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Career and Life Design for Students

School of Business Administration

Elliott Hall, Room 427
275 Varner Drive
Rochester, MI 48309-4485
(location map)

With the support of a strong, dedicated Career and Life Design team serving as a gateway to the future, Oakland business students build marketable skills, gain professional work experience and explore their passions. Students are empowered through career consultation, networking and recruitment events, virtual resources and personal branding sessions. The School of Business Administration Career and Life Design team is ready to assist OU business students through in-person and virtual appointments as well as phone and email. You may make an appointment on Handshake.

It’s a fact, employers seek Oakland business students and graduates. Representatives from hundreds of companies interview and recruit Oakland University business students at career fairs, mixers and other professional events. Oakland business graduates launch careers in organizations across many sectors including accounting, automotive, aerospace, defense, financial services, health care, information services, manufacturing and more.

On an annual basis, Handshake lists more than 10,000 job postings and nearly 5,000 internship postings for business majors, plus positions in other fields. Oakland University is among the top five in-state institutions from which employers actively recruit, according to a 2022 report from American Society of Employers.


HANDSHAKE
Staff and Services

School of Business Administration Career and Life Design
232 Elliott Hall hosts scheduled appointments (those scheduled in Handshake or scheduled via Career and Life Design at 248-370-3250).

Juretta Bailey-Grajewski, Career and Life Design Coach
(248) 370-2698
[email protected]

Maelle Rouquet, Career and Life Design Coach
(248) 370-3216
[email protected]

Natalie Iscaro, SBA ACHIEVE & Career and Life Design Office Assistant
(248) 370-4192
[email protected]

 

Career and Life Design Center - Main Office
Drop-In Advising remains at 154 North Foundation Hall. Drop-In hours are available for students and alumni who would like to discuss career-related topics with a Career and Life Design team member, without establishing a formal appointment.

Drop-Ins are 15 minutes in length. See the Careers webpage for hours and additional information.


Career and Life Design Coaches provide a variety of services including, but not limited to:

  • Resume Reviews
  • Cover Letter Reviews
  • Mock Interviews
  • Job Search Strategies
  • Career Guidance
  • Informational Interview Guidance
  • Career Fair Prep
  • Networking and Social Media Tips
  • Workshops
  • On-Campus Recruiting and Interviewing

Career Ambassadors are a career resource for students from all different majors and classes. By meeting with students, they spread the word about the resume, interview and job search help that Career and Life Design provides. 

Events and Engagements

Between career fairs, mixers, meet and greets, information sessions, speed networking events and more, the Career and Life Design Center and the business school is abuzz with career activity and opportunities. Check the Career and Life Design Center calendar for the latest events.

You can also follow OU Career and Life Design on Instagram, LinkedInFacebook and Twitter to stay up to date on career and internship opportunities and other happenings.

Outcomes

CAREER AND LIFE DESIGN OUTCOMES

2022-23 First Destination Report Highlights
Employers seek Oakland University business graduates for openings in their organizations. Representatives from hundreds of companies come to campus each year to meet and interview OU business students.

As Oakland Business student, you’ll meet business professionals and employers face-to-face, often, in the classroom, at student organization events, at invitation-only industry, professional events, and more. You’ll learn about internship and career opportunities at recruiting and informational events that bring employers from a variety of industries to campus.

Internship, Career Opportunities & Continuing Education
91% career outcomes rate*
86% of graduates completed an internship or internship-like experience while at OU
12% pursuing further education

*career outcomes rate includes: employed, pursuing continuing education, pursuing other commitments (e.g. serving in military, volunteering, raising a family)

Salary
Oakland University business graduates who reported salaries, reported a median salary of $62,000.

Employment
99% of employed graduates are employed in Michigan

2022-23 First Destination Report Top Industries

  • Automotive
  • Accounting
  • Commercial Banking & Credit
  • Construction
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail Stores
  • Real Estate
  • Sales & Marketing

2022-23 First Destination Report Select Top Employers

  • BorgWarner
  • General Motors
  • FANUC
  • FORVIA
  • Plante Moran
  • PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
  • Rocket Companies

Knowledge Rate - The information is based on reliable and verifiable outcome knowledge for 81 percent of students who graduated with an undergraduate degree from the School of Business Administration 2022-2023.

