Get A Job

Looking for a co-op/internship or a full-time professional position starting after graduation? Then take advantage of the interviewing opportunities offered through the Recruiting Programs. 

On-campus recruiting is open to all current degree students and the class of 2011. Simply login to Hawks Hunt and upload your resume.  

On-Campus Interviews

On-campus interviews are scheduled from mid-October through the the first week of May. During this time, many organizations representing a comprehensive and diverse range of career opportunities will visit Roger Williams University to interview candidates for co-ops/internships and post-graduate professional opportunities. 

You can view the schedule of recruiting employers and their position openings in Hawks Hunt. The list is updated throughout the academic year, so be sure to check it frequently.

Roger Williams University Career Center
Career Exploration and Civic Engagement
One Old Ferry Road
Bristol, RI  02809
Phone: (401) 254-3224
Fax: (401) 254-3497
careers@rwu.edu

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The following links have identified as being helpful. Also, consider coming in to look through the additional resources in the Career Center Discovery Center.

The following websites are not under control of RWU or the Career Center, and the Career Center is not responsible for the contents of these pages. We welcome your feedback on our links page and would appreciate notification of broken links or suggestions for other helpful career-related sites.

It may be helpful to read up on internet searching skills available by clicking this link: http://www.learnwebskills.com/company/index.html

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• http://www.business-disability.com/
  Job seekers can access free job and internship listings, tips, and career events.
   
• http://www.jobaccess.org
  Search opportunities in business, government, and nonprofit (powered by www.careerbuilder.com).
   
• http://www.federaljobs.net/disabled.htm
  In conjunction with usajobs and federaljobs.
• http://www.entrypoint.org/
  ENTRY POINT program information from the American Association for the Advancement of Science offers internships for students with disabilities in science, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and some business fields.
   
• http://www.miusa.org
  Empowering people with disabilities around the world by ensuring their inclusion in international exchange and international development programs.
   
• http://www.nbdc.com/
  National Business and Disability Council site - with job listings and career fair information -International Students.
• http://www.h1visajobs.com - Database of 20,000 H-1B Visa sponsoring Employers(similar to above site, but this one requires a fee).
   
• http://www.gfn.com/career
  The Gay Financial Network Career Center.
   
• http://www.gaywork.com/
  In partnership with Monster, find gay-friendly employers.
   
• http://www.hrc.org/Template.cfm?Section=Work_Life
  National source of information on workplace policies and laws surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity. Research prospective employers by name, policy type, geographic region, or industry.
   
• http://www.outprofessionals.org/
  The nation's biggest gay and lesbian business network.
   
• http://www.progayjobs.com
  Recruiting portal that provides diversity-focused employers with opportunities to post jobs and advertise.
   
• http://www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/adult/self_advocacy.html
  Tips for self advocacy in the workplace by Dale S. Brown.
   
• http://www.hirediversity.com
  Job search engine promoting all aspects of diversity.
   
• http://www.ihispano.com
  A leading career resource for Hispanic professionals.
   
• http://www.joblatino.com
  Job opportunities, fellowships, internships, as well as general info about Hispanic orgs.
   
• http://www.kazinow.com
  Finally a job board for everyone; from students to executives searching for jobs in Africa and African Related Companies, these include diversity conscious companies around the world. Kazinow.com is designed to help jobseekers find internships, temporary jobs, part-time jobs and full-time jobs. You can also just post your jobs to individual countries.
• http://www.military.com
  Job searching, resume tips, job fairs, etc.

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• http://makingthedifference.org/index.shtml

  Call to Serve, a joint initiative between the Partnership for Public Service and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), is dedicated to helping you learn more about careers in the federal government. To date, more than 642 campuses and 75 federal agencies have joined together to form the Call to Serve network.
   

• http://www.usajobs.opm.gov
  The most complete listing of federal jobs, links to hot jobs and featured employers - BE SURE TO CHECK OUT the "Explore Other Agencies" link near the bottom of the page for links to ALL of the agencies.
   
• http://www.careersingovernment.com
  Clearinghouse of information, resources and jobs available in public sector organizations in America and abroad.
   
• http://www.federaljobs.net
  This site will assist you with your government job search and it guides you step-by-step through the process. Start with the overview then visit other selections to explore this lucrative job market. Current and retired federal civil service employees will also find helpful information here.
   
• http://www.hillzoo.com
  Jobs in government and K Street - jobs for Democrats and Republicans - housing info, too.
   
• http://www.usda.gov
  U.S. Department of Agriculture site, with specific links.
   
