Mark Your Calendar - 2009 Career Events

Upcoming dates for Spring 2009
(For more information on all of these, visit http://www.career.ucf.edu/)

Student "Employment Prep" Expomania
(Entire Career Services staff helping students with Resume Critiques, How to Navigate a Career Fair, Developing your "Elevator Speech")
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
12 pm - 2 pm
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom

UCF Spring Career Expo
*Professional Dress Required*
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
10 am - 3 pm
UCF Arena

UCF Spring Internship Fair

Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Majors Fair
February 11, 2009
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
11 am - 2 pm

Statewide Job Fair
*Hosted by UCF, All public Florida universities invited
May 14, 2009
10 am - 3 pm
UCF Arena

Lockheed Seeking MIS and Computer Science majors

Do you have skills in Microsoft Office 2007, MS Project, or database management? Are you currently majoring in MIS, Computer Science, or pursuing an MBA graduate degree?
Lockheed Martin is actively seeking candidates who are interested in webpage creation and maintenance, creating presentations, and updating project schedules.
To apply to the Lockheed Martin Work Experience Program, visit http://www.career.ucf.edu/ and click on the "Lockheed" icon or follow the direct link here.
Remember, to qualify there are several stipulations (see link above), including being a full-time student, minimum 3.0 gpa, US citizenship, and ability to commit 12-20 hrs/week to work.

MIT Professor Explains Crisis to the Masses

MIT Sloan School of Management professor Simon Johnson has recently co-launched the Baseline Scenario, a blog with the tagline "what happened to the global economy and what we can do about it."
Until August, Mr. Johnson was the director of research at the International Monetary Fund. Wall Street Journal Reporter Alina Dizik recently spoke with Mr. Johnson about his role as an educator in the economic crisis. Read the article here.

Johnson: "In order to understand what's happening in your life and the world around you, you need to get a grip on knowledge on the economic situation. I think it's everywhere and it's affecting the whole world."

Visit the blog at http://baselinescenario.com/

Job Search Techniques

Let's assume you've defined what career interests you and that you have a realistic view of the current job market. (The Labor Deparement reported today that 240,000 people lost their jobs in October, making our new unemployment rate 6.5 percent.)
While you should be proud of achieving your college degree, it in no way guarantees you a job. YOU must actively search for opportunities and leads.
Three tips:
1. Get Smart. Don't try to keep track of everything in your head. Get a notebook or start a folder in your "My Docs" and put all of your "Job Search" docs in it. That means keeping track of WHERE you applied, WHEN you applied, and for WHAT POSITION. Keep copies of all resumes and cover letters sent. Make a page for notes for every phone conversation (Telephone Interviews, Conversations with Contacts, etc) with dates and names.
2. Get Organized. Don't let disorganization cause you to miss interviews, career fairs, etc. Get a DAYPLANNER. Want a free one? Come see us in BA 2, Room 222. Get a professional email and put a professional message on your cell.
3. Get Networking. Start connecting with UCF alumni through our Facebok Page (UCF College of Business Network). Do NOT approach an alumnus with "Hey, I am moving to Miami. Can you help me get a job there?" Networking is NOT about asking others to help you get jobs. It's about making contacts to generate leads, learn more about a company/industry, and gaining a better idea of how you can position yourself as a qualified and desirable candidate. Come and see us during walk-ins for help, Tue & Thurs 10:30 - 3:30 in BA 2, Room 222.

Distinguish yourself with a Professional Portfolio

Katherine Cox Read will be leading a workshop in the main Career Services office (Ferrell Commons, Bldg 7F, Classroom 185-B)
on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. The session will last approximately 1 hour and will cover how to showcase your skills, experiences, and accomplishments through the use of a portfolio.
Target audience: seniors and graduate students

Avis Budget Group On-Site Event on Fri Nov 21st

Avis Budget Group invites you to come on site and meet and mingle with Managers, UCF alumni, and obtain information on what Avis can offer you.
Students may sign up via KnightLink (keyword "Avis" under job postings, and select "Avis Budget Group Student Information Expo"
Event runs 10-1 at the Orlando Airport location. Transportation to and from UCF campus provided by Avis. LIMITED spots available so please sign up ASAP.
Additional Info: Yadira Andujar, Human Resources Rep with Avis, at 407-825-3741
This event targeted to juniors and seniors. All majors invited to apply.

BrightFuse - Online Networking

BrightFuse is a free tool that professionals use to network with each other online.
CareerBuilder.com launched BrightFuse in February 2008 to give professionals a tool with which they could network and interact easily with other professionals.
We've started 2 groups on BrightFuse you may be interested in:
UCF Students, Staff, Faculty, and Alumni
UCF CBA Students and Alumni

Meetup.com

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