Friday, February 20, 2015

Upcoming Internal Audit Career Fair: Iona


The Westchester/Fairfield Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors (“WFIIA”) is pleased to announce its 2015 internal audit college internship program (“Program”). The goal of the Program is to advance awareness of the internal audit profession with eligible and interested students. Undergraduate and graduate accounting, auditing and information technology students who are interested in pursuing internal audit careers are eligible to participate.

What: Internal Audit Internship Fair
Sponsored by Westchester/Fairfield Institute of Internal Auditors
When: February 24, 2015
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Where: Iona College
715 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801
All Purpose Room, New Hynes Gymnasium

Interested students and their academic/career counseling/accounting and auditing society advisors from area colleges are welcome to attend an Internship Fair being held on February 24, 2015.  Representatives from participating WFIIA companies internal audit departments will be onsite to meet with the students and provide additional insights about internal audit internship opportunities at their respective organizations.  Accounting department representatives from those organizations are also invited to participate in the Internship Fair.

Fordham students are welcome, and the fair is free for all attending students!

Student Spotlight: The Importance of Diversity


By Dayne Carter, FCRH '15

Last year, I had the opportunity to participate in Fordham University’s Diversity Conference that took place in McGinley Ballroom.  The event took place early Saturday afternoon and consisted of workshops presented by successful Fordham alumni, musical performances, and the guest speaker happened to be my father, Anthony P. Carter (FCRH '76) the Chief Diversity Officer and Johnson & Johnson.  It was a great experience being able to network and establish a relationship with many of the guests.  The guests in attendance were of many different ethnicities and all had very differing work backgrounds.  One alumnus worked as a news reporter for NBC, while another was a practicing physician.  Overall, the event was a success in that it was well organized and very informative to the students.  My only criticism was the attendance amongst the student body could have been more.

Fordham’s campus is located right outside New York City, one of the largest melting pots in the world.  There are millions of people living here from all over the map, and we all help contribute to the cultural beauty that is NYC.  However, with that said, we don’t always have to take trips to Manhattan to witness it.  We don’t have to look further than our student body here on campus to appreciate diversity.  One of the main reasons I chose to attend Fordham was because of the opportunity it provided for me in forming friendships with people that I would have otherwise never met.  There are people here from all different regions of the globe.  I have white friends, black friends, Asian, and Hispanic friends.  I have attended ASILI’s (the black student alliance) Black History month dinner one week and then the following gone to FUSE’s (Fordham University’s South-Asian Entity) Bollywood movie night.  I’ve have seen performances by Sláinte (Fordham’s Irish dance team) and have heard spoken word recitals in Spanish performed by members of Fordham’s Hispanic culture club, Academia Hispana.

Fordham is by no means the most diverse place in percentage, but it certainly is a place that consists of a diverse student body.  We often take for granted the fortune of being able to interact on a daily basis with people whom we considered to be different than us.  Diversity is so important, and we owe it to ourselves to celebrate and embrace it.

This year's event is entitled: "Diversity Leadership in a Global Society Conference," and will take place on March 4, 2015. For more information about event workshops and presentations, or to RSVP today, head to CareerLink > Events > Information Sessions.   


Thursday, February 19, 2015

Part Time Opportunity: Con-Ed


Con-Edison is hiring for Electric Construction Support: part time.

Position Description:  Each Coop will assist in the day-to-day operations of the Electric Construction Networks department to support their objectives of supplying/maintaining electric service to the Bronx. 

*Work Location is close to the Fordham University Rose Hill campus - 1601 Bronxdale Avenue Bronx  10462.

Work experiences will help the coop connect textbook knowledge with real-world settings and gain an understanding of the way we work at Con Edison.

Job Responsibilities:
Work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Review Specifications and other documents to ensure compliance
Review process flows and make recommendations for improvement
Review produce, fix and upgrade spreadsheets to support oversight of construction activities
Support efficient utilization of crew resources

Required Skills:
Good communication skills/organization
Decision-Making Ability
Customer focus
Leadership

Traits:
Flexibility, Initiative, Responsibility, Integrity and Energy

For more information and to apply today, head to CareerLink, Job ID # 43247.

