Friday, October 23, 2009
Step Into the Elevator- Networking- Impromptu Speaking
We discussed in class the importance of developing career networks. Networks are important for developing identify, developing contacts for information, advice, and moral support as you pursue your goals. Kellly Pederson, a Career Specialist, at Rider University states that 75-80% of jobs are found through networks. And, a referral generates 80% more results than a cold call. We discussed that an important part of the networking process is developing a 30 seconds to one minute commercial of yourself. The commercial should contain your background information, current/prior roles in your responsibilities, education and knowledge, strengths and areas of interest and goals. Please post two parts to this blog. First, post your ideas for places that you can reach out to develop these network contacts (religious affliations, friends, prior work situations, etc.) Second part of the post should include your commerical script. Bring a hard copy of your commerical to class too.
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ReplyDeleteI know in my past, I have met a wide variety of people through my place of work. I currently work in Student Affairs and a lot of important people come in there to see my boss, Vice President Jim Norfleet. As an office assistant I am constantly meeting these important individuals and must engage in conversation should Jim be running late. Fortunately, my job allows for opportunities to help out with events on campus. Last year, I helped work on Family Day during Homecoming weekend and I was able to meet a variety of Faculty members that were perfect network contacts. I think being able to work alongside faculty members is a great way to network because it allows for me to show my hardworking and responsible side.
Other ways I can reach out to develop network contact is through the school newspaper. Just recently, I joined The Signal and I have noticed a lot of opportunities that come with being a staff writer. For instance, just recently I wrote about a lecture held by the organization PRISM. At the end of the lecture, I took my time to get to really know PRISM and I actually became really close to them and have been in contact with them since the running of my paper. It was pretty crazy how this year I was looking for organizations to help out with Family Day again and since I now knew PRISM, I was able to look to them for help. Unfortunately they couldn’t make it, but the idea of now having another contact organization for next year makes me feel I have at least one reliable source for future events.
In addition to making network contacts while working during my job or for one of my clubs, I realize I can make network contacts with other students through events that I help out with. For instance, though I mentioned meeting new people, such as faculty members, I didn’t mention making network contacts with other students. I remember this past weekend I worked Family Day and I gathered seven other organizations and I made sure that before I left I would introduce myself to all of them as a future reference and in case we were to work together in the future again. It was really hard gathering organizations this year, so I assumed that for next year I would make it easier on myself by making “nice” with these other organizations now.
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ReplyDeleteOver the years I have always been a fan of networking because it plays into my natural love of socializing. I tend to network wherever I go, but I have noticed that there are some places that I tend to do it consistently.
The number one place that I find myslef networking is the gym. Whenever I am at the gym I alwyas make it a point to be friendly with everyone around me and socialize as much as possible. I have met a lot of interesting people at the gym, both adults and students alike. I am actually doing this more than ever because I just got a job at a gym. Thanks to my job I can now network with the staff and the gym's business partners as well. In just two weeks I have already made various connections that are going to help me with my certification as a personal trainer. In fact, I actually got the gym because I networked with someone who was friends with the manager and recommended me.
In the past I have been lucky enough to get some fantastic jobs via networking with friends and family. Every job I have ever had as been the product of some sort of networking. My various jobs have also given me access to a vast group of people, all of whom have the potential to be great connections in the future. One connection that I have made is the head of the legal department of the last company I worked for, which could help me find a job once I graduate from law school.
Another way that I frequently network is my participation in athletic activities on campus. I play multiple intramural and club sports on campus and I am constantly meeting new people that are on the teams we play. I also network with students and faculty through the various organizations that my friends belong to. I always go to events that my friend's organizations are hosting and it is a great way to meet people I may otherwise have never met.
Overall, I think I am constantly networking. I even see a simple college party as an opportunity to go out and meet new people. Like I said I love socializing and I make it a point to go out and meet new people as much as possible. Whether its someone I bump into on the subway or the person standing in front of me on a line, I am going to say hello, you never know who they could be.
First Part-Networking Opportunities:
ReplyDeleteIn our current economic situation where many qualified people are applying for the same few available jobs, knowing people and having several contacts can truly make a difference in securing a job over someone else.
Rosina Racioppi, my aunt, is President and CEO of Women Unlimited Inc. This organization helps women succeed in leadership positions and creates ongoing partnerships with their participants and organizations. My aunt has an abundance of contacts on a national level in all fields of work.
