Bryant students explore career paths in the federal government
First “Government Career Fair” brings together 17 agencies with full-time and internship opportunities.
Stephen Demers ’08 walked into the George E. Bello Center for Information and Technology with one goal in mind: to expand his network of contacts and make as many connections as possible. The December graduate was one of more than 600 students from colleges and universities around Rhode Island to attend the first Government Career Fair at Bryant.
After an internship in Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed’s office, Demers decided that he wanted to take his background in communication and journalism to the nation’s capital to search for a job in the faced-paced world of public affairs. His goal is to work his career in the press office of a government agency or an elected official.
It is a challenging process, but he has visited Washington, D.C. a few times and he is excited with his prospects.
“It is all about persistence and knocking on doors,” he said, after attending an info session led by a representative from the Department of State. “I am confident that my Bryant education has prepared me well.”
World of opportunity
The fair, a joint effort among Rhode Island colleges and universities, included representatives from 17 government agencies. The goal was to help seniors who are facing a challenging job market upon graduation.
In a presentation before the Government Career Fair, Suneta Halliburton, a State Department Diplomat in Residence at Tufts University, spoke about jobs in the U.S. Department of State. One career track that will have opportunities moving forward is for foreign service officers (FSOs). FSOs work in United States embassies in every country around the globe to advocate American foreign policy, protect American citizens, and promote American business interests throughout the world.
More than 500 students attend the first Government Career Fair at Bryant to meet with representatives from 17 government agencies.
“Being an FSO is fun, challenging, and there will never be a dull moment,” says Halliburton.
Candidates should have cultural adaptability but do not necessarily need to demonstrate foreign language proficiency as training will be provided upon being hired. Halliburton indicated that the State Department is planning to hire more FSOs and is looking for diverse candidates in terms of age and ethnic background.
Career exploration
At the beginning of the spring semester, the Amica Center for Career Education unveiled a series of programs to help students navigate a difficult job market. Programs will continue through April.
On Thursday, April 2, the Amica Center and Bryant’s Alumni Relations Office is hosting the annual Student/Alumni Career Night. Current students will meet one-on-one with alumni to talk about specific career paths, job industries, and what it takes to succeed. The event begins at 6 p.m. in the Stepan Grand Hall of the George E. Bello Center.
The “Careers In…” series continues with presentations on applied psychology on Tuesday, April 7, at 5 p.m., and communication on Wednesday, April 22, at 5 p.m.
On Tuesday, April 7, finance students will have the opportunity to take a trip to New York City to hear a panel of eight Bryant alumni who will talk about their careers on Wall Street. Students should sign-up in the Amica Center.
On Wednesday, April 15, students can visit Dunkin’ Brands in Canton, MA, to learn about careers in a company that is home to two of the world’s most recognized brands: Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins.
Students can also take part in workshops for writing résumés (Monday, April 6, 3:30 p.m.) and cover letters (Thursday, April 9, 2 p.m.), or can utilize the Amica Center’s résumé critiquing service.
After an internship in Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed’s office, Demers decided that he wanted to take his background in communication and journalism to the nation’s capital to search for a job in the faced-paced world of public affairs. His goal is to work his career in the press office of a government agency or an elected official.
It is a challenging process, but he has visited Washington, D.C. a few times and he is excited with his prospects.
“It is all about persistence and knocking on doors,” he said, after attending an info session led by a representative from the Department of State. “I am confident that my Bryant education has prepared me well.”
World of opportunity
The fair, a joint effort among Rhode Island colleges and universities, included representatives from 17 government agencies. The goal was to help seniors who are facing a challenging job market upon graduation.
In a presentation before the Government Career Fair, Suneta Halliburton, a State Department Diplomat in Residence at Tufts University, spoke about jobs in the U.S. Department of State. One career track that will have opportunities moving forward is for foreign service officers (FSOs). FSOs work in United States embassies in every country around the globe to advocate American foreign policy, protect American citizens, and promote American business interests throughout the world.
More than 500 students attend the first Government Career Fair at Bryant to meet with representatives from 17 government agencies.
“Being an FSO is fun, challenging, and there will never be a dull moment,” says Halliburton.
Candidates should have cultural adaptability but do not necessarily need to demonstrate foreign language proficiency as training will be provided upon being hired. Halliburton indicated that the State Department is planning to hire more FSOs and is looking for diverse candidates in terms of age and ethnic background.
Career exploration
At the beginning of the spring semester, the Amica Center for Career Education unveiled a series of programs to help students navigate a difficult job market. Programs will continue through April.
On Thursday, April 2, the Amica Center and Bryant’s Alumni Relations Office is hosting the annual Student/Alumni Career Night. Current students will meet one-on-one with alumni to talk about specific career paths, job industries, and what it takes to succeed. The event begins at 6 p.m. in the Stepan Grand Hall of the George E. Bello Center.
The “Careers In…” series continues with presentations on applied psychology on Tuesday, April 7, at 5 p.m., and communication on Wednesday, April 22, at 5 p.m.
On Tuesday, April 7, finance students will have the opportunity to take a trip to New York City to hear a panel of eight Bryant alumni who will talk about their careers on Wall Street. Students should sign-up in the Amica Center.
On Wednesday, April 15, students can visit Dunkin’ Brands in Canton, MA, to learn about careers in a company that is home to two of the world’s most recognized brands: Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins.
Students can also take part in workshops for writing résumés (Monday, April 6, 3:30 p.m.) and cover letters (Thursday, April 9, 2 p.m.), or can utilize the Amica Center’s résumé critiquing service.
