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Barnard College Career Development Elliott Hall, 2nd Floor www.barnard.edu/cd
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STAFF Robert Earl, Jr. Director Alexandra Nestoras Senior Associate Director Won Kang Senior Associate Director Rachel Tannenbaum Associate Director Valerie Chow Associate Director / Civic Engagement & Experiential Learning TBD Associate Director / Employer Relations & Campus Recruitment Victoria Passarella Career Counselor Christine Shin Alumnae Counselor Katherine Hendry Assistant Director Lindsey Allen Assistant to the Director Hiraida Crespo Office Assistant Bruce Ross Administrative Assistant Nancy Ferro Recruiting Program Assistant
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WHAT TO DO WITH A MAJOR IN ENGLISH? You’ve decided on a major and are not sure what career path to follow after college. To help you out, we asked three Barnard alumnae who majored in English to share their career experiences with you! Anna Davies’05, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Senior Editor I came to Barnard pretty sure I was going to major in English/concentrate in creative writing, and part of the reason I chose Barnard was based on the strength of the department. I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with it, but knew I wanted to write. I had a few internships related to English in college—I worked as an assistant to a few authors, worked at a few theaters in their marketing departments, and then had a few internships at magazines. I realized how much I loved magazines and began focusing on job opportunities within the field. But I also knew I wanted to write as often as possible (when you work at magazines, you're doing a lot—editing, brainstorming, pitching—but you might not be writing) so I always had a few of my own fiction projects. Cont’d on pg. 6 Jayne Fargnoli’82, Wiley and Sons, Inc., Executive Editor Why did I major in English at Barnard? Serendipity. As I agonized over a couple of majors well into junior year, a Columbia classmate commented out of the blue: “Why don’t you major in English, Jayne.” The moment he said it, I knew it was the right decision for me. How did I come to be a publisher? More serendipity. After Barnard I fell into a job writing publicity material for a wellknown, British-based academic press. Trying to make jargon-laden literary theory sound like National Enquirer headlines suited me. After about a year, my editorial director approached me and commented—again, out of the blue, “You’d be good in Editorial.” I had no idea what he meant or what he saw in me. But I thought he was smart; I knew I could learn a lot from him (and I did), and I was wise enough to recognize a good opportunity when I saw one. Cont’d on pg. 6
Kristina Budelis’07, The New Yorker, Multimedia Producer As a freshman at Barnard I was very stressed about settling on one major. My adviser at the time, Sonny Ago, sagely urged me to just choose courses I was interested in instead of worrying about the big picture. In the end, I realized I kept signing up for and enjoying literature and writing courses, and ultimately committed to the English major. Although my choice wasn't a career-driven one, I believe that it was both professionally helpful and personally fulfilling. I now work at The New Yorker as a multimedia producer, making videos to accompany articles on the website and tablet. Perhaps unsurprisingly, as an English major, I'm in good company at The New Yorker - we abound here! Others in my department majored in film production, which is closer to what I do daily. However, I feel that my time as an English major helped me become a stronger and more confident reader and writer, which is helpful since I deal with writers and editors on a daily basis. I also think that studying and writing stories was incredibly helpful to me as a video editor; narrative transcends medium.
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TEN CAREERS FOR AN ENGLISH MAJOR 1.
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Indeed is the one of the top job sites worldwide, with over 70 million unique visitors and 1.5 billion job searches per month. Since 2004, Indeed has given job seekers free access to millions of jobs from thousands of company websites and job boards. As the leading pay-forperformance recruitment advertising network, the firm drives millions of targeted applicants to jobs in every field and is the most cost-effective source of candidates for thousands of companies.
