11.25.2008

Upcoming Events

Beyond the Gates: Preparing for Life and Work After Sewanee-(C'09 & C'10), January 9-10, 2009. Sign up on TigerNet by 12/1 and follow the application requirements right away. Juniors and seniors return to campus two days early from winter break to meet with alumni and parents. Meet professionals from fields such as finance, education, marketing, law, philanthropy, non-profits, government, medicine...and many more! Receive tips and practice with interviewing, resume readiness, networking skills, business etiquette, and career & industry advice. By December 1st, your RESUME must be uploaded on TigerNet, and your PROFILE updated to reflect 3 or less career interests.

11.13.2008

Events: December 8-12

Bank of America: Finance Intern Program-C'10
Submit resumes to TigerNet by December 8th to be reviewed by Sewanee alumni currently working at BoA. They will prep you for the actual application process.
This summer internship is designed to deliver a best in class internship opportunity for finance interns through experiential learning, training, and networking opportunities. The Finance Intern Program is designed to give associates the necessary experiences and exposure to determine their level of interest in the Finance Management Associate Program while maximizing their contributions to Bank of America. Summer job in Charlotte, NC.

Sophomore Coffee Break-December 11th from 8-10 pm, McGriff Alumni House

Events: November 17-20

MCAT Class Registration for January's Princeton Review Course-(C'09, C'10)
Deadline to pre-register: Monday, November 17th on TigerNet.

10.14.2008

Events: Week of October 27-31

Teach for America (C'09 & C'10)-Thursday, October 30th @ Stirlings, all day
Stop by to meet the Teach for America recruiter. For an assigned appointment slot contact Marcela.Camargo@teachforamerica.org.

Bank of America-Finance Intern Program (C'10 & C'11)-Friday, October 31st @McClurg, 12:15-1:00 pm, Questions & Answer session. Drop by to meet Douglas Watters, David Scavone, C'07 and Lauren Willett, C'07. For more information: http://careers.bankofamerica.com/learnmore/ip_cf.asp.

10.01.2008

Events: Week of Nov. 1st-7th

The Aiken Taylor Internship at the Sewanee Review (C'09)-Application Deadline November 1st on TigerNet.

Mercer Capital Management-Financial Analyst (C'09 only) Tuesday, Nov. 4th
Alumnus Patrick Lynch, C'05 will be on campus to interview qualified seniors. To be considered you must download your resume to the Mercer posting on TigerNet by Wednesday, Oct. 15th.

Interested in Teaching or Education-related jobs? (C'09 & C'10)
Southern Teachers Agency: November 3rd
Carney, Sandoe Associates: November 5th
Sign up for an interview slot by submitting your resume to their job postings on TigerNet.

Regions Bank-Mangement Associate Program-Nov. 6th, interviews (C'09 only)
Upload your resume to TigerNet in order to be eligible for an interview with Stacy Burgess, the Regions MAP recruiter.

Events: Week of Oct. 20-24th

Student-Alumni Homecoming Networking Luncheon, Friday, 10/24 @ noon, BC Hearth Room
Deadline to register, Monday, 10/20-Sign up on TigerNet.
Join us for the 5th Annual luncheon that brings together returning alumni from a variety of career backgrounds with students for an hour of very informative conversation. You'll meet alumni from across the country and from many industries and have the chance to ask them questions, build relationships and possibly get networking assistance and advice for your future internship or job search.

Events: Week of Oct. 6th-10th

Peace Corps, Tuesday, October 7th @ Career Services Office, 1:30-4:30 pm
Sign up on TigerNet for a 20 minute appt.
4:30-6:30 pm @ Stirlings-drop by and chat with the recruiter.

Events: Week of Sept. 29th-Oct. 3rd

Teach for America (C'09 only) Thursday, October 2nd @ Stirlings, all day
Stop by to meet the Teach for America recruiter. For an assigned appointment slot contact Marcela.Camargo@teachforamerica.org.

