Fastenal Internships Spring 2015

Fastenal in New Bedford is looking for strong candidates for part-time positions, that qualify as internships for the Spring 2015.  Fastenal has a long-standing track record of hiring UMD students and promoting from within. These are paid positions and involve sales. Interested candidates should send a resume and a cover letter ASAP to Michael Hitchins at: mhitchin@fastenal.com

Three new insutrctional videos added today

Here's a link to three new instructional internship videos added today to the blog.  Each is 11 minutes or less in length.  They are simply narrated PPTs recorded and put up on Youtube so don't expect a polished production but I thought they may trigger some ideas on your part and I recorded them in an attempt to answer common questions I get from students about how to search for a quality internship.

Link to videos is below:
http://businessinternships.blogspot.com/p/internship-videos-searching-for-one-and.html

I hope these help.

Professor Griffin

Marketing internship - Rhode Island - Financial Advisors

MARKETING INTERN POSITION (UNPAID/COLLEGE CREDIT AVAILABLE)

Waddell & Reed, Inc
Financial Advisors™
www.waddell.com

 Company Profile:

Waddell & Reed, Inc., formed in 1937, is one of the most enduring broker/dealers in the United States. We offer advisors an environment which seeks to combine the philosophical and practice flexibility of an independent model with the support and resource infrastructure of a full-service firm. Our Classic advisors emphasize comprehensive financial planning and work in a direct-to-fund environment. Our Choice Advisors, utilizing the brokerage platform of Pershing, LLC, work in an open-architecture environment providing a comprehensive array of products and fee-based structures. Advisors from both operating environments can qualify for stock of our public company and enjoy highly competitive compensation structures within the practice model that they select, with payouts ranging from 60% to 90%. In a commoditized broker/dealer world, we believe we offer a uniquely flexible and supportive structure that provides advisors, and their clients, the opportunity to optimize their success.

DESCRIPTION:

The position of the intern will act as a key support person for a Financial Advisor and the individual Waddell & Reed practice. This allows an intern the unique ability shadow the experience and see firsthand what it is like to run a Financial Planning practice while helping a Financial Advisor manage their practice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Junior/Senior Marketing or Business related majors.
Availability Monday-Friday. Varied hours, yet flexible for student’s schedule.

NECESSARY SKILLS:

• Detail-oriented with demonstrated organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication, time-management and interpersonal skills; tact and confidentiality
• Proficient computer skills; including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to handle varied work flow, deadlines and time constraints
• Self-motivated and coachable with a desire to grow and learn.
• Outgoing personality; sales ability/experience a plus

MARKETING DUTIES:

 

·         Learn about the financial services industry and related marketing efforts.

 

·         Learn about our Customer Relationship Management database program to retrieve key information, facilitate client contact plan and to create marketing related client lists.

·         Observe and participate in Social Media/Networking Web site activities and promotions using LinkedIn etc.

 

·         Participate in ongoing enhancements and updates to our Web site

 

·         Participate in and observe ongoing development of our Internet and Search Marketing initiatives.

 

·         Practice coordinating and developing sample marketing / recruiting plans.

·         Learn how to research potential new marketing services.

 

·         Observe and assist with development and preparation of marketing letters and materials for prospective clients.

 

·         Provide feedback in the maintenance of our marketing materials.

 

·         Learn how to perform a limited number of general office duties.             

 

To apply Please send Resume to email address below.

Internship Supervisor Contact Information:  
Todd Vroman, District Branch Manager
tvroman@wradvisors.com
401-885-2342    

Did you do an internship in Fall 2014?

If you did an internship in Fall 2014, I need you to complete a quick survey.  It's only 7 questions and your replies will help me a great deal.  Please go to:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QTDZC69

Thanks so much.

