As you head into to finals and then off for winter break we wanted to offer you some tips on networking and internships by your fellow peer Brittany Waser ’12. Through my internship search and summer job search I have found that one of the most valuable tips I have received is the importance of networking. Students dread networking and keeping in contact with employers ( I know I did!), especially when the end goal of a job seems far off. Often intimidating and easily ignored, networking can be the key to unlocking a seemingly unattainable summer position. This is […]

These days, the professional cover letter has taken a backseat to its much more popular cousin, the resume. Although it is often seen as stuffy, antiquated, and even frivolous, the cover letter actually has the power to establish the all-important.

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 […]

We recently came across an article from JobsJournal.com about identifying job scams and thought we’d post it here since we often get questions about just what this article deals with –  “Spotting Internet Job Scams.” We hope you find it useful: By Surjit Sen Sharma While the percentage of simpleminded people, falling for internet job scams, seems to have remained the same this year as before, according to USA News Online, the numbers have definitely gone up. The recession has caused increase in the numbers of desperate jobseekers, and similarly there has been a rise in the numbers of attempts […]

Bucknell has often been referred to as a bubble. It is a campus filled with brick buildings, athletic facilities and breath-taking views of the Pennsylvania landscape. Within these warm brick buildings are numerous services provided by the University in an effort to burst this bubble. Of these services, the best is arguably the Bridge. The Bridge is more than a job application site. Its name truly suits its function as it connects Bucknell undergraduate students to Alumni, career-oriented campus events, and professional opportunities that reach far beyond the Lewisburg city limits. Even more so, the Bridge is easily accessible and […]

Daylight Savings always gets me thinking. I wake up the morning after in a fog of confusion…wondering if the time that is showing on my alarm clock is the “right” time and inevitably get on the track to that deep question…what does time really mean? I won’t bore you with this existential argument that I go through but the point it is I got thinking this past weekend and I’m wondering if anyone else is in the same boat. Perhaps you are thinking about getting in gear for your internship search? It is a great idea to get a head […]

Easy ways to be more competitive in obtaining employment. By: Marinda Bean, NorthOrion Editor (www.NorthOrion.com) In today’s highly-competitive job market, it’s essential for job hunters to set themselves apart from their competition in order to obtain highly-competitive positions. This is an employer’s market, with dozens of well-qualified applicants for each opening, so job hunters would do well to make a concerted effort to stand out from the pack, so to speak. And it’s simpler than you might think. By implementing the following easy techniques, you can set yourself heads and shoulders above your closest competition. 1. Stay Current One of […]

In case you missed it the 2010 Engineering Recruiting Consortium is now up and running which means from now until October 20th you should be applying to the job and internship postings for Engineering & Computer Science majors. Phone interviews will take place for selected candidates on Nov. 16th and we are crossing our fingers that many Bucknellians will be selected. In anticipation we wanted to share some this great resource from UC Davis.  Although they recently cut their rowing teams, we still really like what their career services office had to offer when it comes to technical interview questions […]

Answers to some frequently asked questions regarding the upcoming Professional and Grad School Fairs (Oct. 20 & 21st) What should I do before the Fair? Prioritize your list of schools to make effective use of your time. If possible, visit the websites of your top schools. What should I wear? First impressions count so give some thought to what you wear. Business casual works, however, keep in mind “business casual” doesn’t mean “classroom casual.” Bottom line-you want the schools to remember you… not what you’re wearing. I only have 30 minutes between classes…should I still come? Yes!… but maximize your […]

Do you remember this? Or rather…have you ever heard of this? httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jW3PFC86UNI My point is, I get it. I know you think that no one understands you, that you know what to do in every situation and you wish people like parents, professors, college administrators, public safety or your roommate would stop telling you what to do and treat you like adults. But, just like Facebook likes to suggest things to you (people you may know things, you may like), we like to make some good suggestions too. Not that you don’t already know it…but it’s worth pointing out.  So […]

Recruiting activity is now underway with on campus interviews already happening.  The Employer Expo was last week – a great opportunity for some, not much for others.  Teach For America and Exelon kicked things off last week and ExxonMobil and many accounting and engineering opportunities are coming up soon.  Large government and nonprofit organizations will also be actively seeking applicants for their open positions.  Be sure to regularly check job listings on the Bridge throughout the year.  This is one of many ways to actively search for a job during your senior year. In general, different industries will hire at […]

A lot of times working in a career center is like swimming upstream; it’s tiring having to constantly illustrate how valuable our services are and make students believe us! Luckily NACE (the National Association of Colleges and Employers) has done some of the work for us by spotlighting –in tangible numbers– the value of using career services. So in the great words of Hansel (he’s still so hot right now), “The results are in, amigo! What’s left to ponder?” Results from NACE’s 2010 Student Survey show: The likelihood of a student getting a job offer increased with the frequency of […]

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 […]