Recruiting

 **Faculty & Student Services Staff: ** The BCSC is in the process of collecting important employment statistics from our May and August graduates. ** We are requesting your assistance with the important & challenging data collection efforts. ** **//Please encourage graduating students in your classes to complete the online Post-Graduation Plans, which can be accessed on the School of Business website under the careers tab. A direct link can be found at: //****// @http://www.business.ku.edu/business-career-services-center. //****//Click on Report your Post Graduation Plans. //** **This form should be completed by ALL graduates except ** **MSB-SCM majors. ** **Graduating students should report whether or not they have a job or if they are continuing their education. ** **Graduates who complete the post-graduation online form by May 16th will be eligible to win a School of Business diploma frame valued at $185. **  <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are pleased to report that these measures have __significantly increased__ our success with the overall data collection process. However, **__we continue to need your support__. We are all very committed to the success of KU students and hopefully our reporting will accurately reflect the successes of our graduates.** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">**//__<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">How can you help? __//** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">//<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Accurate data increases the value of their degree. If you have a large number of graduating students in your classes, please consider the following: // <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">**<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thank you in advance for your time and assistance with this process. ** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"> <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"> <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recruiting and Alumni Networks Coordinator <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">KU School of Business Career Services Center <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">125 Summerfield <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">1300 Sunnyside Avenue <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lawrence, KS 66045 <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;"> (785)864-8045 Direct Line <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;"> (785)864-5591 BCSC Reception <span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;"> (785)864-5078 Fax cwebb@ku.edu <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; display: block; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"> <span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">B-School Faculty, PhD Students, and Student Services Staff:
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Remind students that this data is a helpful tool for them in the salary negotiation process.
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Add the online graduate reporting form link to your Blackboard site
 * <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">If a student reports an offer to you, encourage them to report it formally online. Please keep us aware of all known offers of employment to students.
 * //<span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif;">Cheryl Webb //**

<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Below are details regarding the Just in Time Career Fair hosted by the KU Career Services Alliance tomorrow. This information has been extended to all students who subscribe to the BCSC weekly listserv.

<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">The Just in Time Career Fair will occur from 1:00 – 4:00 pm on the 5th floor of the Kansas Union. For students still seeking internships for this summer or full-time opportunities following graduation, the Just in Time Career Fair will provide a forum for students to directly connect and network with representatives of the organizations listed below. All of the attending organizations have positions posted in KU Career Connections, which they intend to make hires for by mid-May. Your support of this event is greatly appreciated. Questions can be directed to Cheryl Webb at cwebb@ku.edu.

<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Thank you in advance for encouraging your students to participate.

<span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">-Jennifer & the BCSC

<span style="color: #7f7f7f; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Director, Business Career Services Center University of Kansas, School of Business <span style="color: gray; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">125 Summerfield Hall Phone: (785)864-4446 <span style="color: #002060; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">/ <span style="color: gray; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Fax: (785)864-5078 For Appointments: (785)864-5591 jjordan@ku.edu www.business.ku.edu/bcsc
 * <span style="color: #002060; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">Jennifer Jordan **
 * <span style="color: #002060; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Join the BCSC on ****<span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> Facebook ****<span style="color: #002060; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">for announcements & career tips! **


 * <span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">From: **<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Business Career Services Center [ @mailto:feloniz@business-ku.ccsend.com ] **On Behalf Of** Business Career Services Center

<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">**Sent:** Monday, April 22, 2013 2:51 PM

<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">**To:** Jordan, Jennifer E.

<span style="font-family: Tahoma,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">**Subject:** Special Announcement: 2013 Just In Time Career Fair

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**// The Just In Time Career Fair is Thursday!! //** ||
 * ** Don't Forget **

**<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Thursday, April 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm ** **<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Kansas Union Ballroom (5th Floor) ** **<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Open to All Majors ** **<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Business professional suggested (business casual ok if you don't own a suit) **
 * **<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;">2013 Just In Time Career Fair **

<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Companies will be hiring for immediate openings for internship & full-time positions starting this May! All companies have current internship or full-time needs posted within KU Career Connections or on their company websites, so be sure to apply before coming to the career fair!

<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For a list of companies attending, click here.

<span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">You can also view videos with advice from employers and students on attending the career fair and what to do on the BCSC website.

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">All Business and Pre-Business students are encouraged to attend. Even if you are not currently looking for a job or internship, attending the career fair can help to make future events less stressful (when you are already nervous about finding a job or internship!)


 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Don't forget to verify you have correct information in KU Career Connections! **

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">When you sign in at the career fair, a name tag with your information on it will be generated for you. It will pull information from your KU Career Connections account so be sure that it lists the correct year, major, etc. for you! ||




 * **<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 18pt;">Companies Attending the JIT Career Fair Who Are Hiring Business Students: **
 * __<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Full-Time: __**


 * All positions are open to all business majors unless otherwise noted below.**
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">AIG
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">American Family Insurance
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">AXA Advisors, LLC
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bank Midwest
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Berry Plastics Corporation (marketing, business admin/management/BBA)
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coca Cola Refreshments
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Command Transportation **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">COUNTRY Financial **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Crown Automotive **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">EMC **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Enterprise Rent-a-Car **
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Farmers Insurance Group
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">First Investors Corporation (business admin/management/BBA, finance, entrepreneurship concentration)


 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Freightquote.com <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">++ <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">(please note: they will have an info session on 4/25 from 4:00-6:00 in the Pine Rm of the Kansas Union)


 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Insight Global <span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">++
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">MetLife
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mondelez International (Nabisco brands)
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Netchemia, LLC
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Northwestern Mutual
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Peace Corps
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Premier Roofing **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Protiviti (accounting, MAcc, info systems, finance, MS-B Fin) **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ryder Transportation Services **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Seaboard Foods **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Shane Co **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Spokesme.com LLC **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Spring Venture Group **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">State Street **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Sunflower Bank **
 * ** <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ThyssenKrupp <span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">++ **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Transworld Systems, Inc **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Uhlig LLC **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">United Biosource Corporation **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Universal Forest Products **
 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">United Parcel Service (UPS) **<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> (business admin/management, supply chain management)
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Varsity International LLC
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Waddell & Reed
 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Guardian/The Woody Financial Group


 * __<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Internships, Summer, & Part-time: __**
 * <span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bank Midwest
 * <span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Capital City Bank
 * <span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coca Cola Refreshments
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">EMC **
 * ** <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">H & R Block <span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">++ <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> (accounting, finance, marketing, business admin/management, BBA) **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mondelez International (Nabisco brands) **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Northwestern Mutual **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Seabord Foods (HR) **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Shane Co **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Spokesme.com LLC **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Sunflower Bank **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Varsity International LLC **
 * **<span style="color: maroon; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Waddell & Reed (finance & marketing) **

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">Check back on KU Career Connections for more companies <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;">& more jobs!

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For a pdf of the above list, click here.


 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">indicates this company does not accept paper resumes--check with the company reps for the best way to apply to their positions. **

**<span style="color: red; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">++ ****<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">indicates companies that have next-day interviews on Fri, April 26. Be aware that if you apply with one of these companies you may have an interview the day after the career fair and as such, may want to plan your week accordingly. ** ||




 * **// Career Fair Advice from Employers //** ||


 * **<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">How can students stand out to an employer at a career fair? **

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"A student who approaches us knowing what we are looking for and expressing an interest in that stands out above students who walk up and ask what we're looking for. Encourage students to look at the career fair booklet to answer that question."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Energy, attitude, professional presence, know about our company - a firm handshake and interest in talking to us - eye contact. Make us feel like we're the only reason you came to the career fair."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"A student can stand out at a career fair by knowing what the company they are talking to does. Take the time to do some research and prepare for the career fair. Another way to stand out is to be to discuss your strengths, leadership experiences and 30-second commercial on what you can add to the organization you join."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Display class, confidence and humility. Be aggressive in your pursuit of what you're after. Leave the employer with a unique (positive) impression - it doesn't need to be related to the specific role or your professional life (although I would definitely limit what you're willing to share regarding your personal life)."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Know something about the company and/or the positions available. I'm much more excited by a student that comes up and talks about recent company news or asks about a specific position. It shows that they did a little research and display a general level of interest."


 * <span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Do students that attend the career fair have an advantage over those that don't? **

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"I think it's a great way to make that first impression! It's one more opportunity to get in front of the company, so yes."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"In my opinion, yes. Our recruiters use the career fair to begin their search for potential interview candidates. They typically contact those candidates afterwards to invite them to upcoming info nights and/or interviews. Personal contact is always a plus."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Absolutely! A company receives a large number or resumes and something needs to separate you from the pack. If I have met you, your chances of making the cut increase."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Absolutely. Most interview selections are based on exposure to students at career fair combined with resume information."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Any time a student can increase the number of contacts they make with companies of interest, it is a good thing. As an employer, I remember many of the students that I meet multiple times. I would suggest making it a point to visit any company booth that you are interested in joining and all activities the company sponsors."

