UT Career Services 2014-15 Handbook by UT Center for Career Development

LETTER FROM CAREER SERVICES Welcome back! At Career Services at The University of Tennessee we are always asked about the job market and whether it is a “good” market or a “bad” market or maybe somewhere in between. Here in Career Services we focus primarily on the entry-level job market which can vary significantly from what you may read about in the papers in terms of the (overall) job market. Top employers across the country have dedicated teams of recruiters that will canvas the country beginning in early September and, for the most part, stay active on college campuses through April of the next year. Seniors returning for their last year at UT should expect a good to great job market as all indicators so far show strength in the entry-level market. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) predict college hiring to increase at 8.6 percent for the 2014-2015 year! So what does this mean for seniors in 2014-2015? Our prediction is that there will be a lot of recruiter activity on campus this year, but employers will remain very picky about the selection of candidates for their organizations. The smart advice for students preparing to meet employers would be to stress the following as best you can during job fairs, interviews and when conversing with employers (NACE Job Outlook Spring 2014).

Career Services Recommended Events! Start off with the Career KickOff Cookout Aug. 28th Held in the median in front of Dunford Hall, this event will get you off to a good start with giveaways, door prizes and a fun festive football ready celebration. And don’t miss the burgers, hot dogs and free student planners. Part-Time Job Fair Sept. 3rd Conveniently held at the University Center, this event is perfect for students looking for a part time job just after getting your classes set. Fall Job Fair Week Sept. 22-23-24 Three days of job fairs offering something for everyone: Supply Chain Management Job Fair, Business/Retail/ Government Job Fair and the Enginnering/STEM Job Fair. These fairs will be held at Thompson-Boling Arena.

Students that have desirable, in-demand majors who can successfully display how they have developed the skills in the chart above will find the job market very favorable. Students that struggle with communicating examples of their skillsets to employers will find the market tougher to navigate. As always the best advice is to connect with Career Services early in the senior year (by early September) and begin the consultation process to plan an interview strategy for the year. Your College Consultant in Career Services (see page 8) can be pivotal for you as you prepare for this most challenging time in your career development. Don’t delay, come early, come often to ensure your job market is a good one!

Social Impact Fair Oct. 8th Learn how to turn your interest in making an impact in your career into a volunteer, internship or work opportunity. Great event to showcase all of your leadership, volunteer and service work experiences you have gained while being a Vol.

Contents Letter from Career services The Career Exploration Center (CEC) Choosing Majors and Careers Part-Time Employment Internships and Summer Work Job Search Assistance Job Fairs and Career Events for 2014-15 Getting The Most Out Of A Career Fair College Consultants Hire-A-VOL Registration & On-Campus Interview Opportunities Preparing a Résumé Sample Chronological Résumé Sample Chronological Résumé With Relevant experience Checklist: How to ace your job interview Commonly Asked Interview Questions Phone interviews Interviewing Practice Behavioral Interview Questions Professional Dress The Verdict Is In: Interview Success Is In The Research! Networking Social Media Tips Salary Information Salaries Accepted by 2012–13 Graduates Cost of Living The Disability Careers Office: Identified as Nationwide Best Practice Surviving the Graduate Admissions Process Career Services Code of Conduct Recruiting Employers 2013-2014 Coming Soon New Student Union

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Career Services Mission Statement To create opportunities for employers, faculty, and UT students who seek services from us. Equal Employment Opportunity and Career Services Career Services has advised every employer participating in our programs that we refer applicants for consideration and arrange campus interviews for applicants on a totally nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. If registered users of Career Services feel they have encountered a discriminatory practice in their relationship with any employer contacted through the office, they should report this situation immediately to the office. Career Services will then evaluate the complaint and make an appropriate representation to the employer with regard to this complaint. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/ Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. E01-0445-007-15. A project of UT Career Services.

THE CAREER EXPLORATION CENTER (CEC) Interviews? Interviewing is a skill that takes time, research and practice. Brush up on your technique and view sample questions from books like the following: • More Best Answers to the 201 Most Frequently Asked Interview Questions • Job Interview Almanac • Preparing for the Behavioral-Based Interview

Locating information related to your major and career goals is easy at UT Career Services’ Career Exploration Center in Dunford Hall. There are resources in the CEC for everyone at any stage of their college career: freshman or senior, alumnus or graduate student. Come by, grab a book and have a seat in our CEC, we hope to see you soon!

Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) Peer Career Advisors are trained and supervised paraprofessionals who provide career development assistance on a peer to peer level through UT Career Services. They serve as the initial liaison between students and Career Services and help students in various stages of career planning. PCAs staff our resume walk-in hours, conduct mock interviews, assist with workshops and presentations and help promote all Career Services programs. Stop by Career Services to meet with a PCA on a walk-in basis during the academic year for quick questions.

Hundreds of Resources • Books, Directories, Handouts, and Periodicals • Dell computer lab for web access What Will I Do With My Life? If you find that “career indecision” is your problem, or that you need more information about what you can do with your major, there is plenty of accessible information on a wide variety of career areas in the CEC. Some of these resources include: • The Occupational Outlook Handbook • What Can I Do With This Major handouts • Great Jobs Series • Opportunities in…series (This includes everything from Accounting to Zoo Careers)

What else can be found in the Career Exploration Center? Visit and see for yourself! There are many more resources where these came from-no doubt there is something for you!

Can I Find Information About Internships? If you are in search of contacts and addresses in certain career fields, the CEC carries some great directories for internships and some specific career field resources. Take a moment to look at the information in some of these quality resources: • Vault Guide to Top Internships • Summer Jobs for Students • U.S. Directory of Entertainment Employers How Do I Write Resumes and Cover Letters? When you are ready to make your final moves to find a job or apply to graduate school, you will probably need to build a resume and write cover letters. If you are applying to a graduate or professional school, you may need to write a graduate admission essay or develop a personal statement. These resources can help: • Gallery of Best Resumes • Resumes for Engineering Careers • How to Prepare Your Curriculum Vitae • Killer Cover Letters and Resumes • Graduate Admission Essays What About Job Searching? Where do you even begin looking for jobs? What steps should you take and how should you prepare? The following books have some great advice: • A Foot In The Door: Networking Your Way into the Hidden Job Market • Job Strategies for People with Disabilities • How to Get a Job With Any Major 1

CHOOSING MAJORS AND CAREERS Not sure what you want to do with the rest of your life? You’re not alone! Data suggests that two-thirds of students change their majors and only ten percent report knowing a great deal about their intended careers. Luckily, UT’s Career Services is here to help you chart your path, from majors to careers and life beyond. To begin the process, Career Services recommends that students utilize the STEP Model of Career Decision-Making: 1. Self-Assess - closely consider your interests, skills, personality and values 2. Track Down - research the majors and careers under consideration 3. Evaluate and Decide - learn about your decision-making style and tools that can assist 4. Plan Next Steps - set goals to achieve your career plans More specifically, Career Services offers a number of programs and services that help students learn more about themselves and their options including: Individual Counseling Appointments Career Planning staff members are available by appointment to provide one-onone assistance to students. Some of the reasons why students see career counselors include idea generation, assessment feedback, indecision, career information and weighing pros and cons. Call the office at 865-974-5435 to schedule an appointment. Assessments The Strong Interest Inventory (SII) is not only a great starting point for career exploration, but also a good way to confirm ideas. The SII surveys students’ interest patterns and compares them to the interests of individuals in a variety of occupations. Materials used with the SII help students learn which majors at UT fit their interests. The inventory can be completed in less than 30 minutes and requires an interpretation with a career counselor. To take the SII, go to https://online.cpp. com. Login is utstrong and password is utstudent (leave user id blank).

Stephanie Kit Interim Director Career Planning

Jenny Ward Assistant Director Career Planning

Career Services also offers TypeFocus, an online system, to help students with career planning. Through TypeFocus students can learn about their personality preferences and the impact personality has on career choice. Take the assessment at: https://www.typefocus.com/ (Access code is utk34). Career Planning Class Students who desire more in-depth assistance can enroll in Exploring Majors and Careers, listed as COUN ED 205 in the Timetable. This one-credit course is designed to help first and second year students identify possible majors and related occupations that fulfill their needs. CE 205 meets for seven weeks and is offered during both fall and spring semesters.

Erin Harvey Career Counselor Career Planning

Major & Career Research Exploring occupational information helps students identify critical characteristics about fields of interest such as salary, supply and demand, education requirements and typical responsibilities. Career Services maintains a comprehensive collection of career-related websites at career.utk.edu under Students/Choosing a Major: What Can I Do With This Major? An extensive site that connects majors to careers and provides information on related careers for more than 80 different majors. Undergraduate Catalog View the complete list of UT majors online at catalog.utk.edu (“Majors, A-Z”). Here you can also review course descriptions and start an online portfolio of majors and classes of interest to you. Informational Interviews Find professionals who have jobs of interest and set up an interview to learn from them.

Other ideas to help you make your career decision: • Use your academic advisor to develop goals and plan a program of study that connects with your interests and abilities • Talk to students and faculty in majors you’re considering or conduct informational interviews with professionals who hold jobs that appeal to you • Sit in on upper level classes to sample the course work in different majors • Get involved in student organizations, particularly those that relate to majors and careers • Test the strength of your interests through volunteering, shadowing, part-time jobs, internships, and/ or research positions Final Thoughts Many students believe that their majors determine their careers for the rest of their lives. Believing this myth can put a great deal of pressure on students. In reality, majors don’t equal careers and one major can lead to numerous options. Employers consider students’ skills and experiences just as much as majors. Taking the steps outlined in this article can help you gain the confidence you need to choose a major or career. Remember that it is okay to reevaluate your goals and that developing a parallel plan is always a good idea! Get started today by visiting career.utk.edu or by calling Career Services at 865-974-5435 to schedule an appointment.

PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT • On your Hire-A-VOL homepage click on the Job Search choice. • Click on the down arrow in the Position Type box and select Part-Time. • On the following screen you will see available part-time job postings. • Click on the Job Title to see details and information on how to apply.

Looking for a job to help pay the bills or something to put on your resume? Career Services can assist you with part-time employment listings. Student Employment, also known as Job Location and Development (JLD) is a federally funded service that was created in 1978 by amending the Higher Education Act of 1965. The purpose is to assist you in finding jobs and to promote self-help in educational financing, as well as encouraging a sense of personal achievement.

Career Services Office Part-Time job listings can also be seen in notebooks at the office located at 100 Dunford Hall or call 865974-4462.

Listings for part-time employment can be found using the following resources: Hire-A-VOL System Step 1: Register To register in Hire-A-VOL go to your MyUTK account and log in. Once in, scroll down on the screen to the My Services section; click on the Hire-A-Vol selection. Step 2: Search Part-Time Jobs After you have registered, follow these instructions to see part-time job postings in the Knoxville and surrounding area

Part-Time Job Fair Conducted annually at the beginning of the Fall Semester in the University Center. The 2014 Part-Time Job Fair is on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 from 2:00-5:00pm.

Joann Jeter Assistant Director Part-Time Employment

Eugenia Taylor Placement Clerk Part-Time Employment

INTERNSHIPS AND SUMMER WORK In today’s competitive job market there is no substitute for practical work experience. Meaningful work experience in your major field of study or career interest should be a high priority during your college years. Career-related work experience allows you to learn about your chosen field of work, build your resume, earn money for school expenses, make valuable contacts, and much more. What Are Internships? Internships are a one-time work experience in which students work in the field they plan to pursue after graduation. Internship assignments can be during the summer, during the fall or spring semesters, or even for a six to eight month period (regular school term combined with summer). Some students pursue more than one internship experience. For example, an accounting major may intern in public accounting during the spring term and have a summer internship in corporate accounting. How to Gain Experience Register with Career Services In order to have access to internships and summer jobs posted on the Career Services website, submit resumes electronically, and sign up for interviews, you must be registered on Hire-A-Vol. For registration information and tips on creating and uploading your resume, please see pages 10-12. Spring Job & Internship Fair The Spring Job & Internship Fair is an annual event held in February. A number of employers participate, including recruiters from business, government, and industry as well as camps, resorts, and theme parks. This is a great opportunity to talk with a number of employers about their summer jobs and internship openings. Other Internship Resources Additional information is also available in our Career Exploration Center, 100 Dunford Hall. Examples of resources include the following and more: • The Best 109 Internships • The Internship Bible • The National Directory of Internships • Peterson’s Internships • The Sports Internship Book • The Media Internship Book Go the Career Services website for more information. If you wish to schedule an individual appointment please call 865-974-5435.

JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE Career Services can provide the assistance you need to help you prepare for your job search. Credit Courses The classes you are taking in college are preparing you for your career, so why not take a class that will prepare you to find and land a job? These courses are targeted to juniors who want to learn how best to navigate the job market during their senior year. • Business Career Placement (All majors interested in business careers) BA320 • Engineering Career Planning and Placement (Technical majors only) EF301 • Career Strategies for Arts & Sciences Majors COUN ED 404 • Special Topics: Entering the Real World-Making the Transition from Collegiate Athletics COUN ED 404 • Career Strategies for Hard Science Majors COUN ED 404 Workshops If you cannot fit a class into your schedule, you can still move ahead by attending the one-hour workshops offered in Career Services. These workshops are repeated several times throughout the semester. The schedule can be found in our office in Dunford Hall or on our home page at http://career.utk.edu. You can also watch select workshops online on our website. The workshops include: • Networking 101 • Resume Writing • How To Interview • Job Search Strategies • Dining/Business Etiquette • Career Fair Success Strategies Video practice interviews Feel like you need some actual interview practice? Schedule an appointment to participate in a Video Practice Interview, a mock interview with a Career Services staff member to prepare you for the real thing. Your interview can be videotaped and you will be given personalized feedback. In addition to video practice interviews with a staff member, we now have an innovative program called InterviewStream that allows users to practice and develop your interview skills using a computer and webcam so you can see your responses. You can make an appointment to come in and use our computers and webcams, or if you have your own, you can practice interviewing from the comfort of your own room or apartment by clicking on InterviewStream on the Hire-A-VOL homepage. Handouts Stop by the Career Exploration Center to find packets of information on various topics including: • Resumes and Business Correspondence • Curriculum Vitae • Interviewing • Success After Graduation • Business and Dining Etiquette You will also be able to find additional resources like salary surveys, directories, and contact lists. Individual Help Looked through the materials but still need extra help or assistance? Do you have an individual question and need some advice? Just call and make an appointment with one of our many experienced staff members, or e-mail them with your question. We’d be happy to help!

JOB FAIRS AND CAREER EVENTS FOR 2014-15 Fall Events

Spring Events

Part-Time Job Fair (W) September 3, 2014 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM UC Ballroom This event is held early in the Fall Semester and is perfect for students seeking part-time job opportunities. MBA Fall Job and Internship Fair (F) September 19, 2014 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Haslam Business Building 5th Floor The MBA Job Fair is specifically for MBA students seeking full time and internship opportunities. Supply Chain Management Job Fair (M) September 22, 2014 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thompson Boling Arena Speciality fair for students majoring in Supply Chain/Logistics and Industrial Engineering seeking full time or internship opportunities. Business/Retail/Governement Job Fair (T) September 23, 2014 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thompson Boling Arena This fair focuses on the business/retail/government industries and is for students/alumni who are intersted in pursuing full-time or internship opportunities in these areas. Engineering/STEM Job Fair (W) September 24, 2014 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thompson Boling Arena This fair is ideal for student/alumni who are majoring in Engineering or STEM majors and seeking full-time or internship opportunities. Agriculture (CASNR) Career Fair (W) October 1, 2014 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Brehm Auditorium A niche fair focusing on career opportunities, full time and internships, for students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. Social Impact Fair (W) October 8, 2014 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM UC Ballroom This event is ideal for students of all majors interested in volunteer and career opportunities in organizations with social impact. Communications Job & Internship Fair (W) October 22, 2014 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM UC Ballroom This event targets students in Communication and Information seeking internship and full time opportunities.

Diversity Job Fair TBA 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM UC Ballroom This event is designed to provide increased opportunities for talented, underrepresented students at UT. Spring Job & Internship Fair TBA 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thompson Boling Arena This fair is targeted towards students of all majors and degree levels seeking full time employment and summer jobs/internship opportunities. Internships can be offered year round - not just during the summer. Education Job Fair TBA 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM UC Ballroom School systems from around the country recruit for various types of teaching positions.

Workshop Reminder

Career Fair Success StraTegies (T) September 16, 20 14 4:00 PM 100 Dunford Hall This workshop is de signed to prepare you to interact with employers in a career fair setting. Hear from actual employ ers about the career fair “do’s and don’ts” and how to prepare for a job fair to

make a great first impression. Watch for a Spring date as well.

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF A CAREER FAIR Employers use job/career fairs to promote their opportunities and to pre-screen applicants. Career fairs come in all shapes and sizes, from small community-sponsored events to giant regional career expositions held at major convention centers. Most career fairs consist of booths and/or tables manned by recruiters from each organization. For oncampus events, some employers also send alumni to represent their company. Large corporations and some government agencies have staffs who work the career fair “circuit” nationwide. Attire Generally, the appropriate attire for career fair attendees is business professional or business casual. You are making a first impression with the organization and you want to look professional. In most cases, “business casual” is the norm. Typically “business casual” is khakis/nice pants and a collared shirt for men (no denim, shorts, or flip-flops). Women should wear tailored pants/skirt and a nice blouse. Jackets are optional. If you’re unsure of the dress code (particularly for off-campus events), it would be wise to err on the overdressed side-you’ll make a better impression if you appear professional. Think of it as a dress rehearsal for your real interviews!

Stop, Look and Listen Keep your eyes and ears open-there’s nothing wrong with subtly eavesdropping on the questions asked and answers received by your fellow career fair attendees. You might pick up some valuable information, in addition to witnessing some real-life career search “do’s and don’ts”. In order to maximize your career fair experience, you must be an active participant and not just a browser. If all you do is stroll around, take company literature and load up on the freebies, you really haven’t accomplished anything worthwhile. It is essential to chat with the employer representatives and ask meaningful questions.

Remember to bring copies of your resume, a working pen, and a folder or portfolio. Keep track of the recruiters with whom you speak and send follow-up notes to the ones who interest you. Don’t bring your backpack; it’s cumbersome, gets in the way of others, and it screams “student!” instead of “candidate!”

You need to create a one-minute commercial/sound bite as a way to sell yourself to an employer. The goal is to connect your background to the organization’s need. In one minute or less, you need to introduce yourself, demonstrate your knowledge of the company, express enthusiasm and interest and relate your background to the employer’s needs.