Professor Mike Griffin

Searching for an internship

There is still time to find a quality internship and to get it approved for credit for the Spring 2015 semester but time is running so start now.  I recommend that you become familiar with the process by reviewing our web page at: http://www.umassd.edu/charlton/internship/

Also, on this blog there is a report on how to land an excellent internship (see the tabs near the top) and you should read that.  If you come upon a great internship and want it approved, I will need details so please read about that at http://www.umassd.edu/charlton/internship/

If you want to watch a video (screen cast) of a PPT that I did to help students come up with a  search plan, here is the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEFId6bRckY  It is about a 10 minute video.  I hope it helps.  Also keep in mind that the Career Development Center has a new Associate Director who will be able to assist you with your search and provide career development advice starting with our Spring semester.  Alyssa Snizek will be joining us on January 20 as our new Associate Director for the Career Development and will be located in the Campus center - behind the UMASS PASS office. 

Finally, with about 2 weeks to go before the semester starts, students are finalizing plans to start a spring internship.  If you have something in the works, your goal should be to get it approved by me by the end of the add/drop period so I can get you into one of our 399 sections.  I may also be able to get you into the course up to a week beyond the add/drop period but it will be imperative that you keep me informed as to what is happening.  We have a bit less flexibility on late enrollments into the internship class than we have had in the past so it is critical that you plan and execute your plan with a goal of starting within a week or so of the start of the semester and please communicate your plans with me.  I have to examine the internship proposal (email) and see if I can approve.  If anyone is unfamiliar with what I look for in a good internship, think about reading my best practices document at: http://www.umassd.edu/media/umassdartmouth/charlton/otherformsandpdfs/Best_Practices_for_Internship_Providers.pdf

You should also collect this type of information, as best you can, before sending me an email asking for an approval:

Description of the company including the mission, location, sales and market coverage. Please include your web URL (if you have it):
Primary duties and responsibilities:
What will the student learn from this experience (list 4 or 5 learning objectives)?
Job Title:
Academic preparation of the student required (graduate, senior, junior, courses taken, GPA, etc.):
Skills required:
Hours of work:
Start and end dates:
Primary supervisor and contact information:

Finally, it is not too soon to start generating some leads for a summer internship.  And you can get credit for a summer internship by getting your internship approved, working at least 135 hours this summer, and completing the 399 online internship course.


Good luck and enjoy the remainder of the break.

Professor Griffin

Marketing Intern for Marketing Director

Chartwells Higher Education: UMass Dartmouth Dining Services

Marketing Intern for Marketing Director

Assist the location management team through development, production and implementation of tactical marketing initiatives aimed at increasing customer retention, improving image, improving margins and increasing market share for Dining Services. Emphasis on customer satisfaction and growing base business.

Duties:

1. Work with Marketing Director to develop marketing collateral to assist in driving sales at all locations and meal plan sales.

2. Responsible for designing and developing ad campaigns for University Publications, radio, etc.

3. Collaborate Marketing Director to develop an inclusive communication strategy that includes direct mail, social media, focus groups, customer surveys, and advisory committee, to all of the specific university customer segments.

4. Develop and maintain account specific websites, promoting both retail and board dining programs.

5. Help in the coordination of all on campus events.

6. Work with other UMass Dining Student Employees in overseeing all Market Research Projects.

7. Collaborating with other interns in projects.

8. Responsible for putting together spreadsheets for all data involving various marketing projects including Meal Plan Sales and Budgeting.

9. Any other duties assigned by Dining Service Managers.

Must be at least a sophomore business major.  Marketing Major is preferred.

Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and complete assignments involving multiple functions in a timely manner. Excellent technical, written and oral communication skills are required. Individual must be a self-starter and very detailed oriented. This is a paid position.  Internship credit is also available through the Charlton School of Business.

10 – 15 hours/week.

Please submit your resume via email to Caitlin Cooney, Marketing Director of UMass Dartmouth Dining Services by January 28^th.  If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Email: Caitlin.Cooney@compass-usa.com

Accounting Internship: Fall 2015 CPA Firm

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Firm:                                      Kahn, Litwin, Renza & Co., Ltd.

