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Volume 4, Issue 3 (November/December 2004)

Brave Opportunities
Career Services Center
Where Today’s Braves Look to the Future

Volume 4, Issue 3
November/December

Inside this issue:
Career of the Month: Chiropractor
Happy Holidays!
Cool Jobs Listings
Alumni Spotlight: Winifred A. Winston
In Every Issue: Career Bloopers, Job Search Tips, Ask Zelda, Little Known Facts, & Upcoming Events

Career Center Info:
Location
University Center, Suite. 210, 521-6270, cs@uncp.edu, www.uncp.edu/cs
Hours
M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Appointments may be made for Career Consulting, DISCOVER, Resume Critiques, Mock Interviews, etc.
Staff
Dr. Denisha Sanders, Director
Lori Bumgarner, M.Ed., Assistant Director
Brenda C. Jacobs, Student Services Assistant
Tylee Hanson, Graduate Assistant

Fall Fairs a Success
The Career Center has been busy with its annual fall fairs and one new fair coming soon!
First, the Career Center teamed with the Leadership & Service Opportunities Program (LSOP) to host the annual Volunteer & Internship Fair. It was the most widely attended fair by both recruiters and students. Approximately 200 students met representatives from over 50 non-profit organizations and businesses to discuss numerous ways to get involved and gain work-related experience. Some of the representatives students met were fellow UNCP students and UNCP alumni who have already gained invaluable experience through volunteering and interning.
Two weeks later, the Career Center held its annual Graduate & Professional School Day. Students interested in going on to obtain an advanced degree had the opportunity to speak with recruiters from over 30 graduate programs across the southeast. Representatives had information on law school, pharmacy school, MBA programs, veterinary school, medical programs, and much more!
The Career Center will round out the fall semester with a Teacher Education Fair during Career Development Week on Wednesday, November 3rd at 10:00 a.m. in the UC Lounge. This is the first year we have had a Teacher Education Fair in the fall, and everyone is welcome to attend!
Lori Bumgarner

On-campus Recruiting
The Career Center would like your suggestions for companies to invite for on-campus recruiting in the coming semesters. Past companies and organizations that have recruited at UNCP include the US Census Bureau, the Walt Disney World College Program, the US Department of State, and many more.
The Career Center will extend an invitation to each company contact that is suggested to us. If those companies have the means to recruit on our campus, we will get them on our schedule. Your participation in the on-campus recruitment program is a big factor in what and how many companies will recruit on our campus, so please register for interviews.
To stay updated on our on-campus recruitment schedule, check our web site’s sponsored events listing and the eRecruiting online system. We also strongly encourage you to have your resume critiqued and conduct a mock interview with us well in advance of any on-campus interviewing you plan to do. Contact our office to make an appointment for a resume critique or mock interview. You can register for on-campus interviews through your eRecruiting account.
Lori Bumgarner

