COLES CHRONICLE, Vol.

13

CAREER FAIR ISSUE

COLES at the CAREER FAIR

Thursday, 3/28, 12:00-4:00 Convocation Center

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PREPARING COLES FOR THE CAREER FAIR

RESUMES 1) Ensure you have the BEST resume. 2) Review the Coles Resume Template for tips & recommendations: http://www.scribd.com/doc/131839788/Resume-Template-Best 3) Upload your resume onto OwlLink: http://careerctr.kennesaw.edu 4) Print your resume on BOND paper...make plenty of copies for Career Fair

RESEARCH & ELEVATOR SPEECHES

1) Research the companies attending the Career Fair - Determine your A list, B list & C list Who must you see? Who do you want to see? Who would you like to see? 2) Find information on their websites to integrate into your ELEVATOR SPEECH & ask questions 3) ELEVATOR SPEECHES: How you introduce yourself to the Recruiters

DRESS FOR SUCCESS

Looking your best is part of the process, so check out this PowerPoint on Dress for Success:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/131838893/Professional-Polish-Dress-for-Success-Best-Coles-Chronicle

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CAREER FAIR

Check out How to Work a Career Fair link and learn everything you need to know about BEFORE, DURING & AFTER the Career Fair:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/131833737/How-to-Work-a-Career-Fair-LLT-Coles-Chronicle#fullscreen

CAREER FAIR CHECK LIST

Empowering Yourself
Conduct research on each company of interest Develop a strong and professional resume or finish polishing your

existing one
Practice your elevator speech Check your attire and dress for success Know your career objectives and aspirations

Click on the appropriate links below to learn more about ...

Make a Striking First Impression

Utilize the Career Fair map to locate companies of interest Assertively introduce yourself using your elevator speech Collect employers BUSINESS CARDS from each recruiter Take notes to write an effective Thank You note Expand your network - Make connections with the recruiters

After the Career Fair

Send thank-you notes to each recruiter within 24 hours Plan to follow-up two weeks after the Career Fair Keep track of all the recruiters and potential job leads

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COLES CHRONICLE, Vol. 13

...EVENTS,TIPS, & TOPICS TO LEARN BY!

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UPCOMING EVENTS FREEDOM FILM SERIES

FOUNDATION for ECONOMIC EDUCATION (FEE)

6:00-7:00 VENDOR TABLES: Non-Profit Economic Organizations

LAST CHANCE! 7:00 Movie & Pizza Night! FREE ADMISSION! 3/26 ANTZ **Prillaman Hall Auditorium**
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PRESENTS

2013 EVOLVE DIAMOND DESIGN COMPETITION

ENTRY DEADLINE Friday 3/29

Contest open only to KSU students Students design a diamond ring & submit their entry by March 29 Winner will receive up to a $4000 ring created by David Douglas Diamonds and Jewelry Winner will be announced at a reception at the KSU Center on April 25 Complete Rules & Online Registration: www.EvolveDesignContest.com

NEW BLOOMBERG ASSESSMENT TEST

CONNECT WITH OVER 20,000 EMPLOYERS

THIS FRIDAY, 3/29

2:00, BB 150
BLOOMBERG IS COMING TO COLES...Dont Miss It! 89,000 Test takers in the past 2 years
RESERVE YOUR SPOT BY REGISTERING HERE: http://bit.ly/BAT2013

More insight at: www.taketheBAT.com - http://bit.ly/Apple-video

NEW & IMPROVED BLOOMBERG ASSESSMENT TEST

2 HOURS | 8 SECTIONS | 100 QUESTIONS
8 SUBJECT AREAS
NEWS ANALYSIS (12 questions) MATH SKILLS (14 questions) INVESTMENT BANKING (12 questions) GLOBAL MARKETS (14 questions) ECONOMICS (12 questions) ANALYTICAL REASONING (12 questions) CHART & GRAPH ANALYSIS (12 questions) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ANALYSIS (12 questions)

Add your BAT Score to your RESUME & LinkedIn Profile

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Turner Broadcasting Pizza Social for Finance & Accounting

Thursday, 4/11 - 11:30 to 2:00 Burruss Lobby

Socializing with Turner Broadcasting Recruiters

Thursday, 4/11 - 12:30 to 2:30 BB-368
Turner Broadcasting System | One CNN Center, Atlanta, GA 30303

COLES COLLEGE FEATURED INTERNSHIPS

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FINANCE/ECON MAJORS
INVESTMENT BANKING Acquisitions Analyst Intern Basic understanding of accounting and finance Basic level of business knowledge and desire to learn more Ability to work independently Strong ability to communicate Internet Research Building database Arranging contacts

TO APPLY Submit RESUME & COVER LETTER to Taylor Mason at tmason@industrypro.com 1925 Vaughn Road, Suite 230 | Kennesaw, GA 30144 | www.industrypro.com *********************************************************************************************

