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Summer 2007 Events

Nursing Career Fair
July 26, 2007     3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
265 Peachtree Street
Presented by: National Black Nurses Association
As part of their 35th Annual Conference, the NBNA invites all nurses to attend this free career fair. Membership in the NBNA is not required; job seekers can register by visiting the Nursing Spectrum website.

Atlanta Career Fair
July 25, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: Careerbuilder.com
Admission is free for job seekers; no pre-registration required. Please dress professionally and bring plenty of copies of your resume.

Alliance for Non–Profit Management 2007 Annual Conference
July 18–20, 2007
Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel
This year’s conference theme – “Pathways to Nonprofit Success” – will focus on cutting edge topics for nonprofit decision makers and capacity builders (consultants, grantmakers, researchers and educators) as they sharpen their skills and forge valuable connections. The conference will feature over 45 workshop sessions, several intensive all–day pre–conference sessions on specialized topics and some 60 exhibits showcasing products and services to help nonprofits maximize their strengths; attendees will have access to plenty of networking opportunities in the exhibit hall. Anyone interested in learning more about improving the management and governance capacity of nonprofits should attend.

Professional and Diversity Career Fair
June 12, 2007     11:30 am – 3:00 pm
Georgia World Congress Center
Admission is free; business attire is required. Note: Most companies attending this fair request that you visit their websites to apply online prior to visiting them at the event (be sure to bring to the event any registration or confirmation forms showing that you have applied); a few companies insist that prior online application is required in order for them to be able to talk with you at the event. Please visit the website linked above for more information.

Summer Diversity Job Fair
June 12, 2007     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Fox Theatre
660 Peachtree Street NE
Presented by: The Employment Guide
Admission is free; no pre–registration is required. Proper business attire and resumes are required. The event will feature companies recruiting for a diverse range of opportunities from entry level to mid-management including financial, sales, customer service, restaurant, career education, protective services, military/law enforcement, transportation, telemarketing, healthcare, retail, and more. Call 770‑690‑0900 x233 for more information.

Atlanta Job Fair
June 4, 2007     11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: Monster.com
Admission is free for job seekers. Business attire is highly recommended. Employers are ready to hire, so make sure you bring at least 20 copies of your resumes. Visit the website linked above for more information and to pre–register; pre–registration is not required, but will provide you with e‑mail reminders and an up–to–date list of participating companies.

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Spring 2007 Events

25th Annual Career Expo
May 19, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: Latin American Association
The job fair is free and open to the public. Companies will be offering careers in a variety of areas. Most are seeking bilingual professionals and will prefer 4–year degree or equivalent experience.

PSI Executive Diversity Job Fair
April 30, 2007     10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Georgia World Congress Center
The job fair is free and open to the public; however, candidates must have a minimum of a 4-year degree or equivalent and be at least 21 years of age to attend. Bring 20 – 30 copies of your resume and dress professionally for possible interview on–site.

Atlanta Career Fair
April 26, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: Careerbuilder.com
Admission is free for job seekers; no pre-registration required. Please dress professionally and bring plenty of copies of your resume.

Non–Profit & Government Career Fair
April 24, 2007     11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Student Center, University Rooms A–E
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Open to all majors. Professional attire is required; be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resume. Prepare for the fair by reviewing the list of companies and organizations scheduled to attend; know who you want to see, and have questions ready.

2007 National Job Fair
April 21, 2007     7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Georgia World Congress Center, Building C
Presented by: KW Productions
Over 150 of the nation’s largest employers are scheduled to attend, with opportunities in the areas of: information technology, engineering, management, sales, research, human resources, finance, marketing, insurance, health care, law enforcement, hospitality, education, banking, communications, and many more. Doors open at 7:30; seminars begin at 8:00. Business attire is required; bring plenty of copies of your resume. For more information, please call 404‑244‑1777.

Mega Job Fair
April 16, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: ajcjobs.com and Expo Experts
Visit with employers in three pavilions, including: Engineering, Tech, Security Clearance; Nonprofit, Education; and, Professional. Admission is free for job seekers; please dress professionally and bring plenty of copies of your resume.

