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3.5.18 | 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 took the time to answer last week's LinkedIn Question: "What attracted you to your current career path?" Take a moment to look at what everyone shared by clicking here.
This week our question is: What career related accomplishment are you most proud of? 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: Cracking the Code: How to Create Executive Presence, Thursday, Feb. 22nd 12:00-1:00pm EST
- Alumni Virtual Resume & LinkedIn Critiques, Friday, Feb. 23rd 12:00-2:00pm EST
- UGA Online Networking with Employers: Connect with Aldi, Cintas, and Synergis! Wednesday, Mar. 7 6:00-7:00pm EST
- WEBINAR: Dealing with Difficult Co-workers: How to Leverage Coaching Skills to Manage Professional Relationships, Thursday, Mar. 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 The Buntin Group, Tripwire, Boston Consulting Group, ARCOP, and more!
- Government and Non-Profit Positions - Georgia Department of Health as well as several city governments are hiring!
Continuing Education and Graduate Studies
- Master the art of social media marketing at a full-day, hands-on seminar in Atlanta, Mar. 29th 9:00am-4:00pm EST
Networking Events & Career Fairs
- Gwinnett County Public Schools Certified Teacher Job Fair, Saturday, Mar. 17th 8:00am-12:00pm EST at the Infinite Energy Center
- PhD and Masters Virtual Career Fair, Wednesday, Mar. 28th
Career Resources
- Are you an August 2017, December 2017, or May 2018 graduate?
- Book an Alumni Career Counseling Appointment
- FEATURED Webinar: How to Get Noticed for That Next Promotion!
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.
Click here to register for this online interactive event!
We are bringing employers to YOU. Join us from your home, office, or local coffee shop!
We know it’s hard to find the time to attend networking events and career fairs in-person, so we are bringing employers to you! You’ll have the opportunity to virtually connect with recruiters from various companies to learn more about their company’s vision and values, their ideal candidates, and current and future open positions.
Check out the employers participating in this event:
- Synergis: Click here to learn more about the company.
- Cintas: Click here to learn more about the company.
- Aldi: Click here to learn more about the company.
Alumni and employers will have 10 minute chats to learn more about one and other and answer questions. In addition, companies will record 20 minute introductory webinars that alumni can view prior to the event. Register now to your next meaningful career connection – all online!
What you need to attend:
- Resume in PDF form (included in registration)
- Update your resume using these alumni samples.
- Updated LinkedIn profile (included in registration)
- Watch this webinar on creating a rockstar LinkedIn profile.
- Questions to ask employers!
Potential questions to ask:
- How did you get into your position at ____ company?
- What makes a candidate stand out in the application process?
- Tell me about your company’s culture and its commitment to diversity.
- Can I ask for your advice on ____?
- What is the top skill needed in order to thrive in _____ job?
- What is the best way to stay connected to you, or how should I follow up?
We hope that you are able to connect with employers to find your next opportunity! Happy Networking!
Click here to register for this webinar!
Are work relationships making it hard for you to enjoy your job? A recent Gallup study showed that 62% of participants found that their coworkers cause more stress than their boss. How can you deal with difficult teammates, superiors, even clients?
This webinar will teach you how to leverage coaching skills and effective communication skills to enhance your relationship with any coworker or employee, including difficult teammates or staff members. You will learn valuable coaching tools and techniques such as active listening, how to use powerful questions to change the tone of any conversation, and how to design more effective professional relationships to make them work for you, not against you.
Our presenter, Hallie Crawford, is a certified career coach and national career expert based in Atlanta, GA. Her company, HallieCrawford.com, and team of coaches have helped thousands of people worldwide identify and transition into their dream career. Hallie is regularly featured as a career expert in the media including Forbes.com, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, AJC and Fox Business News. For more information about their services visit www.halliecrawford.com.
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 jobs expire on or before Mar 16th:
Oxford Industries, Associate Auditor, Atlanta, GA
American Psychological Association, Peer Review Coordinator, Washington, D.C.
Emory Healthcare, Patient Services Coordinator - I, Atlanta, GA
National DCP, LLC., Cateogry Manager, Duluth, GA
Quest Financial, Mortgage Compliance Associate, Atlanta, GA
AnswerRocket, Implementation Consultant, Atlanta, GA
Soroco, Engagement Manager, Boston, MA
Sullivan and Schlieman Wealth Management, LLC, Director of First Impressions, Alpharetta, GA
Bobby Kaple for Congress, Field Organizer, Atlanta, GA
Meredith, Photojournalist, Atlanta, GA
WestRock, Logistics Planner, Norcross, GA
LiveVox, Project Coordinator, Alpharetta, GA
McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA, YMCA Sports Director, Marietta, GA
Varian, Senior Salesforce Business Systems Analyst, Atlanta, GA
The Nature Conservancy, Major Gifts Manager, Atlanta, GA
Atlantic Council, Assistant Director, Eurasia Center, Washington, DC
Philips North America, Customer Success Manager, Alpharetta, GA
Wesleyan School, Faculty Fellow, Peachtree Corners, GA
Turner, a TimeWarner Company, Motion Design VFX Apprentice, Atlanta, GA
U.S. Geological Survey, Hydrologic Technician, Norcross, GA
.....and more. Check out Handshake for more openings.
