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1. 2013-2014 Recruiting Program Student Overview Bryn Mawr CollegeCareer and professional development
2. To provide you with essential information to participate in the Recruiting Program To learn about available resources for Bryn Mawr students, including: Introduction to Career and Professional Development What is LanternLink? Recruiting Program Overview Guidelines and Ethics Essential How-Tos You must complete this Online Recruiting Overview in order to participate in the Recruiting Program Purpose
3. Career and Professional Development (CPD) is available to guide you through career exploration, networking, outreach to employers, applying for jobs and internships, and professional growth. Bryn Mawr CollegeCareer and Professional Development
4. Preparing for your Job & Internship Search Have your resume reviewed by the CPD Staff Meet with a Career Counselor to customize your job/internship search Read emails from CPD for important announcements Explore the Recruiting Program through LanternLink. This includes events and job/internship openings from employers specifically seeking Bryn Mawr students Network with alumnae/i and professionals Identify organizations that fit your interest
5. About the Recruiting Program
6. Recruiting Program Through the program, you can: VIEW AND APPLY for jobs and internships from organizations looking to recruiting Bryn Mawr students MEET withorganizations on campus through information sessions INTERVIEW with organizations on campus PARTICIPATE in interviews and virtual sessions with organizations around the country
7. * Web portal of jobs, internships, and employer events for Bryn Mawr Students * In LanternLink, you can: View the Recruiting Program offerings including employer information sessions, on-campus interviews, and postings Apply for full-time jobs and internships Sign-up for upcoming events Stay informed of key dates through LanternLink’s Calendar What is LanternLink?
8. 4 Elements of the recruiting program
9. Information Sessions Employers and Graduate schools come to campus to discuss their organization and available opportunities This is an excellent opportunity to explore your career interests – regardless of class year – and learn about an organization or school before applying * Please dress appropriately * No “jeans’ or athletic wear unless you have prior approval and are coming straight from practice.
10. Resume Referrals These are Jobs and Internships in LanternLink in which employers collect resumes. They do not come to campus for interviews. Applythrough LanternLinkandthrough the employers’ additional directions (such as their website), if specified. Communication is directly between the employer and the student once your application is submitted. The employer will contact you directly if they plan to interview you. To find resume referrals, look for this icon in LanternLink:
11. On-campus interviews Two types in lanternlink Some employers will come to Bryn Mawr, Haverford, or Swarthmore Colleges to conduct interviews. To find opportunities with on-campus interviews, look for this icon in LanternLink: There are two types of interviews: CLOSED INTERVIEWS OPEN INTERVIEWS After you apply by the deadline in LanternLink, you will be notified if the employer plans to interview you. Only students who are selectedcan sign up for interviews in LanternLink. Immediately after applying, you can sign up to interview in LanternLink Interviews are given on a first come, first served basis. Only the first 13 students can sign up.
12. Off-Campus Interviews The Selective Liberal Arts Consortium (SLAC) sponsors face-to-face interview events called SLAC Recruiting Days in 4 cities: CHICAGO NEW YORK CITY WASHINGTON, D.C. SAN FRANCISCO SLAC also sponsors a Spring Virtual Recruiting Day event that features resume referrals.
13. Off-Campus Interviews SLAC is comprised of 13 selective liberal arts colleges including Bryn Mawr and Haverford. SLAC Events are mostly for full-time jobs, but occasionally internships are posted. If selected, you will travel to the city-based Recruiting Day event to interview. Travel is at your own expense. Consider your ability to travel before applying. By submitting your application, you are making a commitment to accept an interview if offered one. Students selected to interview must attend the Off-Campus Recruiting Orientation on campus.
14. Off-campus interviews Visit www.slaconsortium.org to search and apply for SLAC opportunities. USERNAME: College email + _slac (jdoe@brynmawr.edu_slac) PASSWORD: recruiting
15. Guidelines and Ethics Important Policies for participants in the Recruiting Program
16. Guidelines and Ethics You are eligible to apply for full-time employment opportunities in LanternLinkfor 2 full semesters – typically Fall and Spring of Senior year. You may apply for internships and view information on all opportunities during your entire time at Bryn Mawr. ** Have your resume reviewed by a career counselor before uploading and applying for positions in LanternLink or SLAC **
17. Guidelines and Ethics Scheduling your On-Campus Interview You should never cancel or reschedule an interview with insufficient time. Take into consideration your academic and social calendarsbefore signing up to interview. Rescheduling your interview time after you sign up can occur only in emergencies. You are permitted to reschedule at least 24 hours in advance. You can do so by contacting CPD. You are permitted to cancel an On-Campus Interview no later than 12:00pm on the previous day. In case of emergency, call CPD immediately. Same day cancellations and no-shows require an apology letter to the recruiter. You could lose your Recruiting Program privileges for up to one month. Contact CPD if this situation applies to you.
