Opportunity at Vocollect

This was just forwarded to us by Gary Heberling in the IST department.  

Adam Hill at Vocollect sent me this info on an opportunity that just opened up at Vocollect.  Please see the document attached.

UPMC Internships - PSNK student had great experience!

One of our PSNK students had a great summer internship at UPMC and wants to share the opportunities with all our students – there are internships in a variety of majors available.  Here is what she sent to post:

Hello!

This summer has been awesome and I am continuing through November! There are 7 different programs that students at our campus could take part in. It is very competitve with over 5,000 applicants this past summer and only 84 being chosen. I have been going to networking events, executive roundtables, touring UPMC facilities, working on a service project, and working on projects within my office.

The internships are located here http://bit.ly/SummerAssociates

 

Thanks!

Lauren E. Richards
IST

Recruiter interest in Penn State's Fall Career Days up by 9 percent

Recruiter interest in Penn State's Fall Career Days up by 9 percent

Last year, Penn State's Fall Career Days, hosted by Penn State's Career Services, welcomed recruiters from 500 companies around the nation. For this year's 2012 Fall Career Days, Sept. 11-13, recruitment numbers have exceeded that total by 9 percent. "Since last November, all activity has steadily increased between 6 to 9 percent, from each of the Career Days to on-campus interviewing," Jeff Garis, director of Career Services, said. "We've been really vigilant with recruitment numbers, and everything is showing an increase."

Read the full story on Live: http://live.psu.edu/story/60900#nw1

Link to Penn State's Fall Career Days site: http://careerfairs.psu.edu/fall/

Apollo Window Door & Siding CO., LLC

Local, established company looking for immediate hire in our marketing department (not telemarketing). Must be comfortable talking to homeowners and have good communication skills; Be open to flexible hours. High hourly pay plus bonus. No experience necessary, includes on the job training. Must have transportation. If interested please call 724 - 478 - 1078.

Happy Feet - PT job working with pre-schoolers

http://www.happyfeetpittsburgh.com/we_are_hiring.html

 HAPPY FEET - GREAT PART TIME JOB FOR PEOPLE WHO LOVE CHILDREN AND LIKE TO HAVE FUN!!!
HappyFeet is mobile soccer program and has 2 immediate P/T coaching positions. We are looking for a few great people who love working with children for part time employment in the area of Cranberry, Hampton and Murrysville, Pennsylvania. Future sites are being developed

9am - 1pm, Monday-Friday - can earn $18-50/day  - variation of these hours is available as well as higher earning potential. There are a few afternoons available if interested.

Available on Saturday mornings? We are looking for a few HappyFeet league coaches. Eight week program starts in October at various sites.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children ages 2 through 6 plus a history of, or interest in, children's fitness.

Applicants must be warm, caring, EXTREMELY ENERGETIC, GOOFY, and FUN while able to maintain a sense of order and control. Ideal coach will be able to commit to 6 months or longer.

Soccer coaching experience is not required. Training will be provided.

All candidates who have experience working with young children will be considered. Great for college students and stay at home moms and dads.

Must have a cell phone, reliable transportation, and be able to pass a background check. MUST live in the area to minimize drive time.

If interested please send us your availability, experience and reason you would be an amazing coach.

For more information about the program please visit

www.happyfeetpittsburgh.com click on the "We're Hiring" tab

Know someone who would be interested in this opportunity? Please forward, thank you! 

Ande Saporito 

 HappyFeet Pittsburgh

Director of Child Soccer Development

(412)820-4810

  ande@pisausa.com

  www.happyfeetpittsburgh.com

External Openings - GNC

Attached is the list of corporate open positions available at GNC.  There are retail positions available that are not included on the attachment but can be found on the GNC website. Please have interested candidates apply online at www.gnc.com under careers.

