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Workshops and Seminars

A variety of workshops are available each semester. Please see the list below of upcoming workshops. The workshops are informal discussions that focus on one topic. No appointment is necessary, and there is no cost to Penn State students, faculty, or staff. Simply show up and take notes.

Seminar/Workshops
(Open to all students, strongly recommended for seniors as well.)
Workshop Request Form

Don't forget to check out fair page/calendar and the Penn State Behrend events calendar for updates too!

Seminars/Workshops:

SEMINARS

All Students: Join us to put your job search on the right road! Note that many sessions are back to back so that you can get all the information easily.

Seniors/Full-time Job Seekers: In this competitive job market, conducting an effective job search is more crucial than ever! Please bring your Senior Packet. It’s free and has the latest job and grad school search information from Penn State Behrend and national employers. Stop in Reed Room 1 to get yours!

Intern/Co-op/Part-time/Summer Job Seekers: Sending a resume is just not enough to get you the job. You need to be able to locate resources, stand out from the other applicants, and be able to communicate and articulate your attributes effectively. Learn job and internship seeking skills and get the edge on your competition.

Student Organizations or Resident Assistants are encouraged to co-sponsor these events.

Note: If you have a class conflict, come for as much of a session as possible. To schedule an individual appointment to review your internship or job search strategies, please call the CDC or stop in the office. We look forward to working with you.

Call 898-6164 for information.

Fall Semester 2008

TOPICS	DATE	DAY	TIME	LOCATION
Nittany Lion Recruiting system and Career Development Center Services Strongly recommended prior to participating in On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) for Full Time, Intern, & co-Op positions being posted by employers coming to Penn State Behrend, University Park, Harrsiburg and Berks.	8/27/08	Wed	4:45 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
	8/28/08	Thurs	4:15 - 5:00 pm	REDC 236
	8/28/08	Thurs	7:30 - 8:15 pm	REDC 236
	9/2/08	Tues	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
Resume, Cover Letter & Employer contact: How To Connect With and Impress Employers Through Mail and E-mail	9/2/08	Tues	7:30 - 8:15 pm	Reed 3
	9/4/08	Thurs	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
	9/8/08	Mon	4:45 - 5:30 pm	REDC 236
	9/16/08	Tues	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
	9/25/08	Tues	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
Graduate School: Strategies for Finding and Applying (co-presented with the Learning Resource Center)	One session will be held in each Behrend school, date, time and location to be announced.
Career Fair Preparation: What To Expect...And What Employers Expect	9/3/08	Wed	4:45 - 5:30 pm	Reed 3
	9/9/08	Tues	4:15 - 5:00 pm	REDC 236
	9/22/08	Mon	6:30 - 7:15 pm	Reed 114
	9/24/08	Wed	4:45 - 5:30 pm	Reed 3
	9/29/08	Mon	4:45 - 5:30 pm	REDC 236
Ace The Interview: Winning Ways to Handle the Tough Questions	9/9/08	Tues	7:30 - 8:15 pm	REDC 236
	9/10/08	Wed	4:45 - 5:30 pm	REDC 236
	9/15/08	Mon	4:45 - 5:30 pm	Reed 3
	9/18/08	Thurs	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
	9/22/08	Mon	4:45 - 5:30 pm	REDC 236
Internship Search: What, Why and How (includes Resume and Cover Letter basics)	9/11/08	Thurs	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
	9/17/08	Wed	4:45 - 5:30 pm	REDC 236
	9/23/08	Tues	4:15 - 5:00 pm	Reed 3
Adult Student Job/Internship Search	9/24/08	Wed	5:30 - 6:30 pm	Reed 3
Adult Student Job/Internship Search	9/25/08	Thurs	12:30 - 1:30 pm	Reed 3

Career Series Workshops:

Plan to get a good job or internship?
Sending a resume is just not enough to get you the job. You need to be able to locate resources, stand out from the other applicants, and be able to communicate and articulate your attributes effectively. Learn job and internship seeking skills and get the edge on your competition with the CDC's new Career Series! Numerous topics are presented at varying times, so many should fit into your schedule. Student Organizations or Resident Assistants are encouraged to co-sponsor these events. For more information, call the CDC at 898-6164.

Workshop Request

If you are a resident assistant, organization member, or faculty member who would like to request a workshop, please complete the following form. Workshops must be requested at least 2 weeks in advance. We suggest collaborating with another organization for better attendance.

Please include the following:

Organization/Class name(s)

Topic

Contact Person

Phone

E-mail

Preferred Date

Second Preferred Date