Tomorrow, registration will begin for the 2010 Portland and Seattle Treks.   Many students have been e-mailing for the full list of events for both Portland and Seattle, and here you go!

The link to register is: https://gonzaga-csm.symplicity.com/events/TREKS2010.

Which will be made live tomorrow at noon.  Excursion spots are first come, first served.  Questions?  Don’t hesitate to contact the GAMP office at: gamp@gonzaga.edu.

Gonzaga University Portland Trek 2010

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Corporate Excursions: 9:30 AM-2:30 PM

Four separate excursions to eight different corporate headquarters will allow students to gain an inside perspective of these dynamic companies:

• Nike
• Columbia Sportswear
• Daimler
• adidas
• Hewlett-Packard
• The Regence Group
• Widmer Brothers Brewing Company
• The Portland Trail Blazers

Career Fair: 3:00 PM-5:00 PM

Representatives from over 25 area employers will be on hand to discuss available opportunities and career development tools.  This event will take place at the Broadway of the Doubletree at Lloyd Center.

The Networking Social with Keynote Address: 6:00 PM-8:00 PM

Students, alumni, and area employers are invited to join us for a hosted social at the Doubletree Hotel, Pacific Northwest Ballroom.  Kent Lewis, President of Anvil Media, Inc. will deliver the keynote address.

Gonzaga University Seattle Trek 2010

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Business and Networking Luncheon 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

This Trek kickoff event and quarterly meeting for the Gonzaga Business Forum will feature keynote speaker, Andy Schneider, a 1987 Gonzaga Alumnus and Senior Vice President, People and Customer Services, Horizon Air.

Corporate Excursions 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Eight separate excursions to twelve different corporate headquarters will allow students to gain an inside perspective of these dynamic companies:

• Microsoft
• Amazon.com
• Nordstrom
• Expeditors
• Starbucks
• PACCAR
• Redhook
• Xversity
• Boeing
• Accenture
• EMP
• Turner Construction

The Networking Social with Keynote Address 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Students, alumni, and area employers are invited to join us for a hosted keynote social at F.X. McRory’s, 419 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle.

Friday, January 8, 2010

Women in Leadership Symposium 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

This forum will bring the women attending the Gonzaga University Trek together with some of the Puget Sound area’s most successful and influential female leaders.

Career Fair 11:00 AM  – 12:00 PM

Representatives from over 35 area employers will be on hand to discuss available opportunities and career development tools.

Tags: Career Center, Career Development, Events, GAMP, Networking, Portland, Seattle, Success in Economy, Trek

Yes, I am still in the rainy (but beautiful) Emerald City of Seattle working with employers in finalizing the details of the 2010 Treks. 

Before I announce the newest participant, I have to share a little “fun” fact about myself: I love Michael Jackson music.  I do.   His music is always fun to dance to and no matter what “mood” I am in, I always get cheered up.  That is why I was left speechless when I actually got to see his glove in person.  Where, you might be wondering did I spot this piece of Pop Culture history?  At our newest excursion host: The Experience Music Project.

This excursion will include a tour of the museum along with Q&A from panelists answering what it really looks like to work for a non-profit.  All majors are encouraged, especially HR, Public Relations, Marketing, Education as the EMP has internships within those fields.  Not in those fields of study?  That’s okay, EMP would also be happy to meet with an interest in non-profit, event planning or development.

Registartion begins this Friday!  Stay tuned for more details.

Note: Corporate excursions are  made available exclusively for Gonzaga students (both undergraduate and graduate levels).  Alumni and friends of the university are encouraged to attend the networking social as well as the Career Fair.  More information to come.

Tags: Events, GAMP, Internships, Marketing, Non-Profit, Public Relations, Seattle, Treks

Avoiding raindrops here in Seattle, I am continuing to meet with potential excursion hosts for the 2010 Seattle Trek.  Although  the title of this blog post may lead you to believe that I am referring to the NFL team in town,  think again. We have just secured an excursion with Turner Construction, who built the beautiful athletic complex.

This tour will be paired with PACCAR, which will lend well to the overall theme of Engineering.  Turner Construction would specifically like to meet Civil Engineering majors.  So, for all those engineering students make sure to mark your calendars and plan to register for the PACCAR/Turner Excursion!  Registration begins this Friday, with link to be announced on Thursday.

