The extra-long college break can offer a college student an excellent opportunity to catch up with family, friends, laundry, and sleep. It can also be a great time for students and their families to step back and evaluate their plans for college and their careers. This time off from studies can be a time for someone early in their college …
“I work at JFCS because I get to live my personal values, which are influenced by Tikkun Olam (each of us has a responsibility to make the world a better place for everyone).” Erin Heakin has been working as a Career Counselor at JFCS for almost four years. When asked what the word “career” means to Erin, she replied, “I …
By: Nick Brewer, Career Services Intern My hand is still cramped from my first week of introductions at Jewish Family & Career Services. Day Number One in the Career Services Department was packed with firm handshakes and intense eye contact – two key ingredients of friendly yet professional greetings. Being in an entirely new environment, I was prepared for …
After conquering the Mail Merge and other unfamiliar tasks last week, I have begun to feel more acclimated to the office environment, the Marketing and Development department, and JFCS as a whole. This week, I finished my Internship Orientation which began when I first started at JFCS over a week ago. Among other features, my orientation included a tour of …
The internet, and social media, in particular, are great ways to share information about yourself: how you’re doing in school, what sort of parties you attend, and what sort of places you travel. However, remember the internet leaves a permanent trail. As you grow older, social media becomes less about interacting with friends and more about creating your personal brand …
Congratulations! You have walked the stage, sold back your texts books and packed up your college apartment- now it is time to get started on your post-college job search. Unfortunately, there are many new graduates just like you and experienced professionals out there who are competing for those open positions. Let’s start with the most fundamental element of your job …
There is nothing more freeing than the last day of school each June, when months of laziness, long sunny days and lack of responsibility abound. Perhaps, sports, work and other commitments increasingly encroach upon the sacred institution of summer vacation, but nonetheless, the end of the school year evokes joy among students and educators alike. We’ve asked Erin Heakin, our Career …
Did you know JFCS counselors have been mentoring social work graduate students for over 40 years? Social work students who do their practicum at JFCS have a unique experience that many other agencies cannot offer. Students are invited to experience other disciplines and departments at JFCS. “Mentoring students is essential, because practicum and intern students need both clinical experiences and …
Written by Erin Heakin, JFCS Career Counselor What does a hiring manager look for first? Relevant work experience, a recent study by the National Association of College and Employers shows that it is not your GPA or what college you attend(ed) as but the experiences you have had in the field and your transferable skills. So how are you supposed …