		DEPARTMENT	POSITION
		Merchandising	Category Merchandise Manager - Sports
		Merchandising	Associate Category Merchandise Manager
		Ecommerce	Online Digital Designer
		Ecommerce	Online Digital Designer - Freelancer
		IT	Applications Development Analyst A
		Legal	Senior Sublease Coordinator
		Marketing	Marketing Operations Coordinator
		Customer Service	Customer Service Rep I
Visit our GNC website to apply – www.gnc.com/careers POSTED:  08/27/12

Full time CAD position

"I am working on getting the ok to proceed but if we are able to move
forward we will need a full time Cad person with Auto cad experience. "

Engineering technology graduates who are interested should contact:

Frank Akers
Manager Engineering Services
Bacharach Inc
724-334-5093
franka@mybacharach.com

Open Positions at ACHIEVA

Technician Position with WTAE-TV

Category: Engineering
Position/Title: OPERATOR TECHNICIAN
Details: Job Description: WTAE-TV Engineering is interviewing candidates for a broadcast OPERATOR TECHNICIAN. Job Responsibilities: Use computers and software extensively to perform numerous and varied file based workflows including media preparation, playlist management, record schedule management, and shot recall for robotic cameras. Operate studio and transmitter remote equipment including: cameras, video switchers, satellite downlinks, HD video servers, and related automation software, audio mixers. Using video, audio and waveform quality control monitors, must be able to judge video and audio levels and quality to a high degree of accuracy.
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 8/23/2012
Closing Date: 9/23/2012
City: Pittsburgh - 15221
State: Pennsylvania
URL: http://www.wtae.com/index.html
Experience: Experience Requirements: Preference will be given to applicants who have training in broadcast communications and job experience in Television Control Rooms and studio operations. The ideal candidate will have a great deal of prior experience with computer file based workflows.
Requirements: Qualifications Requirements: Applicants must be capable of a high degree of independent thought and action as there is little routine supervision of this position. Must be able to make judgments quickly and perform tasks on schedule with a very low rate of error. Applicants must be able to ascertain whether equipment is malfunctioning so that maintenance techs and/or managers can be notified in a timely manner to effect repairs. Any serious applicant must be highly computer literate, comfortable working with a wide variety of computer applications. Must be able to learn fast. Applicants must also be reliable and punctual and be able to work varied shifts including overnight, holidays and weekends. Education: SBE TV Broadcast Certification desirable
Additional Information: EOE M/F/D/V
Contact: To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to the CODE: OT-082312, c/o: WTAE-TV 400 Ardmore Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Or email WTAE-TVjobs@hearst.com Applicants must include source of referral No phone calls, please!

Opportunity with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Are you looking for a Rewarding Job Opportunity?

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is seeking to fill

The position of Summer Food Service Program Assistant

Thru the AmeriCorps VISTA Program

The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank is working with community partners in Fayette County to facilitate and maintain increased levels of participation in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).

The Summer Food Service Program Assistant may perform some or all of the following activities in an effort to support increased participation in the Summer Food Service Program in Fayette County:

• Establish relationships with current program sponsors and sites; encourage continued participation in the program and document barriers/concerns.
• Foster collaboration among community organizations that participate in the SFSP program
• Participate in opportunities to spread awareness of the Summer Food Service Program

• Research potential educational/recreational opportunities for the youth participants at summer feeding sites and share with program sponsors.
• Develop marketing pieces for distribution/exposure to potential participants.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy to ensure high visibility of program.

• Assist with the research and identification of potential partners.Support food bank staff in all work relating to the expansion of the Summer Food Service Program.

Benefits

AmeriCorps/VISTA benefits of service:

• A Segal AmeriCorps Education Award or post-service stipend - $5,550
• Modest living allowance - $927/month or $11,124/year
• Healthcare benefits while in service
• Childcare assistance while in service
• Student loan forbearance or deferment while in service
• One year of noncompetitive status for a federal government job
• Access to the network of VISTA & VISTA alumni (170,000 strong)

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank will provide:

• Cell phone and computer for use during service
• Mileage reimbursement for work travel

Additional information on reverse
Opportunities for workshops and training
Studies indicate that nearly 17 million children in the United States experience food insecurity, which means not knowing where the next meal will come from.  Summer is a time of particular risk since children do not have access to meals provided at school.
For one year, you will be doing everything you can to insure that the children in Lawrence or Fayette county will have access to nutritional meals during the summer months.
If you are interested in applying or would like to have more information regarding this position or about the AmeriCorps VISTA program.  Please contact Carmen Williams at (412)460-3663 ext., 248 or CWilliams@GPCFB.org.

I know of no great men except those who have rendered great service to the human race.

