELC Gallery Theater Wednesday, April 21 at 5:00pm in ELC Gallery Theater Thursday, April 29 at Noon in ELC Gallery Theater Attendance at one session is required for participation in the program. Learn more about the Externship Program

Twice a year The Martin Agency conducts a popular Student Workshop program for college students interested in pursuing a career in advertising. The Student Workshop is a 10-day program held at The Martin Agency in Richmond, Va. It is limited to 15 students and is held every June and January –the June workshop is scheduled for June 2-11, 2010 and the application is due April 9th. Workshop Objectives The Martin Agency Student Workshop is designed for college students interested in pursuing a career in advertising or a related field. It is our hope that through the experience, the students will […]

Get started at the CDC with JUMPSTART – Exclusively for YOU (First Years) I know you are all probably wondering why we are bugging you with this sort of stuff now, but BELIEVE YOUR MOTHER! It is never too early to start planning. Jumpstart isn’t about getting a job, it is about exploring yourself, your interests, discovering a plethora of industries and learning about the great tools and resources we have to help you along your way to a major, an externship, an internship, graduate school or a job! JUMPSTART is a non-credit, 4-session special CDC program designed to aid […]