Featured Firms Series: Paychex

Beginning with our 28th Annual Meet the Firms Night this evening, we will continue to feature a number of attending organizations and their available jobs and internships in the coming weeks on this blog. Today, we are taking a look at Paychex, a Human Resources Solutions business headquartered in Rochester, NY and with offices in our local area.

Founded by B. Thomas Golisano in 1971, Paychex started with just $3,000 and a great idea — to make payroll outsourcing easy and affordable for small businesses. Golisano saw the huge untapped market of American businesses with fewer than 100 employees. He went to his employer at the time, a regional payroll processor for big businesses, with his plan. The company wasn't interested, so Golisano struck out on his own. He launched Paychex with just one employee. [Souce: Paychex]

Today, Paychex serves over 570,000 businesses in the United States providing a range of services including Payroll Services, Time and Labor Management, HR Administration & Compliance, 401(k) Employee Benefits, Group Health Insurance, and Paychex HR Solutions. And as Paychex has been listed seven times since 2002 as one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For," we are excited to have its representatives engage with our students regarding job and internship opportunities.

Interested in applying for an opportunity with Paychex? You could join the crowd of other applicants online, or you could take advantage of the fact that Paychex Recruiter Felicia Ortiz is a member of our growing School of Business group on Linkedin. Click here to join us, and start connecting with potential employers today.

Blogging for Gold | Job Opportunity

The following job opportunity comes to us from Shannon King at goldsilver.org.

Photo Credit http://goo.gl/BPsEJ GoldSilver.org is currently looking for a full-time position student to write articles and blog about the Gold Market, the economy, the US dollar, and gold and silver investing in general. Knowledge of the financial sector is helpful but not required. You can earn from $15 to $20 per hour must be an excellent writer for more information please visit the Contact Us page at www.goldsilver.org or fax a resume to (270) 682-1091 and someone will contact you.

2011-2012 Student Mentors | 3 Paid Positions

We are looking for three Junior or Senior students to serve as mentors to four students (each) from Fall to Spring of the 2011-2012 academic year. 

The Sophomore Mentoring Program is designed as a pilot test of a potential future program to increase the retention and level of engagement of our Sophomore students. The goals of the program include the following:

• Increase student identification, investment, and integration within the major department
• Engage sophomores academically and socially with department peers and faculty
• Increase opportunities for sophomores to engage in learning opportunities within the major
• Support the academic success of the students
• Solidify major through career exploration and evaluation of the fit between the chosen major and the student
• Provide job shadowing opportunities for sophomores
• Increase the persistence and retention of sophomore students
• Help sophomore students solidify an academic sense of purpose

As one of three mentors working in this program, you would play a primary role in how these goals are accomplished. Pay is $8.50-9.50 per hour for 25 hours of work per quarter. You can also choose to receive it in the form of a paycheck or a scholarship. And there may be some additional opportunities which arise out of this position based on some of the other special projects we're planning in the School of Business. 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact John Razzouk in the School of Business. We are already beginning to hold interviews for these positions, so act quickly.

