February 9, 2005

We are delighted to announce the 2005 Wells Fargo Minnesota Summer Internship Program. The objective of the program is to provide individuals an opportunity to gain valuable work experience, demonstrate skills and prepare for regular employment. We have a variety of summer intern positions ranging from entry level to professional level.

Enclosed is information regarding the paid internship opportunities to date. The program is scheduled to begin in early June and run for approximately three months.

To apply for an internship, please complete and send the application form to us via email at WFIntern@wellsfargo.com and also complete an Online Profile at wellsfargo.com/jobs.
The application deadline is March 1, 2005. Applications will not be accepted after this date.

We appreciate your interest in Wells Fargo Summer Intern Program.

Kind Regards,

Philomena Morrissey Satre Thomas Richter
Intern Program Manager Intern Program Assistant

Contact Information:
Liza Etienne
Wells Fargo Institutional Trust Marketing
510 Marquette Ave. S., MAC N9309-070
Minneapolis, MN 55479
liza.c.etienne@wellsfargo.com
612.316.2797

Career Fairs: Don’t Make A Bad First Impression
- by Bill Zapata, NSHMBA Director of Education

Don’t waste your time aimlessly wandering around a career fair. With three easy steps you’ll be able to take control of your career, maximize your time and that of others and get that dream job.

FIRST STEP: BEFORE THE CAREER FAIR

Update your resume. Ask for feedback from academic advisors, professionals in the industry and your friends and family. What’s acceptable in one industry might not be the case in another one. If the career fair organizers offer an opportunity to post your resume online, do so.
Do your homework. Find out which companies will be at the career fair and put together a list of the top 10 companies you will visit when you attend the career fair. Go online and access their company website and read through their media releases, news articles, annual report and current job openings. You should also do a web search to learn about their industry and their competitors. A good source is Hoover’s Online at www.hoovers.com or the James Hill Business Research Library in St. Paul.

Prepare an introduction. Make an impression in under 15 seconds by rehearsing your introduction. For example, “Good Morning, my name is Maria Lopez and I am a Marketing Manager with 5 years of marketing experience at XYZ company, I am looking to further advance my career and am aware that you currently have a Director of Marketing opening at your company.”

SECOND STEP: AT THE CAREER FAIR

First impressions. In today’s corporate casual environment it can be hard to figure out what to wear. Always dress professionally and conservatively. Details such as scuffed shoes, too many bags or overly short skirts can show your lack of organization and professionalism. Always dress professionally and conservatively. A pressed suit and a starched shirt are standard – as are ties for men. If you do not have a suit, at minimum wear a tie, starched dress pants and shirt. Recruiters know you may not have a lot of money for a nice suit, but do expect you to make an attempt to look good.
Stop, Look and Listen. Before you approach the booths of your top ten companies, stop and collect yourself. Look at your company notes. Have a copy of your resume and a copy of the company’s current job openings and job descriptions ready to share with the recruiter. Silently, listen to your rehearsed introduction.
Be assertive and courteous. When you approach a company booth, introduce yourself to the recruiter and hand them a copy of your resume and their current job openings. Keep eye contact, introduce yourself with a handshake, be positive, be professional and smile.
Do not give off the wrong impression. Don’t ask the recruiter if they have any current job openings or to tell you about their company. This is only shows them that you are lazy and have not done your research. If you are interviewing at the career fair, make sure you are on time. Be brief and concise in your answers.
Get their business card. After talking with the company representative, ensure they have a copy of your resume, thank them for their time, depart with a handshake. Do not forget to ask them for their business card. Once you walk away from their booth, you might want to jot a few notes about the person or company on the back of the business card to refresh your memory when you follow up with them.

STEP THREE: AFTER THE CAREER FAIR

Get online. If you found a company that you like and would like to pursue a position with that company, add your resume and cover letter to their web site employment section. Giving your resume to the recruiter is the first step but this move will guarantee that it is now in their system.

Thank recruiters. Send a thank you letter or card to each company representative you met at the career fair. In your letter include a brief summary of your work experience and education and reference the career fair and the job opening you are interested in. If you interviewed with any company’s at the Career Fair make sure you send a follow up thank you letter or card to the company representative you interviewed with.
Thank everyone that helped you along the way. Follow up with people that helped you prepare or that you have networked with at the career fair. They include National Society of Hispanic MBA members, academic advisors, friends and associates.

The National Society of Hispanic MBA (NSHMBA) fosters Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development in order to improve society. The Twin Cities chapter has 82 active members and is the premier professional Hispanic association in the area. For more information access http://msp.nshmba.org/home.asp

What is an Informational Interview?
- by Ron Lezama, NSHMBA Director of Corporate Relations

One of the best ways to network or learn about an industry or company is to have an informational interview with someone who knows more than you do about the topic. Informational interviews can help you chart your career path, assess your professional strengths and weaknesses and find unlisted employment opportunities. Think of it as a mentorship where you’re building your interviewing skills and gathering information. There are limits – don’t think of asking for a job. You will however want to dress and act professionally from your initial contact to your follow up thank you.

FIRST STEP: FIND A CONTACT

Be creative. If you’re starting from scratch, look at industry publications that list new people with new jobs. Find those in industries or companies that interest you and follow up with an introductory letter or e-mail. After explaining where you found their name, ask them for 15 to 30 minutes of their time over lunch or coffee to learn more about their career path.
Leverage your resources. If you’re prepared, you’ve already joined a professional or industry group, which is probably the easiest way to meet colleagues and mentors. If you haven’t, think outside of the box and network with groups you already participate in such as your yoga class, book club, alumni chapter or golf league. You might also consider asking your existing network of colleagues, friends and family or even your church pastor for referrals.