2026 Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2027) | Corporate Finance, Los Angeles Capital Markets at Houlihan Lokey

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:22:33 +0000
Employer: Houlihan Lokey - Corporate Finance Expires: 02/16/2025 Overview  Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE: HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past nine consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past ten consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).    Corporate Finance   Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.  Capital Markets   Houlihan Lokey’s Private Capital Markets & Advisory team provides capital-raising services across industries and for various capital needs. We are the largest and most active capital raising and advisory team at a non-balance sheet bank, raising approximately $18bn across 80 closed transactions in the twelve months ending Sep-2024. The team engages with a wide variety of clients, including private equity-backed companies, public, and, family and management-owned businesses. We achieve outlier results for our clients by leveraging direct relationships with various types of private market asset managers, including private credit funds, mezzanine debt and structured equity funds, pension funds, insurance companies, family offices and special situations investors. The group specializes in structure-agnostic capital solutions across the capital structure, including unitranche and second lien term loans, asset-backed facilities, and junior debt and minority equity instruments. We are uniquely positioned to address our client’s most complex capital structure needs. The team has an unparalleled track record of delivering bespoke financing solutions for companies at various stages of the corporate lifecycle. We leverage deep industry expertise and real-time knowledge of / insight into viable private capital markets solutions based upon significant volume of recently-closed transactions and active deals in market. In a capital markets environment that is rapidly changing and increasingly complex, it is critical for clients to hire trusted advisors to help them optimize capital structure with tailored solutions.  Job Description  Private Capital Markets transaction processes involve similar stages to M&A deals, e.g. creating marketing materials (CIM, three-statement financial model), spearheading counterparty diligence, coordinating management meetings, and ultimately structuring/negotiating the financing to close. Summer Financial Analysts will gain valuable experience with respect to (i) technical proficiency in cash flow and three-statement modeling, (ii) organizational skills and experience running investor outreach processes, and (iii) superior understanding of capital structure and the private credit and private equity capital markets.During the summer, candidates will work alongside full-time professionals on live deals across a variety of transaction types, including acquisition financing for leveraged buyouts, dividend recapitalizations, refinancings, growth capital and distressed and special situations.  Key features of the role include:Significant experience with three-statement / cash flow modelingDeep understanding of capital structurePrimarily raising capital for private equity-backed companies with complex capital structure needs‘Structure agnostic’ – direct experience with a broad spectrum of flexible capital solutions that are available in today’s marketIndustry agnostic approach provides exposure to various sectors and business modelsVast majority of time spent on live deals vs. pitchingObserve market outreach to diverse universe of private market investors to address client financing needs Qualifications Expected Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between Dec-26 and Jun-27 Basic knowledge of accounting principles and a keen interest in finance Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong work ethic and leadership skills Strong analytical and computer skills (Excel)  Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment

2026 Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2027) | Corporate Finance, New York Capital Markets at Houlihan Lokey

