Career Development Center

Welcome to the brightest spot on campus! The Career Development Center is here to serve the needs of current students and alumni as you prepare to enter the job market or to re-assess your career plans. There is nearly always something that you can do to improve your situation and the Center exists to shine a light on those possibilities.

You can meet one - on - one with Center staff for career counseling, a discussion of volunteer and internship opportunities or for assistance with the important process of resume and cover letter preparation. Take advantage of an objective eye that will help you to assess your accomplishments and to reflect them in the most effective way.

It is never too early to begin planning for your future. Let the Career Development Center partner with you as you create your strategy for success.

WINTER FELLOWSHIPS with $3,450 stipend...
Application Deadline December 3rd

The Governor’s Commission on Disabilities is now accepting applications for the “Edward J. Schroeder” (Legislative) and G. Frank Hanaway (Architectural Accessibility) Fellowships. The fellowship offers the student a unique opportunity to gain perspective on the role and responsibility of the Commission. 

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RIC’s Career Development Center invites you to …
ROAD TRIPS TO THE REAL WORLD

January 4 – 15, 2010

http://www.eace.org/committees/roadtrips.html

Join students from RIC and other colleges and universities in a special program of employer site visits scheduled during the winter break! The Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers is pleased to present this year's "Road Trips to the Real World" program –– Each of the Road Trips is planned by the employer and staffed by a member of the EACE Road Trips to the Real World Committee. Site visits may include panel discussions of employees and/or interns, site tours, or networking sessions.
Online registration will begin December 1 (Tuesday) at 10 AM at the EACE website (link above). Spots fill up VERY quickly for some of the more popular sites, so register early for the best selection.  For more details, including a list of sites, please click here.

Special Notice for Juniors and Seniors… All Majors...

The Human Resources Management Association of Rhode Island is now accepting applications for scholarship awards in amounts up to $1,000., available towards tuition, fees and books. Application deadline is December 4. Applicants should click here to download the application.  A supporting reference form is required as part of the application process.  Submit these, with your transcripts, by December 4th.

10 Best Jobs for College Students

US News & World Report - 10.27.2009

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Tip of the Month

The Holiday Season is just about here.  You may be interested to know that 70 % of all jobs are found through networking.  Only 8 % are found on the internet.  So, step away form the computer and join your family and friends around the holiday dinner table.  Engage them…and their friends…about their careers and contacts.  It could lead to a bright New Year for you!

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