Spring 2013 Programming
Career Services Spring 2013 Programming Schedule
Acing Your First Interview, January 24, 2013, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., UTPB Mac Boring Room, Moderator: Tony Love, Director, Career Services, UT-Permian Basin. How do you prepare for and win the job of your dreams? What are employers looking for? What subtle things can you do to ruin your chance of being extended an offer? How do you prepare your one minute elevator speech? UTPB Career Center Director Tony Love will lead you through the steps of preparing for and conducting a successful interview. A free lunch will be provided from 12 noon to 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general public.
Grad School: Is it Right for You? February 7, 2013, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., UTPB Mac Boring Room. UTPB Vice President of Graduate Studies and Research Dr. Juli Ratheal will guide you through important grad school considerations including deadlines, selection criteria, applications, the GRE/GMAT/TOEFL, G.P.A.'s, acceptance of non-degree seeking students, costs and UTPB programs of study. Opportunities for grad assistantships and scholarships will be discussed. The UTPB Career Services department will provide a free lunch for all attendees from noon until 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general public.
Your Guide to Living and Working Overseas, February 21, 2013, Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderators: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center and Enrique Romero, Director, UTPB-SBDC. Learn how to do your homework before accepting an offer to work overseas. Discussions will revolve around political and safety issues, assimilation, contract negotiations, tax consequences, and passport/visa considerations. A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m. and door prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the presentation. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general publc.
UTPB Engineering/Industrial Technology "Meet and Greet", February 28, 2013, UTPB CEED Building Lobby, Corner of 1788/191, directions http://ceed.utpb.edu/maps-directions/. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., dress is business casual and finger foods will be served.
Companies registered to date: Victaulic, Nicholas Consulting Group, Energen Resources Corporation, Dixie Electric, Halliburton, Danos, Westech Seal, Natural Gas Services Group, Leam Drilling Systems, ConocoPhillips, Cook Compression, Saulsbury Industries, Chevron, Universal Pressure Pumping, Inc., Occidental Permian Ltd, Cudd Energy Services, Henry Resources LLC
How to Prepare an Effective Resume Using Quantitative Statements, March 21, 2013, UTPB Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderator: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center. Learn how quantitative statements and action verbs can enhance your resume. Resumes for education majors will also be discussed along with cover letters and thank you letters. This event is open to all students and the general public. A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m.
UTPB Spring 2013 Job Fair, March 28, 2013, UTPB Gym, 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Bring plenty of resumes, dress for success and come prepared to interview. This event will allow you to interview with over 50 companies representing private/public companies, municipalities, school districts and federal/state agencies. This event is also open to the general public.
Companies registered to date: Armstrong, Backus & Co., LLP., Ask Industries, Bed Bath & Beyond, Cintas Corporation, Dismas Charities Inc., Enterprise Rent A Car, Fesco, LTD., First Capital Bank of Texas, First Convenience Bank, Fort Stockton ISD, Johnson Miller & Co., CPA's PC, Kelly Services, Midland ISD, Pecos Barstow Toyah ISD, Permian Basin Community Centers, Schlumberger, Seminole Memorial Hospital, Snelling Staffing, Adult Protective Services, Texas Department of Public Safety, Weidner Apartment Homes, Western National Bank, Urenco USA, Target, National Oilwell Varco, Greater Opportunities of the Permian Basin, United Rentals, My Community Federal Credit Union, Devon Energy Corporation, Whataburger, The GEO Group- Big Spring Correctional Facility, Dixie Electric, Weatherford, FDIC, Texas State Comptroller of Public Accounts, Leam Drilling Systems, Rockwater Energy Solutions, Bobby Cox Companies, Medical Center Hospital, Midland College, UPS, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin, Signature Seafoods, McCoy's Building Supply, Complex Community Federal Credit Union, Wayne Workwear, Fastenal, ECISD, Empirica, Utex Industries Inc., Texas Teachers Alternative Certification, Eco-logical Environmental Services, Wink-Loving ISD, PTI Group USA, Midland Shuttle Services, Hastings Entertainment, Home Depot, Lithia Motors, Hertz Corporation, Robert Half Finance & Accounting, Green Mountain, Cain Electrical Supply, Domino's Pizza, Napa Auto Parts, Red Lobster, Sewell Family of Companies, Inc., The Reynolds Company, ICA Broadcasting, Starbucks Coffee Company, Trican, City of Midland, Hilliard, AT&T, Salt Grass, Springleaf Financial, Region 18 ESC, Andrews ISD, Compressor Systems
If you are an employer, call 432-552-2633 for registration information.
Your Guide to Internships, April 11, 2013, UTPB Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderator: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center. Mr. Love will cover:
- The Fair Labor Standards Act six part test that an employer must meet before they can advertise an "unpaid internship."
- What components should be included in an internship?
- Where do you find internships?
- How should you approach your internship?
- Disclosure agreements
Also on hand, to talk about internship opportunities within their companies will be:
- David Meek, Talent Acquisition and Compensation Manager for Concho Resources
- Blake Howard, Area Manager, Enterprise Rent A Car
- Lisa Bennett/Beatriz Merino local Managers with Target Corporation
- Brenda Huffty, Regional Manager, Weidner Properties
A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all students and the general public.