Website:                                 www.kahnlitwin.com

Contact:                                 Steven Loffredo, HR Manager

Location # 1:                          951 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904

(Main Office)

Location # 2:                          97 John Clarke Road, Middletown, RI 02842

Location # 3:                          800 South Street, Ste. 300, Waltham, MA 02453

Position Title:                        Accounting Intern

Dress Code:                           Business Professional/Business Casual

Compensation:                      $15.00 per hour (subject to future market adjustment)

Semester:                                Fall 2014 (September)

Minimum GPA:                    3.3

Hours Worked:                     12-16 hrs per week

Supervisor:                            Claire Iacobucci, CPA, Partner

Director of Accounting and Audit

Firm Overview:                    

Founded in 1975, KLR is one of New England’s premier accounting and business consulting firms.  With over 200 team members and offices in Boston, Cambridge, Newport, Providence, Waltham and Shanghai, China, KLR provides a wide range of services to both individuals and businesses.

Ranked one of the largest firms in New England, KLR’s growth and commitment to client service is unparalleled in the industry.  We offer a wide array of corporate and individual financial advisory services that will help you gain real business experience as you grow within the accounting profession.  Communication, Cost Saving Strategies, Relationships and Excellence are the core of our commitment to our clients.

KLR has been awarded three Practice Innovation Awards and named one of the Best Places to Work (9 years in a row).  Our award-winning firm helps ensure our ability to retain the most talented professionals to support your business.

Largest Accounting firm in RI

• One of the Largest Firms in New England

• Largest Accounting Firm in RI

• Six Offices

• 200 Team Members

• Best Place to Work both locally and nationally

• Best Accounting Firm to Work for in US

• Top 100 Accounting Firms in US

• Award winning training program

• Excellence in Workplace - Sloan Award

Internship Description:

During the accounting internship assignment, the intern works for a period of up to four (4) months and participates in various accounting and auditing engagements and tax assignments under the supervision and guidance of highly experienced firm personnel.  The intern receives an intensive, fast paced introduction to our firm’s audit and tax compliance services and develops a basic understanding of public accounting and the firm. 

Personal and Professional Responsibilities:

Participate in audit assignments under the supervision and guidance of firm personnel. 

• Primary Duties / Responsibilities: Audit

Ø  Fieldwork – important to understand how to properly reference workpapers   (envelope method)

Ø  Inventory field work

Ø  Foot and tie financial statements

Ø  Link financial statements 

Ø  Trial Balance import – converting the files for TB import, especially QuickBooks files that need text-to-column

Ø  Depreciation schedules for small business; input into ProFX

Ø  Enter liabilities

Ø  Scan workpapers

Ø  Confirmations

Ø  Create / prepare engagement letters

Ø  Work in Accounting Groups

Ø  Trial Balance Inputting

Ø  Field work at client sites

Ø  Assist professional staff with gathering information for reports

Ø  Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

Ø  Become more familiar with the firm’s computer technology, with actual hands-on experience

Ø  Develop a greater understanding of public accounting and the firm

Ø  Participate in monthly firm meetings

Ø  Work effectively with all others in the firm

Participate in tax assignments under the supervision and guidance of firm personnel. 

• Primary Duties / Responsibilities: Tax

Ø  Enter 1040’s

Ø  New client set-ups; set up binder and enter fixed assets

Ø  Preparation of tax organizers for submission and review by firm staff

Ø  Preparation of basic individual tax returns

Ø   Preparation of individual, corporate and partnership tax extensions

Ø  Prepare 1099’s

Ø  Enter fixed assets

Ø  Organize documents

Ø  Research

Ø  Create spreadsheets

Ø      Assist professional staff with gathering information for reports and tax returns

Ø      Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors

 
Education Requirements:

• Must be enrolled in a degree program with major field of study in accounting
• Junior or Senior level standing in the fall 2015 semester.  Graduate students are also eligible to apply
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of accounting theory and principles with practical application
• Basic knowledge of work paper format
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Work effectively with all others in the firm

Please submit a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format, and your most recent course transcript to Steven Loffredo at sloffredo@KahnLitwin.com