Sports Industry Career Fair
April 14, 2007     Noon – 4:00 pm
Turner Field
The 2007 Sports Industry Career Fair will offer a variety of employment and internship opportunities with many teams and organizations throughout the Southeast, including: Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Thrashers, Philips Arena, Charlotte Bobcats, Clear Channel Radio, Columbus Catfish, FSN South, Nashville Predators, Turner Sports and many more! You must register in advance; registration fee of $20 ($25 after March 30th) includes one upper box ticket to the Atlanta Braves v. Florida Marlins game at 7:35 pm, admission to the Career Fair, and $5 in Braves Bucks. Please see their flyer for more information and to register.

Space Career Fair
April 12, 2007
The Broadmoor Hotel
Colorado Springs, Colorado
The Space Foundation will be hosting its fourth annual Space Career Fair for college students studying science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and business administration. Company representatives will be available to discuss current career opportunities, industry trends, and upcoming civil, commercial, and national security needs in the space industry. Pre–registration is required (deadline for registration is Friday, April 6, 2007). Fee of $12 covers registration, use of the Space Career Fair Cybercenter, and afternoon access to the 23rd National Space Symposium – Ball Aerospace Exhibit Center. First 300 paid registrants receive a free Broadmoor buffet–style lunch. Valid photo student ID is required for admission.

College-to-Career Fair
April 10, 2007     11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Sponsored by: Georgia Association of Colleges & Employers (GACE)
Note: Admission is free, but you must bring your KSU Student ID card with you to be admitted to the event; pre–registration is recommended for faster admission, but is not required. Professional business attire is strongly encouraged; remember to bring plenty of copies of your resume to the fair.

Atlanta Job Fair
April 9, 2007     11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Presented by: Monster.com in association with National Career Fairs
The job fair is free and open to the public. Pre–registration is not required; however, pre–registering will ensure that you receive an up–to–date list of the companies that will be attending the job fair. Business attire is highly recommended; bring at least 20 copies of your resumes.

Women For Hire Career Expo
April 5, 2007     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Admission is free and you may register on-site. Business attire is required, and you must have copies of your resume with you to be admitted. Prior to the career expo, there will be a special early morning seminar and networking session. Attendees receive priority admittance to the career expo immediately following. There is a $15 fee for the early morning seminar and you must register in advance; space is limited.

Women’s Networking Lunch
April 4, 2007     11:30 am – 1:30 pm
103 West
103 West Paces Ferry Road
Hosted by: The Alumni Consortium of GACE
Open to alumni of KSU, Georgia Tech, UGA, Georgia State, Spelman, Mercer and Emory, this networking lunch will feature a presentation by Tori Johnson, founder of the Women For Hire program. There is a $25/person fee if you register and pay in advance; $30/person at the door. Please click the link above to visit their website for more information and to register.

Bank of America Customer Service Open House
March 29, 2007     10:00 am – 1:00 pm
210 Townpark Drive, Kennesaw
Bank of America Card Services will be conducting an information session and site tour, and will be scheduling interviews to fill Customer Service Representative positions. You must apply online prior to attending this event, bring 2 copies of your reusme and dress professionally. For more information, please refer to their flyer for details on how to apply online.

Career Conversations
March 28, 2007     12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
Social Sciences Building, Rooms 1020 A&B
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Learn about the wide variety of career opportunities that museums offer to writers, artists, history buffs, and other Liberal and Fine Arts majors. Guest speakers from several area museums and history centers will be present to introduce you to their world!

GSA Workshop: What Are YOUR Special Talents?
March 22, 2007     3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Burruss Building, Room 109
Presented by: The Graduate Student Association, The Graduate College, and The Career Services Center
What makes YOU special? What can YOU bring to your team or organization? Participants will learn the five barriers to discovering and developing their own talents and how to overcome them. Please join us!!!! Presented by Bill Dyke, founder of Rich Relationships. This workshop is free and is open to all students; refreshments and materials will be provided.

