Author: Angi McKie

There are still plenty of events this semester to learn about opportunities with employers in a variety of areas. More details below:

Monday:

What: College Programs Series: The Value of an MBA for Humanities Majors

When: 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm EST

Interest: Business – https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/622422/share_preview

Wednesday:

What: College Programs Series: The Value of an MBA for Entrepreneurs

When:  3:00 pm – 3:45 pm EST

Interests: Entrepreneurs – https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/622425/share_preview

Thursday:

What: Sales at Education First Q&A Panel

When:  4:00 pm – 4:45 pm EST

Interests: Sales – https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/624694/share_preview

What: Wells Fargo Technology Meet the Recruiters and Analyst Panel

When:  9:00 pm – 10:00 pm EST

Interests: Business Analytics and Information Systems – https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/625840/share_preview

Be sure to check out the latest, Season 2 Finale of Couch to Career to get great tips on how to maximize your break and get ahead in your career planning!

Do you have a few extra minutes during Thanksgiving break? If so, be sure to learn more about EF (Education First) –  hiring for sales roles!

TUESDAY 11/24:

What: Launching you Sales Career with EF (Education First)

When: Tuesday, November 24th 2020, 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm EST

Interest Area: Sales

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/619820/share_preview

Be sure to take advantage of these virtual events the week of 11/16!

WEDNESDAY 11/18:

What: Samaritan’s Purse Logistics and Supply Chain Management

When: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST

Interest Area: Supply Chain

What: Beyond Your Stripes with State Farm

When: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Interest Area: General, Insurance, Military

What: Work@Liberty Wednesday: Imposter Syndrome

When: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm EST

Interest Area(s): General, Insurance

THURSDAY 11/19:

What: Mayo Clinic Resume Writing and Behavioral Interview Skills

When: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Interest Area: General

What: Virtual Goldman Sachs Cultural Spotlight 2: Innovation Fall 2020

When: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST

Interest Area(s): General, Finance

What: KPMG Fall Campus Recruiting Workshop – Des Moines Office

When: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Interest Area: Accounting

FRIDAY 11/20:

What: Pro Football Hall of Fame “Before the Snap” ft. Jesse Lovejoy

When: Friday, November 20th 2020, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST

Interest Area: Sport and Rec Management, General Business

Find out about each of these and other events on Handshake!

Check out the newest episode in Couch to Careers #C2C – learning more about navigating job search web sites!

Join employers this week to learn more about the following opportunities!

Wednesday:

What: Titan Talk: Securing a Sales Internship

When: Wednesday, November 11th 2020, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Interest Areas: Sales

What: Aramark Virtual Open House

When: Wednesday, November 11th 2020, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

Interest Areas: Sales and Accounting

Thursday:

What: Education First Info Session

When: Thursday, November 12th 2020, 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm EST

Interest Areas: Law

What: SC Johnson HR Internship Information Session

When: Thursday, November 12th 2020, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Interest Areas: Human Resources

Friday:

What: Sioux Falls Development Foundation: Talent Draft Day 2020 – November 13th

When: Friday, November 13th 2020, 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

What: Pro Football Hall of Fame “Before the Snap” ft. Jarrett Bell

When: Friday, November 13th 2020, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST

What: Invest in Yourself Here Goldman Sachs Development Series: Investing in Your Future

When: Friday, November 13th 2020, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST

Interest areas: Data Analyst and Accounting

What: Thomson Reuters – Sales Series #3 – Recruiting Tips and Tricks from Hiring Managers & Recruiters

When: Friday, November 13th 2020, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Interest Area: Sales

Learn more about these employer-hosted events on Handshake!

