Career Services

Upcoming Events

COFFEE WITH A PRO SERIES: 

December 3, Dirlam Lounge, Smith Chapel     Thom Wright, architect

 

RDG Planning & Design

 

November 19, Dirlam Lounge, Smith Chapel     Allison Stark

 

Allison Stark is the Business Relationship Manager for Dardis Communications, Inc., an executive training and development firm in both Chicago and Des Moines. Stark serves as a point of contact for many Dardis Communications' clients including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Wells Fargo, John Deere, and Rockwell Collins. She received her undergraduate degree in Communications Studies and Business Management from Simpson College and her MBA with an emphasis in Human Resources from Drake University.

 

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Career Essentials:

This event is an excellent opportunity for students to hear, directly from hiring managers and HR people, what it takes to be considered for a variety of career positions in a number of businesses and industries. There is no better or more convenient way for students to obtain this valuable information. “Career Essentials” should and does appeal to all students, from first year through seniors.” Ruth Weatherly, Professor of Management, made this comment about the Career Essentials forum event which she attended last year. Representatives, many of them alum, from companies such as, Meredith Corp, Iowa Department of Public Safety, Hy-Vee and ING. talk about breaking into their fields and what students should be doing now, while in college, to give them the advantage when applying for internships and full-time positions.

 

When asked what information was the most helpful students commented on information provided about internships and explanations of the different industries, their hiring practices and the job market today. After the panel discussion employers stayed to visit with students who had more specific questions. Many cards were passed out and opportunities discussed. One student commented on the event being a great way to network and get your foot in the door.

 

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Drop-In Resume and Cover Letter Assistance -

(BSC - Career Services Office)

 

The Career Services Office has scheduled office hours available for students to drop-in and receive assistance with development and finalization of your resume, cover letters, and reference sheets.  If these times will not work please call 961-1667 for an appointment.

 

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Junior Senior Experience Forum Events:

DINING/SOCIAL ETIQUETTE:  December 1, time 6 p.m.  This will be an evening program that will focus on instructing students on basic dining and social etiquette. Many students have no idea how to introduce themselves in a social setting, which fork to use, proper cell phone etiquette, etc. This event will be advertised as a fun way to learn these etiquette tips while still being able to have a relaxing evening before finals.

 

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Mock Interviews -
Sign up by calling: (515) 961-1667

 

Practice your interviewing questions. Learn what employers are looking for when they interview. Discover how to answer behaviorally based questions. Find out what questions you can ask the interviewer.

 

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2010 Iowa Career Expo

The Iowa Career Expo will provide access to a wide variety of employers from across the state  of Iowa that are looking for recent college graduates, student interns, and seasoned professionals.

 

When:    Thursday, January 7, 2010

 

Time:      10:00am-3:00pm

 

Where:    Hy-Vee Hall in Downtown   Des Moines

 

Simpson College Career/Volunteer Fair

When:   February 11th, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

 

Where:  Cowles Athletic Center

 

This is your opportunity to search for full-time, part-time jobs, internships and volunteer experiences.  Network with employers and discover what opportunities are available for you.

 

Other MidWest Career Fairs:

Drake University Spring Internship & Career Fair
Thursday, February 4, 2010 from 3-6 pm
Olmsted Center, Drake University


UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair (Education)
Friday, Feburary 5th - Sunday, February 7th
University of Northern Iowa

 

Iow State University Business/Liberal Arts & Sciences Career Fair
Wednesday, February 10th- 12 pm - 6 pm
ISU Hilton Coliseum

 

Buena Vista University, Job Summit 2010
Thursday, February 18th
Buena Vista University

 

University of Northern Iowa, Spring Career Fair
Monday, February 22
UNI

 

Northwest Missouri State University, Spring Career Fair
Wednesday, March 3
Northwest Missouri State University

 

St. Ambrose Unviersity
Wednesday, march 17th
St. Ambrose University
www.gotoprofair.org

 

Career Extravaganza
Tuesday March 23
Loras College

 

 

Last Updated: 11/18/09