HireU College Career Fair
March 20, 2007     Noon – 5:00 pm
Hilton Atlanta
255 Courtland Street, Atlanta
Between 30 and 40 employers are expected to attend, including Fortune 500, government agencies, not–for–profit organizations, local and regional businesses, and colleges, with nationwide career opportunities in administration, accounting & finance, information technology, logistics, operations, engineering, training, general management, sales, and much more. This event is free for currently–enrolled students and recent alumni (must have graduated within the past 2 years). Please bring your student ID (or current transcript) if you are a current student; if you are a recent graduate, please bring a copy of your degree or transcript. Business casual attire is required (no jeans, shorts or sneakers allowed). To pre–register or for more information, please click the link above to visit their website.

Atlanta Alumni Networking Event
March 12, 2007     6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
103 West
103 West Paces Ferry Road
Hosted by: The Alumni Consortium of GACE
Open to alumni of KSU, Georgia Tech, UGA, Georgia State, Spelman, Mercer and Emory, this event will feature a presentation by Cathy Perry, corporate career consultant, with opportunities for both casual and speed networking. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, cash bar and door prizes. There is a $10 Early Registration fee (deadline is March 2nd); $15 at the door.

Clinical Showcase for Nurses
March 3, 2007    9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Emory Crawford Long Hospital, Glen Auditorium
550 Peachtree Street
Emory Healthcare invites you to attend this free opportunity to learn about their Residency and Re–entry programs in specialty areas such as critical care, emergency, perioperative, cardiology and neuroscience nursing; network with nurses from all clinical practice areas; and discuss career opportunities with recruiters in cardiology, neuroscience, cath lab, surgery, PACU, radiology, outpatient and other nursing specialties. To register, or for nursing career information, please click the link above to visit their website, or call 1‑866‑EMORY‑RN

Teacher Recruitment Fair
March 3, 2007    9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Hall County Schools
Gainesville Civic Center
830 Green Street; Gainesville, GA
Principals and other administrators will be interviewing for all teaching positions. Interviews are reserved for applicants with professional certification or those who anticipate professional certification by the beginning of the 2007–08 academic year. Individuals pursuing alternative certification are invited to attend and submit resumes for consideration at a later time. Applicants must complete an on–line application in advance. Please click the link above to visit their website for directions and to submit an application.

Spring Career Fair
February 28, 2007     Noon – 4:00 pm
Student Center, University Rooms A–E
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Professional attire is required; be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resume. Prepare for the fair by reviewing the list of companies and organizations scheduled to attend; know who you want to see, and have questions ready. Open to all majors!

Teacher Career Fair
February 16, 2007     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
KSU Center Room 400, 3333 Busbee Drive
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Professional attire is required; be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resume. Prepare for the fair by reviewing the list of schools and organizations scheduled to attend; know who you want to see, and have questions ready.

Nursing and Allied Health Care Career Fair
February 14, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Speak face–to–face with metro Atlanta’s top health care systems, including: A. G. Rhodes, Amedisys Home Health Services, Atlanta Medical Center, Atlanta VA Medical Center, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, DeKalb Medical Center, Emory Healthcare, Gentiva Health Services, Gwinnett Medical Center, Northside Hospital, Shepherd Center, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Wellpoint, and WellStar Health System. Admission is free for job seekers; please dress professionally and bring plenty of copies of your resume. For more information, please call 404‑526‑2596.

Career Open House
February 9, 2007     2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
First Data Corporation
6201 Powers Ferry Road  ATSA-1
Atlanta, GA
First Data Corporation invites you to a career open house at their Atlanta location, where you will have the opportunity to learn about First Data’s business, tour the facility, network with senior–level management, and participate in an informational interview (bring your resume). Please see their flyer for more information.

Atlanta Diversity & Bilingual Career Fair
February 6, 2007     10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Gallery Ballroom, Cobb Galleria Centre
All professional candidates, including college students, recent/post grads & alumni, are invited to attend this career fair. Job seekers should prepare for success by educating themselves about the companies scheduled to attend and the career descriptions provided. Professional dress is required for admission. Bring plenty of resumes (between 20 and 40 resumes) and be prepared for a possible interview.

Job Fair: Pilot Travel Centers
February 1, 2007     9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Holiday Inn Express
2485 George Busbee Pkwy, Kennesaw
Pilot Travel Centers is now hiring retail and restaurant managers (review their flyer for more information). For early consideration, please fax (865‑297‑0151) or e–mail your resume prior to the fair.

