Gain Professional Experience this Summer

Summer is a great time to gain experience through seasonal jobs, internships and volunteer work. Career Services will continue to post opportunities in Hire a Red Hawk throughout the summer. Check out a few new opportunities just posted:

• Campus Recreation is looking for lifeguards for this summer! We offer flexible schedules, a variety of special events and a fun working environment. Not yet certified? No problem! Just pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Test, take our lifeguard course for free, then get paid to guard.

New Summer Jobs & Internships Posted on Hire a Red Hawk

• The Borgen Project: Political Affairs Intern (11374)
• Hiltzik Strategies: PR Intern (13467)
• Kandle Dining Services: Dietetics Intern (12647)
• Greener JC (Jersey City): Grants and Marketing Intern (13461)
• Division of Information Technology: Student Tech/Wireless Survey Assistant (13858)
• Montclair Film: Part-Time Teaching Assistant (13564)
• Kids in the Game: Camp Counselor (13691)

Continue to check Hire a Red Hawk throughout the break to search and apply for jobs and internships.

Reflect on the Past Year

This year, you’ve endured uncertain and difficult times. Reflect on the perseverance, agility and resilience needed to overcome these challenges. These are qualities that not only shape who you will become in the future, but they are also qualities that employers look for in new hires.

With this past year in mind, take some time to discover your strengths, explore your interests and decide what’s important to you. Career Services offers self-assessment tools to help you set your long- and short-term career goals. Summer break is a good time to take an assessment. Make sure to set up an appointment with your Career Advisor to review your results.

Brush Up and Upskill

Gain a New Skill or Sharpen a Current Skill Set

• Register for online courses that expand your skill set, add badges to your profile and set you apart from other candidates. Online courses are a great way to keep your knowledge fresh and broaden your understanding in your field.
• Summer Sessions: If you’re still unsure about your career path, experiment with a class in another field to better pinpoint your direction. Montclair State offers a variety of skill-building summer courses.

Refresh Your Resume

• You’ve worked hard this past year; make sure that is reflected on your resume and public professional profiles! Add any new activities and experiences as well as skills and competencies you have gained or strengthened. Include relevant coursework and update your GPA! Then, upload your resume to Hire a Red Hawk for feedback from career services.
• Are You Career Ready? The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified core competencies as a measure of career-readiness. Evaluate whether you possess these competencies and where you can improve. When writing your resume and/or cover letter, be sure to highlight experiences that demonstrate these competencies.

Prepare for Upcoming or Future Interviews

• Phone and video interviews are more common than ever, so make sure you are comfortable with both mediums. Outline answers to common interview questions and practice calm, concise delivery with a friend over video chat.
• Use the Hire a Red Hawk Mock Interview module to perfect your video interviewing skills and send to Career Services, a favorite professor or whomever else for feedback on your performance.

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.

Connect with Career Services

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The way in which we network may be different, but employers are still looking to connect with qualified candidates like you.ĚýCareer Services will be hosting employer information sessions throughout the spring semester.

Check Hire a Red Hawk for ALL upcoming events. Here are a few upcoming events that are open to all students!

• Wednesday, March 3, 1:30-2:30 p.m., Online.
• Wednesday, March 3, 2-3 p.m., Online.
• Wednesday, March 3, 3-4 p.m., Online.
• Thursday, March 4, 2-3 p.m, Online.
• Tuesday, March 9, 3-4 p.m., Online.
• CART Employer Series – Titmouse Productions: Wednesday, March 10, 3-4 p.m., Online.

Spring 2021 Virtual Career Fair

• Wednesday, April 21
• 2:30-4:30 p.m.
• Online via Hire a Red Hawk

Join this virtual career fair to video chat with employers from a variety of industries. Employers will be hiring for full-time and internship positions. Registration is required.

Prepare for the Career Fair

New to Virtual Career Fairs? We’ve got you covered. Attend one of our upcoming webinars for a quick tour of how to navigate virtual career fairs, including updating your Video Chat Profile and joining employer chat queues.

• 1:30-2:15 p.m.
• 11-11:45 a.m.
• 12-12:45 p.m.
• 12:30-1:15 p.m.

SUIT-UP for the Career Fair

Whether it is virtual or in-person, employers evaluate a candidate’s professionalism during the interview.ĚýThe Center for Career Services has partnered with JCPenney to help you build your professional wardrobe. Montclair State students receive an EXTRA 30% off coupon on all career apparel, shoes and accessories. This year, we moved the JCPenney Suit Up event online and extended it until Sunday, May 2, 2021! 

