As a career counselor,  I frequently find myself in a position to help individuals who are in transition
from one job or career path to the next.  Most people change jobs every three to five years.  Many people
make complete career changes several times over the course of their life.  

It is always difficult to make a change.  Change means giving up the familiar and moving towards the
unknown.  The fact that the future is unknown is unnerving.   Even when things are intolerable, many
people are reluctant to make the necessary change.  I find that discomfort is a critical element in
making change.  It gives people the motivation necessary to do what they need to do to move
forward.

Change is inevitable.  It is all around us.  Engineers are change agents and change masters by
definition.  Disney calls their engineers “imagineers” because their job is to envision what might
be. Change is the driving force of the high tech economy.  Everyone wants the new new thing.  No one
hankers for the cell phone they had ten years ago.  So it is with your career.

My job is to coach people through the process.  The process is much like the project management task.  I
help new grads and career changers break down a seemingly unmanageable task into manageable
components.

The process begins with setting goals and making your goals happen.  Goals are really dreams and wishes
until you engineer a way to make them happen.  Nothing gets done unless you have three things:

#1. A goal to focus on
#2. A plan to make it happen
#3. A daily to do list

So your task for today is to think about whether now is the time to make a change.  If it is,  and even
if it’s not,  it’s a good time to list your goals and to see if they fit with your current situation.
 If change is in order, it’s time to develop a plan.  

Learn how to Negotiate Salaries effectively! Why to some people get more money?  Because they know how to
negotiate!  This workshop will teach you the intricate details on salary negotiations.  Learn when to
negotiate and what is actually negotiable!  

Monday 4/9	Salary Negotiating	RVR 2014	3:00 - 4:00

The college of Engineering and Computer Science has set up interviews with a number of companies.  Most
interviews happen right here in Riverside Hall on the second floor.  We have several companies that are
interviewing this week and during the month of April.  Many of the companies have space on their
schedules for more engineering and computer science candidates.  Companies typically interview candidates
for 30 to 45 minutes for career and internship opportunities.   

If you are interested in interviewing for great opportunities please go to:
www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students
for the complete list

Scheduled interviews:
_________________________________________________________
Date and times of Interview/  Company/ Title of Positions/ Location of Interview /  Majors Sought
 
 
04-05-2007	8:00 - 4:30	Kiewit Pacific Company	- Entry Level Engineer	        Riverside Hall 	CE CM ME 	

04-06-2007	8:30 - 5:00	NEC Electronics America, Inc.	- ASSOC PRODUCT ENGINEER/ASSOCIATE EQUIPMENT
ENGINEER/ASSOCIATE PROCESS ENGINEER	                                     RVR 2012/RVR 2006/RVR 2004 	EEE
ME 

04-13-2007	8:00 - 5:00	Frito Lay Manufacturing	Production Operations Manager	Lassen Hall 2000 	EEE ME MET
	 
04-16-2007	9:00 - 4:30	Department of Water Resources	Electrical Engineer	Riverside Hall 	EEE 	

04-19-2007	9:00 - 4:00	ACCO Engineered Systems	Design Engineer	                Riverside Hall 	ME MET
	 
04-24-2007	1:30 - 4:30	S.J. Amoroso Construction	Project EngineerProject Engineer Internship - Summer and
part-time during the school year if the sitiuation allows.	                        RVR 2012 	CE CM
 	 
04-25-2007	8:30 - 5:00	S.J. Amoroso Construction	Project EngineerProject Engineer Internship - Summer
(full-time) and during the year (full-time or part-time).	                        RVR 2012 	CE CM 
 

SJ Amoroso will be on Campus on April 24 and 25th to hire INTERNS AND PROJECT ENGINEERS for opportunities
throughout California.  