<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">"Yes, the more interaction a student can have with the organization the more likely they are to move on in the process." ||  ||   ||

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B-School Faculty, PhD Students, and Student Services Staff:

I wanted to make you aware of a unique and exceptional opportunity for our students. Professor Kissan Joseph and the KU IIB are currently working with contacts at the IBS Business School in Bangalore, India to facilitate international internships for KU Business students in India. Details are below. I will announce this directly by e-mail to some special programs in the B-School, but any assistance that you can provide with encouraging outstanding students to apply would be greatly appreciated. Interested students should submit a resume through KU Career Connections by Sunday, April 7 in order to be considered. This opportunity is open to undergraduate and graduate Business students. If you have questions, please feel free to contact either Kissan or me.

Thanks, Jennifer

India is rapidly emerging as a key destination for many US firms, both in terms of collaboration on the supply side as well as a booming market on the demand side. Recognizing the growing importance of India, the School of Business is organizing a Summer internship program in India for a cohort of 3-6 undergraduate and graduate students. The internships are being organized in collaboration with Professor K. Balakrishnan, Director, IBS Business School, Bangalore, India. Professor K. Balakrishnan helped organize two previous study abroad programs for KU students in India and has lectured at KU during India Week, September 2010. At this point in time, the specific areas of the internships are still being defined but hewill strive to place selected students in their functional area(s) of interest. As such, students from all the functional areas of business are invited to apply. Please note that English is the language of business in India.
 * THE OPPORTUNITY**

The internship will be based in the city of Bangalore June 3, 2013 – July 19, 2013

The Institute for International Business (IIB) at the School of Business is pleased to provide scholarships to partially defray the cost of airfare to India. Accommodations, meals, and work-related travel costs in India will be borne by the sponsoring company in India. Students are responsible for all other travel and living expenses.
 * FINANCIAL INFORMATION**

We are looking individuals who can best contribute to the mission of the sponsoring firm in India. Since the exact set of companies and opportunities are yet to be determined, candidates can choose to highlight those aspects of their portfolio that will generally make them attractive to sponsoring firms. This will, of course, include areas of functional interest / expertize and prior work experience. It can also include strengths in such areas as business maturity, cultural sensitivity, leadership, and initiative. The internship is open only to students majoring in business.
 * SELECTION CRITERIA**

1. Please provide your current resume with the following general guidelines. At the top, highlight your objectives/goals in seeking an internship in India. Immediately after that, indicate your top-two or top-three preferences with respect to functional area of emphasis during the internship (marketing, finance, accounting, etc.). Next, highlight aspects of your portfolio that will generally make you attractive to sponsoring firms.
 * APPLICATION PROCESS**

2: Submit your resume to KU Career Connections by Sunday, April 7, 2013.

3: An initial pool of candidates will be selected by the School of Business and forwarded to Professor Balakrishnan by Friday, April 12.

4: Additional screening and final selections with be conducted by sponsoring firms during the latter half of April. The target is to finalize all internships and commitments by April 30, 2013. This will allow sufficient time to obtain needed visas and book travel.

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: (785)864-4446 / Fax: (785)864-5078 <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">www.business.ku.edu
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **

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 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 22px;">New powerful LinkedIn training course for job seekers **

=The Do’s of Writing a Spectacular Cover Letter= The old saying, "You only have one chance to make a first impression," is definitely true when meeting someone in person, and it is just as important when you are writing to someone regarding a potential job opportunity. Writing a stellar cover letter becomes even more important in today’s job market when there are so many applicants competing for the same position. You need to set yourself apart from the other applicants. Below are some ideas to consider when writing a cover letter so you can be the one that stands out! The goal of the cover letter is to grab the reader’s attention by convincing him you are a great candidate, make her want to read your resume and, of course, call you in for an interview so you can brilliantly sell yourself in person just like you did on paper! Good luck!
 * **Do be Specific**: When possible, address the cover letter to a specific person rather than "To Whom it May Concern." Do your best to research the person responsible for hiring. If it is not listed in the job description, call Human Resources or the Department and find out to whom it should be addressed.
 * **Do be Concise**: Cover letter should be one page long and divided into 3-4 paragraphs.
 * The first paragraph should indicate the reason you are writing and how you heard about the position. Try to open with an attention grabbing, yet professional, sentence. For example, "A proven track record in managerial accounting makes me the perfect candidate for this position," or, "12 years of experience in corporate advertising is the expertise that Smith Company needs."
 * The second paragraph should be used to explain your qualifications and highlight with specific examples how your skills match what the employer is seeking. For example, saying, "I am an effective sales manager," doesn't actually convey anything to the reader. Instead, try saying, "Over the past year, I have increased sales by over 150% bringing in over $300,000 in sales." Employers love proof that supports what you are saying.
 * The third paragraph should be used as a closing paragraph to thank the reader for their consideration and to request an opportunity to meet to discuss the position further. You should also provide your contact information (phone number/email) so the employer knows how to reach you. Another option is to be more proactive and state a follow-up action on your part. For example, "I will contact you within the next several days to set-up a time to talk." Then, make sure you actually do what you said you were going to do!
 * **Do Customize**: Although you may be sending out cover letters and resumes to multiple companies, do not let the companies know this by creating a generic template letter. For example, instead of writing, "I am very interested in working for your company," customize it by replacing "your company" with the actual company name. Additionally, make sure you address the specific company’s needs with your talents. Employers can tell when you are using a "one size fits all" type cover letter and they don’t like it! By taking a few extra minutes to state the company’s name and addressing how you can benefit them, you could set yourself apart from a generic cover letter.
 * **Do Proofread**: If you have grammatical errors or misspellings, this can immediately disqualify you from being considered for a position. Employers often view this as being careless and an inability to write effectively. Always proofread and, when possible, have a friend proofread it as well.


 * If you are interested in enhancing your career prospects, YOU WANT TO DO THIS ASSIGNMENT!**

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for people wanting to enhance their career prospects. It might be considered a “Professional Facebook”, allowing you to connect to fellow professionals, learn about people that you may be meeting/interviewing with, fellow employees that you are working with, or it could be a way of keeping current in your areas of interest. It can also be used as an electronic rolodex where you are able to keep business and personal contacts in a central place that allows you to easily connect and keep in touch.

Many of you probably already have an account, so I am dividing this assignment into 2 parts.

For those without an existing account: 1. Log into www.LinkedIn.com and create a new account. 2. Post a partial or complete resume to include at a minimum: 1 work experience and 1 educational experience. 3. Link to (send request to connect to) two of your classmates, a family member or friend outside of Marian, to me and to one other faculty member, past, present or future. 4. Find and review the profile of someone you are NOT linked to. 5. Send an InMail to me confirming that you have completed the above (with details of who and what for each line item above) and answer the following question: How could I use LinkedIn to enhance my career?

For those with an existing account or for additional extra credit if you do not have an account: 1. Update/edit your resume. 2. Link to (send request to connect to) two more of your classmates, a family member or friend outside of Marian, a business contact from a current or previous job, to me and to one other faculty member, past, present or future. 3. Find and review the profile of someone you are NOT linked to. 4. Join 2 Groups (or join 1 and create 1 group) in your field or in an area of interest. 5. Search for a job in your area of interest (such as “internship for accounting”) and note 1 that you have found. Might want to do this after completing 2. above and having been accepted. You may find opportunities through contacts in your network that might be able to help you in pursuing these jobs. 6. Find out the price and benefits if you were to choose to upgrade your account. 7. Find an article from News, LinkedIn Today of interest. 8. Send an InMail to me confirming that you have completed the above (with details of who and what for each line item above) and answer the following question: How could I use LinkedIn to enhance my career? -====================================================================================================================

B-School Faculty and PhD Students:

Our office has noticed a distinct trend this year with decreased applicant pools for the full range of on-campus recruiting opportunities facilitated by the BCSC. I’m reaching out today at the specific request of a company that will be conducting interviews in our office on Thursday of next week. They have had an extremely low response to their postings, despite our efforts to promote the roles directly to qualified students. We’ve extended the application deadline in the hopes of accumulating more applicants for this group. The adjusted deadline is midnight, this Sunday, March 10. The position details are below, and the group is targeting the full spectrum of Business majors. Please feel free to announce as you deem appropriate. Thanks, Jennifer

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 * about pfsweb **

//PFSweb's End2End eCommerce®// solution provides everything you need for a complete eCommerce experience. From powerful merchandising functionality, interactive marketing tools and digital business analytics to customized fulfillment, and high-touch customer care, we can build a custom solution that keeps you in control of your brand every step of the way.

Come join one of DFW’s fastest growing companies in the Dallas area. PFSweb’s College Recruit Program is a truly unique opportunity for new college graduates. What PFSweb offers the candidate is a comprehensive training program allowing them to experience all facets of our business before being placed in a challenging career. Unlike some internships or other training programs, at PFSweb you will earn a competitive salary during the entire training program.
 * PFSweb’s College Recruit Program (Full-time) **

PFSweb is looking for the best candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit. Intelligence, determination, and creativity are traits which define successful people at PFSweb. If you are excited about what you have read so far the following will give you an overview of PFSweb’s College Recruit Program—past, present and hopefully our future together.

Recruits are cross-trained in Sales, Marketing, Information Services, Accounting, Quality Assurance and Distribution. “Training” consists of classroom lecture, hands-on training and solution-oriented projects in each of these areas. You will move through the program with a group of your peers from different colleges across the region. After the eight-week program is completed, the recruits will graduate and be placed into a permanent position with PFSweb.

