Where the Jobs Are!

Where the Jobs Are!

If you are a December graduate getting ready to enter the world of work or a senior preparing for graduation in May, here is a list of employers that have recently visited The University of Tampa or are asking us to send more Spartans their way.

Even if you are a freshman, sophomore or junior take a look! Many of these employers offer internships, which are a great way for you to make an impression for future full-time opportunities.

Keep in mind that as a UT student, recent graduate or alumni you have an edge with these employers who visit campus or recruit on HIRE-UT with the goal in mind specifically to hire UT talent.

HIRE-UT: www.ut.edu/HIREUT then click on the “Career Events & Workshops” tab to review the fall term calendar.

The following employers are hiring all majors! Review job descriptions to see how your strengths and experience are a match. Also… Visit the Office of Career Services for a resume review to present yourself as a best candidate for these positions and others.

Advantage Sales & Marketing

City Year

Dimmitt Automotive

GEICO

Hispanic Business Initiative Fund

The Japan Exchange Teaching (JET) Program

Peace Corps

Levin Financial Group

TQL

Tech Data

USAA

Employers that attended the Full-Time Professional Job Fair can still be viewed! Visit HIRE-UT and select Career Fair for your search criteria. These employers include:

Aflac

Amalie Arena/Tampa Bay Lightning

AXA Advisors, LLC

Bristol-Meyers Squibb

Enterprise Holdings

Mercury Insurance

Northwestern Mutual

PepsiCo.

Pricewaterhouse Coopers

Raymond James & Associates

T. Rowe Price

U.S. Department of State

Wal Mart

West Marine

Lily Salem, Manager of Corporate and Community Development
Office of Career Services
The University of Tampa

Why Should YOU Attend a Career Fair?

Career Fairs remain a common practice at universities, yet some students meet such events with apprehension year after year. In anticipation of our upcoming Professional Job Fair, here are some thoughts on why students, at any level, should consider attending:

Career Fairs are an important first step for first year students!
·        Learn about companies to assist you in major selection and ultimate career choice.
·        Gain exposure to recruiters to build relationships and understand the career search process in a no-stress environment.
·        Experience the event. Take the time to walk around and observe your peers and the conversations around you. This will help to prepare you for this event in the future!

Calling all Sophomores! Get involved by attending the Professional Job Fair:
·        Learn about companies that you may want to work or intern for in the future.
·        Practice speaking professionally with employers in a no-stress environment. It's just practice but it could build your network and lead to a great career conversation in the future.
·        Prepare for the career fair and research the companies. Take the time to know who will be attending and challenge yourself to connect with the companies after the fair.

Juniors, Practice makes perfect! Attend the Professional Job Fair to gain a competitive edge!
·        Practice your networking skills. Speak to employers and learn about the experience necessary for your professional job search. Graduation is closer than you think!
·        Prepare for the career fair and research the companies. Take the time to know who will be attending and challenge yourself to connect with the companies after the fair to start building your network and a recruiting relationship.
·        Learn more about professional internship opportunities. Prepare questions regarding professional roles and internships.

Seniors! Your Professional Career Path Starts with the Professional Job Fair!
·        Attend the fair to network with professionals in a variety of industry roles. Do your research and have conversation items ready!
·        Make an Impact! You never get a second chance to make a first impression! Practice your introduction and conversation opening.
·        They are HIRING! Job search does not start at graduation. The average job search can take up to 6 months. Start early and follow-up with contacts made at the fair.

Just as you would study for a test or practice before a big game, preparation for your job search will only increase your potential to be successful after graduation. Networking is an ongoing process and the sooner you start, the more likely you are to develop quality professional contacts along the way.

Join us at the Professional Job Fair this Wednesday, October 22nd from 1-3:30p.m. in Fletcher Lounge of Plant Hall.

Jessie Bush, Assistant Director of Career Coaching and Professional Development

Lily Salem, Manager of Corporate and Community Development

Melena Postolowski, Assistant Director of Internship Programs

Office of Career Services

The University of Tampa

New to Tampa!

Like many of you I am new to Tampa, FL and I knew right away this was a great place to stay. More than 60% of students who attend The University of Tampa choose to stay in Florida after graduation. Most of those Spartans stay in the Tampa Bay area.

