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Prepare to Connect: Expert tips for your next job search

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student engaging in an interviewCareer Services is hosting Prepare to Connect this week to help you get ready for your spring job search. The format allows you to pick sessions to attend based on your schedule and needs. No registration is required.  Learn more and join on April 15 during Prepare to Connect.

Don’t forget – Employer Connect is coming soon and Harper Connect (trades related) is April 15. 

Employer Connect, which involves a variety of industries hiring for both full and part time positions, is April 29. Talk to employers interested in hiring students and graduates.  Learn more and register for Employer Connect, the virtual career fair.  All employers are actively hiring and looking for candidates like you!

Expert Tips to Land Your Next Job

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student sitting in front of computer in business attireYour next job could be out there waiting for you! Even if you’re not currently looking, its never too early to get prepared and learn valuable skills to help you when the time comes.
Career Services has developed new sessions that provide reliable career resources and expert tips on resumes and interviewing to help you navigate your job search.
Mark your calendars for the Prepare to Connect sessions held April 1 and April 15. Experienced Career Counselors will be available to answer questions and you will receive resume assistance, learn interviewing skills, and gain valuable job search tips. No prior registration is required – join us during on the day and time that works best for your schedule.
 

Thursday, April 1

1:00 – 3:00 PM

 

 Resumes – 1:00 pm

Job Search – 1:30 pm

Interviews  – 2:00 pm

Virtual Job Fair How To Tips – 2:30 pm
 

Thursday, April 15

5:30 – 7:30 PM

 

 Resumes – 5:30 pm

Job Search – 6:00 pm

Interviews  – 6:30 pm

Virtual Job Fair How To Tips – 7:00 pm
We have several events coming up featuring employers seeking to hire for full-time and part-time positions.  Harper Connect is April 14 and Employer Connect is April 29!
You’ll be able to use these tools at our upcoming Employer Connect week of virtual hiring events held April 14 and April 29. Mark your calendars!

February Job Readiness Challenge: Get Valuable Feedback and Win a Starbucks Gift Card

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student engaging in an interviewFEBRUARY JOB READINESS CHALLENGE – INTRODUCTORY SPEECH

Over 70% of jobs are found through networking. Having an introductory speech ready to go will help you take advantage of networking opportunities as they arise. Use this tool at our upcoming Employer Connect week of virtual hiring events (March 2-4), virtual networking events, or with neighbors, friends, and others in your community. Your next job could be out there waiting for you!

Craft the statement by talking a little bit about what you’ve done in the past, what you’re now working on in the present, and what your goals are for the future.  Remember to keep it professional and short (around 30 seconds). Focus on experiences and skills that will be relevant to the employer you’re speaking to. Watch the How to Answer the Tell Me About Yourself video for valuable information and tips on how to make a great first impression.

To complete this challenge: 

  • Write your own introductory speech using this Tell Me About Yourself template.
  • Next, take a video reciting your speech or snap a picture of your completed worksheet, and then complete the submission form.
  • Every participant will receive feedback from a career counselor, AND a $10 Starbucks gift cards while supplies last!
  • The deadline for completing this challenge is Friday, February 26.

Virtual Career Services: Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

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Save the Date! It’s never too early to start preparing for your future. Career Services has developed new sessions that provide reliable career resources and tips to help you navigate your job search. Mark your calendars for:

  1. Prepare to Connect: (February 16 -18)  resume assistance, interviewing, and job search tips 
  2. Employer Connect: (March 2 – 4) virtual hiring events where you connect directly with employers

Applicant Tracking Systems: Watch this short video from Career Services about how employers track your applications online to learn how to get noticed and make these systems work for you!  If you like learning the latest job search tips, be sure to join us for Prepare to Connect on February 16, 17, and 18.

It’s a Major Decision sessions start on January 28:

  • Participants learn expert tips on how to choose a career/major
  • Sessions held weekly and open to current and prospective students
  • Check out this brief video to learn more about the sessions and then sign up online​