18. Guidelines and Ethics Before the On-Campus Interview Be prepared as possible – don’t try to “wing it” Research the employer online though their website, online news services, industry sites, etc. Attend information sessions when offered Prepare your interview attire Polish your interview skills - take advantage of upcoming mock interview programs
19. Guidelines and Ethics During your On-Campus Interview Day Arrive 10 minutes early for all interviews COME TO THE CORRECT CAREER OFFICE. Location details are available on the Calendar in LanternLink. On-campus interviews can take place at Bryn Mawr, Haverford or Swarthmore Colleges. Bring additional copies of your resume.
20. Guidelines and Ethics Interview Etiquette Dress appropriately for all interviews. Generally, you should wear business attire. When in doubt, ask Career and Professional Development staff. Send thank you notes within 24 hours of the interview. Ask for the recruiter’s business card. Pay attention to detail in your correspondence. Careless thank you notes can do more harm than good. Treat employer lunches and dinners as interview settings. We highly recommend avoiding alcohol even if you are over 21in age.
21. Guidelines and Ethics Accepting an Offer and Avoiding Breach of Ethics Once you accept an offer of employment, fellowship or internship (through Career and Professional Development or otherwise), you should NOT engage in additional interview or recruiting activities. Accepting multiple offers, pursuing other offers after accepting one and reneging of a previously accepted offer is unethical. Students engaging in these activities will immediately lose their recruiting program privileges. Any student acting inappropriately toward an employer will be required to write them a letter of apology. If such activities in any way jeopardize opportunities for other students, this will be considered a breach of the Honor Code.
22. Recruiting How-To’s How to Use LanternLink How to Use SLAC
23. How to Log into LanternLink Find jobs, internships, and upcoming recruiting events on campus through LanternLink Remember you must complete this Recruiting Overview before you can apply for jobs in LanternLink! To access LanternLink, go to https://brynmawr.experience.com Username: Full email address (ex: jdoe@brynmawr.edu) Password: Student ID number (without the zero if it begins with one)
24. How to Update your Profile in LanternLink Update your “Career Preferences” in your Personal Profile after logging in for the first time. This enables you to receive emails about upcoming opportunities related to your interests. You can change your profile at anytime…we encourage you to do so regularly
25. How to log into slac SLAC sponsors the city-based interview days in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and Washington DC. To view and apply for SLAC jobs opportunities, visit: http://slac.experience.com Username: your college email + “_slac” (example: dlebec@brynmawr.edu_slac) Password: recruiting Remember to update your Personal Profile upon entering for the first time. Learn more about SLAC by visiting www.slaconsortium.org
26. How to apply for opportunities in lanternlink & SLAC 1. Upload your resume and other required materials (cover letter, transcript, writing sample, etc.) required by the application. PDF Format is recommended. 2. Apply for the specific jobs of interest. The “APPLY” button is at the bottom of each job description
27. How to upload your documents OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT If an employer requests transcripts as a part of an application, an unofficial transcript is fine unless otherwise stated. Create a PDF file of your transcript and upload into LanternLink. If the employer wants an official transcript, it will be stated in the application requirements. Contact the Registrar’s Office to request that an official transcript be mailed to the appropriate address.
28. How to upload your documents LIST OF REFERENCES These are not uploaded to LanternLink or SLAC online. You may be instructed to have your references mail or email a letter directly to the recruiter. Upload a MS WORD document with the name, address, email, and phone number of your references. If you are in doubt, please ask CPD staff for assistance. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
29. SEARCHING FOR JOBS IN LANTERNLINK OR SLAC When conducting a search in LanternLink or the SLAC online system, avoid using too many criteria. If you make your too specific, you may miss out on opportunities. To view opportunities for On-Campus Recruiting, search for opportunities posted by Bryn Mawr with the following symbol: To search in the SLAC online system, you may want to search by “Recruiting Day Location”. **Use the ONE CLICK searches available on your Home Page to simplify the process **
30. SEARCHing FOR internships IN LANTERNLINK OR SLAC Occasionally there are internships posted through LanternLink and the Recruiting Program. Our main vehicles for searching for internships are LanternLink, the LACN database, and other resources listed on our website: www.brynmawr.edu/cpd Do not rely on deadline dates for internships. Many internships are offered year round with rolling deadlines. We strongly suggest that before applying for an internship that you contact the organization to verify that it is still available.
31. FINAL TIPS Respond promptly when an employer contacts you Update your voicemail to a professional message. Check your email and and voicemail regularly. Keep the CPD and employers informed of your activities. Give accurate contact information to employers and the CPD.
32. FINAL TIPS The Recruiting Program should only be one aspect of your job or internship search. Consult with CPD staff to regularly assess your job or internship search strategies Visit additional job and internship search resources on our website: www.brynmawr.edu/cpd Take advantage of networking opportunities and events through CPD
33. Questions? Contact us! Bryn Mawr College Career and Professional Development Campus Center 2nd Floor Website: www.brynmawr.edu/cpd Phone: 610-526-5174 Email: cpd@brynmawr.edu