Being a distance student has its advantages… and a few challenges, too.
One of the common challenges often shows up when you find yourself wondering how to take advantage of the events, resources, and services Oregon State University offers to job-searching students. If you do not live close enough to Corvallis to utilize OSU Career Services or to attend events in person, we have a few ideas…
Top 5 OSU Resources to Advance Your Job Search (from where YOU are)
1. Career Fairs
Events that bring employers and students/alumni together for the job search are a nice way to connect with recruiters, but coming to campus is not the only way to take advantage of OSU’s fairs. Check out the interactive “Employers Attending” link provided next to all past and future listings on the OSU Career Fair webpage. Search for active OSU recruiters in your field and in your region, view job postings, company information, and apply directly to positions that interest you. Go the extra mile: Use Beaver JobNet to find the OSU campus recruiter (direct email, phone number, and name) by using the “Search Employers” tab located to the right of the “Search Jobs & Internships” tab.
2. Online Career Seminars & Webinars
OSU Career Services houses a growing list of timely career & job search presentations found at Online Seminars & Webinars. Access these expert speakers 24/7 and watch for new topics to be added monthly.
3. Career Counseling
Ecampus has a career counselor dedicated to distance students. Schedule your appointment (phone or Skype available) through Beaver JobNet or contact Kyle Cassady directly at kyle.cassady@oregonstate.edu with questions.
4. OSU Alumni Association
Did you know that the OSU Alumni Association organizes many networking, career, and just-plain-ol’-fun activities in many cities and regions throughout the world??? What a great way to connect with Oregon Staters right where you are!!! As a current student, wherever you are, stay connected to events in your area and offered online via the Beaver Careers Group on LinkedIn, the OSUAA Events page, or by becoming an OSUAA member for added benefits.
5. Department & Student Events
Have you contacted your academic/faculty advisor or department website to identify the resources and events that will aid your job search? You might be surprised to learn what already exists when you research About OSU Colleges & Majors … job search links, faculty and alumni connections, career contacts, current events, and even membership in clubs and student organizations from a distance… Consider each of these a way to connect to your program professionally and to advance your career!
