When the economy gets tight, job seekers tend to get anxious and jump at the first thing that comes
along.  When the economy is hot, people also tend to jump at what looks good without analyzing all
possibilities.  It is just easier to take what is offered when it is offered.   

Patience is very important as you decide who you will allow to employ you in your first job after
graduation. Time is precious. You don’t want to waste your time or your talents working in a job
that takes you nowhere.  Find a job that allows you to thrive.  It is much more difficult to untangle
yourself later when you find you are in the wrong place.

The most important thing you can do in analyzing a potential job and employer is to focus on what you
will learn.  You want to find a company where you will get excellent training and an opportunity to
continue your education.  The training you receive in the first years after graduation sets the tone for
your career growth and development, and throughout your life.  Check out the web sites of companies you
are considering, and see if there is any information on their training programs. When you are
interviewing for a position, ask about the training program and the company’s policy on support for
continuing education.  You want to know that you will have the opportunity to continuously update your
knowledge and skills.  An engineer or computer scientist who becomes obsolete is about as useful as
Windows 3.0. 

Second, make sure that the job is going to push the limits of your expertise.  You want an opportunity to
stretch yourself and to be challenged.  An engineer who is not challenged quickly becomes bored. Seek a
company that is at the cutting edge of its industry.  Companies that are growing and expanding are
usually doing so because they are industry leaders.

You will also want to find a manager who will empower you, not micro-manage you.  Having a boss who
mentors you and helps you adapt to your new job and new work environment is absolutely critical.  I  had
an alum stop by my office who had been laid off from his first job after just 9 months.  He felt
absolutely devastated.  After a bit of probing, he told me that he had received no training, and that the
manager for his project had changed three times in five months... definitely a recipe for failure... He
felt that it was his fault, but in fact, the company had failed him.

The reality of the job market is that it takes about three to six months of full time looking (40 hours
per week) to find a good job. Invest in yourself; take the time to do it right.  Find the job that gives
you what you need to thrive.  Take the time to research the companies in which you are interested.  Make
contacts and explore your options so that you can make a good decision.  Be patient and do your homework.
 It will definitely pay off!

CSUS, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Career Services Office
January 2007 CAREER EVENTS
GET YOUR CAREER LIFE TOGETHER!!! 


January 2007 ECS CAREER WORKSHOPS and EVENTS:

Career Planning & Job Search Strategy * Monday, January 8 * 1:00-4:00 *	RVR 1006
Critical first step: Identify strengths, interests, job options, identify career goals & develop long
term career plans! You will develop a list of target companies and a strategy for getting the right job
for you in spite of the tight economy! The new Career Planning Manual will be used at this workshop. It
is available through the CSUS bookstore.	

Interview Techniques/Salary Negotiation/Resumes & Portfolios * Tues., Jan 9 * 1:00-4:00 * RVR
1006
Find out what you can expect in a technical interview and how to prepare for the most intense interviews.
Learn how to Negotiate Salaries effectively! Write the best ever resume to get the job you want! Find out
why the CSUS technical grads compete so well with candidates from competitor schools! The new Career
Planning Manual will be used at this workshop. It will is available through the CSUS
bookstore.	

Internship/Summer/Student Job Seeking * Wednesday, January 10 * 1:00-4:00 * RVR 1006
Start now to get the best job and begin your career on the right foot. Internships and student jobs forge
relationships that could lead to long-term career opportunities... This is the best way to secure a
career job before graduation!!!


Immigration Attorney – Thi Do * January 11 * 1:30- 2:30 * RVR 1006
Foreign students transitioning from school to work will learn about the current immigration policy and
the process for sponsorship.

ESL Communication Improvement for Interview’s – Linda Oldenburg, (CSUS) Maryjane Rees Language,
Speech and Hearing Center * January 16 * 1:30 – 2:30 * RVR 1006
ESL students wishing to improve their performance in interview and employment situations, will learn how
to solve communication problems.

One hour, one day per week, to figure out what you want to do with the rest of your life.  This is one of
the best classes you can take.  You need this classs!!!  It will get you ready for the spring hiring
season!

Work on your career plan this spring and get the job that is best for you! Be ready to meet employers at
the Spring Career Day- We now have career planning classes listed in all majors with multiple
sections!!!