Job Opportunity | Communications & Marketing

Job Title: Communications & Marketing Manager Full-time, Non-Exempt $16.00 - 19.00/hour, Benefits Provided   Founded in 1900, the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce represents the interests of business in the greater Riverside area by providing members with networking opportunities, promoting the community, and engaging federal, state, and local officials in order to improve the economic prosperity of the Inland region. Visit our website at www.riverside-chamber.com. Purpose: To lead and organize the marketing efforts for the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce and to accomplish the goal of establishing a robust and cohesive brand for the Chamber. Reports to: President/CEO Essential Functions/Objectives: Publications: write, edit, and manage the production of the Chamber's monthly publication, Greater Riverside Business (GRB), and weekly e-newsletter, Chamber Communicator. Coordinate production of regular and special publications, including annual Membership Directory and Community Map. Website and Social Media: oversee the design and implementation of the Chamber's website and social network presence, including Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter accounts. Develop monthly calendar and oversee staff efforts to distribute informational and promotional information via email distribution network. Media & Public Relations: coordinate development of press releases for special events and Chamber activities and ensure distribution to relevant news media. Establish and maintain professional relationships with local media contacts. Event Presentation: develop and implement audio/visual presentations for regular and special Chamber events and activities. Assists Special Events Manager with coordination of annual events, including the Mayor's State of the City Address, Inaugural, and Board of Directors Retreat. Corporate & Member Benefits: manage corporate and member benefits programs, of which duties include: reviewing potential programs, marketing program to membership, reviewing member participation, and collecting royalties. Business Seminars: organize, market, and execute monthly business seminars, of which duties include: organizing speakers, marketing seminars to membership, and facilitating each seminar. Committee Liaison: serve as staff coordinator and liaison for the Marketing and Business In Action committees of the Chamber. Lead the development of the Chamber's annual marketing plans in support of strategic planning objectives. Perform various office duties:  filing, answering phones, etc. Assume additional responsibilities and assignments as requested by the President/CEO. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills. Ability to multi-task concurrent projects and operate in a fast-paced office environment. Ability to work as a member of a team or independently with limited supervision. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office and graphics/desktop publishing applications, social media networks, and audio/visual equipment. Qualifications and Requirements: Preferred bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience in a professional environment. Able to lift 25 lbs without difficulty. Must have reliable transportation. To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Communications and Marketing Manager Jesse Melgar at jmelgar@riverside-chamber.com.   No phone calls please.

13 Accounting Internship Opportunities

Thanks goes to Professor Kristine Webster for sharing this information. There are thirteen internship opportunities currently available at prestigious firms in multiple states across the U.S. Read more below and note that not only are many of these paid internships, but a number of them also lead to job offers after graduation. Act quickly!

HR Job Opportunity | This Week Only

Attention Human Resource Management MBA students! A group of skilled nursing facilities in the Inland Empire is looking for a bright and motivated graduate to work full-time on Human Resources and Quality Management. Send questions and resumes to John Razzouk in the School of Business. This opportunity is only available for a few more days, so act quickly.

Want an Internship? | Have a Minute (Literally)?

The Riverside EDvantage Internship program will be hosting two speed interview sessions for interns at the 3rd Annual Small Business Resource Expo on Tuesday, May 24, 2011 (See flier below). If you are a student interested in interviewing for internship opportunities this summer, please contact Deisy Ruiz, Internship & Volunteer Coordinator to secure your spot. Admission is free, but space is limited!

Deisy Ruiz
Internship & Volunteer Coordinator
City of Riverside: Office of the Mayor
(951) 826-5372
druiz@riversideca.gov

Paid Internship | Rising Stars in Transit

We're always keeping an eye out for great internship opportunities, and we've got a great local one for you from the Riverside County Transportation Commission. This temporary position, described below, also pays up to $18.00 per hour!

Under supervision, the intern position would provide a number of support duties for the Multimodal Services Department. The position would involve assistance with specific transit data tracking and reporting functions, Metrolink and station performance tracking and reporting functions, passenger surveys, and the ongoing maintenance of information in the station activities database. The position may also assist with public meetings and special events related to transportation projects. Learn more at http://www.rctc.org/downloads/EO_Intern.pdf

Photo by Walid Hassanein

Job Opportunity | Financial Planner

Intercommunity Money Management, just down the street from the La Sierra University campus is looking for a goal-oriented, self-motivated and professional student interested in financial planning.

To learn more about this position, see the contact information below.

Carlos Cordova
4199 Flat Rock Dr. Suite 100
Riverside, CA
92505

Phone: 951-710-9621

Job Description: A person interested in this line of work must be able to understand people, like people, read people and be able to communicate well with people. Must be able to analyze simple or complex financial situations. And be able to understand the way financial products work. This position requires a goal-oriented, self-motivated and professional person who will support and learn from our Sr. Level Advisor.

Apply Fast!!! | Student Worker Position

Did you know that some student worker positions on-campus are available even in the summer? Check out the latest below and act quickly. These jobs rarely stay open for long. And special thanks to Elsa Sifuentes in Admissions and Records for informing us of this opportunity. 

