1. The Career Success Series Part Two Career & Advising Services College of Arts & Sciences
Bill Sherman, Director Department of Economics
© 2013 William J. Sherman – All Rights Reserved

2. Any practical,
“hands-on,” real-
world experience
that helps to gain
professional
credibility.

3. (*the dirty little secret no one tells you! )

4. 1. Intern
2. Entry-Level Professional Role
3. Specialist Role
4. Lead Worker
5. Manager: People | Program | Project
6. Vice-President
7. Chief Officer (CEO, COO, CFO, CIO)

6. • Respond to • Research potential
positions posted employers
on company sites, • Request
UO JobLink, etc. informational
• Act upon referrals interviews
from friends, • Propose an
family, and faculty. internship idea

10. http://career.uoregon.edu

11. @UOEconJobs

15. International
Career Fair
1/31
Internship,
Summer Job &
Volunteer Fair
2/20

17. • Introduce yourself
• State your purpose for writing
• Mention any referrals or
connections to the employer
• Briefly list your “selling points”
• Suggest a follow-up meeting
• Closing salutation

18. • I would love to assist you with any
business-oriented projects your
company needs help with.
o My skills include….
o I am knowledgeable in….
• What would be a good time for us to
talk about this further? I am available
for a phone call at your convenience.

21. Organize:
 Create a goal-oriented timeline for your
internship search.
 Schedule some career-related activity each
week (checking JobLink, working on apps, etc.)
Accessorize:
 Develop a resume and cover letter to convey
your value to potential employers.
Socialize:
 Activate your network through LinkedIn,
Career Fairs, Company Information Sessions

22. A seven-part workshop series
Tuesdays @ 6 pm (PLC 410)
Part 1: Making Smart Career Decisions
Part 2: Everything You Need to Find an Internship
 Part 3: Resume Writing—Taking it to the Next Level
Part 4: How to Write a Darn Good Cover Letter
Part 5: Job Search 201—Better, Smarter, Faster
Part 6: Preparing for the Career Fair
Part 7: Interviewing: Getting Past the 1st & 2nd Rounds