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It is important to project a professional image throughout your job search. One way to achieve this is to dress the part. During an interview, an employer may assume that this is the best you will ever look. Unfortunately, making your way into the world-of-work means that you may be judged on the way you look and how you present yourself. This may not always be fair, but there are a number of things you can do to feel confident about yourself in an interviewing situation. As you know, you only get one chance to make a first impression. Remember, dress for the job you want, not the job you have. You’re trying to sell yourself!

• ALWAYS wear a suit to an interview, even if the people who work at the organization are not wearing suits and the job for which you are interviewing doesn’t require it. Remember, the people there already have the job…you don’t!

• Always have fresh breath and clean body hygiene. This may seem obvious but take a shower, use deodorant, and brush your teeth.
• Wear perfume, cologne, or aftershave that is subtle, some people may be allergic. Your scent should leave the room when you do.
• Cover visible tattoos with makeup.
• Have clean, short nails without ragged edges. Women, have unpolished nails or use clear polish or a neutral tone.
• Take out any piercings (nose, eyebrows, tongue, etc). They can be put back in when you are not interviewing or at work.

• A conservative pants or skirt suit (navy, gray, black).
• Clothing that fits your body correctly—clothing is too tight when it is pulling horizontally across your body or has gaping buttons; clothing is too big when tops are falling off the shoulders or pins are used to hold waist bands.
• A slip, if your skirt is unlined. It should be light or dark according to the color of the skirt and length should extend to hemline.
• Minimal accessories (necklaces, earrings, and bracelets) in keeping with the fashion trends of the season. Wear only one ring per hand.
• Clothing that is appropriate for the current season.
• Neat, pressed, clean clothing without tears, rips, hanging threads or pills. All buttons, snaps, or hooks should be on the garment and hems sewn in place.
• Polished shoes with matching belt (if appropriate).
• Sleeve length for suit would fall between your wrists and the top knuckle of your thumb.

• A conservative suit (navy, black, gray).
• Sleeve length for suit should fall between your wrists and the top knuckle of your thumb.
• A matching tie that extends below the belt line.
• An ironed long-sleeve cotton shirt.
• A white undershirt beneath your dress shirt.
• Clothing that is appropriate for the current season.
• Neat, pressed, clean clothing without tears, rips, hanging threads, or pills. All buttons, snaps, or hooks should be on the garment and hems sewn in place.
• Polished shoes with matching belt.

No college student should be graduating without career-related experience. Be sure to gain skills through internships and co-ops related to your career goal or major. View internships posted recently for Marquette University students. To see even more internships plus full-time jobs, register with MU CareerTRAK.

Career Intern
In this position, you will serve as the front line for students seeking resume and career services assistance during daily walk-in hours. This includes resume and cover letter review, orientation to services and MU CareerTRAK, outreach presentations to student groups, and marketing. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to julia.rodrigues@marquette.edu.

Career Fair Intern
In this position, you will serve as student coordinator of the career fairs. Tasks include coordinating career fair employer registration, database input, publicity, billing, set-up, and closing reports plus assisting Career Services staff in other aspects of fairs. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to maryann.desaulniers@marquette.edu.

Career Ambassador

Do you have a lot of friends with a variety of interests?
Does everyone call you to find out what is happening?
Can you talk anybody off of the couch?

If the answers are YES,
then you don’t want to miss your opportunity to work as a

Career Ambassador for the Career Services Center!

The DEADLINE to apply for these three positions is Friday, April 13! For more details on these exciting opportunities and how to apply, please log on to MU CareerTRAK or Job Connection.

Diversified Insurance, Inc. – Waukesha, WI
Scholarship: $1,500, Paid Hourly
1 Opportunity Available (Summer 2007)

J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. – Neenah, WI
Scholarship: $1,500, Paid: $9.00-$11.00/hour
4 Opportunities Available (Summer 2007)

Visit http://www.wficweb.org/work.html for more information and application instructions.

