Demand for engineering graduates continues to be strong according to the National Association of Colleges and Employers latest salary and hiring survey based on data collected over the past 3 months. “Thanks to relatively low supply, engineering graduates generally are in demand regardless of the economy.” “Although most of the engineering disciplines posted increases, they were much more modest than those they earned just a year ago, despite the demand.”

It should be noted that the report includes a very small portion of the data of the total offers that will be included in the survey for the entire 2008-2009 survey.

The top paid degrees continue to be in the engineering and computer science areas. All 5 of the majors we offer here are in the top ten. The top ten degrees included: Chem E, ME, CS, EEE, CM, CE, Finance, Logistics/Materials Management, Accounting, and Nursing.

Career Day 2009 on Friday, March 6th is showing strong demand for technical majors- When I surveyed the organizations on what is fueling their hiring - here is what they reported (they could cite more than one reason):

56 New contracts/Projects/Business
31 Expanding areas of business
20 New government regulations
22 New government spending
16 Population growth
17 Upcoming Retirements
31 Growing demand for infrastructure
3 Growing demand for housing
4 Expanding need for land development
8 Expanding into international market
10 Defense Spending
23 New Technology

This is the break down on which majors are in the highest demand (some organizations hire multiple majors):

55 Civil Engineering majors
39 Construction Management majors
23 Computer Engineering majors
21 Computer Science majors
35 Engineering-Electrical & Electronic majors
38 Mechanical Engineer majors
14 Mechanical Engineer Tech. majors

The list of companies attending Career Day 2009 www.ecs.csus.edu/career

Nationwide the salary results (Jan 2008 to Jan 2009) for technical major BS degrees are:

Average salary for computer science (CS) new grads: + .1% to $58.419
Average salary offers to civil engineering (CE) new grads: +2.7% to $50,785
Average salary offers to electrical engineering (EEE) new grads: + 1.6% to $57,404
Average salary offers to computer engineering (CpE) new grads: +8.7% to $59,803
Average salary offers to mechanical engineering (ME/MET): + 3.9% to $58,648
Average salary offers to construction management (CM): %NA $52,837

Salaries for CSUS graduates tend to run closer to the 90% as shown on the chart below due to the fact that Sacramento is in the high cost of living area of Northern California and students frequently graduate with major project experience and work experience.

Bachelor’s Degrees:

	High 90%	Average	Low 25%
CE	$57,000	$50,785	$47,000
CM	$60,000	$52,837	$50,000
CpE	$70,000	$59,803	$52,160
CS	$68,000	$58,419	$52,000
EEE	$67,712	$56,512	$52,046
ME	$68,000	$58,648	$54,000

Master’s Degrees:

	High 90%	Average	Low 25%
CE	*	$47,640	*
CpE	*	$84,000	*
CS	*	$70,625	*
EEE	*	$69,389	*
ME	*	$61,723	*

* no offers were reported for statistical analysis

Career Day Includes both a job fair and seminars where you will get critical info on company hiring!!!
JOB FAIR: 8 am to 3 pm in the University Union Ballroom 73 ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE EMPLOYERS FROM BUSINESS, INDUSTRY, AND GOVERNMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE WITH COMPANY INFORMATION, CAREER POSITIONS, AND STUDENT POSITIONS TOO!
(list at www.ecs.csus.edu/career)

Companies can now sign up for Career Day 2009 at http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/.
We opened sign ups in November and the response has been very strong considering the economy. This is the biggest hiring event for technical professionals in Northern California. Students and alumni turn out in droves to connect with potential employers. It is our single most productive hiring day. PUT MARCH 6TH ON YOUR CALENDAR!!!

We now have 73 companies signed up to attend the CSUS College of Engineering Career Day 2009 which will be held on Friday, March 6th. This is amazing! We are seeing steady demand for our majors in spite of the economy. Companies are surveyed about their hiring plans in conjunction with the sign up. The 73 organizations now signed up report having a total of 4307 openings! Here is the breakdown by majors:

49 will be hiring Civil Engineering majors
36 will be hiring Construction Management majors
19 will be hiring Computer Engineering majors
21 report hiring needs for Computer Science majors
32 report hiring needs for Engineering-Electrical & Electronic majors
34 will be hiring Mechanical Engineer majors
12 report hiring needs for Mechanical Engineer Tech. majors

Need Your Help on Career Day 2009

Career Day 2009 is coming up fast. The event is on March 6th. I can get us to the day of the event but I desperately need the help of about 50 students and alumni the day of the event to make it happen.

I am asking you to sign-up at www.ecs.csus.edu/career/help for a job that will take you only one hour.