Ask Questions The questions you ask at a career fair depend upon your goals. Are you interested in finding out about a particular career field? Then ask generalized questions about working within the industry. If you’re seeking career opportunities with a specific employer, focus your questions on the application and interview process, and ask for specific information about that employer. A Few Words About Career Fair Etiquette 1. Don’t interrupt the employer reps or your fellow job-seekers. If someone else is monopolizing the employer’s time, try to make eye contact with the rep to let him or her know that you’re interested in speaking. You may be doing a favor by giving the recruiter an out. If all else fails, move to the next exhibit and plan to come back later. 2. If you have a real interest in an employer, find out the procedures required to secure an interview. At some career fairs, initial screening interviews may be done on the spot. Other times, the career fair is used to pre-screen applicants for interviews to be conducted later (either on campus or at the employer’s site). 3. Don’t just drop your resume on employers’ display tables. Try to get it into a person’s hands and at least say a few words. If the scene is too busy and you can’t get a word in edgewise, jot a note on your resume to the effect of “You were so busy that we didn’t get a chance to meet. I’m very interested in talking to you.” Look around the display for the recruiter’s business card (or at the very least, write down his or her name and get some literature with the company’s address) and send a follow-up note and another copy of your resume. 4. If you know ahead of time that one of your “dream companies” is a career fair participant, do some prior research (at minimum, visit their Web site). A little advance preparation goes a long way and can make you stand out among the masses of other attendees. 5. If employers refuse your resume and tell you to apply on their web site, don’t take this as a personal rejection. Many companies require that the recruiters do this for legal reason. Carry on a conversation and, if you’re interested, apply on the web. 7

COLLEGE CONSULTANTS To better serve your job search needs, Career Services has established a College Consultant program. Each College at the University of Tennessee is represented in our office by a staff member/consultant who specializes in information on your particular major/college. Please feel free to contact our office at 865-974-5435 and make an appointment to meet your College Consultant

Business Administration • Accounting • Business Analytics • Economics • Finance • Public Administration

• Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources • Architecture and Design • Education, Health, and Human Sciences Mary Mahoney mmahoney@utk.edu

Jessica Geist jgeist@utk.edu

Business Administration • Human Resource Management • Management • Marketing • Supply Chain Management

• Arts & Sciences • Social Work • Education, Health, and Human Sciences(Teacher Placement) Mary Beth Browder mbrowde2@utk.edu

Lindsey Elder lelder5@utk.edu

Danny Pape dpape1@utk.edu

• Communication and Information • Arts & Sciences April Gonzalez agonza16@utk.edu

Justin Rice jrice22@utk.edu

STEM • Science • Technology • Engineering • Biomedical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Computer Science • Math Nursing 8

Engineering • Aerospace • Aviation Studies • Chemical • Civil • Mechanical • Electrical • Engrineering Physics/ Sciences • Engineering Science • Environmental • Industrial Engineering • Nuclear • Polymer • Reliability & Maintainability

HIRE-A-VOL REGISTRATION & ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES Whether you are looking for a summer job, internship or full time permanent position, you need to register and upload a resume into our database using the Hire-A-VOL software program. This software is funded by your Technology Fee. Go to your MyUTK account and under My Services section click on Hire-A-VOL. Important Note: The program has a Profile section under the My Account tab you need to complete before uploading your resume to Career Services. Click on My Profile and select the Edit Profile choice. Complete the following sections of information requested (Personal Information, Demographic Information, Skills and Additional Information). This information is very important for you to complete accurately. It helps to match you with employment opportunities. Do not limit your selections but be more open to interests/opportunities. Once you have completed the Profile section, click on the My Documents choice under the My Accounts tab. Documents are where you will upload your resume. Follow the instructions on the screen to upload your resume. You may have multiple resumes in the database. You also have the ability to upload cover letters, writing samples and other items in this Documents section. Career Services encourages students to have their resume critiqued before Heather Harrison uploading it into the database. You may attend Resume Critique Walk-In hours Senior Placement Assistant Mon-Thurs from 3:00-5:00pm during the school year or drop off your resume to be critiqued over night at the Career Services reception desk. For overnight critiques it will be ready for you the following morning after 9:00am with comments or suggestions. Once your resume has been uploaded into Hire-A-VOL you are ready to access the part of the program that tells you about on-campus Interview opportunities and other job listings (Job Search and Interview Schedules) On-campus Interview opportunities are waiting at your fingertips when you use our internet-based software Hire-A-VOL. This software enables you to complete all parts of interview scheduling on the web. Under the Interview Schdules tab, you may view upcoming schedules and also see ones you are a match for. Be careful that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t narrow/specify your search so much you omit ones you may be interested in. Click on each job title to see a more detailed description; if interested in being considered for an interview, see the How To Apply area. You may apply for as many as you are interested in, but if selected for an interview you are committed to take the interview; you DO NOT decide at that time if you want the interview. If you are searching for job postings in the Knoxville area or anywhere in the country use the same steps as above. All on-campus interview opportunities and job postings are listed under the Job Search or Interview Schedules choices. For more details on using the Hire-A-VOL software consider scheduling a time to meet with your College Consultant at Career Services. There are a variety of ways the software can assist you in your job search. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out on these opportunities to interview for internships and full time, permanent positions.

Important Note: Submitting a resume to be considered for an interview is making a commitment to take the interview if selected by the employer. Carefully research the position and employer before submitting your resume. Not scheduling an interview or not showing up for an interview is considered being a NO SHOW and must be discussed with a director.

PREPARING A RÉSUMÉ A resume is a written document that displays what you have already accomplished. It is important to provide a resume to employers so they can access your abilities and experiences and determine your potential for successful placement within their organization.

Need help quickly? Career Services has walk-in hours Monday-Thursday 3pm-5pm

A resume is a summary or brief overview of work-related accomplishments and experiences, it is not an autobiography. Do pad your resume just to make it seem stronger or to hide minimal work-related experience. Employers realize you are just entering into the workforce and will be impressed by your initiative in seeking relevant work experience through a part-time, summer, cooperative education, or internship position. When preparing your resume, be sure to include any information, special skills, training, and education that would be helpful in obtaining the position you want. If you are a freshman or sophomore, include relevant information from high school. As you progress through college, you will drop the high school information and replace it with more current facts. Style In most cases, a reverse chronological format is most appropriate. This means information throughout your resume will start from the most recent and work backwards. Demographics Start at the top of the page and include name, complete mailing address (both present and permanent, if you wish), telephone number, and e-mail address. Objective State the position or specific type of position for which you are applying. Education List the university/college you are attending, type of degree you are working toward, major, and graduation date (ex. May 2014). You may include your high school information and date of graduation if freshman or rising sophomore. Experience Include paid full and/or part-time positions, fieldwork, volunteer work, and applicable projects. For each experience: • List your job title, employer or organization, city, state, and time frame • Describe your skills and what you accomplished while working there using short bulleted phrases that start with strong action verbs. Do not use complete sentences. Do not use “responsibilities included” as a description and do not use personal pronouns. • Use present tense for present activities and past tense for past activities • Order phrases in each position by importance to the job desired or career objective so that a person reads the most important relevant skill first. Activities List in the following order: 1) professional, 2) leadership, 3) other. Make general references to religious and political activities rather than a specific denomination or party. This is crucial because you do not know what stereotypes or biases others have. Additional Information Include any skills such as computer skills, foreign language skills, or special abilities related to your education or career objective. Also include anything unique to you, e.g. travel to or living in a foreign country, publishing of an item, etc. References No need to say “Available upon request.” List your references on a page separate from your resume. Use academic and employer references rather than personal references. List references that know your abilities and be sure to obtain permission from these people before you list them as references. When listing references include name, job title, complete address, phone number, and e-mail.

SAMPLE CHRONOLOGICAL RÉSUMÉ

Sarah Jane Jones 1521 Cumberland Ave. � Knoxville, TN � 37916 � (865) 595-0000 � jones@utk.edu

Objective

Sales Representative with a major manufacturer with opportunity to advance into management

Education May 2014

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing Overall GPA: 3.2/4.0 Completed 12 hours in Retail and Consumer Science

Honors

Dean’s list four semesters Phi Chi Theta, Professional Women’s Business Fraternity

Experience June 13-present

BELK Knoxville, TN Salesperson • Sell women’s clothing and suggest appropriate accessories • Conduct inventory; arrange displays of merchandise • Received performance-based salary increases

Summers 11-13

DILLARD’S DEPARTMENT STORE Nashville, TN Salesperson/ Clerk • Promoted to Salesperson after three months; sold clothing and accessories in Junior Department • Designed and arranged displays for Back-to-School promotions • Assigned to buyer for six weeks, included trip to New York market

August 10-May 11

WALGREENS Knoxville, TN Cashier • Collaborated with store manager on orientation and assignments for new employees • Oversaw cash drawer and made bank deposits • Assisted pharmacist as needed

Activities

American Marketing Association, 2010-present Vice President, 2012-13 Treasurer, 2011-12 Delta Delta Delta Sorority, 2010-present Panhellenic Representative, 2011-present Rush Chairman, 2011-12 • Coordinated eight committees • Increased membership by 20%

Additional Information

Financed 60% of college education through employment and loans Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Working knowledge of Spanish Traveled extensively throughout U.S. and Europe 11

SAMPLE CHRONOLOGICAL RÉSUMÉ WITH RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

JOHN DOE Current Address: 1234 Forest Ave. Knoxville, TN 37916

(865) 555-2222 johndoe@utk.edu

Permanent Address: 2222 Lockhill Lane Bean, MN 55432

OBJECTIVE:

Industrial Engineering position utilizing training in leadership and development and internship experience in manufacturing.