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:21:41 +0000
Employer: Houlihan Lokey - Corporate Finance Expires: 02/16/2025 Overview  Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE: HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past nine consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past ten consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).    Corporate Finance   Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.  Capital Markets   Private Capital Markets transaction processes involve similar stages to M&A deals, e.g. Houlihan Lokey’s Private Capital Markets & Advisory team provides capital-raising services across industries and for various capital needs. We are the largest and most active capital raising and advisory team at a non-balance sheet bank, raising approximately $18bn across 80 closed transactions in the twelve months ending Sep-2024. The team engages with a wide variety of clients, including private equity-backed companies, public, and, family and management-owned businesses. We achieve outlier results for our clients by leveraging direct relationships with various types of private market asset managers, including private credit funds, mezzanine debt and structured equity funds, pension funds, insurance companies, family offices and special situations investors. The group specializes in structure-agnostic capital solutions across the capital structure, including unitranche and second lien term loans, asset-backed facilities, and junior debt and minority equity instruments. We are uniquely positioned to address our client’s most complex capital structure needs. The team has an unparalleled track record of delivering bespoke financing solutions for companies at various stages of the corporate lifecycle. We leverage deep industry expertise and real-time knowledge of / insight into viable private capital markets solutions based upon significant volume of recently-closed transactions and active deals in market. In a capital markets environment that is rapidly changing and increasingly complex, it is critical for clients to hire trusted advisors to help them optimize capital structure with tailored solutions.  Job Description  Private Capital Markets transaction processes involve similar stages to M&A deals, e.g. creating marketing materials (CIM, three-statement financial model), spearheading counterparty diligence, coordinating management meetings, and ultimately structuring/negotiating the financing to close. Summer Financial Analysts will gain valuable experience with respect to (i) technical proficiency in cash flow and three-statement modeling, (ii) organizational skills and experience running investor outreach processes, and (iii) superior understanding of capital structure and the private credit and private equity capital markets.During the summer, candidates will work alongside full-time professionals on live deals across a variety of transaction types, including acquisition financing for leveraged buyouts, dividend recapitalizations, refinancings, growth capital and distressed and special situations.  Key features of the role include:Significant experience with three-statement / cash flow modelingDeep understanding of capital structurePrimarily raising capital for private equity-backed companies with complex capital structure needs‘Structure agnostic’ – direct experience with a broad spectrum of flexible capital solutions that are available in today’s marketIndustry agnostic approach provides exposure to various sectors and business modelsVast majority of time spent on live deals vs. pitchingObserve market outreach to diverse universe of private market investors to address client financing needs Qualifications Expected Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between Dec-26 and Jun-27Basic knowledge of accounting principles and a keen interest in financeExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong work ethic and leadership skillsStrong analytical and computer skills (Excel)Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment

2026 Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2027) | Corporate Finance, Chicago Capital Markets at Houlihan Lokey

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:23:09 +0000
Employer: Houlihan Lokey - Corporate Finance Expires: 02/16/2025 Overview  Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE: HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past nine consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past ten consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).    Corporate Finance   Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.  Capital Markets   Houlihan Lokey’s Private Capital Markets & Advisory team provides capital-raising services across industries and for various capital needs. We are the largest and most active capital raising and advisory team at a non-balance sheet bank, raising approximately $18bn across 80 closed transactions in the twelve months ending Sep-2024.The team engages with a wide variety of clients, including private equity-backed companies, public, and, family and management-owned businesses. We achieve outlier results for our clients by leveraging direct relationships with various types of private market asset managers, including private credit funds, mezzanine debt and structured equity funds, pension funds, insurance companies, family offices and special situations investors. The group specializes in structure-agnostic capital solutions across the capital structure, including unitranche and second lien term loans, asset-backed facilities, and junior debt and minority equity instruments.We are uniquely positioned to address our client’s most complex capital structure needs. The team has an unparalleled track record of delivering bespoke financing solutions for companies at various stages of the corporate lifecycle. We leverage deep industry expertise and real-time knowledge of / insight into viable private capital markets solutions based upon significant volume of recently-closed transactions and active deals in market. In a capital markets environment that is rapidly changing and increasingly complex, it is critical for clients to hire trusted advisors to help them optimize capital structure with tailored solutions.  Job Description  Private Capital Markets transaction processes involve similar stages to M&A deals, e.g. creating marketing materials (CIM, three-statement financial model), spearheading counterparty diligence, coordinating management meetings, and ultimately structuring/negotiating the financing to close. Summer Financial Analysts will gain valuable experience with respect to (i) technical proficiency in cash flow and three-statement modeling, (ii) organizational skills and experience running investor outreach processes, and (iii) superior understanding of capital structure and the private credit and private equity capital markets.During the summer, candidates will work alongside full-time professionals on live deals across a variety of transaction types, including acquisition financing for leveraged buyouts, dividend recapitalizations, refinancings, growth capital and distressed and special situations.  Qualifications  Significant experience with three-statement / cash flow modelingDeep understanding of capital structurePrimarily raising capital for private equity-backed companies with complex capital structure needs‘Structure agnostic’ – direct experience with a broad spectrum of flexible capital solutions that are available in today’s marketIndustry agnostic approach provides exposure to various sectors and business modelsVast majority of time spent on live deals vs. pitchingObserve market outreach to diverse universe of private market investors to address client financing needs  Preferred Qualifications  Expected Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between Dec-26 and Jun-27 Basic knowledge of accounting principles and a keen interest in finance Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong work ethic and leadership skills Strong analytical and computer skills (Excel)  Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment

Front-End Clerk at GMG Management Consulting Inc

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:32:43 +0000
Employer: GMG Management Consulting Inc Expires: 02/16/2025 Front-End ClerkThe Front-End Specialist is responsible for supporting the Front-End Department. Agents must understand and comply with all the Call Center/ Help Desk objectives, performance standards, and policies.The successful candidate must have basic Accounting knowledge, be a self-starter with natural curiosity, who is willing to learn and grow, possess strong analytical skills, is committed to excellence and high standards, organized, detailed and customer service oriented, can learn new areas quickly, work independently, multi-task, and produce accurate work products.Job Responsibilities:Answer calls and resolve customer issuesKeep management informed on issues and challengesMaintain an impeccable attendance recordWork collaboratively with team members and call center management to contribute to department goals and maintain service level objectivesEscalate red flags promptly and with the appropriate sense of urgencyBecome knowledgeable in all areas of default with high focus to resolve defaults and prevent foreclosureAdhere to all established company policies and proceduresExperience:Minimum one years' experience in a Call Center, Customer Service, Financial Services or similar specialist positionFamiliarity with and Consumer Privacy LawsSkills and Abilities:Must be passionate about providing the highest quality customer serviceMust be Computer literate and comfortable navigating MS Office Able to quickly learn and adapt to a changing environmentAble to work independently and as part of a teamAbility and willingness to take ownership of issues and apply the appropriate sense of urgencyAbility to effectively communicate feedback and present observations, trends and recommendations to peers and management staff

BlueCross BlueShield of SC - CGS Student Intern - Summer at BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:27:23 +0000
Employer: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina - BlueCross Corporate Expires: 02/16/2025 CGS Administrators, LLC (CGS) is a Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and it is part of the Celerian Group of companies. Around 1,000 CGS employees provide a variety of services for over 28 million Medicare beneficiaries and 105,000 health care professionals across 38 states.Our Summer Internship Program offers numerous opportunities for you to build connections, enhance your skill set, and engage with a leading employer. As an Intern, you will have a unique vantage point to see the tangible impact of your contributions on our company and community. You’ll have the chance to support and lead meaningful projects alongside passionate colleagues who are dedicated to making a difference. This 12-week paid program runs from May 12, 2025, to Aug. 1, 2025, and includes developmental sessions with senior leaders, mentorship from experienced professionals, and valuable hands-on experience. Must be a rising Junior or Senior to apply.Description The intern position is utilized for training an active college student toward a professional-level role. Responsibilities vary and are based upon the needs of the area and the experience of the incumbent at the time of employment. This incumbent works under direct supervision and has responsibilities for performing entry-level tasks and for learning professional-level tasks relating to area operations. What You’ll Do:Completes tasks for maintaining information used in the department. Maintains documents, spreadsheets, databases or related items. Utilizes various systems and tools, performs research and assists with projects as needed. Follows established procedures.Participates in business unit/department training designed to help this position acquire applicable knowledge/skills in their area of study. Completes area tasks that are conducive to learning the departmental procedures and applying industry/field best practices. May communicate with other areas of the company. May create, present and/or report on area statistics and/or knowledge acquired.Performs tasks that help in learning the business area and which provide an overall view of company operations. Assist other staff members with everyday tasks in order to gain an understanding of business operations and workflow.Completes other assigned area related tasks.To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need the Following: Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of 12 semester hours earned in the field(s) specified by the hiring area and must be currently enrolled in college and working towards obtaining at least a four-year degree in the field(s) specified by the hiring area. Please upload a copy of your unofficial transcript(s) with your resume.Required Skills and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational abilities and a keen attention to detail. Analytical or critical thinking skills. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Good planning and multi-tasking skills. Proficient listening skills, coupled with the capability to adhere to instructions and pose inquiries, are essential for ensuring a productive internship.Required Software and Tools: Microsoft Office.We Prefer That You Have the Following: One year of general work history/experience. What We Can Do for You:We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage401K retirement savings plan with company matchLife insurancePaid time off (PTO)On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locationsNational discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more Logistics: This is a full-time position working in an office environment. Locations vary; most internship opportunities will take place on-site in Columbia, South Carolina. What To Expect Next: After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief interview or email communication with a recruiter to verify resume specifics and interests. Management will be conducting interviews with candidates who qualify, with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