Apply to Jobs and Internships in Hire a Red Hawk

Can’t make any of the upcoming info sessions?  You can always search and apply for jobs and internships in Hire a Red Hawk!  Below are a few that have been added this week.ĚýTo apply for these jobs:

2. Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
3. Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title below) in the search bar and click Search.

New Full-time Jobs and Internships

• Crate and Barrel: Store Leadership Intern (12784)
• Johnson & Johnson: Consumer Brand Management Summer Intern (12864)
• Macy’s Parade Studio: Studio Summer Intern (12870)
• Amazon: NY/NJ Area Manager (12858)
• Center for Prevention and Counseling: Youth Prevention Specialist (12804)
• StayinFront: Application Service Manager (12843)

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.

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You may have heard the saying, “Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” You may also be asking yourself, “How do I figure out what I love?” One of the best ways to gain temporary, “test-it-out” career-related experience is by completing an internship.ĚýEmployers recruit and hire summer interns during the spring semester. Here are ways to begin your summer internship search.

Get to Know Yourself

A great first step in your job or internship search is to complete a self-assessment.ĚýFocus-2 is a self-paced, online planning tool that helps you assess your values, skills and interests, plus explore career fields that are compatible with your assessment results. Students who use Focus-2 make better career decisions.ĚýGet Started!

Attend Professional Development and Networking Events

• Learn more about the fellowship program. Tuesday, February 16, 2-3 p.m., Online.
• CART Employer Series – Disney: Learn about career opportunities with Disney.ĚýOpen to all majors. Wednesday, February 17, 2-3 p.m., Online.
• Learn about how to build your online professional portfolio! Open to all majors. Thursday, February 18, 1-2 p.m., Online.
• Teach for America Recruiting Session: Tuesday, February 23, 4-5 p.m., Online.
• Wednesday, February 24, 11-11:45 a.m., Online.
• Learn about internships.ĚýOpen to all majors.Ěý Wednesday, February 24, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• America Needs You Information Session: Learn about the fellowship program.ĚýOpen to all majors.ĚýWednesday, February 24, 4-5 p.m.

Have Your Resume Reviewed

As a current student, you must upload a resume and have it approved by your designated career services office in order to apply for internships through Hire a Red Hawk.Ěý

Apply for Internships in Hire a Red Hawk

New jobs and internships are added to Hire a Red Hawk every day!  Below are recently posted internships.ĚýTo apply for these jobs:

2. Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
3. Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title below) in the search bar and click Search.

New Summer Internships

• Edelman: Remote Summer 2021 Internship Program (12627)
• Kandle Dining Services: Dietetics Internship (12647)
• America Needs You: Fellows Program (12661)
• Johnson & Johnson: Consumer Customer Development Intern (12703)
• Prudential: Product/Business Analyst Internship (12565)
• SIRIUS XM + PANDORA: Summer Intern (12309)

Suit Up for Interviews

Whether it is virtual or in-person, employers evaluate a candidate’s professionalism during the interview.ĚýThe Center for Career Services has partnered with JCPenney to help you build your professional wardrobe. Montclair State students receive an EXTRA 30% off coupon on all career apparel, shoes and accessories. This year, we moved the JCPenney Suit Up event online and extended it until May 2, 2021!

What NOT to Do

Ghosting at work, whether you do it to an employer, or an employer does it to you, for all. Not only is ghosting an employer or potential employer unprofessional, but it is also unsafe.Ěý In fact, if a student does not show up for a shift at their on-campus job and does not tell their boss ahead of time, supervisors are required to report that student as missing to the University. Networking continues to reign as the most powerful job search technique and ghosting burns bridges. Long story short, even declining a job offer should involve open communication, as evidenced by .

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.

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Upcoming Events

• Tuesday, February 2, 4-5 p.m.
  • Federal government and corporate sector paid summer 2021 internships with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU).
• Tuesday, February 16, 1-1:45 p.m., Online webinar.
• Wednesday, February 24, 11-11:45 a.m., Online webinar.
• Wednesday, February 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Online webinar.

Suit Up for Career Fairs, Interviews and Networking Events

Build your professional wardrobe for career fairs, interviews, and networking events! The Center for Career Services has partnered with JCPenney to offer Montclair State students an EXTRA 30% off coupon on all career apparel, shoes and accessories. This year, we moved the JCPenney Suit Up event online and extended it until Sunday, May 2, 2021!  See How to Claim Your Coupon!

