Answer your call. Realize your ministry goals. Come hear about graduate studies in theology. The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity offers graduate programs in theology, pastoral ministry and religious education.
To find out more, be sure to come to the information session on Monday, February 20 at 3:30 pm in Toner Room B.
The Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity is an affiliate of the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. For more information, visit www.saintpaulseminary.org or e-mail gradtheology@stthomas.edu.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
MN Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair Coming Soon!
MN Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair
Tuesday, February 21, 9:00 -3:00 p.m.
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
This fair is one of MN largest fairs sponsored by the 17 private colleges and universities in MN. Employers from 125 local, regional, and national business, industry, and government agencies are available to meet prospective candidates. Register in Career Services by February 17. Cost is $14.00. Check out www.mnpcfair.org for more information.
Tuesday, February 21, 9:00 -3:00 p.m.
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
This fair is one of MN largest fairs sponsored by the 17 private colleges and universities in MN. Employers from 125 local, regional, and national business, industry, and government agencies are available to meet prospective candidates. Register in Career Services by February 17. Cost is $14.00. Check out www.mnpcfair.org for more information.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
The Career News - Current Issue
The new issue of Career News is available! Topics include Finding a Job Faster, How to Optimize your Job Search Results, and Volunteer to Boost Job Search Efforts,
Check it out here: The Career News - Current Issue
Check it out here: The Career News - Current Issue
Thursday, July 28, 2011
New Career Services and Internship Office website coming soon!
Soon you be able to experience our new and improved office website. Look for the new website to roll out later this fall!
www.smumn.edu/careerservices
www.smumn.edu/careerservices
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
SMU's Career Development Timeline
Freshman - Exploring Self
Goal: Identify and clarify your interests, abilities & values; establish relationships with faculty, advisors and others on campus that will assist you.
Activities:
~ Get involved with campus organizations.
~ Discuss possible major programs with your faculty advisor.
~ Use your General Education requirements to explore a variety of subject areas.
~ Take the Kiersey Temperament Sorter and/or Self Directed Search self-assessment inventories.
~ Use the on-line FOCUS Career Planning System.
~ Take Career Exploration (PD101).
Sophomore - Exploring Careers
Goal: Explore and determine major choice and consider potential career options.
Activities:
~ Participate in a field exploration experience.
~ Utilize FOCUS, written and on-line resources to research occupations.
~ Interview and/or job shadow professionals working in the occupation(s) you are considering.
~ Continue exploring a variety of subject areas.
~ Take Career Exploration (PD101).
Junior - Experiencing Choices
Goals: Obtain experience in your potential career choice; carry out course selection in major.
Activities:
~ Participate in an internship, part-time job, summer job, work study job or volunteer to get experience in a career of interest.
~ Take the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, or other required entrance exam if you are considering graduate school.
~ Take Job Search Strategies (PD201).
Senior - Post Graduation Planning
Goal: Finalize career choice for post-graduation and transition from student to employee or graduate student.
Activities:
~ Start your job search 6-9 months before you graduate.
~ Attend job fairs in Minneapolis, Chicago, or other locations.
~ Research potential employers.
~ Check the Cardinal Job & Internship link and job listings on the Career Services web site regularly at: www.smumn.edu/careerservices.
~ Apply to graduate schools.
~ Take Job Search Strategies (PD201).
Goal: Identify and clarify your interests, abilities & values; establish relationships with faculty, advisors and others on campus that will assist you.
Activities:
~ Get involved with campus organizations.
~ Discuss possible major programs with your faculty advisor.
~ Use your General Education requirements to explore a variety of subject areas.
~ Take the Kiersey Temperament Sorter and/or Self Directed Search self-assessment inventories.
~ Use the on-line FOCUS Career Planning System.
~ Take Career Exploration (PD101).
Sophomore - Exploring Careers
Goal: Explore and determine major choice and consider potential career options.
Activities:
~ Participate in a field exploration experience.
~ Utilize FOCUS, written and on-line resources to research occupations.