Voltaire

Additional Terms of Employment

• Paid work outside of sponsoring agency is prohibited
• Paid work study, fellowships, and internship programs are prohibited
• Part-time enrollment in an educational institution must not interfere with the operations of the VISTA project and must be approved by your supervisor

Penn State Career Fairs and Other Events

Hello and Welcome to Fall Semester!

Major FALL 2012 career fair events:Penn State's Fall Career DaysSeptember 11-14
University Park
-- we will be offering a Road Trip on Wednesday for the Internship Day event.

Nittany Lion P.R.I.D.E. Career Event for Penn State students and alumniThursday, September 20
Hidden Valley Resort
-- dozens of local employers expected for this first-ever event connecting Penn Staters with opportunities in Western PA.

Alle-Kiski Regional Job FairThursday, October 4
On Campus here at PSNK
-- Over 50 companies with jobs and internships here in the area.  5^th annual event.

WestPACS Fall Job & Internship FairThursday, October 17
Monroeville Convention Center
-- over 120 employers in all fields with internships and jobs for students and graduates.

PSNK Career Events Document

Penn State Pride Career Event

ET graduate needed

I am looking for help with "Material Safety Data Sheets" at my local
company. If you are a recent Engineering Technology graduate and looking
for some temporary work (2 to 4 weeks) please contact me.

Thanks
Frank Akers
Engineering Services Manager
Bacharach Inc
724-334-5093

Internship Sites for Pittsburgh Area Companies

BNY Mellon Internships
Pittsburgh, PA, US
EQT Internship Opportunities
Multiple locations, US
FedEx Ground: Intern/Coop
Moon Twp, PA, US
Giant Eagle Internship Program
Pittsburgh, PA, US
U.S. Steel Internships
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Westinghouse Intern Cafe
Multiple locations, US

Immediate Need for Promotions Coordinator Intern with Steel City Media

Interns needed for busy promotions department. Steel City Media (Q92.9 & 96.9 Bob FM) is a locally owned and operated media outlet with 2 radio stations and weekly entertainment newspaper.

Interns will aid in event planning and execution; acting as onsite support for the stations. The position will ask interns to create and write promotional announcements and press releases; organize on-air/online giveaways; update winners' and email databases; and much more.

All majors welcome to apply!

Andrew Bilinsky

Promotions Coordinator

WLTJ-FM & WRRK-FM

650 Smithfield Street

Suite 2200

Pittsburgh, Pa 15222

Office -(412) 316-3342 x135

Fax - (412) 316-3388

Vibrant Pittsburgh OppsPlace

Connect with OppsPlace...

Visit Vibrant Pittsburgh and click on OppsPlace to learn about the many job opportunities at some of the largest employers in the Pittsburgh region. The positions listed at BNY Mellon, UPMC, PNC Financial Services, Inc, United States Steel, Highmark, Giant Eagle, PPG Industries, EDMC and FedEx Ground lead to rewarding careers. If you’re not currently looking for a job, OppsPlace provides important topics to help you in your current position and it also allows you to connect and network with colleagues from across the country.  Visit www.vibrantpittsburgh.org then click on OppsPlace… where your opportunity awaits!

Some opportunities in our region: EQT: Community Advisor (ID: 217197-980) Pittsburgh, PA, US FedEx Ground: Engineer I-V (IE and Process)-Corporate (ID: 23042) Moon Twp, PA, US PPG Industries: Production Operators (ID: 5347100) Springdale, PA, US Prudential: Financial Professional Associate (ID: NEW00054)

Pittsburgh, PA, US
Bloomfield Garfield Corporation/Neighborhoods Learning Alliance:Looking for Community L-Earns Site Coordinator
Pittsburgh, PA, US
The Glen Montessori School: Looking for Spanish Teacher
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Consumer Health Coalition (CHC): Looking for Latino Outreach Specialist
Pittsburgh, PA, US
YouthWorks Inc.: Associate Director
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh at  Intl. Airport Needs a PM Housekeeping Supervisor
Pittsburgh, PA, US
CCAC Center for Professional Development is seeking Trade Skills Instructors in various fields such as Plumbing, Electrical & more
Pittsburgh, PA, US
CCAC Center for Professional Development is seeking instructors to assist with the design and teaching of its Natural Gas Compression program
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Allegheny Conference on Community Development: Workplace Project Manager
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Pittsburgh Pirates: Training Manager of Guest Relations
Pittsburgh, PA, US
The Early Learning Institute: Associate Executive Director
Pittsburgh, PA, US