TUESDAY 11/3:

What: Nike Unlocked: Q&A session with a Retail Recruiter, 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Interest Area(s): General, Business

What: Global Atlantic Financial Group: Technology at GA, Session 1, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST

Interest Area(s): Business, Insurance

WEDNESDAY 11/4:

What: Introduction to Peace Corps, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Interest Area: General

What: Walgreen’s Des Moines Hiring Event, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Interest Area(s): Finance-Accounting, Merchandising & Marketing Internships

What: Global Atlantic Financial Group: Technology at GA, Session 2, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Interest Area(s): Business, Insurance

What: Goldman Sachs Wellness Series: Day in the Life of an Intern, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST

Interest Area(s): Data Analysts

THURSDAY 11/5:

What: Women in Technology Panel with SIG, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm EST

Interest Area(s): Business Analytics & Information Systems

What: Sales Open House with ServiceNow,  4:00 pm – 5:30 pm PST

Interest Area(s): Marketing, Sales, Consulting

We want to remind you of the ways the Pomerantz Career Center can be assisting you as you prepare for graduation;

1) Meet with a Career Advisor –– You can meet with a Career Advisor who specializes in an area you want to pursue– simply schedule an appointment through MyUI and click on “Advising Appointment”. By meeting with an Advisor we can help you create a plan for finding a job or continuing education if you are considering that. We will assist you whether you are starting your search, choosing graduate programs or in the process of negotiating a salary offer – we’re here to help!

Some of the things we assist with:

-Job search tips and searching in a new geographic area

-Networking and building connection tips

-Interview prep

-Salary negotiation

-Personal Statement review and grad school application tips

-Tailoring your resume

2) Have your resume reviewed if you haven’t already so it is ready to apply to your dream job ––

You can do this multiple ways —

-bring it in during drop-in hours (M-F 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. while classes are in session),

-upload it to our online resume review service for review!

-bring it to a Career Advising appointment with you for a review. Your resume is key to making a good first impression with an employer.

3)  Continue to use Handshake to look for jobs – Search in Handshake by clicking on Jobs on your homepage. There are more than 13,000 positions live in the system currently from all across the country!  Once you’ve gotten started – set up a saved search to get emails about new postings that meet what you are looking for.

If you do know what your next adventure is, be it full-time employment or continuing your education, we would appreciate your help in filling out this survey;

Take the First Destination Survey here:  http://careersurvey.iowa.uiowa.edu/Home/About

Pomerantz Career Center

www.careers.uiowa.edu

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming weeks.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of December 9th

12/9 – Vector Marketing – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – West Galleria & 2 – 3 p.m.– S326 Pappajohn
12/10 – Vector Marketing –  9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – West Galleria
12/11 – Vector Marketing – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. – West Galleria & 2 – 3 p.m– S326 Pappajohn

We want to remind you of the ways the Pomerantz Career Center can be assisting you as you prepare for graduation;

1) Meet with a Career Advisor –– You can meet with a Career Advisor who specializes in an area you want to pursue– simply schedule an appointment through MyUI and click on “Advising Appointment”. By meeting with an Advisor we can help you create a plan for finding a job or continuing education if you are considering that. We will assist you whether you are starting your search, choosing graduate programs or in the process of negotiating a salary offer – we’re here to help!

Some of the things we assist with:

-Job search tips and searching in a new geographic area

-Networking and building connection tips

-Interview prep

-Salary negotiation

-Personal Statement review and grad school application tips

-Tailoring your resume

2) Have your resume reviewed if you haven’t already so it is ready to apply to your dream job ––

You can do this multiple ways —

-bring it in during drop-in hours (M-F 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. while classes are in session),

-upload it to our online resume review service for review!

-bring it to a Career Advising appointment with you for a review. Your resume is key to making a good first impression with an employer.

3)  Continue to use Handshake to look for jobs – Search in Handshake by clicking on Jobs on your homepage. There are more than 13,000 positions live in the system currently from all across the country!  Once you’ve gotten started – set up a saved search to get emails about new postings that meet what you are looking for.

