Peer Advisor Weekly Words of Wisdom
Nicole Jin

Resource of the Week
Peterson's Graduate School Database

This Week In Recruiting
Ernst & Young, State Department, Health Care Futures ...

Internship Opportunities
Entrepreneurship Virtual Fair, Allina Hospitals & Clinics ...

Career Opportunities
Koch Associate Program (Washington, DC)

Events
Etiquette Dinner, General Mills Finance Emerging Leaders Program ...

Graduate School
MCAT Strategy Session, Free Practice Tests ...

Contests
2008 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition

Job Humor
Mark Twain

Peer Advisor Weekly Words of Wisdom

"When you are considering career and internship opportunities, don’t forget to think outside the U.S.! There are many international careers and internships in both service and professional settings. Opportunities can range anywhere from teaching English in a country you’ve never visited, to applying a language at you studied at St. Olaf in a business setting. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and trying something completely new! If you are really interested in international endeavors, be sure to attend the CEL sponsored International Series beginning on March 6th. Stop by the CEL for more information on great international opportunities!"

—Nicole Jin '09, Peer Advisor

Resource of the Week

Peterson's Graduate School Database
Are you interested in applying to graduate schools but still have many unanswered questions? Peterson’s online database provides listings of graduate schools by master’s degree or doctorate degree, by graduate program, or by institution name. Once you've found a set of graduate schools that interest you, you'll have the opportunity to read more about each one and then contact admissions officials directly for more information. Peterson’s offers a wide array of materials to aid in your grad school search and selection process including test preparation, financial aid information, and online services for essay editing as well as resume writing.

This Week in Recruiting

Upcoming Information Sessions...

Ernst & Young
Position: Your Master Plan: Assurance Staff Professional
Information Session: Wednesday, February 27, 6-7pm, BC 144

State Department
Positions: International Careers/Internships
Information Session: Tuesday, February 26, 11:10 a.m., BC 143

Upcoming Resume Deadlines...

Health Care Futures
Position: Intern
Deadline: Saturday, March 1

Piper Jaffray
Position: Equity Research Summer Intern
Deadline: Friday, February 29

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
Position: Financial Representative
Deadline: Friday, February 29


All resumes for St. Olaf on-campus recruiting events must be uploaded and submitted to each individual company of interest via OleRecruiting. An "apply" button can be found at the bottom of each job/internship description.  After uploading your document(s) to the system, you'll need to then click the "apply" button, and submit a resume to each organization you are interested in interviewing with before the application deadline.  You will be notified via email whether you have been selected for an interview.

Internship Opportunities

Entrepreneurship Virtual Fair
Looking for a cool summer job or internship? The CEL has teamed up with Ole alums from six organizations around Minnesota to bring you exciting opportunities with an emphasis on entrepreneurship. Check back for more opportunities throughout the month-long e-fair, which lasts until March 15! Check out the Entrepreneurship Virtual Fair for more information on specific opportunities.

R & D Systems Summer Research Program 2008
R & D Systems is offering an 11-week summer program. Internship positions are designed to give students a means to apply techniques learned in an academic setting while obtaining new skills. All interns will be required to conclude the program with a formal presentation of their work. Eligible students must be in Junior standing as determined by completed college credits at the time application, hold a GPA of 3.0 or better in their major science courses and have declared a major in biology, chemistry, or a related field.  Wage: $13.50/hour. 
Application Deadline: March 21
For more information, visit the R & D Systems website.

HECUA: Partners Internship Program
HECUA Partners Internship Program (PIP) Application Deadline: March 3

Allina Hospitals & Clinics
Mark Nelson, a 2001 St. Olaf grad working in the Allina Performance Resources group, and Erin Baldwin, the Respiratory Care Interim Manager at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, will be on campus to share information about APR's summer internship opportunities! 
Thursday, February 28, 11:30am, BC 144
Application Deadline: March 14  

Northfield Community Services (Community Education & Recreation)

Paid Recreation Programming Internship
is offering a paid recreation programming internship. This recreation internship will be scheduled for approximately 20 hours per week for the month of May and 40 hours per week from June to August.  The programming focus will be in the areas of baseball, softball, track, soccer, a special event, and concerts in the parks series.  The position will be responsible for overseeing programming staff, program development, on-site supervision, and overall effectiveness of specific programs.  The position demands effective communication and outstanding customer service.  Email Erin Mayberry with questions.
Application Deadline: March 21

Program Supervisors and Seasonal Staff
Positions are available in multiple sports and playground programs, as well as for lifeguards and water safety instructors.  There are full-time, part-time, and sub positions available. Application can be found here.  
Application Deadline: April 4

German in the Workplace: Internship Program in Paderborn, Germany
Application Deadline:  Saturday, March 1 at midnight 
Find more information in OleRecruiting under "University of Paderborn".
See the "GOING GLOBAL" resource for more information about creating a German resume. Questions should be directed to Sandy Malecha in the CEL or Professor Karl Fink in the German Department.
  