Internships:

BNY Mellon Internships
Pittsburgh, PA, US
EQT Internship Opportunities
Multiple locations, US
FedEx Ground: Intern/Coop
Moon Twp, PA, US
Giant Eagle Internship Program
Pittsburgh, PA, US
U.S. Steel Internships
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Westinghouse Intern Cafe
Multiple locations, US

+ 20,000 other jobs in the Pittsburgh Region at ImaginePittsburgh.com

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Step By Step, Inc. is a community based human service agency devoted to providing customized supports to adults with mental illness, developmental/intellectual disabilities and autism since 1977, has the following CAREER OPPORTUNITIES available in your neighborhood:

DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF:
Direct Support Staff are dedicated to fulfilling the Agencies vision and mission by "opening the doors to independence and opportunity" for the individuals we serve. DSS have direct involvement in assisting individuals with their: emotional/social/intellectual growth, ADL's, life skill development, social and recreational community activities, engaging individuals to become more active in their local community, implementation of goal plans and behavioral supports.

Opportunities available in:

• 15237 Zip code:  New program opening in Shaler/McCandless area supporting two dually diagnosed males.  Actively recruiting for all shifts!
• 15136 Zip code:   Program in McKees Rocks area supporting a male with hearing deficits.  Actively recruiting for all shifts!  ASL (American Sign Language) exp. a plus.  

All applicants must be:• 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a clean driving record for the past three years (as required by the Agencies insurance carrier).
• Possess one year direct experience working in a human service agency, preferably with individuals who have developmental disabilities.Join a team that prides itself on making a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

Step By Step, Inc.
Attn.:  Nicole L. Hill, Staff Recruitment & Retention Specialist
275 Curry Hollow Road, Building 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Phone:  (412) 655-8677 x 204
Fax:  (412) 655-3294
Website:  www.stepbystepusa.com
Email:  nhill@stepbystepusa.com

View more job openings at this company for the Pittsburgh area at http://www.stepbystepusa.com/employment/jobs.cfm?region_id=2

Career Fair

Engineering Internship

W.K. Merriman, Inc.

7038 Front River Road

Pittsburgh, PA 15225

412-262-7024

www.wkmerriman.com

2012 Fall Internship / Part-time Position

• Applicant must be a college junior or senior
• The internship is part-time (approximately 20 hours per week), paid at a rate of $10/hour; hours can be expanded based on performance
• Internship begins in the Fall semester but can be extended throughout the school year and summer (performance dependent)
• Hours are flexible based on class schedule; office is open 8:30 – 5:00 M-F

Experience Opportunities In:
Sales / Marketing:

• Assist with market research using on-line database
• Cold calling potential customers to gather initial information
• Follow-up calls with the marketing team to potential customers
• Work with marketing department to update sales material (spreadsheets, mailings, hand-outs, website)

Environmental / Mechanical Engineering:

• Assist with waste water testing in our on-site lab
• Help as necessary in our warehouse, organizing, re-building pumps, etc…
• Travel on-site to our customers/potentials to assist with trial set-ups
• Update system surveys using CAD program

Send Cover Letter and Resume to:

Wendy Chevalier

Vice President of Marketing

W.K. Merriman, Inc.

7038 Front River Road

Pittsburgh, PA 15225

w.chevalier@wkmerriman.com

Job Fair for Service Members and Veterans

Nestlé Purina Positions Are Now Posted!

Nestlé Purina’s 2013 internships and trainee opportunities have been posted! We are excited to share them with your students, as we are scheduling interviews now. Nestlé Purina is an industry leader that is driven at the core by innovation with a strong belief in work-life balance. This belief helped to earn us multiple Best Places to Work recognitions. The video in the email below gives you a glimpse of the exciting culture at Nestlé Purina.

We are targeting juniors and seniors in most major disciplines for the 2012-2013 recruiting class. We will consider supply chain related majors that are juniors, seniors, or in their 1st year of a Masters program as well.  Finally, we are also targeting 1st year MBAs focusing in Brand Management or Marketing.

