INTERNSHIPS
 
Marketing Intern / Kemps, LLC
Application deadline: April 26, 2008 — Kemps LLC, manufactures and markets milk, ice cream and related dairy products under a variety of strong brands including Kemps, Hood, Hagan, Green's and Arrowhead. As the marketing intern, responsibilities include assisting in day-to-day coordination of branded cost savings initiatives, participating in planning activities for 2009 summer season and much more.

Music Marketing Intern / Andrea Lynn Cianflone
Want to be a part of an exciting opportunity? Learn the routes of the music industry, recording studio, travel, and network with lots of people? If you have a passion for music, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and have the positive drive and enthusiasm for the arts, read further: Interns will assist in the marketing, promotion, and music production of classical/cross-over singer Andrea Lynn Cianflone.  Some of the many duties include following up on phone and email conversations with key clients,  creating weekly reports and continuing consistent communication with team members, delivering/emailing/faxing flyers and/or press kits to clients, and carrying out marketing plans developed by VIA Enterprises. For more information, contact Andrea Lynn Cianflone.  

HealthFinders Collaborative Summer Internship
HealthFinders Collaborative is a grassroots collaborative of residents, associations, and institutions from Northfield and Faribault whose mission is to provide quality, accessible, and culturally sensitive healthcare services at no cost to low-income and uninsured residents of greater Rice County. The internship position will involve identifying and interviewing professionals and organizations in teh local community and beyond in order to gather feedback on best practices for a potential web-based resource for Northfield and its surrounding communities. Based on the research, the intern will make a final recommendation for how to best develop and maintain a resource of services offered in the local community.

The College Board of Business Consultant
Application deadline: April 21, 2008—CBBC connects motivated, energetic St. Olaf and Carleton college students to local Northfield business people for short projects attempting to study, research, and potentially solve real-world business dilemmas. In its fourth year, this program now includes an academic internship option! Contact Sian Muir for more information.

For further details on internships and careers, visit OleRecruiting.  

CAREERS

Lilly Vocational Intern (1 Year Position)
Deadline to apply is April 15, 2008 - This position will provide a concrete, coordinated opportunity for a graduating senior/recent graduate to remain/return to St. Olaf for one year to hone his/her skills by working closely with the full array of vocational discernment programs with the Lilly Grant Program. The models for this position are the Americorps and Lutheran Volunteer Corps programs that engage students in a year of service as they explore their career options. In addition to contributing to the work of the Lilly Grant Program, the intern will learn by doing, gaining insights and expertise that will contribute to his/her ability to respond to a calling to serve in the non-profit sector.

CEL Peer Advisor
Deadline to apply is April 18, 2008 — Are you looking for the perfect work experience to stand out on your resume?  Do you have the desire to critique resumes & cover letters, lead workshops, help grow programs and work with other students to explore their career track? Peer Advisors welcome students to the Center for Experiential Learning (CEL) and help them in seeking career, internship, civic engagement, community-based work study or entrepreneurial experiences.  They talk students through the graduate school application process and resources on choosing a major; assist students with resumes and cover letters; help them navigate searches for job, internship, and volunteer opportunities; and work with them on identifying internet and book resources for all of the above needs.    

Product Sourcing Specialist / Department 56
Application deadline: April 30, 2008 — The specialist is expected to serve general needs in all aspects of product development, product coordinating, and sourcing. Also, the specialist is required to meed Department 56's yearly time schedule and goals for samples. More duties and responsibilities can be found on Olerecruiting.

English Language Instruction / Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School, China
Check out the message below from the Assistant Principal of The Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School at Yangzhou:

It's that time of year again to recruit college graduates to teach English here at the Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School at Yangzhou, Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, PR China. Over the past 5 years our school has employed 10 St. Olaf graduates, all of whom have been great teachers. I would therefore love to recruit more St. Olaf graduates and would appreciate it if you would share this message with any potential candidates. More information on our school and specifics about teaching English can be found on our website. Click on "English" in the right hand upper corner and then on "Jobs". Potential candidates can also contact me directly for more information and/or for the email addresses of past and current St. Olaf graduates to get their perspective on teaching English here at our school.

Thank you, Dr. Bob Robert J. Kowalczyk, Ed.D. Assistant Principal The Beijing New Oriental Foreign Language School at Yangzhou Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province, PR China Email: robertk@mninter.net
 

WORKSHOPS

Writing a Graduate/Professional School Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Monday, April 14, 4-4:45 pm, CEL Seminar Room (Modular Village)

Searching for Internships and Jobs in Public Service Organizations
Wednesday, April 16, 4-5 pm, BC 142


Writing the Personal Statement with Professor Jim Farrell
Thursday, April 17, 4-4:45 pm, CEL Seminar Room (Modular Village)

Law School Quick Stop Walk-In Hours
Thursday, May 8, 11:30-12:45 pm & 4-5 pm CEL Seminar Room (Modular Village) — Have individual questions or concerns on the law school application process? Stop by the CEL to talk to Kirsten Cahoon, one of the pre-law advisors on campus.