Note: Corporate excursions are  made available exclusively for Gonzaga students (both undergraduate and graduate levels).  Alumni and friends of the university are encouraged to attend the networking social as well as the Career Fair.  More information to come.

Tags: Career Center Service, Career Development, Engineering, Job Search, Networking, Seattle, Success in Economy, Trek

I have the pleasure of traveling to Seattle today and tomorrow to iron out the details of the 2010 Seattle Trek.  In the midst of rain boots and umbrellas, I am happy to  announce a NEW participant for this year’s Trek. 

Drum roll please….

The one, the only Starbucks.  The pairing with Starbucks is yet to be determined (hopefully while I am here in Seattle!).  Starbucks inviting students of all majors and years to participate in their excursion.    The excursion will include a corporate tour along with Q & A from fellow Zags. 

Space is limited, so make sure to plan on registering this Friday, November 13th to secure your space.  We will be announcing the registration link on Thursday, Nov. 12th, but it will not be live until noon on Friday!

Note: Corporate excursions are  made available exclusively for Gonzaga students (both undergraduate and graduate levels).  Alumni and friends of the university are encouraged to attend the networking social as well as the Career Fair.  More information to come.

Tags: Career Development, Career Fair, Excursions, GAMP, Networking, Seattle, Success in Economy, Trek

These opportunities caught my eye in a Linkedin Group (Job Spot Seattle) and thought it would be a good idea to share them with our blogging audience.
REI Headquarters - Kent, WA (Multiple Opportunities)

* Human Resources OD Rep Northeast
* Enterprise Architect (IT)
* Internet Marketing Program Manager, Paid Search
* Senior General Accountant

Details about these and/or other REI Headquarter job postings can be viewed at:https://www.rei.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.searchJobs

Alaska Airlines (Multiple Openings AND 2 Payoll Opportunities)

* Payroll Analyst (apply on or before September 8, 2009)
* Payroll Business Analyst

Details about these and/or other Alaska Airlines job postings can be viewed at:https://alaskaairlines.recruitmax.com/MAIN/careerportal/Job_List.cfm?szSearchType=Advanced

Tags: Accounting, Alaska Airlines, Human Resources, Job Search, Marketing, Payroll, REI, Seattle

Interested in non-profit work, specifically within the field of development?  If so, consider applying for the Washington Trails Association paid part-time internship.

Various Responsibilities Include:

• Gift processing: record individual and corporate gifts in the ebase donor database and prepare thank you letters to donors (60%)
• Major giving program: help with year-end fundraising (editing, printing, mailing letters; facilitating personal contact between board members and donors) and planning of annual donor appreciation event (15%)
• Special appeals: help with editing, printing, mailing, and tracking results for year-end fundraising appeal (5%)
• Represent WTA at workplace giving campaign events (depending on qualifications and interest) (5%)
• Help maintain hard copy and electronic records for development department (10%)
• Other duties as directed (5%)

Application deadline is quickly approaching: August 28, 2009

For more information and apply, check out the posting here:http://www.wta.org/about/job-opportunities/development-assistant-intern

Tags: Communications, Development, Event Planning, Fundraising, internship, Non-Profit, Seattle

The south Seattle parishes and schools of St. Edward, St. Paul, and St. George are seeking talented and experienced candidates for the position of Regional Pastoral Assistant for Finance & Administration.

Email jfadul@stedwardparish.net to receive a complete application packet. Position open until filled. This is a challenging position in a multi-cultural setting, and a grace filled opportunity for someone with the right gifts to make a difference.

Tags: Finance, Hot Lead, Seattle

We had this PAID internship come our way for a Summer Marketing Internship in Bellevue.   Anyone in that area (yes, even recent graduates) looking for a Summer gig, this could be a great opportunity.

Netstar Communications, Inc., located in Bellevue, WA, is a telecom audit, cost-reduction and management company which helps companies reduce telecom and wireless costs and eliminate the stress of day-to-day telecom management. 

