Two Excellent Programs Available to ALL Students

Exploring career options?

Crystallizing your career path?

Want to improve your personal career development process?

Attend the events below, sponsored by The Career Center.

Open to all years and majors!

SIX CAREER LESSONS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GRADUATE

Timeless advice for career success using the hottest comic book The Adventures of Johnny Bunko: The Last Career Guide You'll Ever Need.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009; 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 209 Bayley Hall

Monday, February 23, 2009; 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 209 Bayley Hall

LEAD YOUR PERSONAL PATH: VOCATION AND CALLING

Learn more about "Who am I?”, "Who am I called to be?", and "What am I passionate about?”

Tuesday, January 27, 2009; 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 209 Bayley Hall

Monday, February 9, 2009; 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 209 Bayley Hall

Career Advice for the Winter Break

1) Visit SHU's undergraduate majors and explore different sections including "interships & careers" - http://www.shu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs.cfm

2) Explore information about various occupations, including salary and job outlook - http://online.onetcenter.org/ and http://www.bls.gov/OCO/

3) Create a resume, log-into MyWeb, Click the Community Tab, Career Center Resources, Optimal Resources - http://myweb.shu.edu/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp

4) Become part of the Big East E-Fair -http://www.wvu.edu/~careersc/BigEast/BigEastInternshipCoopeFair2008Student.html

5) Schedule an appointment with The Career Center: Call 973-761-9355 or stop by the 2nd floor of Bayley Hall to schedule an appointment. *If this is your first appointment you will be granted access to Navigator (http://setonhall.erecruiting.com/er/security/login.jsp) which will allow you to search for occupations and internships and become connected with Pirate Mentors (alumni of SHU who are willing to assist you in your career development process).

Happy Holidays from The Career Center

The Career Center at Seton Hall University wishes you a safe, restful, and memorable holiday season. Enjoy the Winter break and we look forward to seeing you in the Spring!

2008 Essay Contest Winners

The Career Center is pleased to announce the following four contest winners who wrote essays responding to the following question:

"How does my personal experience of calling and community impact my career choice?"

$100 Pirate's Gold Winners
Kathleen S. Walsh
Kathleen Pagliaro

$50 Pirate's Gold Winners
Mahu Nair
Allison Marron

CONGRATULATIONS to the contest winners and thank you to all who submitted an essay this year.

Big East Intern eFair

Join and Register for the Big East Internship e-Fair!
Nov. 3-Dec. 31, 2008
It's not too late to join.
This is a great opportunity for all Seton Hall students.

Find an internship online 24/7
Search for opportunities from across the country
Search by industry or browse all opportunities

To Register and Get Started
Log into MonsterTRAK at http://www.monstertrak.com/
Create an account and update your resume
Log into MonsterTRAK and click on the e-Fair banner on My Desktop to start searching great opportunities.

Career Development Month Events for the Week of December 1st

What? Lead Your Personal Path: Vocation and Calling

When? Wednesday, December 3, 2008 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where? Beck A/B - Walsh Library

What? Six Career Lessons to Know Before You Graduate
When? Wednesday, December 3, 2008 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Where? Beck A/B - Walsh Library

What? Pirate Networking Event

When? Thursday, December 4, 2008 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

Career Development Events for the Week of November 17th

What? Lead Your Personal Path: Vocation and Calling
When? Monday, November 17, 2008 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Roundtable Career Conversations - Careers Using Foreign Languages

When? Tuesday, November 18, 2008 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Roundtable Career Conversations - Science--Pharmaceutical Sales, Scientific Research, Environmental, Physician's Assistant, Writing
When? Thursday, November 20, 2008 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Six Career Lessons to Know Before You Graduate

When? Thursday, November 20, 2008 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

Career Development Events for the Week of November 10th

What? Lead Your Personal Path: Vocation and Calling

When? Monday, November 10, 2008 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Law School Confidential

When? Monday, November 10, 2008 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Careers in Consumer Products and Retailing

When? Tuesday, November 11, 2008 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Lead Your Personal Path: Vocation and Calling