Info Sessions:

April 24th - 11:30-1:30 - UU California Suite DELICIOUS LUNCH INCLUDED
April 24th - 5:30- 6:30 - UU Forest Suite DELICIOUS DINNER INCLUDED

Interview Sessions:

April 24th - 1:30 to 4:30 - RVR 2012
April 25th - 8:30 to 4:30 - RVR 2012
(SIGN UP WITH JESSICA IN 2014 FOR INTERVIEWS OR GO TO INFO SESSION TO SIGN UP)

Our Project Engineers are project site based.  They have good communication and analytical skills.  They
also have the determination and drive that set them apart.  Responsibilities of the Project Engineer, in
support of, and performed in conjunction with, the Project Manager include:

Facilitating Requests for Information (RFI)
Reviewing and processing submittals including shop drawing review
Owner and Subcontractor billings and vendor invoices
Changed work condition documentation
Scheduling
Material and Equipment Procurement
M.E.P. Coordination
Document control
Safety reports and documentation
Owner & Subcontractor interface, coordination, and correspondence
Unit Cost Projection Reports and Cost Analysis
As-Built document maintenance including Project Close Out
Creativity and Innovation


PROJECT ENGINEER INTERNSHIP

We prepare our interns for the responsibilities they will have upon graduation.  These responsibilities
include:

Facilitating Requests for Information (RFI)
Reviewing and processing submittals including shop drawing review
Owner and Subcontractor billings and vendor invoices
Changed work condition documentation
Scheduling
Material and Equipment Procurement
M.E.P. Coordination
Document control
Safety reports and documentation
Owner & Subcontractor interface and coordination
Unit Cost Projection Reports and Cost Analysis
As-Built document maintenance including Project Close Out
Creativity and Innovation


FIELD ENGINEER

Field Engineers at Amoroso have good communication, analytical, and hands on building skills.  They also
have the determination and drive that set them apart.  Responsibilities of the Field Engineer, in support
of, and performed in conjunction with, the Project Superintendent include:

Facilitating Requests for Information (RFI)
Surveying and Layout
Changed work condition documentation
Oversight of work performed by S.J.A. forces including detailing
Testing and Inspection coordination and interaction
Scheduling
Material and Equipment Procurement
M.E.P. Coordination
As-Built document maintenance
Unit Cost Projection Reports including Quantity Surveys and Cost Analysis
Safety reports and documentation
Owner & Subcontractor interface and coordination
Creativity and Innovation


FIELD ENGINEER INTERNSHIP

We prepare our interns for the responsibilities they will have upon graduation.  These responsibilities
include:

Facilitating Requests for Information (RFI)
Surveying and Layout
Changed work condition documentation
Oversight of work performed by S.J.A. forces including detailing
Testing and Inspection coordination and interaction
Scheduling
Material and Equipment Procurement
M.E.P. Coordination
As-Built document maintenance
Unit Cost Projection Reports including Quantity Surveys and Cost Analysis
Safety reports and documentation
Owner & Subcontractor interface and coordination
Creativity and Innovation

For more info: sjamoroso.com

EIT (FE) Exam Help Seminars sponsored by CSPE- April 15, 2007 in Sacramento

Are you signed up for the EIT exam this spring (or do you know some who is), would you like to know how
to pass the exam from professional engineers who have passed the exam?  California Society of
Professional Engineers, CSPE a nonprofit engineering society dedicated to enrichment of the engineering
profession, is sponsoring Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) exam review seminars.

If you are interested in what the exam is all about and how to pass it, you may want to check out the
CSPE web site, www.cspe.com.

The FE Seminar is a one day seminar (6 hours or so depending on questions).  The fee for the seminar
comes with membership in the California and National Society of Professional Engineers.  Seminar
attendees will have access to seminar notes and seminar website.  The seminar also covers how students
can apply for a grant to cover exam fees.  There is also a discount for members of engineering societies.



The EIT(FE) Seminars compliment your exam review (review courses or review on your own).  The Seminars
focus on the exam and how to pass the exam.  The seminars cover:

1) What is the exam, how to approach it, what are the best strategies to pass the exam.

2) How is the exam organized; what is the best way to get through the exam to get the most points.