Jasna Polana, my current place of employment, is a private golf course in Princeton. A majority of the members I accommodate are very successful and own their own companies. I see at least 50 members a day and hold conversations with them on a daily basis. I can make contacts with these members directly or within their company through their employers.
On campus events are also good opportunities to make connections and meet people. For instance, career fairs are ways to meet prospective employers and to ask questions and advice. Internship panels are also very beneficial because it is a time for students to exchange contact information with one another and learn more about each other’s experiences.
Second Part-Script:
Dr. Leake is the program coordinator for the Master of Arts Elementary Teaching program at TCNJ.
Hello, Dr. Leake, I’m so glad I ran into you! My name is Samantha Schroeder and I am a senior Communication Studies major and Fine Arts minor at The College of New Jersey. Although I have spent my time in communications’ classes and have had a marketing internship, I am very interested in pursuing a master of arts in teaching. I have been researching graduate programs in education, and I believe that TCNJ would be an excellent fit for me. I have maintained a strong GPA that has allowed me to study abroad in Australia and be an active member in Lambda Pi Eta National Honor Society. My experience working at a marketing firm and private golf course has given me the resources needed for the patience and creativity looked-for in a teacher. I want the chance to experience satisfaction from seeing a child succeed and seeing them have fun while learning. The College of New Jersey is regarded as one of the top graduate institutions and I believe my communication, organizational, and creativity skills will allow me to become a successful teacher. I value your input and whatever guidance you will be able to offer me. Thank you so much for your time, Dr. Leake, and I look forward to speaking with you soon.
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ReplyDeleteThere are many different places where one can begin to network. The first one that is easiest for college students is in the classroom. Professors are a great way to start networking. Professors often times have worked in the fields in which they are teaching, and can be a great source of reference letters. Also, the students in the classroom can have any type of future. By keeping in touch with fellow classmates, it can lead to great networking in the future. Anither great networking tip at school is to go see some of the presentations given by guest speakers. Often times, the guest speakers are experts in their fields. By talking to them either during a Q&A session or after the presentation, they often give either contact information or valuable insight to their profession. By getting that contact information, you can keep in contact with them and later network through them to try to get a job.
I agree with Lisa about networking through clubs. I am a member of LTV, and through my experiences with the club and speakers we bring in, I have made contacts in the television field. In addition, the members of LTV who have graduated are always sending the club internship offers. By talking to classmates who graduate before you do, it can often lead to future recommendations for jobs.
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ReplyDelete1.No matter where you go, you never know who you will meet. As we approach our senior year, we must continue to find ways to get our name out to potential employers. An individual can develop network contacts in various ways including: suggesting family members mention your career interests to friends and fellow coworkers and speaking with students in class who perhaps had past internships in the industry you are pursuing. Additionally, initiating conversation and attempting to meet new individuals in the work place is a strategy I have found most effective in building my network base. Prior to TCNJ, I attended college in the city where I completed an internship with Donna Karan International. As a marketing intern, I would constantly communicate with all areas of the department as well as public relations. Shortly after completing my internship I was accepted into a study abroad program in London where I was required to find an internship. Thinking back at the contacts I made at Donna Karan, I soon was given a position as an intern in DK’s PR firm in London. If I had not expressed my interests for pursuing a career in public relations, this opportunity would have never been offered to me.
ReplyDeleteI have also had success with maintaining contact with my professors over the past few years. I have been recommended for various internships as wells as projects since I communicated my interest in working within certain fields.
Lastly, as a former NJ Transit commuter, I quickly began to realize how many contacts could be made with simple conversations on the morning commute to New York City. One time in particular, I began speaking to a woman about commuting to New York for school. She continued to ask questions regarding my major and we began speaking about her line of work. The woman ended up being the owner of a small clothing company in New York and was interested in hiring an intern for Public Relations and Marketing. I received her name and business card for a future contact which I then passed along to another student who was searching for an internship position.
2.Scenario: I am attempting to receive an internship at LeSportsac Inc. (a handbag company) in New York City with the Director of Marketing, Eunice Liriano. Previously, I attended a presentation by Eunice in regards to the company and the internship opportunities available.
