Virginia Tech Agronomy Club is holding it's annual Chili Dinner on Thursday Feb. 23rd, in the Litton Reaves Study Lounge. It is an all-you-can-eat chili buffet with all the fixings, corn bread, sweet tea and soda for just $5.00 a person! This is a great way to support one of VT's oldest academic programs. Bring all of your friends!

If you have any questions, contact ashle08@vt.edu

Connection Job Fair

The Connection Job Fair is just two weeks away! Preparation events are next week. Please share with your contacts. As always, thank you for your assistance in helping to promote our events to students.

CONNECTION CO-OP & INTERNSHIP JOB FAIR

The ONLY job fair for co-op, internship, and summer job opportunities!

Tuesday, February 14, 2012
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Squires Student Center: Commonwealth & Dominion Ballrooms
Interviews will be held Wednesday, February 15, 2012

We are filled to capacity with employers! Over 140 employers! Don't forget to check out the list of employers who will be attending which includes:

Link to employers website. Majors of Interest. Types of positions: internship, co-op, f-t. Work authorization and Academic levels seeking.

If you would like to volunteer to assist with this event, please contact: mcole@vt.edu It is a great way to network with employers!

Upcoming Events to Prepare for the Career Fair

How to create a STAND OUT Resume
February 6, 5:00-6:00 p.m., Smith Career Center, Rm. B

How to STAND OUT in the Career Fair Crowd
February 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m., 1760 Litton Reaves
February 7, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Smith Career Center, Rm. B

SPRING RESUMANIA! - Resume Review Day
February 8, 2012
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Smith Career Center - 1st Floor - Career Resource Center
No appointment necessary - Just drop by!!!

How to have an OUTSTANDING Interview
February 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m., 1670 Litton Reaves

Got 3 minutes? Check out CareerSpot videos and get a jumpstart on preparing for the job fairs and your job search! Learn how to prepare an Elevator Pitch, Career Fair Success, Networking and hear what recruiters are seeking in candidates!

For other upcoming career fairs and events check out the Career Services Semester Events

Experience. Get it Now!

Employment

Are you looking for a summer job in Blacksburg where you can gain valuable work experience and let your leadership skills shine?

Then apply now to work for Virginia Tech's Conference and Guest Services. Applications can be submitted online until February 10.

Conference and Guest Services is looking for energetic and friendly students to work during the summer when many conferences and camps are held at the university. Candidates must have strong leadership, organizational, and problem solving skills, and must be able to provide top-notch customer service to the more than 15,000 guests who visit campus for these events each summer.

The following positions are available:

Conference aides,
Hospitality desk attendants,
Hospitality desk assistant manager,
Set-up crew member, and
Crew assistant manager.

Visit www.meetatvt.com for full descriptions of each position or more information on how to apply.

Basketball

VT Women's Club Basketball team is having tryouts Jan. 30 - Feb. 1 from 7 - 9 p.m. in Cassell.

Announcement for Student Organizations

New Student Programs, an area in the Dean of Students Office, is now accepting applications for the 2012 Transfer Orientation Guide (TOG) position. TOGs will assist us with the "Getting on Track" transfer orientation program by helping new transfer students and their families transition into the Hokie community. For more information about the position and to download an application: www.nsp.vt.edu. Applications are due by 5:00pm Friday, February 17. Questions? Contact tracks@vt.edu.

Organization Funds Program

If you are a member of a Registered Student Organization (RSO) working on a project that will have an impact on our community, you could be awarded up to $1000 to help make your idea a reality. CSECP is looking for projects that show impact, sustainability, and fulfill the "Ut Prosim" mission. Please see the following links for more information and the application. Applications for Spring Cycle are due Feb. 27th, 2012.

http://tinyurl.com/Spring2012-OFP-Application
http://tinyurl.com/OFP-AnnouncementSpring2012

Social Entrepreneurship Student Grant Program

Do you have an innovative idea or creative project that addresses a need within our community? You could be awarded up to $1000 to help fund your project through CSECP's Social Entrepreneurship Student Grant Program. For more information on applying, please see the links below for the announcement and application. Application for Spring Cycle are due Feb. 27th, 2012.

http://tinyurl.com/Spring-2012-SESGP
http://tinyurl.com/SESGP-AnnouncementSpring2012

Travel

If you are presenting on a civic engagement-related topic, research, or project at a professional or academic conference, apply for CSECP's Conference Travel Funds Program. You could be awarded up to $500 to fund your travel and conference costs. CSECP is looking to fund presentations that promote the scholarship of engagement through research and/or practice. Please see the links below for more information on applying and for the application. Applications for Spring Cycle (Conference dates Feb.27th through Sept. 10th) are due Feb. 27th, 2012.

http://tinyurl.com/Spring2012-Travel-Application
http://tinyurl.com/Travel-AnnouncementSpring2012

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