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Kim Nguyen, B.S. '06, and Dr. Jack Sharp
Kim Nguyen, B.S. '06, and Dr. Jack Sharp, who helped her land a job in hydroenvironmental consulting.
Key Contacts:

C. Maurine Riess,    Career Center Coordinator          512-232-7673

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About the Jackson School of Geosciences Career Center

The JSG Career Center (JSGCC) is a new office and part of Student Services.  Our goal is to serve students, alumni, and employers by hosting on-campus recruiting and our annual career fair, presenting workshops on writing effective resumes and cover letters, interviewing skills, business ethics and etiquette, professional licensing, job search skills, and other topics of relevance and interest. One-on-one assistance is also available for every student.

For professional networking, join the JSG Career Center group on LinkedIn.

FALL 2009 CAREER FAIR-SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

All JSG students and faculty are invited to attend our second annual career fair on Wednesday, September 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Texas Union Building. Companies from the following industries will be represented:

  • oil and gas production, exploration and services
  • environmental consulting and hydrogeology
  • energy technology, management, & policy
  • state and federal agencies
  • teaching and education

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

The JSGCC is a member of the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), an organization that serves college recruiting and career services professionals and those with an interest in the employment of the college educated. NACE provides salary data and career information. The JSGCC complies with the Principles for Professional Conduct for Career Services Professionals.

NACE research of May 2009 finds that students who use college career centers fare better in job market. Read the article here.

INTRODUCING GEO•SOURCE

The JSG Career Center now offers online career services called GEO•SOURCE where students can upload their resume, apply to jobs and summer internships, and sign-up for on-campus interviews. Employers can register for career events, post jobs, review student resumes, and schedule interviews.

 

GEO·SOURCE
Login for JSG Students

GEO·SOURCE
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Events Calendar
All recruiting events such as the career fair, information sessions, on-campus recruiting, speaker series, etc. are posted in red.

What Can You Do with a Degree in the Geosciences?
Useful information for those new to the field.

Career Resources
Resources for those seeking a career in the geosciences.
Featured Recruiter: ConocoPhillips
A rotating look at organizations recruiting at the Jackson School.
Services for Students
Assistance for students, alumni, and faculty to secure internships, full-time jobs, and research & funding opportunities.
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