Thank You Career Services!

I am a MAII student in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. When I realized that I would graduate in less than a year, I began to frantically search for internships that would build my professional skills.

After a few frustrating weeks, I contacted Valentine Roche at the Career Services office. She referred me to the CU Mentors-on-Call list. This list was a valuable asset; I was able to review potential mentors and I chose to contact several individuals based on their career paths and current work. (more...)

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What Can I do with a Communications Major?

Students who major in Communications often ask “What can I do with a Communications major?”

Many students do not realize that having a Communications degree is extremely advantageous—especially to those who hope to pursue several different fields. Communications students focus on the study of human communication and how human interaction processes shape our experiences of the social world. Many employers find the skills that Communications majors gain beneficial to the professional environment and these students are considered assets to any team. (more...)

Senior Testimonials: Looking for a Job?

Graduate, Grant Grigorian gives his advice on when students should start looking for jobs.

Name: Grant Grigorian
Major: Math and Economics
Company name and location:
Aon Consulting in Denver, CO.
Job title: Analyst.
Role: This is an entry level position, and my role is a supporting one. Essentially our job is to understand, articulate and help navigate the complexities of the benefits and insurance industry for our clients. And save them money and headaches along the way. (more...)

Dozen area firms on watch list

DENVER - Twelve of the 50 companies on the Colorado Companies to Watch list for 2009 are based in Boulder County, with 10 of those based in Boulder.

Boulder-based companies on the list include Cocona Technology Inc., Eco-Products Inc., Pangea Organics, Precision Photonics Corp., Rocky Mountain Sustainable Enterprises LLC, SparkFun Electronics, Justin's Nut Butter, KMLabs Inc., Log Rhythm Inc. and Namasté Solar.

Longmont companies include RidgeviewTel LLC and Oskar Blues Brewery, which also has operations in Lyons.

The annual list is presented by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade in association with several economic development agencies, foundations and private businesses.

The list recognizes second-stage companies that are developing valuable products and services, creating quality jobs, enriching communities and creating new industries throughout the state.

Typically, these companies possess attributes such as being growth-focused, privately held, headquartered in Colorado, having six to 99 full-time equivalent employees and $750,000 to $50 million in sales or a similar range of working capital.

Colorado Companies to Watch is presented in conjunction with ACG-Denver, Adams County Economic Development, Arvada Economic Development, Case Dynamics, Colorado Bioscience Association, Colorado Magazine, Colorado Lending Source, Colorado Rural Development Council, Economic Development Council of Colorado, Edward Lowe Foundation, Jefferson Business Resource Center, Jefferson Economic Council, Littleton Business and Industry Office, Tie Rockies, Region 9 Economic Development of Southwest Colorado and the Westminster Economic Development Office.

For a complete list visit http://www.cobizmag.com/articles/50-colorado-companies-fueling-the-economic-fire/

Network With Your Next Employer On LinkedIn

Many do not realize what a great resource LinkedIn actually is. LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking site created specifically for professional networking. There are currently over 40 million professionals in the LinkedIn network, and this number is rapidly growing due to its usefulness in job searching, keeping track of professional connections, and building careers. (more...)

Employer in the Spotlight: Michelle Heath at Sun Life

Michelle Heath – Sun Life Financial
Sun Life Financial is a leading financial service organization.They seek high-caliber individuals who will bring excellence, talent and energy to their dynamic sales organization. Sun Life Financial is a Top 10 leader in the Group Benefits marketplace. Their product offering includes life, disability, medical stop-loss and dental insurance. Visit http://www.sunlife-usa.com to learn more.

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Want to Work for the NFL

The National Football League would like to inform your institution about great opportunities for qualified students with the nation’s most popular sports league. NFL Entry Level programs consist of an entry level rotation program for currently enrolled undergraduates in their senior year and an internship program for current juniors.



The NFL’s Junior Rotational Program is currently posted at www.nfl.apply2jobs.com and on MonsterTRAK and NACElink. The deadline for applications is October 23, 2009. Summer internships will be posted in late September.



If possible, please share the attached document with your students.



If you would like additional information, please email nflinternships@nfl.com.

Top Degrees in Demand

Check out this list from JobWeb.com
This is a Career development site with job-search advice for new college graduates.

Top degrees in demand (bachelor’s level)

Accounting
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Business Administration/Management
Economics/Finance
Information Sciences & Systems
Computer Engineering
Management Information Systems
Marketing/Marketing Management

Top degrees in demand (master’s degree level)

M.B.A.
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science
Accounting

Top degrees in demand (doctorate degree level)

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Chemical Engineering
Computer Engineering


Most Interested Employers (associate’s degree level)

Utility companies
Research organizations
Communications services
Electrical/electronic machinery and equipment manufacturers

Check out Government Week

Careers in the CIA

Information Session: Tuesday, September 15, 12:00-1pm, Wolf Law, Room 204

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Skills employers want and new graduates lack

Employers rank the importance of skills/qualities

1. Communication skills
2. Strong work ethic
3. Teamwork skills (works well with others)
4. Initiative
5. Analytical skills
6. Computer skills
7. Flexibility/adaptability
8. Interpersonal skills (relates well to others)
9. Problem-solving skills
10. Technical skills

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Andrew Hudson's Joblist

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/

I am a huge fan of this site. Andrew Hudson posts internship opportunities throughout the week that are located in the Boulder-Denver area. This is how I found my recent Job at Vail Resorts.

If you haven't checked it out, YOU MUST! (...more)

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Peer Career Advisor
Caitlin Beaupre
University of Colorado, Career Services

Student in the Spotlight: Studying Abroad

Thursday, June 11, 2009

I recently finished my Junior year at CU by traveling around the world with the Semester at Sea program. More than anything, I can fully state this experience has become the most influential aspect towards my career path. My study abroad experience is more than just an eye catcher on a resume. The whole journey has taught me aspects of life and work I cannot get from the ordinary classroom. My lessons on Semester at Sea will stay with me in the "real world" and aid in coming closer to my career goals. (...more)

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Peer Career Advisor
Caitlin Beaupre
University of Colorado, Career Services

Have you had a trip/job/moment throughout your life that changed your career aspirations?

How to get a job in a bad economy.

Monday, June 8, 2009

Have you just graduated and wondered what you could possibly do in an economy like this? Recently, students have felt pressure to change their major, or go back to school due to the lack of hiring in their towns. Stumbling upon a blog by a generation Y career and workplace expert, Pollak, gives her best seven recession strategies. (...more)

What are some other strategies to getting a job in a tough economy you read about or used?

What are your thoughts on the strategies of this author? Agree or disagree?