When? Wednesday, November 12, 2008 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Six Career Lessons to Know Before You Graduate
When? Wednesday, November 12, 2008 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Business Careers for Non-Business Majors (Round Table Career Conversation)

When? Thursday, November 13, 2008 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

What? Marketing, Management, and Sport Management (Round Table Career Conversation)
When? Thursday, November 13, 2008 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Where? Chancellor's Suite - University Center

The Ten Most Popular Majors

Link Recommended by
Rev. Forrest M. Pritchett
Faculty Mentor: Freshman Studies Program

http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/worklife/10/27/cb.what.major.pays/index.html

Also check out the sites below for more information just in time for Spring registration.

http://www.princetonreview.com/college/top-ten-majors.aspx?uidbadge=%07

http://encarta.msn.com/encnet/departments/college/?article=Top_10_Most_Popular_College_Majors

http://www.campusgrotto.com/most-popular-college-majors.html

http://www.princetonreview.com/majors.aspx?uidbadge=%07&utm_source=msn&utm_medium=partnership&utm_campaign=he

Jumpstart your Spring 2009 Registration

Stop by and meet with a Career Professional and find out what The Career Center is all about!

DROP-IN HOURS at The Career Center, Bayley Hall, 2nd Floor

(There is no appointment necessary and appointments will last for approximately 10 minutes.)
October 20th to November 5th: Come Anytime On:
Tuesday’s: between 12:30 and 2:00 PM
Wednesday’s: between 12:30 and 2:00 PM

And, please stop by our Table in the Galleon Hallway
October 20th to November 6th: Come Anytime On:
Monday’s: between 1:00 and 2:00 PM
Thursday’s: between 1:00 and 2:00 PM

Learn more about careers related to academic majors
Learn more about career opportunities that match your interests, skills, values, passions, and personality type

Annual Essay Contest for National Career Development Month

"MY CAREER, MY COMMUNITY, MY CALLING" ESSAY CONTEST

How does your personal experience of CALLING and COMMUNITY impact your CAREER choice? The top four 500-word essays will be awarded Pirate Gold prizes.

The Career Center sponsors an annual essay contest for National Career Development Month that ties together the theme "My Career, My Community, My Calling." To enter, submit a 500-word essay answering the question, "How does your personal experience of calling and community impact your career choice?" Two winners will receive $100 each, and two will receive $50 each - prize money will be added to each winner's Pirate Gold account. All essay submissions must be made to Nancy Borkowski in the Career Center (Bayley Hall 2nd floor or borkowna@shu.edu) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2008. Winners will be announced on Friday, December 5, 2008. Note: Submitting an essay does not fulfill the University Life Compass requirement.

November is Career Development Month

For a full preview of events sponsored by The Career Center occuring in November 2008 please visit the link below:

http://studentaffairs.shu.edu/career/CDMonthFlyerTCC08.pdf

Tips from the Vice President of L'Oreal

When: September 23rd at 6:45PM

Where: McNulty Hall Auditorium (Science Center)

Why: It's important to align your interest, passions, and employment. Come see this inspirational speaker and writer.

Welcome Class of 2012

Here at The Career Center we would like to officially welcome you to the Seton Hall University community. As a first year student we want you to know that we are one of the MANY resources available to you throughout your college experience. We are located on the second floor of Bayley Hall. Stop in and make an appointment to get a jumpstart on your career and to the many available resources (interviewing skills workshops, resume builders, as well as other important sources).

"The happiness of man consists in life. And life is labor...The vocation of every man and woman is to serve other people." - Leo Tolstoy

FOCUS-2 Workshops - University Life Programming for First Year Students

FOCUS-2 WORKSHOPS
Space is limited to the first 7 students for each workshop- you must sign up in advance in order to attend. This workshop is a requirement for PART, PSCI, and BART majors (meaning all pre-majors and undecided/undeclared students) for one (1) of their COMPASS events. Below are all the available workshop dates. Simply call or stop by The Career Center to register.

