14-15 PT Application (1) Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services

Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services

Professional Trainee Program Overview This program is intended for student employees who chose to go above and beyond the basic training opportunities offered all student employees, and who agree to meet the expectation and requirements as outlined in the attached job description. How to Apply

1. Fill out Professional Trainee Program Application 2014-15

2. Submit application, cover letter, resume and typed paper of the following questions below (should not exceed 4

pages):

a. Why are you interested in being a Professional Trainee? What do you hope to gain from this experience?

b. What qualifications/skills will you bring to this position? Please provide examples of how you would utilize

these skills in the position(s) that interest you.

c. Please describe a time when you worked in a team setting (student organization, class project, athletic team,

etc.) and the role that you played on the team.

d. What do you consider to be the biggest challenge in engaging students in meaningful out of the classroom

experiences and what ideas do you have to address this challenge?

3. Drop off location: Helen Ferris Terrance floor

a. RE: Student Employment

Deadline for application is Wednesday April 16th 5pm. Drop off application to Helen Ferris Terrace OR email to [email protected].

mailto:[email protected]


Professional Trainee Program Application 2014-15

GENERAL INFORMATION

Name: ______________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

FSU ID: ______________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Campus/Local Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Class Standing: 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year 5th Year GRAD GPA: _______________

Major: __________________________________________ Expected Graduation Date: _______________________

Which Position(s) are you applying for: __________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES

Reference 1

Name: ______________________________________ Title/Relation: ______________________________

Email: ______________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

Reference 2

Name: ______________________________________ Title/Relation: ______________________________

Email: ______________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS/QUESTIONS Please type up the following questions below (should not exceed 4 pages):

4. Why are you interested in being a Professional Trainee? What do you hope to gain from this experience?

5. What qualifications/skills will you bring to this position? Please provide examples of how you would utilize these skills

in the position(s) that interest you.

6. Please describe a time when you worked in a team setting (student organization, class project, athletic team, etc.) and

the role that you played on the team.

7. What do you consider to be the biggest challenge in engaging students in meaningful out of the classroom experiences

and what ideas do you have to address this challenge?


Resume Writing and Interviewing PT Student Title: Professional Trainee Positions Available: 1 Start Date: Fall ’14 & Spring ‘15 Salary: $10.00 per hour – 17 hrs/week Supervisor: Professional Staff Description: Present to a variety of students in the classroom and at other locations regarding resume, interviewing, and Career Services topics

Primary Responsibilities:

Complete email and in-person resume critiques and mock interviews

Provide classroom presentations regarding resume, interviewing, and a variety of other topics to students and campus constituents

Manage all classroom presentation requests; conduct workshops or assign student staff to assist

Create classroom workshops and train student employees to conduct workshop

Complete the professional development program via Ferris Blackboard Learn: includes reading, watching videos, attending workshops, taking assessments, and participating in discussions

Present a final portfolio presentation in a public forum

Variety of work hours including occasional nights and weekends

General Responsibilities:

Track attendance and assessment results and offer critical analysis on how to improve programs

Create resume and interviewing resources, videos, or other instructional guides

Communicate with students, faculty, and staff to schedule appointments and workshops, verify student attendance, and offer constructive feedback

Interview employers regarding their resume and interviewing techniques

Research trends in resume and interview preparation

Attend professional development opportunities as assigned by supervisor

Other duties as assigned by CLACS

Qualifications:

Friendly, energetic personality, and ability and willingness to talk to large groups

Experience with offering constructive feedback

Ability to understand each student’s unique background, and serve as an ethical role model for peers

Basic knowledge of a variety of careers or ability to research career and job descriptions

Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher

Commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive campus community

Excellent verbal and written communication skill

Demonstrated commitment to student involvement and leadership development

Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week

Preferred Skills: InDesign, Microsoft Programs, and Prezi


Student Manager PT Student Title: Professional Trainee Positions Available: 1 Start Date: Summer ‘14, Fall ’14 & Spring ‘15 Salary: $10.00 per hour – 17 hrs/week Supervisor: Professional Staff Description:

Coordinate the posting process, interviewing, hiring, evaluation, and termination process for Front Desk and Customer Service Representatives employees.

Manage day-to-day student employee tasks: create and update staff work schedules, complete one-on-one meetings, create professional development plans, implement staff training activities maintain a fun, educational office environment where student employees like to be

Serve as a liaison between professional staff and student employees

Manage the day-to-day operations of Front Desk: promotion, and answering email questions

Assist with creation of policies, procedures, and processes to ensure an effective and efficient work system

Complete the professional development program via Ferris Blackboard Learn: includes reading, watching videos, attending workshops, taking assessments, and participating in discussions


Primary Responsibilities:

Primary events responsible for: information tables, Career Advantage Series, Career Services

Certificate programs, and Real Life workshop series

Coordinate Career Services participation in other campus events such as: Bulldog Bonanza, Founders Day, Get Acquainted Day and Dawg Days.

Communicate with a variety of students, faculty, and staff around campus


Track attendance and assessment results and offer critical analysis on how to improve programs

Promote all events to a diverse student population

Work a variety of hours including nights and weekends – most hours will be during the day

Create table top displays and organize handouts for events

Serve as back-up to the front desk receptionist and other duties as assigned by supervisor

Attend professional development opportunities as assigned by supervisor

Other duties as assigned by CLACS

Qualifications:

Attention to detail with excellent time management


Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team


Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and serve as an ethical role model for peers

Must be able to work 17 hours per week


Public Relations PT

Student Title: Professional Trainee Positions Available: 1 Start Date: Summer ‘14, Fall ’14 & Spring ‘15 Salary: $10.00 per hour – 17 hrs/week Supervisor: Professional Staff Primary Responsibilities:

Manage public relations in a variety of ways to showcase the office’s mission and vision

Manage Social Media accounts (Facebook, Foursquare, Twitter, LinkedIn)

Identify content for appropriate platforms

Update websites

Develop press releases and marketing ideas for major events and programs

Work with Graphic Design Coordinator to create effective advertising for programs and events such as creating table top displays and organizing handouts for events

Communicate with university marketing and follow all graphic standards

Complete the professional development program via Ferris Blackboard Learn; includes reading, watching videos, attending workshops, taking assessments, and participating in discussions



Build relationships with key stake holders

Serve as the office representative at Dawg Days, Founders Day and New Student Receptions held about one

Saturday per month

Create ways to access marketing tactics

Variety of work hours including occasional nights and weekends

Promote all events to a diverse student population

Seek out volunteers and schedule volunteers to assist in events and promotion

Attend Professional Development opportunities as assigned

Other duties as assigned by CLACS Supervisors

Qualifications:

Attention to detail with excellent time management

Resourceful and creative, and ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team



Serve as an ethical role model for peers


Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, and serve as an ethical role model for peers

Must be able to work 17 hours per week

Preferred Skills: InDesign, Microsoft Programs, and Prezi


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14-15 PT Application (1) Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services