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Public Relations: write news releases, pitch letters, craft newsletters, etc. PR strategies are generally aimed at helping companies get coverage, using the media to shape the public’s perception of a company. Search Engine Marketing: market companies’ products through digital channels such as online advertising, search engine optimization (SEO) and the use of web analytics to study how visitors interact with websites. Search engine marketing is a growing industry, which attracts many English and humanities majors because it requires a combination of analytical ability and creativity. Market Research Analyst: responsible for interpreting data, formulating reports and making recommendations based upon findings. Market research analysts work with the clients to understand, define and document the overarching business object. Digital Copywriter: responsible for generating the words, slogans and audio scripts that accompany advertising visuals such as creative social media campaigns, blog posts e-books. Grantmaker: review applications and requests for proposals, create policy and guidelines for grant awards, conduct site visits and building relationships with grantee partners. Grantmakers vary in size and scope from large, national corporate giving programs to small, local family foundations. Lawyer: 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, lawyers 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. Editor: review, and edit the work of writers. Editors also may do original writing themselves. An editor's responsibilities vary with the employer and type and level of position held. Editorial duties may include planning the content of books, journals, magazines, and other general-interest publications. Technical Writer: explain in simple language scientific and technical ideas that are difficult for the average reader to understand. Some write articles and reports on current trends in fields such as science and engineering. They may also write different kinds of instruction manuals—from how to use a new appliance to how to build a model airplane. Marketing Coordinator: assist the marketing team with various tasks such as collateral development, customer satisfaction analysis, sales programs, product development and service programs. Direct Response Copywriting: write copy for products generally sold through nontraditional retail outlets, focusing on a specific demographic or market. Copywriters may write copy for print advertisements, sales letters, brochures, marketing pieces, copy for television or radio commercials, catalogs, or scripts for those selling products on home shopping channels or infomercials.
Sources: http://www.bls.gov/ http://www.careerrookie.com http://www.selloutyoursoul.com/2011/12/19/jobs-for-english-majors/
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MEET OUR PEER CAREER ADVISORS Need help with your resume? Nervous about an interview? Talk to a PCA during drop-in hours, Monday - Friday 10:00 - 5:00. KATE BERGIN’13
Major: Sociology Hometown: Summit, NJ Hobbies: Running, traveling and crafting
GERALDINE CHEUNG’14
Major: Economics and math Hometown: Northport, NY Hobbies: Photography, music and community service
JOHANNA COHEN’15 Major: Psychology, minoring in sociology and history Hometown: New Paltz, NY Hobbies: Baking, cooking, tennis, hiking and skiing
DEISY FLORES’15
Major: Political science/English Hometown: Elmhurst, NY Hobbies: Photography, biking and reading
PRISCILLA FLORES’14
THE PCA’S Kate Bergin Geraldine Cheung Johanna Cohen Deisy Flores Priscilla Flores Alexa Hammel Lily Icangelo Elissa Mendez-Renk
Major: Archaeology with a concentration in anthropology Hometown: Ridgewood, NY Hobbies: Exploring museums and historical landmarks, movies and volleyball
LILY ICANGELO’13
Major: English, minoring in art history Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL Hobbies: Music, writing, art, working with kids
ALEXA HAMMEL’13
Major: Psychology Hometown: Merrick, NY Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, reading and outdoor activities
ELISSA MENDEZ-RENK’13
Major: Music, minoring in French Hometown: Albuquerque, NM Hobbies: Listening to radio & podcasts, biking, photography, journaling and travel
JACQUELINE (JACKIE) ROSSITER’13
Jaqueline (Jackie) Rossiter
Major: Comparative lit and women’s, gender & sexuality studies Hometown: Palo Alto, CA Hobbies: Backgammon, reading, girl scouting, community service, tea
Sylvia Scodro
SYLVIA SCODRO’14
Major: Economics Hometown: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Hobbies: Going to the movies and out to dinner, hanging out with my friends
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FEATURED FULL-TIME OPPORTUNITIES & INTERNSHIPS For these and other great opportunities, check out NACElink at www.barnard.edu/cd.