The camaraderie formed between the recruits is solid. Equally important is the friendships and working relationships built between trainees and PFSweb employees. Starting your career in this “all around” training environment helps recruits and PFSweb find positions that best fit both parties. Positions for each graduate are based on the graduate’s skills, interests and PFSweb’s staffing needs. Come join one of DFW’s fastest growing companies and start your career with PFSweb!

PFSweb offers internship opportunities during the summer to college students that are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate level degree program.
 * PFSweb’s Internship Program **

The PFSweb Internship Program is designed to recruit and hire top quality interns to feed the talent pipeline for PFSweb. The opportunities are available at our sites in Allen, TX and Memphis, TN.

We focus on identifying internships that offer “real work” experience and we recruit the very best candidates to fill these positions. This allows us to fully evaluate students and identify any suitable positions that may be available within the business following their graduation.

Recruitment begins the first quarter of each year. Positions will be posted on the participating university career websites.

Student Qualifications
 * Junior, senior or graduate school level at an accredited university
 * Major in Business, Marketing, IT, Supply Chain
 * 3.0 or greater cumulative GPA
 * Track record of achievement and leadership in work and/or extracurricular activities
 * Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
 * Evidence of leadership and teamwork skills

Program Guidelines
 * Internship program will run 10-12 weeks from May through August.
 * All internship positions are paid internships. Students do not need to receive academic credit from their university.
 * Qualified candidates must meet the criteria set above.
 * Students are responsible for room, board, and transportation.

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: (785)864-4446 / Fax: (785)864-5078 <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">www.business.ku.edu
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">Join the BCSC on Facebook for announcements & career tips! **

https://www.usajobs.gov/ **Internships! Positions open for summer in the KC area.**
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Faculty & PhD Students: We’ve broadly distributed the opportunity below to students. Participation is currently low, and we plan to make a call at the end of the day regarding if and how to proceed. If you have classes this afternoon, feel free to announce. That said, if any faculty members would have an interest in attending, we should have space. Questions can be directed my way. Thanks, Jennifer

<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">The KU School of Business is hosting a visit to Country Club Bank in Kansas City this Friday, March 1. It's a tremendous itinerary and a great opportunity to hear from a variety of professionals in business. Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather, the response has been very limited. Our hosts have put a great deal of effort into putting together a compelling agenda of speakers, and we're at risk of needing to cancel or postpone this event. PLEASE consider attending, and reserve your spot by 4 pm today so that we can make the best decision about how to proceed. Details are below. I am certain that this will be a valuable experience for all who attend. > <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">oBusiness Development > o Commercial Banking > o Customer Service > o Financial Services > o HR > o Investments > o IT > o Lending > o Marketing > o Mortgage/Escrow Services > o Trust Services > o And More. ..
 * <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 18px;">SIGN UP AT ****<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 18px;">: **<span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">**www.countryclub.eventbrite.com**
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Date **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">March 1, 2013
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Departure Time **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">8 am from Lawrence
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Visit to Country Club Bank **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">9 am - 11:30 am, Bus provided by KU Business
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Location **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Country Club Plaza in KC
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Estimated Return to Lawrence **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">12:30 pm
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Attire **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Business Casual
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Target Group **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">This visit was set up as part of the First Year Experience. Country Club Bank hires ALL business majors, including MBA's. Any interested student is welcome to attend. This should be a very informative visit.
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Speakers will Cover **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">:
 * **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 18px;">To Sign Up **<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 18px;">: <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 18px;">www.countryclub.eventbrite.com
 * <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif';">ABOUT COUNTRY CLUB BANK **
 * <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Georgia','serif';">Company Profile **

<span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> The world is changing rapidly, and the banking industry is no exception. From more efficient ways of gathering and keeping track of information to instant communications, the tools of our trade look much different than they did just a few short years ago. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">At the same time, there is truth to the saying, "The more things change, the more they stay the same." At Country Club Bank, our commitment remains strong to the same core values and practices that have helped us serve the Kansas City metropolitan area for more than a half-century. Our primary goal has always been to deliver a high level of personal service to each and every customer. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">How have we attained that goal? We maintain a staff of knowledgeable bankers who are ready, willing and able to provide high-tech solutions in a "high-touch" manner. We also operate in a family environment that benefits associates and customers alike. For example, an important part of the Country Club Bank difference is our emphasis on local decision-making. Our customers can expect timely answers from people they can relate to person-to-person. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">But just as success in life is measured by more than money, success in banking extends beyond "business as usual." We also recognize our responsibility to support the local community and embrace opportunities to care for those beyond our boundaries, when necessary. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">We appreciate your trust and ongoing loyalty, and will do our best to continue earning them in the exciting years ahead. <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;">Byron Thompson <span style="color: #000080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 13.3333px;"> Chairman of the Board Abridged: Huffington Post <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">NEW YORK, NY -- Technology has altered the hiring process significantly, especially when it comes to resumes. By following these four tips, your resume should make it through the scanners and screeners and could well become your ticket through the door to an interview.
 * Ensure your resume is reviewed by recruiters **

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;"> 1) Learn the rules of the game. Applicant tracking systems are programmed to allow only those resumes that match the search criteria (i.e. keywords) to make it through the screening process and eventually wind up on the recruiter's computer screen. If yours does not reflect what they're looking for, it will disappear into the black hole of cyberspace, unseen by the recruiter. 2) Give them what they want. Match your skill sets to the skills advertised in the posting. Decide which skills you want to emphasize. Your resume should duplicate the advertised skills as closely as possible.

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;"> 3) Make your resume eye friendly. Most recruiters claim to give a resume only a 30-second scan to determine whether or not it's worth reading. Your key skills and experience should be readily visible at the top of your resume and literally leap out at the reader. 4) Ask yourself the "so what" question. Although keywords and skills are critical in getting through the initial screening process, you'll need to sell the reviewer on your abilities by stressing your accomplishments. Asking yourself "so what" after each bulleted statement on your resume will help you focus on the positive results you've achieved. =Top 12 LinkedIn Profile Setup Tips=

LinkedIn Profile Heading LinkedIn Profile Current Jobs LinkedIn Profile Summary LinkedIn Profile Recommendations The trick of setting up your LinkedIn profile is spending a little focused time upfront to reap the benefits thereafter. If you put up a LinkedIn profile that poorly covers the details, and barely populates the profile with much of interest, you will likely not get connections beyond former coworkers looking to make a lame connections. Should you be seeking to cast a net, develop relationships, and eventually find other opportunities through your LinkedIn profile, you’ll want to put a little more effort in and use these LinkedIn profile tips. http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Jobs/JobDetails.aspx?SiteID=startweoi002&Job_DID=J3H6MH7865CMF80YW8L
 * 1) **Understand Your Keywords:** Understand what keywords you want to rank for first before completing your LinkedIn profile. Once you know the keywords you want people to find you from, you will be using these extensively throughout your LinkedIn profile. This is how people will find you in the search. Tip: LinkedIn is one of the only sites I know of that still ranks the density of keywords in your profile to where you appear in their search results, so the more you use your keywords throughout your LinkedIn profile, the higher you will rank for that term in the search results. If you want to get an example of what other people are searching for, just use the search bar on LinkedIn. If no one is searching for the keywords you think are good, find one they are search for and use that.
 * 2) **Complete Your LinkedIn Profile:** Make certain you complete your entire LinkedIn profile! LinkedIn will tell you what percentage your are complete and exactly what to do. Not completing your LinkedIn profile is a guarantee your LinkedIn profile will not rank high in LinkedIn search.
 * 3) **Use Your Main Keywords in your Headline:**Your headline, the line just below your name, is one of the most important factors in search. Make sure you use your keywords there!
 * 1) **Select** **the appropriate industry:** How do you know where best to put yourself? Look at what other people have used that rank high for the terms you want to be found for and use what they used (don’t recreate the wheel if not necessary)
 * 2) **Fill your profile with interesting facts about you**: Use real captivating words up front, not like “works at XYZ company”, but instead, like an advertisement for //you//, because that’s what LinkedIn is!
 * 3) **Add Multiple Current Jobs:**Current jobs is another way you will be found for your keywords on your LinkedIn profile. Don’t worry if you really only have one job since all of us wear multiple hats nowadays. If you have a blog (or multiple), use it. Then in each job description, use your keywords (I hope you are starting to get the point of keyword importance in your LinkedIn Profile about now)
 * 1) **Add Multiple Previous Jobs:** The same rules apply from the above LinkedIn profile Tip.
 * 2) **Add your email address to your current job listing**: For someone to connect to you without directly knowing you, they need to know your first and last name, as well a valid email address. Make it easier by adding your email to the most recent job description of your LinkedIn profile so it reads “Job description” and then your email address (example: Software Designer + myname@myemail.com). This gives people an easier way to connect with you.
 * 3) **Complete Your Summary:**Make your LinkedIn profile summary section complete and really easy to read. I suggest using your main keywords by section and breaking down each section using simple headers for each with a colon afterward (example: Internet Marketing Strategist:).
 * 1) **Use Your Keywords in Specialties:** In your specialties section, use all of your keywords followed by a line break to make it easily readable.
 * 2) **Solicit colleagues and friends for recommendations**: People love to read reviews. And there is no better review then someone else talking about YOU. Make sure you’ve got some great recommendations for the work you have done. Don’t be afraid to solicit recommendations. I always recommend in return for every one written about me. The trick is: write what you truly feel about the person in the nicest possible terms, and never oversell someone you don’t recommend. That can come back to bite you.
 * 1) **Add plenty of passion**: People who are going to bother to read your profile want to know who you are. If you merely put down that you’re an operations manager at XYZ company, that’s all they have in their minds about you. Add that you’re passionate about Cub scouts and that you play guitar and sing in the shower. Make sure people know about YOU, not just your job history.
 * Inventory analyst position in Lawrence:**

Good afternoon! I was hoping you could possibly help your friendly IT department. We are having a difficult time finding suitable candidates for our student IT assistant position. If possible, could you announce this position in your classes?
 * Student IT assistant**

I believe this would be an excellent opportunity for a student looking to get their feet wet in an IT environment and to challenge their technical skills. We are looking for someone who knows how to install hardware/software, intermediate Windows 7 skills(map a network drive, use the command line, etc.) and basic troubleshooting skills(No power to PC-Power cord was loose). The ideal candidate would have worked in some sort of IT/PC support role, but not required. The link to the job position is: @http://employment.ku.edu/jobs/1541.

