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Tuesday, Dec 02 2008

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Career Fair 101
How to appropriately prepare for a Career Fair. Topics that will be discussed include what to do, what to bring, what to say and how to present yourself to recruiters.

Resume & Cover Letter Writing:
What are employers looking for in a resume and cover letter? Attend this workshop and you will construct and tailor your resume and cover letter to the specific position you want to land. You'll learn how to target your cover letter as well to best market yourself and get your foot in the door for the interview. Bring your questions and resume/cover letter drafts!

Developing a Career Portfolio:
Through this workshop you will learn how to develop a professional portfolio that showcases your strengths and accomplishments; while also learning how to present it effectively in an interview situation. Impress the interviewer by providing them with a visual of why you are the best candidate for the position. 

Electronic Job Searching:
Surf your way to links that can provide the job openings and career information that you're looking for. Learn about some new resources to best utilize the internet in your job search and how to develop an online career portfolio. In addition, save time, and become more efficient by using the Career Services Web page to help you get to Web sites of value quickly.

Enhancing Your Professional Image
Professionalism is key to succeeding in today’s competitive world. Knowing when to initiate a handshake, how to introduce your boss to your best friend, and fun facts and information surrounding conference protocol will be covered during this interactive workshop. If you plan to attend a conference, business luncheon, or some other type of professional meeting in the near future, this would be a great workshop to attend.

Evaluating Job Offers & Negotiating Salary:
Most job seekers are anxious and uncomfortable when the time comes to discuss salary. This workshop will offer basic information about negotiating salaries and a better understanding of salary expectations.

Strategies for Finding Jobs:
Where are the jobs? How do I find them? When should I start looking? What can I do now? This workshop emphasizes a comprehensive approach to job searching, the importance of being focused, where to find jobs, the hidden market, networking, and what the Career Services Office can do for you.

Internships 101
Internships have become an essential element of the college experience, which provides valuable real-world knowledge, skills and networking for finding and competing for jobs after graduation. the basics of internship searching will be covered in this workshop such as where to find an internship, when to start looking, and who to contact if you wish to receive academic credit for the experience. this workshop emphasizes a comprehensive approach to internship searching, the importance of networking, and what the Career Services Office can do to assist you in your internship search.

Preparing for Job Interviews:
Nervous about what will happen during your job interview? Want to know how to make a great first impression with employers? Attend this workshop to learn how to get the job offer and impress even the toughest of interviewers! Bring your questions, and sign-up for a mock interview after this session.

 

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