We encourage you to share the email below with your students so they can see what a great place Nestlé Purina is to work! You can either click here to see a current list of available positions or direct students to our new Career Connexion App on Facebook that will help them determine what positions would be the best fit for them! Students can also ask our recruiters questions directly on our Facebook wall and apply for jobs using the application.

http://purinacareers.createsend2.com/t/ViewEmail/r/ADE042B1C38C238D/8536A86A9D898E0DFCACEB58A033025D

Innovation Works Job Opening

The Investment Associate will report directly to the Chief Investment Officer (CIO).  The Investment Associate’s primary role will be to assist the CIO in managing the many transactions that occur  within  Innovation Work’s portfolio of companies on a day-to-day basis.  This individual will be responsible for helping to maintain the various investment and portfolio related databases and sources that IW builds and employs, assist in maintaining follow-on investor relationships, and  take on additional projects as required.  The Investment Associate will also assist IW’s in-house Legal Counsel with various legal tasks related to portfolio companies. The Investment Associate is a key employee within Innovation Works and the position requires the highest level of integrity, responsibility, and organizational skills. The Investment Associate will receive broad experience in managing venture capital transactions, due diligence and legal aspects of private equity investments. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain IW’s portfolio company database of securities including debt, equity, warrants and other
• Work with portfolio companies to ensure capitalization tables are continually up to date
• Keep up to date the IW master portfolio spreadsheet of external follow-on investments
• Assist Legal Counsel as needed
• Prepare documents for, attend and record and disseminate accurate minutes for all Investment Committee meetings
• Input quarterly investment data into data reporting services such as Moneytree and Dow Jones
• Incorporate and maintain investor contact information in SalesForce
• Assist CIO in maintaining regular contact with potential follow-on investors
• Revamp and/or create high level VC “pitch book” similar to investment banker style deal books
• Regularly check and update portfolio company listings on the IW website
• Create and maintain a database of terms sheets
• Create and disseminate annual reports on financing trends
• Assist in managing issues around portfolio company collections and final reports
• Attend various venture/angel fairs and other events
• Help with new funding sources such as Heinz, Hygrid, CDFI, SSBCI, etc.
• Support CIO in managing the investment funnel, prepping board materials, due diligence, etc.
• Assist CIO in investor outreach as required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum BS/BA, finance or scientific/technical degree preferred.
• Preference for an individual with work experience and/or  familiarity in the venture capital and/or entrepreneurial areas

Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with complex spreadsheets, databases, etc.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Self-starter willing to take initiatives
• Strong sense of accountability and attention to detail
• Ability to juggle many competing priorities/deadlines
• Highest personal integrity and team-orientation

Kathy Mitchell

Human Resources Strategist

Innovation Works, Inc.

2000 Technology Drive, Suite 250

Pittsburgh, PA  15219

Accountant Open Position

Would you like to work with a talented team of people at a rapidly growing tech company? Join 4moms, a truly innovative juvenile products company. We've introduced robotics technology to the juvenile industry with our suite of high-tech baby gear, including the world's first power-folding stroller.

We have an immediate need for an entry-level Accountant. Within our dynamic Accounting Team, this person will support the day-to-day accounting functions. Reporting to the Controller, this is a great opportunity to learn the accounting ropes in a vibrant work environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist in month end closing process and preparation of financial reports
• Accounts payable
• Daily cash deposits
• Prepare and enter journal entries into the accounting system
• Maintain the general ledger
• Reconciliation of monthly bank statements
• Assist in special projects as needed

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required (accounting internship experience preferred)
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to details
• Diligent about meeting deadlines
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with MS Excel and Word required

In return for your services, we currently offer a competitive total compensation plan including a competitive salary, company paid medical, dental, life & disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, casual dress, twice-weekly company catered lunches and mobile phone coverage.

4moms was honored with the 2011 Kind & Jugend Innovation Award, was named #8 on the 2011 Pittsburgh 100 list of Fastest Growing Companies and #560 on the 2011 INC 5000. Our products have also won the JPMA Innovation Award, the 2011 Popular Science Magazine's Best of What's New Award, and the National Parenting Center Seal of Approval.
 

Kathy Mitchell

Human Resources Strategist

Innovation Works, Inc.

2000 Technology Drive, Suite 250

Pittsburgh, PA  15219