EDUCATION:

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville May 2014 Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Overall GPA: 3.3/4.0 Major GPA: 3.8/4.0 • Financed 50% of education and living expenses during college through co-op program

HONORS:

Howard Robinson Scholarship: Award for top UT engineering students Dean’s List four semesters

ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE:

ABC Boats/University of Tennessee Industrial Engineering Knoxville, TN Senior Project –Development and Design Aug. 2013-present • Serve on student-led development team researching and analyzing work measurement in support of an engineered labor standards program • Evaluate and recommend improvements to maximize workflow and spatial utilization Saturn Corporation Spring Hill, TN STAR Student Intern Summers 2011-2013 • Successfully coordinated the implementation of over 500 Operation Certification Boards throughout the six modules of Vehicle Systems as part of GM's Global Manufacturing System strategic plan • Performed a significant number of stop-watch time studies on the job cycles of over 40 new KUKA robots in an effort to correct slow work-stations • Participated in a study that successfully solved robot welding problems caused by improper loading of car body doors on carriers

OTHER EXPERIENCE:

ACTIVITIES:

Walgreens Drug Stores Knoxville, TN Feb. 2011-Sep. 2012 Cashier • Assisted store manager in training and assigning five new employees • Oversaw cash drawer and made bank deposits up to $3000 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Membership Chair • Increased membership by 10% and led two highly successful campaigns targeting women and honors program students Habitat for Humanity-UTK Chapter

ADDITIONAL Familiar with Microsoft Office, MATLAB, AUTOCAD, C/C++ INFORMATION: Fluent in Spanish-traveled extensively throughout Spain and Portugal 12

CHECKLIST: HOW TO ACE YOUR JOB INTERVIEW Before

During

___ Know yourself • What do you have to offer? »» Skills »» Accomplishments »» Goals • Complete the Self-Assessment for Interviewing exercise »» http://career.utk.edu/interviewtest.php • Create a 30-45 sec Career Story

___Be Prompt and Prepared »» Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before the interview • What to bring: »» Academic History/Transcript »» Extra copies of your resume »» List of references »» Know your questions for the interviewer »» Folio with pen and paper »» Don’t be a no-show!!

___Research the Company • What questions should you ask an interviewer? »» http://career.utk.edu/questionscommonlyasked.php »» See next page • Learn as much as you can beforehand: »» Size of company »» Public or private company »» Products and services »» Number of employees »» Types of customers »» Key competitors »» Sales and profit trends »» Possible future ventures »» Department or division reporting structure • Where to find the information: »» Company Websites »» Chambers of Commerce »» Library/Local newspapers • Websites that can help: »» www.lib.utk.edu »» www.vault.com »» www.irin.com

___First Impressions Count »» Dress Appropriately »» Make sure clothing is pressed »» Shoes polished »» Attention to personal grooming »» Give a firm handshake »» Smile!!! »» Avoid nervous laughter ___Q & A

»» Answer the interviewer’s questions thoroughly, yet concisely »» Ask questions yourself »» Use the STAR method for answering behavioral questions »» Be enthusiastic »» Show you’re a go-getter and excited about the company

___Closing »» Be prepared with your closing statement expressing interest »» Ask the interviewer for a business card »» Thank the interviewer

___Practice • Sign-up for a mock interview with UT Career Services »» Practice interviews with family or friends »» Practice by yourself in front of a mirror »» Use our InterviewStream software • Attend a workshop offered by UT Career Services »» Resume Writing »» How to Interview »» The Company Visit »» Business and Dining Etiquette • Practice your Career Story in front of a mirror, with friends or record yourself on your phone

After ___Follow-up »» Send a thank you note asap (Email or hand written) »» Jot down information about the interview ___Evaluate • Is this job for you? »» A good fit = A successful career • Critique yourself »» Was I prepared? »» What would I do differently next time?

COMMONLY ASKED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. Tell me about yourself. 2. What are your long-range and short-range goals? 3. Why did you choose this major? this career path? 4. Why should I hire you? 5. What motivates you? 6. What is your greatest strength? 7. What is a weakness you have? 8. Why is your GPA not higher? 9. What have you learned from participation in extracurricular activities? 10. What do you know about our company? 11. Will you relocate? Does relocation bother you? 12. Describe your most rewarding college experience. 13. Are you a team player? 14. How would you describe yourself? 15. What do you see yourself doing five years from now? 16. Do you have a geographical preference? Why? 17. What have you learned from your mistakes? 18. Why did you seek a position with this company? Sample interview questions compiled from printed resources, employers and UT Career Services staff.

PHONE INTERVIEWS Telephone communication has been around much longer than email, so it seems that we have had more time to form bad habits. Like the face-to-face interview, preparation is a must. You must research the employer and anticipate questions. In the phone interview, you have to psychologically prepare yourself to communicate formally. It may be hard to do this in our home where there are so many distractions – TV, stereo, roommates, pets, and so on. Prepare a quiet place for yourself. Try to use a land line phone instead of a cell phone if possible to avoid losing your connection. The challenge in interviewing on the phone is that there is a lack of a nonverbal communication, so be enthusiastic. The first seconds are crucial and interest in your voice is key. Even the way you answer the phone has an impact on the interviewer. Speak distinctly and confidently. An advantage of the phone interview is that you can collect written notes and write notes from your conversation. As always, be cordial and thankful for the interview! More information on Telephone Interviews can be found in our “Interviewing Guide”.

INTERVIEWING PRACTICE

One of the most effective ways to prepare for an interview is to practice. Career Services offers multiple ways for you to practice and hone your interviewing skills in realistic interview simulations. is an innovative tool that allows you to practice your interview skills from anywhere online as long as you have access to a webcam. InterviewStream® creates a realistic interview experience where you are asked challenging questions and must respond. The questions are the same questions you might get in a real job interview. You can use InterviewStream® whenever you want, as often as you want to prepare for any employment opportunity. Just log into your Hire-A-VOL account and click on the InterviewStream® logo. If you don’t have a webcam, you can schedule a time to use the program at Career Services by calling 865-974-5435. College Consultants and Peer Career Advisors also conduct in-person videotaped mock interviews for any student who wants to practice or prepare for an upcoming interview. Generally, the mock interviews last 45- minutes to one hour, and they are excellent ways to gain some feedback and coaching about your interviewing performance. Just call our main line at 865-974-5435 to request a mock interview, and you will be scheduled with the appropriate staff member. Remember to bring a copy of your resume and an example job description to the mock interview appointment to get the greatest benefit from the experience! 14

BEHAVIORAL INTERVIEW QUESTIONS When answering behavioral questions in an interview, remember to tell a story. Use the STAR-L technique, as outlined below.

• How have you demonstrated initiative? • How have you motivated yourself to complete an assignment or task that you did not want to do? • Tell me about the riskiest decision that you have made. • Walk me through a situation where you had to do research and analyze the results for one of your classes. • Can you tell me about a complex problem you solved? Describe the process you utilized. • What leadership positions have you held? Describe your leadership style. • Describe a situation where class assignments and work or personal activities conflicted. How did you prioritize? How did you manage your time? What was the outcome? • Describe a time when you were faced with a stressful situation that demonstrated your coping skills. • Describe a time when you had to conform to a policy with which you did not agree. • Tell me about a time when you had to go above and beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done. • Give me an example of a time in which you had to make a split second decision. • Give me an example of a time when something you tried to accomplish failed. • Can you tell me about an occasion where you needed to work with a group to get a job done? • Describe when you or a group that you were a part of was in danger of missing a deadline. What did you do? • Tell me about a situation when you had to learn something new in a short time. How did you proceed? • Tell me about a challenge that you successfully met. • What is your typical way of dealing with conflict? Give me an example. • Tell me about a time when you missed an obvious solution to a problem.

Situation or Task Describe the situation that you were in or the task that you needed to accomplish. You must describe a specific event or situation, not a generalized description of what you have done in the past. Be sure to give enough detail for the interviewer to understand. This situation can be from a previous job, from a volunteer experience, or any relevant event. Action you took Describe the action you took and be sure to keep the focus on you. Even if you are discussing a group project or effort, describe what you did – not the efforts of the team. Don’t tell what you might do, tell what you did. Results you achieved What happened? How did the event end? What did you accomplish? What you Learned from the experience Be sure to close your response with a brief summary of what you learned from the experience you were describing to the interviewer.

EXAMPLE: Situation (S) or Task (T): Advertising revenue was falling off for my college newspaper, The Beacon, and large numbers of longterm advertisers were not renewing contracts. Action (A): I designed a new promotional packet to go with the rate sheet and compared the benefits of The Beacon circulation with other ad media in the area. I also set up a special training session for the account executives with a School of Business Administration professor who discussed competitive selling strategies. Result (R): We signed contracts with 15 former advertisers for daily ads and five for special supplements. We increased our new advertisers by 20 percent [quantity is always good] over the same period last year. Learned (L): I learned that listing to the customer’s needs and strict attention to detail is critically important in customer service.

PROFESSIONAL DRESS Let’s face it. Your clothes do say a lot about you. For interviewing and professional meetings, you should not want them to speak too loudly! Interview Attire for Men: • A dark or gray suit, solid or with subtle pinstripes • A white or muted color shirt is best • There is more flexibility with ties, conservative colors and patterns are most appropriate • Polished, leather lace-up shoes with dark matching socks • If you have facial hair, make sure it is neatly groomed • Be conservative with watches and other jewelry Note that earrings might not be viewed positively. • Avoid wearing cologne or aftershave on the day of your interview.

Interview Attire for Women: • A neutral business suit. If wearing a skirt, it should be knee-length. Avoid high slits. • A white or light colored blouse under the suit jacket. Do not show cleavage. • Neutral hosiery with basic pumps, low heel. Avoid open toe shoes or sandals. • Jewelry should be simple, with no dangly or flashy earrings. • Light make-up is recommended, with minimal eye make-up. • Clear or light nail polish. • Consider not wearing perfume. • If you carry a purse, keep it small and simple.