Thanks,

Doug Van Allen Information Specialist I KU, School of Business Summerfield 213-E 1300 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence, KS 66045-7585 785-864-7586 B-School Faculty: I apologize that this information is redundant for some of you in the IS and HR groups, but I wanted to send a follow-up e-mail to include ALL B-School faculty regarding opportunities with Encana that are currently posted in KU Career Connections. Both of these internship opportunities are in Dallas, and are open to a broad range of Business majors. The application deadline for both roles is February 11. **Your help in promoting these opportunities to students is greatly appreciated.**

Thank you, Jennifer


 * Encana/KU Recruiting Background **
 * Encana had a recruiting partnership with KU several years ago but when the economy shifted they were forced to make reductions to their core recruiting schools. We are exceptionally excited to welcome Encana back to campus.** The majority of their career opportunities are in Denver, a very attractive location for many of our graduates. They offer a unique perk to their employees – every other Friday off! Encana promotes a sustainable culture both within and outside of their work place - they offer green passes to encourage their employees to use public transportation to and from work. More information can be found here.

Cheryl, our Recruiting Coordinator, has reached out directly to qualified candidates. So far these two roles have a combined total of two applicants. The position details are outlined below. **I’m concerned that a low candidate pool may deter Encana’s scheduled visit to KU, as well as impact our ability to work with this group moving forward.**

Encana is a leading North American energy producer that is focused on growing its strong portfolio of diverse resource plays producing natural gas, oil and natural gas liquids. As a key employer in the areas we operate, Encana knows a diverse mix of talent and expertise is the hub of our success; that’s why attracting and retaining the best people for Encana is at the heart of our business strategy.
 * About Encana **

Encana’s EXPLORE program is a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide a solid foundation of knowledge and experiential training while giving students the opportunity to apply what they are learning in school in a real world setting. As an intern you will spend the summer working closely with an experienced mentor and be assigned a value-added project and various other responsibilities intended to provide you with learning opportunities while delivering meaningful contributions to Encana.
 * About Encana’s EXPLORE Internship Program **

In addition, our EXPLORE Program incorporates several other components to deliver a comprehensive experience. • Weekly lunch and learns to broaden your exposure to Encana and foster a greater understanding of the energy industry • A field visit which will give you the opportunity to learn about our operations first hand • A one-day service project to experience Encana’s commitment to the communities where we work and operate • Other fun social events

If you want to learn by working on real-life challenges, and gain valuable experience to help you on your road to success then Encana’s EXPLORE program is right for you!

Encana’s Talent Management team is a strategic Human Resources group responsible for developing and managing programs and initiatives that improve our organization’s ability to systematically identify, evaluate, develop, and deploy talent. Effective Talent Management practices enable our organization meet current and future business goals and succeed in our highly competitive industry.
 * Human Resources Internship Details (Currently has 2 applications) **

Current key initiatives include the development of new leadership programs, the implementation of a company-wide talent management system, and the integration of talent management practices. As the HR Intern you will be assigned a Talent Management project and other responsibilities. To ensure our interns are given relevant and value-add assignments we do not create specific work assignments until April but possible projects might include: • Working on the implementation of our new Talent Management System • Participating in process improvement efforts in the areas of Performance Management and Succession Planning • Helping launch new training programs for leaders

Qualifications: • Must be enrolled as a full time student through December 2013 • Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA • Business majors are preferred

In the Oil & Gas industry, management of Information Services is unique and challenging, and those with expertise in this area are in high demand. An intern in the IS Business Office will be given the opportunity to learn about many aspects of Information Services including Project Management, Business Analysis & Design, Solution Delivery and Change Management. To ensure our interns are given relevant and value-add assignments we do not create specific work assignments until April but past projects have included: • Project Office reestablishment – improving project manager efficiencies by completing and tracking enhancements to the existing project lifecycle toolkit • Re-building the project office artifact inventory by identifying items in need of updates, prioritizing improvements, and incorporating new artifacts. • Developing, communicating, and implementing a change management process for the Project Support Office wiki
 * Intern IS Business Office Details (Currently has 0 applications) **

Qualifications: • Must be enrolled as a full time student through December 2013 • Must have a 3.0 or higher GPA • Must be a Business major, Computer Information Management is preferred

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: (785)864-4446 / Fax: (785)864-5078 <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">www.business.ku.edu
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">Join the BCSC on Facebook for announcements & career tips! **


 * Please join us in making our visitors feel welcome at the KU School of Business. ** **__ January 28 __** Ernst & Young (Koch Commons 11am-2pm) **__ January 29 __** DeloitteKPMG (Koch Commons 9am-3pm) **__ January 30 __** Insight Global, Inc. **__ January 31 __** PwC (Koch Commons 11am-1pm)

B-School Faculty: I wanted to pass along the attached information regarding the Tortoise Youth Entrepreneurs Scholarship, targeted at undergraduate students. The application deadline is April 1, 2013. I will announce to some special groups (BLP, Honor’s, FS, OFSS) by direct e-mail, but feel free to share with groups of students or individual prospects as you deem appropriate.

Thank you for your partnership in promoting this opportunity.

-Jennifer


 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: (785)864-4446 / Fax: (785)864-5078

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu

B-School Faculty – I wanted to make you aware of a scholarship opportunity for our students provided by Koch Industries. Details are attached regarding the **Koch Discovery Scholarship Program.**

The eligibility guidelines include:
 * Must be a full-time college student (at least 12 credit hours), pursuing a business-related undergraduate degree
 * Cumulative GPA: Minimum 3.25/4.0 (unweighted)
 * Graduation Date: Between Spring 2014 and Spring 2016 (sophomores preferred)
 * United States citizen or United States permanent resident
 * No prior acceptance of an employment offer from a Koch company
 * Dependents of family members currently employed by Koch Industries and/or affiliates are not eligible
 * Past recipients of scholarships from Koch Industries, Inc. and/or affiliates are not eligible

Students interested in being considered for this scholarship should visit the Koch Discovery Scholarship page at www.kochcollegerecruiting.com, select KU as their university, and follow the provided guidelines. The deadline to apply is February 4.

Koch Industries has been a strong supporter of KU, and your efforts to help inform students regarding this scholarship opportunity are greatly appreciated.

Feel free to contact me if you have questions.

Thanks! -Jennifer

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: (785)864-4446 / Fax: (785)864-5078 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **

<span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">Dear Member, <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">As promised, we’re back with even more valuable tips and tools from our __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">Job Search Guide __ to help you find a rewarding job and build a great career. <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">e still looking for a job, now is a great time to assess some of your job hunting techniques. It is always a good idea to take a step back every once in a while to confirm that you’re on the right track and doing all the right things. <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">From time to time, it is necessary to stop and determine what you think is working best and what is not. If you find yourself temporarily off course, don’t worry – it’s okay. Keep in mind that finding a job is not an exact science and you will experience a lot of trial and error along the way. <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">The most important thing is to __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">stay optimistic and motivated __. In addition to maintaining that positive outlook, here are some simple ways to stay on the right track: <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">One of the biggest issues most job seekers have when assessing their job search is that they are not happy with their resume because they find it difficult to sufficiently put their responsibilities down on paper. Does your resume portray you in the best possible light? If not, seek out the help of a __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">professional resume writing service __ to help transform you into a memorable candidate. Resume writers can be used at anytime throughout your job search. Is now a good time for you? <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">__<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">Develop a Professional Resume __
 * 1. || Get the Skills You Need ||
 * || Are you finding that you are not qualified for jobs that you are applying for because you don’t have the right skills or educational background? Now may be a good time to consider looking at __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">furthering your education __. There are a lot of available schools, from traditional to online, that can offer you the flexibility that you need to get educated, get more interviews and secure that job you have always wanted. ||
 * 2. || Keep Practicing ||
 * || You might think that going on several interviews for different jobs might be a bad sign, but actually, the more interviews you go on, the more practice you get and the more opportunities you have to refine your interview techniques. So stick with it. Every interview will be a learning experience that you can apply to your next interview. ||
 * 3. || Seek Out the Help of Friends ||
 * || Ask a few of your closest friends or family members for some honest feedback on your interview techniques or to __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">review your resume __. Friends and family have your best interest in mind and will provide honest feedback. They also have their own experiences to share of what works and what doesn’t. Also, don’t forget to __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">utilize your list of networking contacts __ throughout your job search to provide you with advice along the way. ||
 * 4. || Be an Informed Job Seeker ||
 * || When interviewing with a potential employer, don’t just talk about yourself. It may sound crazy, but instead of just tooting your own horn, __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">research the company __ by reviewing their latest press releases or reading to find out the latest news about the company through __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">industry magazines __ so that you can be knowledgeable and ask more specific questions. You can also demonstrate your value by explaining how you can help their company with a specific product or area of their business. ||
 * 5. || Reassess Your Job Alerts ||
 * || Automated job alerts are a must job search tool to ensure that you’re not missing out on any great job opportunities. Now that you are in the process of reevaluating your job search you may also want to reevaluate your job alerts to confirm that they are yielding the best possible results. Make certain that you are targeting only the types of jobs you really want. __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">Modify your alerts __ or __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">set up new alerts __ to be automatically alerted of opportunities that truly match your job search criteria via email. ||

