Thursday, April 12, 2007

Trade Show Training Unique Internship!

UNIQUE INTERNSHIP
Do you want an internship that stretches your abilities? Do you want to do more than you know? Or think you can do? Get thrown to the wolves to test your abilities? Come out with a sterling record and perhaps continue into a real job with the same company?


NOTE – This is open to Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students. Prior experience is helpful but not necessary – the desire to succeed is most important. Age is not a factor – but your ability and willingness to learn is important. Will consider two interns at the same time – just give me a reason. It is possible to work remotely from home or from Richmond, Virginia!


DESCRIPTION
Trade Show Training, inc. is a Richmond-VA-based firm that conducts national seminars – Camp Sho-M-Sel-M - and consults with corporate clients. Plus, TSTi has an online course, newsletter and correspondence with an international audience.


REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent spelling, grammar and writing skills
- Strong Internet skills, PowerPoint and presentation programs
- Clear speaking voice
- Able to follow directions + give accurate information + willingness to learn
- Must have mature attitude, be a self-starter, require little supervision


DUTIES
The Mundane Stuff
-Online and other correspondence - monitor and answer per instructions
-Online site - monitor and change as needed per instructions
-Take accurate messages and forward as needed
-Update the online and paper mailing lists
-Handle outgoing mailings
-Coordinate with me when I’m on the road


The Medium Stuff
-Write releases. Post internationally and keep track of them
-Assist with TSTi online Newsletter
-Assist with preparation of TSTi seminars
-Meeting planning details – hotel, facilities, speakers - selection, contracts
-Attend a trade show – i.e. - Trade Show Exhibitors Assoc show in DC


The Extra and Continuing Stuff
-Write articles and opinion pieces for online distribution
-Write and distribute TSTi Newsletter articles
-Optional - Present at TSTi seminars
-Optional - Get a real job with TSTi


PAY
Sorry - this is an experience internship from May through August,
2007. No pay but a bonus for Camp attendees who register through your efforts. If you continue beyond the internship, pay will
be negotiated.


OPTIONAL BONUS
#1 - Reduced housing costs. Stay in my house. Take care of business. Take care of the cat.
#2 – An internship can be structured so you do this remotely via Internet


REQUIREMENTS
-Must be absolutely trustworthy
-Must be Internet-savvy and protective of the TSTi brand
-Must not smoke – anything
-Must be drug-free
-Must be willing to work hard
-Must have an entrepreneurial inclination


To Apply
1. Step 1 - A letter of interest via e-mail. Do not send attachments. Please tell me why you are interested in this internship.
2. Step 2 – If selected, you will be asked to send samples of writing and a full resume including references.


Contact:
Julia O’Connor
Julia@TradeShowTraining.com
PO Box 17155 – Richmond VA 23226
804-270-3000
http://www.TradeShowTraining.com

Online Summer Hospitality Classes offered through UNLV

UNLV is offering the following online classes during two five week
summer sessions. These classes carry academic credit and can be
applied to a degree and/or transferred to other colleges

Click Here for Course Descriptions

Summer Term II: June 4 to July 6
Catering Sales and Operations
Special Events Management


Summer Term III: July 9 to August 10
Catering Sales and Operations
Hospitality Marketing
Meeting Planning


You can take these classes as a non-admitted student. Each class
costs approx. $500 plus the cost of the book.

Directions for enrolling in an online class as a non-admitted student:

Non-admitted students are not degree seeking and do not have to pay the $60 application fee. More information on page 27 of this catalog excerpt: http://www.unlv.edu/pubs/catalogs/undergraduate/pdf/main/admissions.pdf

Logistical information for non-admitted students:
http://summerterm.unlv.edu/Non-Admitted.htm

Click here for the Summer schedule: Online classes have section numbers in the 200s – 210, 211, 212)

Be sure to check with your advisors to be sure your school will accept the credit toward your degree.


Contact Patti Shock directly for more information.

Patti J. Shock, CPCE
Professor and Chair
Tourism and Convention Administration Department
Harrah College of Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 Maryland Pkwy - Box 456023
Las Vegas NV 89154-6023
Phone: 702/895-0875 Fax: 702/895-4870
E-mail: patti.sh...@unlv.edu
Blog: http://www.bloglines.com/blog/PattiShock

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Send 'Thank You' Notes to Prospective Employers

From MSNBC.com


To please potential employers, say 'thank you'. You might be thinking I sound like a throwback from the workplace dark ages, but sending a thank-you note after a job interview can be an important step toward landing the job you want.

The link that follows will take you to an article by Eve Tahmincioglu concerning "Thank you" notes, as well as a few examples.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17871801/

Creating a Positive Professional Image

The following article, written by Mallory Stark, is an interview with Laura Roberts. Laura is an assistant professor at Harvard Business School. The article discusses the idea of Professional Image and how it affects your role in the work place. It also discusses how and why you should manage your own image before others do it for you.

Click here to go to article by Laura Roberts.

This is a very insightful article for anyone who will be entering the working world soon, or who is already there.

Internship Available with Talley Management Group Inc.

Talley Management Group, Inc is currently seeking an intern to assist the meeting planning department for the summer of 2007!

The intern will be needed for 3 or more days each week for at least 22.5 hours each week. Weekend hours will not be necessary.

The principal duties of the intern are as follows:

Administrative

1. Under the direction of the Meeting Coordinators, the intern will be responsible for the following duties for assigned accounts:

  • Assist with creating databases, merging and mailing of speaker/facultyconfirmation letters and tracking of responses
  • Assist in compiling documentation and preparation of Accreditation applications when appropriate
  • Assist with printing and distribution of staging guides/set-up books
  • Assist with promotional piece fulfillment
  • Type copy for brochures, programs, and other printed matter
  • Proofread text for printed materials

2. Compose correspondence in response to general inquiries
3. Responsible for preparation and inventory of shipments of meeting supply kits and program materials shipped to conference site
4. Communicate directly with clients in absence of Meeting Coordinators
5. Responsible for taking of Team Meeting minutes when a Meetings only client.

Secretarial

1. Type and proof correspondence as assigned for respective accounts
2. File correspondence and maintain files in an organized manner for easy retrieval
3. Process incoming and outgoing mail including faxes (read, date stamp and distribute mail including follow-up, as needed)
4. Answer department telephones, route calls and handle requests for general information
5. Photocopy and scan
6. Perform all other duties as assigned

Other:

Intern must possess excellent organizational skills; perform job duties diligently; work effectively with all TMG staff; prioritize assignment and meet deadlines; have strong oral and written communication skills. Be proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, be familiar with Access and learn new software programs as appropriate. Be able to work overtime upon request. Maintain supportive and collaborative working relationship with all TMG staff.

If you would like to apply for this internship please contact:

Heather Ludwick
Meetings Coordinator
Talley Management Group, Inc.
19 Mantua Road
Mt. Royal, NJ 08061-1006
Phone: (856) 423-7222 ext 223
Fax: (856) 423-3420
Email: hludwick@talley.com


About Talley Management Group Inc:

TALLEY MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. is an association and event management company. Our business philosophy is based on integrity and respect.

Our primary goal is to help each client organization be as successful as possible either by bringing the latest association, convention and exposition management industry trends and information to their benefit or by working with them to establish and achieve their strategic objectives.

WWW.TALLEY.COM