They've also begun making stops at the traditional spring break beaches. Along with the thousands of revelers in hot spots like Panama City, Fla., and Myrtle Beach, S.C., last spring were scores of corporate recruiters holding job fairs among the beer bashes. In Silicon Valley, the California bastion of the high-tech economy, the recruitment frenzy is so wild that gimmicks include raffles in return for resumes. Apply for a job and qualify to win a new BMW or a trip to Cancun. A dozen or more Web sites specialize in marrying recruiters with potential workers, allowing students to post their resumes electronically.
Money is a factor, obviously.
But Feid acknowledged that the stellar compensation package is not the norm. This year, more than half have found work. Many are choosing to postpone a decision. He'll decide soon, but for now his mind is on an upcoming summer trip to Ireland.