If you do know what your next adventure is, be it full-time employment or continuing your education, we would appreciate your help in filling out this survey;

Take the First Destination Survey here:  http://careersurvey.iowa.uiowa.edu/Home/About

Pomerantz Career Center

www.careers.uiowa.edu

We want to remind you of the ways the Pomerantz Career Center can be assisting you as you prepare for graduation;

1) Meet with a Career Advisor –– You can meet with a Career Advisor who specializes in an area you want to pursue– simply schedule an appointment through MyUI and click on “Advising Appointment”. By meeting with an Advisor we can help you create a plan for finding a job or continuing education if you are considering that. We will assist you whether you are starting your search, choosing graduate programs or in the process of negotiating a salary offer – we’re here to help!

Some of the things we assist with:

-Job search tips and searching in a new geographic area

-Networking and building connection tips

-Interview prep

-Salary negotiation

-Personal Statement review and grad school application tips

-Tailoring your resume

2) Have your resume reviewed if you haven’t already so it is ready to apply to your dream job ––

You can do this multiple ways —

-bring it in during walk-in hours (M-F 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.),

-upload it to our online resume review service for review!

-bring it to a Career Advising appointment with you for a review. Your resume is key to making a good first impression with an employer.

3)  Continue to use Handshake to look for jobs – Search in Handshake by clicking on Jobs on your homepage. There are more than 13,000 positions live in the system currently from all across the country!  Once you’ve gotten started – set up a saved search to get emails about new postings that meet what you are looking for.

If you do know what your next adventure is, be it full-time employment or continuing your education, we would appreciate your help in filling out this survey;

Take the First Destination Survey here:  http://careersurvey.iowa.uiowa.edu/Home/About

Pomerantz Career Center

www.careers.uiowa.edu

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming weeks.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of December 9th

12/9 & 12/11 – Vector Marketing at S326 Pappajohn Business Building– 2-3 pm

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming weeks.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of November 18th

Cookies with Robert Half

Wednesday, 11/20 10am-2pm, West Galleria

All students and faculty are welcome to stop by to get some goodies and network with our Staffing Professionals!

We will offer advice on:

– LinkedIn

– Resumes

– Interviewing Styles

– Elevator Pitches

– Professional Networking

There are a few mock interviews left this semester! Be sure that your interview skills are perfected by doing a mock interview! You’ll get better every time you practice. Sign up to do a Mock Interview through Handshake to interview with a volunteer recruiter to get relevant feedback on how you’re doing!

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

November 13th:  Collins Community Credit Union
November 19th:  Oracle – by phone
December 5th:   GreatAmerica Financial Services

To find and sign up for upcoming Mocks, log into Handshake and go to Jobs and type “Mock” into the keyword search area. For assistance, call us at 319-335-1023.

The Pomerantz Career Center and Tippie College of Business are excited to engage with the following employers in the coming weeks.  Stop by their event or log on to learn more about opportunities with their organization!

More details on these employer visits can be found at Handshake, under Events

The Employer of the Day for the week of November 4th and November 11th

11/6 – Hewlett Packard – 6 – 8:30 pm – W401 Pappajohn Business Building

11/12 – Aarete Webinar – Women in STEM: Navigating Diverse Paths to Success – 2:30 – 3:30 pm –
Virtual – http://info.aarete.com/women-stem-webinar

Want to learn more about working in Advertising/PR/Marketing?

Join the Pomerantz Career Center for a trip to West Des Moines, IA on Friday, November 15 from 8am-6:30pm to visit two organizations, learn about both the industry and specific job functions + network with local industry professionals and alumni.

Whether you are still exploring career interests or seeking internship, job or networking opportunities, this Trek will be a great experience for all school years & experience levels! — visit 2 Advertising/PR/Marketing focused companies, get an office tour, learn about what they do and opportunities available, gain hands-on experience and network with company leadership & employees — end the day with a networking social with professionals from a variety of thriving West Des Moines Advertising/PR/Marketing companies and University of Iowa alum to get your questions answered and make important connections Info on the companies we will be visiting:

1. Strategic America:  Founded in 1980, Strategic America is a full-service, integrated Des Moines advertising agency specializing in public relations, digital, traditional, direct response and creative solutions. Our talented team manages a diverse client mixture of leading national brands and local SMBs. Our mission is to “Finding A Better Way, Always”​ with every program we support.