<span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">Now that you’ve assessed your job search, made some changes to your approach, and are on track to landing your dream job, its time to put your new job search methods to the test. Start by reintroducing yourself to potential employers by __<span style="color: #2f6497; font-family: Segoe UI,Lucida Sans Unicode,Arial; font-size: 14px;">sending your resume directly to hiring managers __ that are ready to make a hiring decision today. <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">Best regards, <span style="color: #666666; display: block; font-family: 'Segoe UI','Lucida Sans Unicode',Arial; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;">The RetailGigs.com Team

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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;">Abridged: Career Sherpa <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">ROCHESTER, NY -- In many industries and pockets of the world, hiring is on the upswing. That's good news. As a matter of fact, there has probably not been a better time to look for work in the last three years! But, competition is fierce. Here are three things you can do to better compete: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;"> Staff Writer, The Career News <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">LOS ANGELES, CA -- While the job market is very competitive right now, there are still millions of jobs being offered by recruiters and hiring managers who search all of the top career sites and niche job boards. Sure it may take some time, but posting your resume on these websites will give you better exposure than your competition!
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3 surefire ways to land a job this year **
 * 1) **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Stand Out: **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> The resume you submit should be crafted to match the job and company you are applying for. Develop a customized cover letter unique to every job you apply for. Have a strong personal brand and online presence. This means building a strong LinkedIn profile. It should convey your personality and tell your story.
 * 2) **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Be Assertive: **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> Follow up after you apply for every job. Find inside connections who can give you the low-down on what's going on in the hiring process. The best way to find out about jobs is to network with industry colleagues. If you've built these connections already, tap into them. If not, start today by joining professional associations and groups focused on your area of expertise.
 * 3) **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">A Strong Sphere Of Influence: **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> Get to know key people inside and outside of your industry. Your personal network of friends, family and past colleagues is equally important. Be sure everyone knows what companies you're interested in working for so they can refer you to the right people.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Learn how to stand out from the competition **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> If you want the benefit of maximum exposure, but don't want to spend 60 hours researching and filling out website forms, consider letting a service like Resume Rabbit do the work for you. With this service, you fill out one easy form and in about 15 minutes you'll be posted on up to 85 career websites like CareerBuilder, Job.com, Net-Temps, Dice and more. A comprehensive list of all the sites they post to is on their home page.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> If confidentiality is a concern, use Resume Rabbit's new confidentiality feature. Your resume can be seen, however, no one will see your name, street address, phone number or even your current company name. Whether you do it by hand or use a service like Resume Rabbit, creating accounts on all the best career websites will give you access to millions of jobs and exposure to 1.5 million employers and recruiters daily. Maximize your exposure and stand out from the competition by using the resume posting service by Resume Rabbit. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;">Abridged: Boston's NPR News <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">BOSTON, MA -- Here are some tips to help you find a new job faster: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;">Abridged: The Undercover Recruiter <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">BROCKTON, MA -- This is very powerful, because it sends all the messages about you that go much deeper than just communicating that you look good on paper (because a lot of candidates do). You've communicated something that will truly stand out to an employer: you're honest, a team player and someone looking to grow and learn.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Critical steps to finding a new job faster **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Clean up your digital footprint: Make sure there's nothing out there that would embarrass you or disqualify you from a potential position. Review your privacy settings on Facebook and make sure you don't have any photos visible that could cost you the job.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Create a Social Resume: Include the URLs for your Twitter handle, LinkedIn profile and website or blog with the contact information on your resume. But don't add your Facebook profile, since that's private. Not only does this offer the employer another way of getting in touch with you and seeing how you interact online, it also shows that you're social media-savvy, a skill valued by many employers.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Develop a professional website: Create a website or blog that features your experience, work history and professional portfolio. Creating a blog is a powerful tool -- to demonstrate skill set, industry knowledge, and get on the radar of the people who can make a difference. Your URL is extremely important. It's recommended that you purchase your domain name, yourname.com . The objective of the URL is to have something you can freely promote and that people can remember.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Do informational interviews: In creating your blog, you can become a journalist in your field by interviewing those who could become a potential employer. And ask them "questions about key issues in the industry.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">A good interview is all about what you communicate **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> This is significant, especially today, when you consider that you're up against at least 30 other people in an interview. You need a way to stand out that goes beyond just smiling, showing a good resume, or experience. What employers are really interviewing is you; their main goal is to make sure you're the best fit for their company and are going to be a good long-term investment. If you can communicate that you'll be the biggest asset to the company because of your passion and dedication, many times that's more important to employers then what's on your resume alone.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> Remember to show yourself. Remember on your next interview that passion is the biggest asset you can take with you to stand out. If an employer knows you want to be the best at whatever you do; that you have a desire to work hard, and do whatever it takes to make the company a success -- that will stand out a lot more than simply your resume or experience alone. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;"> Staff Writer, The Career News <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">LOS ANGLES, CA -- The interview is extremely critical given employers and recruiters use your presentation to make their final decision. When you enter an interview armed with a wealth of information on the company and a solid understanding of how you can make a valuable contribution, you're automatically put at the front of the pack. Imagine what life would be like if you could ace any job interview you take, blowing the competition out of the water and giving the interviewers no other option but to hire you!
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">The ultimate guide to job interview answers **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> If you really want to land the job of your dreams you must give yourself an advantage over your competitors. What too many people fail to understand is that it doesn't matter what it says on your resume, you only really have one chance to impress your prospective employer and it all boils down to 'how well you perform in your job interview' and the answers you provide to their tough interview questions.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> With 'The Ultimate Guide to Job Interview Answers' you can arm yourself with the answers they want to hear to some of the toughest questions any interviewer could possibly throw at you. This guide is "so much more than a list of questions and answers". With a bit of practice you'll be able to adapt to the mind-set of the interviewer and know exactly how they want you to respond based on the types of questions they ask. You will lose any nerves you once had, increase your interview confidence and the job interview will become a game you will win! To ace your next interview and beat the competition, get The Ultimate Guide To Job Interview Answers today. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">WASHINGTON, D.C. -- After years of slogging in their current positions, unable to move because of the lack of new openings, workers are eager for a new job or career. Those who are aiming to work in growth industries should be able to make the jump this year. Those aiming to make a change in slow-growth industries will find it harder to make a switch.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2013: A year to find a new job or career **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> In December, the economy created 155,000 new jobs -- the average job growth that has prevailed for more than two years. In a new survey of 1,000 workers, 38% are resolved to find a new or better job this year, according to Indeed.com, a job-search engine website. In a separate survey of 2,250 adults by Glassdoor, an online career-search company, 33% of workers say they'll look for a new job this year if the economy doesn't contract; more than half of those plan on looking in the next three months.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> "There's a tremendous amount of pent up demand to change careers," says Jim John, chief operating officer of Beyond.com, an online career network based in King of Prussia, Pa. "I'm looking at resumes from people who went to law school and are looking to get into marketing." The challenge: Many workers have been stuck in the same industry long enough that their salaries have improved. So a career change often means a significant pay cut, he adds. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;"> Staff Writer, The Career News <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">LOS ANGELES, CA -- With a new job search engine service called MyJobHunter, you can search all top career sites at once & apply to all matching jobs with one click. Just enter your search criteria, review the matching jobs and select the ones you want. Then, click a single button and you'll "instantly apply" to all selected jobs with your resume and cover letter (without having to log into each job site separately).
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Land more interviews with this job search engine **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> Click another button and you can automate the whole process! MyJobHunter can remember what you searched for, search for it again each day, and AUTOMATICALLY APPLY FOR YOU to new jobs matching your criteria. Review jobs in advance or put searching & applying on auto-pilot. The choice is yours.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> You'll also get an application history report that makes follow-up a breeze! It shows the jobs you were applied to, full job descriptions, employer contact info, and application dates. You can even add personal notes to each job! This service is proven to reduce hours of job searching and resume submitting to just minutes. Simply upload your resume, enter your job search criteria and let MyJobHunter take it from there. To make your search easier and land more interviews, try MyJobHunter today. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;">Abridged: Pongra <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">CARLISLE, PA -- Job hunting and resume writing offer many pitfalls to the unwary. Knowing which mistakes to avoid increases your chance of impressing an employer with your credentials and securing that all-important job interview. Here are three common job-hunting mistakes you need to avoid: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> <span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 10px;"> Staff Writer, The Career News <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">LOS ANGELES, CA -- Are business cards really necessary in this information age? You better believe they are! There is simply no substitute for getting out there and networking during your job search. Handing out your business card is a great way to keep them remembering you.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Three top job hunting mistakes to avoid **
 * 1) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Lack of a Cover Letter: Some claim that cover letters never get read. Not including a cover letter is like playing the job applicant's version of Russian roulette. Employers expecting to see a cover letter will dismiss any applicant who hasn't taken the time to write one.
 * 2) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Not Networking: In today's competitive job market, you cannot afford not to network and social media makes networking easier than ever. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter allow job hunters to display their resumes, make industry connections and build a solid online reputation. Don't assume online networking eliminates the need for in-person networking. Nothing beats a face-to-face meeting. Join professional networks and attend local events likely to attract professionals in your industry.
 * 3) <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Unfocused Resumes: Some resumes meander from education history to employment to skills without focusing on what's important: why the employer should hire the applicant. Your resume should quickly and concisely tell your employer what he or she needs to know. You've only got a few seconds for your resume to make an impression. Use bullet points to list your skills and achievements rather than burying them in dense, hard-to-scan paragraphs.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">When networking, make sure they remember you! **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> The Career News highly recommends creating your own complimentary business cards online with VistaPrint (a small shipping fee will apply). They have several easy to use templates from which you can choose - ranging from wild and colorful to simple and sophisticated. Pick the template you prefer, type in your information, preview your new card and order it. It's that easy. Your cards are delivered in a few days.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> Make sure your business cards include all of your current contact information, phone numbers and email. Most importantly, make sure you carry them with you at ALL times! You never know who you might meet and where you might meet them. Always collect the business cards of the people you meet and get their contact information too -- make a note on the back to remind you about your conversation. To get your complimentary business cards today, go to VistaPrint. <span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Resume Rabbit - Maximize Your Exposure
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 * Must be extremely accurate and have 9,000+ KSPH
 * Must be excellent in EXCEL
 * Must have stable work history
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 * Proficient in math and accounting
 * Extremely accurate and strong attention to detail
 * Have experience in Access, Spreadsheets, and databases
 * MUST be able to pass a state and federal background check

