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Third Advertising &Public RelationsMason, MI

Rane Martin is a Junior Advertising and Public Relations Major from Mason, Michigan. She hopes to someday work in the Entertainment or Nonprofit Industry. She currently works as the Promotions Coordinator for Campus View Housing and has

dabbled in photography, web design and graphic design. In her free time, she enjoys eating pizza lunchables and watching superhero movies. Her favorites things include her

huge family, red velvet cupcakes and the color yellow.

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“I went to Career Services for a mock interview. For this, the entire interview was videotaped and we watched the tape while she provided feedback. Although watching myself was embarrassing, I learned a lot and was able to correct the mistakes I didn’t know realize I was making. When it came time for my actual interview, I was much more confident and ended up getting the job!” - Kelsey Ferrand

interview with you to help sharpen your one-on-one skills. Determining if you landed a job, whether it is for a part-time position, an internship, or a full-time career, can depend heavily on your resume, cover letter and personal interview. With help from the Career Center you can develop your professional image to its full and impressive potential.

LakerJobsWhat if you want to start applying for jobs but are having difficulty finding quality listings? The Career Center manages a website called LakerJobs, created solely for the purpose of matching you with your future employer. “LakerJobs is like Monster or Career Builder. Only it’s better because the positions posted are targeted to Grand Valley students,” said Ginger Lange, Associate Director of the Career Center. To get started with Lakerjobs, simply set up your account at www.gvsu.edu/lakerjobs.

Resume WorkshopsPicture this: you are sifting through some job listings online and you come across one that sounds great. Good pay, nice hours and just a short drive from campus. Then, at the bottom of the page, you see a line of text that reads, “Please submit your resume and cover letter to wearehiring@email.com.” Resume? Cover letter? You’ve definitely heard of these things but cannot even begin to think of where to start in creating them! Enter the Career Center. Simply attend a comprehensive Resume Workshop or set up a one-on-one meeting with an advisor and you will learn to create a resume that sufficiently shows off your experience and a cover letter that successfully highlights all of your best attributes. What if a potential employer requests an interview with you? A Career Center advisor will not only walk you through the interview process, but they can also conduct a simulated

InternshipsGaining experience while at Grand Valley is key to landing the job you want once you leave. The best way to ensure that you gain the experience you need is through an internship. Not only can the Career Center help you search for potential internship opportunities but they can also provide you with strategies for landing an internship that is right for you. Whether it’s paid or unpaid, credit or no-credit, an internship could help you determine your desired career path and become an invaluable asset to you later in your career search.

Career FairsWhat do you call a huge event with hundreds of employers and endless amounts of networking opportunities? A career fair, of course! Hosted by the Career Center once a semester, career fairs are great no matter what year you are at GVSU. You may attend simply to meet recruiters and discuss what they look for in employees in their industry. Or, you can show up with resumes in hand, ready to make connections and impress potential employers. Networking is essential to creating lasting impressions that may help you land a great job in the future. The Career Center even helps you prepare for a career fair by hosting prep workshops beforehand!

Visit the Career Center Today!The Career Center is your one-stop-shop for finding a job you love. The excellent staff will answer all your questions, prepare you on many different levels, and guide you through your first steps into the job world. Their office is located in 206 Student Services in Allendale and 116B DeVos Downtown or online at www.gvsu.edu/careers. Stay up-to-date on Career Center workshops, career fairs and other events by following them on Facebook and Twitter. Check them out now because it’s never too soon to start thinking about your future!

Getting the Most Out of the Career Center

Finding a part-time job is hard enough. Finding a career? Now, that’s just downright scary. While it may seem far off in the future, beginning to think about and prepare for your future career now will help you reach it when the time comes and that time will come fast! Getting ready for your future is important, and the knowledgeable staff at the Career Center will be there to guide you every step of the way.

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RaneMartin

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Rane Martin is a Junior Advertising and Public Relations Major from Mason, Michigan. She hopes to someday work in the from Mason, Michigan. She hopes to someday work in the Entertainment or Nonprofit Industry. She currently works as the Promotions Coordinator for Campus View Housing and has Promotions Coordinator for Campus View Housing and has

dabbled in photography, web design and graphic design. In her free time, she enjoys eating pizza lunchables and watching superhero movies. Her favorites things include her watching superhero movies. Her favorites things include her

huge family, red velvet cupcakes and the color yellow.

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