Ministry and Professional Opportunities abound at CIU Career Fair

Once each semester, local and national companies and ministries send representatives to Columbia International University’s campus to present employment and internship opportunities to CIU students. The Career Fair has been a staple at CIU for years, providing students with the opportunity to network and begin pursuing career and ministry positions. 

One of the 30 organizations at the Fair was Global Education Ministries (GEM), offering positions teaching students abroad at Christian schools in Central and South America. 

“This is a great opportunity to be immersed in a new culture and meet new people,” said Annie Bolsley, a GEM representative who worked as a teacher in Mexico for four years. “The Ministry allows you to be intentional with the locals there and impact your community for Christ.” 

Another notable participant at the Fair was Varna International, a renowned music academy that hosts classical music performances around North America and Europe offering internships with flexible schedules that include positions in public relations, marketing and research.

Many students take advantage of the opportunities presented at the Career Fair, including senior Andrew King. 

“I love this event,” said King, who also plays on the CIU soccer team. “It allows me to explore different options and see what’s out there.” 

Not only were CIU students seeking employment opportunities, there were also several current students representing companies at the Fair, such as Zander and Heather Crowley, who are now both managers at solar and roofing company Byld Better in Charlotte, North Carolina. 

A sampling of the other 30 organizations on campus offering career opportunities were: 

The Cason Group (insurance advisors and consultants) 

Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community

Zeus, Inc. (makers of reinforced polyimide tubing)

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