March 5, 2013 Barnard College Career Development Elliott Hall, 2nd Floor www.barnard.edu/cd (212) 854-2033 STAFF Robert Earl, Jr. Director Won Kang Senior Assoc. Director Rachel Tannenbaum Assoc. Director / Student Programming Valerie Chow Assoc. Director / Civic Engagement & Experiential Learning Karen Worthing Assoc. Director / Employer Relations & Campus Recruitment Victoria Passarella Assoc. Director / Student & Alumnae Career Education Christine Shin Alumnae Counselor Talia Schatz Career Counselor Katherine Hendry Assistant Director Lindsey Allen Assistant to the Director Hiraida Crespo Office Assistant Bruce Ross Administrative Assistant Nancy Ferro Recruiting Program Assistant Alicia Morrisey Student Employment Assistant Maria Castex Newsletter Editor
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WHAT TO DO WITH A MAJOR IN ANTHROPOLOGY? You’ve decided on a major and are not sure what career path to follow after college. To help you out, we asked Barnard alumni who majored in anthropology to share their career experiences with you! Alexandra Ingber’12, Case Manager, Atlanta Asylum Network I decided to study anthropology (coupled with human rights) because I have always been interested in global public health. I wanted to understand a variety of cultural contexts in which I hope to work. One of the key aspects of anthropology is cultural sensitivity; in global public health, I did not want to seem like an outsider arriving in a community and telling the people what would be the best health intervention. I wanted to study anthropology to gain this worldly perspective. Currently, I am pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health in the Global Health department. In addition to my coursework, I volunteer at the Atlanta Asylum Network (AAN) as a case manager. AAN provides asylum seekers a physical and psychological exam so that a medical affidavit can be written and presented at asylum hearings. As a case manager I perform the intake interview with the client, and my anthropological studies have helped me approach a situation with care, understand the cultural context, and allow me to see the bigger picture. Having an anthropology background has also helped me understand that a public health intervention in a European country may not have the same results in an African country. Sabrina Nichelle Scott'87, Ethnographer, Consumer Analyst and Independent Research Consultant, SmartRevenue My name is Sabrina Nichelle Scott. I am an accomplished consumer anthropologist and insights professional with a PhD in anthropology and an MBA who helps clients strategically differentiate their brands, products, and services. During my junior year at Barnard, I declared my major in anthropology because of my innate curiosity in what drives human behavior. I was drawn to the discipline of anthropology because of its holistic framework and cross-cultural comparative perspective. I knew I wanted to apply what I learned in anthropology to corporate cultures and business settings. It was through an Employer Expo at the American Anthropological Association Annual Meeting that I became interested in consumer anthropology, particularly innovation research and strategy. I have a broad range of skills encompassing ethnography (in-home, in-store, and elsewhere), interviewing both online and off, and quantitative methods. As an Ethnographer, Consumer Analyst, and Independent Research Consultant, I work with global teams to collect and analyze data, present findings, and shopper insights to retailers and manufacturers in various industries. I help clients understand customer purchase decisions and research-based product development opportunities. As a result, my insights drive category and brand growth and customer satisfaction. 1
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ELECTRONIC RESOURCES 3. Linsey Pollak is a bestselling author and recognized expert on next generation career and workplace trends. A Global Spokesperson for LinkedIn and author of Getting from College to Career, Pollak’s website offers a variety of resources, including book recommendations and a blog. Some of her most recent blog posts have covered top job search trends of 2013, tips for networking through social media, and how to network with alumni on LinkedIn.
