Liberal Arts Voices

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Summer Study Abroad Program in Peru – Open to All Majors

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All majors are welcome in this Penn State faculty-led, interdisciplinary program that is based in lively Lima, Peru.
Students will become acquainted with STEM challenges and opportunities in Latin America. Learn how science and global engineering connect with other disciplines in a mixed cohort of Peruvian and Penn State students, while studying Spanish and experiencing Peru’s rich culture.
For 6 weeks, you will take 2 classes taught by Penn State and local faculty. Participants will gain cross-cultural competencies by investigating issues in global society and their future implications.
This program is designed to be the perfect blend of cultural immersion and interdisciplinary learning. Experience life as local residents do while you enjoy Peruvian cuisine prepared by your host family and practice your Spanish.
Information Sessions:

Nov 08 – Study Abroad Summer in Peru Info Session
202 Hammond Building
4:00 p.m.

Nov 14 – Study Abroad Summer in Peru Info Session
202 Hammond Building
5:30 p.m.

Jan 18 – Study Abroad Summer in Peru Info Session
202 Hammond Building
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Altria Full-Time Position & Leadership Development Program

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Posted By: Career Enrichment Network

Check out these employment and leadership development opportunities with Altria!

Full-Time Opportunity – Territory Sales Manager:

  • We offer flexibility to start immediately upon graduation or the ability to stagger start dates (if for example you have post-graduation travel plans, etc)
  • Manage a geography of approximately 120 retail accounts representing ~$15 million in annual salesBe responsible for establishing a consultative relationship with both retail and wholesale customers as well as selling and implementing sales programs and promotions
  • Help lead retail accounts with their tobacco category goals, initiatives & growth plans

Required Skills:

  • Ability to communicate ideas that influence others
  • Work effectively with peers and retail customersPlan and manage time and resources efficiently
  • Apply and enhance your ability to evaluate information
  • Produce innovative, unique and quality solutions
  • Understand and utilize business acumen

Perks:

  • $60,000 starting salary + $5,000 signing bonus
  • Full relocations benefits
  • Higher education refund program
  • 3 weeks paid vacation plus paid company holidays
  • Bonus program
  • Company issued computer, vehicle
  • Extensive organizational training / personal development support
  • Full medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401K matching program

How to Apply:

Applying through www.cantbeattheexperience.com is REQUIRED in order to be considered for an interview
  • Go to www.cantbeattheexperience.com
  • On the home page you will see the option to “Find a Job”. Click the down arrow
  • Enter the job requisition # as follows and hit “Go”
    • 17494BR to apply for Territory Sales Manager State College, PA position
  • Select “External Job Seeker” and “Go Now
  • Select the job by clicking the hyperlink
  • Select submit to Job

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Altria Leadership Development Program

Fellowship Opportunities: International Relations and Public Policy Week: Oct 30 – Nov 3

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The University Fellowships Office will be featuring a week of workshops about fellowship opportunities related to the fields of international relations and public policy.
Learn about what these fellowships offer, the application processes, and how the University Fellowships Office can support you.

Event details and full schedule here.

Global Languages & International Education Week: Oct 23-27

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Posted By: Career Enrichment Network

Learn about opportunities to apply for fellowships that focus on international experiences and global languages during the University Fellowship Office’s week-long celebration of Global Languages & International Education Week.
Each day will feature a workshop with information about opportunities such as
  • the Foreign Language and Area Studies Scholarship,
  • the Critical Language Scholarship,
  • the Gilman Scholarship, and
  • the Boren Scholarship.

Schedule of Events:

Monday, October 23rd
International Education and Global Language Fellowships Overview
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 106 HUB

Tuesday, October 24th
Info Session: Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowship
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 308 Boucke

Wednesday, October 25th
Info Session: Critical Language Scholarship
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm, 112 Boucke

Thursday, October 26th
Info Session: Gilman and Boren Scholarships
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, 106 HUB

Friday, October 27th
Additional Drop-in Hours
10:00 am – 11:00 am, 321 Boucke

Learn about what these fellowships offer, the application processes, and how the University Fellowships Office can support you. Learn more: https://ufo.psu.edu/calendar

Allegheny County Department of Human Services Job & Internship Fair: October 2

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Posted By: Career Enrichment Network

Monday, October 2, 2017
5-7 PM
Liberty Conference Room
Human Services Building
One Smithfield Street, lower level

Free parking behind the building

Join us for the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Job & Internship Fair. Learn about careers, such as:

  • Office of Children, Youth and Families Caseworker
  • Aging Care Manager
  • Community Health Nurse
  • Administrative Assistant
  • …And more!

Also, find out about internship opportunities in:

  •  Data Analysis, Research and Evaluation
  • Behavioral Health
  • Administrative and Information Management
  • Children, Youth and Families
  • Aging
  • …And other areas!

A representative will also be on hand to talk about the Civil Service process.

