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

Next week employers will be flooding our campus! This is your chance to get a jumpstart! Look forward to the Speed Mock Interviews and the Business & Liberal Arts Career Fair! Never been to a Career Fair? Check out How to Rock a Career Fair!

Thursday, November 5

Interview prep workshop: 4pm in the Road to Bali

Monday, November 9

Resume/ Cover Letter Workshop &How to Rock a Career Fair: 7pm in the Road to Bali

Tuesday, November 10

Drop-In Tuesday: Noon in the Career Center

Networking Workshop: 4pm in the Road to Bali

Wednesday, November 11

Resume/ Cover Letter Workshop & How to Rock a Career Fair: Noon in the Road to Bali

Speed Mock Interviews:7pm Lower Crosby

Limited opportunities sign up now! RSVP Careercenter@gonzaga.edu

Thursday, November 12

Business & Liberal Arts Career Fair:  1 to 5pm Jepson Center

Let the Career Center & Employers know you are coming! RSVP at Zagtrax.net.

Tags: Business Administration, Career Center Service, Career Development, Career Fair, College of Arts and Science, How to Work a Career Fair, internship, Job Search, Networking, Resume, Success in Economy

Head to Cataldo from 10 – 2pm today and check out the Engineering and Computer Science Expo! Mmmmmmm,

employment opportunities are oh so sweet.

If you still need some last minute coaching before the Expo, come visit us in the Career Center.  We will be on call if you need us!

Tags: Career Center, Career Development, Career Fair, Computer Science, internship, Job Search, Networking, Success in Economy

Going to tomorrow’s Career Fair could be a first meeting with a future employer and you have to treat it that way! Just as you wouldn’t sit down to an interview chewing a fresh piece of Big Red, there are some big taboos that must be avoided!

Here are a few of our personal favorite:

• Wearing your backpack: Pulling your resume out of your Jansport that’s been crushed between your planner and math book is not acceptable! Drop it off in the coatroom, please.
• Don’t come a few minutes before the Fair ends because some employers may have to leave early.
• Don’t bring the whole floor of your dorm with you. The employers want to meet you, not your whole entourage.
• Don’t walk up to a booth and as “So what do you guys do?” Do your homework and know about the employers you are interested in.

Going in with a professional mindset will definitely equip you to present employers with your best non-flip flopped foot forward.

Written by: Courtney Jacobsen, Class of 2011

Tags: Career Center Service, Career Development, Career Expo, Career Fair, Computer Science, Engineering, Event, internship, Job Search, Success in Economy, What not to do at Career Fair

A Career Fair can be a little overwhelming, but as long as you know a few key skills and bring the pertinent supplies (i.e. copies of your resume, a smile, and a firm handshake) you’ll look like a seasoned veteran to the game.

Working a Career Fair centers around what you say to each company’s representatives. Developing a small speech to start out with will open a conversation door. Now, no index cards are needed because you’re going to be talking about one of your favorite subjects: yourself!

It’s a simple combination of name, class standing, major, opportunities you are seeking, relevant experience, highlights of skills and strengths, and knowledge of the company.

See? That won’t be too painful. Then just be ready to ask the representative questions about their company or any job openings they have. The most important thing to do is practice talking about you. I’m sure that your roommate would love to know about what career venues interest you.

Written by: Courtney Jacobsen, Class of 2011

Tags: Career Center Service, Career Development, Career Fair, Computer Science, Engineering, Event, internship, Job Search, Success in Economy

What to Wear to a Career Fair

Time to dig through your closet and push aside your favorite sweatpants and t-shirts. Remember, this could be your first meeting with a future employer so dress to impress!

Ladies: Style your hair so it doesn’t fall into your face; less is more when it comes to jewelry, makeup, and perfume; no flashy labels or designer names; no chipping nail polish; no cleavage; closed or peep-toe shoes, moderate heel, no sling backs

Gentlemen: Comb your hair; clean the dirt out from underneath your finger nails; conservative on jewelry and cologne; wear dark socks; no flashy ties; wear dark colored slacks or a suit (black can sometimes seems too formal)

Overall, dress like your going to meet your new love-interest’s parents for dinner! And remember, that your iron is your new best friend.

Written by: Courtney Jacobsen, Class of 2011

Tags: Career Fair, Computer Science, Engineering, internship, Job Search, Success in Economy, What to Wear: Career Fair

Hopefully, everyone has marked down next week’s career fair. If you haven’t, pull that dusty planner out of your backpack and write this down right now!

