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Kogod Career Resources

Missed the September 26th Alan Meltzer CEO Leadership Speaker Series event on Washington Area's Key Growth Industries? Not only can you listen to the presentation on podcast by going to www.kogod.american.edu/podcast, you can downloaded the PowerPoint slides on CareerSource, the Graduate Career Center Services website, at https://kogod-american-csm.symplicity.com/students

General Job Search and Information Websites:

  • bizundergrad: The Kogod undergraduate listserv which lists information about events, activities, internships, and full-time openings relevant to Kogod undergraduates. (If you are a Kogod undergraduate who is not on this listserv, e-mail Judi Byers at jbyers@american.edu)
  • www.monstertrak.com: Find internships, P/T, F/T, and off-campus federal work study positions specifically for AU students are posted here.
  • www.careers-in-business.com: Gives you the latest scoop on various business career areas including jobs, salaries, what people are saying and entry requirements.
  • www.rileyguide.com: Provides a wealth of up-to-date employment opportunities and job resources on the Internet.
  • www.wetfeet.com/research/compensation.asp: Lists full-time & internship positions along with salary information (along with a salary relocation calculator) for a variety of business- related fields.
  • www.bigapplehead.com: A college graduate job listing board specifying in the New York Metro Area, New Jersey and Philadelphia. The types of jobs posted on our site consist of full/part-time positions, as well as internships.
  • www.calltoserve.org: Lists business jobs and guidelines as to how to get an internship in the federal governments.
  • www.usajobs.opm.gov: Database of full-time positions and internships currently available in the federal government.
  • www.craigslist.org: Database for information on jobs, housing and other classifieds. Information available for cities throughout the United States and the world.
  • http://careers.yahoo.com/careers/salaries.html Yahoo! Careers – Salary Wizard

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IT CONSULTING/CONTRACTING

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS FOR IT PROFESSIONALS

In this referral-driven employment climate, meeting and knowing people in the IT industry can give job seekers a leg up on the top technology jobs in the local market. By attending events sponsored by these associations, you will get the chance to meet people in your industry in person.

Here is a sample of associations serving high tech professionals:

KOGOD Clubs/Annual Events

Alpha Kappa Psi: Founded in 1904, Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPSi) is a co-ed, professional business fraternity. The fraternity strives to “develop well-trained, ethical, skilled, resourceful, experienced business leaders”. For twenty years, Kogod’s Lambda Nu chapter has been dedicated to fulfilling this mission by providing its members an essential element to complement what they learn in the classroom: experience. Based on a solid foundation of education and social programs, presentations, community service and extensive group work, members learn to develop and utilize skills essential not only in today’s business world, but also in everyday life. For more information, visit the Alpha Kappa Psi website.

American Marketing Association: The Kogod Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA) brings together students who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of marketing. The AMA brings top marketing executives to campus to discuss important issues and developments in the field. The organization also co-sponsors the annual AMA Career Forum with local universities. Last spring, over 40 marketing professionals attended the Forum to share their experiences and network with students.

Investment Club @ Kogod: Founded in the spring of 2002, the Investment Club @ Kogod (IC@K) brings together students who are interested in the field of finance. Members partake in investing real dollars donated by the Kogod School of Business. All students, regardless of investment knowledge, are encouraged to join. For information about meetings, or to join the club, e-mail auinvestment@yahoo.com or visit the Investment Club @ Kogod website.

Kogod Case Competition: Each year, the Kogod School of Business hosts the Kogod Case Competition, a two-day competition in which student teams present solutions for some of today's toughest business problems to a distinguished panel of alumni and business leaders. It is an excellent opportunity for students to sharpen their communication skills, presentation style, and problem-solving techniques, as well as network with business professionals. The competition is judged by leaders of such organizations as AOL, Deloitte & Touche, ENC Marketing, Marriott, PricewaterhouseCoopers and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Kogod Consulting Group: The Kogod Consulting Group (KCG) strives to identify and solve strategic problems for small and medium-sized businesses in the Washington, D.C. area. KCG accept projects that are research-based, small team focused, travel-light and can be completed within one semester. The group values action and activity that translate into business results. The group is led by Kogod graduate students; undergraduates have the opportunity to meet with clients and work on projects as business analysts. Students learn the fundamentals of consulting practice and have the chance to liaison with consulting professionals from local firms. For more information, e-mail kogodconsulting@american.edu.

Kogod Peer Mentors: Launched in the spring of 2002, the Kogod Peer Mentor Group offers students the opportunity to learn, develop and exercise leadership and facilitation skills that will enable them to be competent “helpers” to first-year Kogod students. Each Kogod Peer Mentor is assigned two to three first-year students, or “mentees”. Peer Mentors answer mentees’ questions about classes and campus life, keep them posted on important events and happenings at Kogod and assist them with their overall transition to college life. Peer Mentors also assist with Kogod student programming initiatives and admissions activities. The group participates in a team building and training seminar at Hemlock Overlook ropes course in the fall. For more information, email the Peer Mentor Coordinators at KSBPeer@american.edu.

Kogod Undergraduate Networking Reception: This annual networking reception brings together Kogod undergraduates with alumni and local employers seeking candidates for their internship, full-time and part-time positions. The event is traditionally held in October.

Undergraduate Business Association: The Undergraduate Business Association (UBA) serves as the umbrella organization for all Kogod undergraduate clubs and organizations. The UBA provides opportunities for all Kogod students to network with business professionals through roundtable discussions and speaker series. To learn more, e-mail KogodUBA@yahoo.com.

Additional Professional Associations/Resources

The Board of Trade: an organization that represents businesses from all over the Washington D.C. region and connects them to the people and organizations that help the businesses grow. www.bot.org/html/index.asp

Business Forward: a monthly magazine that discusses the current business trends and the future of businesses in the Washington D.C. area. www.bizforward.com

European Tech Wire: a free daily email newsletter that summarizes the most important technology, venture capital and Internet stories from Europe.
www.europeantechwire.com

Fairfax County Chamber: a membership organization that provides advocacy at all levels of government, networking opportunities and professional development programs. www.fccc.org/index.html

NetSuds: a networking organization that brings professionals in the telecomm, datacom, IT and Internet industries together to discuss current topics in the fields.
www.netsuds.com

Netpreneur: an online meeting place entrepreneurs. The association also holds networking events around the DC area. www.netpreneur.org

Northern Virginia Technology Council: an association that includes companies from the technology industry of Northern Virginia. The association provides networking and educational events, advocacy of technology issues at both the regional and federal level and community service opportunities. www.nvtc.org/home.htm

Pink Slip Party: a meeting place for displaced dot coms and their potential future employers to come together. www.pinkslipparty.com

Potomac Tech Wire: an independent news organization that covers technology in the Washington D.C. area. www.potomactechwire.com

Tech Council of Maryland: an organization that brings connects the technology industry, government and research organizations together. Advocates for a united voice of technology in Maryland and strengthen the educational and professional development of its members. www.mdhitech.org

Washington Network Group: brings together business, government and foreign affairs and finance professionals, in the Washington metro area, by holding education forums, special events and professional development opportunities. www.washingtonnetworkgroup.com