Hello Ms. Liriano, my name is Jacqueline Webb and I recently attended your presentation highlighting the future of LeSportsac Inc. I admired the company’s current effort to provide its customer with a functional yet fashionable handbag collection by collaborating with designer Stella McCartney. I found interesting the current promotional efforts you and your team have been implementing in Los Angeles by utilizing the new collection as gift bags for award ceremonies.
Because of my interest in your company, I would like to request an internship with you and your marketing team. I am currently a communication studies major at the College of New Jersey with an interest in public and mass communications. I feel my past work experiences in the fashion industry could bring fresh ideas to the table. I previously worked for Donna Karan International as a marketing intern and understand effective ways to reach a customer. I also studied in London where I worked with a public relations firm called Purple PR. This opportunity allowed me to experience the international market and the need for targeted campaigns. Additionally, I feel an internship opportunity with LeSportsac will expand my current knowledge of the industry. I believe it would be educational to see and compare how different companies initiate marketing strategies targeted to various consumer markets.
With LeSportsac Inc’s current success and plans for expansion, I hope to be a part of such an opportunity. Thank you for your time, and would like to set up a meeting where we can discuss this opportunity further.
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ReplyDeleteI have been networking since as far back as I can remember, probably before I even realized what I was doing was networking. You really can develop contacts and expand your network everywhere you go.
As president of Colleges Against Cancer I have many contacts on and off campus. On campus I have the support and help of the rest of the executive board who are all involeved in other activities and know other people so that is one network. I also have to contact other club and organization leaders to participate and co-sponsor opportunities, so I network with other leaders who also have more networks. Since CAC is apart of the American Cancer Society, we have an ACS liaison who comes to work with us. Christine our liaison works in the Lawrenceville office, where she introduced me to the Senior Director of Corporate Relations last year and resulted in me having an internship with them last spring.
Also it has been and important part of my college career to maintain good status with some of my professors. By keeping in touch with two specific professors, I have gotten in contact with other professional people in the PR field, which will hopefully help me in May when I am looking for a job. In fact, my one professor introduced me to a successful alum, who I met with and she put me in contact with a PR firm in Princeton. I reached out to them and now I am being offered a spring internship with them.
I also find contacts at home through my family. My dad is a professional person so by being friendly and professional when I stop by his office, or I am introduced to people he knows I get to know other people who can help me when I need it. This is also an example of how friends use friends to network. A friend of mine graduated in May and was looking to get involved in a hospital. Because my dad is a hospital administrator I told him about my friend's interest and as a result she emailed him her resume and she will be starting as an intern (and possibly part time) in the very near future.
Finally, by attending networking nights and workshops sponsored by different on campus groups are very useful. You never know who knows who, or who does what.
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My ACS staff person Christine told me the communications department for the eastern division office in NYC would be contacting me soon about a possible internship in NYC, but I have not hear from them yet. This would be as if I happened to run into Amy, the director of Communications at their office.
"Hi Amy! I am Cait Coyle, I am the CAC president at TCNJ, I applied for the internship with the communications department for the eastern division office in NYC. I am a senior communications major and professional writing minor. I am currently serving my second year as president of CAC but I have partipated in the club all four years of college, and have been a participant of Relay for Life since I was in high school.
I love writing and planning special events. Everything from the logistics to the design of invitations and promotional materials, I love the whole process. My goal is to work in PR or event planning, possibly for a non-profit. I have done alot of intern work for various non-profits, including ACS and I find nothing more rewarding that helping other and getting to do what I love. I am looking for an internship for the spring 2010 semester, and I think your office would be such a great place for me to learn more about PR in the non-profit world. If you have any interviews available I hope you will consider me. I would love to forward you my resume to keep my contact info on hand and possibly discuss this further.
Part 1: Networking Opportunities
ReplyDeleteSome places that I can reach out to develop network contacts include PSE, S&S Public Relations, and my friends. PSE is a co-ed marketing fraternity that I am currently a member of. The organization attempts to connect business students interested in marketing with professional contacts in the business world. We host events that large companies come to to speak with us and recruit us for possible internships or jobs. This organization is definitely a source to develop my network. Also, I can reach out to people I work with at my current internship at S&S Public Relations. In the Princeton office there are approximately 15 employees and I am the only intern. I could develop relationships with them to be able to include them in my network. Finally, I can reach out to friends that have parents in professional fields I am interested in. I have two friends whose fathers work in business in New York, and they have already mentioned to me that their father would be happy to speak with me. Therefore, my involvement with Pi Sigma Epsilon, S&S Public Relations, and my friends will help me develop my network.