CE/EEE/ME194 (1 unit): Career Planning in Engineering and Engineering Technology
Topics covered include:
 	identification of skills & interests
	job search strategies	
	goal setting & time management
	interview techniques
	resume writing & portfolio development
	salary negotiating
	keeping your career moving forward
 

CSC 192 (1 unit): Career Planning for Computer Science Professionals
Topics covered include: 
part 1	identification of skills & interests
	job search strategies
	goal setting & time management
	interview techniques
	resume writing & portfolio construction
	salary negotiating

part 2	guest speakers from industry

The Associate Programmer Analyst exam is open! State of California is
hiring!!

https://forms.spb.ca.gov/pgrsched/?CFID=1280452&CFTOKEN=81398975

Hurry, hurry! Only 59 slots are alloted for these exams. Once they are filled they will close the exam
down. Great opportunity to get hired as a programmer for the State of California!!  


Sally Bennett
FTB IT Recruitment Coordinator  
(916)845-3823  

Happy New Year 2007 from the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) IT Recruitment!!
We are still hiring!! Have you taken an exam to get on a hiring list, yet?
FTB is still hiring from the Associate Programmer Analyst statewide exam.     
http://jobs.spb.ca.gov/openxrd.cfm?exc=5PB56

State Personnel Board (SPB) administers this exam for all of the state agencies. They usually open it
once or twice a month until 59 people sign up and then they close it. Hence, you must monitor.  Once you
take the exam, and you are reachable (ranks 1,2, or 3), you can put your application in for the vacant
Assoc. PA positions out on the job boards. 

FTB’s site is:  http://www.ftb.ca.gov/human_resources/jobs/jobopenings.html or
http://www.spb.ca.gov/Employment/wvpos_index.htm
FTB’s  open IT exam is the Programmer II.  Please monitor:
http://www.ftb.ca.gov/human_resources/jobs/bulletins.html or
http://www.spb.ca.gov/Employment/exam_bulletins.htm

If you have noticed, many other state agencies are starting to give open IT exams. Please do not miss
these opportunities. DHS, DMV and Corrections had the System Software Specialist II and III exam open
just recently. 

Dept. of Technology Services is planning to give it in January 07. EDD and DHS are currently offering the
Data Processing Manager I and Data Processing Manager II open exams for Sacramento and Richmond areas.

http://www.dhs.ca.gov/JOBS/PDF/DPMIW-OVETS-FINAL.PDF
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/JOBS/PDF/DPMIIW-OVETS-FINAL.PDF

The Leg. Counsel/Leg. Data Center has their own IT classifications
open:
http://www.spb.ca.gov/EMPLOYMENT/LCB.HTM
And, there is more to come. The statewide Asst. and Assoc. ISA open exams are being worked on by SPB.

Notice we are still hiring student assistants and seasonal clerks. No exam. Just fill out an state
application form 678 if you meet the qualifications.
https://forms.spb.ca.gov/Employment/index.cfm  and mail it to:
Attn: Thabiti Yahya
Franchise Tax Board
PO BX 550
Sacramento, CA  95812

We are also hiring Key Data Operators. If you meet the minimum qualifications, come take the
exam:
http://www.spb.ca.gov/employment/KDO.htm?CFID=1280452&CFTOKEN=81398975
Please give me a call if you are reachable or need assistance. (916)845-3823
Don’t wait. These are great opportunities.  Please monitor the web site www.spb.ca.gov or
www.ftb.ca.gov for upcoming opportunities 

Sally Bennett
FTB IT Recruitment Coordinator  
(916)845-3823  

DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES:OFFICE OF Procurement is hiring a Student Assistant (POSITION NUMBER:
306-504-4870-932) in WEST SACRAMENTO
MONTHLY SALARY - $ 1410 TO $ 1877

If interested, please submit a completed employment application, STD. 678, and résumé to the above
address. (STD. 678 available at spb.ca.gov)

FILE BY: 01/19/07

SEND APPLICATION TO:
Department of General Services
Procurement Division
707 3rd Street, 2nd Floor, Room 2-230
West Sacramento, CA 95605
Attn:  Terry Muñoz – RPA# 7670	REPORTING LOCATION OF POSITION
707 3rd Street, 2nd Floor, West Sacramento
PHONE NUMBER (916)  375-4516

SELECTION CRITERIA - -
If interested, please submit a completed employment application, STD. 678, and résumé to the above
address. 
•	Proof of application for, or enrollment as a student in, an appropriate college or university program
is required.
•	Applications will be evaluated based on eligibility and desirable qualifications and interviews may
be scheduled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the close supervision of the Supervising Senior Procurement Engineer, the incumbent assists and
supports the planning, developing, and implementing the statewide Environmental Preferable Purchasing
(EPP) Program. 