What’s In It For You

• A Paid internship, $10-$14/hr depending on experience
• Real world experience
  • Beginning of June – end of August
  • Work hours 9AM – 4PM M-F
  • Extended hours during one trade show – dates & times TBD
• A learning laboratory – because Netstar is a small business you will have opportunities to learn about different areas of a quickly growing business
• A final work product you can add to your portfolio
• Flexibility – we will accommodate up to 1 week of unpaid vacation time during the internship

What You Will Do

• The main objective of this position is to increase Netstar’s brand recognition and generate leads for prospective clients
• The marketing intern will work on a variety of tasks and projects, depending on Netstar’s needs
• Projects and tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Developing a plan for online social networking and digital media.  This includes creating guidelines & standards and training Netstar team members on how to use this medium effectively
  • Assisting in the development of trade show booths, marketing tactics, and research about how to target specific audiences
  • Participating in trade shows and interacting with potential clients
  • Researching different marketing and advertising activities
  • Writing and evaluating cost benefit analyses to recommend whether or not to take action on certain projects
  • Creating unique and creative marketing strategies that either increase brand recognition or generate leads
  • Developing metrics for how we measure & track marketing initiatives
  • Modifying the current style guide to incorporate new marketing initiatives
  • Writing content and publishing our “Customer Newsletter” through ConstantContact
  • Collaborating with outside vendors to complete projects

What It Takes to Succeed

• An interest in marketing and an understanding of how it impacts the entire business
• A belief that marketing’s function is to support the sales team and generate awareness about the company
• Attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly
• Initiative
• Resourcefulness
• Common sense
• Creativity
• Dedication
• Self-confidence and being comfortable making recommendations and communicating with upper-management
• Ability to work independently, as required
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Ability to self-manage and strive for the best
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Preferred, but not required:
  • Marketing experience with other companies
  • Knowledge of social media/networking
  • Sales or customer service
  • Business, marketing, entrepreneurship and communications majors.

How to Apply

Send the following items to annie.cheng@netstarinc.com:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Either: a letter of reference from a professor OR a writing sample.

You may also fax them to 425.865.0159.  In the cover letter, tell us why you are the best candidate for the job, and what you’re looking for in an internship experience.  Sell yourself!

Netstar Communications, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Only those authorized to work in the US need apply.

 Check www.netstarinc.com for more opportunities and details.

Tags: Advertising, Alumni, Class of 2009, College of Arts and Science, Communication, Hot Lead, internship, Marketing, Summer

Firmani + Associates, a Seattle-based PR firm, presents recent or upcoming college graduates with a resume-building opportunity to gain valuable marketing, PR and leadership training experience as brand ambassadors working on behalf of PEMCO Insurance’s “We’re A Lot Like You. A Little Different.” campaign. Brand ambassadors’ primary role will be to serve as the face of PEMCO Insurance at sponsored events and activities throughout Washington state, all facilitated from PEMCO’s promotional vehicle known as WALLY1 (We’re A Lot Like You).

Want more info? Want to apply? Login to ZagTrax or send your resume and cover letter to info@firmani.com (besure to include “WALLY” in your subject line.

Tags: Business Administration, College of Arts and Science, Communication, Marketing, Public Relations

I found this position for an HTML-E-mail Coder on Craigslist and thought I would pass it along to our digital audience. 

ARE YOU 
- an experienced and reliable Web Developer? 
- a highly-motivated, personable self-starter with excellent communication skills? 
- organized and detail-oriented? 
- a service-oriented professional, secure in your technical skills, but capable of handling direction? 

WE ARE 
a small, rapidly-growing email marketing strategy and creative services agency located in the heart of Seattle. Our firm is profitable, self-funded and our business is growing. We provide email marketing strategy and production services – design, copywriting, coding and testing – for leading brands in apparel, home furnishings, travel and beyond. We work hard for our clients, but we also work hard at making our agency a fun and inspiring place to work. 

POSITION SUMMARY 
This is a contract-to-perm position. Primary duties and responsibilities include: 

- Produce hand-coded HTML files from Photoshop files utilizing a combination of nested table structures and inline CSS 
- Test files across multiple platforms, browsers and email clients (Outlook, Yahoo, Hotmail, etc.) 
- Stay abreast of industry trends and continuously refine coding technique 
- Collaborate with team members 
- Maintain a high level of attention to detail 
- Ability to take initiative to research and learn emerging technologies 

For the full job decription, check it out here: http://tinyurl.com/d7bptw