2025 institutional Equity Automated Market Making Full Time Analyst at Morgan Stanley

Mon, 3 Feb 2025 02:21:11 +0000
Employer: Morgan Stanley Expires: 02/16/2025 Morgan Stanley’s Automated Market Making (“AMM”) Team is looking for an Options trader to join the US team.  The AMM Team consists of traders, quantitative strategists, software developers, hardware developers, infrastructure and networking specialists, and data architects all collaborating to build and expand a cutting-edge system that trades over 1,000,000 securities on 2,500 underliers across 15 options exchanges. The desk operates at the intersection of finance and technology, and many of the system designs and models used to drive the engine sit on the forefront of innovation. Roles and Responsibilities:Making trading decisions and managing risk across a large portfolio of equity, ETF, and index optionsSourcing and maintaining data inputs into the trading system, including a calendar of events and other catalysts that drive market volatilityCollaborating with others traders, strategists, and developers to develop new models and trading strategiesDelivering real-time feedback and ideas to other teammates that can take the group to the next levelConducting large-scale data analysis to analyze trading performance and to evaluate new opportunities in the marketQualifications/Skills/Requirements:You are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or 5-Year Master’s with a graduation date between December 2024 and June 2025Have a background in a technical aptitude: Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science or a related fieldHave an interest in finance and marketsCan perform and communicate sound, logical reasoning when solving a problemApproach tasks with meticulous attention to detailCan pick up a multitude of broad, integrated concepts quicklyCan both synthesize large, complex problems and be able to dive into detail when necessaryCan communicate research and findings with people with various backgrounds, skillsets, and expertiseDemonstrate a healthy curiosity and entrepreneurial spiritAre comfortable with large datasets and are able to understand, scrutinize, identify issues, and make sound conclusions on the dataAre familiar with coding languages (e.g. Python or Q) and research platforms (e.g. Jupyter).Expected base pay rate(s) for the role will be $110,000 – 115,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).