In order to implement the EPP Program statewide per Assembly Bill 498 the Student Assistant in a learning
capacity will assist the EPP procurement engineer, using a personal computer and related software, the
Internet, and various office and telecommunication equipment by performing the following duties;
• Provides assistance in research, data collection, and support for the procurement of goods that have
a reduced effect on human health and the environment as compared to competing goods serving the same
purpose.
• Works with environmental agencies, for profit and non-profit organizations, and manufacturers to
integrate environmental friendly products into State purchasing operations.
• Assists, maintain interactions, data collection and input from State Environmental Protection Agency
entities such as Air Resources Board, California Energy Commission, California Integrated Waste
Management Board, etc. to ensure AB 498 compliance.
• Assists in the performance and function of the EPP Task Force activities and how they relate to the
Procurement Division for the proper implementation of the EPP Program.
• Provides assistance and support for formation and collection of data into database and spreadsheet
applications for accurate tracking and creation of reports on the EPP Program’s progress.
• Provides assistance to conduct product research including survey and analysis to ensure proper
implementation of the EPP Program standards.
• Provides assistance in standards development and the development of procurement technical standards
to meet the specifications of the EPP Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS continued
In order for the successful procurement of goods and to keep current in the EPP field and emerging
technologies; coordinates, schedules, and notifies participants of meetings and workshops; records notes
and minutes for meetings, workshops, and conferences with customers, suppliers, and colleagues using
education, general office and telecommunication equipment.

In order to implement EPP requirements in mainstream purchasing operations; assists in developing a
contract tracking list for the implementation of EPP input and requirements in statewide contracts. 
Collects input from EPP task force members and their representatives relating to State technical
specifications.  Arranges meetings and coordinate discussion documentation for specification changes. 
Assist in the information exchange and collection with other governmental entities; using a personal
computer and related software and general office equipment.
 
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
In order to promote Environmentally Preferable Products, assists in the cooperation/coordination with
other agencies and organizations as appropriate, provide support progress toward the goals of the
Governor’s Green Action Team using good communication skills and interpersonal working relationship.


KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Ability to: Reason logically, write effectively, analyze situations accurately, and adopt an effective
course of action; establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the work.
  
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to write comprehensively
Clarity of thought, and completed staff work
Proficiency with personal computer and MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint software programs
Ability to effectively handle stress and deadlines

Looking for an Internship? 

Summer Technical Recruiting Internship Program (TRIP) - There is no military commitment for this
internship! You will get exposure to the most interesting technologies in the world!

The Air Force is currently looking for Engineering students for internship opportunities at Air Force
Research Laboratories (AFRLs) during the summer of their Sophomore or Junior year of 
college.  Earn a great salary ($4,500 for 10 wks), paid lodging,transportation, and meals. 
Internship Locations 
•Edwards AFB (Los Angeles, CA) 
•Eglin AFB (Ft Walton Beach, FL) 
•Hanscom AFB (Boston, MA) 
•Kirkland AFB (Albuquerque, NM) 
•Tyndall AFB (Panama City, FL) 
•Wright-Patterson AFB (Dayton, OH) 

Engineering Fields of Interest 
•Computer Engineering 
•Electrical Engineering 
•Environmental Engineering (Civil Engineering w/Environmental Specialization)

CSUS Cantact:
LUBIN D. DUQUE, Capt, USAF
Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies
Det 088, California State University-Sacramento
6000 J St., PSB  Rm 206
Sacramento, CA 95819-6094
Voice:  916-278-7315

Kimley-Horn and Associates is hiring for internship positions in a variety of civil engineering and land
development. 

Who’s eligible? 
• All civil engineering, landscape architecture, and land planning majors who will graduate with a
bachelor’s 
  or master’s degree before June 2008 
What’s the application deadline? 
• Applications will be accepted until February 16, 2007. 
How many will be selected? 
• Approximately 20 in land use and over 100 total interns in multiple disciplines in 2007.  
 
• Internship offers will be made by March 16, 2007.  

• Apply on-line at www.kimley-horn.com>Careers>College and Grad Students>Special Opportunities by 
 February 16, 2007.

The College of Engineering and Computer Science Is Desperate for Your Data

Please report any offers that you have received to ECS Career Services Web site:

 http://www.ecs.csus.edu  - click on the graduation cap 

If you have graduated in the past few years or if you are graduating this semester we need your data. 


The information you share is used for ABET reports and to help me identify trends in employment and
salaries.

I keep your info confidential.  I only report the data!  I use your contact data to confirm and to keep
in touch with you.

Employers are hiring from the resumes posted on our web site at http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career.  If you
have not already posted your resume on the ECS Career Services Office Web Site, now is the time!!!  Just
click on the Post Your Resume button!

Cool new feature!!!  Employers are able to search your resume now with key words!

I also send resumes out to companies so send me a soft copy in MS Word.  cici@csus.edu