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Market Research Analyst: study market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to examine potential sales of a product or service. They help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price. Attorney: act as both advocates and advisors. As advocates, they represent one of the parties in criminal and civil trials by presenting evidence and arguing in court to support their client. As advisors, they counsel their clients about their legal rights and obligations and suggest courses of action in business and personal matters. All attorneys research the intent of laws and judicial decisions and apply the laws to the specific circumstances that their clients face. Management Consultant: help organizations solve issues, create value, maximize growth and improve business performance. They use their business skills to provide objective advice, expertise and specialist skills which the organization may be lacking. Social Worker: provide social services and assistance to improve the social and psychological functioning of people with specific needs. Specializations include: child and family, medical and public health, or mental health and substance abuse. University Faculty: teach related courses in their subject and may instruct undergraduate and/or graduate students. College and university faculty lecture in large halls, lead small seminars, and supervise student research. They prepare lectures, exercises, and laboratory experiments, grade exams and papers, as well as advise and work with students individually. Grantmaker: review applications and requests for proposals, create policy and guidelines for awards, conduct site visits and build relationships with grantee and partners. Grantmaking varies in size and scope from large, national corporate giving programs to small, local family foundations. Public Interest Advocate: work for lobbies or think tanks representing socially and politically significant causes. Public interest advocates are integral in both the research process and working with legislators and the public to support these issues. Policymaker: influence or determine policies and practices at an international, national, regional, or local level. Government policymakers study historical and statistical data to decide what types of legal changes are most needed and will be the most effective. Community Organizer: work to advance racial and economic justice, promote democracy, teach leadership, and develop the sustainability of communities through grassroots campaigns. Public Administration: analyze information, oversee expenditures, draft and implement governmental and public policy, manage people and resources, conduct safety inspections, investigate suspected criminal activity, serve as consultants, and in general act as stewards of public interest.
Sources: http://www.bls.gov/ http://whatcanidowiththismajor.com/major/
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READING BETWEEN THE LINES According to the Barnard curriculum catalogue, an anthropology major should be able to “develop an anthropological sensibility that enables one to distill social meaning from everyday encounters…” I’m not going to lie, I’m a little jealous that you anthro majors are trained to figure out where someone’s coming from and what they really mean. That’s a skill that I could have used right out of college.
Advice for The New Careerist By Terri Tierney Clark
When I started my career on Wall Street, I assumed people meant what they said; and they did most of the time. But I went down the wrong track enough to realize that it helps to be able to dissect what a colleague really means. And I don’t think my experience is unique to the financial industry. In fact, I imagine finance professionals in NYC are more brusque and to-the-point than most. In any office, being able to read between the lines will benefit your work relationships and career potential. There are three primary types of situations where you’ll be wise to consider alternate meanings from your colleagues: when office politics influences the outcome, when someone is avoiding an uncomfortable situation, and when well-meaning advisors deliver biased guidance.
Terri Tierney Clark is Editor of Advice for the New Careerist, a blog designed to help women in the early stages of their careers. A Wall Street veteran, Tierney Clark graduated from Smith College and earned an MBA at Dartmouth’s Tuck School. She spent ten years at Merrill Lynch & Co. where she was among the first female Managing Directors in the investment banking division, managed the Real Estate Private Equity Placement business and was a member of the firm’s first Women’s Steering Committee, which sought to deal with issues affecting young women in the corporate landscape. She now runs an advisory business, Summit Equity Advisors, which offers private equity placement services to corporate clients. LINK: www.thenewcareerist.com/
Office Politics. Office politics puts a twist in the survival of the fittest concept. The fittest in the office relies not only on who’s the smartest, most creative, most analytical or most compelling, but who has an in with the decision makers. When office politics rule a workplace, you need to be particularly perceptive if you’re handed a compliment; it may be meant to throw you off track. Let’s say you ask to be on a particular high profile assignment at your company. Your past work experience makes you uniquely qualified to work on the project but your manager says he needs you instead on a smaller project. Your boss may be truthfully managing project flow. But if he’s saving the preferred project for a peer who has developed a better relationship with him, then your assignment should be a wake-up call. It’s time to focus on networking to position yourself on the right side of future political equations. Uncomfortable Situations. We’ve all avoided giving brutally honest assessments to friends in our past. Why should your boss be any different? Actually, managers are supposed to offer constructive advice, but, to be honest, they don’t all have the stomach for it. If you are consistently not invited to client meetings and told there are too many attendees, it’s possible your boss doesn’t see how you would add to these types of meeting. If your sixth sense tells you that the number of attendees isn’t the real reason you’ve been sidelined, plan to chat with your boss, and ask him for suggestions on your professional development. Well-Meaning Advisors. Well-meaning advisors don’t intentionally mislead you; nonetheless, you should consider influences that shaped their thinking. Whether advisors realize it or not, their suggestions may reflect a personal bias to keep you working with them. A mentor’s background also plays a role in forming her recommendations. Lastly, it’s important to remember that mentors aren’t always right. We tend to select our advisors because of their strong character traits and patterns of success. And some of us can be accused of elevating them to superhero status. But no office professional is infallible, especially when it comes to looking into the future. You don’t need to over-analyze every decision, compliment and piece of advice you receive at your office, but it’s worthwhile to step back and consider the motivations and experiences of the people who are affecting your career. 3
