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Badgers. Stand. Out.Career ServicesCOLLEGE OFAGRICULTURAL & LIFE SCIENCES
University of Wisconsin-Madison
CALS Career Services strives to partner with employers and CALS departments to provide and support high quality career development opportunities for students.
CALS Career Services
Student Guide
Post-Graduation Intentions
Graduate Earning PotentialCALS Discipline Average Salary CALSAgricultural Economics and Business $41,422 $50,000
Agricultural and Science Communications $40,622 $44,571
Agronomy and Crop Sciences $39,957 $52,000
Animal and Dairy Science $32,385 $34,875
Biological Sciences $29,699 $39,921
Environmental Sciences, Fisheries, Forestry and Wildlife $29,489 $28,000 Food, Dietetics and Nutritional Sciences $43,260 $48,140 Horticulture $31,080 $30,000
Technical and Biosystems Engineering $47,077 $44,000
Data provided by: 2011 CALS Career Services Senior Survey as of May 18, 2011
Employment Prior to Graduation
Professional School
Planning to Seek Employment
Other: Peace Corps, Military, etc.
Data provided by: 2009-10 B.S. graduates from Land Grant Universities in the Midwest
Campus ResourcesUniversity HousingSchlicter Hall625 Babcock [email protected]
Student Financial Aid333 East Campus [email protected]
Greater University Tutoring Service (GUTS)333 East Campus [email protected]
Student Life75 Bascom [email protected]
Center for Leadership and Involvement (CFLI)239 Red [email protected]
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Events CalendarCareer EventsFall Career Fair September Spring Career Fair FebruaryEtiquette Meal MarchLab Fair AprilOpen House Fall & SpringMock Interviews Fall & SpringSite Visits Fall, Winter & SpringWorkshops Fall, Winter & Spring
Fall Semester 2011Instruction begins September 2Labor Day September 5Homecoming October 7-15Thanksgiving recess November 24-27Last class day December 15Commencement December 18Exams end December 23
Spring Semester 2012Instruction begins January 23 Spring recess March 31-April 8 Last class day May 11Commencement May 18-20Exams end May 19
Description of Career EventsCareer and Internship FairThis event is a way for students to see large numbers of employers at one time, right on campus. Come learn about job and internship opportunities and network with employers.
Etiquette DinnerLearn the proper etiquette for dining with employers from a nationally recognized etiquette coach. This event is also a great networking opportunity and employers are seated at every table to share their perspective.
Industry Panel DiscussionsLearn what employers look for when hiring an employee. Panel discussions offer feedback directly from recruiting professionals about how they evaluate candidates. Students gain insight about setting themselves apart from other applicants and overall professional expectations.
Campus InterviewsEmployers are on campus conducting interviews throughout the year. Using BuckyNet, you can electronically submit your resume and sign-up for interviews in one easy step.
Mock InterviewsImprove your interview skills by practicing with an actual employer. Students use feedback to determine what’s working and what’s not.
Site Visits Join CALS Career Services as we tour employers’ facilities and interact with professionals. Learn more about their organizations and see if you would be interested in working in their industries.
WorkshopsCALS Career Services holds interactive sessions about countless professional development topics including resume writing, professional behavior, interviewing, job search strategies and BuckyNet.
Information Sessions Organizations coordinate campus sessions to meet students and offer more information about their opportunities. For students, this is a great way to network and learn about different industries - it’s also common to be selected for an interview after a successful session!
StaffCALS Career [email protected]
Peer [email protected]
116 Ag. Hall1450 Linden Dr. Madison, WI 53706
BuckyNetBuckyNet is a database that connects you, the student, with internships, full-time jobs, interviews, career advising and events. BuckyNet allows you to post resumes and is another formal way of getting your name in front of a potential employer. Employers regularly use BuckyNet to post opportunities that are easily accessible to any CALS student. Upcoming events are posted on BuckyNet, keeping you up to date on all career fairs, information sessions, interviews and career workshops. CALS students are given a BuckyNet account at SOAR and all transfer sessions. If you have any questions or would like more information, e-mail CALS Career Services at [email protected].
Why Use CALS Career Services?
“I just wanted to send a brief thank you for helping me prepare for my interview for PA school. I just got the call last Saturday – I’m in!!! I couldn’t have had the confidence and preparation to succeed without your help!” -CALS Student
Career Fair InformationA career fair is a campus event where employers and students have the opportunity to interact in a professional environment. CALS Career Services has many resources to help you prepare for the career fair. Our BuckyNet system allows you to view - in real-time - employers attending the career fair. Print and video resources are also available on the CALS Career Services website. The CALS Career Services staff can offer you information about approaching employers, interviewing and much more.
Come to 116 Ag. Hall for information that will help with your professional development.