SECOND STEP: YOUR MEETING

Respect their style. Don’t forget that they are doing you a favor. If you call to set up an appointment, always ask if they have time to speak now or if they would like you to call back later to schedule an appointment. If you have to go back and forth by phone or e-mail to set up a time, be timely in your responses. If it’s obvious that they prefer e-mail over phone, make the switch.
Make it convenient for them. Work around their schedule and meeting locations. If your meeting involves a restaurant bill, don’t put your guest in an awkward situation. Make arrangements ahead of time to pay for the lunch or coffee.
Be prepared. Whether you’re calling to set up or are attending an informational interview always be prepared with a list of written questions and a notebook to take notes. Don’t forget to Check the companies web site for basic information on the company, their current job postings and other periodicals for current industry and company trends.
Thank them. Don’t forget to ask for their business card so that you can follow up. Always send a thank you note. Because they are used less often, greeting cards are more memorable than an e-mail.

STEP THREE: STAY CONNECTED

Make it a habit. It’s always nice to hear from someone you’ve helped out. Don’t overdo it, but do stay in touch and share your progress. Find ways that you maybe able to help them. For example, you could share information about an event or group that might interest them. If they have time, you may also want to consider asking them out for coffee or lunch again. As you switch jobs, share your current contact information with everyone who has helped you out.
Help others make the connection. As you grow your career, don’t forget that you become a valuable asset for others. Take the time to help others out. If you’ve met someone that might interest or be of help to one of your existing contacts, make the connection. Introduce them via e-mail, explain their connection and help two colleagues out at the same time.

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) fosters Hispanic leadership through graduate management education and professional development in order to improve society. The Twin Cities chapter has more than 80 active members and is the premier professional Hispanic association in the area. For more information access http://msp.nshmba.org/home.asp

Make the Most of Networking
- by Liza Etienne, NSHMBA Director of Marketing

There is no getting around it. Networking is a lifestyle. Even if you’re an extrovert, it takes time and effort. The more connections you make, the more you will have to do to stay connected. But the rewards for yourself and others are numerous.

Don’t forget that you get what you put into it. It’s not just about you. It’s about everyone involved in the relationship. It’s always nice to hear from someone when they don’t need something from you rather than continually hearing from them when they need a favor. Here are three easy steps to get started.

FIRST STEP: GET OUT OF THE HOUSE

Get involved. The easiest way to meet valuable contacts is to get involved. While it maybe easier to make career related contacts at a professional or industry function don’t exclude other opportunities. You might meet a valuable contact that can launch the next phase of your career at a church picnic or at your kid’s soccer game.
Take leadership roles. Once you’re involved with a group, take the extra step to stand out from the crowd. Make it easier on yourself to meet people by volunteering. If you’re working at a registration table or speaking at an event, people are more apt to seek you out and strike up a conversation. It also gives you an excuse to speak to them. While it may seem like a daunting task to take on a yearlong versus a daylong project, you’ll be rewarded by truly getting to know your fellow committee members.
Get out of your comfort zone. It’s okay to attend an event on your own. In fact, you might get more out of it if you do so. If you’re still not sure, try the entrance to the reception or the buffet area. It’s easier to strike up a conversation in these areas because people usually are not engaged in a focused conversation.

SECOND STEP: DON’T SIT IN THE CORNER

Introduce yourself. Sometimes you have to be bold and just come out and introduce yourself. If you’re at an event to network and it could be more rewarding to sit at a table with strangers than one where you already know everyone.
Get an accomplice. If you’re attending an event with a colleague, agree to work the room. Spend five to ten minutes speaking to someone and pre-arrange for your colleague to join you a few minutes into the conversation. Introduce your colleague to your new contact and politely excuse yourself to meet someone new. Repeat the process as yu move around the room.
Get their business card. After meeting someone, get a copy of their business card. Jot a few notes about the person, conversation, event or date on the back of the business card. Anything that will refresh your memory when you follow up with them.
Don’t pass up an opportunity. Even if you missed meeting a speaker or volunteer, with a little digging, you should be able to get their contact information from another attendee or the event organizers. Follow up and let them know how valuable you found their presentation or event.

STEP THREE: STAY CONNECTED

Make it a habit. If you met someone you would like to stay in touch with, add them to your holiday card list. Throughout the year, you could also share information about an event or group that might interest them. If they have time, you may also want to consider asking them out for coffee or lunch. As you switch jobs, share your current contact information with everyone in your network so that you can stay in touch.
Help others make the connection. If you’ve met someone that might interest or be of help to one of your existing contacts, make the connection. Introduce them via e-mail, explain their connection and help two colleagues out at the same time.
Leverage their interests. An easy way to stay connected and add value to your network is to send them information about something that you know would interest them such as golf strategies, a knitting pattern or an upcoming astronomy meeting. It can be as simple as an article you clipped from a magazine or an e-mail article you found in the Business Journal.

ENJOY YOUR NEW NETWORK OF COLLEAGUES. DON’T FORGET TO CALL IN A FAVOR OR TWO AS YOU GROW YOUR NETWORK.

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