by Brad Karsh: President and Founder, JobBound Although the task of finding a job may seem too tough to tackle, it’s really quite simple when you compare it to one of your favorite pastimes: dating. Just like burping out the alphabet or talking to your ex at the dinner table are sure-fire ways to blow a date, there are some things you just don’t want to do when trying to find a job. I found that if you apply these dating guidelines to the job search, you’re sure to find a dream job that’s a perfect fit for you. Don’t […]

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 […]

On-Campus Recruiting begins today so we thought we’d share some tips on dressing for an interview. Although certain qualifications and skills are mandatory for many jobs, the interview can often make or break one’s chances. First impressions say a lot, and what interviewers absorb in the first 30 seconds is what they are most likely to remember. You’ll want that first impression to be not just a good one, but also a great one. Not only do you need to keep a cool composure, be confident in your skills and know all about the organization you are interviewing with, you […]

On-Campus Recruiting, also known as OCR, provides Bucknell students the opportunity to interview with employers who visit the Career Center during the Fall and Spring semesters. Full-time entry-level jobs and summer internships, primarily in business and technical fields, are offered through the OCR program. OCR interviews occur from mid September through mid November for the Fall semester and late January through mid April for the Spring semester. Resume submission deadlines can vary but are typically every Monday night by 11:59 p.m. but it doesn’t hurt to check the BRIDGE often! You’ll find OCR listings on the BRIDGE. It always helps […]

Tuesday, September 28th 5: 30 – 8:00 p.m. Societe Generale,1221 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020 See the list of Registered Employers Ticket Required, Transportation available, 9/24 RSVP on BRIDGE Learn from a panel of Young Alumni from about the various industry followed by the chance to network with alumni, parents and HR representatives from a variety of financial institutions. Bring your resumes with you to share with them. Panelists include: Luis Davila ’03, Co-Founder/Managing Partner, Liquid Claims Lauren Day ’05, Operations, Goldman Sachs Group, inc Alison Faux ’08, Sales analyst – Foreign exchanges distribution, UBS Securities Inc […]

International Careers Consortium Helpful resources including an article: “When in the process do I reveal that I am an international student?” that also gives advice about how to talk about the H1-B with potential employers, DISCO career information for Japanese speaking students and resources for Spanish and Portuguese bilinguals. Article: DHS Extends OPT from 12 to 29 months for Foreign STEM Students National Association of Colleges and Employers U.S. Dept of Labor Foreign Labor Certification Disclosure Data A searchable database of employers who have applied to hire foreign workers. Going Global: One of the more comprehensive sources of international job […]

Whether it is an Internship or a Full Time Job you are looking for, the Employer Expo is where you should be!  In addition to the actual Employer  Expo on the 21st from 11:00am – 2:30pm, many employers hold events prior to and after the Expo.  Here are the events that you may want to know about and take part in (check the BRIDGE calendar for more details): Thursday, September 16 Resumania: Walk-in Resume Reviews, 11:00am – 3:00pm, CDC Botany Building 2nd Floor Employer EXPO Prep Session, 5:00-5:30pm,  ELC Gallery Theatre Friday, September 17 Expo Resumania: Walk-in Resume Reviews, Noon […]

Employer Expo is September 21, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Gerhard Fieldhouse Get the details and the list of employers registered! This is the ideal chance to ask questions, sell yourself, and gather valuable information that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to obtain. Network with employers as you begin your job or internship search and learn about full-time positions, internships & organizations. Need to update that Resume? Stop by the CDC on Thursday, September 16 from 11-3 or Friday, September 17 from Noon-4 for a special Resumania walk-in period. Not sure how to tackle a large-scale career fair? […]

As we get ready to turn our calendars to August the day is looming where you will return to campus and, somewhat begrudgingly, get back in to the swing of campus life. While you may not want to think about your imminent return yet we are already busy preparing and you can do your small part too – PACK A SUIT! Employer Expo is Tuesday, September 21 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in the Gerhard Fieldhouse This is the ideal chance to ask questions, sell yourself, and gather valuable information that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to obtain. So […]

By: Jessica Holbrook Hernandez, an expert resume writer, career and personal branding strategist, author, and presenter; visit her website for more. This was one of our most popular blog posts this year, and we think the advice is so good it should be repeated! If you’re looking for some awesome cover letter advice on how *NOT* to start your cover letter (and some great examples of how you should be starting it) then read on! On a weekly basis any hiring manager probably receives between 50 and … well, probably hundreds of resumes and cover letters. The key is to […]

Deadline:  TONIGHT (July 9) at 11:59pm ListenLogic: Marketing Intern American Lung Association: Full Time Associate, National Policy North Jersey Resource Conservation & Development (RC&D) Council: Stewardship Intern Deadline:  Monday, July 12 at 11:59pm Playworld:  Full Time Assistant Graphic Designer American Lung Association: Environmental Health Policy Intern – 2010 Summer/Fall Semester Office of Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-7): Fall Intern Deadline:  Friday, July 16 at 11:59pm Spire Search Partners: Intern Deadline:  Monday, July 19 at 11:59pm American Lung Association: Full Time Budget Manager DeVito/Verdi: Full Time Media Assistant position Deadline:  Monday, July 26 at 11:59pm Citizens for Erik Viker: Summer/Fall POLITICAL CAMPAIGN […]

Author: Christina Archer is a Recruiting Specialist, Resume Writer, and Author. Website: http://icareersearch.wordpress.com While the news of an improving American economy gives job seekers a glimmer of hope in the employment market, the competition is more fierce than ever before. In order to “bring your A game,” it becomes necessary to take a second look at your resume, to ensure you’re prepared to face-off with the toughest opposition. These are the top six areas of the resume that warrant immediate attention. What’s the objective? Any resume still utilizing an objective statement should remove it, and create a compelling introduction that […]

Based on a NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) 2010 Student Survey, there is a strong link between the use of career services and a student’s ability to get a job offer. Here is what the results revealed: The more frequently a senior used career services, the more likely he/she would receive a job offer. The likelihood of getting a job offer increased with the frequency of use (those who used the career center four or more times a semester were more likely to have job offers than those who used it once a semester). Among those who had […]

Job outlook brightens for new grads _ just barely By ERIC GORSKI (AP) – Jun 9, 2010 To get a sense of the job market new college graduates face, consider the latest crop of nurses from Santa Rosa Junior College. Just eight of the 55 students are leaving with job offers — and that’s considered good news. Last year, no graduates of the California community college’s associate degree nursing program had a job in hand. “We’re excited that finally something is happening,” said Sharon Johnson, the program director. This year’s slightly better performance is one of many signs around the […]

In the D.C area for the summer? Make sure you sign up and stop by for our annual Bucknellians in Government event on: July 21st (rescheduled from July 14th) 6:00 – 8:00 pm Carnegie Endowment Conference Center, Washington, DC RSVP on the BRIDGE by July 14th This is a Bucknell only event where students and recent graduates interested in government careers are invited to attend. This networking event featuring Bucknellians currently working in or involved with government will give Alumni and Parents a chance to speak with students about how they got started, share what a typical day is like […]