Part 2: Commercial Script
Scenario: I am at a social networking event hosted by PSE and the marketing executive for Liz Claiborne is there. I approach him or her and begin by saying:
Hello. My name is Erin Nemes and I am an admirer of Liz Claiborne, Inc. and its brands. Last year, I completed a report for a class on your annual financial reports and learned a lot about the company. I would like to ask you if you have any internships available in your marketing department, because I believe my skills would be a great contribution to the company. Currently, I am a junior marketing major, communications studies minor at The College of New Jersey. The reason why I believe I would make a great intern, is because of my prior work experience and my passion for the marketing and public relations fields. I am currently an intern for S&S Public Relations and have already learned much about public relations from my duties of pitching to reporters and assisting in speaking to clients. Also, I am the vice president of public relations for the campus organization, PSE, a marketing fraternity. As the VP, I write press releases and develop the brand image of PSE for the college community. My efforts have increased membership in the fraternity and built a positive image surrounding the organization. Additionally, I hold attributes that are attractive to marketing professionals; I am excellent at prioritizing duties and being proactive, am very organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. I also have a hard-working attitude that I apply to all of my professional and educational experiences. Therefore, an internship opportunity with Liz Claiborne will expand my knowledge and allow me to work in an industry I am passionate about, while allowing you to attain an intern that can bring much to the table. May I offer you my business card and set up an appointment to further discuss an internship possibility?
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ReplyDeleteAs Kelly Pederson stated, 75-80% of jobs are found through networks. A large portion of your future belongs in the hands of those you develop relationship with. I am a firm believer that it is crucial to develop the proper social skills in order to progress in our society. Throughout the years I have met numerous people through previous jobs, activities, and everyday life. It is imperative to maintain a positive connection with these individuals because you never know when they may be beneficial to your future.
This past summer I worked with the NY Jets Event Staff. This was a tremendous opportunity for me to develop experience and meet new people in a field that I would love to one day work in. I had daily interaction with my supervisor as well as individuals from different departments in the organization. I also worked with about 20 other college students from around the area who are interested in the same field I am. They are great contacts to have because we share the same experiences.
I have been playing soccer since a very young age. Throughout the years, I have played on multiple teams and have developed long-lasting friendships. Soccer in New Jersey is almost like its on community because everyone either knows everyone or someone who knows everyone. Although some of my past and previous teammates may be interested in different things, having contacts in different career fields is almost as important as having them in a similar field. In addition to the friends I have made, there are their parents, coaches and trainers that I have tried to remain in contact with.
I was recently hired as an intern for the Philadelphia 76ers Community Relations Department. This internship has not yet begun but I am sure there will be multiple opportunities for me to make contacts to help me one day gain a job in professional sports.
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I have always wanted to work for the New York Football Giants Community Relations department. Allison Stangeby is the Director of the department. I plan on applying to that department come graduation this spring.
Hello Ms. Stangeby, my name is Jessica Clarke and I am in process of completing your application for the New York Giants Community Relations department. I wanted to personal introduce myself to you. I am firm believer that professional athletes, especially in football, have a tremendous opportunity to affect the community and its fans in a positive manner. I think the programs the Giants have established such as What Moves U, NFL's Hometown Huddle, Giants Jingle Jam, Adopt a Fire House and numerous other events are a terrific way for the organization to get out in the community. I understand how crucial it is to have a professional team involved with its local fans. I have previous had an internship with both the New York Jets and the Philadelphia 76ers. These experiences, along with being a college athlete myself, allowed me to understand the positive impact athletes can have to those around them. Being a senior communication major with a minor in marketing has given the opportunity to plan golf outing fundraiser for a local baseball league to renovate their facilities as well as be the liaison between an autism fundraiser and my college’s athletic department. I believe I an am a qualified candidate for your department. Thank you for your time and I hope to meet with you after my application process is completed.
