Employer Perspective: Find jobs that work for you!
Choosing an on-campus job sounds like a no brainer, right? Well, not exactly. Even prior to graduation, you begin to build your resume with important activities that a potential post-college employer is going to evaluate. Before you become the Thursday night bartender at Taylorâs or Rennieâs, or base your on-campus position on how little you can work and still get paid, consider which on-the-job experience can lend to your post-college employer. While a lot of student worker positions are work study, a great number of them are open to all students. Using UO-Joblink, find an office/clerical opening in one of the many colleges at UO. Or, even better yet, look for an internship (on or off campus) that relates to your major or career interest. Local non-profits, professors, or even employers who heavily recruit on-campus are always looking for bright and talented students.
During the summers of your upcoming junior or senior year, it may be tempting to return to your high paying construction gig or flexible server schedule. However, I recommend that you consider other options. While internships may not pay as well as your ânormalâ summer jobs, employers will value your work as a Management Trainee or Special Events Assistant far more than the above mentioned positions. Choosing the right college job and seeking out internships that relate to your career ambitions will surely pay off during your post-college job search.
VTM, Inc - an industry leader in global marketing and communications, will be on campus during the Fall Career Fair and Interview Day, November 13 and 14.
