Our Expectations of Sons/Daughters
“Careers, Opportunities,
Rewards”
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The Orkin Company was founded in
1901 by Otto Orkin. He started his
business as a door-to-door salesman.
Orkin has grown to service over 1.8
million customers with over 1 billion in
revenues. Today, Orkin operates over
500 locations in the U.S., Canada, and
Mexico, employing over 10,000
associates.
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Mission Statement
“ Our mission is to be the nation’s best
service company. We will accomplish this
goal by delivering the finest quality services
and value to our customers, while being
environmentally responsible. This will
provide opportunities and security for
employees as well as maximize long-term
financial performance for stockholders ”
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“The number one contributor to our
company’s success is the quality of
our people.”
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Gary W. Rollins
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Western-Rollins
Hand Outs
Western Pest Services Overview
Western Intern Program
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Evaluating Expectations
A person’s choice in their education can shed light on
personality, motivation, character, interests.
 What subjects were best liked/disliked?
Those students who like English, History and Languages usually
have strength in verbal skills
Chemistry, Biology, Physics indicate scientific interests and
aptitude
 Night school attendance may indicate perseverance, energy
and industry
 Working one’s way through school may be a plus indicating
organization skill and energy level
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Expectations Continued
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Having no employment record/no summer jobs,
internships could indicate to easy a life and a nonwork orientation
Academic performance (good grades/GPA) is one
indicator of achievement, as well as a sense of
responsibility
Being a member of sports team at school could
indicate competitiveness
Holding class offices, fraternity/sorority offices would
indicate not only leadership but also favorable
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personal relationships/people skills
THE KEY TO YOUR SUCCESS
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What We Want
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Well rounded student with some work history including
internships/part-time, summer
Multiple experiences showing leadership roles with-in student
organizations, sports programs, social and philanthropic
organizations
Someone willing to adapt to a variety of changes and demands
Can communicate their core values, honesty, work ethic and
respect for others
Stick to basics, emphasize through college career what you can
do to solve problems and be a good team member
Be able to highlight any special skills
The content of your College Career will get you noticed,
highlight what you did and the results gained from your
action!
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“There’s nothing more important in
preparing to win than learning how
to work.”
O. Wayne Rollins
Questions?
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