 As Manager of Corporate and Community Development my focus is building partnerships with companies and organizations. This summer I hit the ground running to meet with employers in the Tampa Bay area that are eager to hire UT talent. Here are some fascinating facts! Keep an eye out for these employers and more at on campus recruiting events brought to you by Career Services such as Fairs, Info. Sessions, Open Houses, Tables, Workshops as well as on HIRE-UT:

Bright House Networks: There’s a red phone for emergency calls for banks across Tampa Bay to request a network shut down case there is a security breach. A perk for full-time employment is free cable!

Citi: Known as “the leading global financial services company” is growing in Tampa with hundreds of positions for recent grads to fill over the next few years.

Coca-Cola: A major office is located just 15 minutes from campus and they are hiring! Employees get free cases of Coca-Cola brand beverages every month!

Glazer Children’s Museum: Recruits interns and volunteers from UT regularly. The museum features CRAFTOLOGY, an annual event just for young professionals to taste craft beers, listen to local bands and connect for a great cause all inside the inspiring atmosphere of the creative and fun experiential learning exhibits for kids.

 Nordstrom: This name is eye-catching not just for style, but also for the resume with great retail and internship positions.

Northwestern Mutual: Offers a top internship program where many of the positions turn into full-time employment.

PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP: One of the world’s largest providers of Assurance, Tax and business consulting services with professional opportunities for more than just accounting majors.

Skoda Minotti, CPA: Within walking distance to campus, this local firm is growing and is featured on campus this term for On Campus Interviews!

Tech Data: Located 10 minutes from UT, a truly global company known as “one of the world's largest distributors of technology products from leading IT hardware and software producers” serving over 100 countries.

Keep an eye out for these employers on HIRE-UT.  Employers on HIRE-UT seek Spartan talent specifically… So you already have an edge! If you are curious about making the Tampa Bay area your home visit HIRE-UT (http://www.ut.edu/HIREUT) to learn more about local career opportunities.

 

Lily Salem

Manager of Corporate and Community Development
Office of Career Services

The University of Tampa

May and August graduates, Life After UT and Career Expo next week!

Are you about to graduate and worrying about what’s next?  We’ve partnered with the Office of Development and Alumni Relations to plan a week of informative and entertaining workshops to help you in the transition from student to young professional.  All of the events will be from 5 to 6 p.m.; please see the schedule below for locations and topics. 

Mon., March 31          Resume Development                         Reeves Theater

                        Speaker:  Katie Fields, TQL

Tues., April 1              Your Professional Brand                    Reeves Theater

                        Speaker:  Katherine Steffan, PLS Logistics

Wed., April 2             Behavioral Interviewing                       Brevard Community Room

                        Speaker:  Meagan Greenberg, T. Rowe Price

Thurs., April 3             “The Real World” alumni panel          Brevard Community Room

As an added bonus, if your student organization is participating in Relay for Life on Saturday, April 5^th, the group (one small and one large) with the greatest turnout from its organization to these Career Services workshops will receive a $250 reward donated by TQL and the Tampa Bay Alumni Chapter!  Come out to one or all and help your group add to its donation to Relay for Life!

And the final event of the week will occur on Friday, April 4^th, when we will have our last career fair of the year, our annual Career Expo, which will be held in Fletcher Lounge from noon to 3 p.m.  We will have over 60 employers who are seeking graduates for full time professional positions after graduation.  A list of employers can be found at https://ccfcc.experience.com/stu/cf_registered_employers?fhnd=6339. Professional attire is REQUIRED for this event.  (Take a look at the right hand side of the page for your “Suit Up” requirements!)

Part Time Job Fair on Friday, January 24th

Are you looking for a part-time job this semester?  Our Part Time Job Fair will be held on Friday, January 24^th from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in Plant Hall Fletcher Lounge.  For a complete list of registered employers, go to http://ut.experience.com/stu/cf_details?fhnd=6334.

Employers (most of whom are near campus) are actively seeking UT students to fill their openings.  To ensure that you have the best chance of snagging a part- time job, be sure to research the companies in which you are interested and try to target your resume to that particular job or company.  Have your resume critiqued in advance—walk-in hours are available in the Office of Career Services Monday through Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m.  And, last but not least, make a favorable first impression by your professional appearance!  Business casual is the appropriate attire.  For men, that means khaki or dark slacks, a polo or cotton button-down shirt, polished leather shoes (not sandals or athletic shoes), and clean, well-groomed hair and facial hair.  For women, that means khaki or dark slacks or skirt (knee length or slightly above); a blouse, shirt, or sweater; nice flats or low heels (no sandals, flip-flops, or athletic shoes), well-groomed hair; and minimal make-up.