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Greetings!
Here's wishing you a terrific end of the fall semester and a restful holiday break!
You are receiving this newsletter as a result of your logging into BuffJobs, the free resume and jobs database offered through the office of Career & Counseling Services at West Texas A&M University. If you are not seeing graphics in the space below the date (above) please add us to your 'safe senders' list and/or choose to "unblock content" at the request of your email program.
We produce and distribute these newsletters to ensure that you are aware of and taking full advantage of the many services our office provides. Read through this edition to get a glimpse of upcoming activities and events as well as day-to-day services available to you as a WTAMU student or alumnus registered with the Career & Counseling Services office.
Contact our office if we can assist you in ANY way in your job search or on a career-related matter.
Good luck and call or come by at your convenience,
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10 Interview BLOOPERS to Avoid
You've heard about the horrors of interviewing and how important it is to make a fantastic impression. With fewer in-person interview opportunities it is essential that you make the best possible first impression.
 Avoid these top 10 worst interview blunders as reported on quintessentialcareers.com (a great resource for job seekers, BTW!) Follow the link at the end of the list for more information on each of these top 10 mistakes!
1. Poor handshake
2. Talking too much
3. Talking negatively about current or past employers/managers
4. Showing up late or too early 5. Treating the receptionist rudely 6. Asking about benefits, vacation time or salary 7. Not preparing for the interview 8. Verbal ticks 9. Not enough/too much eye contact 10. Failure to match communication styles How to avoid these mistakes? PREPARE and PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE Learn how to prepare by reading
the article in full and visiting our
online interviewing workshop. Practice by doing a
MOCK INTERVIEW in our office with a real employer. Call now to schedule! |
GRADUATE SPOTLIGHT
J.P. Wieck
May 2007 Accounting Graduate
 What is your job title? I am an accountant How did you find this job? When I was in college, I looked at possible internships through the WT database, I think there were 2 or 3 at the time. I applied for one and didn't get it so I applied for another one that I liked that had a good starting hourly rate so I applied and interviewed and was chosen.
I didn't start looking for a full time job right after college because I had plans to visit Europe and travel a bit. I'd worked summers in Alaska and saved up money so a friend and I went to Europe for a few months. When I got back, I stopped in to say hi to the company I'd internshipped with and we began to talk about me working full time for them.
How is your job going so far? Right now, I'm working part time because I am studying for the CPA. I've passed 2 of the 4 tests. I'm helping mostly with tax return preparation such as individual, corporate, partnerships, estates, and non-profits. I'm also learning a little bit about auditing. There's a lot to learn, but the people I work for are very patient and helpful.
What services did you use at Career & Counseling services? I used the resume workshop, I checked out the part time jobs, and I participated in the internship program.
Is there anything you would have done differently at WT? I probably would not have gone to college right out of high school. I think if I had waited, I would have grown up a little before I came to college.
Also, if you wait to go to college, you will probably be doing some pretty crummy jobs to get by. When I went to Alaska and worked in a fish factory, it made me realize how many other jobs I could do with a college education. Sometimes it doesn't even matter what the degree is. Some companies just want someone with any degree.
Do you have any advice for other students? Don't get C's and D's. You don't have to get all A's in everything, but with a pretty good effort, you should be able to get B's. |
Procter & Gamble Virtual Job Fair for INTERNSHIPS
Procter & Gamble, maker of a
myriad of consumer products such as Pantene, Pringles, Febreze, Tide,  Duracell and Charmin, is hosting a virtual career fair and has invited WTAMU sophomores and juniors to participate. The Virtual Career Fair is planned for January 14, 2009.
You may be any major, and can connect from any place that has Internet Explorer including our office. They are seeking diverse students who value leadership, integrity, ownership, trust, and have a passion for winning.
Why is this virtual event unique?
- You'll get to meet P&G recruiting leaders from the comfort of your own home
- Gain knowledge about P&G beyond what you would receive from an on-campus career fair
- Connect from any place that has access to windows explorer
- Business attire is not necessary & there's no cost to you
- All typed dialogue will be in real time, such as instant messages, so you will not encounter lag time between posts.
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Landing Your Very First Job
from Careerbuilder.com
Starting your first job search is exciting, intimidating and, above all, confusing. You've undoubtedly received plenty of career-related advice from parents, friends and others. One person may encourage you to pursue an administrative position with a large, well-known firm since having a recognized name on your resume may serve you well in the future.
Someone else may feel it's best for you to apply for jobs with small companies because you could quickly advance your career. Confused about which fork in the road to take? Here's some advice that's virtually guaranteed to point you in the right direction:
Leave your parents at home. While you are wise to pick their brains on occasion, you should not rely on them solely or too heavily. Remember that you run this show!
Don't focus on 'perfection.' While we all want to land the "perfect" job -- with the great salary and a corner office, that doesn't typically happen for your first job. Remember to evaluate the entire compensation package!
Stay true to your school. Folks you've met at WT can be very beneficial to you in your job search. Consider using the Career Services office, joining the Alumni Association and keeping in touch with faculty for a leg up in your job search.
Make friends. Be sure that everyone you know knows that you are looking for a job. It's likely that someone can point you toward a firm that's hiring, has been employed by a company you would like to work for or can pass along the contact information of a helpful recruiter.
Remember, honesty is the best policy. Don't even think about exaggerating your experience or padding your resume. Background and reference checks are common today. Misstating experience will likely come back to hurt you! Tailor your resume and cover letter to target each job you seek.
Above all, remember that finding a new job can take weeks or even months. Try not to become discouraged. Take a smart, careful approach to your job search, and you will land your first position before you know it.
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We are continually working with employers seeking new employees. Be sure that the information both on your resume and in your BuffJobs registration are up-to-date.
It is impossible to contact you if we don't have your current phone number and valid email address.
If you need help logging in to BuffJobs to update your registration or resume, contact our office at 806.651.2345.
Remember that utilizing BuffJobs is one way to search for a job. Contact us for assistance on expanding your search beyond BuffJobs.
Check it out TODAY!
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"Press on: nothing in the world can take the place of perseverance. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."
Calvin Coolidge
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Summer Camp Fair
Thursday, 1/29/09
Nursing Career Fair
Monday, 2/2/09
Job Shadow Deadline
Sunday, 2/8/09
Pre Career EXPO Reception
Wednesday, 3/4/09 Spring Career EXPO
Thursday, 3/5/09
On Campus Interviews w/
Amarillo ISD 3/5/09 and 4/2/09
by appointment only
Pre Educator's EXPO Reception (Student Teachers ONLY) Tuesday, 3/24/09
Educator's EXPO 2009
Wednesday, 3/25/09
Summer & Part Time Job Fair, Wednesday, 4/22/09
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Ongoing Counseling Groups:
beginning in Jan after classes commence~
Single Parent Group
Tuesdays, 11:30 - 12:30, JBK 13A
Substance Abuse Group
Thursdays, 11:30 - 12:30, JBK 13A
free lunch provided
Counseling groups are open to all currently enrolled WTAMU students. Call 806.651.2340 for info.
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"Decide what you want, decide what you are willing to exchange for it. Establish your priorities and go to work."
H. L. Hunt
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 MOCK INTERVIEW PROGRAM
Contact our office if you have any questions about this program.
SPRING 2009 Dates:
Monday, January 26th
Thursday, February 19th
Thursday, March 12th
Monday, April 20th
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Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.
~William A. Foster ~
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