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Peer Advisor Weekly Words of Wisdom
Amy DeSutter
Resource of the Week
Going Global
Internship Opportunities
HECUA: Partners Internship Program ...
Scholarships and Fellowships
Community Service Awards: Campus Compact ...
Events
Civic Engagement Week, What's Hot and What's Not Panel...
Workshops
Resume Writing, Interviewing Skills...
Graduate School
Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs Information Sessions
Contests
Express Yourself for a Better World:
A Photography, Creative Writing and Film Contest ...
Job Humor
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Peer Advisor Weekly Words of Wisdom
"As a sophomore, I attended the MN Private College Job and Internship fair to get a few ideas on possible opportunities for the summer. To prepare for the fair, I researched the companies that interested me most and spent a few hours online familiarizing myself with each company’s mission, core values, strategy and products. I also got my resume up to date by meeting with peer advisors and counselors in the CEL. My junior year, I landed a great internship with Best Buy, where I will be working full-time after graduation! Even if you have no idea what kind of internship or job you want, the Job and Internship fair is a great launching pad to spark ideas and interests, plus it’s a good opportunity to network with HR recruiters from fabulous Minnesota companies that are looking for liberal arts grads just like you!"
—Amy DeSutter '08, Peer Advisor
Going Global
Did you just get back from an amazing study abroad experience and caught the international bug? Or have you been on campus all interim and pining for far away experiences? If so, check out this cyber gem packed with country-specific information containing more than 35,000 resources for finding internships and jobs abroad. Going global can be a rich and rewarding experience, so check this great resource!
Internship Opportunities
HECUA: Partners Internship Program
HECUA is a leading organization that fosters intentional learning and collaborative action that equips students to become effective citizens and agents of change. The Partners Internship Program (PIP) provides internship grants to nonprofit organizations in Minnesota, North Dakota and northwestern Wisconsin. Each recipient organization hires an undergraduate student who manages a project designed by the agency. With this grant interns are paid to work full time for 400 hours (10 weeks) during the summer months.
Application Deadline: March 3, 2008
Surface Water Quality Technician
Ramsey County is looking for an Environmental Aide for their summer lake monitoring program. The country samples 28 lakes on a rotational basis, testing phosphorus, nitrogen, ammonia, and more.
Application Deadline: April 3
Learn more at OleRecruiting.
German in the Workplace: Internship Program
This international academic internship program is designed exclusively for St. Olaf students who have completed German 232 or the equivalent. The program will give you the opportunity to practice and improve your active German in a real-life environment and gather some work experience. Students will shadow a German person in his/her workplace for four weeks (four days a week), and meet for intensive language courses one day a week. Download the flyer and learn more at OleRecruiting.
Dates of Internship:
May 17th - June 14th, 2008
Deadline: February 15, 2008
Eligibility: Open to First Years, Sophomores, and Juniors
Summer Analyst - Piper Jaffray
This 10-12 week program gives students teh opportunity to learn financial modeling and basic analysis of companies and industries. This job is perfect if you are looking to learn more about a career in finance! Learn more at OleRecruiting.
Dates of Internship: Summer 2008
Deadline: February 10, 2008
Eligibility: Junior status (desired, but not necessary)
Find it on Facebook!
Our own Peer Advisor Whitney Waters has created a Facebook group entitled "Internships 2007-2008" to highlight all the most exciting internships that are available to students. Check it out here.
Community Service Awards: Campus Compact
Minnesota Campus Compact is prepared to announce three opportunities to recognize students for their exemplary civic leadership and community service while also providing financial support towards continued efforts. A statewide committee will select both the grant recipients and the Newman/Swearer state finalists from Minnesota. Applications can be found online and are due March 21, 2008.
Ruvelson Rain® Maker Fellowship
A unique hands-on learning experience with a $10,000 award. Fellows receive training in the fundamentals of private equity investing while they work with investment professionals-full time in summer and part-time during the academic year.
The Ruvelson Fellowship is offered to college juniors only, and there is the possibility of college credit. Download this year's application including the specific eligibility requirements, selection criteria, process and schedule at www.rainsourcecapital.com. Follow the Fellowship link for access. Students may contact Sian Muir in the CEL for assistance with application materials.
Questions may also be directed to: Mary Tiedeman
What's Hot and What's Not Panel
This panel is your opportunity to find ideas for the next innovation in the medical services, medical devices, environmental, technology and general business. Our expert panelists are venture capitalists and entrepreneurs who will share their insights into where they see growth and opportunity in the industry in which they operate. The unique aspect of this program is that the panel members will return in April to judge business plan pitches developed from ideas generated through panel discussions. Students will compete at that time for a $300 cash prize for the most innovative pitch!
Tuesday, February 12, 2008, 6:00pm
Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair 2008
Tuesday, February 19, 9:00am-3:00pm (exhibit booths open)
Wednesday, February 20, 8:30am-4:00pm (interviews scheduled)
Registration Deadline: February 12 at 5:00pm
**See Workshops section for mandatory fair prep sessions**
Summer Job/Camp Fair
Come and explore summer employment opportunities with summer camps from around the country! Representatives from secular and Christian-based camps will be there to answer all of your questions. Some of the camps represented: Holden Village, Camp Amnicon, and various YMCA camps. Look for the fliers around campus for a complete list of camps!
Wednesday, February 13, 9:30-2:00 Black and Gold Ballroom
The Jesuit Volunteer Corps
The Jesuit Volunteer Corps offers men and women the opportuniy to work for social justice, live in community, grow spiritually, and experience a simple lifestyle. Alexis Sumner, a former volunteer, will be at Olaf to talk about her experiences. Snacks are provided! Visit the website for more information.
