Students: Career Planning: Workshops

• All workshops are open to students, faculty, staff, and alumni of IUPUI.
• There is no charge to attend these workshops.
• Individuals with special needs are asked to contact the Office of Academic and Career Development at (317) 274-4856 or career1@iupui.edu at least two weeks before attending a workshop. Every effort will be made to accommodate these needs.
• Register to attend a workshop!
• Visit https://ucevents.uc.iupui.edu/ Log in using your IUPUI student login, and browse the schedule.
  

2009 Workshop Schedule

Fall 2009 Workshops (by topic)

Can't Be a Rock Star? Find Majors/Careers Right for YOU!
Haven’t declared a major? Don’t have a CLUE about future careers? Choosing a major involves career research and some self-exploration. Take off the pressure and have some fun with it! Learn to explore your options and get tips and resources to make informed choices.

 

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Find a HOT Job in a COOL Economy

Ever done an informational interview? Know how to tailor your resume to specific positions? Market your skills appropriately, and reach those in a position to help or hire you. These tools will keep your job search productive. Take your job search beyond the basics!

11/10/09	12:00PM	CE 306
11/18/09	12:00PM	CE 306
12/2/09	3:00PM	CE 310

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Interviewing Essentials

Do interviews make you nervous? Learn the best strategies for confident interviewing. We’ll discuss interview styles, the tough questions, and strategies that can set you apart from other applicants. You’ll even get a chance to practice. Be confident in your next interview

11/19/09	12:00PM	CE 306
10/29/09	12:00PM	CE 306

 

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Job Searching for Students

Working while in school is a great way to build your resume, explore careers, make connections, and pay the bills. But where do you look? What’s out there? Pros and cons to working? Learn about resume basics, job search strategies, Federal Work-Study, JagJobs, and more.

 

 

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Make Career Fairs Work for YOU!

Know how to approach a recruiter? Career Fairs are an excellent opportunity to network with prospective employers, and preparation is the key! Discover what to do before, during and after an internship or career fair. Jump-start your job or internship search today!

 

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Networking- It IS About Who You Know!

In a competitive job market, your “people connections” are the most important part of your job search process. Develop your own personal networking plan using these strategies.  Networking doesn't have to be difficult—feel confident making professional contacts and gathering resources!

11/17/09	3:00PM	CE 306
12/3/09	12:00PM	CE 310

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MIDCAREER CHANGE

Statistics indicate that many people will change careers numerous times in their lifetime. This workshop will include the issues involved in midcareer changes such as readiness for a job/career change, self-assessment, specific job-hunting techniques useful for midlevel careers, typical midcareer path, attitudes associated with midcareer changes, changing work ethics, and midcareer and midlife challenges. Sponsored by the IUPUI Office of Academic and Career Development and the IUPUI Graduate Office.

Scheduling now--more information coming soon!

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Resume Writing- Put Your Best "YOU" on Paper!

Want your resume to land in the "YES" pile? A fill-in-the-blank resume format can't effectively communicate your particular skills, interests, and experience to an employer. Learn what needs to be included, determine a strategy, discuss what best sells you for the job, and get samples, too!

11/11/09

3:00PM

CE 306

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