~ Interview and/or job shadow professionals working in the occupation(s) you are considering.
~ Continue exploring a variety of subject areas.
~ Take Career Exploration (PD101).
Junior - Experiencing Choices
Goals: Obtain experience in your potential career choice; carry out course selection in major.
Activities:
~ Participate in an internship, part-time job, summer job, work study job or volunteer to get experience in a career of interest.
~ Take the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, or other required entrance exam if you are considering graduate school.
~ Take Job Search Strategies (PD201).
Senior - Post Graduation Planning
Goal: Finalize career choice for post-graduation and transition from student to employee or graduate student.
Activities:
~ Start your job search 6-9 months before you graduate.
~ Attend job fairs in Minneapolis, Chicago, or other locations.
~ Research potential employers.
~ Check the Cardinal Job & Internship link and job listings on the Career Services web site regularly at: www.smumn.edu/careerservices.
~ Apply to graduate schools.
~ Take Job Search Strategies (PD201).
Thursday, March 24, 2011
10 Cover Letter Don'ts
10 Cover Letter Don'ts
By Kim Isaacs, Monster Resume Expert
Your cover letter is the first thing employers see when they open your materials. Avoid these 10 mistakes, and make your first impression a good and lasting one.
Mistake No. 1: Overusing 'I'
Your cover letter is not your autobiography. The focus should be on how you meet an employer's needs, not on your life story. Avoid the perception of being self-centered by minimizing your use of the word "I," especially at the beginning of your sentences.
Mistake No. 2: Using a Weak Opening
When writing a cover letter, job seekers frequently struggle with how to begin. This often results in a feeble introduction lacking punch and failing to grab the reader's interest. Consider this example:
Weak: Please consider me for your sales representative opening.
Better: Your need for a top-performing sales representative is an excellent match to my three-year history as a #1-ranked, multimillion-dollar producer.
Mistake No. 3: Omitting Your Top Selling Points
A cover letter is a sales letter that sells you as a candidate. Just like the resume, it should be compelling and give the main reasons you should be called for an interview. Winning cover letter tips include emphasizing your top accomplishments or creating subheadings culled from the job posting. For example:
Your Ad Specifies: Communication skills
I Offer: Five years of public speaking experience and an extensive background in executive-level report.
Your Ad Specifies: The need for a strong computer background.
I Offer: Proficiency in all MS Office applications with additional expertise in Web site development and design.
Mistake No. 4: Making It Too Long
If your cover letter exceeds one page, you may be putting readers to sleep. A great cover letter is concise but compelling, and respects the reader's time.
Mistake No. 5: Repeating Your Resume Word for Word
Your cover letter shouldn't regurgitate what's on your resume. Reword your cover letter statements to avoid dulling your resume's impact. Consider using the letter to tell a brief story, such as "My Toughest Sale" or "My Biggest Technical Challenge."
Mistake No. 6: Being Vague
If you're replying to an advertised opening, reference the specific job title in your cover letter. The person reading your letter may be reviewing hundreds of letters for dozens of different jobs. Make sure all the content in your letter supports how you will meet the employer's specific needs.
Mistake No. 7: Forgetting to Customize
If you're applying to a number of similar positions, chances are you're tweaking one letter and using it for multiple openings. That's fine, as long as you customize each letter. Don't forget to update the company, job and contact information -- if Mr. Jones is addressed as Mrs. Smith, he won't be impressed.
Mistake No. 8: Ending on a Passive Note
When possible, put your future in your own hands with a promise to follow up. Instead of asking readers to call you, try a statement like this: I will follow up with you in a few days to answer any preliminary questions you may have. In the meantime, you may reach me at (555) 555-5555.
Mistake No. 9: Being Rude
Your cover letter should thank the reader for his time and consideration.
Mistake No. 10: Forgetting to Sign the Letter
It is proper business etiquette (and shows attention to detail) to sign your letter. However, if you are sending your cover letter and resume via email or the Web, a signature isn't necessary.