Cici Mattiuzzi
Director of Career Services
College of Engineering and Computer Science
cici@csus.edu
278-7091

Sign-up to help at: www.ecs.csus.edu/career/help

Do’s and Don’t for Career Day- What employers really think...

DO’S:

1. RESEARCH THE COMPANY BEFORE YOU ATTEND A JOB FAIR "People who impressed me were the ones who checked out the website and read up on the company and knew about the positions we had."
2. FOLLOW UP WITH COMPANIES THAT INTEREST YOU! " I am most impressed and most likely to schedule interviews with students who send a thank you note with a copy of their resume after a job fair. It shows that they take initiative and that they are really interested in my company.... "

DON’T’S:

1. DON’T ANSWER A CELL PHONE WHEN YOU HAVE THE RECRUITER’S OR INTERVIEWER’S ATTENTION! TURN OFF YOUR CELL PHONE BEFORE YOU ENTER THE EVENT! "A student’s cell phone rang at the job fair and he had to attend to his message, while being interviewed by a manager."
2. DON’T WALK IN TO A JOB FAIR UNPREPARED! "I was shocked that some people arrived unprepared at Career Day not knowing anything about the company."
3. DON’T TELL THE INTERVIEWER THE JOB SOUNDS BORING... "I had one student who said that the type of work I do can get boring at times. Okay, he’d rather do something else. Well, he’s a CompSci major, so guess what? He’ll be doing my job because he’s an application developer..."

Career Day is March 6th! Is your resume ready?

Tau Beta Pi is sponsoring a resume review today.

Part 2: Obtaining a Job and Resume Review with Dr. Dan Noren

Thursday 2/26 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Mendocino Hall Room 3011
The first hour will be tips, advice, and general insight into the process of obtaining a job, including the search, first contact, interviewing, and offer negotiation. The second hour will be peer review and feedback of your resume.

PLEASE NOTE: Bring your resume. This workshop is about fine tuning the resume you have, not starting one from scratch.

Pizza and refreshments will be provided by Tau Beta Pi. Students and alumni are Welcome.

Hi Cici,

The Student chapters of EWB & ASCE are working with the professional chapter of EWB to provide a Career Developement Workshop (CDW) this Saturday from 9:00AM - 2:30PM. This workshop will help prepare students for the upcoming ECS Career Fair on March 6th. 10-15 professionals will be available to provide information for begineers to seasoned job hunters covering topics of Resume prep, what to expect at the career fair, Resume review and mock interviews. Attached is an agenda. In addition to this, there will be free bagels and Starbuck’s coffee in the morning and pizza in the afternoon; All free of charge. We were hoping you could send out an email to the students informing them of this great opportunity. Your help is greatly appreciated. If you could also encourage faculty to let their students know, this would be appreciated too. The EWB and ASCE student chapters have and will be sending out emails to its members but additional announcements/support are appreciated.

Thanks,

Joshua Wagner, EIT
Student Chapter President
2009 ASCE of Sacramento State
www.SacStateASCE.org

Introduction:

Introduction to Career Seeking for Engineering Students
Leader: Mars
Team: David

Mars (15 min), interactive exercise with audience (5 min), David (10 min)

Topics to include: internet resources for job searching, cover letter preparation, salary negotiation, career fair etiquette, resume writing techniques, interviewing techniques, typical interview questions, questions to ask while being interviewed, pitfalls in interviewing, public vs private sector job searching, recruiters and search firms, career development, and traits of successful job seekers

Breakout Sessions:
Divide into three breakout groups by education level, rotate groups through each session

Interviewing
Leaders: Martin, Andy, Mars

Presentation on interviewing skills possibly with interactive practice

Topics covered: Phone interviews, lunch interviews, eye contact/communication/body language, appropriate apparel, asking questions during the interview, follow-up after the interview, presenting your experience clearly and concisely. Handouts: Overview of interviewing skills; Sample interview questions; Questions you can ask the interviewer

Resume and Cover Letter Writing (5 professionals)
Leaders: Laura, Preston, Taylore

Overview of resume & cover letter writing, helpful tips, followed by group resume review of resumes provided by students (have backup sample resumes in case no one volunteers)

Handouts: Overview of resume & cover letter writing with helpful tips; sample resume; sample cover letter

Networking Session
Leader: Lily
Team: Dave

Introduction to networking skills and opportunities

Q&A Panel:

Question & Answer Panel (5 professionals, 1 moderator)
Panelists: Mars, Bill, Lily
Moderator: Dave