THE VERDICT IS IN: INTERVIEW SUCCESS IS IN THE RESEARCH! Career Services is often asked how students can separate themselves from the rest of the crowd when trying to impress an on-campus interviewer. Should students wear crisp new business suits? Should they spend top dollar on a fresh hairstyle or cut? Maybe a mock interview to help cut down on being nervous would help. Simply put, all of these things will help in impressing employers. But the best way for students to stand out is to conduct serious research on the company they are interviewing with. In UT Career Services we have a long standing tradition of surveying on-campus recruiters to gauge how well students do while being interviewed for position openings. The table below shows the survey results. The most obvious finding was that students would be advised to know the primary product or service and its history within the organization. This was ranked number one. Students looking to gain an advantage during on-campus interviewing should refer to this chart as they prepare for their interviews and spend the majority of their time researching the top 5 rated items on the chart. The Career Services Web Site provides links to some very prominent sites that will help with employer research http://career.utk.edu/employerresearch.php . Keep in mind, however, personal contacts, news publications and other sources of information should also be used. What Students Need to Know About Companies for Their First Interview

Average Rank

Our organization mission statement Where our headquarters are located

When our company/organization was founded and by whom Who are our competitors Who are our typical clients and/or customers

Our corporate/organizational culture Specific details of the job they are interviewing for

Our CEO, President or Directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name and his/her bio Our primary product or service and its history

Emerging issues that may affect the industry or our organization Our company/organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expectations for relocation Our secondary or emerging products or services and their potential All of the divisions that make up our organization Recent mergers or acquisitions that have occurred that affect our company Our relative standing in the marketplace

Our stock symbol/what our stock traded for recently Our rank in the Fortune 500

NETWORKING How to use a commercial: • I became interested in the human resources field last summer when I interned at XYZ Company and got to know the Human Resource Director there. I found her job very interesting. She worked in all aspects of employee relations and hiring. When I returned to school this fall, I decided to add a business class and I also joined the Human Resource Management Association. Next semester I will begin taking courses as a management major and I hope to obtain an internship in human resources next summer. Putting Your Network Into Practice Schedule and Conduct Informational Interviews Informational interviews are a crucial and often overlooked aspect of networking. They are the best way to find out about a job and make a contact. • Call, write, or email the person you want to meet; emphasize that you are not looking for a job, but researching an industry or position. • Set up a meeting and have 10-20 questions prepared. Before the meeting, it is imperative that you research the business in which you are interested. Don’t waste your contact’s time. Research the interviewing individual(s), the company, and the industry utilizing books, periodicals, company literature, annual reports, and the Internet. • Set a time limit of about 30 minutes. Prepare questions • How did you get started in this business? • What experiences helped you to be prepared and qualified for this job? • How did you get to this point in your career? • What do you believe is the ideal education and background for this career? • What are your primary responsibilities in your current position? • What do you like most about your job, your company, and your industry? What do you dislike about them? • What has been your greatest challenge? • What are typical career path options for someone in this company/industry? • If you could change something about your career path, what would it be? Always end by thanking the contact for their time and within one or two days follow up with a thank you note.

Networking is the process of gathering helpful information from a network of contacts to assist you in planning your career and in looking for jobs. Getting Started Decide the purpose of contacting your network. What is to be gained from meeting with these networking contacts? • Gathering information about jobs and careers of interest to you • Advice on how to conduct your job search • Getting leads The Second Step Consider and list your existing and potential network • Family, friends, and neighbors • Friends and co-workers of your parents or other relatives • Supervisors and acquaintances from past and present jobs and internships • School faculty and administrators • Contacts through church or other religious organizations, hobbies, athletic participation, community involvement • People you have met at on-campus information sessions or other presentations • Members of professional organizations relevant to your field or area of career interest • Contacts through public service and volunteer work • Other professionals including doctors, dentist, accountant, lawyer, banker, and insurance agent • Alumni, especially recent grads The Third Step Determine what you have to offer. • What are your greatest accomplishments? • What interests you professionally and personally? • What is important to you? You want to be able to quickly and concisely communicate to the networking contact your purpose… to set up an informational interview or to develop specific job leads. You will need a brief self-introduction or sound bite and commercial that tells about your background, experience, and what direction you are headed. Think about your education, interests, skills, values, and what industries, locations, and types of jobs interest you. It is a good idea to write out this introduction and practice it before calling a contact How to use a sound bite: • Introduce yourself by name and university, what your major is, and purpose of networking. Example: Hi, I’m Mary Jones and I’m a psychology major at the University of Tennessee and I’m interested in the field of human resources.

Once you achieve your goal, don’t stop. Ask your contact for the names of two other contacts in the industry. Keep your network current. Remember to maintain your network even once you found a secure job. You never want to have to rebuild, so stay in touch with those in your network and add people to it. 18

SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS LinkedIn LinkedIn is a professional networking site that helps people find and share opportunities. You can connect with and keep up to date with your network, which is key when job searching. You can also find alumni groups, job postings, company information, and much more. To create your profile, visit http://www.linkedin. com. Your LinkedIn profile is the resume every potential employer will see. Even if you don’t use LinkedIn on a regular basis, the people looking to hire you will. Make sure to join the UT Career Services group (The University of Tennessee Career Services) to share information and tips about the job search, connect to students, employers and Career Services staff, and stay up to date on events. Facebook The fact that Facebook has more than 600 million active users is a good enough reason to use it as a job search and networking tool. Many businesses that know the power of the web are already there. Another thing that you should note as a job seeker is that many recruiters are constantly scouring social networking sites to reach out to potential candidates, and University of Facebook is a platform they don’t ignore. If you are thinking of using social sites as a job Tennessee Casearch tool, you should definitely have a presence on Facebook. When you search for a parreer Services ticular term on Facebook, you can narrow it down to people, pages, groups, link, etc. which gives you wide range of options as to who to network with and reach out to. Two very important features of Facebook are “Facebook Pages” and “Facebook Groups.” These features allow you to join a group of people with similar interests, or simply provide an opportunity for you to learn more about a company or connect with recruiters via Facebook. Twitter More people are using Twitter to find jobs. Not only are people on Twitter to look for jobs www.facebut employers are also looking for people to hire. Some are on Twitter specifically to recruit. book.com/ Use it while you search for jobs in other, more typical ways and you will land the job you UT.Knoxville. have always been looking for. Connect with people in the companies and jobs that you are CareerServices looking to get into, tweet questions you may have in your field, use Twitter search to look for jobs that are tweeted using keywords that pertain to what you are looking for, tweet that you are job hunting, etc. Try searching for and using these hashtags: #jobs, #hiring, #tweetmyjobs, #careers, #jobposting, #employment, #recruiting, #jobsearch, #joblisting. Email Many use this form of communication in a highly informal manner. The first rule of thumb is - Think before you write. Just because you can send information faster than ever, does not mean that you should click the “Send” button as quickly as possible. Keep your messages concise. The screen only shows about one half of a hard-copy page. Save longer messages and formal reports for regular or overnight mail. However, do not keep your text so short that the reader has no idea what you’re talking about.

twitter.com/ VolCareers

DO NOT TYPE IN ALL CAPS! It may appear that you are yelling. Additionally, do not type in all lower case. Know that professional communication must be professional and if you violate the rules of grammar and usage, you make it difficult for the reader to interpret your message. The subject line is important. Use it to get the reader’s attention. Replace vague lines (My Resume or Publishing Job) with clear statements. Proofread your message. Use a spell and grammar checker. You do not want to damage you’re credibility with a misspelled word. Text Messaging Text messaging is not an appropriate communication method to use in your job search. Do not correspond with a potential employer through texts. The recruiter, unless you’ve known him or her for a long time, is not your friend. While it’s ok to be yourself, you still want to maintain a sense of professionalism.

SALARY INFORMATION What is the salary range for someone with your education and experience? Salaries depend on the job and the location of the job. The following links will help you investigate how job salaries or offers compare to those surveyed. Along with researching salary, researching the cost of living of potential employer locations is important. Salary Calculators • NACE Salary Calculator (http://www.jobsearchintelligence.com/NACE/salary-calculator-intro/ ) • Salary.com (http://www.salary.com ) • Homefair.com (http://www.homefair.com/real-estate/salary-calculator.asp) • CBsalary.com (http://www.cbsalary.com/salary-calculator ) • BankRate (http://www.bankrate.com/brm/movecalc.asp) Salary Surveys & Resources • CareerOneStop (http://www.careeronestop.org/SalariesBenefits/SalariesBenefits.aspx) • Jobstar (http://jobstar.org/tools/salary/index.php ) Salary Negotiation Many new college grads only have a vague idea of what they want and need in terms of the money they’ll earn their first job. Here are some tips that you should keep in mind. • Plan Ahead »» Before the interview, research the company’s salary ranges and benefits. Think about what you want from the job, both salary and benefits. • Don’t agree too quickly »» The employer may offer the job and salary simultaneously. Never say yes right away. Instead, tell them that you will think about the offer and will get back to them within a certain time frame. • Everything Counts »» When calculating your salary, remember to include the value of benefits, such as bonuses, commissions, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, profit sharing, paid vacation and stock offerings. • Do Your Homework »» The best way to know what you should be making, is to see what others in your position make. You can also check with trade associations or browse through other job postings to see how your salary compares to others. • Don’t Get Personal »» The employer doesn’t care about student loans, etc. Your salary will be based on the hirer’s assessment of 3 things: • Your ability to get the job • The organization’s budget • Market rates for your job “I have an offer but am still waiting on another….now what?” • Stall »» Take time to think about opportunities before deciding. »» Ask for more time or get the offer in writing. Employers are expected to give you due diligence to make a decision (1 week minimum). • Contact other employer »» Inform them of the situation and see if they can speed up their process or let you know where you stand. • Don’t burn bridges! »» There are major ethical considerations if you renege on offer. You represent your peers and UT.

SALARIES ACCEPTED BY 2013â&#x20AC;&#x201C;14 GRADUATES

The salary figures represent job offers accepted immediately following graduation as of June 2013. They do not represent salaries for all students who accepted jobs because some students choose not to disclose this information.

