Category: Pomerantz Career Center News

Handshake is your door to opportunity

Check out Thousands of posts from organizations all over the country looking for employees and interns.

That might seem overwhelming, but Handshake’s easy filter system allows you to get to the opportunities that you want, fast and easy. If you haven’t accessed Handshake and completed your profile, why wait?

Login today at: http://uiowa.joinhandshake.com/

Jobs & Internship Fairs

Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair

Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network

Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.

6 Steps to Sign Up for a Mock Interview

Tips for Preparing for Your Mock Interview

Managing Stress in the Job Search

Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone. Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn new job search strategies. The group meets every Thursday, but a weekly commitment isn’t necessary. Join us when you can and when you need it. We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.

Click the links below to register for each group meeting:

April 8th | 3:30–4:30pm
April 15th | 3:30–4:30pm
April 22nd | 3:30–4:30pm
April 29th | 3:30–4:30pm
May 6th | 3:30–4:30pm

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Pomerantz Career Center in advance at 319-335-1023, careercenter@uiowa.edu

Reserve a room

If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319-335-1023.

Handshake is your door to opportunity

As of this morning, there were 17,285 posts from organizations all over the country looking for employees and interns. That might seem overwhelming, but Handshake’s easy filter system allows you to get to the opportunities that you want, fast and easy. If you haven’t accessed Handshake and completed your profile, why wait?

Login today at: http://uiowa.joinhandshake.com/

Jobs & Internship Fairs

Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair
Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

March 30th | Pella Corporation
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network

Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.

6 Steps to Sign Up for a Mock Interview

Tips for Preparing for Your Mock Interview

Managing Stress in the Job Search

Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone. Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn new job search strategies. The group meets every Thursday, but a weekly commitment isn’t necessary. Join us when you can and when you need it. We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.

Click the links below to register for each group meeting:

April 1st | 3:30–4:30pm
April 8th | 3:30–4:30pm
April 15th | 3:30–4:30pm
April 22nd | 3:30–4:30pm
April 29th | 3:30–4:30pm
May 6th | 3:30–4:30pm

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Pomerantz Career Center in advance at 319-335-1023, careercenter@uiowa.edu.

Weekly Employer Events

Tuesday, March 30th 2021

UnitedHealth Group – Customer Service Representative Virtual Career Fair

11:00 am – 1:00 pm EDT

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/721621/share_preview

State Farm- ¡Oye! Are you a first generation college student?

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/719013/share_preview

Wednesday, March 31st 2021

Facebook – Get to Know Facebook Production Engineering!

3:00 pm – 4:05 pm PDT

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/717145/share_preview

UI Life After College: From the Minds of UI Mentors

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/701706/share_preview

Reserve a room

If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319-335-1023.

Application Deadline Extended ’til March 26th!

Professional Development Intern:

https://uiowa.joinhandshake.com/jobs/4466271?ref=preview-header-click

The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program is a 3-step developmental approach focusing on bridging the gap between academics, student employment, career preparation and career readiness. This position will help grow UI STEP, student employment, and professional development programs on the UI campus and will allow the selected candidate the freedom to be creative while being involved in high-level programming scarcely seen on other campuses.

Career Peer Advisor Intern:

https://uiowa.joinhandshake.com/jobs/4450848?ref=preview-header-click

The Pomerantz Career Center is seeking motivated, engaging, and professional applicants to be considered for our Career Peer Advisor internship program. Our Peer Advisors are important members of the Pomerantz Career Center team! Peer Advisors provide staffing for our general drop-in services, review resumes and other professional materials, and assist with office outreach efforts. In addition, successful applicants will have the chance to develop advising skills, enhance public speaking ability, network with professionals, and gain useful knowledge for their own career development. This is a paid internship.

Jobs & Internship Fairs

NEW! Bender Disability Virtual Career Fair
March 23, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Educator Job Fair
Mar 24, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

NEW! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair
Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

New! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

March 24th | Robert Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network

Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.

6 Steps to Sign Up for a Mock Interview

STEP 1: Log into your Handshake account

STEP 2: Enter or Update Profile Information

STEP 3: Upload Your Resume.  Click on your name in the upper right hand corner and then Documents and Add New Document.

STEP 4: To apply to a mock interview, go to Jobs and type Mock into the keyword search area.

STEP 5: Click on the title of the mock interview you are interested in and then click Apply.

STEP 6: Select the Interview Time.  Click Submit. Make sure the resume you would like the employer to see is the one that appears in the drop down box.

Here are tips for preparing for your mock so you know what to expect!

Reserve a room

If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.

Jobs & Internship Fairs

Exploring Creative Careers Networking Event
Mar 12, 2021 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

NEW! Bender Disability Virtual Career Fair
March 23, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Educator Job Fair
Mar 24, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

NEW! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair
Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

New! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

March 17th | iHeartMedia
March 18th | Alliant  Energy, Inc.
March 24th | Robert  Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network

Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.

6 Steps to Sign Up for a Mock Interview

STEP 1: Log into your Handshake account

STEP 2: Enter or Update Profile Information

STEP 3: Upload Your Resume.  Click on your name in the upper right hand corner and then Documents and Add New Document.

STEP 4: To apply to a mock interview, go to Jobs and type Mock into the keyword search area.

