2008 BSPP Starting Salary Success

At Georgia Tech Commencement, students are asked to complete a survey that includes information about their plans. Last semester about half of our undergraduates reported that they’re moving on directly to graduate schools. Those that are starting new jobs reported on their salary offers and bonuses. Their success is not an infallible predictor of the future for any of our current students, of course, but….. for Spring 2008, Public Policy students reported the highest median starting salary of any major at Georgia Tech — higher than the starting salaries any of the other undergraduate programs in engineering, computing, management, architecture, science, or elsewhere in Ivan Allen College. BSPP students also reported the highest median bonuses.

This is a reflection of the academic abilities, hard work, and entrepreneurial energy of BSPP students.

Congratulations!

S&T Policy Employment in DC

The Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI), a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) that serves OSTP and the Executive agencies, is looking for entry-level staff to participate in science and technology policy-support analyses. Areas covered include all domains of science and technology, as well as methods-related capabilities. Recent activities have been in areas including but not limited to biomedical research, international health, energy and the environment, space and aeronautics, education, and innovation/competitiveness.

Requirements: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in an S&T field with interest and some experience in the S&T policy field. Strong written and verbal communication skills are critical, especially the ability to present complex issues and recommendations to senior government officials. Knowledge of US Federal S&T agencies is desirable. An ideal candidate is innovative, aggressive, and self-starting.

STPI (http://www.ida.org/stpi/) assists the Executive Branch of the US government as it formulates federal S&T policy by providing objective, high-quality analytic support to policymakers. Chartered by an act of Congress in 1991, STPI supports the Office of Science and Technology Policy and other government users under the sponsorship of the National Science Foundation. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Resumes can be sent to:

Bhavya Lal
Science & Technology Policy Institute
1899 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Suite 520
Washington, DC 20006-3602

Summer Job Law Firm

A major Atlanta law firm is looking for electrical engineering majors to review technical documents. A legal background isn’t necessary. The job will pay somewhere between $20-$30 per hour and is expected to run throughout the summer. If you’re interested, send your resume to megan.martin@specialcounsel.com.

This will go fast, don’t wait to apply if interested.

Summer/Part-Time Employment

Tim Atkins (BSPP ’05) sends this message:

C2 Education, is hiring tutors for part time work during the summer (and during the school year as well.)

We carefully select instructors who consistently deliver great results, and pride ourselves in the quality of our programs. C2 Education Centers is seeking full time and/or part time teachers for reading, writing, math, and SAT preparation.

Tutors can expect a predictable weekly pay and do not have to travel to other people’s home. All instruction is done at our centers. We provide very consistent and flexible scheduling. (And if hired, you will be trained by a BSPP alum…me)

We have new center openings in Marietta, Roswell, Chamblee, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Duluth, Suwanee, Buford, Lilburn, Snellville, Stockbridge, and Conyers.

Candidate must possess a love for teaching, but previous teaching experience is not a prerequisite.

We are looking for: highly skilled, motivated, versatile, dependable, and dynamic individuals who have strong communication skills.

Bachelors degree is a must.

Strong SAT scores are a must for SAT prep teachers.

Please email resumes and SAT scores to columbia@c2educate.com or fax them to 770.623.1600. Additional information can be found on our website at www.c2educate.com

Peace Corps Information Session

Peace Corps is seeking Volunteers to work overseas for 27 months. Volunteers are needed in the areas of education, agriculture, the environment, business, health, IT and community services. Begin the conversation about your ideal future today with Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, Kyle Jessop.

Attend this GlobeTalk
Georgia Tech campus
Bill Moore Student Success Center
President Suite B
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
11:00am - 12:00 pm

 

IAC Offering Rides to Career Fair

Many of Georgia’s most prestigious colleges and universities have solicited recruiters from their employer databases to attend this event.

*Event Information*
The fair will be held on *Tuesday, April 8, 2008 *at the *Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, Georgia.*

*Workshop for Participants 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Career Fair 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.*

*Companies at the Fair*
Visit the following site http://www.gace.org/careerfair/ and view the list of attending companies. We suggest that you research the organizations so you can impress them with your knowledge of their needs and their industry.

*Dress for Success*
Make sure you wear professional attire. A conservative business suit is your best bet. Remember…you have one chance to make a good impression!

*How Can I Attend?*
Bring your school ID to get in the doors!

*Directions*
Please click the link below for directions to the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta, Georgia.
http://www.cobbgalleria.com/maps.html

If you want a ride, please email john.tone@iac.gatech.edu ASAP
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding this event, contact the Career Services office at 404-894-3738 or email Andrea Fekete at andrea.fekete@success.gatech.edu

Behavioral Interviewing Strategies for Job Seekers

Behavioral interviewing is a relatively new mode of job interviewing. Employers such as AT&T and Accenture (the former Andersen Consulting) have been using behavioral interviewing for about 15 years now, and because increasing numbers of employers are using behavior-based methods to screen job candidates, understanding how to excel in this interview environment is becoming a crucial job-hunting skill.

The premise behind behavioral interviewing is that the most accurate predictor of future performance is past performance in similar situations. Behavioral interviewing, in fact, is said to be 55 percent predictive of future on-the-job behavior, while traditional interviewing is only 10 percent predictive.  Click here to read the rest of this article.

Network with Alumni

You can use the Alumni Directory to contact Georgia Tech alumni working at companies in your field.  The directory includes numerous search fields such as first name, last name, city, state, company, class year, degree earned, and major.  This is a great way for you to network, conduct informational interviews, and gain job leads.  Contact Tiffany Norman at 404-894-7283 or tiffany.norman@alumni.gatech.edu to make an appointment at the Alumni House to use the directory.

Governor’s Fellowship Program

The Governor’s Fellowship Program is looking for bright, hard-working and enthusiastic recent graduates to participate in a six-month fellowship at the State Capitol. The Fellowship Program is an extension of our Intern Program and provides the participants with an in-depth look at the inner workings of the Office of the Governor. The opportunity is available to recent graduates, within one year of graduation, with either their undergraduate degree or master’s level degree, that are looking to work in a fast-paced environment and gain a wide range of experience. All applicants must reside in the state of Georgia. This program builds on the participants’ undergraduate and/or graduate education and other internship experiences, and gives them the capability to build a foundation for a career in state government or politics.Contact Info: Fax: 404-656-7119 Phone: 404-657-4861.   Visit http://intern.gov.georgia.gov for details and information on how to apply. Upon submission of an application and resume, students will be selected for an interview with the Governor’s Intern Program staff. After this preliminary interview, the student can be selected for a second round of interviews with one or more agencies that will best utilize their talents and interests. Interns will receive a stipend based upon their education level. The deadline for summer 2008 applications is March 21, 2008.  

Campus Jobs this Summer

The Campus Recreation Center is hiring for summer and fall positions! Learn more and apply at the CRC Hiring Expo. Applicants must attend one mandatory information session to be considered.Applications and resumes will be accepted at this time. Download an application at www.crc.gatech.edu/aboutus/jobs.php or pick up a copy at the Member Services desk.