I have started applying for full-time jobs for after graduation. I have noticed that a lot of employers are asking for my GPA, but I am not very proud of it. Do I have to list it on my resume? What can I do so that I won’t be screened out because of my GPA?

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The Student Alumni Network invites you to
the 7th Annual Etiquette Dinner
co-sponsored by
the Career Services Center and the Alumni Association!

Laura Kestner, Director of the Marquette University Career Services Center, will help guide students as they mix and mingle. Following the reception, Ms. Kestner will provide dining etiquette tips and demonstrations during a three-course meal. Following dinner, students and guests will be able to ask etiquette questions and hosts and sponsors will have an opportunity to make closing remarks.

Date: Thursday, April 19, 2007
Time: 6:00 p.m. Reception, 6:30 p.m. Dinner
Place: Wisconsin Club (900 West Wisconsin Avenue - Valet parking is provided via Club entrance on 10th Street. Visit http://www.wisconsinclub.com/ for more information about the Wisconsin Club.)
Cost: $15 for students

STUDENT PAYMENT OPTIONS:
1. Send via campus mail or drop off at 1212 Building, Room 615
2. Credit card via online registration
3. If you believe you will obtain four stamps on your CAREER WEEK Card and plan to attend the Etiquette Dinner courtesy of Career Services, please register in advance. Once you present your completed card to the Career Services Center by 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 18, you will be reimbursed for the Etiquette Dinner.

Michael Escamilla, Sociology, May 1975, Geriatric Management – Senior Housing Industry, Retirement Companies of America.

Learn more about the success and career path of this Marquette Graduate.

Contact Michael Escamilla at mescamilla@kirbypines.com.

Are you interested in contacting other alumni for career advice?
Check out MU Connect: Career Alumni Network.

Kohler Co. is proud to offer rewarding career opportunities throughout the world. They continually seek motivated individuals who embody the skills and drive that contribute to their global success.

Just as they are committed to improving the lives of their customers with exceptional products and services, they are equally committed to employing and cultivating the careers of motivated professionals with the aspiration and talent to succeed.

Kohler Co. offers an abundance of rewarding career choices. Opportunities range from cutting-edge engineering and design positions to leading global business initiatives. Kohler recognizes the valuable contribution of every individual within the organization, and strives to offer opportunity and reward at every one of those levels. Explore a sampling of various career opportunities that exist within Kohler Co.

Calendar of Events
This calendar includes upcoming on campus recruiting events and career-related workshops.

Junior and Seniors:
On-campus interviews began on February 16 (the day after the Workforce Career Fair). Since most of the on-campus interviews involve submitting a resume three weeks in advance of an employer visit, the time to sign up for interviews is now!

All interviews are arranged through MU CareerTRAK. We strongly encourage all job seekers to register with MU CareerTRAK. The process is easy and begins by submitting a resume to career.services@marquette.edu. One of our counselors will respond with detailed instructions. Campus interview schedules are also available through the Marquette Calendar of Events. You may also visit our office in person for personal assistance with MU CareerTRAK and signing up for on-campus interviews.

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The Career Services Center is hosting an action-packed JOB SEARCH BOOTCAMP to jump start your active job search. Learn how to market yourself, write a perfect resume and cover letter, research employers, network, and practice interviewing.

Report for learning:
Saturday, April 14
9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Career Services Center

Register TODAY at www.mu.edu/csc!
(Space is limited to 50)

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WFIC Summer Insurance Institute
June 4-7, 2007 at Concordia University
Apply by April 16, 2007!

• Free! - No cost to Wisconsin private college students including room and board for four days
• Learn the fundamentals of a growing, changing industry through industry experts and hands-on activities
• Discover well-paid corporate careers in accounting, IT, risk management, marketing, HR, sales, business management and many more
• Interact and dine with dynamic leaders from more than 35 top insurance firms in Wisconsin
• Unique networking events inclulding: a golf outing, Cubs -vs- Brewers game event, formal dinner and more
• One week experience may count for college credit!
• For more information, visit www.wficweb.org/institute or call 414.273.5980

Sponsored by: The Wisconsin Foundation for Independent Colleges


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