Law Internship Advising Drop-In Hours
Tuesdays 3-5 pm , Fridays 9 am-1 pm, CEL Seminar Room (Modular Village) — Need help finding a law-related internship? Stop by the CEL to talk to one of our pre-law peer advisors about law related internships and jobs.

For more information on the video workshop, visit the CEL Webpage

EVENTS

Celebrate Entrepreneurship Week (E-week)
Tuesday April 15 through Friday 18 — Learn how innovative entrepreneurs can make a social difference! We have a variety of events and speakers that will showcase the variety of ways that innovation and creativity can add value and change lives. We hope you will join in the fun!

OleVentures Business Plan Pitch Competition
Tuesday, April 15, 6-8 pm, BC Viking Theater — Pitch your business idea and take a chance on winning $300 in 3 minutes! Judges include: Sean Benson '90 of Provation Medical, Jodi Hubler of Lemhi Ventures, and William McCormack '69 of Schwan Food Company. For more information email Matt Miller.

Braulick Speaker: Jacquire Berglund, Co-Founder and President, Finnegans Inc.
Wednesday, April 16, 7-8 pm, BC Viking Theater — Finnegans was created out of the belief that there are many fun and creative ways to make a difference in a community. Finnegans decided to sell a great tasting beer (Finnegans Irish Amber) and give all their profits to fund community programs assisting those in poverty.

Social Entrepreneurship Panel: Economic, Social and/or Environmental Success in For-Profits and Non-Profits
Thursday, April 17, 11:30-12:30 pm, BC Viking Theater — Panelists will be Mark Crea, the Executive Director of Feed My Starving Children; Clea Dezio, the Development Director at the Cookie Cart; and Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin of the Latino Enterprise Center (LEC).

Finstad Grant Marketplace
Friday, April 18, 10-2 pm, BC Crossroads — The Finstad Grant award winner will show their entrepreneurial ventures in the Commons! Support innovative Ole students and score a great deal on apparel and more.

Student Advertising Summit
Thursday, April 17, Crowne Plaza, St. Paul — The "real world" doesn't have to be intimidating! The 2008 Student Advertising Summit provides helpful insight from professionals who have been through it all. If you find yourself interested in a career in advertising, marketing, or PR, the Summit is an all-day pass for devoted students to venture beyond the classroom. Network with industry professionals in the advertising, marketing, and public relations fields. Also, students wil get the chance to engage in career discussions and have their portfolios reviewed. Register here.

Considering a Career as an Actuary? Learn more through Travelers
Thursday, April 17, 11:30-12:30 pm, Science Center Room 186 — Join several St. Olaf alumni from Travelers* as they share their real-world experiences in the field of actuarial science. Learn more about becoming an actuary, ways to prepare for actuarial exams, and how to break into the field of actuarial science. You'll also get the inside scoop on actuarial opportunities at Travelers, including our Actuarial Leadership Development Program, a challenging rotational program for high-potential participants. For more information about Travelers, click here.

SCHOLARSHIPS

David Minge Endowment for Peace and Justice Internships in Washington D.C.
Deadline: April 21, 2008 — The David Minge Endowment helps defray costs for St. Olaf College sponsored academic programs or academic credit internships in Washington D.C. The program is specifically focused on peace and justice issues and is available for semester, interim, and summer experiences. In most instances, awards are in the amount of $1000. Click here for additional details and specific application requirements.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Peace Corps Master's International Programs
The Monterey Institute of International Studies offers PCMI degrees such as MBA International Business, MPA International Management, TESOL, International Environmental Policy.  PCMI programs require separate applications to both the Monterey Institute and Peace Corps.  PCMI students spend 2-3 semesters on campus in preparation for the 27 months of service in Peace Corps.  After service, PCMI students return to campus to complete a required project for graduation, based on the Peace Corps assignment. Apply at the Monterery Institute of International Studies Website.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

CEL Resume and Cover Letter Contest
Deadline: Friday, April 25, 5:00 pm — All majors and concentrations wanted! Winners will receive a $15 gift card to Target and their Resume or Cover Letter will be showcased on the CEL's website (name, contact, and other sensitive information will be removed). All submissions should be sent to Megan Rivera. Check out examples on the CEL Website. Good luck!

Summer Venture in Management (SVMP) Program
Deadline: Friday, May 9 — Spend a week at Harvard Business School! for this week-long MBA experience. This program targets rising seniors who are members of minority groups typically underrepresented in business school and corporate America (African American, Latino, Native American, Lesbian, Gay, etc.). HBS covers on-site expenses and other costs are covered by the corporate sponsors. For more information, see the Harvard Business School Website.