PART, PSCI, and BART students must sign up for a FOCUS-2 workshop no later than Tuesday, September 30th by calling (973)761-9355.

September Workshops
Tuesday, September 30 4:00-5:00 p.m.

October Workshops
Wednesday, October 1 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Friday, October 3 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Monday, October 6 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 8 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 9 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Monday, October 13 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Friday, October 17 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Monday, October 20 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 23 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Monday, October 27 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 29 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 30 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Friday, October 31 2:00-3:00 p.m.

November Workshops
Monday, November 3 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Monday, November 3 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 6* 3:00-4:00 p.m.*
Tuesday, November 11 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Monday, November 17 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 18 3:00-4:00 p.m.

December Workshops
Tuesday, December 2* 2:00-3:00 p.m.*
Tuesday, December 2* 3:00-4:00 p.m.*

Location
Bayley Hall Room 209
*Walsh Library Beck A/B

Meet the Pirate Mentor

Major: Communication

Chris Colbert graduated Magna Cum Laude, in May 2007, from Seton Hall University with a BA in Communication. While at SHU, Chris worked on Pirate TV as a writer and on-air for the music show Rock U, and creator/producer of Pirate Feud. Starting junior year he interned for two semesters with Sirius Satellite Radio’s comedy department. During his final college semester, Chris began working as a consultant for Sirius’ FOXXHOLE channel where he was instrumental in creating and launching the new Jamie Foxx comedy channel. After the station’s launch, Chris was hired as the Production Coordinator and is now the Producer for The FOXXHOLE, and shoulders many of the daily operations.

Advice: To all first year students I recommend meeting as many people as possible, inside and outside of your major. Speaking from experience, the people that you meet during the first year of college, can be friends that you share a stronger bond with than any other friends you make throughout your college career. These are the people that you will potentially be friends with for at least the next four years and can be the same people that help you get to where you want to be in the years that follow. I have helped more than a few friends either land internships or jobs in the short two years that I have been away from Seton Hall University. I was able to do so because I trusted these people from past experiences, whether they were work related or otherwise. In short, make friends and stay in touch.

Another word of advice is to get to know your professors. If you already know the career path that you would like to take after college, than get to know some of the teachers that are currently working in that field. I have run in to few professors at Seton Hall that only serve as teachers. Most of them are out working in the field that they teach, and have much knowledge and contacts that they would be willing to share if they were only asked. The same goes for those students who are not yet sure of their career or even major. It is even more important for you to talk to professors about their career so that you can find out whether it is something that truly interests you.

In that same thought, reach out to us Pirate Mentors. We have signed up to be a part of this alumni service so that we can help students figure out what they would like to do with their education and career.

My last word of advice is to have fun. Enjoy being in college as it is an opportunity that comes around once in your life (Undergrad at least) and is also not something that everyone has the privilege to experience. Work hard of course, but as I have had to be told numerous times by countless people, life is all about BALANCE. You are young, and as I am sure that you may be ambitious to make a lot of money or be the best at what you do, you have time to do it. Do not burn yourself out trying to do too much, too fast or all at once. My boss uses a lot of analogies so I will try one here… Of course you want to get to the top of the mountain, but you don’t just sprint to the top if you’ve never climbed it before. If you do, you may end up falling to the bottom or getting tired and giving up. To reach the top of the mountain, you must move at your own pace and take whatever path suites you best.

What Can I Gain From Completing FOCUS-2?

Have you ever completed a career assessment before? The Class of 2012 at SHU is fortunate because The Career Center has introduced a brand new career assessment with state-of-the-art features.

With FOCUS-2 not only can you take five brief career assessments (interests, personality, skills, values, leisure interests) which will list occupations compatible with your results, but you can also combine these results together to generate a list of careers that encompass a combination of occupations most compatible with you!

Once you have registered, you can log into FOCUS-2 at any time and research over 1200 occupations. Be prepared for those questions you know you will receive: "What do you want to do with your life?" and "What is your major?"