Engineering & Computer Science Expo

Thursday, October 8th

10 – 2 pm in Cataldo

Now that we are all anticipating this next networking opportunity, what should we be prepared to do as  we walk into that big, shiny ballroom with potential employers lined up like ducks in a row? This answer was given to us by the companies that attended last year’s Engineering & Computer Science Expo. Although they were very impressed with everything that Gonzaga students have to offer, they wish we were more prepared! Knowing some key points about a company’s mission and corporate culture will set you apart when you attempt to pick the

brains of these attending employers. And I hate to say it, but that means you have to do some research! Here’s a list of the companies that will be at the career fair next week:

• Areva T&D
• Avista Corp.
• Barnard Construction Company, Inc
• Coffman Engineers, Inc.
• Fast Enterprises
• FBI – Seattle Division
• Itron
• Janicki Industries, Inc.
• Jigsaw Data Corp.
• Kiewit Pacific Co.
• Liberty Mutual Group
• Max J. Kueney Co.
• McKinstry
• Montana Dept. of Transportation
• Next IT Corp.
• Oregon Dept. of Transportation
• OST Spokane
• PACCAR
• POWER Engineers, Inc.
• Puget Sound Energy
• Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
• SCAFCO Corp.
• Tacoma Power
• Turner Construction Co.
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• U.S. Navy Officers Programs

Find a company that sparks some interest, do a little research, go to the career fair next week and place your smiling face in front of that employer to “wow” them with who you are and what you have to offer!

Keep an eye out next week for more tips in regards to next week’s career fair!

Written by: Courtney Jacobsen, Class of 2011

Tags: Career Fair, Computer Science, Engineering, Event, internship, Job Search, Success in Economy

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

• Communications Positions from PR News:
  • Marketing Manager, TrialPay
  • Marketing Communications Coordinator, AgentHR, Inc.
  • Senior Manager, Product Communications, Genentech
  • Sr. Public Relations Associate, National Association of Social Workers
  • Associate Director of Media Relations, Willamette University
  • Communications Director, Indian Law Resource Center
  • Program Coordinator, Marketing, Points of Light Institute

Washington State Dept of Labor and Industries: Communications Consultant 5
Seeking communication professionals with exceptional writing skills and equally strong communication planning skills to serve as key communication adviser and support to the agency’s largest division. http://www.lni.wa.gov/Main/FindAJob/bulletins/09150.asp

Tags: Communications, Communications Coordinator, Hot Lead, Job Search, Marketing, Media Relations, Public Relations

The following job leads were forwarded to the Career Center and we wanted to forward them along to job hunting Zags out there!

• The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is hiring a community outreach specialist in Portland. Experience with social media is helpful, but not required. Annual salary is approximately $44,000 – $77,000, depending upon education and experience. Submit resume by August 31 to “COS Hiring Manager” via mail: PO Box 709, Portland, OR 97207; Email: applicants.portland@ic.fbi.gov; or fax:(503) 552-5465.
• Metro is seeking an associate public affairs specialist in communications in Portland. Annual salary is $49,329 – $66,056. Application deadline September 1.
• The Oregon Sustainability Center is hiring a fundraising director in Portland. Salary is negotiable. Screening begins September 1. Please submit resume and cover letter electronically to Liz Hopkins atlhopkins@pdxinstitute.org., or via the mail to P+OSI C/O Liz Hopkins, 1600 SW 4th Ave, Suite 800, Portland, OR 97201.
• Gateway to College National Network is hiring a program manager in Portland. The salary range is $50,000 – $80,000 per year, including a comprehensive benefits package. Starting salary is typically in the first quartile of the range. Position closes September 11.
• Oregon Voice is hiring an executive director in Portland. Competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience. Apply by October 13.
• Defend Oregon is hiring an outreach organizer in Portland. Salary is commensurate with experience. Position is open until filled. E-mail resume and cover letter to liz@ouroregon.org
• OHSU Foundation is hiring a director of development in the School of Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology in Portland. Salary is commensurate with experience. Position is open until filled. Please forward a resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to: ohsufhr@ohsu.edu

From PR Jobs online:

• • Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, North Carolina State Ports Authority
  • Senior Manager, External Relations, Ohio University
  • Communications Associate, U.S. Green Building Council
  • Public Relations Manager, Aloysius Butler & Clark
  • Vice President Global Corporate Communications, Philips Healthcare
  • Senior Account Executive, Stanton Communications
  • Public Affairs Coordinator, Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC

Tags: Advertising, Communications, Hot Lead, Job Hunting, Job Search, Marketing, Oregon, Portland, Success in Economy