Amanda Busta Email & Phone Number

La Crosse, Wi, Us

La Crosse, Wi - Wisconsin, Us

• Assist employers and campus partners in developing strategies and executing on-campus recruiting, career events, and programming• Administer full range of career programming and services for undergraduate and graduate students and alumni associated with specific majors in the College of Science and Health• Serve on working team to launch and implement campus wide career development competencies program, The Eagle Advantage, to assist students in communicating past experiences and gaining transferable skills• Support students and alumni with individual career development, internship, graduate/professional school and job search needs through career programming, events and workshops• Present career related topics through workshops, class presentations, and virtual recordings• Collaborate with key stakeholders on curriculum and programs as they relate to employment trends and Career Services programs, goals and objectives and the needs of students• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyze event, program, and software metrics to determine areas for improvement, growth, and successes

Ames, Iowa, Us

• Facilitated and executed full-cycle recruitment during each semester for approximately 10 - 20 internship positions; managed internship program aimed at providing key career development opportunities• Developed internship processes and protocols to ensure best practices are followed; advised office staff and community internship providers on best practices• Fostered collaborative relationships with key university departments and programs, community associates and organizations, and external businesses to provide career development opportunities to students• Conducted all intern training and onboarding prior to internship (semester basis), developed progress check points, and coordinated final internship projects• Assisted students in career exploration, professional development, training and learning opportunities via one-on-one appointments and group interactions• Coordinated all events, activities, programs, and related budgets for diverse groups of 20 - 250 participants, including students, faculty/staff, community members, and international visitors• Served as an advisor for the Iowa State University Student NAMA Chapter of approximately 50 students and ensure programs follow areas to enhance students’ learning outcomes and professional development• Prepared ad hoc reports and educational program communications to be shared with key external stakeholders, including donors, foundation, and external advisory council• Created program marketing and educational materials to be used for activities, internship openings, and entrepreneurial opportunities; managed and provided regular updates to website and social media accounts

Ames, Iowa, Us

• Led the development and execution of key educational programming in order to help foster professional development opportunities for 5,000+ College of Human Sciences students• Assisted students and alumni in career exploration and professional development through one-on-one and group interactions, workshops, and seminars; served as Symplicity software specialist• Advised and educated employers and industry professionals on best practices for recruiting interns and full-time employees, recruiting strategies, and opportunities• Supervised the coordination and execution of large scale events, including fall and spring career fairs, for 250+ employers and 4,000 students attendees; supervised volunteers and student leadership committee• Served as an integral part of creating an unpaid internship and student teaching scholarship opportunity and collaborated with other departments in the facilitation of those opportunities• Collected and analyzed data and prepared statistical post-graduation and internship placement reports

Nashville, Tn, Us

• Developed internship program to focus on training and meeting the needs of organization, students’ professional development, and ensuring best practices were implemented during recruiting process• Served as primary recruiter for potential internships and full-time employment opportunities and provided on-site orientation for new staff/team members• Mentored undergraduate students and young professionals during internship program and experiences• Served as a member of the Event Activation Team managed corporate events, created company promotional materials, and plans to assist in achieving professional goals for the organization• Assisted in planning, coordination, preparation, and implementation of organization national events and activities, including “live” and “taped” events• Provided direction and supervision on events, including negotiating contracts, rates, fees, etc. and coordinated all travel, staff, and subcontractor arrangements

Master'S Degree, Human Resources Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Public Services And Administration In Agriculture/Agricultural Business