Calling All JMU Grads!

Looking for a job in the DC area? Then you don't want to miss this job fair! This event is exclusive to JMU alumni, and alumni from the other 15 schools participating. Over 80 employers have registered to attend! To see a list of participating employers and to register by noon Wednesday, June 8th, visit http://www.myworkster.com/myworkster/page/eventdetail/1294063579.

#LikeableU Class of 2011 – the Social Media Movement , June 8-9, 2011

Are you interested in learning more about the Social Media Movement? Join in on Likeable Media’s inaugural conference! The #LikeableU Class of 2011 – the Social Media Movement conference will take place on June 8-9, 2011 in New York City. As a student, or recent grad, you are eligible for a 70% discount on the registration fee! Simply use the discount code LikeableStudent70 when purchasing your ticket to get the discount.

This two day conference, hosted by Likeable Media, a social media marketing company in New York City, will thrust you into the Movement that is social media with sessions over 2 days featuring thought leaders from Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks along with practical and hands on how-to sessions.

This is your chance to hear social media case studies from major brands who are experiencing success in social media, get up close and personal with industry leaders on the future of social media and experience workshops on how to grow social presence.

The first annual #Likeable U is titled The Social Media Movement. Social Media moves at warp speed— and sometimes it’s hard to keep up! The conference is designed to give you a better understanding of when, why, and how to use social media to achieve your overall goals as a brand as well as an individual.

As the conference title suggests, there will be some “movement” in the conference itself— we’ll be moving between a historic classic NYC venue, and a futuristic brand new one.

Excited to take a look into social’s past and make the movement into the future? Sign up for #Likeable U 2011– The Social Media Movement today!

You'll have the chance to mingle with brands such as:

• Verizon

• The Pampered Chef

• Ritani

• Penguin Books

• Popcorners

• restaurant.com

• Extra Space

• Esselte

• Visit Salt Lake

• Meetup

• JetBlue

For more information and to purchase your ticket go to: http://likeableu2011.eventbrite.com/.

Top 25 Companies for Work-Life Balance

There are many factors to consider when you are conducting a job search, where do you want to be, what kind of organization do you want to work for and what will your work-life balance look like?

Glassdoor's list of top 25 companies for work-life balance is now available. These companies provide the best balance between work and personal life, and were selected based on the thousands of company reviews and ratings shared by employees on Glassdoor over the past year.

If you have never used Glassdoor.com, it is a valuable resource for information on company salaries, reviews and interview questions for 150,000+ employers.

Enjoy your summer and good luck with your job search!

Networking Demystified!

What do you think when you hear the word networking? For some, it sounds great; it is the prospect of meeting new people and making social and business connections. For others, the word causes anxiety. The idea of leaving your social comfort zone can be scary, but it does not have to be. Networking starts with friends and people you already know. It can be informal and easy once you know where to start.

Networking is a powerful tool when you are job searching. Check out this informative infograph to get a head start on your networking this summer!

Startup Job Fair in NYC

Don’t miss this unique job fair! All the employers attending this fair are start up entrepreneurial companies. The recent surge of entrepreneurial activity in New York has created a surge in hiring. Now is the time to join some of New York's most creative and industrious minds to bring the next wave of computer products and services to the forefront of daily use.

Come on June 16th at the Armory for a Startup Talent Fair, where you'll have plenty of time to meet with exciting new startups and network with other talented individuals like yourself.

To register and see a list of employers attending visit: http://www.myworkster.com/myworkster/page/eventdetail/1587252515.

Featuring: JMU Student Ambassadors for Disney & Target

One way employers connect with students at universities is through student ambassadors. These students serve as campus representatives for large companies to recruit new employees through presentations and networking with students on campus. Generally they have already interned with the company and hope to work for the company full-time after graduation. At JMU, Christine Dang, representing Target and Monica Blackwell, representing Disney are two successful participants in these programs. Here is a little insight into what they do and why they do it.

Christine Dang- Target 

What are the benefits of being a Student Ambassador For Target?
The benefits of being a student ambassador for Target are to gain more experience working with different actors within the company and of course to source candidates for Target at the student level. As a student myself, it is sometimes easier for other students to approach me knowing that I'm one of their own going through the same job search.

Who do you target in your sessions?
Target is looking for candidates in all fields and majors.


What are your expectations as an ambassador?
My expectations are to follow up with candidates, attend career events, do presentations with different organizations as well as give status updates to my field campus recruiter and intern captain in the Northern Virginia district.

How will this help further your career with the company?
This helps me with my future career because I get to build a strong network with people in different positions within the company.

What will you be doing post graduation?
Post graduation, I will be working as an Executive Team Leader (ETL) in the NOVA district.


Monica Blackwell- Disney

Little about me: Originally, from Stuart, VA, I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia. I am a graduate student in the Adult Education/Human Resource Development Program with a concentration in Instructional Design. For my Disney Experiences, I completed two professional internships with the Disney Learning Centers and the Disney Youth Education Series. I am currently a Disney Campus Representative.


What are the benefits of being a Student Ambassador For Disney? Who do you target in your sessions?
While being a campus representative for Disney, you are able to meet and get to know students from all across campus. I have met people from different majors as well as international students! From a Disney standpoint, being a campus representative allows me to continue networking with Disney leaders and recruiters. It also allows me to continue to reap some of the benefits of being a cast member at Disney.

What are the expectations of you?
It is expected that as a campus representative that I represent the Disney College Program in a positive light by my marketing tools and personal actions. Each semester Natalie (another campus representative) and I promote the program to students of all majors. We post flyers, hold info tables, and hang banners to help communicate information about the Disney experiences to all students. Natalie and I also work closely with a Disney recruiter in order to improve our program.


How will this help futher your career with the company?
I hope to one day return to Disney to work as an Instructional Designer for their training programs. This experience has allowed me to continue my relationships further than my two internship experiences.


What will you be doing post graduation?
After graduation, I will be getting married and moving further south to pursue a career in Instructional Design.