Account Executive at hear.com

Sat, 1 Feb 2025 00:08:43 +0000
Employer: hear.com Expires: 02/16/2025 Now hiring for our March 3rd class! 📢Do you think 9-5 jobs are boring? Do you want to enjoy your coworkers in a fun, start-up culture? Do you hate stuffy corporate work culture? Cool, us too. We're seeking enthusiastic Account Executives to join our team and help us transform the lives of our customers 🚀 What you’ll do on the daily Change lives! You know, superhero stuff 🦸 (not car sales-y stuff). You'll receive in-depth training from day one, giving you the knowledge needed to be successful (and earn commission!) from the start. Literally, what you're doing is selling hearing devices 🦻🏼 — simple as that. Connect with Customers: Handle a high volume of outbound calls 📞 to warm, pre-qualified leads (#nocoldcalling) with a goal of understanding each customer's unique needs and guiding them toward personalized hearing care solutions. (commission isn’t based on upselling!) Coordinate Appointments: Schedule appointments between customers and our network of partner providers. 👩🏼‍⚕️Support the Customer Journey: Guide customers through their 45-day trial period, ensuring complete satisfaction with their devices. What you’ll need So, you’re an ambitious go-getter with a winner’s mentality 🏅 — mediocrity isn’t in your DNA. But what else sets you apart from the rest? Great Empathy: A natural ability to understand and connect with customers.  If you’re in it for only yourself, this is not the role you want.  Our most successful consultants focus 100% on the customer and let best practices do the rest.  The more you care❤️, the more success you will have. Strong Sales Skills: Proven success in phone sales with an emphasis on empathy and solution-driven approaches.  Growth Mindset: Strong work ethic and desire to learn, adapt, and improve. You’re not intimidated by learning new systems/technology – we work with Salesforce, Twilio, along with Zoom, Outlook and Chrome.  Ability to Multitask: You’re organized and able to work within a team, and have strong leadership habits with the self-discipline to be autonomous.   Commitment to 90-day Training: We provide live, comprehensive training to set you up for success and commission offered from the start!  Reliable Network Connectivity: You must be able to hardwire to your home network 💻 and your download speed must be above 100Mbps and upload speed above 20Mbps. We’ll provide the necessary equipment (laptop, monitor, keyboard, mouse, ethernet cable, etc.). What we offer  So, you’re getting a cool company culture and changing lives, but we also know you need other important things, because #adulting… Here’s the deal:  Flexible & Hybrid, Full-Time Schedule: How would you like to work from home in your jammies on Sundays? And guess what? Sundays are one of our best days to reach our customers. GREAT for those who really want to have the highest chance of success! Receive a day off (Wed-Fri) and shift preference. Minimum of a half-shift on Sundays required. Company working hours 8AM-8PM. Competitive Compensation: Guaranteed base rate of $25.52 per hour plus uncapped commission. Average earnings in the first year are $70K; top performers earn $100K+💸 Benefits Package: Full medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid parental leave, open paid time off (PTO) policy 🏝️, and paid sick time and paid company holidays.Unique Culture: We are a close-knit team 🙌 that values ownership, collaboration, and solution-oriented thinking. Our goal and performance driven environment strengthens our bonds and drives our innovation and successful growth together.More fun stuff:Sales competitions: Win prizes and all expenses paid trips #competivespirit ✈️Company sponsored clubs, hangouts, events, and so much more 🥳   Who is hear.com? We are the fastest-growing hearing care company globally 🚀 Since 2012, we've redefined hearing care with our unique digital business model. 💻 We're proud to be a profitable global health-technology leader with a mission to help everyone hear well to live well. With over 1,100 team members in 7 international locations, we've transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of customers. We're shaping the future of hearing care 🦻🏼, and every day our team helps customers improve their quality of life through better hearing. Join us in creating a world where everyone can "Hear Well to Live Well." 🌎  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. "Employment with hear.com is at-will, meaning that either you or the company may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause, as permitted by law.

Sponsorship and Marketing Intern at Little League Baseball, Inc.

Thu, 6 Feb 2025 16:12:24 +0000
Employer: Little League Baseball, Inc. - Human Resources Expires: 02/16/2025 Little League® International of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is seeking qualified rising juniors or seniors to join the Marketing team to assist with the development and implementation of strategy around the Little League World Series at the Little League International Headquarters. The internship will run from approximately mid-May through August and is subject to availability as candidates must be available to work during the 2025 Little League Baseball® World Series in August. The hours typically follow normal business hours, Monday – Friday, and earns $15 per hour for up to 35 hours per week.  Acceptance into the internship is contingent on all applicable background checks. The preferred fields of study include Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Business Management, Public Relations, or related fields.  ABOUT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONALLocated in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania, we are the administrative and operational headquarters for Little League Baseball and Softball, the leading nonprofit youth sports organization with 80+ years of history supporting youth baseball and softball. Little League is played in approximately 6,500 communities across more than 80 countries around the world. We believe in the power of youth baseball and softball to teach life lessons that build stronger individuals and communities.A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPONSORSHIP AND MARKETING INTERN AT LITTLE LEAGUE INTERNATIONALOur internship program provides a hands-on learning experience with one of the world’s most visible sporting events. It provides the opportunity to work with major brands in the sports marketing industry, including adidas, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Major League Baseball, T-Mobile and others. The Sponsorship and Marketing Intern will work with the Marketing Team to assist with day-to-day client relationship management of Little League national partners, implementation of brand strategies, asset fulfillment, and event support for on-site and digital media initiatives during the Little League Baseball and Softball World Series. This position will also help to plan and manage logistics for sponsorship commitments at each of Little League’s Regional Tournaments and Divisional World Series events. This position may include working with the Licensing and Merchandising departments.DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Providing hands-on event management support during the months of June through AugustManagement and tracking of sponsor deliverablesExecute social and digital initiatives while evaluating performance against benchmarks and providing recap metricsAssisting with the preparation of sponsor and marketing-related materials for Regional and Divisional tournamentsProvide oversight and assistance in executing national partner programming from local league levels up through the Little League World Series International TournamentOther marketing, licensing, and merchandising duties added as needed QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SPONSORSHIP AND MARKETING INTERN: Undergraduate juniors or seniors majoring in preferred fields of study including Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Business Management, Public Relations, or related fields.Ability to lead projects and work independently, while also possessing excellent teamwork skillsCustomer service skills – complete all tasks effectively while engaging with other staff, fans, and clients in a respectful mannerExcellent organizational skills to meet deadlines and reach department objectivesA positive attitudeFamiliarity with baseball/softball (basic rules/gameplay, game situations, noteworthy happenings, etc.)Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, etc.). Knowledge of Adobe Suite is a plusAvailability from late May to the end of August. Candidates must be available for the entirety of August, including some evening and weekend work during the Little League World Series. Please be prepared to share your approximate return to school date if selected for an interview.  DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE STARTS HERE – ALL ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! We are dedicated to providing a diverse, accepting, and supportive work environment that holds all employees to the highest standards of conduct, integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and engagement. We strive to transform our organization into a place where employees work, thrive, and grow while supporting our collective and individual successes.  Little League International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome underrepresented minorities to apply! 