***NEW GRADUATES** with work history are encouraged to apply* All candidates ** MUST have Bachelors Degree from an accredited 4-year college **. If you have the above qualifications, please send your resume in a Word Document directly to Tara.gordon@accountingprincipals.com
 * Job Experience:**At Least 1 Year



<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 150%;">Sample Job: Centene Corporation (Lenexa) See Indeed.com for details

Position Purpose: Responsible for analytical data needs of the business unit.
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Knowledge/Experience: Bachelor’s degree’s related field or equivalent experience. 0-2 years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Applications, including Excel and Access. Experience with Business Objects and SQL tools preferred.

<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 150%;">Questions to Ask During Your Interview

At some point during your job interview you will be asked if you have any questions, and you need to have at least a few prepared ahead of time.

During the interview process, you will most likely meet with at least three people: a human resources representative/recruiter, a potential coworker, and the hiring manager. When you prepare your questions, focus on these three individuals and draw your questions from there. By preparing questions that are specific to each interviewer, you will receive a better overall understanding of the position.

Your questions for the HR representative should be geared toward general company information such as work environment, performance reviews, and the typical career path for the position.

Your questions for a peer-level interviewer should focus on finding out about a typical work day, the management style of the hiring manager, and what they wished they had known before they started in their position.

Finally, your questions for the hiring manager should focus more specifically on the job and department. Use this time to learn about the manager's vision for the department and position, and what opportunities and challenges they anticipate over the next three to five years.

By targeting your questions to these three potential interviewers, you will walk away with a solid overview of the company, the position, and the work environment. Source: Senior Job Agent at iHireFinance ||
 * Laurie Ballow
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Many resumes can start to look the same to employers, which is why it is important to proactively market yourself in a variety of ways. By diversifying your approach, you can better position yourself and stand out from other candidates. <span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">To start your job search process, it is important to create a self-marketing plan. Just like starting a new business, you need to determine your target audience, identify your unique attributes and selling points and look for effective ways to promote yourself by delivering a powerful proposition. Located below are a few tips on how to effectively market yourself to potential employers:
 * <span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Create a Self-Marketing Plan **
 * **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Take Action **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> – Post your resume to general and niche job sites that are targeted to your industry or location. Consider a resume distribution service to more effectively target key employers and improve your chance of getting noticed.
 * **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Let People Know You Are Looking **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> – Reach out to new and former contacts to inform them you are searching for a new career. The more people who know you are looking for a job, the better chance of finding a great job opportunity.
 * **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Go the Extra Mile **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> – Create an online career portfolio that incorporates your resume and other relevant career-related information to distinguish yourself from other candidates. Also, prove to potential employers that you are serious about your job search by getting a background check, which will save them valuable time and money.
 * **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Create a Unique Brand Identity **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> –Identify your strengths and capabilities that distinguish you from other candidates, and then effectively communicate these attributes to potential employers in verbal and written correspondence. Reinforce your unique selling point throughout your job search to convey the value you will bring to each organization. It’s OK to customize your message based upon your audience.
 * **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Attend Networking Events **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> - Join industry associations and attend career fairs to build connections and network . These events allow you to interact with professionals who may have a job opening in their company, or are aware of a job through their network of contacts. Networking is a powerful marketing tool.
 * <span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Protect Your Reputation **<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> - Review any social sites that you have subscribed to, in order to be sure that you are presenting yourself in a positive manner. Employers will review these sites and you will want to make a good impression. So, its important to protect your online reputation


 * Are you Linked In?**

http://careerservices.linkedin.com/profile/ How to improve your profile Twitter, tweetdeck, paper.li

Campus recruiting has certain built in advantages. They know the KU program and the quality of the students. Should your job search stop there? Of course not. You should be actively seeking out companies that have jobs similar to the ones you want by monitoring their websites and job listings in active job boards. Find a job description that contains the elements you want to have in your next job and enter the data into Google. The result might surprise you. Also, make a list of interesting job titles and visit the sites from time to time. Don't forget the government megasite USAjobs.com
 * Should you wait for campus recruiting to bring employers to you?**

http://infotrope.net/2009/10/15/ten-tips-for-tech-conference-attendees/ Tips for attending conferences.. be sure to read the comments too!

=[|12 Ways to Optimize Your Resume for Applicant Tracking Systems]= May 27, 2012 by [|Mona Abdel-Halim] [| 5] [|Tweet] [|Share] [|Pin It] [|Share] //Mona Abdel-Halim is the co-founder of Resunate.com, a job application tool that tailors and optimizes your resume for a specific job. You can find Mona and Resunate on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.// You filled out the job application, updated your resume and clicked “Submit.” But as the days or weeks pass, you never receive a phone call or email from the employer. What happened? Unbeknownst to many job seekers, a whopping 72% of resumes are never seen by human eyes. Why? Well, employers large and small now use applicant tracking software to parse the information from your resume and map it into a database called an [|ATS] (applicant tracking system). From this information, the system will assign you a score based on how well you match the job the employer is trying to fill, and then rank and sort all candidates. Naturally, the potential employees with the highest scores move on, while others are left in the dust. Wondering how you can optimize your resume and rank highly in the employer’s ATS? Here are several tricks to improving your resume’s score. Unless you know your highly stylized resume won’t be taking a trip through an ATS, it’s best to save your infographic resume for the in-person interview and upload a .doc or PDF instead. Do you use the above tricks to avoid the resume “black hole”? Let us know in the comments.
 * 1) Have a plan for learning and networking
 * check out what is on the exhibiti floor and what sessions are offered where you can learn the most
 * visit exhibitors. Know something about the procudts and services before you step into the booth and have prepared questions ready
 * use breaks to socialize and network. Carry a business card. if you don't have one, make one up and get it printed at office max or staples. 100 cost around $20
 * take something to jot notes with
 * find boot giveaways
 * 1. Use Language from the Job Description:** Look through the job listing to determine the skills required. Identify industry terms, buzzwords and jargon the hiring manager uses most frequently in the description and incorporate these words into your resume when possible and applicable — the ATS is looking for these keywords.
 * 2. Get Rid of Images and Graphics:** Remember, the ATS is breaking down the information you’re providing and sorting it into different “buckets.” It will not be able to read or understand an image.
 * 3. Choose Fonts Carefully:** Stick with standard web-safe fonts like Arial, Georgia, Impact, Courier, Lucinda, Tahoma or Trebuchet.
 * 4. Don’t Hide Keywords:** Think adding in a bunch of keywords in white text is the best way to rank highly? Think again.
 * 5. Get Rid of Irrelevant Information:** Only include past positions and skills that are relevant to the job at hand. Irrelevant positions just end up as filler — a waste of valuable real estate on your resume.
 * 6. Don’t Use Any Special Characters:** Standard bullets are fine, but other characters (such as arrows) can cause issues that could prevent the ATS from correctly parsing your information.
 * 7. Avoid Fancy Borders and Shading:** Stick to simple templates that are easy to read.
 * 8. Pump Up Your Skills Section:** Most employers [|use their ATS] to search by specialized or technical skills. Make sure your resume includes any special skills you’ve attained, such as computer programs, strengths, competencies and other abilities. Spell out your skills and include industry-specific abbreviations or acronyms that the employer may also search for when finding candidates with the right experience.
 * 9. Create a Customized Professional Summary:** Include a list of bulleted achievements and qualifications that relate to the job description and desired skills.
 * 10. Ditch Spelling Errors:** The ATS will miss important keywords when they are misspelled. Avoid mistakes: Spell check, read your document backwards and have a friend (or two) look it over. You can never be too safe.
 * 11. Place Contact Information at the Top:** Don’t forget to include vital information, such as your phone number and email address. The ATS may even send an email after you’ve applied to the position with additional instructions — so check your spam folder religiously to ensure you don’t miss further communications.
 * 12. Tailor Each and Every Resume:** Different ads will contain different keywords and phrases. If you want your resume to be one of the top rated for each position, you must tailor your skills and experience to each opportunity.