By Kim Isaacs, Monster Resume Expert
Your cover letter is the first thing employers see when they open your materials. Avoid these 10 mistakes, and make your first impression a good and lasting one.
Mistake No. 1: Overusing 'I'
Your cover letter is not your autobiography. The focus should be on how you meet an employer's needs, not on your life story. Avoid the perception of being self-centered by minimizing your use of the word "I," especially at the beginning of your sentences.
Mistake No. 2: Using a Weak Opening
When writing a cover letter, job seekers frequently struggle with how to begin. This often results in a feeble introduction lacking punch and failing to grab the reader's interest. Consider this example:
Weak: Please consider me for your sales representative opening.
Better: Your need for a top-performing sales representative is an excellent match to my three-year history as a #1-ranked, multimillion-dollar producer.
Mistake No. 3: Omitting Your Top Selling Points
A cover letter is a sales letter that sells you as a candidate. Just like the resume, it should be compelling and give the main reasons you should be called for an interview. Winning cover letter tips include emphasizing your top accomplishments or creating subheadings culled from the job posting. For example:
Your Ad Specifies: Communication skills
I Offer: Five years of public speaking experience and an extensive background in executive-level report.
Your Ad Specifies: The need for a strong computer background.
I Offer: Proficiency in all MS Office applications with additional expertise in Web site development and design.
Mistake No. 4: Making It Too Long
If your cover letter exceeds one page, you may be putting readers to sleep. A great cover letter is concise but compelling, and respects the reader's time.
Mistake No. 5: Repeating Your Resume Word for Word
Your cover letter shouldn't regurgitate what's on your resume. Reword your cover letter statements to avoid dulling your resume's impact. Consider using the letter to tell a brief story, such as "My Toughest Sale" or "My Biggest Technical Challenge."
Mistake No. 6: Being Vague
If you're replying to an advertised opening, reference the specific job title in your cover letter. The person reading your letter may be reviewing hundreds of letters for dozens of different jobs. Make sure all the content in your letter supports how you will meet the employer's specific needs.
Mistake No. 7: Forgetting to Customize
If you're applying to a number of similar positions, chances are you're tweaking one letter and using it for multiple openings. That's fine, as long as you customize each letter. Don't forget to update the company, job and contact information -- if Mr. Jones is addressed as Mrs. Smith, he won't be impressed.
Mistake No. 8: Ending on a Passive Note
When possible, put your future in your own hands with a promise to follow up. Instead of asking readers to call you, try a statement like this: I will follow up with you in a few days to answer any preliminary questions you may have. In the meantime, you may reach me at (555) 555-5555.
Mistake No. 9: Being Rude
Your cover letter should thank the reader for his time and consideration.
Mistake No. 10: Forgetting to Sign the Letter
It is proper business etiquette (and shows attention to detail) to sign your letter. However, if you are sending your cover letter and resume via email or the Web, a signature isn't necessary.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Minnesota Education Job Fair Coming Soon!
Monday, April 11, 2011
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (employer booths open)
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (interviews scheduled)
Minneapolis Convention Center
In order to be eligible to participate in this event, you must be a current student or graduate of a Minnesota college or university and be certified to teach on or before December 2011. Pre-registration with Career Services and Internships is required before April 8, 2011. This is a one-day event and students should plan to attend the entire day to visit with school district representatives, interview and attend group information sessions.
For more information and to see a list of employers please visit www.mcucsa.org/mnedfair
Register for the Minnesota Education Job Fair at http://forms.smumn.edu/sitepages/pid4070.php
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (employer booths open)
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (interviews scheduled)
Minneapolis Convention Center
In order to be eligible to participate in this event, you must be a current student or graduate of a Minnesota college or university and be certified to teach on or before December 2011. Pre-registration with Career Services and Internships is required before April 8, 2011. This is a one-day event and students should plan to attend the entire day to visit with school district representatives, interview and attend group information sessions.
For more information and to see a list of employers please visit www.mcucsa.org/mnedfair
Register for the Minnesota Education Job Fair at http://forms.smumn.edu/sitepages/pid4070.php
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