Workshop Menu

Because…we’re willing to meet you where you are!

Description of Topic Areas you can choose:

General Workshops
Tools and Skills for the Job/Internship Search
Thinking About Graduate or Professional School
Majors & Careers
Workshops for Ph.D. Students
Tailor Your Own Workshop

General Workshops

Introduction to The Career Center: So Many Options, So Many Services

What can I find at The Career Center? Find out what services we provide as we walk you through the resources you can utilize as you choose a major, find the perfect internship, land the dream job, or prepare and apply to graduate or professional school.

 

Tools and Skills for the Job/Internship Search

Writing an Effective Resume

The construction of a resume may seem daunting. Demystify the process by learning the elements of an effective resume, and the “do’s” and “don’ts.” Also, learn how to turn a good resume into exceptional one and identify ways to tailor your resume to your audience and speak to an employer’s needs.

The Job Search

How do you get started on a job search? You do not have to have a certain major, be at a certain skill level, or even know somebody to secure a position. But you have to have focus, stamina and determination to engage in a successful search. You also need to understand where to look for resources and how to best employ them to reach your goal. Let us show you the tenets of a successful search.

Internship Search

An internship is an opportunity to gain experience and insight to a job or field of interest. Learn the tools and tactics for conducting an effective internship search. Also, explore the many ways that you can gain experience that helps you define your interests and enhance your resume.

The Interview: Preparing for Impact

Feeling anxious about stepping into the interview room? You are not alone! Discover the art of interview preparation through organizational research, rehearsal of the most common questions, becoming more aware of our body language, and all the things you need to remember to win your future employer over.

Thinking About Graduate or Professional School

Applying to Graduate or Professional School
(Law, Medical, Dental, Other)

What is involved in applying to graduate school? Gather tips on how to enhance your preparation and understand the timing and mechanics of the competitive application process. Get tips on personal statement writing, reference letter gathering, school targeting, interview preparation and more.

Overview of The Career Center Services for (Pre-law students, Pre-medical and other Pre-health students)

The Career Center has many specialized services for students applying to graduate professional schools, whether it be law, medicine or dental, etc. This specialized workshop will highlight the services that are relevant to the professional program you are considering.

Majors & Careers

Careers in ______ (Your Selected Area Either Specific to Career or Major)

What do I need to do to be successful in my field? There are many careers and fields to consider out there, so having specialized information may lead you closer to finding what you wish as you look for an internship or a job. Let us help you brainstorm strategies and ways to tap into potential resources to gather relevant information.

Conducting a Job Search with a Major in ________ (Your Major)

You know what your major is, but you are not sure how that translates into jobs and career paths. Come learn how to translate your major into a job and how to highlight and market the skills and experiences you have gained through your academic experience in ways that lead to a variety of jobs and careers.

 

Workshops for Ph.D. Students

The Academic Job Search

Not sure how to land that great teaching or research job? A successful job search is the culmination of a several step process. Learn the steps you will need to take to be successful, and the services and resources that can help you reach your goals.

Introduction to the Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Do I need a resume or a CV (curriculum vitae)? If you are vying for an academic position or a research opportunity, you will need to prepare a comprehensive CV. Learn what to include (and what to leave out) for a document that truly showcases your academic interests and capture the depth and breadth of your experiences.

The Non-Academic Job Search

Starting to wonder whether a career in academia is right for you? Searching for jobs outside the academy may open up many opportunities, but also present unique challenges. This session helps you understand the different strategies that can make for a successful job search, and the resources that can help you along the way.

Tailor Your Own Workshop

If you don’t see the exact workshop you’d like to have The Career Center facilitate for your group, organization or class, let us know. We would be happy to talk with you about the possibility of tailoring our workshops to your group or organization.

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