If you have not yet completed the BCS Survey, please come to BCS and provide information on your plans following graduation.  Whether you have accepted a position, are still seeking, will continue your education, start a new business or have other plans – BCS needs this information to prepare a complete Employment Profile for the Class of 2012.

As you begin your career, we hope to see you back on campus for recruiting events. And -- let BCS know when your organization is seeking new staff members!

The University of Illinois Alumni Association welcomes you to the ranks of alumni from the three University of Illinois campuses. To connect with the large alumni network and stay connected to your fellow graduates, you are invited to join the UI Alumni Network, www.uialumninetwork.org/directory.html.

If you are in or are planning a job search, the UIAA Alumni Career Center can help:

* June 27th Chicago Alumni Job Fair, http://hirechicago.eventbrite.com/ 

* The Virtual Career Center is an online resource to help you succeed in all areas of career management.  After you register with the site, you can explore the many topics it covers including job search strategy, resumes, interviewing and networking. www.uiaacareers.org

* We regularly host a series of professional development Webinars throughout the year available at no fee to alumni. (Events are listed in the Virtual Career Center calendar)

* The Hire UI Alumni job board presents job opportunities and is available to all alumni. (Linked from the Virtual Career Center)

* All alumni are welcome to use computers at our drop-in library at 200 S Wacker Drive in Chicago.

* The Alumni Directory is your connection to fellow alumni and networking contacts. www.uialumninetwork.org/directory.html.

* Advising is available to alumni for nominal additional fees, http://www.uiaa.org/careers/packages.html.

Through the support of UIAA Sustaining and Life member gifts we are able to provide these tools free or below market costs.

Please contact Julie L Bartimus, VP, UIAA Alumni Career Center, at careers@uillinois.edu or 312-575-7830 for further assistance or if you have specific questions.

International students present in the U.S. with non-immigrant status are advised to visit the ISSS website and meet with an ISSS adviser regarding ways to maintain your legal non-immigrant status following graduation.  Applying for Optional Practical Training includes meeting very specific deadlines, which you do not want to miss.  Remember that any future applications made to the U.S. immigration authorities will set in motion a review of your past presence in the U.S., and compliance with all regulations. Inform yourself, and protect your status and future employment eligibility by complying with  all pertinent immigration regulations.

Getting experience as an intern is one key to career success.  If you look at an internship as an extended interview you will understand how important it is to maximize your internship experience.  Whether the internship is your first, second or third, take time to prepare for making this your best experience yet.

Below are 4 main goals to keep in mind:

1. Develop new skills

Exhibit a can do attitude.  Passing the attitude test is required on your way to success.  Take on with enthusiasm, ANY task assigned, no matter how small.  Take the initiative to acquire new skills.  Take your assignments seriously and build a reputation for being dependable, diligent and accurate in your work.  (Remember:  never use work email for non-business use, and never download programs onto the office computer without permission!)  At times things may not be clear to you, so seek direction and ask questions.  Also, set realistic goals and expectations. Having a learning agenda will take your internship experience to the next step beyond being a short-term job.  This is a critical element, often times overlooked.  Determine with your supervisor the specific skills and competencies you wish to acquire.  It is your responsibility to make the connection between your learning goals and the daily tasks of your job.  Seek feedback from your supervisor to assess your performance. Make notes of your accomplishments, to include in your resume and future interviews.

2. Show your capabilities

Assume that everyone knows more than you do, however, do not be afraid to offer useful ideas that may save time or money, or solve problems.  Employers greatly value assertiveness -- but not aggressiveness.  Learn how to properly address colleagues and clients, and maintain a pleasant and respectful demeanor with others.  Be a team player.  Learn how your assignments fit into the organization as a whole, and focus on getting the job done.  Success is often defined by your ability to get along with and interact with others.  In the end, you are a ‘winner’ only if your team ‘wins’.

3. Learn about the company

Get to know co-workers early in your internship.  Treat everyone with respect, including members of the support staff.  These colleagues will help you quickly “figure out” the office culture.  Being the “new kid” is like being a freshman again!  You will need to adapt, observe, learn and process a great deal of information.  Watch closely how things get done, ask questions and pay attention to how people interact with each other.  Identify at least one individual to serve as your mentor – someone willing to take a personal interest in your professional development.  Ask other seasoned employees to share knowledge, perspectives, and insight.  Include colleagues in your LinkedIn professional network.  Request ‘informational interviews’ (scheduled outside of work hours) with professionals in other areas of the company.  Get noticed -- many more people than you realize will have a role in determining your future.

4. Assess “fit” between you and the company

Observe your surroundings. Understand the company and lifestyle of full-time employees, so if you are offered a full time position you can make an intelligent and well-thought-out decision on your interest in joining the company.  Aspects to consider include:  the organization’s environment; team-based vs. independent working environment; structured or loose culture; how are decisions made; how are employees valued; what types of attributes gain recognition; what professional development opportunities are available; what is the work/life balance?

There are a lot of things to think about on an internship but most importantly…have fun!

The I-Link Business Job Board continues to provide a wide variety of opportunities for College of Business students. The positions listed below are a sampling of positions that been have been posted in the last two weeks.

