Longwood's Job and Internship Fair Brings Students and Companies Together
Issue date: 10/1/08 Section: News
By Christopher Davis
Reporter
Longwood hosted a large array of companies Sept. 23 for the Job and Internship Fair, bringing potential employers for soon-to-be graduates and internship opportunities for many others. Thirty-seven companies spread themselves throughout the Lee Grand Dining Room and opened their doors of opportunity for students.
The companies ranged from law enforcement to banks, health care to energy and retail to correctional education. There was a little bit of everything for everyone including underclassmen. Many non-seniors believe that a job fair is not for them, but with the large number of companies that the Career Center brings in from different backgrounds, there is always something to learn or an opportunity that could pop up.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the three companies I spoke with because they were all very friendly and great people to talk to," said senior Rachel Price. "Fortunately the three companies I spoke with all had Longwood alumni, which was a great sign.
Many of the employers in attendance were looking for any and every major; however, the majority of the companies were looking for business majors. This was a great benefit to the largest major at Longwood, but definitely not a deterrent for other majors.
"[Longwood's] a great institution, and Dominion understands just how important it is to find interns and new full-time employees," said Larry Bateman of Dominion Virginia Power. "We're going to have a lot of positions to fill over the next few years in every department."
"We're not really looking for any particular majors, just a person with a strong work ethic [and] a good background," said Dave Zitzelberger of Peebles. "Everyone can bring something to the table."
Experience is something that all companies are looking for, but the young talent coming from Longwood was the consensus for why employers came to Farmville for jobs. Openings are popping up in every company that has come to campus.
Reporter
Longwood hosted a large array of companies Sept. 23 for the Job and Internship Fair, bringing potential employers for soon-to-be graduates and internship opportunities for many others. Thirty-seven companies spread themselves throughout the Lee Grand Dining Room and opened their doors of opportunity for students.
The companies ranged from law enforcement to banks, health care to energy and retail to correctional education. There was a little bit of everything for everyone including underclassmen. Many non-seniors believe that a job fair is not for them, but with the large number of companies that the Career Center brings in from different backgrounds, there is always something to learn or an opportunity that could pop up.
"I thoroughly enjoyed the three companies I spoke with because they were all very friendly and great people to talk to," said senior Rachel Price. "Fortunately the three companies I spoke with all had Longwood alumni, which was a great sign.
Many of the employers in attendance were looking for any and every major; however, the majority of the companies were looking for business majors. This was a great benefit to the largest major at Longwood, but definitely not a deterrent for other majors.
"[Longwood's] a great institution, and Dominion understands just how important it is to find interns and new full-time employees," said Larry Bateman of Dominion Virginia Power. "We're going to have a lot of positions to fill over the next few years in every department."
"We're not really looking for any particular majors, just a person with a strong work ethic [and] a good background," said Dave Zitzelberger of Peebles. "Everyone can bring something to the table."
Experience is something that all companies are looking for, but the young talent coming from Longwood was the consensus for why employers came to Farmville for jobs. Openings are popping up in every company that has come to campus.
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