The office of Admissions and Records is seeking a Student Assistant/Transcript Clerk who is dependable, detail-oriented with accurate record keeping and strict attention to detail. Must be able to work during all breaks, graduation weekend, and most importantly during the summer. Experience within a customer service oriented environment responding to and meeting/exceeding the needs of the customer. Answering high volume of phone calls and must be able to multitask. Have the ability to interact effectively with department staff as well as campus and outside community. Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and other related computer applications. Independently draft letters and memos for signature or review by supervisor/manager, using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, composition, text editing, and proofreading skills. Preferably freshmen, sophomore or graduate students who can work a minimum of 15 hours a week. Please fill out an application at the office of Human Resources and take the clerical test as well. Bring both forms to the office of Admissions and Records. 

What is an Internship?

If you don't know, I hope you already have a great job already lined up. In a highly competitive job market where employers hire for experience even for entry-level jobs, an internship can put you a head above the rest. So read up on information about internships at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internship, check out the latest job/internship posts from the School of Business at http://goo.gl/Z5mG7, and plan on attending the upcoming Internship information session.

The La Sierra Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management is hosting a special session for students on Wednesday, March 16 from 5:45-6:30 in Room 204 of the School of Business. We will be joined by Deisy Ruiz, La Sierra Alum and Citywide Internship Coordinator for the City of Riverside. You won't want to miss this unique opportunity!

Job Opportunity | First American Equipment Finance

Attention MBA students and business alumni, First American Equipment Finance has sent us information on the attractive position of Commercial Account Manager. Special thanks to Jason Downs, School of Business Alum ('98). You may obtain the contact information of the First American Equipment Finance Hiring Manager by contacting John Razzouk in the School of Business.
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First American Equipment Finance

Commercial Account Officer

First American Equipment Finance is a leader in commercial equipment finance. With its national headquarters in Rochester, First American serves sophisticated corporate borrowers in all 50 states. The desire to provide truly exceptional customer service has led to the company’s consistent growth and recognition by Inc. 500 as one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. In 2009, First American was recognized as one the nation’s 10 largest independent equipment financing companies.

Internship/Potential Job | Social Media

A former alumnus of the School of Business is offering a senior marketing student an internship with the possibility of full-time work after the 3-month internship period. If you enjoy tweeting and checking out Facebook, among other types of social media, then this might be the job for you! Please read below and communicate directly with Aline Leite at aline@guyandeva.com. 

Colloquium Speaker | Feb 15

Just a reminder to all that this Tuesday's colloquium will feature Vivienne Stanford, from State Farm Insurance. She will be sharing the career path that State Farm offers. Their business has weathered the great recession better than other companies in their field. Just last month, they held an orientation gala where they were looking to hire 23 new managers. Their training program is the key to their success and you would be surprised at the income earned by their managers and the longevity of ther careers.

See you Tuesday at 5 PM in CH 100.

50-70k Entry-Level Opportunity

The following opportunity comes to us from Cbeyond, an IT and communications services provider throughout the U.S. This looks like a great opportunity for students and graduates with or even without sales experience!

Entry Level Business to Business Sales (Public Co - Base + Comm) If you are looking for a great entry-level sales position to start your career in sales, we want to speak with you today! • Cbeyond has formal classroom and field training to prepare you for a successful career in sales and sales management. • This is a high activity sales model where employees are responsible for a monthly new sales quota by prospecting, cold calling, and lead generation. ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION Cbeyond, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBEY) is a leading IP-based managed services provider that delivers integrated packages of communications and IT services to more than 45,000 small businesses in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, San Diego, Minneapolis, Washington DC, Seattle, Miami, San Francisco and Boston. Cbeyond offers more than 20 productivity-enhancing applications including local and long-distance voice, broadband Internet, mobile, BlackBerry®, broadband laptop access, voicemail, email, web hosting, fax-to-email, data backup, file-sharing and virtual private networking. Cbeyond manages these services over a private, 100-percent Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) facilities-based network. For more information on Cbeyond, visit www.cbeyond.net Job Requirements The ideal candidate is one that has excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, a strong competitive attitude, self motivation, and exceptional work ethic. Some outside sales experience is desired, but not required. RECENT GRADS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! • 31, 500 BASE First year reps make 50k-70k, 2nd year reps make 80k-100k. The position includes a base, full benefits, gas/car allowance, blackberry, matching 401k, stock options, etc. Why Candidates Choose Cbeyond 1. FINANCIAL STABILITY! Cbeyond is a publicly traded company. NASDAQ: CBEY 2. UPWARD MOBILITY! Cbeyond promotes from within based on performance. You determine how far you’ll go. 3. CUSTOMER RETENTION! Cbeyond has a 99.4% customer retention rate! We sell a product every business needs. 4. TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT! Cbeyond offers classroom style training onsite as well as ongoing field training. 5. MANAGEMENT STYLE! Our managers are former sales representatives; they’ve done your job and know how to help. We offer a hands-on, team approach to develop your talent.