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ReplyDeleteCommercial Script: Internship at Seventeen Magazine
Network Contact: Joanna Schultz, Editor
Hi, Mrs. Schultz. You don’t know me but my name is Lisa LoCascio (shake hands). I attended your lecture earlier this month about what you do at Seventeen Magazine. I really found your lecture interesting and am looking to get an internship there. I remember you mentioning that when you look for interns multi-tasking skills, competency, and not afraid to take initiative is very important to you. I work in Student Affairs at The College of New Jersey alongside Vice President Jim Norfleet and Assistant Vice President Magda Manetas. My main job is to perform thorough background checks but I also am in charge of organizing events, such as Family Weekend during Homecoming. I have been in charge of this for the past two years and it takes a lot of effort, responsibility, and strong communication skills to see to it that this event is a real success. I alone have recruited and organized clubs to run activities to entertain children of alumni’s and siblings of fellow students. When confronted with issues such as an organization pulling out last minute, I have to act fast and to get an alternative organization on board. During the event, all resourceful faculty members are busy and it becomes my responsibility to direct parents to key locations, answer any questions, make sure all performances are running on time; but most importantly, I get to talk to the parents of students. I really enjoy initiating conversations and learning more about themselves and any concerns they may have with their new college student. It’s a stressful time for parents of recent college students but I enjoy the interviewing process, learning more about their opinions and concerns - much like what Seventeen Magazine looks for its own articles. I believe I would a perfect intern for Seventeen Magazine because I am not afraid to initiate conversations for articles and I am no stranger to taking on more than one task, as you probably can tell. It was a real pleasure running into you and I hope to see you again. Thank you for your time and if you don’t mind, I would like to send you my resume and to schedule a time to meet for an interview.
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ReplyDeleteI know how important it is to start networking right now because the contacts we make in college can last a lifetime. I believe the most significant place I can begin to network is within my sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma. We have many alumnae events throughout the year where I can talk with past sisters about my future goals and career aspirations. Since the organization is so close-knit and willing to help the younger girls, I am working hard to get my name out there for the alumnae to recognize. The fact that I am the current Public Relations Chair within Phi Sigma Sigma lets people know where my strengths lie. I am also the current Philanthropy Chair within my sorority, which donates directly to the National Kidney Foundation. Since it is my dream to work in public health for such a large corporation this is a great foot in the door. I also make it a point to attend other Greek life events and fundraisers to meet new people and establish a good rapport with the community as a whole.
Another great contact I have is Christopher Moran, the dean of students in the Hackensack public school system. I have worked as a lifeguard for him for five years and have continued to have a great relationship with him. He is a good contact to have because he is very involved in the North Jersey school system and would be a great help if I wanted work in public health for school systems. My job as a lifeguard in general is also a great way to network with a variety of important people. The pool I work at is a private pool for the town of Montvale and many of the families there know me very well because I am a swim lesson instructor. My abilities as an instructor show great leadership skills. It is a big responsibility and many of the parents appreciate how well I can work with their children.
Joan McGowan, the director of volunteer services at Valley Hospital is also one of my important contacts. I was a junior volunteer for three years and worked with her very closely in the Emergency Room and delivery services for the hospital. My mother, Cynthia Ward, has also been a nurse at Valley for over 25 years, and is very well respected by her colleagues. If I ever wanted an internship in their public relations or research departments, my past experiences with them and family connections would definitely come in handy. Working as a volunteer, I was also able to network with many of the doctors, nurses and fellow adult volunteers who worked there. My mother is a great help in introducing me to all the right people. Overall, I make it a point to be kind and sociable where ever I go because you never know whom you might be meeting next.
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ReplyDeleteI am speaking to Cassie Goldberg, the director of The National Kidney Foundation’s public education campaign.
Hi Ms. Goldberg! My name is Kathleen Ward and I am currently completing my application to intern for the National Kidney Foundation. As a sophomore communication studies major with a concentration in health communication at The College of New Jersey, I am well qualified to work with the new public education campaign that you pioneered. At TCNJ, I am the philanthropy chair for my sorority, Phi Sigma Sigma, which donates all its proceeds to your foundation. Because it is my responsibility to plan philanthropy events, I have learned a lot about The National Kidney Foundation and its important goals in public health. I have viewed your public health campaign and admire how interesting and effective it is for the masses. I understand how important it is to connect to the audience in these types of health campaigns. I have also been in charge of public relations for my sorority and work hard to make the NKF well known around my campus. These two positions in my sorority are great responsibilities that require the leadership and organizational skills you are looking for in an intern. As I also work toward a minor in public heath here at TCNJ, my passion for helping others grows. Currently, I am a member of The Alternative Break Club and have plans to rebuild in New Orleans this winter. However, my true passions lie in opening the eyes of the public to health related issues like kidney disease. My overall knowledge and commitment to the National Kidney Foundation would make me the ideal candidate for this internship. It was very nice meeting you, thanks for your time and I hope to talk again soon!
