Welcome to George Mason University School of Management!
Thank you for your interest in learning more about opportunities for employers to get involved with students in the School of Management. The following information will help you discover the programs and services available to link employers with students in our graduate and undergraduate programs.
Whether you are seeking a top-level executive or a summer intern, you’ll see that the School of Management educates students who are bright, resourceful, and prepared to make immediate contributions to your organization’s mission.
Why hire a School of Management Student?
•The School of Management focuses on student career success in a global business work, whether graduates work for a Fortune 500 company or for themselves as entrepreneurs.
•Of the more than 2,000 business programs worldwide, George Mason’s School of Management is one of only 169 institutions with AACSB International accreditation in business and specialized accreditation for accounting programs.
•The School of Management is ranked in the top 15 percent of AACSB-accredited business schools by U.S. News & World Report.
•School of Management students gain experience in a global business environment not only through academic courses, but also through experiential learning and participation with nationally recognized student clubs and organizations.
How Employers Can Get Involved With Our Students:
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PJW is a free, on-line system that allows employers to post jobs and internships. Students can submit applications through PJW or they may apply directly. Contact SOM Career Services to learn more. |
1. Ask the Professionals Series Employers participate in panel presentations geared toward the different majors. Panel presentations are followed by time to network with students. |
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Employers can schedule a date to interview students on campus. On-campus interviews are managed through PatriotJobWeb.
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Join us for SOM''s new networking event, which brings together School of Management and employers to practice the fine art of networking and to discuss ways for students to stand out in their job search. To participate, please contact Kerry Willigan at kwilliga@gmu.edu. |
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3. Campus-wide Job and Internship Fair The fair allows you to showcase opportunities and meet with students from the entire university community. The fair is held in the fall and spring semester. |
3. Interview Practice Day Participate in a day of mock interviews to help all George Mason University students develop their skills. Employers can take advantage of this great opportunity to preview up-and-coming candidates. |
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4. Cooperative Education Program Employers can hire students for this structured experiential education program. Co-ops are paid, professional-level work, and last a minimum of 12 weeks with the same organization. |
4. SOM Buzz Contribute to this weekly student eNewsletter/blog and highlight career events and post new full-time, part-time, co-op or internship positions. Email information to Kerry Willigan at kwilliga@gmu.edu. |
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This 3 credit course is designed to give student the opportunity to gain practical and professional experience. |
See our students in action as you judge the semester presentations from the Advanced Business Models course. |
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6. Recruit Graduates To recruit business graduate students, contact Kerry Willigan at kwilliga@gmu.edu. Our graduate program includes MBA, Executive MBA, MSA, MBA-A, and MS in Technology Management. |
Interact with club members by presenting corporate briefings and participating in club events. |
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7. Make your Mark! Contribute an "Employer Editorial” that will be featured on the SOM Career Services website or become a sponsor for an event or program. Email your ideas to Kerry Willigan at kwilliga@gmu.edu. |
For more information on these programs/opportunities, please contact:
Kerry Willigan
Assistant Director, Employer Relations
Office of Academic and Career Services
Phone: 703-993-1880
Fax: 703-993-1886
Email: kwilliga@gmu.edu
Learn about our Undergraduate Majors
Accounting
Finance
Information Sciences and Operations Management
Management
Marketing
Learn about our Graduate Majors
Executive MBA
Mason MBA
MS in Accounting & MBA-Accounting
MS in Technology Management
FAST FACT
Mason was included in The Princeton Review 2009 edition of "The Best 368 Colleges" based on its outstanding academics and the opportunities provided to students. It was also named as a Best Southeastern College and ranked 11 for diverse student population and 8 for most politically active students.