Bank of America Open House
January 24, 2007     9:00 am – 1:00 pm
210 Town Park Drive, Kennesaw
If you are about to graduate or have recently graduated, Bank of America would like to invite you to an Open House at their Kennesaw location. All majors are welcome to attend this event, which will give you the opportunity to meet their recruiting team and managers and learn about their career opportunities. Please refer to their flyer for directions and registration information.

Internal Audit Student Day Event
January 19, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
KSU Center
The Atlanta Chapter of The Institute of Internal Auditors will be conducting a Student Day Event specifically intended for Juniors and Seniors majoring in Accounting or Finance who are interested in an opportunity to network and seek job opportunities and internships. The event includes an Audit Career Panel Discussion, followed by a buffet lunch with guest speaker, and a career fair in the afternoon. This event is free for students; however, you must register in advance for lunch. Students may submit their resumes in advance to be distributed to all sponsoring organizations, but it is not required. Please review the event brochure for details on how to submit resumes and sign up for lunch.

Careers 2007
January 15, 2007     9:00 am – 4:00 pm
CNN Omni, 100 CNN Center, Atlanta
Driving directions can be found on the Omni Hotels website; the most convenient entrance to use for Careers 2007 is the Omni entrance on Marietta Street across from Centennial Olympic Park. Note: This event is by invitation only; you must apply in advance. There is no charge to apply or to attend.

Job News Job Fair 2007
January 11, 2007     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Meet face-to-face with hiring managers and recruiters from many of Atlanta’s top employers. Admission and parking are free; dress to impress, and be sure to bring plenty of resumes. Visit the Job News website for more information, and to pre-register and avoid long registration lines.

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Fall 2006 Events

Careers in Africa North America Summit
December 1–3, 2006
Washington, D.C.
Careers in Africa Recruitment Summits are annual events that bring together graduates and professionals who are seeking careers in Africa with leading multinational and African companies. Positions available range from entry-level graduate openings to senior management appointments. Event is by invitation only; apply online at www.careersinafrica.com to receive an invitation to attend. Application deadline is October 30, 2006.

Career Conversations: What Can I Do With My Chemistry/Biochemistry Degree?
November 16, 2006     5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Clendenin Building Room 1009
Students will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from Anheuser-Busch, ChemLink, Georgia Bureau of Investigations, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, INVISTA, and Kelley Scientific Resources about careers in Chemistry and Biochemistry, and to hear from a KSU Chemistry alumna about her graduate program. Refreshments will be provided.

Women For Hire Career Expo
November 16, 2006     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Admission is free and you may register on-site. Business attire is required, and you must have copies of your resume with you to be admitted. Prior to the career expo, there will be a special early morning seminar and networking session. Attendees receive priority admittance to the career expo immediately following; morning refreshments will be served. There is a $10 fee for the early morning seminar and you must register in advance; space is limited.

Government & Non–Profit Career Fair 2006
November 8, 2006     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Georgia State University – Student Center Ballroom
44 Courtland Street (Corner of Courtland and Gilmer Streets)
Students from all Georgia colleges and universities are invited to attend. Professional attire is required; bring plenty of resumes. Employer registration is still open, so please check the list of Government and Non–Profit employers scheduled to attend for the most recent updates (these are two separate lists). Directions to the GSU Student Center can be found on the second page of this flyer.

Diversity Employment Day Career Fair
October 24, 2006     Noon – 5:00 pm
Embassy Suites Hotel – Centennial Olympic Park
267 Marietta Street, Atlanta
Admission is free, but business attire is required; bring plenty of resumes.

Georgia Merit Testing for State Jobs
October 12, 2006     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Student Center, University Room A–E
Recruiters from The Georgia Merit System will be on campus to administer tests required or recommended for several State positions. Students interested in taking one of the exams must register with The Career Services Center. Additionally, students must set up a UserID on the State's job posting website and apply for the jobs for which they will be testing, prior to taking the test. Call Career Services (770‑423‑6555) to register or for more information; deadline to sign up is Friday, October 6th.

Majors Fair
October 11, 2006     10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Student Center, University Rooms A–E
Sponsored by: The Career Services Center and The CAPS Center
The Majors Fair will give you an opportunity to visit with representatives from each of the academic departments to learn more about potential majors and related career opportunities (including co-op and internship possibilities).

