Career and Intern Services
Summary of Services
Career Counseling and Guidance
In addition to one-on-one career counseling and assistance, the CISC offers a free assessment called Career Direct. It is biblically-based and can help you discover the major/career that is best for you. After taking the assessment you will meet with Linda Elek, the CISC Career Counselor. Linda will walk you through the results, counsel you on the best career options available, and will provide you with additional resources to assist you on your career path.
Job Search Assistance
Whether you are conducting a job search for the first time or you are preparing to make a complete career transition, the process can be intimidating. The CISC is here to equip you and give you the tools necessary to achieve success in your search. We offer assistance with résumés, cover letters, interviewing, and other aspects of the job search. If you would like Sherry Weldy, the CISC Career Specialist, to look over a completed draft of your resume and/or cover letter, please send them to her in an e-mail. Please note that depending on how many resumes and cover letters are in line in front of you, it could take up to two weeks before she can contact you for an appointment time. If you have any questions give us a call at 574.257.2661.
Internships
An internship may not be an academic requirement for your major, but you should seriously consider doing one during your junior or senior year. You will gain valuable on-the-job experience that will benefit you in a variety of ways. Bethel has received a grant from the Lilly Foundation that allows us to provide students with a tuition stipend for internships that meet specific requirements. If you are interested in learning more about internships you can contact Michelle Yager, CISC Director, at 574.257.2661 or send her an e-mail.
Career Services Online
This online service provides a link between employers and Bethel students/alumni, allowing you to:
- Search available job and internship openings
- Receive automatic e-mails when new jobs are posted
- Upload résumés into the system and make them accessible to prospective employers
- Apply for jobs through the system and send a résumé and cover letter directly to the employer’s e-mail
- View a listing of upcoming CISC events and on-campus recruiting opportunities
- Have access to a document library which contains important CISC resources such as résumé and cover letter packets and samples
Career and Internship Fair
Bethel is a member of INCC (Indiana Careers Consortium), an organization comprised of 11 colleges and universities, which hosts an annual Career and Internship Fair in the spring. Over 150 employers will be in attendance and actively seeking out future graduates for specific job and internship opportunities. This is a wonderful way for you to not only gain exposure to potential employers, but also to ease into a job search and practice presenting yourself in a professional setting. Visit www.incconsortium.org for more information.
