The following workshops and events are provided by The Career Center. For more resources and to sign up for any of these workshops click here.
Getting the Job: Interviewing Tips
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Tuesday Sep. 29, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
During an interview, candidates only have a short amount of time to portray their fit for an organization. This 30- 40 minute workshop introduces students to the most common interview styles, how to answer interview questions and follow up afterwards. This workshop also provides students with an array of resources available to them at The Career Center to help them prepare.
Graduate & Professional School Fair
Location: ARC Gym 1
Date & Time: Wednesday Sep. 30, 2015, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you interested in graduate or professional school? Representatives from graduate and professional programs throughout the United States will be available to provide information and materials regarding their specific programs. This event is open to ALL students and the public. Admission is FREE for students and there is no pre-registration required to attend.
Graduate School Admissions Q&A Panel
Location: ARC Multipurpose Room 2
Date & Time: Wednesday Sep. 30, 2015, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Planning on attending graduate school? This panel of admissions representatives will discuss how to become a competitive applicant and what they look for when admitting students.
Health Admissions Q&A Panel
Location: ARC Multipurpose Room 1
Date & Time: Wednesday Sep. 30, 2015, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Admissions representatives from several health professions schools/programs will be on hand to answer your questions.
Creating Powerful Resumes & Cover Letters
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Wednesday Sep. 30, 2015, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Having a well-thought-out resume and cover letter is the key to landing an interview! Upon completion of this 30-40 minute workshop, attendees will be able to draft an effective resume and cover letter that includes all relevant experiential education.
Finding an Internship
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Thursday Oct. 1, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Gaining experiential educational opportunities while in college is very important when it comes to finding employment after graduation. During this 30- 40 minute workshop, students learn how to search for internship opportunities, how to conduct one's self during an internship, and how to network with company employees post-internship.
Exploring Graduate School
Location: The Interview Suite 213, 616 E. Green (enter Kaplan building next to McDonald's and head to 2nd floor)
Date & Time: Thursday Oct. 1, 2015, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Interested in attending graduate school? This workshop will discuss how to decide if graduate school is for you. We will also talk about how to research schools and find a program that's a good fit.
Job Search Seminar for International Students
Location: BIF Auditorium
Date & Time: Friday Oct. 2, 2015, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Graduate School Application Process
Location: The Interview Suite 213, 616 E. Green (enter Kaplan building next to McDonald's and head to 2nd floor)
Date & Time: Monday Oct. 5, 2015, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Decided on graduate school? Come learn more about the application process and how to prepare.
Career Fair Prep: Maximize Your Experience
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Tuesday Oct. 6, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Attending one of the several career fairs offered on campus is an essential step toward obtaining internship experience or full-time employment. This 30-40 minute workshop teaches students how to prepare for a career fair, tips for navigating between employer booths, and how to follow-up afterward. Finally, students will learn of the resources offered at The Career Center to assist in this process
Strategic Use of LinkedIn for International Students
Location: The Interview Suite, 616 E. Green (enter Kaplan building next to McDonald's and head to 2nd floor)
Date & Time: Tuesday Oct. 6, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
This workshop will teach international students how to best utilize LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network. Students are encouraged to bring their laptop or tablet.
In the second half of the workshop, informational interviews will be discussed as an integral part of networking and your job/internship search. We will discuss how to prepare for and conduct an informational interview with an effective elevator pitch and how to turn an informational interview into an interview.
Personal Statement Workshop
Location: The Interview Suite 213, 616 E. Green (enter Kaplan building next to McDonald's and head to 2nd floor)
Date & Time: Tuesday Oct. 6, 2015, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
A key component of your graduate school application is your personal statement. Learn how to write a great one!
Finding an Internship
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Wednesday Oct. 7, 2015, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Gaining experiential educational opportunities while in college is very important when it comes to finding employment after graduation. During this 30- 40 minute workshop, students learn how to search for internship opportunities, how to conduct one's self during an internship, and how to network with company employees post-internship.
Creating Powerful Resumes & Cover Letters
Location: The Career Center Conference Room, 715 S. Wright
Date & Time: Wednesday Oct. 7, 2015, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Having a well-thought-out resume and cover letter is the key to landing an interview! Upon completion of this 30-40 minute workshop, attendees will be able to draft an effective resume and cover letter that includes all relevant experiential education.
Shadowing and Applied Health Work Certifications - Health Professions Wednesdays
Location: The Interview Suite 213, 616 E. Green (enter Kaplan building next to McDonald's and head to 2nd floor)
Date & Time: Wednesday Oct. 7, 2015, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Clinical experience is key in your preparation for a health profession. Learn about ways to gain clinical experience beyond volunteering
ACES & Sciences Career Fair
Location: ARC
Date & Time: Thursday Oct. 8, 2015, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Don't miss the over 100 employers looking for UIUC students interested in agribusiness and science careers. This career fair is open to all students.