INTERNSHIP SPOTLIGHT:
By Kathryn Huryk ’13 Major: English and Psychology A bit unsure as to how I might embark upon a career in book publishing, I turned to Barnard’s NACElink in the hope of finding an internship. As a result, I spent a summer interning for Foundry Literary + Media, a literary agency, in Chelsea. I was assigned to work with an individual literary agent, whose job involved representing authors and their written works to publishers and helping to negotiate the sale of their works. As an intern, I was responsible for reading through queries and submissions from new authors seeking representation. I would read through manuscripts and pick out those which I thought had potential to become marketable books. I also spent a lot of time reading through clients’ manuscripts, helping to edit and polish the material for submission to publishing houses. At Foundry, I was able to learn a great deal about the editing and publishing industry in an incredible environment that fostered personal and professional development. I made invaluable connections at Foundry, which helped me gain my footing in an incredibly vast and competitive industry. 4
Mercer - Human Capital Consulting Analyst (F/T). Human capital consultants help clients, including top-level executives, board members and HR professionals, optimize business performance by addressing their human capital issues. Consultants will be an integral member of project teams to diagnose issues and design strategic solutions that support clients’ success. IBM Global Business Services - Commercial Sector Consultant (F/T). Consultants will have the opportunity to join Consulting by Degrees—a world-class leadership and development program designed to provide the full-spectrum of structured training, development, and practical experience. Consultants will work on projects that help clients integrate strategy, process, technology and information to increase effectiveness, reduce costs and improve profit and shareholder value. Gilt Groupe - PR/Events Intern. The PR/Events team at Gilt Groupe is looking for a fall intern. This opportunity is great for someone with with a passion for ecommerce, PR, and event planning to learn the ins and outs of a dynamic, fastpaced organization. BMO Capital - Winter Internship. BMO Capital Markets sponsors a winter internship program that gives juniors the opportunity to learn more about entry level positions in investment and corporate banking. Students will attend a two-day intensive experience in January where they will meet BMO professionals to gain insight into their roles and career paths. The Winter Internship Program is an initial interviewing step for the BMO Capital Markets summer internship program. Hearst Magazines - App Lab Intern. Hearst is seeking an intern to work with editorial and project management in partnership with all the major tech companies to create mobile and tablet apps. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about this emerging field. Brooklyn Public Library - Strategic Planning Intern. Brooklyn Public Library is seeking an intern within the strategic planning department. The intern will take an active role in all aspects of strategic planning and will have broad exposure to the executive leadership team and other strategic thinkers in the company. Christie’s - Intern. Christie's is currently accepting applications for the fall. The program exposes students to the operations of an auction house and the art industry through hands-on experience during their fall semester. Interns’ tasks may include the administrative, research, cataloguing, assisting with sales, writing provenance documents, and other assigned projects. Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society - Research Intern. Interns will work with HIAS’ Refugee Resettlement and Immigration Services departments on projects affecting refugees, immigrants, and immigration, and on related programming. Work involves developing program materials and reports in support of HIAS initiatives and for a refugee resettlement affiliate network of 30 agencies throughout the US. Aesop - Head Office Intern. This Fall, Aesop USA will be opening many boutique locations across NYC. We are seeking Head Office interns to assist with Marketing, Press and Business Development functions. Depending on the interests (and availability) of the intern candidate, assignments will be given in one area or across all three disciplines.
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GET VOLUNTEER AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT RELATED INTERNSHIP AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES IN YOUR EMAIL! 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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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FALL 2012 ALUMNAE & DONOR SPONSORED INTERNSHIP GRANT Barnard College offers funding for unpaid internships through alumnae and donor sponsored grants. The maximum award is $800 for a semester internship. NO late or incomplete applications will be accepted. 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. Workshops will be offered prior to the application deadline to review the entire application process as well as the do’s and don’ts of writing an effective grant application. INFORMATION: Valerie Chow at vchow@barnard.edu or 212-854-2033 APPLICATION: www.barnard.edu/cd/students/funding/internship-grants DEADLINE: Wednesday, 9/5 at 11:59 PM
EXTENDED BARNARD REACH OUT PROGRAM Extended Barnard Reach Out (EBRO) is a semester-long program in the fall that brings together first-year and transfer students to serve, learn, and reflect together about a specific issue faced in NYC every week. Students participate in service projects, site visits, and seminar presentations about various civic engagement issues. EBRO will meet on Friday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm. Certain sessions will begin at 12pm. INFORMATION: Valerie Chow at vchow@barnard.edu or 212-854-2033 APPLICATION: www.tinyurl.com/ebro2012app DEADLINE: Wednesday, 9/5 at 11:59PM