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ReplyDeleteThe main avenue I have for networking currently is my internship. I am an intern at The Garfield Group in Newtown, PA doing public relations. It is a smaller sized agency, roughly 20 people on the pr side of things, but they could all prove to be a valuable contact one day. Also, there are other departments such as branding. I should be networking amongst these people as well because I am still young and could decide to change my career track at some point; so it would be helpful to have contacts across a wider spectrum of professionals. Secondly, I should be networking amongst the alumni in my Fraternity. Many of them are succesful individuals in a wide array of fields. Also, they inherently have trust for the undergraduates and want to help us out when they can. While I have not met many alumni who are in public relations like I wish to be, I should still network and keep my options open. Lastly, I need to network more among the people in my major. I have a wide social network at TCNJ, but not as much on a professional level, and not as much within my major. While most of my fellow political science majors have somewhat different career tracks than myself, I should still network among them more as our paths are similar and could eventually cross.
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Hello, my name is Dan Fernandez and I am currently an intern at The Garfield Group doing public relations. My main responsibilities include pitching the media on story ideas, compliling media lists and other research, helping strategize pr plans, and other media relations tasks. Prior to this internship I was at S&S Public Relations where I gained excellent experience that I am still using today. Also, I am a senior at TCNJ with a major in political science and a minor in communication studies. I live in Middletown, NJ when I am not at school, and have all my life. One day I want to work in corporate public relations, where I can use my education and experience to their full potential. I would be an excellent fit for such a position because I understand what hard work in the field of public relations entails and how to get it done. Political science and communication studies mirror each other very well, and have given me a deep theoretical understanding of how the media influences public opinion and how organizations can shape that to their advantage. My work experience has shown me how to make this happen, by developing relationships with reporters and other media members to help get the story out and how to formulate effective and creative public relations strategies. I also know how to both lead, and respect the organizational process, to ensure that both the client and our organization comes out on top.
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ReplyDeleteThis summer, I really want to get an internship working on one of the late night shows. While I know he works in California, working on the late show with Conan O’Brien would be a dream. This is what I would say in my “elevator speech” to him:
Hello Mr. O’Brien! My name is Kevin Malcolm, and I am a huge fan of The Late Show and find you career track fascinating, going from being a writer of The Simpsons to hosting your own late night talk show! I am currently double majoring in Finance and Communications with a focus on film and television at The College of New Jersey. I have a great interest in continuing in a career in the television field. I applied for an internship to The Late Show and I feel like I would be a great addition to your show. I have served as President of my college’s television station since my sophomore year of college, and have also created, written for, and directed my own television trivia show. I also helped write and direct a late-night talk show at my college. I am very proficient in editing and will work very hard to do whatever is needed of me. In addition to my work in television station, I work on campus in the Residence Halls and I have been able to maintain a 3.5 GPA. For all of these reasons, I think I would be a great addition as an intern at The Late Show. I would like to thank you for your time, and I look forward to hopefully talking to you again!
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ReplyDeleteThe easiest and most obvious place to network is with professors. Most of the professors teaching within the major you are interest have had some experience working in the field before they began teaching. They have already formed ties and can connect you to them if they feel it is worthwhile.
I have also formed good relations with many teacher at my high school. Their past experience being my teacher they have gotten to know me and know what I am capable of. Many of my teacher have written me amazing recommendation letters in the past and have offered to write any in the future if i need.
Another place would be work. I babysit for many different families some one which the parent of the children is head of an extremely well known banquet hall. People of all different professions come to his banquet hall for weddings and other occasions and because renting a room is so costly he usually develops a pretty good relationship with them. Through my networking with him I have gotten opportunities for other work and internships.
I am a part of the sorority Delta Phi Epsilon. Through keeping a good relationship with alumni whenever there are job opportunities where they work they always let us know. Also through being the community service chair in my sorority I form relationships with people in the organizations we volunteer for. I have also formed a connection with the rest of greek life by attending other organization's events and meeting people.
There is also the networking I have with past employers. I did two internships with the North Jersey newspaper called the Record. The Editor in Chief of the newspaper, Doug McLaughin, was involved with both internships and got to know the other interns and me very well. When the internship was over we were told that if we stay in contact, like i have, that if we ever need another internship or job he would do his best.