BACHELORS College/Major

Number of Reporting Students

High

Mean

2013-2014

2012-2013

2011-2012

2010-2011

2009-2010 35333

Low

67500

26000

43877

40627

31108

34965

Ag Leadership, Education & Communications

34500

34000

Animal Science

44800

27000

37500

40750

40711

Engineering - Biosystems

67500

40000

55690

55000

Entomology & Plant Pathology

40000

28392

34196

Environmental & Soil Sciences

57500

34000

45125

38250

19768

Food & Agricultural Business

50000

30000

42300

37025

31400

45933

Food Science and Technology

59500

30000

45120

55666

34771

Forestry

26000

27550

Natural Resource & Environmental Economics

55000

23447

Plants, Soils & Insects

37000

30000

34000

Wildlife & Fisheries Science

52000

42000

38000

40333

39533

39214

36622

27480

Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

Architecture and Design

42000

38000

40333

41000

39214

38808

27480

70000

25000

39393

38404

34758

26765

30357

Anthropology

45000

32333

19900

Biological Sciences

55000

29120

40930

41000

21000

35693

Economics

36000

44371

48500

37750

Educational Interpreting

35360

English

45000

35000

38000

43150

46666

42000

Exploratory

46000

Geology

30160

Hispanic Studies (Spanish)

36000

History

25000

37571

46000

Mathematics

40000

32000

35333

44500

37198

22033

Music Education

35080

Political Science

66000

36000

45500

38825

38714

17650

33666

Psychology

50000

25000

37000

32088

32857

23420

27884

Sociology

60000

41922

29000

25167

Spanish

50000

36000

43000

37666

17480

Studio Art

28800

25000

26600

33250

22880

Architecture Arts and Sciences

Theatre Business Administration

70000

31200

177

130000

25000

49993

46213

45901

43742

43184

100000

28000

49845

43471

46854

43959

42400

Business Administration

34000

Business Analytics

70000

26000

54278

Economics

55000

32500

46818

46125

54000

52000

130000

30000

52541

43530

44500

45933

40117

48000

29000

35665

41384

41000

37767

34900

Management

90000

33000

56411

35066

40349

36358

39696

Marketing

60000

30000

42355

41788

37378

40859

38987

Supply Chain Management

73500

25000

51266

50274

50717

48225

48755

55000

30000

41600

34212

31042

26202

29686

Advertising

55000

33333

Communication Studies

47000

30000

37667

33914

35397

30750

30142

Public Relations

40000

32750

29962

31000

30875

47000

33300

39110

38338

33012

32323

31662

Child & Family Studies

40000

24000

25000

Hotel & Restaurant Administration

35360

Kinesiology

37000

36000

Recreation & Sport Management

42000

33300

37650

34700

36800

29500

29604

Accounting

Finance Human Resource Management

Communication and Information

Education, Health, and Human Sciences

47000

43285

32000

40613

40000

109

101000

36000

58358

58427

57534

56225

56715

Computer Science

65000

54000

59500

60800

35000

50500

Engineering - Aerospace

63500

43430

53683

52666

54317

51562

57393

Retail & Consumer Sciences Engineering

57000

36000

47000

58950

70333

61625

Engineering - Chemical

101000

53004

68414

65171

58400

64604

67504

Engineering - Civil

45658

Engineering - Biomedical

67600

36600

51017

58068

48318

49831

Engineering - Computer

40000

62900

58161

53800

Engineering - Electrical

84000

50000

62641

63808

56712

59512

56106

65000

48816

59202

55429

57817

57538

55642

78000

43000

58900

58078

60684

56209

57787

Engineering - Nuclear

66000

50000

57048

63436

56600

56067

59100

Materials Science & Engineering

63000

43200

51050

60750

Nursing

62400

21000

44492

Social Work

60000

29000

44500

26000

Engineering - Industrial Engineering - Mechanical

Number of Reporting Students

High

Low

Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

80000

40000

Agricultural & Resource Economics

60000

Environmental & Soil Sciences

Entomology & Plant Pathology

Mean

2013-2014

2012-2013

2011-2012

2010-2011

2009-2010

46012

41300

38000

45000

40000

50000

45166

80000

58000

68667

40360

38786

Food Science and Technology

46700

40000

Plants, Soils & Insects

43000

Arts and Sciences

35000

35500

Spanish

35000

MASTERS College/Major

126

125000

77000

71732

61563

64326

60820

61129

BUSINESS(MACC)

51076

52500

50500

49900

48600

BUSINESS(MBA)

Business Administration

125000

76351

78152

71740

73658

Business Administration

82500

70625

Business Analytics

77000

42323

29120

36889

49500

31787

35300

38077

Child & Family Studies

42323

Counseling

38000

29120

34707

Nutrition

42000

Recreation & Sport Management

33000

47000

120000

42000

70508

58869

57322

60464

59321

Computer Science

90000

48006

Engineering

44736

Engineering - Aerospace

85000

Engineering - Biomedical

60008

Engineering - Chemical

103000

Engineering - Civil

63024

44736

51560

50754

71500

45670

Engineering - Computer

72000

Engineering - Electrical

87000

42000

61333

Engineering - Environmental

70000

Engineering - Industrial

120000

69500

97125

Engineering - Mechanical

73440

75100

57322

75833

67400

Engineering - Nuclear

75000

54911

65219

72500

68000

70250

Mean

Mean 2009-2010

Education, Health, and Human Sciences

Engineering

Nursing

Number of Reporting Students

High

Low 2013-2014

2012-2013

2011-2012

2010-2011

110000

80000

95000

Chemistry

72840

Physics

110000

80000

95000

66000

DOCTORIAL College/Major Arts and Sciences

Education, Health, and Human Sciences Education

135000

60000

88100

90000

Computer Science

105000

Engineering - Biomedical

135000

Engineering - Chemical

75000

70000

72500

Engineering - Electrical

100000

71004

85502

90000

Engineering - Mechanical

75000

Engineering - Nuclear

95000

Engineering Science

95000

Materials Science & Engineering

60000

Engineering

COST OF LIVING

Along with researching salary, researching the cost of living of potential employer locations is important. As you may know, the cost of goods may vary greatly between two cities. “Cost-of-Living” is usually considered as the composite cost of groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, health care, clothing, and entertainment within a city. The ACCRA (www.accra.org) collects data to produce a comparable index, however many non-profit and for-profit organizations charge for up-to-date “Cost-of-Living” reports.

geographic area and at times, compare those salaries to another geographic area. Using some of these websites below will help you in comparing “Cost-ofLiving.” • Salary.com - http://www.salary.com • Homefair.com »» Salary Calculator http://www.homefair.com/real-estate/salary-calculator.asp »» Cost of Living Wizard http://www.homefair.com/real-estate/costof-living.asp • BankRate - http://www.bankrate.com/brm/ movecalc.asp

There are many free resources on the web that will help you calculate average salaries for a particular 22

THE DISABILITY CAREERS OFFICE: IDENTIFIED AS NATIONWIDE BEST PRACTICE By establishing a link between these Career Services and the Office of Disability Services, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is a leader in preparing college students with disabilities to be competitive in their career search and connecting students to employers seeking a truly diverse workforce to satisfy their business needs. In 2013, the Disability Careers Office was identified as a nationwide best practice and invited to present on the topic of “Preparing Youth with Disabilities for the Workforce” at the two National Governors Association (NGA) Institutes on A Better Bottom Line: Employing People with Disabilities. Each year, the NGA selects a new Governor as Chair and that Chair identifies a topic to form a one-year initiative. Governor Jack Markell (D) of Delaware chose employment of people with disabilities as the emphasis for 2012 – 2013. The culmination of the Initiative is to develop and approve a Blueprint for the 50 Governors to follow and implement the best practices that have been identified as effective, practical and replicable. The Disability Careers Office was included in the NGA Blueprint and presented to each Governor and their representatives. “The Disability Careers Office was presented as a successful, effective and replicable best practice that can be implemented at state universities across the country,” said Russ Coughenour, director of Career Services. “The DCO is the first program of its kind in the country that truly bridges the gap between my office and the Office of Disability Services.” The purpose of the Disability Careers Office is to assist individual college students and alumni, who have various disabilities, with career development and employment preparation. The office provides assistance to all students with a documented disability as evidenced by their registration with the Office of Disability Services and/or with Tennessee Vocational Rehabilitation Services. The services include, but are not limited to: • Career path and major exploration through assessment tools • Resume and cover letter creation • Interview techniques and preparation • Employment and internship opportunities, including those specifically designed for students with disabilities • Self-advocacy skill development • Disability disclosure techniques • Information regarding the process to request reasonable workplace accommodations • Resources related to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 • Access to employers who are actively recruiting students with disabilities • Job-seeking skills • Referrals to Career Services and the Office of Disability Services

The individual interaction with the Disability Careers Office staff teaches students how to utilize the already existing Career Services resources more effectively. The Disability Careers Office strives to prepare students with disabilities for success postgraduation. The services provided are intended to help individuals consider all facets of career and employment preparation. The Disability Careers Office staff works with students with all types of disabilities including the following: • Learning Disabilities • ADD / ADHD • Psychological • Mobility • Hearing • Visual • Chronic Health • Brain Injury • Autism Spectrum Disorder

Don’t forget about the Diversity Job fair in the Spring.

Please feel free to contact the Disability Careers Office at 865-974-5435 or email dco@utk.edu to schedule an appointment. For additional information, visit our website at http://career.utk.edu/students/disability-careers-office/. The Disability Careers Office is located in 100 Dunford Hall.

Check with Career Services (career. utk.edu) for the exact date.

SURVIVING THE GRADUATE ADMISSIONS PROCESS Career Services provides assistance to students planning to attend graduate and professional school. Students can meet with their college consultants to learn about the application process and to get help each step of the way. Links on the Career Services website are available to help students find universities that offer programs of interest, learn about required entrance exams, and much more. Look for the Admissions Guide to Graduate School on career.utk.edu for a comprehensive resource on the topic.