Executive and Board Coordinator at Michigan League of Conservation Voters

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:53:04 +0000
Employer: Michigan League of Conservation Voters Expires: 02/16/2025 The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (LCV) — one of Michigan’s largest, most impactful political advocacy organizations working to clean up our water and air, address climate change, and protect access to voting — is seeking a full-time Executive & Board Coordinator to ensure the Executive Director, leadership team,  Michigan LCV Board, Michigan LCV Education Fund Board, and Board Committees are able to best meet the strategic goals of the organization. The ideal candidate will be someone who is highly organized with strong attention to detail. They will be a clear, confident, and proactive communicator, a skilled manager of competing priorities, and a methodical planner who likes logistics and moving work across the finish line. This position, alongside a team of tenacious colleagues, will advocate for strong environmental protections, and build and amplify the voices of communities of color and other key constituencies who are disproportionately impacted by environmental issues. About the Michigan League of Conservation VotersThe Michigan League of Conservation Voters is a statewide political organization whose mission is to elect pro-conservation candidates to office and to hold all decision makers accountable for protecting Michigan’s drinking water, attacking climate change, and expanding access to the ballot. We work closely with elected officials, business leaders, partner organizations, and advocates from across the state, and we have built a reputation as the leading, non-partisan political voice for Michigan’s land, air, and water. Michigan LCV is an equal opportunity employer. We assure equal treatment in hiring selection, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and other personnel practices and terms or conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, height, weight, marital status, genetic testing status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender status, or any other protected class established by all applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Job Responsibilities The Executive & Board Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and is ideally based in Southeast Michigan. They are primarily responsible for the following: Planning, coordinating, and protecting the Executive Director’s schedule to ensure it is followed and respected, and creating win-win situations for direct access to the Executive Director’s time and energy.Communicating directly and on behalf of the Executive Director with board members, donors, staff, and others to keep them informed and engaged in opportunities to further Michigan LCV’s goals. Taking a hands-on approach to bring deliverables across the finish line, including drafting personal correspondence, acknowledgement letters, and other tasks that improve the Executive Director’s ability to effectively lead the organization.Supporting the other members of the leadership team with administrative tasks..Managing administrative tasks including scheduling, email correspondence, travel arrangements, and preparation for meetings, events, and speaking engagements. Planning successful board events and functions—including orientation, quarterly meetings, committee meetings, and annual retreats—managing the creation of the board and committee packets, ensuring that due dates are met and near final drafts of materials are presented on time for final review and approval.Serving as board members’ resource for connecting with staff, finding answers to questions or submitting feedback and recommendations.Learning and adhering to applicable rules and regulations set in bylaws regarding board and board committee matters. Managing all critical board-related documentation, including rosters, meeting minutes, and schedules.Reliable access to the internet, a phone to use for work purposes, and transportation for travel across the state as well as the ability to participate in campaign activities, either phone banking or canvassing. Cultural competence:Demonstrated awareness of one’s own cultural identity and the ability to learn and build on varying community normsAbility to make authentic relationships across differenceUnderstanding of how environmental and voting rights issues intersect with racism, economic and social inequality in the U.S.Commitment to equity and inclusion as organizational practice and culture QualificationsWe are seeking candidates who can efficiently stay on top of a wide range of work with competing deadlines, have a respect for polished work and fine-tuned details, and are positive forces in the face of shifts and changes. You should have: A minimum of 3 years serving as an Executive Assistant or similar roleA self-starter and problem-solver approach to work: A track record of jumping into project planning and execution with minimal direction, consistently overcoming challenges and leveraging resources to creatively solve problems, proposing solutions to issues without much guidance, proactively asking for help, anticipating problems, and course-correcting where neededExcellent attention to detail: A track record of noticing and fixing errors that others might overlook, acknowledging mistakes and turning them into learning opportunities, and leaving things better than you found themAbility to manage a high volume of work with efficiency: Experience in keeping tasks from slipping through the cracks, juggling competing demands and prioritizing without sacrificing quality, planning backwards to make deadlines, asking for help when needed, and managing upwards and sideways, especially in a project management settingExperience managing up and sideways in a respectful, positive, and efficient mannerAn aptitude for thinking three (or 30) steps ahead to ensure things run smoothly, and proactively communicating needs, challenges, and opportunitiesProven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and responseLiving the mission: Hold a personal and professional commitment to social and political change and believe that personal growth is essential to that change; approach work with honesty, integrity, compassion, kindness, and humility; actively listen; and have the emotional elasticity to resolve conflict, take accountability, and act with the organization’s best interests at heartReliable access to transportation for travel across the state and a cell phone to use for work purposes as well as the ability to participate in campaign activities, either phone banking or canvassing Compensation & BenefitsThe starting salary for this position ranges from $51,000 - $59,000 depending on experience. Michigan LCV offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, long-term and short-term disability coverage, life insurance coverage, a retirement savings program, reimbursements for business-related travel, a generous paid time off policy, and a team of smart, funny, and kind colleagues working together to deliver on a mission that matters.  How to ApplyClick here to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you need accommodation or assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by emailing [email protected] or by calling us at (734) 222-9650. 