For further information, please contact Kelly Dillard at 412-350-2894 or Kelly.Dillard@AlleghenyCounty.us

Top 8 Tips for Fall Career Days 2017

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Posted by the Career Enrichment Network

Fall Career Days (September 12-14, 2017) is quickly approaching! Fall Career Days is a week of career fairs combined with some on-campus interviewing, information sessions, and workshops held by employers who are recruiting students on campus. The majority of the employers at Fall Career Days represent corporate America. If you are interested in working for a large corporation, the fair may be a fit for you.

There are lots of things you can do to make sure you are prepared for Fall Career Days. Here are our top 8 tips to get you started:

#8 Attend a Prep Workshop. Career Services and recruiters host workshops the week before the fair to help you prep for the fair. Attend sessions like Professional Tips for Non-Technical Majors (9/5), Resume Review Walk-in Hours (9/11) , & more to make sure you are prepared for the fair.

#7 Research the employers attending and make a top 5-10 list of those with whom you would like to meet. Here are a few companies to get you started in your research: Air Liquide, Amazon, Altria, Amica Mutual Insurance, AT&T, Bates White Economic Consulting, Capital One, City of Pittsburgh Careers, DEA, EY, Federal Reserve Board, IBM Corporation, Kohl’s, Liberty Mutual, MAXIMUS, National Air and Space Intelligence (NASIC), National Security Agency (NSA), Northwestern Mutual, PA State Police, Target, Teach for America, TransPerfect, US Postal Service, US Census Bureau, Vanguard, and Yelp.

#6 Search for open positions after you narrow your list of employers. You can search for open positions in Network Symplicity, Nittany Lion Career Network, and on the company’s website.

#5 Check for additional networking events. Many employers will be hosting on-campus events in addition to the career fair. Check the Network Symplicity and Nittany Lion Career Network calendars for details. Altria, Bates White, Deloitte, & Liberty Mutual are just a few employers who will hosting additional networking opportunities on campus.

#4 Practice your 30 second introduction. Speaking with recruiters at the career fair can be nerve-wracking, but preparing ahead of time can help! Remember to highlight your relevant skills and experiences, put your major in context, and express your interest in the organization! Here are some other helpful tips about approaching employers from a recruiter’s perspective.

#3 Have your resume ready to go. Take advantage of our walk-in resume review hours on Monday, September 11 from 9:00am-4:30pm in 101 Sparks Building. Make sure your resume highlights the skills and experiences most relevant to the companies you plan on speaking with. Be prepared to hand your resume to a recruiter, but also to apply online after the event!

#2 Download the Fall Career Days App. Search the employer database, use wayfinding to get you from booth to booth, create favorite lists and much more on the go! Search for PENN STATE CAREER SUCCESS in your app store and download now! Available for Android, Apple and Windows devices.

#1 Attend! For the majority of Liberal Arts students, the relevant fair days are as follows:

Mark Your Calendars for Fall Career Days: September 12-14

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Posted by the Career Enrichment Network

Fall Career Days is quickly approaching (September 12-14, 2017)!  Fall Career Days is a week of career fairs combined with some on-campus interviewing, information sessions, and workshops held by employers who are recruiting students on campus.

The majority of the employers at Fall Career Days represent corporate America.  If you are interested in working for a large corporation, the fair may be a fit for you.  Nonprofit and government agencies typically do not attend the Fall Career Days fairs, although there are some exceptions.

For the majority of Liberal Arts students, the relevant fair days are as follows:

It is never too early to start preparing for the fall career fair!

Start to research the employers attending and make a top 5 or 10 list of those with whom you would like to speak. Here are a few companies for Liberal Arts students to check out at the career fair.

Air Liquide, Amazon, Altria, Amica Mutual Insurance, AT&T, Bates White Economic Consulting, Capitol One, City of Pittsburgh Careers, DEA, EY, Federal Reserve Board, IBM Corporation, Kohl’s, Liberty Mutual, MAXIMUS, National Air and Space Intelligence (NASIC), National Security Agency (NSA), Northwestern Mutual, PA State Police, Target, Teach for America, TransPerfect, US Postal Service, US Census Bureau, Vanguard, and Yelp.

Make to sure to view the prep workshops scheduled the week before the fair! Prep workshops will include:

Consulting Careers: The Advantages of a Liberal Arts Degree

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Brandon Kreider (’16, MS/BS, HRER and LER) works for Deloitte Consulting in their Human Capital Practice. He specializes in organization transformation and talent to help clients understand their business challenges.

Consulting. You hear the word and think corporate finance, mergers, top business school graduates, and long hours. While you’re not completely wrong, there is a lot more to this career than that. With tens of thousands of extremely qualified applicants vying for the same few spots at top consulting firms across the country, I sometimes wonder, how did I end up as one of the fortunate few? Looking back, I think a significant portion of my success is thanks to my liberal arts degrees. More specifically, my undergraduate degree in Labor and Employment Relations and my graduate degree in Human Resources and Employment Relations.

