September 19, 2008 Newsletter
Using the NEW Knightlink
- All students can now use KnightLink for FREE!
- Your resume must be approved by the Career Center prior to uploading it to your account. Drop off a hard copy at the front desk in the Career Center for approval.
- Remember to update your KnightLink profile and resume every semester to ensure employers receive your current information.
- You must fill out your KnightLink profile before being able to view events and complete searches.
Having trouble logging in to Knightlink?
- Your KnightLink user name is your full Clarkson email address (xxxxx@clarkson.edu)
- Passwords were emailed to each student the week of June 23rd
- If you don’t remember your password, click on “Forgot Password” button at login to have your password emailed to you- once you log in you can change your password.
- If you are still experiencing difficulties, contact the Career Center at 268-6477.
Students are needed to host information sessions!
Great networking opportunity!
Hosting information sessions is a great way to meet employers- check the schedule of upcoming info sessions below or on Knightlink to find companies that interest you. To sign up to host an information session, please contact the Career Center at 268-6477.
Helpful career planning resource for students of all disciplines:
Visit http://www.clarkson.edu/career/handouts_and_forms.html for links to information on resume writing, graduate school, networking, the interview process and more!
Information Sessions
Farm Credit- Northeast Monday 9/22 6:30 PM, Snell 129
Texas Instruments, Inc. Tuesday 9/23 7:00 PM, Location TBA
Internships and Co-op opportunities posted on KnightLink
- To find internships and co-ops that you qualify for, log into KnightLink and click on “Jobs and Internships” tab at the top of the main page- select the “Opportunities posted for Clarkson Students/Alumni” option.
- From this page, you can search for only jobs that you qualify for based on your profile. (Remember to keep your profile updated!)
Information Sessions
Farm Credit- Northeast
Monday 9/22 6:30 PM, Snell 129
Texas Instruments, Inc.
Tuesday 9/23 7:00 PM, Location TBA
Career Expos and Events
Women for Hire
Boston: September 23
Philadelphia: September 25
Washington, DC: October 2
Chicago: October 7
Atlanta: October 14
Dallas: October 16
Minneapolis: October 21
Tampa: October 29
New York: November 11
Los Angeles: November 20
Visit www.womenforhire.com for more information about this amazing opportunity!
L’Oreal Brainstorm NYC Weekend
Date: November 14-16
Location: Downtown NYC
L’Oréal will select students who are currently in their junior year of studies to participate in the L’Oréal Brandstorm NYC Weekend. Students should have an interest in pursuing a career in marketing and brand management or finance. This is a great chance to learn how the best in the business create the world’s leading brands! Free transportation and accommodations!
Visit www.lorealusa.com to register for this event before midnight on Sunday, October 5th
GeneratioNext Advertising Industry Diversity Job Fair and Leadership Conference
Date: Monday, September 22, 2008
Location: The Times Center:
All undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education students and qualified job seekers are welcome to attend, however, this FREE event specifically targets underrepresented groups (including minority ethnic groups, female, and GLBT).
Visit http://www.bdionline.com/gndiversity
Internship Opportunities
Koch Associate Program Internship
The Koch Associate Program Internship is a selective, paid, one year internship for individuals interested in a career in the non-profit sector. This program is seeking students in program management, marketing, public relations and legal reform (among other areas!)
Please visit www.cgkfoundation.org for additional information and to apply.