Monday, February 11, 11:30am- 1:30pm, outside Stav Hall
Monday, February 11, 6:00pm, Buntrock Commons
Civic Engagement Week (February 16-23)
“The American Labor Movement: Dingbats, Dinosaurs, or Dynamic Duo”
Bob Muehlencamp (Social Justice Activist and Trade Union Organizer) Tuesday, February 19, 7:00-8:30pm (PAC Dinner in Valhalla at 5:30pm) Viking Theater
Activism for Social Change
This is an opportunity to connect with student leaders involved with social activism to learn about important social issues and advocate for policies that will create a more just and humane world.
Thursday, February 21, 3:00-5:00pm, Crossroads
Worldwide Service Fair
Come and meet
representatives from over 20 organizations with community service, internship and post-graduate opportunities (both domestic and international). Organizations represented will include: Peace Corps, Lutheran Volunteer Corps, World Teach, Global Volunteers, HECUA, The Fund for Public Interest Research, Church World Service, Minnesota ACORN and many more!
Friday, February 22, 10:00am- 2:00pm, Crossroads
Job and & Internship Fair Prep Session
If you are planning on attending the Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair, you must attend one of the following prep sessions: What you Need to Know, Direct from the Source, Resume Writing, or Interviewing Skills.
What You Need to Know
Tuesday, February 12, 4:00-5:00pm, Gold Ballroom
Thursday, February 14, 11:30-12:30pm, Sun Ballroom
Resume Writing
Monday, February 11 4:00-5:00pm, BC 142
Interviewing Skills
Wednesday, February 13 4:00-5:00pm, BC 142
Direct From the Source: Networking & Interviewing Prep (attendance strongly encouraged)
This event provides the opportunity to meet with recent St. Olaf alumni and Human Resources representatives from several organizations including: Best Buy, Carlson Companies, General Mills, Target, Wells Fargo, Medtronic, Habitat for Humanity, and more!
Wednesday, February 13, 6:00-8:00pm, Sun Ballroom
Graduate School Quick Stop Walk-In Hours
Do you have questions regarding graduate school or wish to have your personal statement or CV critiqued? Stop by the Modular Village!
Thursdays 9:00am–11:00pm at the CEL
Fridays 3:00–5:00pm at the CEL
Finstad Grant Information Session
Thursday, February 14 11:30-12:30, BC 146
Humphrey Institute (HI) of Public Affairs Information Sessions
These sessions cover graduate programs in Public Policy (MPP) and Urban and Regional Planning (MURP) and will be held on the following dates at the University of Minnesota:
Thursday, January 31, 5:30–7:30pm
Monday, February 18, 5:30–7:30pm
Tuesday, March 11, 5:30–7:30pm
Thursday, April 24, 12:00–1:30pm
Room 205 Humphrey Center (Freeman Commons)
Information sessions are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so please RSVP to: HHHadmit@umn.edu or via phone at 612-626-7229. One can also RSVP online at http://www2.hhh.umn.edu/forms/admissions_infosessions.html
Express Yourself for a Better World:
A Photography, Creative Writing and Film Contest
For more information, click here.
Entry Deadline: February 12
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Student Spotlight on
Becca Koch
What did you do this past summer?
I worked at Securian in their Management Development internship program. After a week of training in the Management Services area, each intern was placed on a specific project based on their interests and the business need. I worked as part of the Annuity Marketing team. My main project was to assist in the design of a new website to merge two of the company's product lines. The project involved leading many meetings with marketing directors and also working on a cross-functional team. In the end, I complied documents that outlined every decision made on the site, and these documents allowed the stakeholders to sign off on the project and make sure everyone was on the same page.
How did you find out about this opportunity?
I found out about this opportunity while researching prior to attending the Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair. I had also heard about the opportunity from staff members of the CEL. I learned more about the program by talking with representatives from Securian at the Fair, which made me realize that the internship would be a good fit.
What did you learn about yourself through this experience? What was the most challenging?
I learned the importance of trying something new. I had no idea about anything technology related when first starting the internship, yet I was thrown right into that world my second week on the job. I was very nervous about understanding their lingo, but by the end of the summer, I was able to fully understand what they were talking about during meetings. I also learned the importance of not being afraid to ask questions. The most challenging part was that my project was very ambiguous and I was given tasks that I knew nothing about. I learned early on that you must ask questions, because there were so many people willing to help and wanting me to succeed.
Which CEL services have you used in your years at St. Olaf?
The CEL has been very helpful the past four years. I have attended many of the workshops, such as resume writing and interviewing skills. I have been in the CEL many times to get help with writing my resume and to get advice on different career options. I have also done a few practice interviews in the CEL. It is not always fun watching the tape at the end, but it is a very helpful service that I recommend anyone that has an upcoming interview to utilize!
What are your plans for after graduation?
I am going to move up to the cities and work for General Mills as a Financial Analyst. I am very excited for the opportunity.
Any advice to your peers, both to underclassmen and your fellow seniors?
Utilize the resources that are provided at St. Olaf. St. Olaf has great connections, so be sure to use them! I also recommend looking on the Ole Alumni Directory to find people who work in your field of interest. They are more then happy to answer your questions. Plus, this helps to build your networking skills, which is something that can be awkward for some to do, but is very important.
Interested in finding a cool internship or job like Becca's? Find one through the Minnesota Private Colleges Job & Internship Fair! Stop by the CEL and sign up by the February 12th registration deadline!