Personnel Research Psychologist II at United States Postal Service

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:22:48 +0000
Employer: United States Postal Service Expires: 02/16/2025 1. Leads small to medium scope selection and assessment development and validation projects. Develops, validates, and maintains selection and other assessment systems, tools, processes, and procedures including for employment and training purposes. Conducts content analysis and needs assessments to identify examination and assessment requirements and to ensure validity, reliability, and defensibility of the selection and learning instruments.2. Leads meetings with stakeholders to discuss selection and assessment system, tools, and/or process needs. Develops project plans to include determining resource needs, timelines, and budget requirements. Identifies job, training, and/or development requirements using psychometric principles and methods to develop valid examinations and assessments measuring applicant and employee knowledge, skills, and abilities.3. Develops, validates, and deploys selection and evaluation tools and systems of larger scope, impact, content, and complexity. Ensures development and validation methods, processes, and procedures used align with professional standards, legal guidelines, and internal requirements. Applies testing theories such as item response theory and classical test theory to develop, analyze, and calibrate reliable, valid, predictive, and legally defensible assessment systems, tools, and processes.4. Compiles and analyzes data to investigate the psychometrics properties of assessments and related tools, and to gain insights into the characteristics elements of the sample being measured. Conducts technical and complex data analyses (e.g., Factor Analysis, MANOVA/MANCOVA, Multiple Regression) to develop, support, and improve selection, assessment and related tools using statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R).5. Serves as a technical resource (liaison) to the function and organization on selection and assessment-related topics. Consults with internal stakeholders to identify, address, or resolve problems with selection/evaluation systems. Collaborates with team members to implement personnel selection evaluation systems.6. Researches current trends and changes in professional standards regarding selection and evaluation methodologies; develops recommendations to advance selection/evaluation programs and procedures.7. Develops and presents technical reports and presentations summarizing results of projects (e.g., job analyses, validation studies, competency models) to technical and non-technical audiences.