Careers 101
Acing Your First Interview, January 24, 2013, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., UTPB Mac Boring Room, Moderator: Tony Love, Director, Career Services, UT-Permian Basin. How do you prepare for and win the job of your dreams? What are employers looking for? What subtle things can you do to ruin your chance of being extended an offer? How do you prepare your one minute elevator speech? UTPB Career Center Director Tony Love will lead you through the steps of preparing for and conducting a successful interview. A free lunch will be provided from 12 noon to 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general public.
Grad School: Is it Right for You? February 7, 2013, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., UTPB Mac Boring Room. UTPB Vice President of Graduate Studies and Research Dr. Juli Ratheal will guide you through important grad school considerations including deadlines, selection criteria, applications, the GRE/GMAT/TOEFL, G.P.A.'s, acceptance of non-degree seeking students, costs and UTPB programs of study. Opportunities for grad assistantships and scholarships will be discussed. The UTPB Career Services department will provide a free lunch for all attendees from noon until 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general public.
Your Guide to Living and Working Overseas, February 21, 2013, Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderators: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center and Enrique Romero, Director, UTPB-SBDC. Learn how to do your homework before accepting an offer to work overseas. Discussions will revolve around political and safety issues, assimilation, contract negotiations, tax consequences, and passport/visa considerations. A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m. and door prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the presentation. This event is open to all UTPB students and the general publc.
UTPB Engineering/Industrial Technology "Meet and Greet", February 28, 2013, UTPB CEED Building Lobby, Corner of 1788/191, directions http://ceed.utpb.edu/maps-directions/. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., dress is business casual and finger foods will be served.
Companies registered to date: Victaulic, Nicholas Consulting Group, Energen Resources Corporation, Dixie Electric, Halliburton, Danos, Westech Seal, Natural Gas Services Group, Leam Drilling Systems, ConocoPhillips, Cook Compression, Saulsbury Industries, Chevron, Universal Pressure Pumping, Inc., Occidental Permian Ltd, Cudd Energy Services, Henry Resources LLC
How to Prepare an Effective Resume Using Quantitative Statements, March 21, 2013, UTPB Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderator: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center. Learn how quantitative statements and action verbs can enhance your resume. Resumes for education majors will also be discussed along with cover letters and thank you letters. This event is open to all students and the general public. A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m.
UTPB Spring 2013 Job Fair, March 28, 2013, UTPB Gym, 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. Bring plenty of resumes, dress for success and come prepared to interview. This event will allow you to interview with over 50 companies representing private/public companies, municipalities, school districts and federal/state agencies. This event is also open to the general public.
Companies registered to date: Armstrong, Backus & Co., LLP., Ask Industries, Bed Bath & Beyond, Cintas Corporation, Dismas Charities Inc., Enterprise Rent A Car, Fesco, LTD., First Capital Bank of Texas, First Convenience Bank, Fort Stockton ISD, Johnson Miller & Co., CPA's PC, Kelly Services, Midland ISD, Pecos Barstow Toyah ISD, Permian Basin Community Centers, Schlumberger, Seminole Memorial Hospital, Snelling Staffing, Adult Protective Services, Texas Department of Public Safety, Weidner Apartment Homes, Western National Bank, Urenco USA, Target, National Oilwell Varco, Greater Opportunities of the Permian Basin, United Rentals, My Community Federal Credit Union, Devon Energy Corporation, Whataburger, The GEO Group- Big Spring Correctional Facility, Dixie Electric, Weatherford, FDIC, Texas State Comptroller of Public Accounts, Leam Drilling Systems, Rockwater Energy Solutions, Bobby Cox Companies, Medical Center Hospital, Midland College, UPS, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin, Signature Seafoods, McCoy's Building Supply, Complex Community Federal Credit Union, Wayne Workwear, Fastenal, ECISD, Empirica, Utex Industries Inc., Texas Teachers Alternative Certification, Eco-logical Environmental Services, Wink-Loving ISD, PTI Group USA, Midland Shuttle Services, Hastings Entertainment, Home Depot, Lithia Motors, Hertz Corporation, Robert Half Finance & Accounting, Green Mountain, Cain Electrical Supply, Domino's Pizza, Napa Auto Parts, Red Lobster, Sewell Family of Companies, Inc., The Reynolds Company, ICA Broadcasting, Starbucks Coffee Company, Trican, City of Midland, Hilliard, AT&T, Salt Grass, Springleaf Financial, Region 18 ESC, Andrews ISD, Compressor Systems
If you are an employer, call 432-552-2633 for registration information.
Your Guide to Internships, April 11, 2013, UTPB Mac Boring Room, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Moderator: Tony Love, Director, UTPB Career Center. Mr. Love will cover:
- The Fair Labor Standards Act six part test that an employer must meet before they can advertise an "unpaid internship."
- What components should be included in an internship?
- Where do you find internships?
- How should you approach your internship?
- Disclosure agreements
Also on hand, to talk about internship opportunities within their companies will be:
- David Meek, Talent Acquisition and Compensation Manager for Concho Resources
- Blake Howard, Area Manager, Enterprise Rent A Car
- Lisa Bennett/Beatriz Merino local Managers with Target Corporation
- Brenda Huffty, Regional Manager, Weidner Properties
A free lunch will be provided from noon to 12:30 p.m. This event is open to all students and the general public.
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