FOCUS-2 also allows you to find out "What Can I Do With a Major in..." Learn more about SHU majors at http://www.shu.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs.html

“Each man has his own vocation; his talent is his call. There is one direction in which all space is open to him.”-Ralph Waldo Emerson

How is college different than high school?

High school is mandatory and usually free.
College is voluntary and expensive.

In high school your time is structured by others.
In college you manage your own time.

Each day in high school you proceed from one class directly to another, spending 30 hours a week in class.
In college you often have hours between classes; class times vary throughout the day and evening and you spend usually 12 to 16 hours each week in class.

High school teachers often take time to remind you of assignments and due dates.
College professors expect you to read, save, and consult the course syllabus, which outlines what is expected of you, when it is due, and how you will be graded.

Tips on the Transition to College

• Visit The Career Center to get a jump start on your career development process.
• Find a way that works for you to manage your time academically, socially, and individually.
• Set goals for the semester, the year, and your college career.

Reference: The compiled list regarding differences between high school and college and advice is adapted from http://www.smu.edu/alec/whyhighschool.html

Welcome Class of 2012

Congratulations on your acceptance to SHU and welcome to the Seton Hall University community. At The Career Center, we would like to extend our warm welcome and outline a few key points to help prepare you career-wise for your exciting first year of college:

• Check this site regularly for updates on career resources, events, and announcements.
• Schedule a one-on-one appointment with your First Year Career Center Counselors: (Nancy Borkowski, Ed.D., Maureen Creagh-Kaiser, Ph.D., and David Tirpak, M.Ed.). We look forward to meeting with you.
• Take the FOCUS-2 Career Assessment. For information on how to access this career assessment: 1) Log into http://myweb.shu.edu/webapps/portal/frameset.jsp and click the "Community" tab for "Career Center Resources." Instructions are found under the "Class of 2012" tab.
• Stay tuned for information on Career Development Month in November of 2008.

"The vocation of every man and woman is to serve other people."--Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy

Occupation Hunting

Wouldn't it be great if there was a website to learn about occupations, job tasks, skills, work activities, salary information and much more?

http://online.onetcenter.org/find/family?f=0&g=Go

FOCUS-2

FOCUS-2 is an online, self-guided, interactive program designed to help you select the right college major and plan your career based on your personal interests, values, skills, personality and aspirations.

Advantages of having a career plan:

While In College:

• Fewer transfers & switching of majors
• Graduate on time
• More motivated & goal focused
• Higher academic achievement

After Graduation:

• Better entry job with higher income
• More satisfied with the chosen career field
• Less career change, faster career advancement

Reference: America’s Career Research Network Association-US Dept Education.

Interview Advice from Seton Hall's Career Center

Hear from the Director of Seton Hall's Career Center on Interviewing Tips and Advice.

Visit http://www.careertv.com/CareerTVShow/CareerTVShowPage.aspx?VideoID=903 (link no longer available)

Summer Internships and Summer Jobs

• Are you interested in obtaining relevant work experience within your selected major?
• Not sure what you might want to do as a career?
• Is your summer schedule more flexible than during the school year?
• Do you want to find out what jobs/internships might be available near your hometown?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may want to consider an internship for the summer.

Make an appointment with Seton Hall's Career Center (973-761-9355) to set up an appointment to review the guidelines to obtain an internship for this summer!

Your first appointment will access you to Navigator / eRecruiting, The Career Center's internal online career management system.

Navigator / eRecruiting offers numerous career resources:
Career Center approved internships
Access to full-time jobs posted by alumni and employers
Calendar of career events and employer information sessions sponsored by The Career Center.
Pirate Mentoring Program, an online alumni networking/mentoring system (Pirate Navigator can be accessed by clicking on Mentor in Navigator/eRecruiting)

Don't have a resume? Meet with a career professional to learn about our resume program -Optimal Resume.

Make your appointment today!

Do you know your TYPE?

Realistic, hands-on people tend to be practical and straightforward. They like to work with concrete objects. Careers compatible with this personality type: electrician, orthodontist, surgical technologist, biomedical engineer.