The consulting industry is a confusing one for many people. While I could list all of the different “workstreams” and “deliverables” my team and I make for our clients, what consulting really boils down to is making complex situations easy to understand. These situations come in many forms, but mostly, they come from clients asking questions:

  • “We’re losing our best people to our top competitor. How do we fix it?”
  • “How do we upskill our employees so they understand the newest technologies?”
  • “This new supply chain technology is supposed to be a game changer. Is it worth the money? Should we implement it? How?”

Through these questions, we set out to understand the root cause of the problem and understand why the change is occurring. From there, we devise a plan to solve the problem and work hand in hand with our clients to implement it. This is where my passion for consulting stems: each day I’m able to help people solve problems and improve their businesses.

While reading this you may be wondering – did your time in the Liberal Arts program at Penn State prepare you for your job? Are you as prepared as those that came out of Smeal business school? Yes. Unequivocally, yes. A degree in the Liberal Arts prepares you to think critically, network, problem solve, and communicate eloquently. Through course work and time spent in leadership roles of school organizations, I built a network of professors, alumni, and classmates that I continue to rely on today.

My advice to you, no matter your career or professional aspirations:

  1. Appreciate your Liberal Arts degree, for it prepares you to take on the toughest challenges in any industry.
  2. Take time to build a relationship with your classmates and professors – these years allow you to build bonds that will last well beyond your time at Penn State.
  3. Get involved – there are few better ways to learn to lead than by doing it. Find an organization you are passionate about and volunteer to take on leadership roles. It will prepare you for success in many ways.

If you’re interested in learning more about Deloitte and the consulting industry, please visit us at our many events on campus during the Fall semester. Don’t forget to apply for our amazing internship program – our resume submission date is Friday, September 15th! We are taking applications for Juniors only. 

If you have questions, please feel free to reach out by email: bkreider@deloitte.com. I’m always happy to talk.

Penn State alumni from Deloitte will be hosting our first Lunch & Learn event this semester focusing on “Marketing Your Liberal Arts Degree.” Thursday, September 7, 12:15p.m.-1:15p.m. in 124 Sparks Building. Liberal Arts students should RSVP for this event in Network Symplicity.

 

7 Tips for the Start of the School Year

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Posted By: Career Enrichment Network

We hope you had a great summer and that you’re looking forward to a great fall semester. While it’s hard to imagine kicking off an internship or full-time job search as you’re just getting settled into your classes for the semester, well…you need to get working on those searches as soon as possible.  

With that in mind, here’s an easy checklist of 7 things to do as soon as possible:

  1. Create or log into your Network Symplicity account and update your profile, especially class standing, expected graduation, major(s) and GPA.  If your profile is not current, then you may show up as ineligible to apply for some opportunities.
  2. Check out the Fall Career Days list of employers and start researching those you want to visit with during the event.
  3. Update your resume with any summer internship, volunteer, or global experiences and upload it to your Network Symplicity account for review.
  4. Update your internship information in Network Symplicity.  Had an internship this summer and didn’t report it yet?  You can still log in and add it to your profile at any time.
  5. Get a handle on the strengths you can offer potential employers by taking the StrengthsFinder® on-line assessment.
  6. View our calendar of events in Network Symplicity to make sure you don’t miss out on anything for the semester! Events already quickly approaching include: Liberal Arts Undergraduate Festival, Marketing Your Liberal Arts Degree, Fall Career Days, Education Abroad Fair, & more!
  7. Follow the Career Enrichment Network on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to keep up with the latest events, opportunities, and internship postings.

Questions?  Request an appointment in Network Symplicity to meet with a Network staff member to get answers!

HZ Hosting Recruiting Events

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Posted By: Career Enrichment Network

HZ is a full service creative agency seeking innovators, thinkers, thought-leaders, and savvy marketers—the sharp minds who will undoubtedly shape the advertising landscape of tomorrow. They are specifically looking to hire Account Service Professionals, Copywriters, Designers, Digital Marketing Professionals, Media Planners, and Web Developers, but are never closed to impressive talent in any agency discipline.

HZ is hosting two events—the first will take place on June 1 at their Rockville Headquarters from 6:30pm to 8:30pm and the second, will take place on June 7 at their Baltimore office. Attendees have the option to attend one or both events based on their location.

Rockville Event Details:

WHERE:
HZDG – Rockville Headquarters
10101 Molecular Drive
Ste. 300
Rockville, MD 20850

WHEN:
Thursday, June 1, 2017 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)

EVENT LINK: Rockville Recruiting Event

Baltimore Event Details:

WHERE:
HZDG – Baltimore
1429 Aliceanna Street,
Baltimore, MD 21231

WHEN:
Wednesday, June 7, 2017 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)

EVENT LINK: Baltimore Recruiting Event

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