Career Showcase to host over 40 exhibits
By KATIE RZEPKA
News Writer
Saint Mary's College will host the 17th Annual Showcase of Careers Thursday to help students navigate the seemingly overwhelming search for a career.
The event is co-sponsored by the College's Counseling and Career Development Center and the Board of Governance.
"The main idea that we want to get across to students is career exploration," said David Wilkeson, assistant director for Career Development.
Wilkeson said that the showcase is geared toward all students. First-year students and sophomores may gather information to assist them in selecting majors and defining career direction. The showcase provides a chance to learn more about the world of work and to talk informally with employer representatives.
Juniors and seniors can benefit too, he said. The showcase provides students the ability to access up-to-date career information and learn about possible internships.
Nearly 40 organizations will visit campus to offer information about employment opportunities, internships, graduate school and volunteer programs. The variety ranges from Arthur Anderson to WSBT-TV to the Peace Corp.
"There are internship and job opportunities. That's why we ask people to bring their resumes," said Jolanta Szumial, Career Services Secretary.
Employers will gain as well because they have the opportunity to reach a large number of prospects in a short amount of time.
The showcase runs from 3 to 5 p.m and will be held in the LeMans lobby.
All News Stories for Wednesday, November 8, 2000
