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Today's
Date:
Friday, May 09 2008




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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!
• Thursday, March 27th, 3:00 – 4:15pm, Blue Lab, Davee Library
• Monday, April 7th, 2:00 – 3:15pm, Blue Lab, Davee Library
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.
• Wednesday, March 26th, 3:00 – 3:50pm, Wind River Room, University Center
• Tuesday, April 15th, 3:30 – 4:20pm, St. Croix River Room, University Center
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.
• Wednesday, April 2nd, 1:00 – 1:50pm, Career Services Computer Lab, 211 Hagestad
Enhancing Your Professional Image
• Wednesday, March 12th, 2:00 – 2:50pm, Wind River Room, University Center
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.
• Tuesday, April 1st, 2:00 – 2:50pm, Wind River Room, University Center
Strategies for Finding Jobs & Internships:
Where are the jobs and Internships? How do I find them? When should I start looking? What can I do now? This workshop emphasizes a comprehensive approach to job and internship searching, the importance of being focused, where to find jobs and internships, the hidden market, networking, and what the Career Services Office can do for you.
• Tuesday, April 8th, 3:30 – 4:20pm, Wind River Room, University Center
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.
• Monday, March 31st, 2:00 – 2:50pm, Wind River Room, University Center
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.
• Tuesday, March 25th, 12:30 – 1:20pm, Wind River Room, University Center
• Monday, April 14th, 2:00 - 2:50pm, Wind River Room, University Center
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