Applying to Graduate School:
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If graduate school is in your future (near or distant), attend this session for an overview of the application process. Selecting programs and managing application procedures will be addressed, and Career Center resources will be highlighted.
Creative Job Search Strategies:
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Need a job but don't know where to start? This workshop will help you discover the employment opportunities that are out there and give you the necessary tools you need to effectively market your education, skills and experience to get the job.
Developing a Curriculum Vitae (CV):
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If you plan to apply to graduate school or aspire for a scientific, academic, or research career you may need to create a CV. Learn what distinguishes a CV from a resume and begin developing your current background into a CV format.
Developing An Internship:
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Does your resume cry out for relevant work experience? Are you ready to develop a professional network? Whether you're applying for a pre-existing internship or want to create your own, this workshop will address the key aspects of setting up your experiential learning opportunity. Learn how to identify potential internship sites, receive academic credit and develop a detailed learning contract to effectively assist you in attaining the knowledge, skills and abilities that employers seek.
Finding Nonprofit Jobs:
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Idealistic? Caring? Creative? If these are personal qualities you value and want to use in a career then this workshop is for you. We will focus on how to seek employment in nonprofit and alternative organizations. You'll learn how to explore this hidden job market, discuss the range of rewarding opportunities available, and highlight the skills and qualifications needed.
International Opportunities for Educators:
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In this workshop for certified (or soon to be certified) K-12 teachers, we'll discuss finding employment in international schools. Come learn about finding job openings, using the internet and career fairs to network with potential overseas employers, contracts, compensation and the cultural realities of teaching aboard. Note: If you want information about other types of international jobs and internships, including Teaching English as a Second Language, you will want to attend the International Work & Internship Opportunities Workshop.
International Work & Internship Opportunities:
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Dreaming of ways to broaden your horizons? Not ready to settle down into a cubicle? Come explore opportunities for employment and internships abroad. Well consider your international employment potential, discuss the realities of working abroad and begin to develop your personal job search strategy. This workshop will also include information about teaching English as a Second Language overseas. NOTE: If you are (or will be) a certified K-12 teacher thinking about teaching overseas, you will want to attend the International Opportunities for Educators Workshop.
Interview Techniques (General):
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You've almost got the job so dont bomb the interview! We'll discuss how to prepare for the interviewing process, questions you can anticipate to be asked, and appropriate follow-up techniques. Knowing what to expect helps tone down those butterflies so you can put your best face forward and demonstrate your qualifications effectively.
Interview Techniques for Teachers:
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Similar to our general interviewing workshop, yet designed specifically for education students and those who are looking for teaching careers.
Network Your Way to a Job:
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Have you been hearing that finding work in a competitive job market depends on who you know? Well, it's true! Are you wondering how a student can learn to network effectively? Come to this hands-on workshop and we guarantee that you will come away with the skills, confidence and specific strategies to develop your own network of professional contacts.
Preparing For A Career Fair:
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Make the most of the upcoming Career Fair. Learn from a former corporate recruiter how to approach employers with confidence and make that stellar first impression. Gain great ideas on how to prepare, what to bring with you, questions to ask company reps, dressing for success and much, much more!
Resume and Cover Letter Writing for Teachers:
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Similar to our general resume writing workshop, yet designed specifically for education students and those who are looking for teaching careers.
Resume Writing (General):
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It's true that there is no such thing as the perfect resume, but you can get close with the information you'll get in this workshop. Dont fall into the trap of the resume template! Come learn about the different types of resumes that you can use to successfully market yourself on paper.