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Information Session: Scripps Networks Interactive

Scripps Networks Interactive, which is home to Food Network, Cooking Channel, HGTV, DIY Network, Travel Channel and Great American Country, is hosting an Information Session on Thursday, February 12th!

Several members from the Scripps Networks Interactive team will host an information session and networking event with the goal of hiring several stellar summer interns for various positions.

The structure of the event will be a 15-min presentation of the company, a 15-min Q&A session between the students and the Scripps team, and an hour (or so) networking reception where students will present their resumes to the Scripps team and discuss why they would be the best candidate for the internship position(s). Interested students will be required to bring (7) copies of their resume to the event.

RSVP for the info session via CareerLink > Events > Info Sessions.

About Scripps Networks Interactive:
Scripps Networks Interactive is a global media company and the Leader in Lifestyle Media. Our power-house brands -- HGTV, DIY Network, Food Network, Cooking Channel, Travel Channel and Great American Country -- stimulate personal creativity, spark ingenuity and capture the joy of living richer and fuller lives. Whether remodeling a home, creating a meal or traveling the world, consumers know that life is celebrated on our channels. Join a company where committed, passionate people create some of the best loved and most respected brands in the business; brands that 170 million consumers connect with each month through unique, vibrant and engaging programming. Cook with Us. Travel with Us. Make Your Home with Us.

Our managers are targeting the following areas of study:
Communications, Sales, Marketing, Business Management, Advertising, Research, Entertainment Media, Digital and New Media, Journalism, Public Relations

We’re looking to hire rising/current juniors, rising/current seniors, and grad students.


Specific job requisition #'s of interest in CareerLink for this event include:
4587, 4592, 4632, 4620, 4598

Find more information and apply for the internship position(s) here.

 

Monday, February 9, 2015

Internship Opportunity: Head & Hand PR


Head and Hand PR is looking for an intern!

We are a small PR firm that represents luxury brands within the interior design industry, both in the U.S. and in Europe. Our high-end clients range from top designers to brands that sell home décor products such as furniture, fabric, wallpaper, rugs, crystal, etc. Our main objective is to promote and garner publicity for each client, by generating and maximizing positive press coverage through all forms of media.

Qualifications:
We are looking for an individual who is savvy with computers, smart, forward thinking and outspoken. As an intern, you must be motivated to work and learn, while adding to the overall performance of the company. Because we are a small firm, our interns get hands-on experience doing a little bit of everything, such as drafting press releases, pitching to editors of major magazines, planning events, promoting collection launches, organizing press tours, etc.

Requirements:
We require that you have PR or marketing experience and have studied within these areas. You must have your own laptop (Microsoft Suite and wireless required, Photoshop a plus, Mac computer a major plus) that you can bring with you to work. Blackberry or iPhone with email compatibility required.

For more information and to apply today, head to CareerLink, Job ID# 40255.

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Internship Opportunity: QWASI Technology


QWASI Technology is looking for interns to start immediately!

DESCRIPTION
QWASI Technology is a fast paced and growing software-as-a-service company in NYC. We power global enterprise brands (ie. MACY’s, JPMorganChase, Krispy Kreme, Marriott and many more) to execute real time, customer communication, and view complete customer data in one interface.  Marketing and Business intelligence teams use the QWASI platform interface to create campaigns, activate customers, and determine global and local brand engagement trends.
We have an opening for a Digital Marketing Associate in our New York office. If you have any interest in start-ups, digital marketing or mobile communication technology, this is an incredibly unique opportunity to join an accomplished team on the ground floor and help blaze the trail for future growth.

You will learn more in two weeks here than you would elsewhere in two years about all facets of effective mobile and digital marketing. You will be given tremendous early responsibility, immediately start to build a network of relationships from leading agencies, and have the chance to help transform a our company into a leader in the market. To sum it up, we are looking for a potential fit for a full-time employee come graduation, but we will ask that you start out by helping support our operations during one of the busiest times of the year to see if this is for you. And have a lot of fun in the process.

Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple client relationships. Develop and maintain a strong rapport with clients – you will be the primary touch point
- Build marketing campaigns for clients using our technology platform with the primary goal of improving their customer engagement
- Work alongside our product expert and operations manager to create proposals & campaigns
- Generate ideas for new features and campaigns, tailored to the unique needs of each client
- Provide support for the overall successful functioning of our team here at QWASI

Qualifications
- Senior, graduating in 2015
- Passionate, entrepreneurial self-starter with a healthy dose of humility
- Strong technical skills or ability to quickly learn technical concepts
- Proactive, energetic attitude and desire to work in a results-oriented and deadline-driven environment. Desire and ability to manage multiple relationships at a time. - - Team player.
- Motivated, tenacious, and resourceful: work independently, don’t take "no" for an answer.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Understand the value and challenges of working in a start-up like environment

For more information and to apply today, head to CareerLink, Job ID # 43023.

Full Time Opportunity: Muscular Dystrophy Association


The Muscular Dystrophy Association is hiring for a full-time Fundraising Coordinator! Find the job description below. 

At MDA, we search for talent who will embrace and align with our mission, vision, and values, which are shared below:

Our Mission: To save and improve lives of people fighting muscle disease as we: find treatments and cures; support families; and rally communities.
Our Vision: At the Muscular Dystrophy Association, we’re driven by our passion to create a world free of the harmful effects of muscle disease.

Our Values are our strength: We believe in MUSCLE:
Mission: We’re driven to accelerate progress for families and muscle health.
Understanding: We’re attentive to our constituent’s needs and each other’s.
Stewardship: By investing precious resources wisely, we drive the best possible outcomes.
Collaboration: We foster win-win partnerships and build communities.
Learning: Knowledge powers our success and empowers our people.
Excellence: We strive to do our best and exceed constituents’ expectations.

Position Description:
A Fundraising Coordinator is a dynamic and creative fundraiser responsible for securing new sponsors and income, executing fundraising programs and events, developing relationship and expanding MDA’s business in the community.  Reports to the Executive Director and works closely with all levels of the MDA Team. The Fundraising Coordinator does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
- Execute individual business plan to exceed revenue goals.
- Create fundraising opportunities through various business development techniques including prospecting, targeted follow-up and new lead generation.
- Leverage existing business while continually generating new sales.
- Deliver organized, structured, and persuasive presentations, using effective written and verbal communication.
- Assist in identifying, recruiting, training and managing temporary coordinators and volunteers.
- Manage fiscal accountability for significant income requirements. Provide accurate projections to Executive Director.
- Oversee and participate in the execution of major fundraising programs such as MDA’s Shamrocks Against Dystrophy, Muscle Walk, Lock-Ups, Fill the Boot, Golf Tournaments, Social Events and other community based fundraising and health care activities such as clinics, MDA Summer Camp, support group and other service programs.
- Perform other duties or special projects as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.

Competencies:
- Drive: Motivated to meet and exceed fundraising goals and quotas. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with sponsors to meet business objectives. Demonstrate the ability to close the sale.
- Initiative: Measure self against a standard of excellence. Undertake self-development activities and learn new skills, seek increased responsibilities and ask for and offer help when needed. Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of personalities and leadership styles.
- Communication Skills: Clearly and persuasively communicate, including public speaking; listen and seek clarifications; participate in meetings; write clearly and informatively.
- Professionalism: Work well in a fast-paced environment; treat others with respect and consideration; accept responsibility for own actions. Understand business implications of decisions, align work with strategic goals, complete administrative tasks and develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.
- Flexibility: Able to multitask in a changing work environment. Manage competing demands and unexpected events. Willing to change approach to best fit the situation.
- Dependability: Follows instructions, takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (Business or Non-Profit Management preferred) and two+ years experience in sales, corporate development or fundraising or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to travel throughout District’s territory as well as work evenings/weekends as necessary. Use of personal vehicle in the course of employment to travel throughout the district. Significant local travel is required for this position; including visiting local business, health care facilities, and events in public places.
- Strong computer skills and ability to use existing technology to achieve desired results

For more information and to apply today, head to CareerLink, Job ID # 42658.