Career Opportunities

Koch Associate Program (Washington, DC)
The 2008–09 Koch Associate Program is a year-long, paid program designed to develop promising leaders and entrepreneurs interested in liberty and nonprofit work.  Associates range in experience level from recent graduates to those with up to a decade of work experience, and come from diverse fields and academic majors. Visit the Koch Foundation website or OleRecruiting to learn more.
Application Deadline: April 1

Events

Etiquette Dinner
Dining etiquette can be critical to career and job search success! Anthony Cawdron from Purdue University will host a special etiquette expertise dinner sponsored by the Student Alumni Association and the Division of Advancement and College Relations. The cost is $5.00 for a three-course meal. Register online here.
Thursday, February 28, 6:00–8:00pm and Friday, February 29, 7:00–9:00pm

Healthcare Administration Career Fair
The Minnesota Medical Group Management Association (MMGMA) Membership Committee is proud to present the MMGMA Career Fair for undergraduate seniors, graduate students, and other job hunters seeking employment in healthcare administration.  Several large employers will be there to make connections with you and discuss their current openings in medical group management, including:

Allina Hospitals & Clinics
Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, LTD
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Fairview Health Services
MEDICA
University of Minnesota Physicians
WIPFLi, LLP
And more…

Pre-register for this event by emailing your full name and the name of your school. Those who pre-register by February 25 will receive a pass to park free at the Saint Paul RiverCentre on the day of the event.  Onsite registration will be availablie on the day of the event, but will not be eligible for a free parking pass.  Visit the MMGMA Website for more information.
Monday, March 3, 2:00pm–5:00pm
Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 West Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN

Pathways in Careers in the Biosciences
This event is to learn more about opportunities in research, food science, pharmaceuticals, lab science, and much more. This is your opportunity to gather career information and network.The afternoon break-out sessions will have 3-4 professionals (alumni from MN Private Colleges) with experience in one of 4 topic areas: Clinical Research/Regulatory Affairs, Food Science/Personal Care, Medical & Pharmaceutical Sales & Marketing, Research & Development/Lab Science.  $5 registration fee or $10 for registration and transportation. Register at the Center for Experiential Learning by March 5.
Thursday, March 13, 2008, 3:30pm. – 7:00pm, U of MN Continuing Education & Conference Center, St. Paul

General Mills Finance Emerging Leaders Program
This is an opportunity for high potential Economics and Finance sophomores and juniors interested in Corporate Finance.  This two-day program will include the following events: Senior Leadership welcome and business overview, Job Shadow rotations with two current Financial Analysts, Trade Show highlighting various job rotation opportunities, Reception with Finance leaders and Recruiting teams and the General Mills Case Competition. The capstone event to this program is a comprehensive case study competition.  Students will work in peer groups and present findings to a panel of Finance and Accounting business leaders.  This panel will provide feedback and designate a winning team.
Application Deadline via OleRecruiting:  Tuesday, February 26
April 10, 2008 & April 11, 2008, General Mills Headquarters

Graduate School

MCAT Strategy Session
So the MCAT is computer-based. No worries! Join us at this free strategy session to experience the most comprehensive MCAT prep course there is.
Wednesday, March 12, 7:00–8:30pm, Buntrock 144

LSAT Practice Test and Strategy Session
Want to know how you’d score on the LSAT? Join us to take a free full-length practice test! This is the best first step to determining your preparation strategy. We’ll give you a detailed score report reviewing your strengths and weaknesses, at the follow-up strategy session. You'll experience the most thorough, demanding LSAT prep course around. An instructor will teach effective testing strategies, and lead you through LSAT sample problems. Tip the scales in your favor by coming to Buntrock Commons to learn about the LSAT test, law school admissions, and valuable test-taking tips from the experts at The Princeton Review.

Free Practice Test
Saturday, March 8th
9:00am–1:00pm
Buntrock 144

Strategy Session
Tuesday, March 11th
6:30pm–8:00pm
Buntrock 143

Contests

2008 Silicon Valley Boomer Business Plan Competition
This exciting, fifth annual competition — located in the heart of Silicon Valley — is available to students and entrepreneurs who have a business plan or startup venture that shows significant business potential for the burgeoning 45+/boomer market. The competition provides contestants with a golden opportunity to meet top-tier Silicon Valley investors and potential partners, secure resources, and get media exposure. For complete details on the competition, important dates, rules, and entry information, visit the website.

Job Humor

"Don’t go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first."
-Mark Twain

Student Spotlight on
David Sayre:

Northfield Enterprise Center (NEC) Internship

What is the Northfield Enterprise Center (NEC)?
The NEC is a small nonprofit organization, in partnership with the Economic Development Authority (EDA), that works with area businesses and organizations to assist in making them successful.  We work in various capacities like performing market research, writing marketing and business plans, PR development, and many other business activities. The College Board of Business Consultants is a subdivision of the organization that pairs knowledgeable, experienced college students with requesting businesses.

What did the internship entail?
In the past few months I have had two unique opportunities.  I worked with one local business on developing and designing a new website. The project required me to do a great deal of market research and analysis of their existing work.  As the site was launched, I was given the opportunity to develop a PR rollout strategy and execute on it.

Additionally, I am currently working on a project with another local business on developing a new pricing strategy.

What did you like most about the internship?
Many great opportunities have come out of this internship, but the thing I've liked most is being given the chance to "get my hands dirty" with the various business activities I hadn't yet applied in a real life setting.  It has been rewarding to see how my accomplishments have helped the organizations prosper.

This internship is taking applications right now! Any advice for fellow Oles interested in this opportunity?
I would certainly suggest that students strongly consider this internship for the coming year.  One mustn't be discouraged by its year-long length, but rather focus on the experience that could be had from the internship.  St. Olaf students are lucky to have such a unique opportunity.

Oles, if this internship sounds like it'd be a good fit for you, check out the CEL's new entrepreneurial internship website at the Entrepreneurship Virtual Fair. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sian Muir (muir) or Sandy Malecha (malecha) at the CEL today!