Part 2
To Lesley Rotchford the editor of Women's Health Magazine
Hello Ms. Rotchford! My name is Jessica Virga and I have been reading Women's health for years. Your magazine has even inspired me to major in health communications at the College of New Jersey. Right now I am in my sophomore year with a double major italian linguistics. I would love to work one day at a magazine like your own. I think it is extremely important to keep the public updated on new health breakthroughs. I have done two internships at the north New Jersey newspaper The Record and become experienced in the journalism field. Aside from writing I also am experienced in photography. I am extremely creative and can come up with a new and exciting story on the spot. I would provide a fresh perspective that would bring another aspect to the magazine. Anyone who knows me knows that I am an extremely devoted and hardworking and for those reasons I feel that I am an excellent candidate for the internship. Thank you very much for your time and hopefully I will be speaking with you again soon.
Once I graduate TCNJ I plan to attend law school and pursue a career as a lawyer. One specific interest that I have is in public service; as such my commercial is going to target Paul Fishman, the District Attorney of New Jersey.
ReplyDeleteHello District Attorney Fishman, it’s an honor to meet you, my name is Mike Coniglio and I am junior at The College of New Jersey. I have heard that there is currently an internship opening in the Trenton U.S. Attorney’s Office and I think that I am just the right fit. I am a communication’s major and a pre-law minor and I plan to attend the UCLA School of Law upon my graduation. As such I have taken multiple courses in persuasive tactics, public relations, and law and have learned valuable skills as a result. For example I have studied the philosophies and ethics of law, criminal procedure, and the economics of law. Along with my work in school I am also heavily involved in the New Jersey community through service activities such as Kiwanis and the Surfrider Foundation. In the end I know I have a lot to offer your office in regards to dedication and work ethics, and I know that an internship among your staff will provide me with the skills and experience I need to one day achieve the title you currently hold. Thank you for your time, and I hope you will keep me in mind when filling in your internship position.
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ReplyDeleteI often hear my parents say, “it’s all in who you know” and I never quite understood until I got older. Networking is by far one of the most effective ways to find a job. I have gotten three internships in the past simply by networking and talking to people. One internship was with the Monmouth County Board of Taxation and the other two were with the Superior Courts of New Jersey. Because I want to pursue a career in law, having the chance to intern in a courthouse was a great opportunity. I networked everyday with attorneys, prosecutors, and judges; in fact, anyone that would talk to me would hear about my interest in law and future career plans. This worked greatly to my advantage. The attorneys and prosecutors gave me tips for the LSAT exam and getting into law school. I got business cards and contact information for help with future career plans. In fact, one attorney has put me in contact with a superior court judge and now I may have an internship with him for this summer. Networking is a vital part of the job hunt and there are so many ways that one can network. Other than just starting conversations with people as I did, joining clubs and organizations is a sure way to make networking contacts. I am a part of the Bonner Community Scholars program which opens up so many doors and opportunities for me to network. I am also very interested in non-profit organizations and all of the community partners that Bonner associates with are non-profit organizations. So clearly, being a part of this organization could truly help me if I were to go into the field of non-profits. Perhaps the easiest and most effective way for a college student to network is just to talk, talk to their peers and more importantly their professors. Many professors do not teach at TCNJ full-time and have careers and businesses outside of teaching. For example, during my freshman year, my statistics professor was an adjunct and was the CEO of his own marketing company, if I were looking into a job at a marketing firm, it would be ideal to discuss and network with this professor.
Part Two – Judge Thomas Sumners is a superior court judge in Trenton.
Hello Judge Sumners, it is such a pleasure to meet you. My name is Lasha Carey and I am a junior political science and communication studies double major at The College of New Jersey. I have plans to attend law school and I added a communication studies major in order to help me with public speaking and debate. I am a Bonner Community Scholar, which is a program where students do a minimum of 300 hours of community service per school year in the Trenton area. Clearly, I have a strong passion for service and non-profit organizations and one day would like to practice human rights law. I have had two different internships with the Superior Court of New Jersey in Monmouth County where I live. And I am currently looking for an internship for this summer and I believe that interning within your chambers would be a great opportunity as I am a driven, reliable, and eager young woman with plans to go far in life. I know that I would be able to learn and grow tremendously with this internship. Please allow me to give you my resume as I am sure you will see that I am qualified and right for this job. Thank you so much for your time, I look forward to hearing from you very soon.