VOLUNTEER FOCUS: GENERATION CITIZEN Generation Citizen envisions a democracy in which every citizen participates and aims to strengthen our nation’s democracy by empowering young people to become engaged and effective citizens. The organization partners college students with classroom teachers to teach an action civics course in which teens solve problems they are facing in their own communities. Generation Citizen is looking for college students to serve as Democracy Coaches this fall semester. Visit the organization’s website or stop by Generation Citizen’s table at the Community Service Fair on September 12th to learn more! INFORMATION: www.generationcitizen.org
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RACHEL’S CORNER DO YOU HAVE CAREER CONFIDENCE? By now, most student know that to secure an internship or job, they most likely need a resume, cover letter, and a firm grasp on the do’s and don’ts in an interview. According to a recent article published by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, there is another very important thing you need: career confidence. This is not simply self-confidence or self-assurance, but rather, has to do with having “passion, purpose and a realistic career plan.” Are you able to clearly articulate why a certain opportunity is meaningful to you? Have you thought about how it fits into your overall career path? Make an appointment for some career counseling so you can answer the following questions and showcase your career confidence. What What career would you choose if you were able to put financial and time constraints aside? Consider careers that excite you and mix well with your personality/values. How How will you reach your career goals? Make sure you are aware of the potential internships, graduate programs or other opportunities you need to complete in order to thrive in your desired field. When When can you predict you will reach your career goal? Be aware of the time commitment involved with working on a certain degree or in a certain position. Where Where do you plan on working, interning and/or going to school? There are so many different sectors and environments to apply your skills, and numerous graduate programs to select from. Do your research and make an informed choice. Why Why are you choosing a particular position, at a particular organization at this specific time? Check in with yourself to make sure it firs into your career vision. By Rachel Tannenbaum, Associate Director SOURCE: www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/nace/JobChoices0812/index.php#/1
WHAT TO DO WITH A MAJOR IN ENGLISH? Cont’d from pg. 1
Anna Davies’05, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Senior Editor That paid off: Two years into my magazine job, I got an e-mail looking for ghostwriters for a well-known teen series and asking for 50 pages of creative writing. I sent off a novel in progress, and eventually got the gig. Since then, I've balanced fiction writing with my day job—I'm currently a Senior Editor at Cosmo and my first book under my name, Wrecked, came out from Simon & Schuster in May. As far as day-to-day, I do a lot of brainstorming, meetings, editing articles, and then I work on fiction at night and on weekends. My best advice: Do internships in anything you're interested in— you can narrow down during junior and senior years, but having a wide range of experiences makes it more clear 1) what your strengths are and 2) what you don't want to do.
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Jayne Fargnoli’82, Wiley and Sons, Inc., Executive Editor As an editor I publish across a range of subjects—art history, film, television, media studies, and education. Being an editor is like being a new business developer. It’s about relationships, deal-making, and strategic partnerships. It is also about getting to spend much of your time with smart people—my authors are professors—and enjoying the privilege of being in a job that’s more like a life-long education. A publisher’s life has been a very good one for me, and Barnard prepared me very well for it.
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CAREER & EMPLOYMENT FAIRS For more information, visit NACElink at www.barnard.edu/cd Fall 2012 Job & Internship Career Fair Friday, 9/7 at 11:00 AM Lefrak Gymnasium
During the fall and spring semesters, career fairs at Barnard College give employers from all industries a unique and convenient opportunity to meet with motivated and interested students and alumnae. The fair affords students the opportunity to gather information about career options within many organizations and across industries as well as seek out internship and full-time employment opportunities. Approximately 9,260 women and men undergraduate students are invited to the career fair. Attending the career fair is an excellent way for organizations to gain visibility on campus and maximize recruiting potential at Barnard College. INFO: www.barnard.edu/cd/employers/career-fair Student Employment Fair Friday, 9/7 at 12:00 PM James Room, Barnard Hall
If you are interested in part-time work, on- or off-campus, work study, or non-work study, come to the Student Employment Fair! Don’t miss this great opportunity to meet with employers from Barnard, Columbia, and off-campus agencies. All Barnard students are welcome. You do not need to have a resume. Stop by even if you can’t stay for long. Keep in mind, there will be a separate Job and Internship Career Fair in LeFrak Gym on the first floor of Barnard Hall.
