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1.22.17 | UGA Alumni Career Services
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Email: bjbagley@uga.edu
Website: http://career.uga.edu/alumni/alumni
Location: 3475 Lenox Rd. NE Suite 870 Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: 706-542-3375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter
Twitter: @ugacareercenter
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LinkedIn Question of the Week!
Thank you to everyone who participated in our last LinkedIn Question: "What is the most important skill required in your position on a day-to-day basis?" The number one response by far was verbal and written communication skills. Want to hear what other skills alumni shared? Click here.
This week, we have a more fun and lighthearted question: What is the first job you ever had? Share your answer with our UGA Alumni Association LinkedIn Group!
NEWSLETTER AT A GLANCE:
Career Counseling & Upcoming Webinars
- Make a Career Counseling/Coaching Appointment: Appointments are conducted Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm, both in-person at the Atlanta Alumni Center or via phone. Use Handshake to reserve your spot now!
- WEBINAR SERIES: Career Transition: Alumni Panel Thursday, Jan. 25th 12:00-1:00pm EST and Friday, Jan. 26th 12:00-1:00pm EST
- UGA Spring Career and Internship Fair Wednesday, Jan. 31st 12:00-5:00pm EST, The Classic Center
- WEBINAR: How to Get Noticed for that Next Promotion Thursday, Feb. 8th 12:00-1:00pm EST
- Register with Handshake!
- Full and Part time Positions- take the time to check out Handshake postings!
- Check out opportunities with Dillard's, RaceTrac, Hope-Beckham Inc., Gwinnett Co. Schools, New York City Dept. of Education, and more!
- Government and Non-Profit Positions - Georgia Department of Health and Georgia Department of Human Services are hiring!
Continuing Education and Graduate Studies
- Master the art of social media marketing at a full-day, hands-on seminar in Atlanta, Jan. 25th 9:00am-4:00pm EST
- UGA Center for Continuing Education
Career Resources
- Are you an December 2016 or May 2017 graduate?
- Book an Alumni Career Counseling Appointment
- FEATURED Webinar: Career Transition Alumni Panel
Alumni Career Counseling & Coaching Sessions
Alumni have access to FREE career counseling, and appointments are available Monday-Friday between 8am-4pm, both in-person at the Atlanta Alumni Center (3475 Lenox Rd. NE) or via phone.
Topics can include: Resume/Cover Letter Critique, Mock Interview, Career Exploration, Job Search Strategies, Interest/Personality Assessments, Networking, LinkedIn and Social Media Engagement, and additional career-related topics.
HOW DO I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
We are now allowing alumni to book appointments online through Handshake with their career counselors, Bethany Mills and Laura Sims. If you have not yet registered with Handshake, please click here.
For step-by-step directions on how to make the appointment through Handshake, click here.
**Please note the new date for the second webinar of the series**
More and more often, professionals today are considering transitioning out of their current careers and into a new field. If this sounds like something you’re thinking about, you’re not alone. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6.2 million people in 2016 transferred from one occupational group to another.
While you may be thinking of changing careers, you may be a less certain about how to actually make that happen. This webinar series will help you identify some of those actionable next steps. The three-part series will include:
- January 11th: A panel of UGA Alumni who have successfully transitioned careers. Missed the webinar? Click here to watch the recording.
- Register for Jan. 25: Categorize transferrable skills that you have gained in your current and previous jobs and recognize missing skills you may need and avenues for closing the skills gap
- Register for Jan. 26: Steps you can be taking right now to make your new ideal career a reality
Alumni are welcome to attend the Spring Career & Internship Fair!
Check out the list of employers here:
https://uga.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/3764/employers_list
Your resume is your ticket in the door. We hope to see you there!
Click here to register for this webinar!
Whether you you’ve just started a new job or you’ve been with a company for years, understanding how to position yourself for a promotion is vital to your career growth and income. Why does it seem like some people are promoted effortlessly while others stay in the same position for years just trying to get noticed?
Advancing in your career involves having a positive attitude, the right strategy, and access to opportunities. Unfortunately, most professionals are never taught these skills and how to help create opportunities in a cohesive way. You’ll learn the 3 pitfalls that keep you stuck in your job and how to avoid them.
In addition, you will discover 5 ways to position yourself for that next promotion, so you are the obvious choice. This webinar is designed to help you stand out in the workplace and make an impact.
