Pamplin College of Business
Career Connect




Sunday, December 6, 2015
 
Spring Recruiting Season
The fall recruiting season has passed, but spring recruiting season still awaits, so it's not too late to secure a position.  As we get closer to winter break, you will want to start creating a game plan for spring recruiting season.  How can you increase your chances of obtaining an internship or full-time job by the end of the academic year?

Here are some things to think about to start that process:

Ensure you have a strong resume.  If you did not receive first round interviews this fall, your resume could be the problem.  Perhaps a low GPA, lack of experience, poor format/design, grammatical errors, or lack of involvement/leadership activities.  Take advantage of resources to look over your resume. 

Take advantage of opportunities to speak with recruiters.  The more comfortable you become speaking about your experience with company representatives, the better you will perform during interviews.  Get experience by attending and participating in company days, information sessions, classroom presentations, Business Horizons on January 27th, and other events hosted by employers.

Cast a wider net of opportunities.  If you only spoke to a few companies or only certain companies this fall, be open to other opportunities in an industry that may not be your top choice.  Many companies visit campus.  Stay alert of new opportunities available to you to meet company recruiters (read Career Connect, check Hokies4Hire, tune into Career Podcasts).  Engage with a significantly larger amount this spring to increase your odds of obtaining interviews and job offers.

Research and prepare. Follow up with recruiters you meet by applying to opportunities.  Once you have received a first round interview, prepare by researching the company and position, conducting mock interviews, prepping scenarios for behavioral based questions, and preparing questions for your interviewer. Taking these steps will help you feel more comfortable during the interview process, increasing your chances for a second interview.

Do not get frustrated.  If you are getting final interviews with companies, but you still have not received offers, it's usually because another candidate is slightly a better fit for the position.  Do not give up, keep doing what you're doing, and eventually you will find the company and opportunity that is the right fit.
Career Connect Podcast: Thurs Dec 10th at 10am
Tune in LIVE from the comfort of your own home or study space by using the login instructions here. This is an opportunity for you to hear from multiple employers interested in hiring Pamplin students simply by logging in through your computer.

Tune in Thursday, December 10th at 10am EST to hear from representatives from Dominion, Textron Systems, and BKE.






If you weren't able to tune in live last week, listen to the recording
here to learn more about Kohl's, Tempus Consulting, and CliftonLarsonAllen.

*There will be a lag in the start of the podcast due to system buffering, please allow 1-2 minutes for this.

Alumni Spotlight: Katie Linder

 











Name: Katie Linder
Year Graduated: 2015
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Where are you working now? The Bozzuto Group at Halstead Square (Vienna, VA)
Job title/Job Responsibilities?  Sales and Marketing Associate

 

Click here to read Katie's job responsibilities and full Alumni Spotlight Interview. Find out what set her up for career success in Pamplin!

Hokies4Hire On-Campus Interviews
In order to request on-campus interviews for many employers , you must request an interview on Hokies4Hire. Please pay careful attention to application deadlines, and take action now. 

Click here for Virginia Tech's Career Services On-Campus Interview instructions for the Smith Career Center.

Click here for their On-Campus Interview dates and deadlines.
Company Days in the Pamplin Atrium
Company Days are when firms come to the Pamplin Atrium and setup booths for students to learn more about their employment opportunities. Firms will distribute food, swag and info about their company. This is a great opportunity to connect with recruiters in an informal way. Firms will typically be there from 10am-2pm each day. 
 
Be sure to stop by upcoming company tables the remainder of the semester for some refreshments in the midst of studying and finals preparation::
 
