The Career Center hosts a number of educational events related to professionalism, career readiness, and "day in the life" perspectives on careers from our industry partners in the community. Check back frequently to see what exciting events are scheduled that can help you meet your career goals.

SPRING 2024 WORKSHOPS

Some workshops are offered in-person and others are offered virtually on Zoom. Please take note of the modality for the specific workshop(s) you want to attend. If it is offered virtually, students will need to click on the registration link in order to receive the Zoom link.

Charting Your Path: Major & Career Exploration in a Changing World (1.5 hours)

This is NOT your typical major/career exploration workshop. As the world evolves with emerging technologies and shifting work trends, this immersive workshop empowers you to navigate your future with confidence and curiosity. Through innovative techniques like design thinking, ChatGPT prompts, challenge mindset card sort, and student-led experiential projects, participants will gain valuable insights and clarity in their major/career path.

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Day  Date Time Location Register Link
Tuesday 2/20 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Career Center (Watson Hall, 3rd Floor) Click to Register 
Wednesday 4/10 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Career Center (Watson Hall, 3rd Floor) Click to Register
Tuesday 5/7 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Virtual Click to Register

Resumes That Shine: Appealing to Both Humans & Machines (1 hour)

Discover the art of crafting a captivating resume that impresses both employers and ATS algorithms in this engaging workshop. Explore color and design theory, leverage ChatGPT, access professional templates, and learn how to tailor your story for your dream role and stand out in an increasingly digital and automated world of work.

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Day  Date Time Location Register Link
Monday 3/4 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Career Center (Watson Hall, 3rd Floor) Click to Register
Tuesday 4/23 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Virtual Click to Register

LinkedIn Like a Pro: Building Your Network, Building Your Future (1 hour)

It’s never too early to join the world’s leading career management tool! Through live demos and profile optimization tips, you will learn how to stand out to potential employers and connections. Explore career paths, networking strategies, and leverage ChatGPT to boost your personal brand, all in one empowering workshop.

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Day  Date Time Location Register Link
Thursday 2/29 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Virtual Click to Register
Monday 4/15 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Career Center (Watson Hall, 3rd Floor) Click to Register

Job Search 2.0: Tech-Powered Job Search Strategies to Get Hired (1.5 hours)

This dynamic workshop is designed to equip you with new (and tried and true!) techniques to excel in your job search. We will explore various digital tools and how they can efficiently help you identify companies and opportunities aligned with individual career paths and interests, while also preparing you for effective networking and interviewing that will help you stand out in today’s competitive job market.

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Day  Date Time Location Register Link
Tuesday 3/12 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Virtual Click to Register
Wednesday 5/1 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Career Center (Watson Hall, 3rd Floor) Click to Register

  ** Note to Faculty: if you are interested in having one of the above topics to be presented to your class, please fill out this REQUEST FORM. Thank you!

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