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ROLLINS COLLEGE CAREER & INTERNSHIP EXPO

The Rollins College Career & Internship Expo is held each year, mid-to-late spring term.  This event is produced by Rollins' career centers representing all of the college's programs (Arts and Sciences, College of Professional Studies, Crummer Graduate School of Business and the Hamilton Holt Evening Degree Program).  The 2013 Career and Internship Expo will be held on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Alfond Sports Center.

If you have questions about this event, either as a participant or as an employer, please contact the Office of Career Services at careerservices@rollins.edu or 407-646-2195. Employers who are interested in attending or who have questions about this event can find out more by visiting the Rollins employer page.   

 

 

 

What is Career & Internship Expo?

The Office of Career Services sponsors the annual Rollins College Career & Internship Expo which consists of various organizations offering full-time positions, internships and summer employment. Each organization will have a table and representatives available to discuss the various opportunities within their companies. Attending the Career & Internship Expo is a great experience that will allow you to connect with some interesting people and learn about the different fields of work available. 

 

Who Can Attend?

The Rollins College Career & Internship Expo is NOT just for Rollins seniors and alumni, but for first-year students, sophomores, juniors and graduate students too! It is an opportunity to network with employers, learn more about different career fields, and possibly get an internship. The Expo also provides a chance for students to gather research about different companies they may want to work for. In fact, we suggest that students attend before their senior year so they can become familiar with the format of a Career Expo, in addition to learning about summer or internship positions in which they are currently interested. 

 

Students and alumni from other Florida colleges and universities who would like to attend the Rollins Career & Internship Expo should call (407-646-2195) or e-mail (careerservices@rollins.edu) ahead of time for permission. Individuals who are not Rollins students or alumni and show up for the Career and Internship Expo without receiving prior permission will not be allowed to enter the event. Guests of the college who have received approval to attend should see information at the bottom of this page.

 

Giveaways at Expo

• Raffle Prize: Universal Orlando Tickets for Two (One Winner - Rollins Student or Alumni)
• Door Buster: $10 Panera Gift Cards (First Thirty Rollins Students to Sign-In)
• Surprise Giveaway (One per Attendee - while supplies last)

 

Networking Business Cards

To assist upcoming Rollins graduates with networking and the career search, the Office of Career Services is offering to provide networking business cards to 50 graduating students attending the 2013 Career & Internship Expo; May, August, or December graduates are eligible. This service is limited to students of the Arts & Sciences, Professional Studies, or Hamilton Holt colleges and will be offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. To be eligible to order business cards, you must setup a LinkedIn account and claim your public profile URL (see instructions on form), as well as return this form to KANelson@rollins.edu by Thursday, March 14th, 2013 at 5:00PM

 

How Can I Find Out What Companies Will Be There?

A complete listing of companies/organizations that have registered to attend Career & Internship Expo can be found on the Expo Employer List page.  This listing will be updated regularly throughout the month of March.

 

Rollins Expo Resume Books

The Office of Career Services will compile three different Rollins Expo resume books which will be made available online to every employer attending the Career and Internship Expo. All students and alumni of Rollins are invited to post a resume in one of these online books.  Employers attending the expo will be able to search these books to look for candidates to fill internships and part-time jobs, full-time entry level positions, and full-time experienced positions.  Resumes may be submitted to these resume books (see instructinos below) beginning Friday, February 22, 2013 with a final submission deadline of Thursday, March 21, 2013. Any resumes submitted to the Rollins Expo resume books by this date will be distributed to employers at the conclusion of the Career & Internship Expo. Resumes uploaded to any of these books may be updated at any time prior to the March 20 submission deadline. To upload your resume, simply follow the instructions below.

Uploading a resume to one of the ressume books requires that you have an active R-CareerLink account. If you have never created or activated your R-CareerLink account, please do so now by visiting the R-CareerLink Registration and Log In page.  Once you have activated/created your account, follow the steps below to submit your resume for one of the Rollins Expo resume books.

1. Create and save the version of your resume you wish to add to the resume book on your computer or network drive. 
   
   
2. Log into your R-CareerLink account on the R-CareerLink Log In page.

1. Choose the button near the top, middle of your screen: "Resumes & Cover Letters."

1. Click the square button to "+ Add New."

1. Name your resume (eg. Ryan Foster Expo Resume) and use the browse button to find your saved resume on your computer or network drive. Click "Submit."

1. Your resume is now uploaded to R-CareerLink, but, it is NOT yet submitted to the Rollins Expo Resume Book.

1. Click the 2nd tab on the Resumes and Cover Letters screen called "Resume Books."

1. Just below your new resume, click the "Select Resume Books" button.

1. Select the resume book that most accurately describes your current job/internship search status and click in the corresponding box.
   
   
   • Rollins Expo Entry-Level Full-Time Job Seekers - Graduating seniors and recent alumni who have little or no full-time, professional work experience should submit resumes here.
   
   
   • Rollins Expo Experienced Full-Time Job Seekers - Alumni and some Holt or Crummer students who have at least 2-3 years of full-time, professional work experience should submit resumes here.
   
   
   • Rollins Expo Internship/Part-Time Job Seekers - Students or alumni seeking internships or part-time employment only should submit resumes here.
2. Click "Submit." Your resume has been submitted to the Rollins Resume Book.