New Job and Internship Postings in Hire a Red Hawk

New jobs and internships are added to Hire a Red Hawk every day!  Below are a few that have been added this week.ĚýTo apply for these jobs:

2. Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
3. Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title below) in the search bar and click Search.

New Internships

• SIRIUS XM + Pandora: Summer 2021 Intern (12309)
• New Jersey Transit: Capital Planning Intern (12159)
• New Jersey Transit: Electronic Systems & Records Management Intern (12160)
• BASF – The Chemical Company: PDP Intern – Accounting, Economics, & Finance (11870)
• The Borgen Project: Political Affairs Intern (12011)
• Township of Wayne: Information Technologies Department Intern (11960)

New Part-Time Jobs

• Colette Interiors: Design Assistant (12407)
• The Little Gym: Instructor (12289)
• HD Water: Administrative Assistant (12176)
• Catch and Release: Digital Content Curation Team Member (12369)
• Accounting Assistant: Douglas G Sipe CPA, LLC (11793)
• Hackensack Meridian Health: COVID Scheduler (12119)
• Coldwell Banker Russo Real Estate Group: Marketing and Media Specialist (11867)

New Full-Time Jobs

• Ross Stores: Assistant Buyer (12208)
• Thorlabs, Inc.: LMS Training Manager (12311)
• NBC Universal: News Associate (11849)
• La Casa de Don Pedro: Health and Nutrition Manager (12242)
• CityMD: Medical Scribe (11932)
• U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Consumer Safety Officer (12284)

Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.

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Opportunities You Don’t Want to Miss

To apply for these jobs:

• Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
• Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title of the items below) in the search bar and click Search.

Montclair State Undergraduate Admissions, Peer Mentor Graduate Student Worker (11548)

• The Peer Mentor Graduate Student Worker will serve as the coordinator for the program, managing logistics, communicating regularly with peer mentors, troubleshooting issues and monitoring key success metrics for the program. This position is for a long-term project that will run from December 2020 through September 2021. Interested applicants should be prepared to commit to the full term of the project.

Montclair State Department of Justice Studies, Program and Social Media FWS Student (11684)

• Student will assist in outreach efforts to employers and students by creating and updating engaging content for social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube), including video and email publications, as well as providing education on internship requirements.

Montclair State Academic Success Center, Graduate Student Office Assistant (11648)

• The Graduate Student Office Assistant will provide support to the Academic Support Center in areas of administration, organization, preparation and presentation of ASC programs and services, and assist in the coordination and planning of the University placement testing and assessment program as well as non-Montclair State students testing for a variety of distance learning programs.

Before You Go…

Stop in to virtually connect one-on-one with a member of our University Relations team about Retail Management internship and post-graduation opportunities within CVS Health! Whether you are interested in summer internship opportunities in management and leadership, or are ready to explore post-graduation possibilities as a Retail Store Manager, CVS will help connect you with the opportunities to kick-start your future career: Saturday, December 12, 2:30 p.m.

AmeriCorps is recruiting graduating seniors, recent graduates, and graduate students to participate in this new program that seeks to provide covid response throughout the state of New Jersey. This opportunity works to connect our students to service in capacities that help to serve communities across the state and develop personal and professional goals. Interested candidates must email a resume and cover letter identifying why this opportunity would be meaningful to them to Jessica Pichardo at pichardoj@montclair.edu.ĚýPositions are available until filled, please send your application for consideration as soon as possible.

Reflect on Your 2020 Accomplishments

You’ve worked hard this past year – make sure that is reflected on your resume and public professional profiles! Add any new activities and experiences, as well as skills and competencies you have gained or strengthened.ĚýInclude relevant coursework and update your GPA!

Need help developing your resume and/or creating your Linkedin or Hire a Red Hawk profiles?  Visit these resources:

Questions?

The Center for Career Services will be closed beginning on Friday, December 25, 2020 and will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2020.Ěý If you have any questions, please contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.

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Self-Assessment

Focus-2 is an online tool that allows you to assess your values, skills and interests and explore compatible career fields and major areas of study. Take the Focus-2 assessment today! (access code = Redhawk)

Workshops and Information Sessions

Career Services will continue to offer webinars and information sessions throughout the semester. , then click Career Events on the left-hand navigation.

Upcoming Events

• DEA Information Session: Monday, November 9, 12-1 p.m., Online (registration ends today).
• NJ Transit Information Session: Monday, November 9, 1-2 p.m., Online (registration ends today).
• Upcycle Information Session: Tuesday, November 10, 12-1 p.m., Online.

