Workshops/Services

The workshops offered throughout the semester are designed to give students all the tools they need to find the career they want.

Beginning in January 2013 every Friday that the University is open Career Management Services will have “Drop in Resume Critique” days. Students are encouraged to bring in a printed resume to be reviewed one-on-one with a member of our staff.

The workshops offered for Spring 2013 are as follows. All events are subject to change, please check Panther Career Link for updated times, locations, and dates.

Resume Writing

Wed. Jan 16 at 10:00am- 11:30am  & Thurs. Jan 17 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will help students to learn to write resumes, teach students what employers are looking for on a resume, and introduce programs that will assist the student in creating a resume.

Interviewing Skills

Wed. Jan 23 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. Jan 17 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will assist students with interviewing skills, including how to handle hard questions, what not to say, and when to discuss different aspects of the hiring process such as salary and relocation.

Dress 2 Impress

Wed. Jan 30 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. Jan 31 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop instructs students on what is considered professional clothing in the work environment. Students will learn what is acceptable for males and females and what not to wear, especially during interviews. This workshop touches on geographical differences, but is focused on American business culture.

Career Fair Prep

Wed. Feb 6 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. Feb 7 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will help students get the most out of our Career Fair the following week. Students will be shown how to research employers, what to wear, and how to introduce themselves. This is a highly recommended workshop for students seeking internships or employment at the Career Fair.

Interacting with Employers

Wed. Feb 20 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. Feb 21 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop helps students learn how to effectively interact and network with employers. This workshop covers introductions, networking, when to contact recruiters, and what forms of correspondences are appropriate for different situations. This workshop also covers how to write a ‘Thank you’ letter.

Job & Internship Search Strategies

Wed. Feb 27 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. Feb 28 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will show students different sources for their job and internship searches. This will include a mini-instruction on Panther Career Link and Career Shift. Other sources for online searching will also be introduced.

Networking

Wed. March 13 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. March 14 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will instruct students on good networking techniques and help them to learn how to build up their professional network.

Presenting Yourself

Wed. March 20 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. March 21 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop is designed to help students learn to make a good first impression. This workshop will cover handshakes, personal introduction, posture, and will touch on appropriate dress.

Resume Writing

Wed. March 27 at 10:00am-11:30am  & Thurs. March 28 at 3:30pm-5:30pm

This workshop will help teach students how to write a resume and what tools are available to help them with the resume writing process.

LinkedIN and other Social Media

Wed. April 3 at 10:00am-11:30am  &  Thurs. April 4 at 3:30pm-5:00pm

This workshop will show students how to use LinkedIN and other social media to assist them in their job search and network building.