Archive for June, 2009

BusinessWeek Recognizes Resilient Richmond Economy

Published by careerservices on June 23, 2009 in Richmond. 0 Comments

A recent BusinessWeek article reveals that Richmond residents enjoy a comparatively sound job market and low cost of living.

In “Where Struggling Americans Can Find a Fresh Start,” BusinessWeek correspondent Prashant Gopal explores the best cities for unemployed workers to start over, finding new jobs and new homes.

BusinessWeek ranks the Richmond metropolitan area sixth nationally for employment prospects and cost of living.

In the next quarter, 22% of Richmond companies plan to hire new workers and the metro area’s unemployment rate is 1.6 points below the national average, according to the article.  In addition to sound economic indicators, BusinessWeek cites the Virginia capital’s average home prices, diverse economy, and rich arts community as key attractions.

The BusinessWeek article comes on the heels of a Next Generation Consulting study ranking Richmond as a “Next City,” one of the best places for young professionals to work and live.

Fall 2009 On-Campus Recruitment Program

Published by careerservices on June 12, 2009 in Interviews, OCI's and Resources. 0 Comments

The Fall On-Campus Interview Program begins on Tuesday, August 25, 2009.

On July 6, students may begin viewing and researching OCI employers.  OCI employers are those who will either interview students on-campus or who will review resume booklets (“resume collect”) from University of Richmond Law students in lieu of coming to campus.  Student bid applications will be accepted beginning on July 28, 2009.

There are currently five interview sessions in Symplicity:


Session 1 (Aug. 25 – Aug. 28):  Application deadline is August 9 at 11:45 p.m.
Session 2 (Aug. 31 – Sept. 4):  Application deadline is August 16 at 11:45 p.m.
Session 3 (Sept. 8 – 11):  Application deadline is August 23 at 11:45 p.m.
Session 4 (Sept. 14 – 18):  Application deadline is August 30 at 11:45 p.m.
Session 6 (Early Oct.) - Application deadline is September 6 at 11:45 p.m.

PRIOR TO THE BID APPLICATION DEADLINES, students must:

Confirm that all Profile information (particularly class year and graduation date) in Symplicity is current.

Upload default resume under “Documents” tab in Symplicity.  *Remember that the Career Services Office is here to assist with resume review.*

Upload employer-specific cover letters and attach them to bid applications by respective bid deadlines.

Upload a current grade list under the “Documents” tab.

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