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PEER CAREER ADVISOR BUZZ COVETED SKILLS FOR 2103 By Elissa Mendez-Renk There was an article written in the Wall Street Journal in late 2012 regarding what employers want to see in potential candidates in the year ahead. Here are a few qualities that seemed particularly relevant:
THE PCA’S KATE BERGIN’13
Sociology
GERALDINE CHEUNG’14
Economics and math JOHANNA COHEN’15
Psychology
Strong communication The temptation to condense, meme-ify, or otherwise abbreviate our communications is prevalent. Fortunately for us, Barnard will push and prod you all through your college years to use your voice and to strengthen your writing style. You will be surprised how valuable this skill will become in the workplace. Positive online presence If you type in your name to Google and are displeased to find that there are unflattering pictures or links to sites of an essay that you wrote in the 5th grade, then it's time to update your profile. Your online presence is what is referred to as your "digital footprint." Companies will use this to track you and human-resources executives will have access to everything that is public.
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Political science and English PRISCILLA FLORES’14
Archaeology
LILY ICANGELO’13
English, Art History (minor) ALEXA HAMMEL’13
Psychology
ELISSA MENDEZ-RENK’13
Music, French (minor) JACKIE ROSSITER’13
Comparative Literature and Women’s, Gender & Sexuality Studies SYLVIA SCODRO’14
Economics
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Flexibility The skills you are acquiring today may not apply in ten years, or five, or even three. Companies and departments are adapting quickly to changing environments and the demands of our times. Take every opportunity to learn, whether it’s through attending a workshop, networking with another professional, or reading and doing research on a relevant topic. Source: http://online.wsj.com/article/ SB10001424127887324735104578118902763095818.html
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FEATURED INTERNSHIPS For these and other great opportunities, check out NACElink at www.barnard.edu/cd. Agnes Denes Studio - Intern. Renowned environmental artist Agnes Denes is looking for a student to work in her studio in Soho as her personal assistant. Work will involve preparing for exhibitions, assisting with artworks, organization of the studio, working on design concepts, photography, some writing, etc. Transportation Alternatives - Summer Intern. Transportation Alternatives (T.A.), NYC’s leading advocacy group for bicycling, walking and public transit, seeks students for their 2013 Internship Program. Interns will be exposed to the ins and outs of social change, New York City government and politics and a career in the non-profit sector through individual and group projects alongside T.A. staff. U.S. Fund for UNICEF - Fundraising and Development Intern. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF (USF) supports UNICEF’s work through fundraising, advocacy, and education in the United States. USF seeks an intern for the Major & Leadership Gifts department interested in learning more about fundraising and development activities at an international nonprofit organization. The internship will provide an opportunity for the intern to gain an understanding of USF and UNICEF’s work around the world, and learn more about the world of philanthropy. The Research Board - Intern. The Research Board (RB), established in 1973, is a research and business strategy organization based in New York City dedicated to the technological issues confronting the chief information officers (CIOs) of the world's largest companies. Interns support the RB’s research and programs teams, conducting deep analytical research and participating in the ongoing work to maintain and strengthen relationships with members. Department of Pediatrics, Columbia Medical Center - Research Assistant. The Department of Epidemiology at the Mailman School of Public Health seeks a Research Intern for an NIH-funded research study on the genetic causes of congenital heart disease. The goal of the study is to identify genes involved in congenital heart disease. Alan Klotz Gallery - Global Operations Summer Intern. AllianceBernstein is a leading global investment management firm that offers high-quality research and diversified investment services. This program is designed to provide a select group of students from diverse backgrounds with first-hand exposure to careers within the Institutional Operations Division. The Supply Education Group - Graphics Intern. The Supply is a non-profit organization based out Long Island City that builds secondary schools in slums, empowering children to ignite transformation in their neighborhoods. The Graphics Design Intern will be assisting The Supply Education Group team with info graphics, pamphlet designs, and general design needs. Ameson Education and Culture Exchange Foundation - Summer English Teacher in China. Looking for a paid job abroad with free housing, full reimbursement for airfare, and even more amazing benefits? The Ameson Education and Cultural Exchange Foundation is looking for students graduating in the Spring of 2013 to participate in our Ameson Year in China program. 5
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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES SUMMER 2013 ALUMNAE AND DONOR SPONSORED INTERNSHIP GRANT PROGRAM Barnard offers funding for unpaid internships through alumnae and donor sponsored grants. The maximum award is $2,000 for a summer internship. The Summer 2013 Internship Grant Program is open to students from the classes of 2013, 2014 and 2015. The online grant application is available on our website.