Paid Summer Internship | Saatchi & Saatchi

If you are an ideas person, think outside the box, are willing to be different, have high energy and a great, team-oriented attitude, then Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles has a great opportunity for you. Note this exciting new internship opportunity from a firm that has done work with Toyota, Visa, Sony, T-Mobile, Procter & Gamble, and more!

At Saatchi LA, we believe in creating ideas that can live anywhere. We believe that everyone matters. And we believe that, when we work as a team, nothing is impossible. Our collective goal is to create compelling user experiences that engage consumers with our brands and inspire loyalty beyond reason. We are a diverse group of like-minded individuals, brought together by a passion for creating unexpected breakthrough ideas based on insightful strategies in all media channels work on behalf of our clients, and positively influencing popular culture. We are collaborators, finishers, and believers in the flawless execution of unexpected, breakthrough ideas.

At Saatchi LA, we believe that creating transformational work requires passion, tenacity, curiosity and optimism. We believe in bringing out the best in each other, and in ourselves. And, we believe that working 2.5 miles from the beach isn't so bad, either. If you can see yourself here, keep reading!

We're looking for a few good interns to join us for the summer. Give us your energy, enthusiasm and thirst for knowledge, and we'll give you the experience of a lifetime. More than just a resume-builder, our internship program will challenge your expectations, broaden your horizons, and show you, beyond a shadow of a doubt, why advertising is our passion. Here's the pitch: When: June 6th through July 29th Where: Our offices - 3501 Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance, CA Duration: 8 weeks, 40 hours/week Salary: $11/hour Who's eligible: College juniors and seniors. Candidates from all over will be considered but must provide their own accommodations and transportation while in Los Angeles. Four days a week, you'll spend eight hours a day with us, learning the ins and outs of the business, interacting with some of the best and brightest, and getting a firsthand look at the advertising process. But we're not all business here at Saatchi LA - community service and giving back is a huge part of who we are and what we do. That's why, one day per week, you'll spend your time volunteering at one of several local charities we support. Visit our website to complete the application process and provide us with your resume (www.saatchila.com). Our team of crack advertising professionals will review your qualifications and, if they feel you're a fit, will reach out to you to schedule an interview. Get through that, and you're in! Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a great summer!

Full-Time Position | Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce

Job Title: Membership/Advertising Sales Representative

Full-time, Non-Exempt

To Apply: Submit cover letter and resume to apoloko@pacbell.net. Please no phone inquiries.

Founded in 1915, this chamber represents the interests of business in the greater Corona Valley area - in 2010 the Corona Chamber enhanced its geographic footprint and is doing business as the Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce.  With three distinct and unique communities - Corona, Norco and Eastvale, the GCVC is a fast-paced organization with focus on improving economic prosperity - promoting the creation of private sector jobs - throughout the region.  Our work revolves around providing members with networking opportunities, promoting the community and engaging federal, state, county and local officials on behalf of business interests.  Visit our web site:www.MyChamber.org

Purpose: The Membership/Advertising Sales Representative generates revenue by selling memberships to prospective non-member businesses by communicating the benefits, resources and services of the Chamber.  Provides detailed information on various programs and orients the client to the Chamber's advertising vehicles including the Chamber magazine, printed directory, city maps and web site advertising components.

Paid Marketing Sales Internship | Mesa Safe

Mesa Safe Company is rolling out its New Mesa Safe Company Internship Program and this may be the opportunity that you have been looking for! Get college credit while acquiring real world career experience. This can be a three, six or twelve month internship and could possibly lead to permanent position at the end of the internship program.

Mesa Safe Company, a pioneer in the Safe Industry featuring “All Steel Construction Safes” is building their Field Marketing Sales Internship Program with High Energy, Outgoing, and Performance Driven Individuals. You will be working directly with the public in a retail setting demonstrating and educating the consumer on the Superior Features and Benefits of Mesa Safes compared to its competition.