http://sovren.com/faq/TipsForElectronicResumes.pdf

http://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=data&l=Lawrence%2C+KS Indeed.com jobs centered in Lawrence, KS

The right job or any job?
The right job or any job? Sometimes it's a tough question to answer.

When you really need work or when you're desperate to leave where you are, it may seem like any job will do. But consider that you spend most of your waking life at work, and you'll realize how important the right job really is. If you take any job, regardless of whether it's a good fit or not, you likely won't be happy or won't be able to measure up to expectations, and you'll be back on the job market before you know it.

Plus, when you're in the "any job will do" mode, it shows to employers. You may come across too eager, too apathetic, or clearly not qualified for the position you've applied for.

With this in mind, I urge you to be particular about which positions you apply to (and which you don't). Sending a flood of resumes and hoping one with "stick" is not a good approach. This kind of scatter shot strategy won't help you get hired faster. In fact, in my experience, it usually only frustrates and discourages job seekers because they don't hear back and start to lose hope.

Half the battle of job searching is staying positive, and the best way to stay positive is to have a plan that you know will lead you to the right job. If you’re not sure how to create a plan like this for yourself, give me a call. I help job seekers like you strategize their job searches so they know they’re doing the right thing at the right time to get hired. And, I can help you too. Give me a call and we can talk about your job search today. You can reach me at 866-330-0361 or send a message to my email listed here.

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 * <span style="color: #282c33; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Advice to speed your job hunt: **

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There's only so much I can do to help you, Neal.

I can have my team collect and screen almost 200,000 great, professional jobs and publish them on our site for you. I can have them find you over 20,000 HR people, employers and recruiters to connect with. And I can have them make it easy for you to search through and connect with them all.

But we can't do everything for you, Neal, so here are three ways you just might be sabotaging your own job search (without realizing it)!


 * 1. E-mail address**

What e-mail address do you use professionally?

If you're using AOL, or your local cable provider, you could be inadvertently shooting yourself in the foot.

Only 5% of new users at TheLadders sign up with AOL e-mail addresses these days. If you're still using AOL to represent yourself professionally, it could be sending a signal that you're uncomfortable with new technology and that you haven't prioritized keeping your skills up-to-date.

Using your local cable provider's default e-mail — whether it's bellsouth.net, optonline.net, or tampabay.rr.com — increases the chances of a typo leading to a missed connection. Because people don't pay as much attention, or care, to what they're typing after the '@' sign, using less-familiar domains in your e-mail should be avoided.

More than 45% of new users at TheLadders use **gmail.com**. Because gmail is well-known for its utility, ease-of-use, and power, using gmail as your address is a smart move that also sends the message that you're up-to-date with the times.

What's before the '@' sign is important too.

Common 'household' or 'joint' email strategies such as 'jimandnancy@', 'smithhousehold@', or 'huxtablefamily@' are not good e-mail addresses to use for your professional job search. Professionals are accustomed to writing directly to other professionals. Requesting that they e-mail your spouse & kids when contacting you is awkward.

The best email address is your first name, followed by a dot, followed by your last name, at gmail.com:


 * < [[image:http://cdn.theladders.net/static/images/editorial/2012/sample-email-address.png caption="Sample e-mail address"]] ||

If that's taken, then for the purposes of your job search, add next year's number to your address:


 * < [[image:http://cdn.theladders.net/static/images/editorial/2012/sample-email-address-2013.png caption="Sample e-mail address"]] ||

You're probably going to be using this e-mail address into the New Year anyway and starting now makes you seem ahead of the times. And everybody wants to hire somebody from the future, right?


 * 2. Can a stranger read your resume?**

Print out your resume. Take the top third and rip it off. Hand it to somebody you don't know.

Can they tell you, without asking you any additional questions, what you want to do next?

For too many of my subscribers, the answer is no. The reason is that you're trying to do the wrong thing with the top third of your resume. You're trying to tell people about your character **and** your abilities **and** your many, many different skills **and** your flexibility **and** too many things!

You know what the person who is reading your resume is trying to find out?

"Does this gal, or guy, want this job that I have to fill?"

Obviously, given that you've spent the time to create a resume and send it to them, they know you want **a** job. But do you want **this** particular job?

Is it something that you've done before? If so, did you like it? If so, do you want to do it again?

Because you spend all of your time with yourself, it seems so very obvious that you want the type of job that you're looking for.

But strangers don't know that. And, chances are, you'll most likely be hired by a stranger.

So it's important that you make it easy for people who don't know you.


 * Show them**, at the very top of your resume, what job you want.

If they can't tell, by reading the top-third of your resume, what you want to do next, then you're never going to get to the next step.


 * 3. Did you talk to a live person today?**

The internet delivers you news, information, funny cat videos, electronic books, fashionable shopping, and, via TheLadders.com, the latest and greatest job listings at the professional level.

So… "hooray!" for the internet.

But here's the truth — the internet is **not** going to hire you.

No, you'll be hired by a living, breathing, thinking, smiling person.

So the question is: did you talk to that person **today**? Did you try to?

It's important, while you're searching, looking, peeking and applying to all those great jobs you find at TheLadders, that you also realize that you need to make talking to people, live, in person or on the phone, a priority.

Have you called your old contacts? Returned the call from the company that perhaps you're only mildly interested in? Have you taken a former colleague to lunch? Did you go to a Meetup? Did you call back the recruiters you've met over the past six months? Drop by a conference?

Connecting with people, live, in person or on the phone, is essential to getting hired. Too often, we fool ourselves into believing that self-directed activity is the best way to get hired. It's not. Connecting with others is.

If you're more of an introvert, more comfortable communicating by writing than by speaking, you can still connect with others. I'm not going to mislead you and say that it's **better**, but it's still sufficient if you write thoughtful, sensible blog posts, comments, e-mails and contributions on industry-related topics and threads. But it's important that you're connecting with **others**, not just yourself.

When it comes to getting hired, you need to ensure that every day is a "talk to a person who could potentially hire me" day.

Because eventually… they will.

So those are the three things you might be doing to sabotage your own efforts in the job search, Readers. If you've got a comment or a question or an additional insight, come by my blog and share it » "Three Ways You're Sabotaging Yourself".

I'll be rooting for you!

Marc Cenedella, Founder

P.S. For a daily bit of inspiration, advice, and job search sanity, follow my colleague Amanda on Twitter here: @jobsearchamanda

P.P.S. The fourth thing you're doing to sabotage yourself? 'Seasoned'. If you're using the word 'seasoned' to describe yourself… don't.

Perfecting your cover letter to a "T"
Posted by [|Amanda Augustine] on Tue, Aug 14, 2012