GET VOLUNTEER AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT RELATED INTERNSHIP AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN YOUR EMAIL!
Grantees are expected to have secured internships by the application date. Additional requirements include participating in an online discussion community, submitting a learning action plan, and attending a professional development event. INFO: www.barnard.edu/cd APPLICATION: http://www.barnard.edu/cd/students/funding/internship-grants
Sign up for the New York City Civic Engagement Program email listserv. You will receive weekly announcements of newly posted civic engagementrelated opportunities. SIGN-UP: www.barnard.edu/
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COMMUNITY IMPACT VAN AMSON FELLOWSHIP INFO: cifellowshipfund@gmail.com DEADLINE: Friday, March 15, 2013
Become a George Van Amson Fellow and earn $3,000 and sponsored summer housing in support of an unpaid nonprofit or service learning internship! Established by Community Impact at Columbia University, the GVA Fellowship supports Columbia, SEAS, Barnard, and GS undergraduate students in a social justice internship during the summer of 2013. The fellowship must take place in New York City, be at least eight weeks in duration, and 30 hours per week. Please visit the GVA Webpage to access the application and additional Fellowship Information. Three GVA Fellowships opportunities are available: work at a local nonprofit organization in an unpaid position, at Community Impact on a selfinitiated project proposal that fulfills a particular organizational need, or assist a faculty member in the research and development of a service learning course
VOLUNTEER FOCUS: SHORE SOUP PROJECT What began in response to Hurricane Sandy’s destruction of Rockaway is now a model for community building by creating access to healthy food. The impetus behind the Shore Soup Project’s ongoing work is a desire to improve the quality of people’s lives, through sharing healthy food, community support and connection with other needed resources. The organization prepares organic soups and salads, with produce donations collected by and purchased from NY State farmers, composts its food scraps and delivers by bicycle cart. The organization’s focus on sustainability is rooted in the desire to rebuild Rockaway greener, pairing environmental and social concerns. INFORMATION: http://shoresoupproject.org/volunteer/ 6
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RACHEL’S CORNER What Your Supervisor Wants You to Know (Without Telling You) By Rachel Tannenbaum Sure, you know you should probably have an internship or two before your graduate. Not surprisingly, you are also cognizant of the fact that you need to fulfill the specified internship requirements. Just arrive on time, and have a good attitude, and there’s a HUGE possibility you will be wanted for a full-time position, right? Not necessarily. Read below to see what makes you a truly desired hire. Have fun, but not too much fun. In many cases, students will forget how important it is to let their personality shine during interviews and in their professional work. While you put in the diligent time and energy at your internship, it’s alright to enjoy yourself, get to know your colleagues, and add humor and amusement to the work environment. Still, there is a delicate balance. Make sure your behavior doesn’t border on unprofessional, inappropriate or immature. Ask for more work and to take on more responsibility. A job description is just a starting point in any position. You should always think about how you can add additional value to your hosting organization. Have a new idea for a marketing strategy? Want to lend a hand to another team that is clearly understaffed? Make sure to bring it up, explain how you can help and follow through on your additional commitments. Act as if you are always being observed. Perhaps your supervisor isn’t always glaring over your shoulder, but make no mistake, she or he is usually well aware of what you’re up to. Make sure you treat other company members, interns and faculty staff with utmost respect, and make sure to carry yourself professionally. Whether you are talking to a front desk assistant, or surfing Facebook, your actions and behavior are on display and open to judgment.