It's time to Sign Up! Beyond the Gates: Preparing for Life and Work After Sewanee January 9-10, 2009
Juniors and Seniors return to campus two days early from winter break to meet with alumni and parents. Receive tips and practice with interviewing, resume readiness, networking skills, business etiquette, and career & industry advice. This is our most popular event, and spaces will fill early, so sign up on TigerNet and follow the application requirements righ away.

9.15.2008

Events: Week of Sept. 15-19

Vanderbilt's Masters in Accountancy (MAcc) and MS Finance Programs
Dinner and info session for Juniors and Seniors
Tuesday, September 16, dinner and conversation from 6:00-7:00 pm @ McGriff Alumni House
National polls show that Accountants are among the most highly-sought graduates; come hear alumna Amelia Nennsteil talk about her great experience with this program. Dinner by Jayne and Natural Bridge Catering; prior reservation required (deadline was 9.14.08)
Learn more about the program here.


Gaining Admission to Graduate & Professional Schools
Lecture and advice by noted author and nation-wide speaker, Don Asher
Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 pm @ Gailor Auditorium
No registration necessary. Get your questions answered by a top authority on the grad school process.

Biehl International Research Internship Fund-Social Science Research Abroad
Friday, Sept 19, 4:30-6:00 pm @ The EQB House
Come to hear eight Sewanee students present their summer research results and travel experiences. Please join the students for a reception immediately following the presentations.

Looking ahead to next week....
Sewanee's Graduate & Professional School Fair
Monday, Sept 22, 11:30-1:30 @ the Quad
Check www.sewanee.edu/careerservices for a list of schools and professional programs who will attend.

9.04.2008

Events: Week of Sept. 8-12

DEADLINE: Register for Fall Break Career Networking Excursions by Sept. 8th
Excursions to Charlotte, New York and Washington, DC....or create an individual excursion
October 16-17
Is one of these cities a possible career destination for you this summer or following graduation? Join other Sewanee students and Career Services staff on a networking trip to meet alumni. We will prepare you for interviews, business attire, arranging connections and creating a professional resume and business cards.

8.28.2008

Events: Week of Sept. 1-5

Beyond the Gates: Exploring Careers in Banking, Finance & Consulting
Friday, September 5, 2008 @ EQB, Gailor & McGriff
11 a.m. Mock Case Interview Workshop, Gailor Auditorium
Noon Networking Luncheon, EQB Building (reservations required; register on TigerNet)
1:15 p.m. Panel Discussions on various sectors within these industries, Gailor Auditorium
4:00 p.m. Mock Interview Opportunities (participants will be notified of interview matches on 9.2.08)
5:45 p.m. Networking Reception, McGriff Alumni House

Alumni from Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, New York and Washington, DC will be on campus to help juniors and seniors get prepared for their job/internship search and interviews in banking, finance & consulting.

The participants are from Barclays Global Investors, Blue River Investment Partners, The Boston Consulting Group, Cambridge Associates, Colonial Properties Trust, Gray Ghost Fund, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Reicon Capital, Southfield Capital, and TPG Capital (formerly with McKinsey).

Register on TigerNet by Monday, September 1.

DEADLINE: Register for the Princeton Review's LSAT Class by Sept. 1st
Either call 615.329.2900 or visit www.princetonreview.com. Classes begin in Sewanee on Sept. 6th and conclude prior to the Oct. 4th LSAT.

Events: Week of August 25-29

Senior Workshops
Thursday, August 28 @ 7:30 p.m. OR Friday, August 29 @ 1 p.m.
DuPont G26 / Screening Room


Recognize that many fellowship deadlines are early first semester, that some industries begin interviewing right away and that you need to focus on grad school now if you plan to attend next fall.

This workshop will help you focus on the year ahead so you can make the most of all of your opportunities and sort through your options and your timetable.
Just one hour! Prizes! Refreshments!

7.16.2008

Talk to us!

When classes begin, students will have the ability to chat with a member of the Career Services staff during Drop-In Hours. Think of it as a chance to ask those quick questions you don't need an entire appointment to cover! Talk to you soon!