To "updated" a resume previously submitted for any of these books, you will need to go back to the Resume Book tab, as described in step 7 above, uncheck the box next to that resume indicating its submission to that resume book, upload an updated version of your resume and then follow the steps above, selecting the new resume to the appropriate resume book. 

 

What to Wear & Bring

The dress code for Expo is "business casual" at a minimum; the Office of Career Services highly recommends "professional" dress -- a business suit or dress.  Both business casual and professional dress styles are pictured in the Professional Attire Guide. 

Dress Tips for Women

• White, off-white, or neutral-colored blouse with a conservative neckline

• Professional business suit with a skirt or slacks 

• No ill fitting (short, tight, clingy, or slit) skirts

• Closed-toe leather pumps with low to medium heels

• Avoid open-toe strappy high heels, sandals, or shoes with decorations

• Skin-colored hosiery

• Briefcase or portfolio in place of a handbag or purse

• Conservative nail polish, avoid unusual colors, e.g., blue or green

• Understated makeup

• Small stud earrings instead of dangling or over-sized earrings

• Long hair pulled back in a neat, simple style. No "big hair" or elaborate styles

 

Dress Tips for Men

• Long-sleeved oxford cloth shirt in white or light blue

• Conservative necktie in terms of color and pattern

• Avoid cartoon characters, less-than-serious graphics, or theme ties

• High-fitting dark socks

• Avoid light colored socks with a dark suit

• Business-style leather shoes

• Matching shoe and belt color.  Do not mix black and brown.

• Briefcase or portfolio, no backpack

 

Dress Tips for Men and Women

• Two-piece business suit (navy or other dark color)

• Consistent look: avoid wearing a business suit with sandals or sneakers

• Well-groomed hair: avoid unusual styles or colors

• Minimal cologne or perfume

• No visible body art: cover tattoos with clothing if possible

• Breath mints; use one before greeting the recruiter

• No visible body piercings (other than earrings for women)

• No smoky-smelling clothes or hair

 

You may consult with the Career Services staff if you have any questions regarding what to wear. You will also need to bring multiple copies of your resume. Make sure your resume is critiqued before the expo by our Career Services staff and printed on resume paper.

 

Be Prepared

The most important strategy in the job search process is the research. This means assessing yourself, learning what skills you enjoy using, and discovering what types of job environments you seek. Research also involves exploring potential occupations. Utilize this Web site to see which organizations will be attending the Expo. In addition, you can click on the links to learn more about the various companies. To conduct general Internet research on industries, companies, occupations and salaries, go to the Career Resources Online page. The more research you do in advance, the more confident you will feel at the Career & Internship Expo.

 

Listing of Employers 

A complete and updated listing of employers attending Career & Internship Expo, positions they are looking to fill, geographic region of employment opportunities and web sites for their companies will be made available on the Expo Employer List. It is a good idea to be familiar with employers attending the expo and to research their companies prior to attending the event.

 

Preparation Workshops

The Office of Career Services offers a series of workshops to help prepare you for the Career & Internship Expo.  Workshop topics include resume writing, tips on how to get the most out of a job fair and interviewing tips. Workshops specific to the Career and Internship Expo are listed below. Please visit the Career Services Calendar to view other workshops offered. All workshops will be held in the Office of Career Services at the 170 Fairbanks Building, 1st Floor.

• Insider's Guide to Expo
  
  Thursday, March 14th, 2013 at 4:00PM
  Tuesday, March 19th, 2013 at 1:00PM
  
  Are you really ready for the Career & Internship Expo?  Do you know what companies will be there and the questions you want to ask the employers?  Are you nervous about answering their tough questions and not exactly sure what you’re going to wear?  DON’T WORRY.  The experts in Career Services have all the answers you need to help you succeed.  Whether you are searching for a full-time job, looking for an internship, or just checking out the scene, this workshop can help you prepare for the Career & Internship Expo.  Come to this workshop to learn more
  
  
• Internships at Expo
  
  Monday, March 18th, 2013 at 4:00PM
  
  Many employers attending this year's Career & Internship Expo will be looking for summer, fall and spring interns.  During this workshop, we will preview these organizations and provide helpful advice on how what questions to expect, how to format your resume for a job fair, how to approach employers in this environment and appropriate follow up after the event.
  
  
• Resume Writing Workshop
  
  Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 1:00PM
  Monday, March 18th, 2013 at 2:00PM
  
  Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page.

 

Information for GUESTS Coming to Career & Internship Expo

Those wishing to attend the Career and Internship Expo who are not students or alumni of Rollins College must request and receive permission to attend prior to the event by email.  To request permission to attend, email careerservices@rollins.edu.  If you will be attending the Rollins College Career & Internship Expo as an approved guest of the college and are traveling from off campus, you may park in the Rollins College owned SunTrust parking garage off of Park Avenue. For directions to the SunTrust garage and parking instructions, download the PDF document below.

 

  Directions to Rollins College campus and Sun Trust parking garage.

  Campus Map (Sun Trust parking garage to Alfond Sports Center)

 

If you have any questions about the Rollins College Career & Internship Expo, please contact us at 407.646.2195 or by e-mail at careerservices@rollins.edu.