EMPLOYER FOCUS: ROSS Ross Stores, Inc. is a chain of American off-price department stores headquartered in Pleasanton, California, operating under the name Ross Dress for Less. It is the third largest off-price retailer in the United States, behindT.J. Maxx and Marshalls, both of which are owned by TJX Companies. In 1982, Ross Dress For Less was launched with six off-price stores in California. Ross has grown over the years thanks to a hands-on, hardworking culture that rewards those who are practical, creative, and straightforward. The company has a rich history of promoting the most resourceful associates from within. At the same time, they are always looking for new talent to keep staff and ideas fresh and current. The company is committed to diversity and is one of the top employers of women. INFORMATION: www.rossstores.com/c_wwa.aspx
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SEPTEMBER AT A GLANCE Events are listed alphabetically.
Alumnae-to-Student Mentoring Information Session
Fall 2012 Internship Grant Application Workshop
Monday, 9/10 at 10:00 AM Thursday, 9/14 at 12:00 PM Wednesday, 9/19 at 4:00 PM BCD Library
Tuesday, 9/18 at 11:00 AM Wednesday, 9/19 at 2:00 PM Thursday, 9/20 at 12:00 PM Friday, 9/21 at 10:00 AM BCD Seminar Room
Come learn about the features and how you can beneďŹ t from the Alumnaeto-Student Mentoring program. Refreshments will be served! INFO: NACElink
America Reads Information Session Thursday, 9/6 at 12:30 PM Monday, 9/10 at 4:30 PM Tuesday, 9/11 at 5:00 PM Wednesday, 9/12 at 5:00 PM BCD Seminar Room
Interested in using your work study to tutor reading or math in local public schools and/or after school programs? Make sure to attend one of the America Reads/America Counts information sessions. RSVP: NACElink
America Reads Tutor Training If you were selected as an ARAC tutor, register for a training session. Friday, 9/14 at 12:30 PM Tuesday, 9/18 at 4:15 PM Wednesday, 9/19 at 5:00 PM Thursday, 9/20 at 5:00 PM Friday, 9/21 at 12:00 PM BCD Seminar Room
RSVP: NACElink
Community Service Fair Wednesday, 9/12 at 11:30 AM Lehman Lawn (Rain site: James Room, Barnard Hall)
The community service fair aims to connect Barnard College and Columbia University students, staff, and faculty with local community organizations in need of volunteers for their programs. Date: INFO: www.barnard.edu/nyccep 8
Get an overview of the application process, including review of application and submission process and other helpful hints. RSVP: NACElink
Fall 2012 Barnard Job & Internship Career Fair Friday, 9/7 at 11:00 AM Lefrak Gymnasium
Student Employment Fair Friday, 9/7 at 12:00 PM James Room, Barnard Hall
Central Intelligence Agency Wednesday, 9/26 at 6:00 PM TBA
INFO: NACElink
IBM Wednesday, 9/19 at 6:00 PM Student Dining Room, Diana Center
INFO: NACElink
Mintz Levin Cohn Ferris Glovsky & Popeo PC Wednesday, 9/12 at 6:30 PM Judith Shapiro Room, Diana Center
INFO: NACElink
Ross Stores, Inc. Tuesday, 9/25 at 6:00 PM Student Dining Room, Diana Center
INFO: NACElink
JOBS (Job Orientation for Barnard Students) Sessions Tuesday, 9/4 at 11:00 AM Tuesday, 9/4 at 2:00 PM Wednesday, 9/5 at 11:00 AM Wednesday, 9/5 at 3:00 PM Thursday, 9/6 at 10:00 AM Thursday, 9/6 at 2:30 PM Friday, 9/21 at 10:00 AM BCD Seminar Room
First-time work study recipients are required to attend one of these orientation sessions. Non-Financial Aid students are welcome to attend as well but are not permitted to work on-campus until Monday, 9/17. MUST register on NACElink.
OCR INFO SESSIONS: BMO Capital Markets Monday, 9/10 at 6:00 PM Student Dining Room, Diana Center
INFO: NACElink
TIAA-CREF Thursday, 9/16 at 6:00 PM Student Dining Room, Diana Center
INFO: NACElink
DROP-IN HOURS Professional Staff Monday - Friday 12 PM - 2 PM
Peer Career Advisors Monday - Friday 10 AM - 5 PM