Sunday, September 28, 2014


Standards of Student Behavior with Recruiters

Students in the Pamplin College of Business are fortunate to be in demand by companies. Last week's Business Horizons Career Fair and busy interview schedule reinforces the demand.

 

With success comes responsibility and it's important to clearly communicate the expectations we have for students when interacting with employers.

 

Below are three encouraged behaviors we hope students will follow in their dealings with recruiters: 

1.       If a student commits to an on-campus, phone or on-site interview and is unable to participate, please give the employer at least 48-hour notice so they can interview other students. No shows at interviews are a poor reflection, not only to oneself, but to Pamplin and Virginia Tech.

 
2.       As a leader of a student organization, an employer may ask these leaders to hand-pick the "best" students in the group and share with the firm. This practice should not be carried out due to potential liability issues to everyone involved. Instead, provide the employer a resume book of the entire organization and refrain from selecting favorites. 

 
3.       Accepting a full-time offer with a company and continuing to interview with other companies with the motive of obtaining a "better" job is unacceptable professional etiquette. Once a commitment is made, it should be honored. If a student is not willing to commit at the company deadline, then decline the offer.   

 

Failure to follow these guidelines has the potential to damage Pamplin's position in the marketplace as a preferred campus for companies to recruit for entry-level talent. I trust students will act in the highest professional and ethical manner to preserve our competitive advantage.

 

Thanks for your attention to this matter. If you have questions or are unclear about any situation, please contact me directly at [email protected].  

Company Days in the Pamplin Atrium


 

Companies setup their booth in the lobby of the b-school and pass out information, swag, and food to students interested in their company. This is a great opportunity to establish a relationship with an employer and to learn more about their company and industry. Firms will be there from 10-2pm


 

Tuesday, September 30 - Visa

 

The RVA Career Expo

The RVA Career Expo will be held on Friday October 10 at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Read more.... 

RVA Career Expo October 2014
RVA Career Expo October 2014
Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Inside Look is a virtual information session series.

1) Read more and check out their analyst opportunity.
 
2) Apply online by 11:59pm EST on October 19, 2014 for the divisions and locations that interest you using the code "GS15". Apply at 
www.goldmansachs.com/careers/. Please note the deadline is prior to our campus visit; all applications must be submitted prior to the information session detailed below.
 
3) Meet with us on campus. We will be holding an information session on Thursday, October 23, 2014 in Pamplin 1045 at 11:00am, with a networking event on Friday at Top of the Stairs. 
 
If you have any questions please reach out to 
[email protected]. We look forward to meeting you!

Best,
The Goldman Sachs Virginia Tech Recruiting Team
 

Interested in Working in New York City?

On Wednesday, October 1 at 5pm in Pamplin 1045 come learn from Pamplin faculty who have and want to help you...

 

Interested in Working for the Federal Government?

On Thursday, October 2 at 5pm in Pamplin 1045 come learn how you can separate yourself from the rest of the pack. Read more....

 

The Virginia Tech for Real Life Speaker Series

The Virginia Tech for Real Life speaker series is a program developed to help transition students to successful young alumni. Read more....  

 

On-Campus Interviews
The following companies will be conducting On-Campus Interviews during the week of 10/13 - 10/17.
Dell

Dell is looking for Brand Ambassadors for a paid skill building opportunity. Read more.... 

 

Career Exploration Workshop
Read more about the Career Exploration Workshop, Working With The U.S. Federal Government a Public Sector Experience From a Private Sector Perspective.

Wells Fargo
You're invited to apply to the Wells Fargo Securities Sophomore Diversity Summit. Read more....

Archives
If you missed a previous Pamplin Career Connect eNewsletter. Please visit the archives.

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Contact Us



Stuart Mease

Director of Undergraduate Career Services
1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA | 540.231.6602 or [email protected] 




Emily Africa

Diversity Recruiter and Career Advancement Coordinator
1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA | 540.231.6602 or





Sarah Messer
Office and Career Services Assistant

1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA |  540.231.6602 or

 

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