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Students can sign up by calling the number listed next to the event or online under the "Presentations" section of InterviewTRAK.


February
Date StartTime EndTime Program Presenter Location SignUp
2/1/2007
5:00:00 PM
6:20:00 PM
Career Day Success Strategies for the Internship Search
PNC Bank
BC
732-445-6127, ext. 0
Overwhelmed by the thought of the Internship Career Day and all those employers?? You are not alone! This workshop will provide you with effective techniques to successfully navigate the Internship Career Day. Presented by a representative from PNC Bank, you will learn strategies to make the most out of your Career Day experience!
 
2/2/2007
10:00:00 AM
3:00:00 PM
CAREER DAY: Internship Career Day
Dorothy Fredericks
Busch Campus Center

 
2/6/2007
1:10:00 PM
2:50:00 PM
Skillscan: Discover Your "Marketable Skills" and Find Career Success
Scott Borden
RSC Room 410 AB
732-932-7997
Not sure of your marketable skills? Attend this interactive workshop to learn to identify your skills and market them to employers.
 
2/6/2007
6:00:00 PM
8:00:00 PM
Teaching Opportunities for the Non-Certified
Tina Vance Knight
RSC Room 411 ABC
732-932-7997
Learn about the alternate route, Teach for America, and teaching opportunities in public and private institutions from a panel of teaching professionals.
 
2/7/2007
6:40:00 PM
8:00:00 PM
Finding an Internship in D.C.
Lisa White
BCC
732-445-6127 ext. 0
This seminar will provide an overview of resources available to help students secure a summer internship in the DC area. In addition, you will learn about the Rutgers In Washington Program (RIW), co-sponsored by the Office of Federal Relations and Career Services at Rutgers. RIW offers a great way to participate in exciting social, cultural, and professional events in the nation's capital! All RU students invited!
 
2/8/2007
12:00:00 PM
1:20:00 PM
CV/Resume Writing for Graduate Students
Sue Pye
BC
732-445-6127, ext. 0
Review the relationship with CV’s and resumes. Explore tips and strategies for writing CV’s and resumes with impact.
 
2/9/2007
9:00:00 AM
12:00:00 PM
Job Search for International Students
Sylvia D. Cordero
RSC Room 411ABC
732-932-7997
A program in conjunction with the International Center that focuses on preparing Visa students on how to market themselves, conduct a job search in United States and overseas, as well as filling out the papers for an OPI request.
 
2/9/2007
11:00:00 AM
4:00:00 PM
The Annual J&J Site Visit - ALANA day
Toi Tyson
CAC
732-445-6127 ext. 0
Here's your chance to put your networking skills into action. Attend an on-site visit to Rutgers #1 recruiter. J&J is dedicated to recruiting top students with diverse backgrounds. All undergraduate students are welcome to attend. For a more detailed description go to our home page under "Hot Topics" and click on "Johnson & Johnson Site Visit / ALANA Day." Sign-up is on a first come first serve basis and space is limited.
 
2/10/2007
10:00:00 AM
1:00:00 PM
Resume, Interviewing, Job Search Strategies 3-in-1
Sue Pye, Jennifer Broyles, Joe Scott
BC
732-445-6127, ext. 0
Learn the basics of resume writing, interviewing strategies, and how to search for a job or internship. 10:00 a.m.- Resume Writing; 11:00 a.m. -Interviewing Skills; 12:00 pm -Job Search Strategies. You can sign up for one, two, or all three presentations.
 
2/12/2007
6:00:00 PM
7:30:00 PM
Resume Writing Clinic
Monica Bryant
DCC Room C
732-932-7997
Bring a copy of your resume to have it critiqued by a counselor. First come first serve basis.
 
2/13/2007
6:00:00 PM
7:30:00 PM
Work It! Learn How to Work the Room at the Upcoming Career Day
Tina V. Knight & Stephanie Bridges
RSC Room 411BC
732-932-7997
Want to learn the art of interacting with employers so you stand out among the masses? Attend this fun and interactive workshop to help you work the room with confidence.
 