Career of the Month: Chiropractor
Chiropractors diagnose and treat patients whose health problems are associated with the body's muscular, nervous, and skeletal systems, especially the spine. Chiropractors believe interference with these systems impairs normal functions and lowers resistance to disease. They also believe that spinal or vertebral dysfunction alters many important body functions by affecting the nervous system, and that skeletal imbalance through joint or articular dysfunction, especially in the spine, can cause pain.
Like other health practitioners, chiropractors use a standard routine to get the information needed for diagnosis and treatment. They take a patient's medical history, conduct physical, neurological, and orthopedic examinations, and may order laboratory tests. X-rays and other diagnostic images are important tools because of the emphasis on the spine and its proper function. Chiropractors also use a postural and spinal analysis common to chiropractic diagnosis.
In cases in which difficulties can be traced to involvement of musculoskeletal structures, chiropractors manually manipulate or adjust the spinal column. Many chiropractors also use water, light, massage, ultrasound, electric, and heat therapy and may apply supports such as straps, tapes, and braces. They also counsel patients about wellness concepts such as nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes, and stress management, but do not prescribe drugs or perform surgery.
Most chiropractors are in private practice. Some are in a group practice or work for other chiropractors. A small number teach, conduct research at chiropractic institutions, or work in hospitals and clinics. Chiropractors work indoors in offices that may include rooms for examination, x-rays, and therapy, as well as a reception area.
Other Related Occupations:
Manual-Arts Therapist
Corrective Therapist
Hypnotherapist
Acupuncturist
The following majors could help you prepare for this occupation:
Chiropractic (DC)
Physiology, Pathology & Related Science
Some chiropractors may like:
helping others
being self-employed
working regular hours (little or no emergency work)
Some chiropractors may dislike:
the high cost of setting up practice
working evenings and weekends
spending long hours on their feet
Starting Salary: $46,000 ($22.00/hr)
Average salary: $93,000 ($44.75/hr)
Salary w/ experience: $133,500 ($64.25/hr)
For more information about Chiropractor you may contact:
International Chiropractors Association
1110 North Glebe Road, Ste. 1000
Arlington, VA 22201
http://www.chiropractic.org/
American Chiropractic Association
1701 Clarendon Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
http://www.amerchiro.org/
Source: DISCOVER Online. To learn about thousands of other occupations, you can access DISCOVER via our website.

Happy Holidays!
While the holiday season is a time to celebrate and visit family, it’s also a good time to keep working on your job search. With classes and homework out of the way, you now have time to contact those companies you’ve had your eye on and set up an informational interview or a job shadowing opportunity. You also have the time to send out targeted cover letters and resumes.
The holidays are also a great time to network, which is the number one way to find a job! You can network with old friends and family you haven’t seen in a while, people you meet at holiday parties, and even people standing with you in the gift exchange line!
As we’ve stated time and again, May graduates should start their job search no later than the October prior. If you still haven’t started your job search, use the extra time during the holidays to catch up. If you are already on track with your job search, continue your efforts and don’t let up. No matter where you are in your search, use your holiday time wisely. It will be well worth it!
Lori Bumgarner

Coming Next Semester

UNCP Career Fair
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
10:00 a.m.
UC Lounge

Spring Teacher Education Fair
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
10:00 a.m.
UC Lounge

“Style & Grace”
Business Etiquette Dinner
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
5:00 p.m.
UC Lounge
(Reservations required)

Alumni Spotlight: Ms. Winifred A. Winston
With the help of the Career Services Center, Winifred A. Winston was very prepared as she applied for internships and jobs after graduation. Ms. Winston first accepted a position at Dole Fresh Fruit Company as a Marketing Representative. After a short time working at Dole, Ms. Winston decided to pursue other career opportunities and is currently completing a paid internship with UnitedHealth Groups Spectra.
Ms. Winston took advantage of the many services offered at the Career Center while she attended UNCP. She stated that resume and portfolio critiques were two of the most useful services offered as she prepared for her job search. When asked what was most helpful in getting prepared for her job search, Ms. Winston answered, “the Career Planning Guidebook.” She stated that utilizing the information provided within this book was very helpful, so helpful that she still uses it today as a reference for herself and to help guide others.
When asked what was the most difficult part of her job search, Ms. Winston replied, “turning down jobs I was qualified for, but did not want to do.” She went on to explain that during her job search it was very difficult to interview and not get a timely reply while organizations that had no intention of interviewing her would reply back right away. “That was very frustrating!” stated Ms. Winston.
Ms. Winston has a lot of good advice to offer students at UNCP. Her first bit of advice is to keep up with your research. Ms. Winston stated, “that it is never too soon to start your research, even if you just compile a list of potential businesses you are interested in.” She also says to always keep organized and keep track of your progress. Her last and most important bit of advice is to always remain positive and optimistic throughout the entire process. She says even though you may not receive the job or internship you want right away, remain positive and keep trying.
Tylee Hanson