STEP 5: Click on the title of the mock interview you are interested in and then click Apply.

STEP 6: Select the Interview Time.  Click Submit. Make sure the resume you would like the employer to see is the one that appears in the drop down box.

Here are tips for preparing for your mock so you know what to expect!

Reserve a room

If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.

Jobs & Internship Fairs

Exploring Creative Careers Networking Event
Mar 12, 2021 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

NEW! Bender Disability Virtual Career Fair
March 23, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Educator Job Fair
Mar 24, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

NEW! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair
Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

New! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Upcoming Mock Interviews:

March 17th | iHeartMedia
March 18th | Alliant  Energy, Inc.
March 24th | Robert  Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network

Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.

6 Steps to Sign Up for a Mock Interview

STEP 1: Log into your Handshake account

STEP 2: Enter or Update Profile Information

STEP 3: Upload Your Resume.  Click on your name in the upper right hand corner and then Documents and Add New Document.

STEP 4: To apply to a mock interview, go to Jobs and type Mock into the keyword search area.

STEP 5: Click on the title of the mock interview you are interested in and then click Apply.

STEP 6: Select the Interview Time.  Click Submit. Make sure the resume you would like the employer to see is the one that appears in the drop down box.

Here are tips for preparing for your mock so you know what to expect!

RESERVE A ROOM
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.

Welcome back students! We have lots of opportunities for you to take advantage of the first week of classes and beyond!

INTERN READY

Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search?
If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in Intern Ready!

Accelerate your internship search with a free self-paced series available on ICON. In a time that seems chaotic, you still have the power to control where your career goes from here – one step at a time!  Get feedback throughout the series from Career Center staff!

To get started >> enroll on ICON at https://icon.uiowa.edu/selfRegistration/course/170394

SPRING JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRS

Get your resumes ready and mark your calendars – job fairs are soon approaching! Registration begins on February 1st!

Tippie Tech: Data & Information Job & Internship Fair
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 :  12 pm – 4 pm – VIRTUAL FAIR

Check out great links to help you prepare: https://careers.uiowa.edu/tippie-tech-data-information-job-internship-fair

Learn about other awesome events: https://careers.uiowa.edu/events

WATCH THE WEBINAR

Parent and Caring Other Webinar: What’s Next? Helping Your Student Gain Career-Building

In case you missed it – watch the webinar at: https://youtu.be/JCSjGWPCosc

This session covers trends for employment and the essential ways that you can assist students with finding opportunities to gain career-building experiences during the winter break and spring semester.

Hear more about current hiring and recruiting trends, learn more about how your student can engage with career services on campus or remotely, explore how your student can prepare for their internship (or job) search over winter break!

This virtual webinar was created for the parents and guardians of current students who are preparing to seek an internship or post-graduation employment or graduate school, but it’s super helpful for students too!)

EMPLOYER EVENTS

Tuesday

Keyot Financial Wellness Series (Part 1/2): How to Grow Your Finances with Next to Nothing

Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/661474/share_preview

College Programs Series: Operating Companies and the Value of an MBA

Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/665114/share_preview 

Explore Wycliffe Life — Bringing the Scriptures to Life: Vernacular Media Specialist  

Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/655299/share_preview 

Going Global with KPMG

Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/665898/share_preview 

Wednesday

Day In the Life of an Intern at PPD  

Wednesday, January 27th 2021, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/660787/share_preview 

 ScribeAmerica Information Session  

Wednesday, January 27th 2021, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/636907/share_preview 

Thursday

ScribeAmerica Information Session

Thursday, January 28th 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST

Interest Areas: Health and Wellness

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/636908/share_preview 

Connect Now – The Power & Secrets of LinkedIn – A Leona Leads Event  

Thursday, January 28th 2021, 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm MST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/655036/share_preview 

Day in the Life of AmeriCorps Service

Thursday, January 28th 2021, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/666612/share_preview

Hello Students!

While your ramping up for finals and getting ready to hit the door and head home, we wanted to remind you of some wonderful opportunities that you can take advantage of over winter break. Now is the best time to revise resumes, build your skills, and seek out new career opportunities that will build relationships and put more experience under your belt to help you snag that next big thing after college -a job!

Are you Intern Ready?

Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search?  If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in a free self-paced series over winter break. This course is sure to accelerate your internship search and make you #InternReady!

Enroll at: https://icon.uiowa.edu/selfRegistration/course/170394

How can others help you prepare for your career? 

The Pomerantz Career Center presents a free webinar for parents, guardians and caring others:

What’s Next? Helping Your Student Gain Career-Building Experience 

Tuesday, January 5, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time)

Learn more and have your parents register here.

Apply for Micro-Internships with Parker Dewey

No matter how hard we try to stay ahead of things, our college years come to a close quickly. If you are looking for a full-time job or waiting to hear back from graduate programs, micro-internships can help you gain paid professional experience during the time between graduation and your next endeavor.   Visit http://info.parkerdewey.com/uiowa to get started.

Did you know?

Graduates can still meet with a career advisor for up to a year after graduation. Contact the Career Center today to make your appointment at careercenter@uiowa.edu or call (319) 335-1023

Have a Plan?  We want to hear about it!  Graduates, please take a moment to fill out the Career Center Graduation Survey. Your feedback is essential to supporting our future Hawkeyes!

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!