3) What are the high probability questions that will be asked on the exam, what are the things to know in
each topic area, and how to solve the problems fastest way to get the most points on the exam.

For more information on the seminars and CSPE: 

www.cspe.com/FunctionalAreas/StudentYouth/ddseminar.htm

Article on, How to Pass the Professional Engineering Licensing Exams:

www.cspe.com/FunctionalAreas/StudentYouth/howtopass.htm 

To sign up for the seminar:
cspe.quartzvalley.com

Civil PE Exam Help Seminars sponsored by CSPE- April 15, 2007 in Sacramento

Are you signed up for the CIVIL PE exam this spring (or do you know some who is), would you like to know
how to pass the exam from professional engineers who have passed the exam?  California Society of
Professional Engineers, CSPE a nonprofit engineering society dedicated to enrichment of the engineering
profession, is sponsoring Civil Engineering PE exam review seminars.

If you are interested in what the exam is all about and how to pass it, you may want to check out the
CSPE web site, www.cspe.com.

The Civil PE Seminar is a one day seminar (6 hours or so depending on questions).  The fee for the
seminar comes with membership in the California and National Society of Professional Engineers.  Seminar
attendees will have access to seminar notes.  The seminar also covers how students can apply for a grant
to cover exam fees.  There is also a discount for members of engineering societies. 


The Civil PE Seminars compliment your exam review (review courses or review on your own).  The Seminars
focus on the exam and how to pass the exam.  The seminars cover:

1) What is the exam, how to approach it, what are the best strategies to pass the exam.

2) How is the exam organized; what is the best way to get through the exam to get the most points.

3) What are the high probability questions that will be asked on the exam, what are the things to know in
each topic area, and how to solve the problems fastest way to get the most points on the exam.

For more information on the seminars and CSPE: 

www.cspe.com/FunctionalAreas/StudentYouth/ddseminar.htm

Article on, How to Pass the Professional Engineering Licensing Exams:

www.cspe.com/FunctionalAreas/StudentYouth/howtopass.htm

To sign up for the seminar:
cspe.quartzvalley.com


Please forward to a colleague who would be interested.

Chevron’s IT department at the world headquarters in San Ramon is hosting a special tour for
Sacramento State Faculty, Staff, and Students (Juniors/Sophomores) on Friday, April 13th from 9:00 to
4:00.  Students will need to provide their own transportation. If you are interested in an IT Career and
are available to attend, here is what to expect:

Lots of walking, speakers, tours, and food will be provided. 
1. Arrive in San Ramon (world headquarters for Chevron) - 9:30 am 
2. Check-in and receive a security badge 
3. Welcome to Chevron (refreshments provided) 
4. Tour - Chevron University - learn how IT and the retail business work together 
5. Speakers - Math Modeling & Chevron,  Cool new technology, IT Project Management  
6. Lunch 
7. Tour - 3D Visualization Lab - learn how IT and geologists work together 
8. Leave approximately 4:00 pm 

If you want to sign-up for the tour, or have any questions, please contact Julie Collier, ECS Cooperative
Education Office, Riverside 2004, by Tuesday, April 10th. Julie’s contact information: 
collierj@csus.edu or 278-7220. 

Company Information Sessions are a great way to meet companies and find out about opportunities. 



Date 	Company 	Majors 	Location 	Time

April 12, 2007 	Frito Lay Manufacturing 	ME, MET, EEE 	Lassen Hall 1100 	4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
April 24, 2007 	SJ Amoroso 	CE CM 	University Union California Suite (LUNCH)	11:30 - 1:30
April 24, 2007 	SJ Amaroso 	CE, CM 	Forest Suite 	5:30 - 6:30 p.m.(DINNER)

JUST RELEASED BY THE STATE PERSONNEL BOARD!