Agriculture Hall
Career FairResume ReviewsA resume is important because it shapes an employer’s first impression of you. Your resume is a “snapshot ” of your accomplishments, and CALS Career Services is dedicated to helping you make this document professional and polished. You can come into 116 Ag. Hall during our Walk-In Resume Review hours and have your resume critiqued by our Peer Advisors or you can sign up for a resume review through BuckyNet. Simply login, select the calendar tab and create an appointment. A resume review is primarily for critiquing your resume, but we also offer career advising, job search strategies and other important tips during every appointment.
Social NetworkingFor fast and easy tips to help you with your professional development, visit our blog, become a fan of “CALS Career Services-UW Madison” on Facebook or follow @CALS_Careers on Twitter. CALS Career Services uses social media to share information about everything from succeeding in your job search to improving your resume and everywhere in between! Our blog is nationally recognized for its superior career development information. View our blog at www.cals.wisc.edu/careerservices/, become a fan of “CALS Career Services-UW Madison” on Facebook and follow @CALS_Careers on Twitter.
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Career ServicesCOLLEGE OFAGRICULTURAL & LIFE SCIENCES
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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If you are new to BuckyNet, email your campus ID and major to CALS Career Services at [email protected]
You will receive a welcome email with your username and password.
Go to https://cals-wisc-csm.symplic-ity.com/students/ and enter your log-in information
Use BuckyNet to search for jobs, schedule interviews and search events on career building topics.
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Scheduling an Advising Appointment:
What Employers ExpectEmployers are looking for students with a mixture of academic achievement and extracurricular involvement and experience. Classroom success is important, but feedback from employers indicates that leadership and work experiences are an equal part of their hiring decisions. Involvement in student organizations and other community opportunities, as well as professional experience through research or internships sets students apart.
Why are Research and Internship Experiences so Important?Research and internship experiences are an important part of your professional education because they help you develop technical skills and the ability to apply the knowledge of your academic discipline. From an employer’s perspective, previous lab or internship experience suggests that you will require less training and will contribute to the organization sooner.
International ExperienceInternational experiences prepare you to live, work and compete in the global economy. They promote tolerance and are a positive step towards creating a future with less global conflict. They demonstrate the leadership and problem-solving skills employers want, build professional networks that can help with a job search and teach how to successfully interact, motivate and work with a culturally diverse population. For more information on international experiences go to the CALS International Programs Office website at: cals.wisc.edu/ip/
Setting Yourself Apart
“I wanted to thank you for all the help you gave me in creating a functional and professional resume. I couldn’t have created my resume without you, and it was very effective in conveying all the necessary information to potential employers. I was able to get a job at a small animal private practice in Fox Lake, IL, and I am enjoying the ups and dealing with the downs of veterinary practice as a new grad. Things are going well so far.” -CALS and UW Veterinary Medicine Graduate
How to Get Involved in CALSThere are many ways to get involved on campus, with organizations associated with virtually every CALS major. Student organizations are a great way to gain experience and professional connections in your field. For information on CALS student organizations visit www.cals.wisc.edu. Contact the Center for Leadership and Involvement for a listing of campus-wide organizations at www.cfli.wisc.edu. In addition, read Student eCALS to find opportunities to serve on university committees, participate in service activities, leadership education and scholarships.
Use CALS Career Services Peer AdvisorsPlanning for your future can be complex - the CALS Career Services Peer Advisors are here to help! They have many resources to help you achieve your career and educational goals and are dedicated to improving your professional skills. Come into 116 Ag. Hall during Walk-In Resume Review Hours to get resume and career advice. These resume specialists have CALS backgrounds and know how to best answer major-specific resume questions.
Student Internship
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CALS Career Services was a HUGE help in preparing me for my internship experience and overall professional development. The resources and workshops that they provide were an essential part of my interning with a renowned company like Abbott Laboratories. -CALS Student
Top Ten Ways You Can Set Yourself Apart:1. Internships2. Campus Involvement3. Your Education4. Leadership Experience5. Academic Honors and Awards6. Computer Skills7. Foreign Languages8. Laboratory Skills9. Certifications and Licenses10. International Experience
What Can CALS Career Services do for Your Son or Daughter?CALS Career Services is one of the first places to visit after arriving on campus because we are dedicated to helping students develop as professionals. Whether they are looking for a great job after their undergraduate study or admission to a graduate or professional program, we will help them get involved in student organizations, improve professional documents, participate in research and internships and much more.
Students that would like to discuss career and major options including career exploration should meet with a career advisor. Contact us at 608-262-3460 or [email protected] to schedule an advising appointment.