CAR 101
Spring 2005
Career Planning &
Job Search
Tuesdays & Thursdays
11:00 a.m.
2 credit hours

This Month’s Cool Jobs Listing
GARDEN MANAGER. Manage the organic certified market vegetable and herb gardens, teach/supervise staff, assist with community activities, organize the farmers market stand. Req. seed to seed gardening experience. Dorchester, NH

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE. Conduct postdoctoral research on Mesoamerican archaeology. Required Ph.D. for two year position. Providence, RI

ASSISTANT ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE. For a marketing communications firm. Provide general office and client support, assist w/ PR. New York, NY

WRITER. For an international newsletter publisher. Write a print and e-mail investment newsletter, develop product marketing ideas. Baltimore, MD

ADMISSIONS/NATURE SHOP SUPERVISOR. Assist with the nature shop and admissions, provide customer service. Norristown, PA

ONLINE LIBRARIAN. Provide full library services to online students in undergrad and graduate degree programs. Hoffman Estates, IL

ZOO HORTICULTURE CURATOR. For a 23-acre zoo. Develop interpretive plant/grounds programs, assist with all aspects of landscape design/construction and with fundraising efforts. South Bend, IN

WEEKDAY AM METEOROLOGIST/REPORTER. Responsible for the AM forecast for TV and radio sides, may also have reporting duties. Dakota Dunes, SD

ORNITHOLOGIST/ECOLOGIST. Provide admin support for the int'l conservation science teams. Req some travel. Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network, Manomet, MA

Contact the Career Center to access full job descriptions and application procedures.

Brave Ideas
“I can’t believe you did that!” and Other Career Mishaps
One candidate told the recruiter that unless the company planned to pay him the amount he stated, there was no point in doing the interview!

CSC Career Unscripted Workshop Guide
Fall 2004
(every Wednesday @ 3:30 pm in the Career Services Library, UC Ste. 210)
11/1-11/5 CAREER DEVELOPMENT WEEK (check website for times):
11/1 The OC (Outrageous Careers)
11/1 CSI
11/2 Extreme Resume Makeover
11/2 Resume Bar
11/3 Fall Teacher Education Fair
11/3 The Apprentice & What Not to Wear
11/3 Style & Grace (Business Etiquette)
11/4 Career and the City
11/4 Career as Folk
11/4 My Big Fat Portfolio (Portfolio Development & Presentation)
11/5 Individual Appointments
11/10 Career Eye for the Late Guy
11/17 Extreme Resume Makeover
12/1 Trading Spaces

Dear Zelda,
I know I need to write a resume, but it seems so daunting because I have no idea how to get started. What do I do?
Paralyzed
Dear Paralyzed,
Don’t let your fear put you behind in your job search. One thing you can do is start by attending one of our resume writing workshops (see workshop guide). If you want to get started on your resume before our next workshop, you can come by our office any time Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm and pick up the necessary handouts to help you get a rough draft together.
The next step is to compare your rough draft to our Resume Checklist and make sure all the guidelines have been met. Once you’ve completed the checklist, you’re ready to make an appointment for a one-on-one critique.
Zelda
Got a career or job search question? Ask Zelda at cs@uncp.edu

This Month’s Job Search Tip
Always have an up-to-date resume ready to send - even if you are not currently looking for work. You never know when an opportunity that is too good to pass up might come along. Have a supply of good quality resume paper, envelopes and stamps on hand.

Little Known Facts

Experience has shown that informal networking is a very rich source of job leads and information about unpublished job opportunities. Successful networking requires that you have as many contacts as possible hear your story, so they realize you are in the job market.

Upcoming Events

Career Development Week
November 1—5
Tuesday, 11/2 Resume Bar, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., UC Mall
(On the spot resume critiques)

Fall Teacher Education Fair
Wednesday, 11/3 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., UC Lounge

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