Friday, August 31, 2018
College Colors Day
The Academic and Career Coaching team celebrated National College Colors Day by sporting UNC Charlotte gear and attire from their Alma Maters. Undergraduate schools attended ranged from small to large, in state and out of state, and private and public institutions. Degrees were awarded in many areas including business, communications, and psychology. Schools represented included: Ohio State University, Knox College, UNC Charlotte, Illinois State University, UNC Chapel Hill, Roanoke College, University of South Carolina, and SUNY Brockport. All Academic and Career Coaches have graduate degrees too! Those schools included: North Carolina State University, Illinois State University, Clemson University, University of South Carolina, and University of Rochester. Learn more about the ACC team by visiting our webpage. We hope you enjoy opening weekend for college football. Go Niners!
Thursday, August 30, 2018
Five Things To Do This Month If You Want a Job Someday
September is here and many employers start looking for future summer interns and full-time hires this month. Are you ready? Read on for five things you can do this month to be ready for future employment opportunities, whether you’re graduating in three months or three (or more) years.
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1. Update your resume.
It’s time to dust off your resume and make sure it has all your most recent accomplishments and activities included. Use a clear, organized format that showcases evidence of your skills and achievements. For more guidance, review these tips. You can have your resume reviewed at the University Career Center during drop-in hours.
Photo: Andrew Neel
2. Research industries and employers that interest you.
Assess the kind of industry and organizations that would be a good fit for your skills and interests. Some ways to gather this kind of information:
- Explore industry guides and “day-in-the-life” testimonials from business professionals on the Vault website (log-in with your NinerNet credentials)
- Use the Belk College Alumni Advisor Network to schedule online, virtual “meetings” with alumni and other professionals. You can ask what their day-to-day work is like and advice they have for you as you begin your career or make a career change.
- Talk to students who have had internships to see what their experience was like.
- Ask faculty about their work experiences in the industry or alumni they know who are employed in the field.
- Speak with your academic and career coach or an advisor in University Career Center about career paths and industries that might be a good fit for you.
- Read employer reviews on sites like LinkedIn and Glassdoor
3. Get your professional attire ready.
For most business fields, you’ll need a suit for interviews. You don’t need to spend a lot of money - check out low-cost retailers, thrift shops, or secondhand stores if you’re on a budget. Think about obtaining this kind of attire ahead of time so you’re not stressing the night before an interview. Learn more about professional dress.
4. Create or update your Hire-A-Niner profile.
Hire-A-Niner (HAN) not only has tons of internship, part-time and full-time job postings, but also access to other career tools and online resources. Update your profile and upload your resume so employers can see your information and you have full access to postings and resources. If you're creating an account for the first time your resume will need to be reviewed and approved by University Career Center staff before your account is ready to use. This can take a few days so plan accordingly.
5. Prepare for and attend the campus career fair on September 21.
The campus-wide fall career fair will be held Friday, September 21 from 10:00-2:00 in the Student Activity Center. A list of participating employers can be found in Hire-A-Niner. Create a short, targeted list of employers that interest you most. Look at the internships and jobs they have posted on HAN. Brainstorm how your skills might be a good fit for those positions and figure out how you’re going to introduce yourself. Prepare thoughtful questions to ask employers. If you want more career fair preparation tips, attend the Niblock Student Center Lunch and Learn, "Career Fair Ready" on September 18! (Register here.)
After attending, be sure to follow-up with employers and apply for any jobs or internships on Hire-A-Niner that interest you.
While September may seem a little early to be thinking about an internship for spring or summer or a full-time job after May graduation, many large employers start their hiring processes this month. Start early for maximum employment and networking opportunities!
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Spring Break Study Abroad- Open Now!
Study Abroad over Spring Break
Study Abroad on a faculty-led trip over spring break 2019 and receive course credit!
The Belk College of Business is offering two study abroad trips:
General Information
- Credit will be granted for coursework and travel and will be issued by UNC Charlotte
- The international experience supplements the applicable UNC Charlotte course and students must complete all requirements for both the class and the travel component
- All participants will receive UNC Charlotte academic credit for this program – it is not possible to audit the course(s) or participate in a non-credit seeking capacity
- This program only offers credit for the course(s) described in the next section – participants may receive credit for these pre-approved offerings only
- Students will receive A-F grades for all courses taken abroad
- All grades from abroad will count towards students' cumulative GPA
- Students must be present for all required program activities, including any class sessions held before or after the travel component
Please review additional academic eligibility requirements, information about grades, registration, and academic policies on the Academic Credit page of the OEA website.
Which UNC Charlotte Course Credit Will I Receive?
MKTG 3000: Topics in Marketing: Global Marketing Practicum: Panama and Colombia (3 credit hours)
This course will emphasize culture and its impact on marketing, global logistics, and changing distribution formats, sustainability, and global competition. Elements of the marketing environment, including culture, social, legal, political, geography, and technology, will all be explored. The benefit of the travel component is to be able to address these topics in two countries, Panama and Colombia, both in geographical proximity to the United States. These are emerging markets, trading partners, and vacation destinations for those seeking an ecologically low impact experience all which make them important to North Carolina.
Pre-Requisites: Completion of MKTG 3110 with a C or above, or permission of department if MKTG 3110 not taken yet
ECON 3090: Topics in Economics: Economics of Poverty: Panama/Colombia Edition (3 credit hours)
This course will explore the economic conditions in Panama and Colombia, including topics such as income distribution, poverty rates, GDP, growth, and primary industries, as well as government poverty alleviation programs and their effect on poverty and economic conditions in Central and South America. Students will be introduced to the structural and systemic issues and related government programs prior to travel. Coursework will include readings, a daily journal reflecting the student's personal observations and experiences on planned site visits, participation and a final paper on a topic chosen from the experience abroad. Please note: Students that have already received credit for Economics of Poverty: The Morocco/Portugal Edition ARE eligible to register for this course for economics elective credit.
Pre-Requisites: None
For application deadlines, eligibility and costs, please visit: Faculty-led programs.
Monday, August 27, 2018
Paid Business Internships and Scholarships for Students Interested in the Floral Industry
The American Floral Endowment offers paid internships in a variety of locations for students in:
- Management
- Information technology
- Marketing/communications
- Accounting
- Sales
- Logistics
- Graphic design
- Human Resources
- Analytics
- And more!
Learn more at endowment.org/biz. Application deadline is October 1!
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