Our Internship program consists of training & the tools you need to be successful in becoming an expert in Mesa Safes. You will be set up with “Built In” sales opportunities from the start. Your job is to simply communicate the Mesa Difference to the consumer and educate the consumer why it is “Better to be Mesa Safe than Sorry!”

Ideal individual must possess a “Hunger” to learn in a fast paced environment. You must also have reliable transportation. Compensation is based on performance; so your earning potential is up to YOU!

If this sounds like what you have been looking for please send us your resume with a cover letter stating why you feel this would be a great fit for you.

Contact email: MARKETING@MESASAFE.COM

Full-Time Positions | Adventist Health System

Please scroll below to see some full-time positions open in the Adventist Health System involving accounting and marketing opportunities. Please be in touch directly by sending your resume and cover email to David Gordon at david.gordon@ahss.org. He attended last fall's Meet the Firms Night.

Accountant-Cash Reconciliation Management (CRM) department-AHS

The Cash Reconciliation Management (CRM) department of the Adventist Health System Corporate Office is looking for a full time accountant. Ideal applicants will have the following:
-Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
-Mission minded
-Pays attention to detail
Interested candidates can email their resume and GPA to david.gordon@ahss.org!
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Emergency Department Manager- Manchester Memorial Hospital

Manchester Memorial, in Manchester Kentucky, is looking for an EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT MANAGER! Ideal applicants will have the following:

-Bachelor’s degree in nursing
-Licensed by the State as an RN
-Two years of ED or Critical care manager experience

*Email your resume to david.gordon@ahss.org!*

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DIRECTOR of ORLANDO OPERATIONS-HOSPICECARE-Florida Hospital Flagler

Florida Hospital Flagler is looking for a DIRECTOR of ORLANDO OPERATIONS-HOSPICECARE to lead the hospice services in the Orange/Osceola service area. Ideal applicants will have the following:

-Florida RN license
-BS in nursing, business, or other related field
-Minimum of three years of healthcare management experience in hospice care.

Email david.gordon@ahss.org for more details!
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Communication Manager-Adventist Health System

Adventist Health System (AHS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Communications Manager position to work with our hospitals in the Multistate Division (MSD).  This position will be based at Winter Park, FL and will travel to our facilities up to 25% of the time.

This position is responsible for a wide variety of communication needs including managing and coordinating system campaign collaterals for an internal online database, developing and implementing communication requests from the MSD hospitals, initiating campaign strategies from conception to delivery that would provide value to all MSD hospitals on common service lines, writing feature stories from the MSD that can be highlighted in media outlets as well as internal publications, serves as liaison to the MSD for AHS collaterals and requests.  The person will also be an active member at Corporate Communications Department events.

Education

-Bachelors Degree with a concentration in Communications, Marketing, or related field.

Experience

-Minimum of 5 years of experience implementing a variety of marketing strategies, with a minimum 2 years experience in the healthcare services field

Technical skills and competencies

• Balanced fusion of creative, analytical, marketing and project management skills is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint a must.   
• InDesign and Photoshop experience preferred
• Exceptional writing, verbal, and presentation communication skills are mandatory.   

*Interested candidates can send their resume to david.gordon@ahss.org!*

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Marketing/Communication Opportunities at Adventist Health System!

Adventist Health System has several MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS positions in its Central Florida facilities. Ideal applicants will the following:
-Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related area and
-Experience in these fields with healthcare experience preferred.
-Great communication skills
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Graphic Designer-Adventist Health System

The Communications Department of Adventist Health System is looking for an entry level GRAPHIC DESIGNER to join its dynamic team! Are you interested? Email your resume to david.gordon@ahss.org!

Accounting Position Interviews | Nevada-Utah Conference

Hello Graduating Accounting Students!

Still looking for work? If so, please sign up for an interview with Jason Bergmann from the Nevada-Utah Conference. The sign-up sheet is outside my office (SB 102). The interviews will be held this coming Tuesday, February 8, 11 AM - 5 PM. The Nevada-Utah Conference is looking for an accountant, so polish your resumes up and dress professionally. The Nevada-Utah Conference website is http://www.nevadautah.org/.

Post by Cheryl Bauman, Coordinator for Student Services