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS For more information, visit www.barnard.edu/cd
WOMEN AT TECHNOLOGY CAREERS You are the CEO of YOU, Inc: Careers in Technology Are Not What You Think But What You Make of Them Hear from 3 successful women about their paths and how they leverage their technology backgrounds. Learn various ways to position yourself for success. Panelists: Deborah Danielson CA Technologies SVP, M&A Strategy & CA Distinguished Engineer Joyce Brocaglia CEO of Alta Associates, Inc. The Executive Women’s Forum on Information Security, Risk Management & Privacy Galina Datskovsky, Ph.D., CRM Senior Vice President Information Governance Autonomy an HP Company
EMPLOYER FOCUS: UPLIFT EDUCATION Join Uplift Education for an information session and learn more about Uplift and it's network of high-performing college preparatory charter schools located in Dallas-Ft. Worth. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions and schedule face to face interviews. Uplift's mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower each student to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world. Thursday, 3/7 at 6:00 PM Ella Weed Room, Milbank Hall INFO: NACElink
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MARCH AT A GLANCE Events are listed alphabetically.
Branding Yourself in a Changing Job Market Monday, 3/4 at 7:00 PM The Diana
Join author and branding expert Karen Kang for her 5-step system for taking control of your personal and professional brand in order to move ahead in your job search and career. Deemed "the master of personal branding" by marketing visionary RegisMcKenna, Karen Kang is the author of BrandingPays: The FiveStep System to Reinvent Your Personal Brand (January 2013). APPLY: Here.
Columbia University's 2013 Spring Career Fair Friday, 3/8 at 11:00 AM Alfred Lerner Hall
The Barnard Advertising Bootcamp is a 2-day program in partnership with Deutsch, Inc. designed for juniors and seniors of all majors and interests. The program will introduce you to the advertising field, teach you how to construct industry specific resumes, cover letters and personal portfolios, and bring you face-to-face with top Deutsch Inc. staff.
Media Networking Night 2013 Monday, 3/11 at 6:30 PM Low Library Rotunda
Are you interested in a career in the Media industry? Still wondering what you want to do post-college? Media Networking Night is an exclusive opportunity for you to get the inside scoop on the industry from employers and alumni. REGISTER: Here.
Women in Technology Monday, 3/4 at 6:00 PM BCD Library
Hear from 3 successful women about their paths and how they leverage their technology backgrounds. Learn various ways to position yourself for success.
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The Fresh Air Fund’s Summer Camp Job Fair Saturday, 3/2 at 11:00 AM The Fresh Air Fund Office
Register now to attend The Fresh Air Fund’s Summer Camp Job Fair! We will be interviewing candidates to work at one of our five residential camps in upstate New York this summer. INFO: NACElink
Campus Connects@Google NYC for LGBT Students
LinkedIn Info Session
Wednesday, 3/13 at 3:00 PM Off-site
Our Recruiting associate Program provides you with the proper training to succeed in sales or recruiting while being immersed in a supportive, innovative, hardworking, and industry leading company. INFO: NACElink
As part of Google's commitment to providing opportunities to all students, we are inviting undergraduate LGBT students from NYC and nearby regions to apply for a half-day seminar at Google NYC. INFO: NACElink
Experience City Year Rhode Island Spring Shadow Day Wednesday, 3/13 at 11:00 AM Wednesday, 3/13 at 12:00 PM Thursday, 3/14 at 2:00 PM Off-site
Come meet current team members learn about City Year’s work addressing the national dropout crisis in public schools locally and throughout the U.S. INFO: NACElink
Wednesday, 3/6 at 5:00 PM Faculty House, Garden Rm. 2
Oliver Wyman’s Women in Consulting Friday, 3/29 at 10:00 AM Off-site
Join Oliver Wyman and NERA at our New York City office to discover more about the exciting career opportunities available for women in consulting. INFO: NACElink
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