2. Performance Marketing:  Performance Marketing is an ad agency that delivers big thinking and inspired creative. We specialize in ideas, strategies and tactics that build brands and drive sales by being at the right place at the right time. From branding, media and PR to websites, apps and video, we do it all.

*** This Career Trek is free for undergraduate students to attend. Transportation, breakfast & lunch are provided.

To register, RSVP & complete the registration survey. Registration deadline is Thursday, November 7. Once you have completed registration, you will receive an email to confirm additional details.

*** This Career Trek is in partnership with the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce.

If you have any questions or additional needs, please email sarah-kiburz@uiowa.edu

Want to learn more about working in Advertising/PR/Marketing?

Join the Pomerantz Career Center for a trip to West Des Moines, IA on Friday, November 15 from 8am-6:30pm to visit two organizations, learn about both the industry and specific job functions + network with local industry professionals and alumni.

Whether you are still exploring career interests or seeking internship, job or networking opportunities, this Trek will be a great experience for all school years & experience levels! — visit 2 Advertising/PR/Marketing focused companies, get an office tour, learn about what they do and opportunities available, gain hands-on experience and network with company leadership & employees — end the day with a networking social with professionals from a variety of thriving West Des Moines Advertising/PR/Marketing companies and University of Iowa alum to get your questions answered and make important connections Info on the companies we will be visiting:

1. Strategic America:  Founded in 1980, Strategic America is a full-service, integrated Des Moines advertising agency specializing in public relations, digital, traditional, direct response and creative solutions. Our talented team manages a diverse client mixture of leading national brands and local SMBs. Our mission is to “Finding A Better Way, Always”​ with every program we support.

2. Performance Marketing:  Performance Marketing is an ad agency that delivers big thinking and inspired creative. We specialize in ideas, strategies and tactics that build brands and drive sales by being at the right place at the right time. From branding, media and PR to websites, apps and video, we do it all.

*** This Career Trek is free for undergraduate students to attend. Transportation, breakfast & lunch are provided.

To register, RSVP & complete the registration survey. Registration deadline is Thursday, November 7. Once you have completed registration, you will receive an email to confirm additional details.

*** This Career Trek is in partnership with the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce.

If you have any questions or additional needs, please email sarah-kiburz@uiowa.edu

Interviews are in full swing! Be sure that your interview skills are perfected by doing a mock interview! You’ll get better every time you practice. Sign up to do a Mock Interview through Handshake to interview with a volunteer recruiter to get relevant feedback on how you’re doing!

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

October 30th:  Alliant Energy
November 5th:   CRST International, Inc
November 6th:   Mudd Advertising
November 7th:   Principal Financial Group – by phone
November 13th:  Collins Community Credit Union
November 19th:  Oracle – by phone
December 5th:   GreatAmerica Financial Services

To find and sign up for upcoming Mocks, log into Handshake and go to Jobs and type “Mock” into the keyword search area. For assistance, call us at 319-335-1023.

Get the most out of the Handshake recruiting system possible – here are a few reminders:

1. Be sure to include your GPA and Graduation Date as well as experiences and student organization involvement on your profile. Employers are using profiles much like resumes and expect that information when they are searching for the candidate that are the best fit for their position(s)

2. Utilize key word searches for job and internship search- the more you search the more precise the machine learning in the system will get and the more relevant your suggested items will be

3. Having trouble signing in? Here are two tips to try:

• Try switching browsers
• Clear your browser cache

Questions? be sure to call the Career Center at 319-335-1023

Interviews are in full swing! Be sure that your interview skills are perfected by doing a mock interview! You’ll get better every time you practice. Sign up to do a Mock Interview through Handshake to interview with a volunteer recruiter to get relevant feedback on how you’re doing!

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

October 15th: Hybrid Transit Systems
October 22nd: MediRevv
October 23rd: ChildServe
October 24th: Pella Corporation
October 30th: Alliant Energy

To find and sign up for upcoming Mocks, log into Handshake and go to Jobs and type “Mock” into the keyword search area. For assistance, call us at 319-335-1023.