7 Scheduled Interviews Spring 2009
Date	Time	Rooms	Company	Position Title(s)	Majors	Location	Visit Status
02-27-2009	8:00 - 12:00	1	The Engineers Connection	Mock Interview	CE CM CS CpE EEE ME MET	Riverside Hall
03-09-2009	8:00 - 5:00	2	Kiewit Pacific Co.	Entry Level Engineer	CE CM ME	Riverside Hall
03-12-2009	9:00 - 4:00	1	Kimley-Horn and Associates	Analyst - Civil Engineer	CE	Riverside Hall	CANCELLED
03-12-2009	8:00 - 5:00	1	San Diego Gas & Electric	Associate Engineer (Electrical or Computer Engineer)	CpE EEE	Riverside Hall
03-18-2009	9:00 - 4:00	1	AJA Video Systems	Hardware Engineer	EEE	Riverside Hall
03-18-2009	9:00 - 4:30	1	OC Jones & Sons, Inc.	Internship Estimating Assistant Project Engineer	CE CM	Riverside Hall
03-20-2009	9:00 - 5:30	2	Pacific Gas and Electric Company	Engineering Rotation Program Engineering Rotation Program	CE CM EEE ME	Riverside Hall

Dear Students,
 
Don’t miss out on practicing those tough interview questions with employers. The Career Center is launching a new program titled “Speed Interviewing,” to assist students in getting that great practice. All majors are welcome. Here is how it works… students will be given the opportunity to interface with employers for a 10 minute interview session, then jump to another table for another experience with a different recruiter. It is fast and very effective. Harlan Coomes from SMUD – Engineering Manager, says, “I use this method with internal and external hires, tell your students it really works.”
No sign-ups necessary!

Event:  Speed Interviewing………….
Date:  Wednesday, March 4th
Time:  noon – 3:00pm
Location:   University Union, Ballroom
Majors:  All Majors
Recruiters: SMUD; FBI; Vision Service Plan (VSP); Travelers Insurance; Blue Shield of California; Business Journal; Southern Wine & Spirits; Reznick CPA; Enterprise, Farmers Insurance and Fastenal
 
Thank you,
 
Eva Gabbe
The Career Center

March 2nd is the next application deadline to study abroad as a Sac State student. If you want to study abroad through a Sac State program beginning in the fall 2009 semester, you must meet this application deadline. It is also the application deadline to study during the spring 2010 semester in Australia, England, and Japan.

Come to the Office of Global Education to find out more and get started on the application. The Office is located in Lassen Hall 2304 or you can call 278-6686. Website is http://www.csus.edu/oge.

Position Type: Contract Academic

Department: Industrial Technology

Salary Range: $47,164 to $76,074 per year

Application Deadline: 03-02-2009

Job Duties:
The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in all phases of welding and related areas. Example of courses include: Oxy-Acetylene Welding, Cutting, Brazing, Soldering, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, Plasma Arc Cutting, Carbon Arc Cutting, Blueprint Reading and Interpretation, Pipe Layout, Pipe fitting, and Metal Fabrication. The assignment will be made based on the successful candidate’s experience, background and institutional need. This assignment may include teaching at other campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning and using multiple teaching methodologies. Other duties include: participation in student recruitment and articulation of transfer programs for the welding program within the Industrial Technology department; maintaining subject matter currency; developing and revising curriculum; using computer and multimedia technology; collegial participation in departmental, college and discipline-specific professional activities.

Benefits:
Medical, dental and employee assistance plans are provided for the employee and dependents. The District also provides life insurance plans for the employee, as well as an 8.25% contribution to the State Teacher’s Retirement plan. Additional types of insurance may be purchased with pre-tax dollars through an IRS 125 flexible benefit program.

Minimum Qualification:
Any Bachelor’s degree AND two years of occupational and/or professional experience directly related to the assignment being taught;

OR - Any Associate’s degree AND six years of occupational and/or professional experience directly related to the assignment being taught;

OR - Possession of a valid credential which authorizes full-time teaching of Welding at the California Community College level;

OR - The equivalent. To be considered for equivalency, the candidate must submit collegiate transcripts and a complete description of work experience. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications must request and submit an APPLICATION FOR EQUIVALENCE form. Supporting documents must be included with the completed form.

(NOTE: Courses in the use of computer programs for application to a particular discipline may be classified, for minimum qualifications purposes, under the discipline of the application.)

AND - A demonstrated sensitivity to students with diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities.

Note: Degrees and credits generally must be from accredited institutions (Title V Section 53406).  