Management & Marketing majors Internships

Supply Chain Operations

Study & learn the various functions and services of Supply Chain operations Work in a dynamic environment with Supply Chain and Logistics stakeholders Execute analysis and clearly present findings in written and verbal format Assist & participate in the development & implementation of improvement programs Perform duties to support the goals & objectives in support of both nursing & patient care TO APPLY: http://www.wellstarcareers.org/job_detail.asp?JobID=3521524

Marketing & Public Relations

Prepare press releases; design brochures, newsletters & posters Maintain marketing production schedule for physicians Assist with special events; manage the mascot program; track media coverage TO APPLY: http://www.wellstarcareers.org/job_detail.asp?JobID=3521540
677 Church St. Marietta, GA 30060| http://www.wellstarcareers.org

13 RED HOT Summer Internships for All Business Majors

Here is an example
20683BR USFS Administration Summer Student Atlanta, GA Salary Commensurate with Experience 05-Mar-2013

To Apply, click on the link below: https://sjobs.brassring.com/EN/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=335&siteid=77 *********************************************************************************************

A Solution Provider to Companies Operating in the Global Travel Industry

Summer 2013 Technology Internship Program CS, IS, ISA Major Salary $19/hour

Junior & Above Minimum 3.0 GPA Must not graduate before May 2013 Send Resume to interns@travelport.com

To Apply:

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WE MAKE THE UNAVAILABLE PART AVAILABLE PRO-SALES TRAINEE

Inventory Management - Packaging Orders - Delivering Product Have the opportunity to balance formal training with real-world experience Learn the ropes of our fast-paced industry & potentially transition into a full-time sales position Work in the role of part-time Sales Trainee

TO APPLY: Click on the following link: https://www.select2perform.com/default?action=url&key=a228726dbdbbec FASTENAL: 2350 Pendley Rd | Cumming, GA 30041 | www.fastenal.com

HOT INTERNSHIPS on OwlLink 300+ Internship/Co-Op Postings! 590+ Total Positions!

ACCT: 25 FIN/ECON: 34 IS: 83 ISA: 22 MGT: 155 MKTG: 129 PRO SALES: 143 Total: 591

TOTAL # OF JOB POSTINGS ON OWLLINK TODAY: 959...UNBELIEVABLE!!! ACCT SALES FIN ISA IS/MSIS MGT MKTG The Ayco Company Campus Special First Investors Travelport UPS AJC International, Inc. Accounting Intern Sales Account Rep. Financial Internship IT Security Web Development Customer Solutions Specialist ID# 24878 ID# 23403 ID# 24921 ID# 24595 ID# 24877 ID# 24985 ID# 24978

Georgia Residential Partners Marketing Intern HOW TO SEARCH FOR JOBS ON OWLLINK

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Go to https://careerctr.kennesaw.edu Click the OwlLink icon On the left hand side of the screen, Use your KSU ID# (000) for both username & password to log in Accept the participation agreement Click on the Job Tab

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HOT INTERNSHIPS. . .
Accounting Finance Intern Information Technology Information Security Facilities Management Marketing Internship Sales Internship

SimplyHired.com
Home Depot Accenture AT&T CorTech

Great online job search engine Linked to LinkedIn.com Use the advanced search function Create an alert
Tax Accounting Consulting Analyst College Intern Undergraduate Intern Summer Internship Summer Internship Summer Internship ACCT ECON/FIN IS ISA MGT MKTG PRO. SALES

Federal Reserve Bank Northside Hospital Liberty Mutual

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PLANNING AHEAD FOR IMPORTANT EVENTS...

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Freedom Film Series Antz How to Work a Career Fair

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Spring 2013 CAREER FAIR

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29 Bloomberg Assessment Test

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HOW TO WORK A CAREER FAIR WORKSHOP

Tuesday, 3/26, 5:00- 6:00 Career Services Lab, BB 132 Learn What Companies Expect of you at a Career Fair
GREAT CAREER FAIR TIPS: https://www.candidcareer.com/embed.php?vkey=4208b2677a084f5d7456
If you have questions, let me know. If you want to set up an appointment, please call 770-423-6555 and our Student Assistant will find a time that works for both of us. Lori Trahan is also available by appointment at the same number. You may also come by the Career Services Lab in Coles, across from Einstein's to talk with Kathie Wilcox, whos available M -Th, 1-5, & F, 12-3. Kathy Hallmark, MEd Career Services Coles College of Business The Career Services Lab, BB 132 The Career Services Center, KH 2617 INTERNSHIP/CO-OP...Don't leave Coles without it! SPRING 2013 ...204 INTERNS...BREAKING RECORDS once again! www.facebook.com/ColesCollegeInternshipsandCoOps Life's fragile. Be significant. Pursue your dream. Steve Jobs

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