This bi-weekly newsletter is your gateway to staying informed about the latest happenings, exciting opportunities, and valuable resources available to you. Stay connected and make the most out of your academic journey with us! | |
NACE Career Readiness Competencies
Throughout the 2024-25 academic year, we’ll spotlight the eight National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) competencies highly valued by employers. Career readiness, as defined by NACE, is the foundation for demonstrating essential core skills that prepare college graduates for success in the workplace and effective career management
- Career & Self-Development
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Equity & Inclusion
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Technology
To learn more about the current programming offered by the Office of Professional Development and Engagement, CLICK HERE.
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College of Business Research Experience for Undergraduates
August 31 | Application Deadline
The CoB research experience for undergraduates (REU) program is now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 term. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Public Service Roadshow
September 3 | Student Success Center, 1st Floor | 4:00-5:00PM
Stop by to learn more about meaningful federal career opportunities, federal internship programs, and how to apply to unique government careers for any background.
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Rose & Resumes
September 6 | Sonner Hall | 3:30-5:30PM
Juniors, seniors, and graduate students prepare for life after graduation. Get help with your preparation for your next steps by having your resume reviewed by the JMU University Career Center and the opportunity to build your network! To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Success Suits You
September 8 | Valley Mall | 3:00-6:00PM
Come learn how to build an affordable professional wardrobe for your next interview, career fair, job, or internship. Guests will receive discounts at all participating stores. Shop career/professional apparel, accessories, and shoes. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Meet the Firms
September 11 | Festival Ballroom | 5-8PM
Accounting, Finance, and CIS majors, come network with close to 50 top firms to discuss potential employment opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry leaders and pave the way for a successful career. For a list of participating firms, CLICK HERE.
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Open Coffee: Student Entrepreneur Panel
September 13 | Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship | 9:30-12PM
Get inspired, meet fellow entrepreneurs, and become a part of the Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship entrepreneurial ecosystem. During this event, you can shop Student Made JMU between 9-11AM.
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Career Fair 101
September 16 | Student Success Center, 1075 | 6-7PM
Come learn essential tips on acing career fairs, including preparation, what to bring, and how to impress employers. Network with alumni-employers and enjoy refreshments. Plus, shop for free professional attire at the University Career Closet after the event until 8PM. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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CoB Alternative Spring Break Denver, CO
Seeking two leaders to lead the College of Business Alternative Spring Break to Denver, Colorado, in Spring 2025. If you are interested learning more, email huberak@jmu.edu.
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Missed the CoB Student Org Night?
It's not too late to join a CoB or Hart School organization! Whether you want to advance professionally, network, or develop your leadership skills, there’s an organization for you. Check out the CoB organizations here and the Hart School organizations here.
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Compete, Network, and Win
The College of Business Center for Professional Sales invites you to join a dynamic Sales Competition, Sales Career Networking Event, and Networking Awards Banquet on Friday, October 11. This event offers an incredible chance to compete for top prizes, including $1,000 and a custom Tom James suit for first place, $750 for second place, $500 for third place, and $250 each for the top sophomore and freshman competitors. With the participation of fifteen corporate partners, this event is also a gateway to valuable career opportunities for graduating seniors and internships for summer 2025. For more information, visit the Center for Professional Sales or contact the Director, Richard Tate, at taterm@jmu.edu.
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College of Business Family Weekend Event
Stop by the College of Business Learning Complex with your family anytime between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Friday, September 27, to enjoy light refreshments and conversation with College of Business and Hart School faculty and staff. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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COB 300: Antwerp, Belgium, Spring 2025
Applications are now being accepted for students interested in taking COB300 in Antwerp in Spring 2025. Applications for Summer 2025 and Fall 2025 open on September 1, 2024. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Access the Wall Street Journal & More
Required to read the Wall Street Journal for class? Sign up for your online account to read the newspapers like the WSJ, The Economist, New York Times or Financial Times through JMU Libraries.
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Join a Career Community
The University Career Center has launched the JMU Career Communities! Join the Career Communities that aligns with your major and the job functions and industry you are interested in. You will receive a customized newsletter, showing employer events, internship, and job postings related to your major and industry interest. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Seeking an Internship or Job
The Office of Professional Development and Engagement provides weekly small group career coaching sessions focused on internships and jobs. These sessions are designed to guide you through the process of searching for opportunities, networking, and more.These sessions are held in-person in the Hartman Hall EY Professional Development and Undergraduate Suite. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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Virtual Interview Rooms
M-F | 9:00-5:00PM | EY Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs Suite
The College of Business has virtual interview rooms for CoB students to reserve to ensure a quiet space for your interviews. Each room is equipped with a computer, camera, and microphone to facilitate your virtual interviews. RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY.
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Handshake
Handshake offers JMU students access to: Internships and job opportunities tailored for JMU students; career fairs, workshops, and events hosted by the University Career Center; employer events, info sessions, and on-campus interviews; and appointments with JMU Career Advisors at the University Career Center. To activate your account, CLICK HERE.
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JMU Career Closet
M-F | 8:00-5:00PM | Student Success Center 3rd Floor, Suite 3250
Get ready for JMU Career Fairs, interviews, and class presentations with our curated collection of professional work attire, available to all current JMU students for free. For more details, CLICK HERE.
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College of Business University Career Center Liaison
Every Thursday | 3:00-5:00PM | Hartman Hall, Employer Space
Drop by and meet with Hadgu Hadgu, the University Career Center Liaison for the College of Business for valuable discussions and guidance about career ideas, resumes, interviews, job searches, internships, graduate schools, and networking. No appointment is required.
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