Wed  December 9:         GEICO
Tues December 15:        Carmax


  
Top 10 Carers for Accounting & Finance 
Check out the top 10 hottest careers for Accounting and Finance degree holders with a quote from our very own Stuart Mease, Executive Director for Student Advancement and Career Services. Read more.... 
Deloitte 
Deloitte is hosting their seventh annual Alternative Spring Break will be in Miami, FL March 6-11, 2016.  Read more.... 
John Marshall Bank  
John Marshall Bank has an immediate opening for two entry-level Credit Analysts located in Reston, VA.  Read more.... 
The Advisory Board Company
The Advisory Board Company has Sales and Marketing Associate career opportunities available.  Read more.... 
Roanoke Business Magazine 
Students interested in receiving academic credit for an internship with a regional business publication that could lead to full time opportunities may register for an independent study MKTG 4974 (CRN 16870). Student will be required to perform the tasks outlined here in addition to an academic assignment. There are a total of 6 opportunities - 2 content, 2 marketing and 2 sales. Stuart Mease will be the faculty member and to learn more email him at [email protected].  
The Human Rights Campaign
The Human Rights Campaign is now accepting internship applications for the Spring 2016 semester. HRC University offers a variety of internships where your students will be able to utilize the knowledge they've gained in their education so far in departments such as Gala EventsPride & Membership Events and more.  
McAdam Financially Advanced
McAdam Financially Advanced, a financial advisory and wealth management firm, in the D.C. Metro Area is actively searching for those interested in a financial advisor/wealth manager position. Click here for a job description and contact DeAnndra Williams at  [email protected] with your resume to apply. 
Hanesbrands, Inc.
Hanesbrands, Inc. has a Global Applications Associate Technical Analyst career opportunity available.  Read more.... 
Textron Systems
Textron Systems has a Associate Accountant career opportunity in Hunt Valley, MD.  Read more....
Deloitte
Deloitte offers 1on1 sessions for those who are interested in areas of Consulting or in Advisory, Audit and Tax.  Click on this link to sign up for a D1on1 session to have an individual conversation with a practitioner in that area. 
K2M, Inc. 
K2M, Inc. is looking to hire another interns this summer in a wide variety of departments at their headquarters in Leesburg, VA. Read more.... 
BerkleyNet 
BerkleyNet has a Actuarial Internship and a Data Analyst career opportunity available. Click on the corresponding links to learn more:
Universum 2015 Student Survey
Do you know where your career will take you in the near future? Do you know what goes into certain companies recruiting here on campus? Thanks to Universum's work, the gap between employers and university students is closing. The Universum Student Survey takes your responses and uses them to provide you with an in-depth review of who you are as an applicant, suggesting employers and industries you may not otherwise have considered. This powerful tool will give you an edge in the job search process. The best part? It's free and only takes about 15 minutes!

Make sure to take the 2015 Student Survey in order to let your opinions be heard! 
https://career-test.com/s/vatech

Brought to you by
Virginia Tech Pamplin Career Services in partnership with Universum.
Benchmark Benefits 
Benchmark Benefits has an internship opportunity for marketing students available working mainly at the Corporate Research Center. Read more....
Hooked Deals 
Hooked Deals is looking to expand to YOUR school and need motivated students like YOU to join our marketing team! Read more about their paid marketing internship. 
Capital Group 
Capital Group will be providing a one-day Externship for students local to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach office January 6. Read more.... 
Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer, P.C. 
Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer, P.C. will be holding an open house in Norfolk, VA on December 22nd. Read more.... 
Career Connect Podcast Archive
Students, please listen below for a second chance to hear from employers that were featured in previous Podcasts:
*The audio will take a few minutes to buffer on your systems.  Once this has completed, you will be able to move through the audio at your own pace.
Understanding, Navigating and Connecting to the Job Market
If you are struggling to find a job or internship at this point in the year, it may be time to try and understand and navigate the job market. Below are videos and fill-in-the-blank outlines to help you better understand why each concept is important.
Understanding the Job Market 
Understanding the Job Market
 
Navigating the Job Market 
Navigating the Job Market
 
Connecting to the Job Market
Connecting to the Job Market
 
Pamplin Student Organizations 
Click here for the Pamplin Student Organization list for 2015.
Archives
If you missed a previous Pamplin Career Connect eNewsletter.  Please visit the archives. 
In This Issue
Company Days
Top 10 Carers for Accounting & Finance
Deloitte Alternative Spring Break
John Marshall Bank
Advisory Board Company
Roanoke Business Magazine
The Human Rights Campaign
McAdam Financially Advanced
Hanesbrands, Inc.
Textron Systems
Deloitte
K2M, Inc.
BerkleyNet
Universum 2015 Student Survey
Benchmark Benefits
Hooked Deals
Capital Group
Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer, P.C.
Understanding, Navigating and Connecting to the Job Market
Pamplin Student Organizations
Archives
Contact Us
Contact Us
Jennifer Carty
Associate Director of Career Services and Employer Relations 
Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business
1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA
540.231.6602 




Sarah Messer
Administrative Assistant for Career Advancement & Employer Relations
1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA
540.231.6602







Stuart Mease
Executive Director for Student Advancement and Career Services
Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business
1046 Pamplin Hall, Blacksburg, VA
540.231.6602