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Many of you out there have asked me about [|cover letters]. What do I say? What should I not say? Is there a general one I can use for all my applications? Is there a [|template] you can give me? Do I //really// have to write one? Here’s what I think. I’ve talked to a lot of recruiters while working at TheLadders, and about 50% of them say the cover letter is essential. The other 50% admit they never look at them and jump straight into the resume. So what does that mean for you? You better write that cover letter! When you’re submitting an application, how do you know what side of the fence that recruiter falls on? Better safe than sorry, right? I know that as a job seeker, it’s really hard to understand how these recruiters operate. We could talk for hours about recruiter behavior and how frustrating it can be when we don’t hear back or get feedback. But that’s another topic for another day … Here’s what you should keep in mind for today. They’re busy. I mean, really busy. They’re typically trying to fill a number of positions at the same time, all with hiring managers hovering over their shoulders or bombarding them with emails, wanting to know when they’ll have resumes to review for their open positions. So it’s in your best interest to make it as //easy as humanly possible// for a recruiter to quickly scan your cover letter and get the important information out of there. There are a number of ways this can be done. If you’ve come up with something that’s getting you a ton of responses, keep using it (don’t fix something that’s not broken!) But if you’re struggling with the cover letter, check out one format that I’ve always liked – it’s called the “t-format”. The main components of your cover letter don’t really change: The t-format comes into play with the middle section. It’s designed to show a recruiter how you stack up against the job requirements quickly and clearly. Recruiters look at a resume for an average of [|6 seconds] – how long do you think they spend on your cover letter? My guess is not very long. To write a t-format cover letter, make 2 columns for the middle section: the left column is “__Your Needs__” and the right column is “__My Qualifications__”. Go through the job description and pick out what you think are the must-haves for the job. Remember that a job description will have a long laundry list of ideal nice-to-have skills. Your job is to choose the top 3 requirements that match your experience. If you’re trying to make a career transition and have to get a little creative by choosing a requirement that doesn’t seem as high-priority, so be it. These requirements will become the mini sections under the “__Your Needs__” column. Now write a little blurb for each of the requirements in the “__My Qualifications__” column. Try to reference examples of your work that demonstrate how you meet each of the hiring manager’s primary needs. Take a look at this **sample job description and cover letter** to get a better sense of what this would look like. I’ve marked them up to highlight where the must-have requirements were pulled from, and how I incorporated them into the cover letter. Don’t forget to make sure whatever you highlight in your cover letter is easy to identify on your resume. You may need to make a few tweaks to the resume to that it speaks more clearly to the must-haves in the job description. Try this exercise out and compare the cover letter to what you would typically write. Does this seem clearer? Give it a try with your next few applications and see if there’s a difference in the response rate. Remember, since approximately 50% of recruiters aren’t interested in your cover letter, you’ll need to try this out with a number of your applications before you can really determine if it’s making a difference. Tags: [|Cover Letters], [|Ask Amanda] 
 * The first section introduces you and then talks about why you are interested in the job and company. This is your chance to demonstrate you’ve done your homework and know something about the company or industry.
 * The middle section show why you are qualified to do this job – how does your experience and skill set meet the must-have core requirements of the position?
 * The last section closes the note, showing your enthusiasm and creating a “call to action”. You don’t just ask them to review your resume; you let them know when //you// will follow up with //them// about your application.

Comments
Amanda, I have been using this type of cover letter for some time now. I run into formatting issues constantly when applying to jobs on line, either through a company's own site or the one used by so many, Taleo (an abomination and time suck).

Do you have any suggestions? I usually just manipulate the table into a straight forward list repeating the headers with each point, but that wastes much space. Thanks!Posted @ Wednesday, August 22, 2012 2:12 PM by Jen Crook really nice Posted @ Friday, August 31, 2012 8:19 AM by Mohammed Rezuanul Islam Wow. This is great information. Thanks for sharing.Posted @ Friday, September 07, 2012 9:44 AM by Sandra Kemp I know exactly what you mean Jen! Try using 2 paragraphs with bulleted or numbered lists instead.

//"From what I've read in the job description, you're looking for someone who://

//1) Has a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of sales experience and at least 2 years of sales management experience;//

//2) Has experience in the medical device/diagnostic sector with ...."// (and so forth)

//"I have gained all these through the course of my career in medical devices and diagnostics://

//1) I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Marist College, and have spent the last 9 years selling ..."//

You get the idea. I find it's the best way to get around the application software when they force you to use a plain text box. Posted @ Wednesday, September 12, 2012 3:42 PM by Amanda Augustine

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 * //<span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Book Antiqua','serif';">Cheryl Webb //**
 * KU Profile: ** @http://www.business.ku.edu/faculty/webb-cheryl/
 * Recruiters visit: ** @http://www.business.ku.edu/careers/recruiters/

<span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">**//<span style="color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif;">Cheryl Webb //** <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recruiting and Alumni Networks Coordinator <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">KU School of Business Career Services Center <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">125 Summerfield <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">1300 Sunnyside Avenue <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: blue; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lawrence, KS 66045 <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #1155cc; font-family: 'Book Antiqua',serif; font-size: 10pt;"> <span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171">(785)864-8045 <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #1155cc; font-family: arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">cwebb@ku.edu <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">** KU Profile: ** @http://www.business.ku.edu/faculty/webb-cheryl/ <span style="background-color: #ffffff; color: #222222; font-family: arial,sans-serif;">** Recruiters visit: ** @http://www.business.ku.edu/careers/recruiters/

Tip of the Day:
 * Getting Found on LinkedIn**

There are many great online and offline ways to network, but today, we’re going to focus on LinkedIn because it’s one of the fastest growing professional networking tools available today.

Unfortunately, writing a LinkedIn profile, like writing a resume, can be a challenge for many people. If you’re one of them, I’m going to give you a simple way to get started now.

First, to use LinkedIn properly, it’s important to understand that recruiters and employers find candidates on LinkedIn by searching based on keywords such as company, location, industry, skill sets, certifications and more.

So, you want to think of LinkedIn as your online resume and pack it with keywords related to your industry and your experience.

But how do you know which keywords to include?

Start by filling in the blank on the statement below…

“When an employer looks for a candidate using the keyword __, I want to show up in his or her search results.”

Create a list of keywords using this statement and then insert them into the different sections of your LinkedIn profile.

= Please Announce: Case Interviewing Workshop & Career Opportunities w/ Deloitte Consulting = || ||  ||^   || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">B-School Faculty: Our office tries to use discretion regarding direct announcements for individual career opportunities, but we wanted to share information on career opportunities with Deloitte Consulting and details on a case interviewing career workshop that will be facilitated on Friday by representatives of their organization. Unfortunately, applications are very limited at this time for the Business Technology Analyst and Business Analyst positions (2 applications total), and this is despite the email below to that was circulated to all qualified students last week. We fear that we are at risk of this interview schedule being cancelled if we do not have more students apply by the application deadline of September 14. **These are competitive full-time opportunities that target all undergraduate business and engineering majors (including international students) with a GPA of 3.5 or above.**
 * Inbox || x ||
 * || Jordan, Jennifer E. jjordan@ku.edu via ch1outboundpool.messaging.microsoft.com ||  || [[image:https://mail.google.com/mail/images/cleardot.gif]] 4:21 PM (3 hours ago) [[image:https://mail.google.com/mail/images/cleardot.gif]] ||   || [[image:https://mail.google.com/mail/images/cleardot.gif]]
 * || to Cheryl, David

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">A PowerPoint slide for the case interviewing workshop is attached. Please feel free to announce the workshop and career opportunities in class and/or encourage key prospects for these positions to apply. KU has only recently become a target school for Deloitte Consulting, and we do not want to jeopardize our recruiting relationship with a poor showing of student interest.

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">Thank you in advance, <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">BCSC · **<span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">Business Technology Analyst (Full-Time) ** · **<span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">Business Analyst (Full-Time) ** <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">Attachments: Case Interviewing Workshop.pptx
 * <span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">Representatives of Deloitte Consulting will be conducting a career workshop on Case Interviewing on Friday, September 14 at 2:00 pm in 428 Summerfield **<span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">. All interested students are welcome to attend. Those hoping to interview with Deloitte Consulting are especially encouraged to attend. The information shared in their workshop will align closely with the case interviews that they will be conducting as part of their selection process.
 * <span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;">DELOITTE CONSUTLING **<span style="color: #00b050; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 14.6667px;"> will be conducting interviews in the Engineering Career Center on Friday, September 21 for the following roles:

<span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Director, Business Career Services <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">University of Kansas <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 10px;">125 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> Summerfield Hall <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Phone: <span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1347939953"><span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171"><span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171">(785)864-4446 <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (785)864-4446 end_of_the_skype_highlighting <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting <span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171">(785)864-4446 <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (785)864-4446 end_of_the_skype_highlighting  end_of_the_skype_highlighting  <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting <span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171"><span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171">(785)864-4446 <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (785)864-4446 end_of_the_skype_highlighting  <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting <span class="skype_pnh_print_container_1349880171">(785)864-4446 <span class="skype_pnh_container"> begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (785)864-4446 end_of_the_skype_highlighting  end_of_the_skype_highlighting  end_of_the_skype_highlighting / Fax: (785)864-5078 <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">jjordan@ku.edu <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">www.business.ku.edu ** The BUSINESS CAREER SERVICES CENTER would like to welcome guests from the following organizations for the week of: **
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Georgia','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Jennifer Jordan **
 * <span style="color: #808080; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">Join the BCSC on Facebook for announcements & career tips! **
 * <span style="color: #0000cc; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">Save the Date for the 2012 Business Career Fair on September 20. **

** September 10 – September 14, 2012 **

** Please join us in making our visitors feel welcome at the KU School of Business. **

**__ September 10 __** Rubin Brown (Koch Commons 10-2)

**__ September 11 __** ** OPEN HOUSE ** **//– Walk in Resume Reviews//** *15 minutes per student per employer, please* Deloitte (10-12:30) Renaissance Financial (10-12:30) Cerner (10-12:30) Grant Thornton (10-3) KPMG (10-3) Farmers Insurance (10-3) PricewaterhouseCoopers (10-3) Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation (12:30-3) McGladrey (12:30-3) Ernst & Young (12:30-3)

**__ September 12 __** Altria Sales & Distribution (Koch Commons 8-5) KPMG (Office Hours)

**__ September 13 __** Robert W. Baird & Co.

**__ September 14 __** Deloitte Consulting

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 * //<span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Book Antiqua','serif';">Cheryl Webb //**