2/14/2007
1:00:00 PM
3:30:00 PM
Resume Blitz

BC
No Sign Up
Bring in your resume draft and have it critiqued by a Career Services counselor.
 
2/15/2007
2:50:00 PM
4:10:00 PM
Major and Career Decisions using your Personality Style
David Bills
RSC Room 410AB
732-932-7997
Attend this interactive program if you are undecided on your major and/or career choice. We'll give you an assessment to uncover your Myers-Briggs personality style and then provide you with appropriate majors and careers to consider.
 
2/16/2007
10:00:00 AM
3:00:00 PM
CAREER DAY: New Jersey Diversity Career Day
Dorothy Fredericks
RSC

 
2/20/2007
7:15:00 PM
8:30:00 PM
Finding an Internship in D.C.
Lisa White
DCC, Room B
732-445-6127 ext. 0
This seminar will provide an overview of resources available to help students secure a summer internship in the DC area. In addition, you will learn about the Rutgers In Washington Program (RIW), co-sponsored by the Office of Federal Relations and Career Services at Rutgers. RIW offers a great way to participate in exciting social, cultural, and professional events in the nation's capital! All RU students invited!
 
2/21/2007
1:00:00 PM
3:30:00 PM
Speed Networking and Practice Interviews with Employers
Doug Ricci
RSC Room 411 ABC
732-932-7997
Attend this event to get more comfortable with the networking process. Employers and Career Services staff will be present and available to help you practice the basics of networking and, perhaps, role play an interview with you. The function of a networking event is to make as many contacts as possible. Come prepared with your 60 second commercial, your resume, a business card if you have one, a firm handshake and a smile! Walk away with contacts that may just be the key to your future success!!
 
2/21/2007
11:30:00 AM
12:50:00 PM
Decisions, Decisions! Making Career Decisions That Count
Tina Vance Knight
RSC Room 410AB
732-932-7997
Are you having difficulty making a decision about your major or career path? Are you overwhelmed by all of the options? Are you afraid of making the “wrong” decision? If so, this fun and interactive workshop will provide you with creative decision-making strategies to help you make decisions with confidence.
 
2/22/2007
6:30:00 PM
8:30:00 PM
From Backpack to Briefcase: What Every Student of Color Needs to Know to Succeed in Corporate America
Tina V. Knight & Stephanie Bridgers
PRC- Busch Campus
732-932-7997
Come and meet a panel of professionals from top corporations and learn what it takes to suceed as a person of color in corporate America. Topics will include everything from dealing with illegal interview questions, discrimination on the job, inappropriate jokes/conversations, finding mentors, getting promoted, keeping your ethnic and cultural identity and much more! This is also a great opportunity to network!
 
2/23/2007
10:00:00 AM
3:00:00 PM
CAREER DAY: Education Career Day
Dorothy Fredericks
RSC

 
2/27/2007
2:50:00 PM
4:10:00 PM
Networking for Introverts and Shy People
Jennifer Fishberg
RSC 410 AB
732-932-7997
Does the prospect of networking make you want to run in the other direction? Tired of people telling you to "just be more outgoing? Networking is an important part of the job search process, but it can be especially intimidating for introverted and/or shy people. This workshop will help you to learn techniques that respect and utilize your unique strengths.
 
2/28/2007
6:00:00 PM
8:00:00 PM
PANEL: Career Opportunities for Political Science Majors
Chrystal McArthur
RSC Room 411ABC
732-932-7997
Want to learn about exciting and profitable career options aside from going to law school … then attend this panel.
 
Location Key
BC = Busch Campus - Career and Interview Center
BCC = Busch Campus Center
BrC = Brower Commons
CAC = College Avenue Campus - Career Center at 46 College Avenue
CCC = Cook Campus Center
DCC = Douglass College Center
PRC = Paul Robeson Cultural Center
RSC = Rutgers Student Center
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Drop-in/Resume Critique Hours
Career and Interview Center - BCC Mon and Wed 1:00-3:30
Career Center at 46 College Avenue - Tue and Thu 1:00-3:30

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Updated: 11/23/2009

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