On February 20, the VOCA center is offering an opportunity for students to interact with potential future employers and internship opportunities.
From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., the Van Dyk lounge will host representatives from career fields in finance, mental health, engineering, ministry, equestrian activities, music industry, education, TV broadcasting, and many more. Students are invited to talk to these visitors and see where they may end up this summer or during the next few years. Along with the employers, a variety of summer camps will be represented for students who are interested in that type of ministry.
After the fair, there will be an informational session entitled “Are You Ready for Summer Camp?” These sessions, one at 3:15 p.m. and another at 4 p.m., will address issues that camp counselors often encounter, such as the increasing prevalence of technology among children, dealing with students who are homesick, and ministering to childen with mental health struggles.
After the sessions, there will also be a panel discussion from 5:30 p.m. until 6:15 p.m. with camp directors, full time staff, and Houghton students who previously worked at summer camps. This event will end with networking and light refreshments from 8:00 p.m. until students clear out.
If students are interested they can contact Kim Pool at the VOCA center about the job and internship fair, and Laura Alexeichik about the “Are You Ready for Summer Camp?” events in the late afternoon and early evening.