If you're looking for a summer position or full-time opportunity make sure you check daily as employers who are targeting College of Business students can -- and do! -- post new postions at any time.  Apply today, as employers are looking to fill these positions quickly!

Intern:

Part-time Summer Marketing intern, All Sports Series

Finance Intern, ArrowStream

AT&T Development Programs and Internships, AT&T, Inc.

Marketing Intern Development Program, Baxter Healthcare Corp.

Full Cycle Accounting Internship,  Cassidy Turley Real Estate Services

CWS Business Partner Intern, CDW Corporation

Information Technology Summer Internship Program-Chicago, CNA Insurance Companies

After Market Internship, DeLaval, Inc.

Marketing Communications Internship, DeLaval, Inc.

MQAH Internship, DeLaval, Inc.

Title Abstractor / Title Clerk, Fidelity National Title

Analyst - Internship, MacMunnis

MillerCoors Externship Experience - Finance (sophomores), MillerCoors

Marketing/Social Media Paid Intern, North Shore Pediatric Therapy

Business/Technical Summer Internship, Northrop Grumman Corporation

Sales and Marketing Intern, Philips North America

Finance Intern, Schneider Electric

Real Estate Analyst, The BSC Group

Tax Accountant Internship, Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

Supply Chain Undergrad Internship, W.W. Grainger, Inc.

Business Unit Finance Internship, Walgreens Corporation

Full-time:

Assistant Brand Senses Coordinator (Visual Merchandising), Abercrombie & Fitch

AT&T Development Programs, AT&T, Inc.

Trader's Assistant, Bengal Capital

Analyst, Brubaker & Associates, Inc.

Financial Analyst, Chrysler Group, LLC

Associate Consultant, Clarity Solution Group

Financial Analyst,  FP&A, Cooper Industries

Staff Tax Accountant, Crowe Horwath

Product Manager, Enova Financial

Implementation Consultant/Project Manager, Epic

Tax Analyst, Epic

Government Consultant - Client Development, The Gallup Organization

Marketing Associate, Illinois Tool Works

Behavioral Analytics Analyst, Mattersight Corporation

Credit Analyst/Servicing Analyst, Provident Funding

Accountant, Resource Technology Associates

Business Analyst, Robert Bosch LLC

Sales Representative, State Farm Insurance

Associate Intrastructure Analyst, UL

Auditor, U.S. Department of Defense, Office of Inspector General

Strategy Analyst, Vodori Inc.

Auditor, Wintrust Financial Corporation

Make sure that you let BCS know you’ll be off campus next semester.  There are very specific instructions you MUST follow to successfully utilize I-Link and BCS’ services while overseas.

Students who will be away Fall Semester, and seeking an internship for Summer 2013, are encouraged to make progress in your career search before you leave campus! 

Steps you can take now in your internship search include:

Network ahead of time: It is imperative that you meet potential employers face-to-face prior to studying abroad. The easiest way to meet employers is to have attended the career fair and information sessions the semester prior to studying abroad.   Get back in touch with these recruiters to let them know you’re going abroad and are interested in pursuing an internship for the summer after you return.

a. Think of other contacts you have, through your job shadow, student organization’s alumni, etc.

b. Use your social networks, too:  Linked-In is used by professionals

c. Additionally, you should schedule informational interviews with prospective employers this summer.  Ask for an appointment and go talk to people in companies that interest you to learn more about the company and what people do in their positions. Many employers will consider candidates whom they have already met, even if they are unable to participate in an on-campus interview.

Additionally, BCS advisers are available for individual appointments to discuss your strategy for job-searching while abroad. Some employers get frustrated with students who apply for on-campus interviews when there is no possibility of having an interview on campus; other employers have interviewed students by Skype or phone. Remember that it is up to you to be completely prepared for your study abroad experience. Your preparation will help impress the recruiters, and will ensure that you remain in the candidate pool for the career options you are pursuing.

Have you accepted an intern or full-time position?  Then come to BCS to have your photo taken for the ‘Success Shots’ shown on the monitor in the BIF Interview Suite!  Having your photo taken will take just a minute, and your employer will appreciate the recognition for hiring top talent!

When applying for employment, remember that employers do not have a right to require candidates to provide logins and passwords to one’s personal social network accounts.  The National Association of Colleges and Employers, which represents the interests to nearly 8,000 corporate recruiters and college career services professionals, has taken the position that this practice violates ethical standards.

Students with questions about this or other aspects of your search for an intern or full-time position should talk with a BCS Adviser to assistance.

Techweek, the largest technology conference in the Midwest, this year will feature more than 200 speakers and 70 sessions focused on a range of technology and entrepreneurship topics. Students pursuing careers in the business management, IT, design, development, and engineering fields may be interested in:

• The Techweek hiring fair is free to attend and provides a chance to network with more than 70 companies interested in hiring designers, developers, engineers, and data scientists.

• Students willing to volunteer at Techweek will not only gain practical work experience managing a major technology conference, but also get free admission to the Conference and Expo

Complete information is available at http://techweek.com/about/volunteering/

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