RECRUITING NOW:The State of California is currently recruiting applicants for the following Information
Technology Examinations:

1.ASSOCIATE PROGRAMMER ANALYST (SPECIALIST) - CONTINUOUS TESTING

       1. Read the Exam Bulletin Thoroughly
       2. Apply to Take the Exam
       3. Arrive at the Appointed Time and Place (Bring your Notice of Testing and Identification)
       4. Upon Successful Completion of the Exam, You Have List Eligibility
       5. Find out About  IT Careers and Jobs

NOTE:  To save time in the recruitment process, it is a good idea to have a completed employment
application on file at SPB.


2. ASSISTANT & ASSOCIATE INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST (SPECIALIST)
FINAL FILING DATE: April 6, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST)

       1. Read the Exam Bulletin  Thoroughly
       2. Apply to Take the Exam & Select One of the Available Testing Sessions
       3. Arrive at the Appointed Time and Place (Bring your Notice of Testing and Identification)
       4. Upon Successful Completion of the Exam, You Have List Eligibility
       5. Find out About  IT Careers and Jobs
    
____
To be considered for a state job, you must first take and be successful in a state civil service
examination for the classification (job title) of the position you desire.  If you have not taken a state
test to establish list eligibility, you should determine which examinations are currently open for
testing.  Once you have established list eligibility, you can apply for vacancies.
     

Information about jobs for which state departments are currently accepting applications, are announced by
classification (job title).  To determine which Information Technology jobs are being posted, you can
either check the SPB Web site or each individual state department’s Web site.  Links to this
information are contained on the SPB’s IT Careers Web
pages.

http://www.spb.ca.gov/employment/ITHotJobs.htm

ACCO Engineered Systems will hold interviews for from 9:00-4:00 in Riverside Hall:

Design Engineer

April 19, 2007 multiple interviews
Start Time 9:00am
End Time 4:00pm

Majors Sought:
ME
MET

Length of each interview: 45 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 

After reviewing the information  -  Please email resume to : csilvey@accoes.com
Craig Silvey will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006

You will get a phone call or Email if ACCO Engineered Systems is interested in you!

The California School Boards Association seeks applicants for an Assistant .NET Programmer

Assists with the maintenance and coordination of activities supporting.  Works with Senior Software
Programmer to complete projects and provide services.  Works with limited supervision and works within
standard policies and procedures.  Strong knowledge of computer systems hardware and software,
object-oriented analysis, design, implementation, and programming methodologies.  Solid knowledge of
ASP.Net and .Net framework required, MS SQL a plus.  Four year college degree in computer science,
information systems or combination of work experience and education.  A minimum of two years experience
in programming. 

Starting Salary Base:  $50,000.00 on a full time basis plus benefits.  This is a 50% part-time position,
with 50% benefits. 

Visit www.csba.org for details.  

Frito Lay Manufacturing will hold interviews for from 8:00-12:00 in Lassen Hall 2000:

Production Operations Manager

April 13, 2007 multiple interviews
Start Time 8:00am
End Time 12:00pm

Majors Sought:
EEE
ME
MET

Length of each interview: 45 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 
After reviewing the information  -  Please email resume to : collierj@csus.edu

Interview to be held in Lassen Hall 2000
You will get a phone call or Email if Frito Lay Manufacturing is interested in you!

SMS.ac will hold interviews from 8:30-3:00 in Riverside Hall for:

Software Developer 

April 12, 2007 multiple interviews
Start Time 8:30am
End Time 3:00pm

Majors Sought:
CS
CpE
EEE

Length of each interview: 45 min.

For position details: http://www.ecs.csus.edu/career/iss/students/ 

After reviewing the information  -  Please email resume to : rtornqvist@smsacjobs.com
Rebecca Tornqvist will review resumes and schedule candidates for interview to be held in RVR 2006

You will get a phone call or Email if SMS.ac is interested in you!

If you missed Ca Air Resources Board Program Manager, James Goldstene’s presentation on Global
Warming at Friday’s Career Day event, you can still hear him speak- Alpine Hall Room 122 on April
10th at 7:00 pm.  Engineers who join the ARB at this critical time will be like the engineers that joined
NASA before the moon shot...

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