Career Services has several books that provide examples of winning essays as well as useful tips. Staff members can critique students’ essays and offer suggestions for improvement. Each fall, Donald Asher, a nationally recognized speaker and author, is invited to campus to present a dynamic seminar on graduate school admission. This program is a must-see for all those considering advanced degrees. Other graduate school related workshops are offered throughout the year including Graduate School Admissions 101 and Writing a Winning Personal Statement.

Some students find the graduate admissions essay one of the most challenging tasks to complete.

Timeline for Applying to Graduate School You need to begin preparing to apply at least a year before you expect to enter a graduate program. Generally, most start graduate school in the fall. Application deadlines for a fall start date usually occur in January and February. However, as you build your timetable, pay close attention to deadlines and try to complete applications well before the due date. Also understand that some programs, e.g. law and medical school have application clearinghouses with different timelines. Use the following to get started. Spring of Junior Year – Summer Before Senior Year • Finalize the type of graduate program consistent with your goals; discuss your career plans with your Career Services consultant and faculty advisors. • Identify a list of prospective graduate schools and gather relevant information from each. • Prepare for the entrance exam required by your program and sign up to take the test early enough to allow for retesting if necessary.

August-September • Review literature from prospective graduate schools and narrow to a final list; Career Services recommends the “Rule of 6” – two reach, two middle-of-the-pack, and two safe bets. • Begin writing a personal statement or essay. Polish it as much as possible. • Take entrance exams if you haven’t already. • Consider contacting faculty at programs of interest by phone or email to make an introduction.

February-March • Contact schools and plan a visit to meet with faculty members and current students if possible. • Some institutions require interviews, others make them optional, and some won’t conduct interviews.

April-May • Wait for your admissions offers! • Assess your financial aid package. • Make a decision – call other programs to decline or withdraw. • Write thank you letters to those who helped during the process.

October-November • Complete application forms. • Request transcripts from all of your postsecondary institutions. • Meet with your recommenders to discuss your program choices and give them relevant information (resume, transcripts). • Tailor personal statements to each school.

December-January • Mail all applications even if not yet due. Many schools pay special attention to early applications. • Call to check that materials were received. • Fill out FASFA to qualify for federal aid. • Research deadlines for graduate assistantship applications offered by the institutions to which you are applying.

Graduate School Admissions Seminar Featuring Donald As her October 9, 2014 4:00 – 5:30 University Center Auditorium

CAREER SERVICES CODE OF CONDUCT The Department of Career Services has policies and procedures established for the job and internship search to provide a basis for ethical conduct. Please keep in mind these policies are in place to protect you and the employer. Unprofessional behavior by students hurts the Career Services’ office reputation and the University’s reputation with employers, which can ultimately deny students recruiting opportunities. Interview “No Show” and Late Cancellation Policy Submitting a resume requesting an interview and scheduling an interview are formal commitments to the employer. If you are selected for an interview for which you submitted a resume you are committed to scheduling an interview and showing up for the interview unless a legitimate reason arises.

A “No Show” is defined as someone who: 1. submits a resume expressing interest for an interview, is selected by the employer for an interview, but fails to schedule an interview time; 2. schedules an interview with an employer and does not show up for the interview; 3. cancels an interview less than 24 hours before the interview. If you violate the No-Show policy your Hire-A-VOL account will be deactivated and your On-Campus Recruiting privileges will be suspended. In order to reinstate your account you must meet with Assistant Director Mary Mahoney or Director Russ Coughenour. Acceptance Policy for Permanent and Internship Jobs After accepting a job offer, you should NOT continue to interview. You must notify Career Services of your acceptance and cease further activity. Accurate Representation Policy Always provide accurate information during the job search process. Do not falsify work experience, GPA, dates, eligibility, leadership roles, etc. Resume Referrals Permission to refer resumes to employers is granted by you through a statement in the Hire-A-VOL software. It says “Release Resume to Employers/Internet” and you have the option to select yes or no. Selecting yes allows Career Services to refer your resume to prospective employers. Graduate Placement Survey All students graduating in Academic Year 2014 - 2015 will be required to complete a Post-Graduate Survey in order to maintain access to the Hire-a-VOL system as UTK Alumni. You will be contacted via email following your graduation to complete this survey. Prompt response to the Survey will guarantee that your account will not be suspended. Conclusion This policy is in place to protect you, the student. No-shows hurt UT’s reputation with employers and deny other students an interview spot of which they might have taken advantage. We will do everything we can to work with you, but we ask you to be responsible and avoid No-Shows. If you have questions about this code, please contact Career Services at (865) 974-5435. Important Note: The Career Services Office and the Hire-A-Vol system serves as a referral source for jobs and other opportunities and generally cannot make specific recommendations regarding off-campus employers. Career Services makes no guarantees about the positions listed by the office. Career Services is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions or any others aspects of off-campus employment. While we expect employers to adhere to ethical standards, we are not able to research the integrity of each organization or individual that lists a job with us. Students and alumni are urged to ask good questions and use common sense when applying for any job or internships, particularly with respect to employment in a private home or other opportunities not affiliated with an established public or private sector organization. We encourage you to research prospective employers using resources made available by Career Services, as well as other tools, such as the internet. Career Services provides opportunities for University of Tennessee students and alumni to develop jobsearch skills and provides resources to help identify potential employment. Career Services does not guarantee job placement for students nor for alumni. Please contact Career Services with questions or concerns, if you believe any employer listing jobs or internships on Hire-A-Vol has misrepresented opportunities or has otherwise engaged in unethical conduct concerning recruitment or employment practices. 25

RECRUITING EMPLOYERS 2013-2014

The employers listed below participated in on-campus recruiting during the 2013-14 academic year. This list does not yet reflect changes in employer participation for 2014-15. 21st Mortgage a3 Athletics AAA Cooper Transportation Abercrombie & Fitch (Hollister Company) Academy Sports + Outdoors Accenture Ackermann PR Acts Fleet Maintenance Service, Inc. Aerospace Products International Aerotek/An Allegis Group Company AESSEAL Inc. AgriGold Hybrids Alcoa Inc. Aldi, Inc. Alltech ALSTOM Power, INC Altec Industries Altria Altria Group Distribution Company Amazon AMERICAN Cast Iron Pipe Co American Diabetes Association American Greetings Corporation American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) American Red Cross AmeriCorps NCCC Ameson Academy of International Education Analysis & Measurement Services Corp (AMS) Anderson County Schools Answer Financial, Inc. Appalachia CARES/AmeriCorps Appalachia Service Project Aramark Corp and Volunteer Dining Archer Daniels Midland - ADM ARG Financial Staffing ARiES Energy LLC AroundCampusGroup Arthrex, Inc. Ascension Health Asheville City Schools AT&T Athens City Schools ATI Tungsten Materials Atlanta Hawks and Philips Arena Auto-Owners Insurance Avery Dennison AXA Advisors, LLC Axle Logistics Ball Homes, LLC Bay Valley Foods BB&T - Branch Banking and Trust Company BDO Beazer Homes Bechtel Corporation Bed Bath & Beyond Behavioral Health Group (BHG) Belk Bibb County Public School System Big Ass Fans Biltmore Estate (The) Blackberry Farm Blaine Construction Corporation Blount County Schools BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC Boardwalk Pipeline Partners Boeing Boy Scouts of America Supply Group Boys & Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley Breakthrough Corporation Brickman Group, The Bridge Refugee Services, Inc.

Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC Brown and Caldwell Buckeye International, Inc. Buncombe County Schools Burke, Inc. Burkhart & Company Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) Burris Logistics Bush Brothers Bush Brothers & Company C.H. Robinson CAC Beardsley Community Farm Café 1040 Calsonic Kansei North America, Inc. Camp Big Fish Camp Wesley Woods Campus Special Capital Choice Financial Services Capital Financial Group, LLC / Mass Mutual Capital One Cargill Caris HealthCare Carson-Newman University VISTA Fellows Carter’s Inc. Casa de Sara CASA of East Tennessee, Inc. Case Farms Caterpillar Financial Services Caterpillar Logistics Catholic Charities of East Tennessee Cavalry Logistics CDM Smith Celadon Trucking Cellular Sales CENTRAL PARKING SYSTEM Centro Hispano de East TN Cerebral Palsy Center Cessna Aircraft Company CGI Champion Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Charlottesville (VA) City Schools CHEP Cherokee Health Systems Chipotle Mexican Grill Christian Appalachian Project Cigna Corporation Cintas Corporation Cisco City Year CityView Publishing Inc. Clarksville Montgomery County School System Clayton Homes/Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance Cleveland City Schools Cleveland Police Department Clinton City Schools Clorox Company Coca-Cola Colgate Colgate-Palmolive Company Colortech, Inc. Comcast Spotlight ConAgra Foods Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. Consolidated Graphics Construction Specifications Institute Coulter & Justus Crane Worldwide Logistics Cross Company CROSSMARK Crowe Horwath LLP Crowne Plaza Knoxville