Atlanta Alumni Networking Event
October 10, 2006     6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
103 West
103 West Paces Ferry Road
Hosted by: The Alumni Consortium of GACE
Open to alumni of KSU, Georgia Tech, UGA, Georgia State, Spelman, Mercer and Emory, this event will feature a presentation by Jill Sutton of Pinnacle Performers with opportunities for both casual and speed networking. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. You must register in advance; there is a $10 charge to attend this event.

Dining Etiquette
October 10, 2006     12:15 pm – 2:00 pm
Student Center, University Rooms A–E
Sponsored by: The Career Services Center and The Graduate Student Association
All students are welcome to attend this presentation by Professor Nancy Prochaska, Management and Entrepreneurship. There is a $5 non-refundable registration fee and you must register in advance. Professional attire is required for admission to this event. Please call The Career Services Center at 770‑423‑6555 for more information and to register.

Accounting Career Fair
September 28, 2006     Noon – 4:00 pm
Student Center, University Rooms A–E
Sponsored by: The Career Services Center
Professional attire is required; be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resume. Prepare for the fair by reviewing the list of companies scheduled to attend; know who you want to see, and have questions ready. Companies are specifically recruiting Accounting majors at this fair!

Fall Career & Graduate School Fair
September 20, 2006     Noon – 4:00 pm
Convocation Center
Sponsored by: The Career Services Center
Professional attire is strongly recommended; be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resume. Prepare for the fair by reviewing the list of companies, organizations and schools scheduled to attend; know who you want to see, and have questions ready. Open to all majors!

Interview Skills and Dress For Success Workshop
Two sessions to choose from:
     September 13, 2006       3:30 pm – 5:00 pm  
          English Building, Room 243
     September 19, 2006     12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
          English Building, Room   68
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Space is limited, so please call The Career Services Center at 770‑423‑6555 to reserve a seat. Walk-ins will be welcome if space permits.

How to Register for the On-Campus Recruiting Program
Four sessions to choose from:
     September 11, 2006     10:00 am – 10:30 am
     September 12, 2006       5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
     September 13, 2006       6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
     September 14, 2006       2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
MBNA Lab (Burruss Building, Room 132)
Presented by: The Career Services Center

How to Work a Career Fair
Two sessions to choose from:
     September   7, 2006       5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
          English Building, Room 126
     September 14, 2006     12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
          English Building, Room 126
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Space is limited, so please call The Career Services Center at 770‑423‑6555 to reserve a seat. Walk-ins will be welcome if space permits.

Resume Writing Workshop
Two sessions to choose from:
     September 6, 2006       6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
          English Building, Room 68
     September 12, 2006     12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
          English Building, Room 68
Presented by: The Career Services Center
Space is limited, so please call The Career Services Center at 770‑423‑6555 to reserve a seat. Walk-ins will be welcome if space permits.

Atlanta Braves On Campus
August 30, 2006     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cobb Avenue in front of the Wellness Center
Presented by: The Career Services Center; The Center for Health Promotion and Wellness; and Intramural & Recreation Services
Come find out how you can become involved in the Atlanta Braves College Rep Program and learn about other opportunities with the Braves organization.

Atlanta Fall Diversity Job Fair
August 29, 2006     10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Cobb Galleria Centre
Admission is free, but business attire is required. Job seekers can visit The Employment Guide website (linked above) or call the Job Fair Hotline at 770‑690‑0900 x233 for updated information.

Sales Career Forum
August 16, 2006     9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Embassy Suites Hotel — Perimeter Center
1030 Crown Pointe Parkway
Sponsored by: Integrated Recruiting Consultants
Note: No pre-registration is required. Please bring at least 15 copies of your resume; professional business attire is required.

Alumni Consortium Networking Event
August 1, 2006     6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
103 West
103 West Paces Ferry Road
Hosted by: The Alumni Consortium of GACE
Open to alumni of KSU, Georgia Tech, UGA, Georgia State, Spelman, Mercer and Emory, this event will feature a presentation by Jill Sutton of Pinnacle Performers with opportunities for both casual and speed networking. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar.

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Events from 2005–2006 Academic Year
Events from 2004–2005 Academic Year