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ReplyDeleteIt’s very important to network in every possible way by constantly reach out to those around you, even in ways others might consider rude or just impractical. I remember overhearing a conversation at a restaurant and joining in because I heard this man saying he needs help at his company and I didn’t hesitate making myself available. As a student at The College of New Jersey I always make sure to talk to professor in my major or even in a different major because you will never know when you will need from them and you would be surprise how much they are willing to help you if asked. I always take advantage of the career fairs because they are ways to meet prospective employers and to ask questions.Also as a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity incorporated I make sure to use my resources to my advantage when attending these national conferences. These conferences are attended by CEO and managers from different companies from every possible field. They are always willing to help college student because they were once in that position and know the important of networking. Another great contact I have for networking is the pastor of my church Joseph Amankwah Asabre. As a member of The Church of Pentecostal my pastor always make sure that we have resource when we graduate and also sending the college student emails about internship opening. I always network at family events because family members are always there to help you in every possible way. Since most of my family members are engineering major they always willing to help me in every possible way. I have gotten two internships from family members because am always networking with every possible chance I get. Overall I think networking is a very important aspect of our life’s and it doesn’t matter the location and time of it we should never hesitate to network.
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ReplyDeleteDr. Markus Peter Blakemore is the General Manager of Caterpillars.
Hello Dr. Blakemore is sure a pleasure to meet you, my name is Gideon Opoku and currently a student at The College of New Jersey. After doing my research it was brought to my knowledge that there’s currently an internships opening at your company in New Jersey. As a mechanical engineering I am definitely certified for this position if given the opportunity. Am very familiar with the types of machine manufactured by your company because my summer internships at SISCO in Totowa I was licensed to use machines like the fork lift and the lathe. I plan to attend graduate school at Stevens University after I graduate to continue my education. Am also familiar with the software programs used by your company like Pro/ENGINEER and ANSYS. I am an extremely devoted, hardworking and for these reason you will not be disappointed if you this opportunity is given to me. Thank you for your time and I will definitely send you a copy of my resume and after doing my research I found out that you a member of Kappa Alpha Psi incorporated and so am I. Thank you and have a blessed day.
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ReplyDeleteI think it is important to note that you can meet new people to network with everyday, anywhere you go. You never know who you could run into or the possibilities of gaining a great deal out of a small conversation. Being a college student, I think the best place to network is by joining various organizations on campus. By allowing yourself to network with others outside of your major or just meet new people in general, it opens up an avenue of possibilities with those around us. For example, my sorority, Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority Inc. has been known to help other sorority sisters get jobs or guide them to people that they know. For me, not only being a sister of my sorority has put me at an advantage, but being greek in general has allowed me to have a connection with people that never knew me before because we now have a better understanding of each other being that we share a common ground. In addition, I am also a Bonner Scholar on campus. Being a Bonner Scholar has allowed me to not only serve my community, but it has also led me to meet people that can help me with my career one day. Now days it seems as though it is all about who you know so it is very important to be confident in what you have to offer and basically sell yourself in ways that catches others interest.
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I would be speaking with the Director of Boys and Girls Club of America:
Good Morning Mr. Nardino! It is such a pleasure to meet you. My name is Natasha Perez and I am currently a junior majoring in Communications Studies at The College of New Jersey. I have been a long time supporter of Boys and Girls Clubs as I have also been actively involved in your programs such as The Keystone Club and The Torch Club. In fact, the Boys and Girls Club has helped me continue my desire to serve the community as I have been accepted to The Bonner's Scholars Program which is also a non-profit organization that helps pay for four years of my tuition while doing service. During the school year I work as a “local recruiter” for the Bonner Scholars Program, serving The College of New Jersey. I represent the program at recruitment and informational fairs at high schools. I am on a work team responsible for developing an orientation program for future Bonner Scholars. Your non-profit organization is looking to develop a college relations component to your human resources office. My experiences, both academically and professionally, are a good match for your current needs. My strengths include designing orientation programs, marketing the college as well as the program for future students, and fluency in Spanish. I noticed that your organization has experienced rapid and sustained growth over the past 5 years, including the opening of offices in South America. I would welcome the opportunity to work for a growing and international non-profit organization like yours.