During this webinar, Porschia Parker, founder of Fly High Coaching and the Millennial Performance Institute, will help you:
- Understand what it really takes to get promoted and how to create your own career opportunities
- Learn the 3 pitfalls of professionals that keep them stuck in their job
- Discover 5 ways to position yourself for a promotion
Register with Handshake!
Click here to request an alumni Handshake account!
For employers who want to post a position, go to www.hireUGA.com.
**Handshake Job Board Tip: Use the left navigation bar to refine your search by location, job type, job function area, and even by # of applicants. There are currently 3500+ FULL TIME positions posted in Handshake!
The following job expires on May 31st:
Procare Therapy, Account Executive, Tucker, GA
The following jobs expire on or before Feb 3rd:
Veeam Software, Renewals Sales Representative - SMB, Alpharetta, GA
Hiscox, Business Analyst, Atlanta, GA
Avalara, Software Engineer, Durham, NC
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Development Specialist, Bike MS, Atlanta, GA
Amedisys, Inc. Registered Nurse (RN), Nashville, TN
Altus Group, Managing Consultant and Delivery Lead, New York, NY
Social Science Research Council, Communications Associate, Creative and Design, New York, NY
The RADCO Companies, Real Estate Investment Analyst, Atlanta, GA
LocumTenens.com, Credentialing Coordinator, Alpharetta, GA
EAB, Senior Analyst, EAB Research, Washington, DC
Gregg & Valby LLP, Mortgage Loan Post Closer, Houston, TX
beeline Group, Senior Financial Analyst - Operations, Atlanta, GA
The Cantrell Center, Physical Therapist, Warner Robins, GA
Tennessee State Government, Project Director, Portfolio Services, Nashville, TN
Verizon, Finance Manager - Planning & Forecasting, Alpharetta, GA
Elm Talent Group, Hedge Fund Data Analyst, New York, NY
Rad Source Technologies, Operations/Production Manager, Buford, GA
Serling Rooks Hunter McKoy & Worob, LLP, Legal Assistant, New York, NY
Geo-Hydro Engineers, Inc., Marketing Assistant, Kennesaw, GA
Physicians for Human Rights, Media Relations Manager, New York, NY
AFanta, Deep Learning Engineer, Palo Alto, CA
Chick-fil-A, Inc., IT Systems Analyst, Atlanta, GA
The Home Depot, Senior Analyst, Decision Analytics, Atlanta, GA
Marquee Insurance Group, Operations Specialist, Roswell, GA
ALDI, Inc., ALDI District Manager, Jefferson, GA
PayHawk, Client Engagement Specialist, Atlanta, GA
Big Spoon Roasters, Operations Manager, Durham, NC
Dow Jones & Co., Systems Technician, New York, NY
Digital Additive, Operations Specialist - Email Marketing, Atlanta, GA
IHRC, Inc., GHS Microbiologist, Atlanta, GA
.....and more. Check out Handshake for more openings.
Dillard's Inc. is looking for a Merchandise Corporate Assistant Buyer!
Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers with annual revenues exceeding $6 billion. The Company focuses on delivering style, service and value to its shoppers by offering compelling fashion, cosmetics and home selections complemented by exceptional customer care.
There is immediate availability for a Merchandise Corporate Assistant Buyer in Dillard's Florida Buying Office in St. Petersburg, FL. An assistant buyer will monitor sales, inventory levels, trends, profitability and participate with other buying staff and management to initiate the best direction for the product purchase decisions and distribution within Dillard's stores. The position is an entry level executive responsibility requiring demonstrable ability to exercise independent discretion and judgment in carrying out the Company’s business objectives.
If you are interested in this position, meet the representatives at the Spring Career and Internship Fair on January 31st! At their booth, there will be a sign up sheet for candidates interested in interviewing for the position. Those interviews will take place the following day on campus. If you are unable to make it to campus for the Spring Career and Internship Fair, you can apply by sending your resume and cover letter to Erin Frazier, Corporate Merchandise Manager, at erin.frazier@dillards.com
RaceTrac is hiring its first-ever Innovation Analyst!