CSL Plasma CSX Transportation Cumberland Companies, LLC (The) Cummins Inc. Cumulus Broadcasting, Knoxville Dalton Public Schools Davidson County Headstart Decosimo-Certified Public Accountants Delek US Holdings/Mapco Dell Deloitte Consulting Deloitte, LLP Dennys Denso Manufacturing Department of Education Putnam County DISH One Satellite Dixon Hughes Goodman Dollar General Corporation Dollywood Dow Drake Software DSC Logistics DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse Eastman Chemical Eaton Echo Global Logistics EchoStar Elavon Emerald Youth Foundation EMJ Construction Emory Valley Center Enercon Services, Inc Enterprise Holdings Epsilon Ernst & Young, LLP (E&Y) ettain group Exel Supply Chain Express Employment Professionals ExxonMobil Falling Creek Camp Farm Credit Mid-America Fastenal Company Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) FedEx - Accounting FedEx Audit FedEx Services FedEx Tax Ferguson, a Wolseley Company Fiber Innovation Technology, Inc. Fidelity Investments Financial Services, Inc. First Bank and Trust Company First Tennessee Bank Fisher Investments FletcherPR Ford Motor Company Fort Loudoun Lake Association Fox Den Country Club Foxfire Mountain Adventures Frazier & Deeter Friends of Literacy Frito Lay Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau GEICO General Electric - GE Georgia Pacific LLC Gerdau Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians Girls on the Run Greater Knoxville Global Intern Exchange

Goodwill Industries--Knoxville, Inc. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Grainger Greeneville City School System H. T. Hackney Haiti Outreach Program Hajoca Corporation Hamblen County School District Hamilton County Department of Education Hanesbrands Inc. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Harrison Construction HCA Helen Ross McNabb Center Henkel Technologies Henry County Schools Hertz Corporation (The) Holiday Inn Express & Suites @ Papermill Holston Valley Broadcasting Corporation Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville Home Depot Honda Manufacturing of Alabama Hub Group Humana IBM Illuminate360 Imaging Technology Consulting INROADS Insight Global, Inc. Intel Corporation Internal Data Resources (IDR) International Paper Intertape Polymer Group J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. Jack Daniel’s Distillery Visitor Center JCPenney Jefferson County Schools Jewelry Television (JTV) Johnson & Galyon Construction Johnson & Johnson Journal Broadcast Group JTEKT/Koyo Bearings Junior Achievement of East Tennessee, Inc. Kellogg’s Kenco Kentucky Equine Management Internship Program (KEMI) Kimberly-Clark Corporation Kingsport City Schools KIPP Memphis Collegiate Schools Knox County Schools Knoxville Catholic High School Knoxville Convention Center Knoxville Family Justice Center Knoxville Leadership Foundation Knoxville Marriott, franchise of Columbia Sussex Knoxville News Sentinel Knoxville TVA Employees Credit Union Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) Knoxville Zoological Gardens (Knoxville Zoo) Koch Foods Kohl’s Department Store KPMG Kraft CPAs Kroger Company (The) Landair Transportation Inc. Lattimore, Black, Morgan & Cain LLC Launch TN Lauren Engineers & Constructors, Inc. LEAD Public Schools Legal Aid of East Tennessee Liberty Mutual Group Liberty University School of Law Lincoln Financial Group Linde

Lower Kuskokwim School District Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Macy’s MAHLE Management Resources Group, Inc. Manhattan Assosciates, Inc. Marathon Petroleum Company LP Marten Transport Martin Brower Mary Beth West Communications, LLC Maverick Transportation McKibbon Hotel Management McNeely Pigott & Fox Public Relations Memphis Rise Academy Memphis Teacher Residency Merit Construction Messer Construction Company Metro Nashville Police Department Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools MHC Kenworth Minnewawa Inc. Modern Woodmen of America Momentum Dance Lab Mondelez International Mrs. Grissom’s Salads Mueller Industries, Inc.. Murray State University NACCO Materials Handling Group (NMHG) National Instruments NAVSEA Norfolk Naval Shipyard Navy Engineering Logistics Office (NELO) Net Impact Network Of International Christian Schools New York Life Insurance Co. Newell Rubbermaid Nissan North America Noland Plunbing Company Norfolk Southern Corporation NorthSouth Productions Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Nourish International Novelis Novozymes Nuclear Fuel Services Inc. Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)/National Energy Technology Laboratory Oak Ridge National Labs(ORNL)/UT Battelle Oak Ridge Schools OHL OmniSource Corporation OneSubsea - A Cameron & Schlumberger Company Open Access Technology International, Inc Open Arms Care Orange and White Corps O’Reilly Distribution Center ORNL P&S Transportation Inc Panalpina Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. Parallon Workforce Solutions PCH Hotels & Resorts Peace Corps Penske Truck Leasing PepsiCo PerfectServe, Inc. Pershing Yoakley & Associates PetSmart PhysAssist Scribes Pictsweet Company Pilgrim’s Corp Pilot Flying J Pine Cove Pinkstaff, Simpson, Hall & Headrick, P.C. PolyOne Corporation

POOLCORP Pricewaterhouse Coopers Professional Engineers, Inc. Professional Service Industries, Inc. Project Inspire Project V.E.G.G.I.E. Pugh CPAs Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service PVH QualPro, Inc. Quintium Advisors & BPV Capital Management R+L Global Logistics and R+L Truckload Services RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. RallySpark RANDA Solutions RAYTHEON COMPANY Regal Entertainment Group Regions Financial Corporation Rentenbach Constructors Incorporated Republic Finance, LLC ReTrans, Inc. Reyes Holdings, LLC Richmont Graduate University RIVR Media, LLC Roane County Schools Robertson County Schools Rockwell Automation Rocky Top Marketing Group Ross Stores, Inc. Ruan Transport Corporation Rush Enterprises, Inc. Rush Fitness Complex (The) Ryder System, Inc. S.E.E. Center Saddle Creek Logistics Services SAIC Salvation Army Savannah River Nuclear Solutions Savannah River Remediation Save-A-Lot Food Stores Schlumberger Schneider Electric Science Education Programs at Oak Ridge National Laboratory Scott-McRae Group/U.S. Auto Credit Scripps Networks (HGTV, DIY, Food Network, GAC, Fine Living) SDI Marketing Sequel Youth & Family Services (Kingston Academy) ServiceSource Sevierville Police Department Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR) Shaw Industries Group, Inc. Sherwin-Williams She’s the First*{UTK} Shoemaker Financial Shoney’s of Knoxville, Inc. Shred-it Inc. Sitel Social Security Administration (SSA) Sonoco Products Company South Central Media South Florida Logistics Services Southeastern Freight Lines Southern Alliance for Clean Energy / Southern Energy Network Southern Company Southern Teachers Agency Spirit AeroSystems Inc. SRG Global STA Southern Teachers Star Construction, LLC State Farm Agencies (Agent Neil Schmitt)

Steve Ward & Associates Syngenta Target Corporation Tarwater & Company Teach For America Teach Memphis / Shelby County Schools Teachers-Teachers.com TechmerPM TechnologyAdvice Techtronic Industries (T.T.i) Techtronic Industries (TTi) TEKsystems Tempur Sealy International Tennessee Association of Broadcasters Tennessee Department of Agriculture/Forestry Tennessee Department of Transportation Tennessee Dept of Human Services and Dept of Vocational Rehabilitation Tennessee Dept. of Children’s Services Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Tennessee Interfaith Power & Light, and Northeast Tennessee Organizing for Action Tennessee Packaging Tennessee Press Association Tennessee Riverboat Co. Tennessee Smokies Baseball Tennessee Solar Energy Association Tennessee Sports Radio Tennessee Tech University MBA Program Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Texas Roadhouse TGI Fridays The AroundCampus Group The InSite Group The Kroger Company The Universal Group The University of North Carolina Greensboro TMX Finance Tosh Farms Total Quality Logistics, Inc. (TQL) Total Transportation of MS Toyota Motor Company Tractor Supply Company Transplace Transportation Insight TSH Inc (Tennessee Steel Haulers) Tyson Foods, Inc U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security U.S. Marine Corps U.S. Navy, Officer Programs U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission U.S. Xpress UBS Financial Services UGA Cooperative Extension Unilever Union County Public Schools Unisource Worldwide, Inc. United Parcel Service (UPS) United States Penitentiary, Lee University of Tennessee, Agricultural & Resource Economics University of Tennessee, Army ROTC University of Tennessee, Athletics Development University of Tennessee, Center for Leadership & Service University of Tennessee, Conferences & NonCredit Programs University of Tennessee, Congressional Internship Program University of Tennessee, Disability Services University of Tennessee, Extension University of Tennessee, Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries, Study Abroad Program University of Tennessee, Foundation (Telefund)

University of Tennessee, Human Resources University of Tennessee, Jamaica Study Abroad Program University of Tennessee, OIT and Help Desk University of Tennessee, Oxfam America Club University of Tennessee, Plant Sciences, Study Abroad Program University of Tennessee, Programs Abroad Office, Center for International Education University of Tennessee, University Center Unum Urban Express Fashions Urban Teacher Center US Lawns USA Raft Pigeon River USDA APHIS VS USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service/ Tennessee Field Office USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) USFoods UT Arts & Sciences Advising UT Athletics UT Career Services UT COSD UT First Year Studies UT International House UT MBA Career Management UT Multicultural Student Life UT New Student & Family Programs UT Student Activities: Film/CEB UT Student Activities: WCC/Issues UT Student Conduct & Community Standards UT Student Success Center UT University Housing UT-ORNL Graduate School of Genome Science and Technology Vanderbilt Mortgage Vector Marketing Corporation Verizon Wireless Vertek Solutions, Inc. VisualTour.com Waddell & Reed, Inc. Walgreens Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Walt Disney World Co. Warner Robins Air Logistics Center WATE-TV6 WBBJ-TV WBIR-TV WBXX/WKNX WDSI FOX61 WDVX Wendy’s (Southeast Foods) Wesley House Community Center Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort Whirlpool Corporation WhisperRoom, Inc. Whitfield County Schools Williamson County Schools Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Willis, North America Windows Campus Tour Woodford County Public Schools Woodstream Corporation WRCB-TV WTVC NewsChannel 9 WVLT-TV Wyndham Vacation Ownership Yancey Bros. Co. YES Prep Public Schools Youth Villages Zipcar

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