The Buntin Group is hiring a recent graduate for an Associate Brand Manager position!
As the Associate Brand Manager, you will support many of the day-to-day account activities and help the business leadership team manage all aspects of this super-busy account. It will be critical that you have an infectious ‘can do’ attitude - and will be passionate about doing brilliant work for our client. This individual will learn to have an exceptional understanding of the client’s business and objectives as well as how to navigate internal teams and client relationships to drive results.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates a foundational understanding of Client’s business, brand and key competitive set
- Attends or supports meetings, bringing necessary documents and providing comprehensive recap and next steps to the internal team
- Leads collation and distribution of client status reports and coordinates the day-to-day execution of marketing content with the work flow management team
- Supports senior brand management team in reporting on trends affecting client businesses, including economic, industry, competitive and cultural factors
- Attends all internal meetings, and disseminates information to team members and colleagues on project opportunities/barriers as identified by work flow team
- Oversees quality control of projects and escalates any potential risks and ensures Client approvals are obtained on all phases of a project
- Manages expectations on timing and budget, and notifies supervisor of relevant fluctuations
- Ensures the agency operates on a solid foundation by building strong relationships with cross functional teammates across the agency
- Listens and responds constructively to others’ ideas and points of view and responds positively to feedback when it is offered
- Frequently suggests methods to improve client processes that is supported by internal process
- Participates in agency training sessions to improve marketing, communications, digital and direct marketing knowledge
- Accurately maintains estimates, prepares invoicing and tracks receivables and is responsible for accurate and timely billing and approving final invoices
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing or related discipline with 1-2 completed internships in an Advertising Agency.
- Desire to Learn. This is the entry level account management function within The Buntin Group, so you have much to learn. Be curious and find ways to get involved on projects that pique your interests.
- Passion for Advertising, Curiosity, & Creativity
To apply for this role, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@buntingroup.com
Tripwire (a Belden company) is hiring a Software Engineer!
The software engineer will work in the Alpharetta, GA office with other engineers, both development and QA, as well as other departments as part of an Agile team to design, code, build, test, and deliver either prototype or production security software for Tripwire’s Vulnerability Management solution. This position will have the opportunity to work with front-end, back-end, and database code as well as cross team integrations.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Development will be primarily in Python and C++, with some C. You must be very strong in one of these languages.
- You must be comfortable targeting a broad range of operating systems. The primary development platform will be on Linux.
- Ideally, you will be proficient with SQL, database design and designing data structures that perform well under scale and load.
- Must be self-directed and capable of working effectively in a highly collaborative and fast paced environment.
- Must be effective working in less structured, smaller team environments, taking responsibility for helping define requirements and rapidly prototyping ideas.
- Support the full range of day-to-day priorities of the team, primarily focused on software development and implementing new security research ideas.
- Contribute to testing, documenting, supporting build systems, interacting with stakeholders, etc. as needed on a small team.
- Must have the legal and ongoing right to work in the USA without sponsorship
Qualifications:
- BA/BS CS, EE, IT or equivalent industry experience
- 3-10 years product development experience using Python, C, and C++
- Javascript, Angular and UI development knowledge helpful
- Use of source control systems – SVN, GIT – very useful
- Hands-on knowledge and configuration of multiple operating systems (i.e. Unix, Linux, Windows, and Mac) required
- Knowledge of network protocols and hands-on configuration of network equipment extremely helpful
- Knowledge and experience in the field of security
- Agile process based on the SCRUM framework
- You will demonstrate clear thought processes and communicate well with technical and non-technical audiences.
- You should thrive in a collaborative environment.
- You should be a creative problem-solver, providing thoughtful approaches to challenging technical problems that solve real business needs.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to Sherry Karr (sherry.karr@belden.com).
Boston Consulting Group is hiring!
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a general management consulting firm, widely regarded as a global leader in business strategy consulting. The firm has built its worldwide practice on intellectual leadership and has helped change the way many corporations approach, and engage in, competition. Boston Consulting Group has a number of openings in their in-house design agency. The following positions are live through April 1st:
- Videographer, Atlanta, GA
- Experience Designer, Atlanta, GA
- Presentation Designer, Atlanta, GA
- Senior Graphic Designer, Atlanta, GA
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:
City of Atlanta, City of Doraville, and City of Griffin are hiring!
The City of Atlanta is hiring for the following positions:
The City of Doraville is hiring for the following positions:
The City of Griffin is hiring a Planner.
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, Mar 29, 2018, 09:00 AM
3475 Lenox Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA, USA
Click here to register for this virtual career fair!
The Virtual Career Fair (VCF) is a one-day online career fair/networking for Ph.D. & Master’s students, postdocs, and alumni that offers the opportunity to connect with employers. These employers represent a range of career fields (review hiring details here). They are all seeking advanced-degree candidates. This year’s VCF will be on March 28, 2018. Attend the fair from anywhere!
Are you an August 2017, December 2017, or May 2018 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: How to Get Noticed for That Next Promotion!
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.
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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