RaceTrac is looking for a recent graduate with a business major to apply for their brand new, unique role called “Innovation Analyst”. They are looking for someone with a passion for innovation and technology and who has anywhere between 1-5 years of experience. The Innovation Analyst is responsible for providing project support for innovation initiatives aimed at increasing profits and enhancing the overall guest experience at RaceTrac stores. This individual teams up with the Executive Director to create implementation strategies for innovation projects and carries out support functions throughout all aspects of project lifecycles. Up to 50% travel may be required. Think you're the perfect candidate for this position? Apply today!
FlowerFoods is hiring a Strategy Analyst and a Senior Strategy Analyst!
Read more about these positions on Handshake:
We encourage you to submit an application through the http://teachnyc.net/ website. Once an application is successfully submitted and pre-screened, you will have access to:
- NYC DOE Teacher Hiring Guide
- Priority consideration for NYCDOE recruitment and networking events
- Referrals to schools who are already interviewing candidates
- TeachNYC Academy: A series of job search webinars designed to give you the inside scoop on getting hired in our schools.
If you have any questions please email their office directly at teachnyc@schools.nyc.gov or call (718) 935-4000. We hope you take advantage of this opportunity!
Gwinnett County Public Schools sets Special Education Teacher Job Fair for Jan. 27
Know a certified (or soon-to-be certified) special education teacher interested in teaching in Metro Atlanta - Gwinnett? Share this important upcoming event. Gwinnett County Public Schools will host a Special Education Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, Jan. 27, from 8 a.m. to noon at the J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center in Suwanee.
The fair is by invitation only for those who have a pre-scheduled interview. Registration to attend the fair will close on Jan. 22, or when all interview times have been filled.
Candidates eligible to attend must be certified (or will be by July of 2018) in any field of Special Education. GCPS will be offering contracts for the 2018-19 school year at the event.
GCPS is interviewing teachers with certification in these Special Education
fields: Autism, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (EBD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Intellectual Disabilities (ID), Orthopedically Impaired (OI), Other Health Impaired (OHI), Visually Impaired (VI), Deaf/Hard of Hearing (D/HH), Speech/Language Impairments (Speech-Language Pathology), and Significantly Developmentally Delayed (SDD).
Interested? For more information on requesting an interview for the Jan. 27 fair, contact gcpsteach@gwinnett.k12.ga.us with questions.
Commercial Roofing Specialties, Inc. is hiring a Sales Support Specialist
The Sales Support Specialist will work closely with CRS-Sales & Marketing (S&M) personnel to determine their needs, provide professional support, and communicate to appropriate personnel and contractors. You will provide support to sales representatives and respond to customer and prospect queries. He/she will constantly strive to meet all goals and exceed expectations, while upholding the ideals and standards of our company.
- Assess needs and provide assistance and information on products
- Provide Agility (software) support and reporting assistance, i.e. inputting tickets, purchase orders, and reports
- Answer and assist calls
- Provide troubleshooting assistance for customer orders, account statuses, and relevant problems
- Manage web page updates
- Manage customer relationships in database
- Provide contractor support
- Manage inventory stock levels
- Provide data and guides to help the sales team
- Prepare & Coordinate formal presentations, seminars, and trips
Full-time, entry-level position
Job Functions – Administrative, Marketing, Project Management
Yearly Salary Range - $45,000 - $55,000
KSA’s:
- Administrative practices
- Keyboard data entry
- Computer software proficiency, including Excel
- Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing
- Organize and plan work
- Proactive
- Copes well in stressful environments
- Reliable
- Able to manage multiple work assignments
To Apply: Please send a resume to Jock Broussard at jbroussard@crssupply.com
Attention Recent Graduates interested in Public Relations!
Job description:
Hope-Beckham Inc. is seeking intern candidates interested in gaining hands-on experience in an agency setting. The nature of our business is fast-paced and demanding, but hard work comes with rewards. HBI internships are perfect for confident, committed college students and recent graduates that desire a unique, powerful experience in the public relations industry.
Our office’s culture is one of approachability, so interns will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with many HBI team members. Winter interns are paid positions ($8.00 an hour) and start February 26, 2018 and end Friday, May 25, 2018.
Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Draft media alerts, pitches and press releases
- Develop and maintain media lists
- Monitor media coverage for clients and write a daily news report
- Track and prepare media coverage reports
- Coordinate and provide on-site assistance for special events
Required skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Knowledge and use of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Highly organized and ability to multitask
Qualifications:
- Current college student or recent graduate majoring in public relations, marketing, journalism or other relevant field of study.