Search and Apply for Jobs and Internships

Did you know that over 4,500 employers have a Hire a Red Hawk account? On- and off-campus employers post jobs and internships to Hire a Red Hawk every week. To begin searching for opportunities, using your netid and password (same as CANVAS), then click Jobs > Search on the left-hand navigation.

The more you diversify your job search, the more likely you are to find opportunities that suit your interests. View a List of Other Job Search Engines.

Explore Occupations and Industries

You can easily explore the projected growth rate, the national average salary and typical responsibilities for occupations. Simply and click the Career Explorer tool under Resources.

Meet with a Career Counselor

Your career services office can help you with resume critique, interview techniques, co-ops and internships, and more! to make an appointment with your designated career services office today!

Having trouble making an appointment? for step-by-step instructions for booking a career appointment.

Career Tools On-The-Go

Want to access career resources on-the-go? We’ve got you covered.

• Manual or Automatic: What Gears are Driving YOUR Career is Montclair State’s career services podcast. Hear Jeff Poulos and Adam Mayer discuss all things career, such as screen fatigue, tattoos in the workplace, salary negotiations and more!
• On-Demand Workshops allow you to watch recorded webinars when it’s convenient for you. Need help writing your resume? Preparing for an upcoming interview? Our webinars cover a wide range of career development topics.
• Log into your Hire a Red Hawk account from your phone! to quickly search, filter and apply for jobs right from your phone! You can also use the app to schedule counseling appointments, RSVP to events and see career fair event details and booth maps, all while on the go!

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Why is it important to build your professional network? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, at least 70% of all jobs are filled through networking. Co-ops and internships can lead to new and exciting opportunities that may not have otherwise been available.

Search for Spring and Summer Internships Today!

Thousands of employers use Hire a Red Hawk to recruit ĚÇĐÄvlog students!  Searching for internships is easy and an account has already been generated for you.ĚýSimply , using your University NetID and password.ĚýThen:

1. Click Jobs on your left-hand navigation
2. Choose Search for Co-ops/Internships from the drop-down menu.*

* You must first upload your resume in Hire a Red Hawk to be reviewed and approved by your assigned Director of Career Services.ĚýOnce approved, you will be able to apply for jobs and internships in the system.Ěý

Sample of Internships

• Quest Diagnostics, Organizational Effectiveness Internship: HR Focus (11353)
• Center for Digital Humanities (MSU): Spring 2021 Grant Writing Intern (11280)
• Madison Square Garden Company: MSG Entertainment 2021 Summer Student Associate Program (11364)
• Verizon: Cyber Security Intern Summer 2021 (11178)

Intern in Washington D.C.

The Washington Center: Gain great experience working in areas such as government, health and human services, science, education, the arts, politics and public administration. The program offers virtual internships and limited in-person positions.

• Spring 2021 application deadline: Wednesday, November 4, 2020
• Summer 2021 application deadline: Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Interested? Schedule an appointment with Annie Lobb, Coordinator of Cooperative Education and Internships, to discuss eligibility and the application process.

Earn Academic Credit for Internships

If you and your internship meet the requirements for the University’s co-op program, you may be eligible to earn academic credit for your internship experience.ĚýYou should work directly with the Career Services office in your school/college to determine if co-op is right for you.ĚýTo get started, sign into your , then:

And…

• Virtual Graduate School Open House: Sunday, October 25, 10 a.m. – 5:40 p.m. CVS Tuesday, October 27, 4 p.m.
• Wednesday, October 28, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
• Virtual New Jersey Law Admissions Day: Wednesday, October 28, 1:30-4 p.m.

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Fall 2020 Virtual Career Fair

• Wednesday, October 7
• 1-4 p.m.
• Online via Hire a Red Hawk

Join this virtual career fair to video chat with employers, from a variety of industries. Employers will be hiring for full-time and internship positions. Registration is required.Ěý

New to Virtual Career Fairs? We’ve got you covered. Attend our upcoming webinar on Tuesday, September 29, 1:30 p.m. This webinar offers a quick tour of how to navigate virtual career fairs, including updating your Video Chat Profile and joining employer chat queues.

Other Employer Networking Events

• Wednesday, September 30, 12-1 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Thursday, October 1, 11 a.m – 12 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Tuesday, October 13, 5-6 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Wednesday, October 14, 3-4 p.m., Online Webinar.