Knowledge and Abilities:
Commitment to student learning. A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology or closely related field. Certified Welding Inspector through the American Welding Society. Knowledge of welding symbols and the ability to read blueprints. Knowledge of metallurgy and an understanding of welding codes. Awareness of the Bakersfield College mission, vision, and values. Sensitivity to students with a wide range of skills, motivations, and academic or vocational goals. Ability to communication effectively, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of computers and willingness to experiment using multimedia instructional materials. Commitment to working effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes teaching, learning and service students.

Requested Start Date: 08-24-2009

How To Apply:
Apply online via website:
https://careers.kccd.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1235427185562

Special Instructions to Applicants
Completed application packet must include:

• Completed Faculty - Application for Academic Employment form
• Current resume
• Signed letter of interest
• Statement of personal philosophy of teaching
• Copies of legible transcripts
• List of six (6) professional references
• Copy of sample syllabi

Operations Internship

Department: Operations

Status: Unpaid

Job Duties:
If you are interested in some real behind-the-scenes experience in radio, then the operations internship may be just what you are looking for. The operations intern will learn the basics of radio operations, program acquisition, audio editing, continuity production, planning and promotion. Daily work activities include producing, editing and recording audio and text promos for network programs, trimming and editing network program material for automated playback and maintaining and organizing DAT stock for backup of network recordings. The ideal intern will have moderate to semi-advanced computer experience and have strong verbal communications skills.

Application Procedure:
To apply for an internship, submit the following items to Capital Public Radio. Interviews for finalists will be set up after these materials are received.

Cover Letter
Your cover letter should include:

• What internship opportunity you are applying for.
• The name of your college or school.
• Your graduate or undergraduate academic major and/or minor.
• Name and contact information of your academic or internship advisor.

• Why are you interested in an internship at Capital Public Radio?
• How do your relevant classes and work experience relate to the internship position you are applying for?
• What do you hope to gain from your internship?
• What can Capital Public Radio hope to gain from you?
• How do you plan to use the skills you develop at Capital Public Radio in the future?

Resume
Please provide a current resume.

Supporting Material (optional)
Please supply any relevant supporting materials such as writing samples or audio samples if required.

Submitting Your Application
Submit cover letter, resume and any required supporting material to:
Human Resources
Capital Public Radio
7055 Folsom Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
internships@capradio.org
Fax 916-278-8989

You are welcome to enclose any specific questions you may have about our internships. Thank you for your interest in an internship at Capital Public Radio.

Radio Engineering Internship

Department: Engineering

Status: Unpaid

Job Duties:
Are you interested in learning the skills required to become a radio broadcast engineer? Capital Public Radio operates 7 FM broadcast stations throughout central California and Western Nevada. Equipment ranges from the latest state-of-the-art digital audio and transmission facilities to our oldest FM transmitter that has seen broadcast activity since 1958. We seek interns with some analog and digital electronic and computer knowledge, preferably at the sophomore, junior or senior level. The internship involves construction of electronic interface equipment, troubleshooting of audio and RF transmission equipment, some travel and a very occasional overnight project (usually at one of our Sacramento transmitter sites). There is no requirement for tower work, but we ask that you have a respect for safety issues around towers and high voltage radio transmitting equipment. An interest in the Society of Broadcast Engineering’s Certification Programs is highly encouraged

Application Procedure:
To apply for an internship, submit the following items to Capital Public Radio. Interviews for finalists will be set up after these materials are received.

Cover Letter:
Your cover letter should include:

• What internship opportunity you are applying for.
• The name of your college or school.
• Your graduate or undergraduate academic major and/or minor.
• Name and contact information of your academic or internship advisor.

In addition please include your responses to the following questions:

• Why are you interested in an internship at Capital Public Radio?
• How do your relevant classes and work experience relate to the internship position you are applying for?
• What do you hope to gain from your internship?
• What can Capital Public Radio hope to gain from you?
• How do you plan to use the skills you develop at Capital Public Radio in the future?

Resume
Please provide a current resume.

Supporting Material (optional)
Please supply any relevant supporting materials such as writing samples or audio samples if required.

Submitting Your Application
Submit cover letter, resume and any required supporting material to:
Human Resources
Capital Public Radio
7055 Folsom Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95826
internships@capradio.org
Fax 916-278-8989

Employers are hiring from the resumes posted 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!

Managers from local companies, including HP and Intel report contacting candidates through the system. If you are not on the system they cannot find you.

Students are reporting multiple offers from using a combination of the resume posting service, the JETX job listings, and from Job Fairs.

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 at: cici@csus.edu

The College of Engineering and Computer Science Needs Your Data

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

http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career - click on the "Just Hired" link.

If you got a student position we need your data.  

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.