- Must be able to work 40 hours per week
Interested candidates should send cover letters and resumes to Wendy Hsiao, whsiao@hopebeckham.com. Please do not call with any questions.
About Hope-Beckham Inc.
Hope-Beckham Inc. (HBI) is an independently owned public relations firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. Formed in 1994 by Paul Beckham and Bob Hope, the agency has positioned itself as one of the top independent public relations firms in the country. The firm has won many awards and honors, including top independent PR agency in nine categories; Professional Services, Environmental, Beauty & Fashion, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Financial, Sports & Entertainment, and Technology.
The University of Georgia Extension Office is hiring!
GOVERNMENT & NONPROFIT
Check out Go Government for information about federal jobs, internships, and government resources. For Non-Profit news and opportunities, visit Opportunity Knocks and Idealist!
CALL TO SERVE CAREER GUIDES
Are you interested in pursuing a career with the federal government? Need information and resources to provide the best advice and strategies for success for your particular areas of interest? The Partnership for Public Service’s Go Government career guides are now online and a great resource for students to see how their major could translate into a job in the federal government.
Georgia Department of Health is hiring!
The following position is available within the Georgia Department of Health:
Social Media Bootcamp for Atlanta Area Professionals
The advanced registration fee for this event is $199.00
UGA’s Terry College of Business Executive Education Center
One Live Oak Center
3475 Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326
Gain a competitive advantage, by mastering the art of social media marketing. This hands-on seminar includes case-studies and interactive exercises to reinforce the information you will learn. Through lecture, real-world examples and discussion, class participants will have a well-rounded understanding of how social media marketing can be used for businesses, for their job, and even for career advancement.
Lunch/Parking Validation provided
Thursday, Jan 25, 2018, 09:00 AM
3475 Lenox Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA, United States
Are you a December 2016 or May 2017 graduate?
MAKE A CAREER COUNSELING APPOINTMENT
Director of Alumni Career Services
For your convenience, appointments can now be made ONLINE with Bethany Mills and can be conducted by phone or in person in the Atlanta Alumni Center office. To make an appointment, follow the instructions on the Alumni Resources page on the UGA Career Center website. If you have any issues, please contact the Atlanta Alumni Center at 404-814-8820.
Email: bjbagley@uga.edu
Website: www.career.uga.edu/alumni/alumni
Location: 3475 Lenox Rd. NE Suite 870. Atlanta, Ga. 30326
Phone: 706-542-3375
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter?sk=wall
Twitter: @UGACareerCenter
Graduate Assistant at Alumni Career Services
Email: lsims1@uga.edu
Website: www.career.uga.edu/alumni/alumni
Location: 3475 Lenox Rd. NE Suite 870. Atlanta, Ga. 30326
Phone: 404-814-8817
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UGACareerCenter?sk=wall
Twitter: @UGACareerCenter
FEATURED VIDEOS AND ARTICLES
Alumni Webinar: Career Transition Alumni Panel
Last week, we started a new webinar series aimed at alumni looking towards a career transition. If you missed it, click the link below and hear four UGA Alumni's personal journeys in transitioning career industries:
- Geoffrey Bell, Marketing Manager at AppVault
- Christopher Connors, Author, Coach and Business Consultant
- Derek Reimherr, Senior Analyst at Moxie Interactive
- Katherine Acuff, Talent Acquisition Specialist University at Printpack
DISCLAIMERS
* All UGA Career Center sponsored events are for UGA students and alumni only.
* The Career Center is committed to providing access for all people with disabilities and will provide accommodations if notified in advance. To request accommodations please contact us at 706-542-3375.
* To help ensure a pleasant & productive environment for all participants, please follow these guidelines:
1. Respect all participants (employers, job seekers, & staff).
2. Appropriate attire is required and is determined by event. Some events require Professional or Business Attire.
3. For safety reasons, the doorways to the event (inside & out) & the surrounding areas must be kept clear at all times.
4. Participants are expected to cooperate with all reasonable requests made by members of the staff & all reasonable requests of any person acting in an official capacity as a representative of the participating institutions.
5. If questions or concerns arise during the event, please contact a member of the Career Center staff for assistance.
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