• http://www.fsis.usda.gov/OM/hrd/default.htm
  Food Safety and Inspection Service.
   
• http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/about/employment.html
  Natural Resources Conservation Site.
   
• http://www.ams.usda.gov/human/
  The Agricultural Marketing Service.
   
• http://www.fcc.gov
  Federal Communications Commission positions.
   
• http://jobs.fws.gov
  U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service jobs, for student jobs/internships.
   
• http://jobs.fws.gov/studentjobs.htm and careers: http://hr.fws.gov/Careers_FWS.htm
   
• http://www.nimh.nih.gov/orm/pmb/index.cfm
  National Institute of Mental Health and National Institutes of Health career links, with Psychology, IT, Management, HR, Finance, Bio/Chem, Engineering, and Law Enforcement positions/internships.
   
• http://www.bls.gov/bls/jobshome.htm
  Bureau of Labor Statistics, with Math, Economics, Computer/CIS, and Engineering positions/internships.
   
• http://www.doi.gov/octc/
  U.S. Department of the Interior career manager site.
   
• http://www.epa.gov/epahome/jobs.htm
  Environmental Protection Agency career site.
   
• http://www.careers.state.gov
  Careers at the U.S. Department of State.
   
• http://postofficejobs.info/
  This site will assist you with your job search and it provides valuable job hunting information to help you land a high paying Post Office job. You will find a vast array of information including government job listing links, exam preparation, test dates, sample Post Office exams, and civil service application assistance to job descriptions, benefits, and pay information.
   
• http://healthcarejobs.org
  A career center for exploring health care occupations and for those who are actively looking for health care jobs including jobs with the Veterans Administration in the federal government.
   
• http://www.nsa.gov
  The National Security Agency.
   
• http://www.ucia.gov
  A Central Intelligence Agency Internet Resource.
   
• http://www.hud.gov/jobs/index.cfm
  US Department of Housing and Urban Development job site.
   
• http://chris.inel.gov/jobs/
  Department of Energy Jobs International Resources: For more info on teaching English jobs abroad, see below links and those in education.
   
• http://www.transitionsabroad.com/ comprehensive site with multiple links and information on working, studying, traveling, and living abroad(we have their magazine in the Career Library).
   
• http://www.internationaljobs.org
  Source of international jobs for professionals, including international development jobs.
   
• http://idealist.org
  Search nonprofit organizations and jobs nationally and internationally.
   
• http://www.aboutjobs.com
  Jobs for students, recent grads, and adventure seekers - links to databases for summer jobs, intern jobs, resort jobs, and overseas jobs http://www.overseasjobs.com/
   
• http://www.pointofcareer.de
  Tips and information relating to all aspects of job application within the EU.
   
• http://www.jobsabroad.com/search.cfm
  Jobs, internships, study, volunteer abroad opportunities.
   
• http://www.jobsinjapan.com/
  Jobs in Japan resource site.
   
• http://www.ohayosensei.com/
  Newsletter published bi-monthly, reports currently available teaching and other English language-related positions at schools, institutions and companies all across Japan.
   
• http://www.cdsintl.org/
  Internships and fellowships abroad for recent grads and current students.
   
• http://www.gisajob.com/
  United Kingdom's job search site.
   
• http://www.vfp.org
  International work camp listings.
   
• http://www1.sympatico.ca/Contents/Careers/
  Private sector and education jobs around the world with a strong focus on Canada.
   
• http://www.eurojobs.com
  Jobs in all of Europe, not just the EU.
   
• www.jobpilot.de
  German career site.
   
• http://jobs.iabc.com/home/index.cfm?site_id=65
  International Association of Business Communications Job Centre.
   
• http://www.volunteer.org.nz
  Global Volunteer Network - opportunities to teach English and participate in environmental work, health and sanitation, and cultural home stays.
   
• http://www.footprintsrecruiting.com
  Opportunities to teach abroad in Asia and South America.
   
• http://www.careerbuilder.com
  Search by company, industry, location, or keyword.
   
• http://www.directemployers.com
  Search national or international jobs.
   
• http://www.monster.ca
  Monster Canada.
   
• http://www.monster.com/au
  Monster Australia.
   
• http://www.monster.ie
  Monster Ireland.
   
• http://www.monsterindia.com
  Monster India.
   
• http://www.nixers.com
  Entry level in Ireland.
   
• http://www.retailjobs.ie
  Retail jobs in Ireland.
   
• http://www.legaljobs.ie
  Legal jobs in Ireland.
   