New Jobs and Internships

New jobs and internships are added to Hire a Red Hawk everyday! Below are a few that have been added this week. To apply for these jobs:

2. Sign in using your NetID and password (same as your Canvas login credentials).
3. Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
4. Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title below) in the search bar and click Search.

Internships

• UPS: HR Intern (11091)
• Gameday Tailgate Experience: Spring 2021 Sports Management Intern (11144)
• Ragnarok: Spring 2021 Post Production/Motion Graphics Intern (11106)
• Johnson & Johnson: Summer 2021 Consumer Customer Development co-op (11103)
• Verizon: Summer 2021 Finance Leadership Development Program Intern (11118)
• Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.: Summer 2021 Industrial Design Intern (11146)

Full-Time Jobs

• Work for Progress: Climate Change Campaign Associate (11159)
• Joint Program Executive Office Armaments & Ammunition: Program Analyst (11109)
• La Casa de Don Pedro: Health and Nutrition Manager (11137)
• Amazon: Area Managers – New York & New Jersey (11102)
• Epic: Software Developer (11093)
• Fresenius Kidney Care: Pre-Licensed Nurse (11105)

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With our new virtual career fair platform, you can easily video chat with students from all majors!  New to virtual career fairs? Attend one of the upcoming online trainings in September to help you navigate our new virtual career fair platform and take a look around the platform by viewing the quick tour link below.

Our online registration process through Hire a Red Hawk makes registering for this event simple and fast!

Please Note: When registering use your department name as the “Organization Name.”

Why Hire Student Workers?

Student employment is a win-win. Students can earn extra cash while gaining work experience and real-world skills. University supervisors not only contribute to students’ professional development, but they increase productivity in their departments.

There are Two Types of On-campus Jobs

Federal Work Study (FWS) is a form of financial assistance provided to students through part-time employment.ĚýHere is what you need to know about hiring a FWS student:

• FWS positions are federally funded for up to $1,500. Departments are only responsible for funding a FWS position once those funds have been exhausted.
• Departments can set a FWS position’s responsibilities, hours per week and wage. However, the position cannot exceed 20 hours per week and the wage must meet New Jersey minimum wage requirements.
• Students must have FWS funds available to be eligible to apply for a FWS position.

Student Assistant is a part-time job for students who do not qualify for FWS. Here is what you need to know about hiring a student assistant:

• Student assistant positions are funded through your department’s budget.
• Student assistants cannot work in excess of 20 hours per week.
• To be eligible:
  • Undergraduate students must maintain a minimum of nine (9) credits per semester.
  • Graduate students must maintain a minimum of six (6) credits per semester.
  • All students must maintain a 2.0 GPA.

Questions?

If you have any questions, contact us at careerserv@montclair.edu.ĚýWe look forward to your participation in the Fall 2020 Career Fair!

Connect with Career Services

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2. Sign in using your NetID and password (same as your Canvas login credentials)
3. Click Jobs > Search on the left hand navigation.
4. Enter the posting number (listed next to the job title below) in the search bar and click Search.

New Part-Time Jobs

• Xtreme Event Group: Production Technicians (9584)
• Affinity North: Recruiter/Internet Researcher (10977)
• Bloomfield Parks: Recreation & Cultural Affairs, Recreational Assistant (9048)
• Hackensack Meridian Health: Nutrition Technician – Jersey Shore Medical Center (10964)
• Camille Jewelry: Jewelry Design Intern (10957)
• Echo Lake Country Club: Golf Shop Attendant (10933)
• Community Access Unlimited: Support Coordinator (10959)

Featured Part-Time Job with Enterprise

Looking to earn some extra cash this semester? Enterprise is seeking Part-Time Auto Detailers for 25 hours per week at various NJ locations. The position pays $11.75/hour. Hires will be trained on and must follow Enterprises’ new safety protocols.

The Auto Detailer cleans vehicles inside and out (vehicles may be cleaned by hand or operating washing equipment). The Auto Detailer also performs regular maintenance (non-mechanical services, such as replacing windshield washer fluid), moves vehicles and performs other duties as assigned by the manager, all completed in a safe and timely manner.

Other Upcoming Events

• Tuesday, September 22, 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Wednesday, September 23, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Wednesday, September 30, 12-1 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Panasonic Virtual Information Session: Thursday, October 1, 11 a.m – 12 p.m., Online Webinar.
• Wednesday, October 7, 1-4 p.m., Online through Hire a Red Hawk.

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