Investigative people are analytical, intellectual, and scientific. Typically, they like to gather a lot of information before making decisions. And they question ideas that aren't backed up by rational data. Compatible careers: professor, software developer, physician's assistant, veterinarian, librarian.

Artistic people are creative and imaginative, as you might expect. But they can also be strong problem solvers, since they bring an intuitive mindset that complements the more rational approach others might offer. Compatible careers: landscape architect, graphic designer, director or producer, interior designer, editor.

Social people often end up in "helping" professions where attributes like patience, empathy, and generosity make a difference. They're often strong team players good at achieving consensus. Compatible careers: school psychologist, mediator, nurse, physical therapist, social worker.

Enterprising people are competitive, energetic extroverts. They often end up as entrepreneurs or group leaders, and prefer to delegate the pieces of a project while focusing on the big picture. Compatible careers: executive, financial manager, sales rep, sales manager.

Conventional people, also described as orderly, are somewhat misnamed. They're not necessarily bland, though they do tend to be reserved, careful, and efficient. These are the folks who handle all the details that keep the trains running on time. Compatible careers: accountant, actuary, financial planner, technical writer, building inspector.

Source: http://www.usnews.com/usnews/biztech/articles/070719/19careers.intro.htm

For a more detailed understanding of your TYPE consider taking a career assessment offered for free at the Career Center. Meet with a career professional how your TYPE can relate to the occupation you choose to pursue.

Log into MYWEB, click the Community Tab, and find Career Center Resources for information on taking a Career Assessment.

Meet a Pirate Mentor

Background Information
Mark Ganton is a principal of Brian J. Ganton & Associates.
Brian J. Ganton & Associates (BGA) is a multi-disciplinary branding
and advertising firm founded in 1972 in New York City. BGA has over
35 years of experience with household consumer brands like GE, Skoal
and Reader’s Digest and leading building product brands including
Pergo, Rubbermaid and DuPont (http://www.ganton.com/). In 2007, Mark was selected by New Jersey Business Magazine as one of New Jersey’s 40 most dynamic business leaders under the age of 40. In 2008, Mark was selected by Graphic Design USA as a Person to Watch in the field of branding, advertising and design.

Major at Seton Hall
History

Current Field
Advertising

Advice to First Year Students from Mark Ganton
As a first year student, I remember dealing with a lot of new things and feeling a bit overwhelmed. What major should I choose? Should I minor in something? What kind of career do I want? It seemed that some of my friends and classmates had it all figured out. At the time I wished I had a roadmap for the rest of my life. But it didn't work out that way for me and in hindsight, I am kind of glad. Again, for others it is clear cut and the journey is a little more scripted out and that is great.

For those that are unsure I would offer a few pieces of advice. First, you are not alone and there is nothing wrong with a healthy amount skepticism deciding on a major and career path, so relax. Second, sample what is out there.

1) If you are not a business student, take a business class. A business class is helpful no matter what career field you select.
2) Work for a semester as an Intern. Internships help you learn what a possible job or field is all about.

3) Talk to SHU mentors, Pirate Mentors, in your field of interest and "pick their brains."

Also, it is never too early to network. Not only with students but with SHU Alums. As Alumni Board President Elect I am constantly meeting SHU Alums that are in prominent positions in Government, Business, Media, Education, Marketing, Advertising, PR. Sports etc. Take advantage of that.

Other Advice
Get involved while at school. Join the Student Alumni Association or any other worthwhile committee or organization. The friends you make there will go on to other things after graduation--so stay in touch, it sounds like 4 years is a ways off but it comes around quickly.

Lastly, have fun. Find things you like to do and explore them. If you like sports but may not be an athlete, look into Sports Management or see if WSOU has an opportunity to call a game, etc. People who are successful are doing what they love to do.

For more information about Seton Hall's Pirate Mentor Program visit:
http://studentaffairs.shu.edu/career/alumni-piratepride-piratenavigator-lookingforamentor.html
and call Seton Hall's Career Center at 973-761-9355 to set up an appointment with a Career Professional to learn more!