• http://www.teachingjobs.ie
  Teaching jobs in Ireland.
   
• http://www.miusa.org
  Empowering people with disabilities around the world by ensuring their inclusion in international exchange and international development programs.
   
• http://www.ciee.org
  Work abroad and study abroad opportunities.
   
• http://www.tiptopjob.com
  International job board covering 25 industries.
   
• http://www.internshipsabroad.com
  Source for international opportunities abroad including: language immersion programs, internships, work and volunteer programs, learning holidays, teaching and high school camps.
   
• http://www.cie.uci.edu/iop/
  International Opportunities Program at CIE with lots of links to other useful sites.
   
• www.peacecorps.gov
  Peace Corps website.
   
• http://www.goabroad.com
  Special sections for jobs abroad, internships abroad, and studying abroad.
   
• http://www.overseasdigest.com
  Job search and teaching jobs sections - and more.
   
• http://www.bunac.org
  Work/travel programs around the world.
   
• http://www.cdsintl.org
  CDS International (CDS), founded in 1968, is a non-profit organization committed to the advancement of international practical training opportunities.
   
• http://www.aipt.org/
  Association for International Practical Training - for non-American citizens finding experiential opportunities in the US, and for internships abroad.
   
• http://www.escapeartist.com/jobs/overseas1.htm
  Jobs overseas.
   
• http://www.jobsdb.com
  Jobs in Asia.
   
• http://www.fita.org/jobs/
  International job career headquarters.
   
• http://www.peoplebank.com
  Job site in UK Salary and Relocation Information: For more salary and relocation information, use the General and College Career links - many of those sites contain salary converters and relocation data.
   
• http://www.salary.com
  Provides information on national salary data for various positions and locations.
   
• http://careerjournal.com
  Includes a SALARY tab that allows you to plug in a current salary in one city and compare it to what you would need in another location to maintain a standard of living.
   
• http://www.acinet.org/acinet/emp_ask.asp?soccode=&stfips
  Employability Check.
   
• http://www.chamberofcommerce.com
  Search for Chambers of Commerce by city to research companies, members, and relocation information.
   
• www.bls.gov/oes
  Wage statistics for all states and metro areas.
   
• http://www.homefair.com/homefair/calc/salcalc.html
  Salary calculator.
   
• http://www.salaryexpert.com/
  Free salary and cost of living info.
   
• http://www.engineeringsalary.com
  Salaries from approx. 50,000 engineering records - results are e-mailed to you

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• http://www.jobsinri.com/
  Jobs in Rhode Island
   
• http://www.jobsinMA.com
  Jobs in Massachusetts
   
• http://www.jobsinME.com
  Jobs in Maine
   
• http://www.jobsinNH.com
  Jobs in New Hampshire
   
• http://www.jobsinVT.com
  Jobs in Vermont
   
• http://www.austinjobs.com/
  Jobs in Austin, TX
   
• www.dallasjobs.com
  jobs in Dallas, TX
   
• www.sanantoniojobs.com
  Jobs in San Antonio, TX
   
• www.houstonjobs.com
  Jobs in Houston, TX

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• http://www.dlt.ri.gov/webdev/JobsRI/StateJobs.htm
  Jobs working for the State of RI.
   
• http://www.vcri.org
  Volunteer internship positions in RI.
   
• Massachusetts Sate Jobs
  Jobs working for the State of MA.
   
• http://www.ajb.org/ct/
  Connecticut's Job Bank.
   
• http://www.cs.state.ny.us/jobs.htm
  Jobs in state and local government in NY.
   
• http://www.opnocsne.org
  Search for nonprofit opportunities and organizations in New England.
   
• http://www.2chambers.com
  Chamber of Commerce nationwide directory.
   
• http://www.projo.com
  Providence Journal online.
   
• http://www.bostonworks.com
  Boston Globe help wanted.
   
• http://atlanta.craigslist.org/about/cities.html
  Craigslist offers job listings for many US cities.
   
• http://www.masscis.intocareers.org
  For MA residents only, has career info.
   
• http://www.nationjobs.com
  Job search engine you can break down by state.
   
• http://www.indeed.com
  Indeed.com includes all the job listings from major job boards, newspapers, associations and company career pages - and we continue to add new sites every day.
   
• http://www.simplyhired.com
  Making it possible for you to see every opportunity out there
   
• http://www.WaytogoRI.com  

Career planning site; allows you to take free career assessments and explore careers that align with your interests, work values, and skills.

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