As you begin to look around your rooms and post all the stuff you don’t want to move on the Message Center remember to “pack” your cyber stuff, like any BRIDGE documents (resumes, cover letters), transcripts, or papers in your netspace. Here’s an quick list of what to think of and what to do with it. Let’s start with an easy one: Email – Good news, your Bmail account will continue without interruption but if you are no longer going to be checking this account make sure you update your information on your resume, LinkedIn and B-Link.  If you have […]

By Katrina Hefele ’13 For those of you who don’t have internships this summer…don’t freak out, it’s not the end of the world! However, that doesn’t mean that you can just sit on your couch watching cartoons all day long; take charge of your life and be productive! Are you interested in becoming a vet? Volunteer at a local animal hospital. Maybe your interests lay in the arts? Then you could volunteer at a local museum. The most important thing to do with your summer is to learn, whether you are being paid or not.  Explore your interests;  say you […]

May 1st! Distress Call! Help me! OK so it’s May 1st and if you are on the verge of putting out a distressed signal I am here to remind you that there is still time to stop by the CDC. Feeling like there are no more opportunities? That’s just silly! Jobs and Internships are STILL rolling in and are being posted on the BRIDGE …like 2 great job postings from BlueWolf , a Graphic Design Internship at Jolie Papier (ap due 5/16), Intern at St. Jude’s (ap due 5/10) or Harvard Business School (ap due 5/18) or go for 1 […]

We came across a great little post on Media Jobs Daily and wanted to share it with you… Another Reminder: Send a Thank-You Note! by Mike Janssen Are you in the habit of sending thank-you notes after a job interview? In case you didn’t already know, here’s more evidence that it’s a practice worth keeping up with. A new CareerBuilder survey found that 22 percent of hiring managers say they’re less likely to hire a candidate if they don’t get a thank-you after the interview. Don’t worry about stocking up on fountain pens and fancy stationery, though — almost 90 […]

These days everyone wants to be green and make green but we all know that ain’t always easy… httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpiIWMWWVco Luckily the “green”  industry is highly diverse and is growing daily.  “Green Careers” can encompass various industries such as: conservation, education, communication, environmental consulting, environmental management and planning, and parks and recreation, to name a few.  Employers include academia, government, corporations, public and private research firms, nonprofits and grassroots organizations. General Advice and Tips Determine what part of the industry interests you most – since the opportunities are so diverse, the more you can refine your career interests in the environmental […]

In helping out a student recently I was reminded again of how great of a resource Vault.com is and I think their slogan should be “there’s a guide for that” given the fact that it is chock-full of guides on almost every topic. Guide sections include: Interview and Resume Guides – Write resumes that get noticed and follow up with interviews that seal the deal. Our guides will show you the best path. Career Topic Guides  – Discover up-to-date buzzwords, the top internships–even explore guides to start a new business in your field. Industry Guides  – From advertising to writing, […]

‘Cause I’m the taxman… httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Maz9ddxEQnM I hope you all had a chance to attend the Love Your Money Finance Workshop we offered on April 12th. In case you didn’t here are some good resources: Recent Grad Confused about Personal Finance? Empower Yourself through Education Money Advice for Recent College Grads Mint.com – A fun, easy, FREE tool to help you budget. It connects to thousands of checking, savings, credit card, investment, loan, and retirement accounts. Access all your balances and transactions together, on the web or your iPhone You Can Deal With It – student loan advice, budget tools and […]

2011 version of the above saying: You apply for a job with that profile? I know you think I’m just being old and preachy and I “just don’t get it” but here is what I do know: if you have a Facebook profile you can almost guarantee that employers are going to search for it and, if they can find it, they are going to have a looksy at whatever you allow them to see. How do I know this? Well, for one, employers tell us! We recently had an employer reach out to us to express a bit of […]

Coming to your Hall soon … First Year Career Check-Ins! April 4 – 15, individually scheduled 30 minute programs in residence halls…check with your RA to find out when! Wondering what you need to be thinking about and do regarding your career?  The Career Development Center and your peers have a couple important suggestions.  At this brief career check-in, to be scheduled on your hall, a CDC staff member and upper class student will share information about 2 important resources for you to know about:  1. Externships 2. Alumni (and how to connect). Bite-sized snacks for bite-sized information: Pizza bagels […]

I know it may seem “hard” but once you get the hang of it signing up for an event on the BRIDGE is super easy…especially since if you are signed in to myBucknell, and on this page (for one), you can access the BRIDGE without signing in again. OK so let’s say just got my email about this awesome panel happening on April 4th and want to go…here are the steps Sign into the BRIDGE Mouse over the “Calendar” tab and then click on “Career Center Calendar” You will see today’s events On the right you will see a calendar […]

I know you probably aren’t reading this but in case you are…I’ve been catching up on my Netflix Watch Instantly Queue and while I’m ashamed to admit it I am going to … I watch Greek. Yes, I know. Please remember this is a judgment free zone. So I used the surprise snow and then rain as a great excuse to veg-out on the couch and catch up on the show and sadly…I then thought of a blog post clearly demonstrating that inspiration can come from anywhere. So, anyway, remember that Greek episode (“The First Last”)  where everyone is on […]

The sun is shinning and the temperature is forecasted to be in the 60s, which makes one thing clear: Spring is in the air; which also means so is Spring Break! And I for one say enjoy it while you have it! But it is important to remember the the “real world” does not have such luxuries and employers may contact you over the week you are away.  So while your gearing up for your well-deserved break you should think about activating your vacation mail/auto-responses and changing cell voice mail greetings. If you are not planning to check your email […]

Now that everyone can get access to the Alumni Directory (yeah, you heard me…) I wanted to share a few helpful hints on the best ways to reach out. Let them get to know you before asking for something–Many professionals are going to be busy, as well as thinking about their own reputations in their workplace. While they can help you with contacts, advice, and even opportunities, they are putting themselves at risk to do so for someone they don’t know, so let them get to know you before asking for something. Consider asking for an informational interview. It is […]

Have unique concerns and questions about the job or internship search? Then make sure you check out our advice, information and resources for Diversity Resources for Internships or Job Searches in myBucknell. Here’s what you’ll find: International Students Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Students – (We are Out for Work Gold Certified!) Multicultural/Students of Color Students with Disabilities Women Students And remember you can always make an appointment with a counselor by calling 570-577-1238 or emailing us at cdc@bucknell.edu.

It takes less than 10 seconds to create a lasting first impression. Here’s how to wow them with style at your next networking event. By Donna Smith Right or wrong, shallow or not, we instinctively judge by appearances. Albert Mehrabian, author of Silent Messages (Wadsworth, 1971), claims appearance has a greater effect on people you meet for the first time than any other factor. He says 55 percent of an initial impression is based on how you look and only 7 percent on what you say. As the old adage goes, dress for the job you want – and the […]