SOU Office of Career Connections

This is a great opportunity to tour the headquarters in Medford for Lithia & Driveway (LAD). You will have the opportunity to see what it is like working for LAD and the types of jobs that they offer. You can also find out about applying for summer internships at LAD.

Friday, May 9th at 10 am in Medford

You must sign up ahead of time for this tour. Research the company before the tour…https://www.lithia.com/lithia-and-driveway.htm

Career Connections will contact you a few days prior to this tour to confirm the details.

Why go on a tour?
* Network with local employers
* Find career opportunities
* Learn about a particular industry
* Learn about internships and other student opportunities

Come to this info session to learn about chiropractic school, how to apply, and what your future could look like in this growing field!

Tuesday, April 29,

12:30-1:30pm in SU 323

The session is led by Denise Throne, a regional recruiter for Sherman College of Chiropractic

Did you attend the Career Fair? Be sure to send a thank you note or follow up email to employers to stand out!

This can serve as a reminder to them of the connection you made at the fair.

For tips on how to craft this email, visit careers.sou.edu/students/preparation/ -for-a-career-fair and click on career fair prep tips!

Okay, so we’re not fashion photographers…. But that shouldn’t stop you from coming out to check our clothing rack in the Stevenson Union! Whether you are prepping for the career fair or getting ready to interview, perhaps there’s something here just waiting for you! And we just got a new batch of donated ties!

Are you studying finance or accounting? Connect with the following employers at the Career Fair: 
* ACA Compliance Group
* Ashland Partners & Company
* Evergreen Federal Bank
* John A. Warekois, CPA
* People’s Bank of Commerce
* Rogue Credit Union

The fair takes place thisThursday, April 17 11-2pm in the SU.

Are you interested in social services? Connect with these employers at the Career Fair next week: 
* Far Northern Regional Center
* Kairos
* Living Opportunities
* Oregon Dept of Human Services
* Ontrack Rogue Valley
* Partnerships In Community Living
* Premier Community Supports
* Rogue Action Center
* Stronger Oregon

The Career Fair is on Thursday, April 17, 11am-2pm in the Stevenson Union, on the main floor.
For details see HawkNEST

Are you considering working in healthcare? Connect with these employers at the Career Fair: 
* AllCare Health
* ColumbiaCare Services
* La Clinica
* Lonza
* Mercy Flights
* Providence
* Rogue Community Health

When: Thursday, April 17th 11am-2pm
Where: Stevenson Union

Are you ready for Career Month?? To kickoff this month we have a few events you won’t want to miss! (There’s free food 🍕🍪)

April 3: Career Month Kickoff with Refreshments @ 3-4:30 SU 310

April 8: Career Fair Prep with Pizza @ 12:30-1:30 SU 315

April 9: Career Fair Prep with Pizza @ 12:30-1:30 SU 315

Sign up in HawkNEST!!

Are you interested in healthcare or healthcare administration? This is a great opportunity to tour the facility at Providence Medical Center in Medford. You will be able to see what kind of careers are available at Providence as well as talk with leaders there. Transportation provided if needed.

Where: Medford, OR

When: Friday, March 14th at 1pm

Register on HawkNEST

Are you studying criminal justice or simply want to learn more about our local jail? Join us for this unique opportunity to tour the Jackson County jail in Medford. Details and registration are in HawkNEST. Transportation provided if needed.

When: Tuesday, March 11th
Where: Medford, OR

Are you interested in becoming a physician assistant? Attend this info session on Zoom to learn about Shenandoah University’s physician assistant program! The Student Ambassador Coordinator from Shenandoah University is offering a Zoom session to help students everywhere prepare their applications, avoid common mistakes, and gain a deeper understanding of Shenandoah University’s Physician Assistant Studies program.

When: March 6
Where: Zoom

Zoom link and registration on Hawk NEST

to our tour of in Medford. The tour for this small group left a big impression, and we walked away with a much broader understanding of their role in our community! Many thanks to Marcus for spending time with us, and talking about the many pathways within the company, from EMTs, paramedics, and nurses, to emergency communications, business administration, mechanical, and more. Grateful for all the ways they lift up our students, including internships!

Did you miss our tour? Come chat with them at the SOU career fair on April 17th.