Where Do We Begin?The old saying “if you love your job, you will never work a day in your life” rings true at CALS Career Services. As a college, CALS is dedicated to helping students select majors that align with their interests and career goals. In addition, CALS stays current on hiring and salary trends and can offer great insight into the many industries our majors serve.
Encouraging Our Students to GrowThroughout your student’s college career, CALS Career Services is a resource that will encourage them to step to the next level. They will gain real-world
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“I wanted to thank you for all the help you gave me in creating a functional and professional resume. I couldn’t have created my resume without you, and it was very effective in conveying all the necessary information to potential employers. I was able to get a job at a small animal private practice in Fox Lake, IL, and I am enjoying the ups and dealing with the downs of veterinary practice as a new grad. Things are going well so far.” -CALS and UW Veterinary Medicine Graduate
experience and the necessary skills to build a great resume. We are proud to partner with students on their professional journey and strive to help students succeed. As a college, we take pride in the accomplishments of our students and encourage them to take advantage of the diverse opportunities available.
What is Our Connection to Employers?Through CALS Career Services, students can connect with over 7,000 employers with whom UW has a relationship. We host events that bring students and employers together such as career fairs, industry panels and etiquette dinners. Students have the ability to network with contacts from Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, non-profit organizations and small businesses - on a regional, national and global scale.
BuckyNetBuckyNet is a free database available to CALS students where employers post jobs and internship opportunities. At any given time students can find over 1,000 current postings. BuckyNet also allows students to post resumes, research employers, sign-up for interviews, receive information about workshops and employer information sessions, make career advising appointments and more.
Graduating with a job!
Career ServicesCOLLEGE OFAGRICULTURAL & LIFE SCIENCES
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Companies Proud to Hire CALS Students
Career Planning Guide
Freshman Visit CALS Career Services Create BuckyNet Account Attend the Student Organization Fair Become Involved in Student Organizations: Chair Events Become an Officer Attend CALS Career Services Workshops Resume Workshop Interview Workshop Other Interesting Workshop Create Your College Resume Have CALS Career Services Critique Your Resume Attend the Career Fair to Network with Employers Explore Undergraduate Research Explore International Experiences Secure an Internship Evaluate Your Internship
Sophomore Visit CALS Career Services Revise Resume Have CALS Career Services Critique Your Resume Participate in a Mock Interview Attend the Etiquette Dinner Find Student Hourly Job that Relates to Your Major Lab Work Attend the Career/Lab Fair to Network with Employers Explore International Experiences Secure an Internship Evaluate Your Internship
Junior Visit CALS Career Services Revise Resume Have CALS Career Services Critique Your Resume Attend the Career Fair to Find an Internship Study Abroad or an International Internship Secure an Internship Evaluate Your Internship
Senior Visit CALS Career Services Revise Resume Have CALS Career Services Critique Your Resume Participate in a Mock Interview Apply for Graduate of Professional Programs Attend the Career Fair to Find a Full-Time Position Become Leader in Student Organizations Secure a Full-Time Position!
Career Services for Farm and Industry Short CourseCALS Career Services serves FISC students and bachelor degree candidates in the same way. Whether it be a career in agribusiness or production agriculture, we work hand-in-hand with FISC staff to help students realize their career goals. FISC students use BuckyNet and employers post jobs specifically targeting their skill set. CALS Career Services plays an active role in several FISC classes and students are encouraged to schedule advising appointments. Please visit our offices in 116 Agricultural Hall for a resume review, career advising or simply to gather more information.
Professional Programs Many of the steps involved in obtaining a great job are also important for gaining admission to graduate and professional programs. If you would like professional program advice feel free to schedule an appointment with CALS Career Services. Ag Hall is also a satellite location for the Center for Pre-Health Advising. This team of trained advisors specialize in questions regarding all health professions including veterinary medicine. Pre-health advising is a great resource for information and assistance with admission, mock interviews, personal statements and the application process. For more information you can also visit the pre-health website: www.prehealth.wisc.edu.
AlumniAfter you graduate there are many ways to stay involved. BuckyNet is always available to you and alumni are encouraged to attend career fairs. Additionally, there are opportunities to mentor students and stay active on campus. Contact us for additional information.
AlumniFISC Students Professional
Center for Pre-Health Advising116 Ag. HallMadison, WI 53706608-263-6614prehealth.wisc.edu/[email protected]
Farm and Industry Short Course116 Ag. HallMadison, WI 53706608-263-3918fisc.cals.wisc.edu/[email protected]
Wisconsin Alumni Association650 N. Lake Street Madison, WI 53706 [email protected]
Career Services is for Everyone
608-262-3460 [email protected] 116 Ag. Hall 1450 Linden Dr. Madison, WI 53706
Connect with CALS Career Services:
Visit our Website: cals.wisc.edu
Read our Blogs: cals.wisc.edu/
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