Finding a job may be getting easier for students at Saint Louis University through the revitalization of Career Services.

“The University realizes this is an important function,” said Director Kathy Day.

Included in the reorganization is the creation of the Employment Team that specializes in finding internships and full-time and part-time employment opportunities.

A key component of Career Services is the Career Connections web site, which allows students to upload their resumes.

Within a few weeks, the system will be entirely paperless, allowing employers to receive all resumes that meet their desired criteria.

To assist students in finding jobs, two major job expos will be held. The first will occur on Sept. 27 in the Simon Recreation Center.

Past job expos have received criticism for their dominance in the business and information technology fields.

Day explained that those fields often have multiple openings available and these employers find expos beneficial ways to gain a lot of employees.

However, Day assures students that the fall job expo will have more variety than in years past.

She also said, “Many businesses are interested in all majors.”

One example of such a business is Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the number one recruiter on college campuses. Enterprise is primarily interested in students of all majors with good people skills, a hard work ethic and an interest in their business.

“I would ask Arts & Sciences students to come with an open mind,” Day added.

The upcoming job expo serves as the kick-off for on-campus recruiting. A number of employers will come onto campus and interview candidates.

The on-campus recruiting process should begin approximately four weeks prior to the employer’s visit to allow the employer to pre-screen resumes.

While Career Services may appear to only service upperclassmen, they have numerous opportunities for freshman and sophomores.

“Students who connect early in their career will go through their college career with goals in mind,” Day said.

One particular method of helping underclassmen is the Career Decision Making Class offered in six sessions this semester. This one-credit, half semester course will allow students to determine their interests and skills and what career could utilize them.

In addition, Career Services hopes to collaborate with many University departments.

One such collaboration already planned is Community 101 presentations for Residence Life.

“We’re always looking for other departments to partner with,” Day explained.

Another issue that affects many students seeking employment is experience related to a student’s desired field.

“The key is to find skills used in past jobs that are transferable to other types of jobs,” Day explained.

She also added that employers like to see students involved in campus and leadership activities.

Day suggested students volunteer in their field if they cannot find a paying position.

“The more they can try to have experience tied with their career, the better,” Day said.

In the booming job market, Day said, “If [students] really take advantage of their time here, they are really going to stand out.”