Hunting for jobs in booming international fields

A series of events will be held to help students with an interest in international business plot their career paths.

The events are intended to let students know what international business is, how to get involved, and how they can be affected on a local level, said John C. Osborn, the president of CSUS International Business Organization.

Tom Finn, the manager of World Trade Center Sacramento, will give tips on how to find jobs and internships in international trade at University Union Auburn Room at 7 p.m. Oct. 21.

Finn will also share with students his recent trip to Mexico, in which various business associations are creating international trade centers throughout California to enable businesses to market their products there.

“This trade mission might be job-generating in a long term,” Finn said.

Finn’s organization has built a strong tie with CSUS by having President Donald Gerth serving on board. The president’s participation can prepare students to tap into a broader network of contacts, Finn said.

In addition to solid business skills, international trade demands social and cultural awareness. Dennis Diede, a seminar speaker of Diede Dynamics, will inform students how to break the cultural barriers and improve communication with people in international trade at University Union Orchard Suite Nov. 4.

IBO participants will plan their trip to San Francisco Nov. 6 to attend “Careers in International Business Symposium” hosted by the World Trade Club of San Francisco.

The symposium will provide students with a chance to gain knowledge outside of the classroom, as well as get an overview and particulars about job demands, expectations and availability.

Other seminars coming up Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 will include speakers Paul Oliva from Baytrade and John Sulpizio from the Port of Sacramento.

The club is not restricted to business students with an international concentration, but open to all business students, and students in other disciplines.

Global awareness is emphasized, as E-commerce and e-trade has emerged and international business boomed, Osborn said.

Equipped with good communication skills across cultures, students in all kinds of majors can add weight into their resumes, Finn said.

IBO is currently recruiting new members. The special drive for membership is $15, compared to the regular $25, with full benefits.

For more information, contact John C. Osborn at 916-501-8185 or http://www.csus.edu/org/ibo.