Upcoming Workshops & Events: April 21 – 30, 2015

Please make sure to RSVP on STARR Search to guarantee a seat.

 

1) CIS Career Panel

April 21, 2015, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

2-125 NVC

What to know which employers are hiring students with a degree in CIS?
Come and network with representatives from:
• BlackRock
• Uncubed
• Credit Suisse
• Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

 

2) Researching Companies

April 21, 2015, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

2-190 NVC

Research can mean the difference between knowing enough to apply and knowing enough to actually lock down a job. Come to this workshop and learn about how to improve your research skills.

 

3) Job Search Boot Camp

April 22, 2015, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

2-190 NVC

Week 3 of a 6 week series:

Seniors and recent alumni (1-3 years postgrad) who are seeking employment may join this weekly group to learn about the most effective job search methods, ask questions, and engage in activities to enhance their skills. Each week covers different aspects of the job search process, so participants are encouraged to attend all or as many sessions as possible.

 

4) Government and Non Profit Career Panel

April 22, 2015, 4:30 pm – 6:00pm

2-125 NVC

Thinking about a career in government and nonprofit? Great! Learn how you can build a rewarding and financially successful career working in the public sector from professionals who are doing so.

 

5) Mastering the Job Interview: Basic

April 23, 2015, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

2-190 NVC

How do you prepare a personal pitch? How do you respond to challenging interview questions? What questions should you ask and avoid asking? How do you close the interview? Attend this workshop and learn the steps to follow before, during and after the interview to increase your chances of landing the job you want.

 

6) Making the Most of Your Internship

April 23, 2015, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

14-230 NVC

In this seminar students will learn important tips on how to make the most of an internship. Many internship opportunities afford the possibility of leading to a full-time position. This of course depends on the company’s needs and most importantly is based on the intern’s performance. Find out about ways to stand out positively in an internship; learn the steps involved in establishing a good rapport with your supervisor; discover what NOT to do when interning; and more!

**Please note this workshop does not help you obtain an internship, it is going to provide tips to help you make the most of an internship once you land one!**
7) Using LinkedIn for Your Job Search

April 27, 2015, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

2-190 NVC

LinkedIn is a powerful tool when you’re job hunting. With 95% of companies using LinkedIn to identify intern and full time candidates, it is essential that you know how to successfully navigate this social media platform. Come to this workshop and learn how to use LinkedIn to identify job and internship postings. We will also share useful tips on how to connect with recruiters, hiring managers, Baruch alumni and industry professionals through LinkedIn.

At the end of the workshop, you have the opportunity to take a professional headshot.

 

8) Financial Literacy

April 28, 2015, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

2-190 NVC

How financially savvy are you? Do your spending habits allow you to save money and enjoy your college life? This workshopis for students who want to begin creating a stable and successful financial future now. Students will perform exercises to begin constructing a spending plan and choose the best credit card deal. This workshop will teach you the basics of budgeting, utilizing credit wisely, and protecting your identity.

 

9) Job Search Boot Camp

April 29, 2015, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

2-190 NVC

Week 4 of a 6 week series:

Seniors and recent alumni (1-3 years postgrad) who are seeking employment may join this weekly group to learn about the most effective job search methods, ask questions, and engage in activities to enhance their skills. Each week covers different aspects of the job search process, so participants are encouraged to attend all or as many sessions as possible.

 

10) Mastering the Job Interview-Advanced

April 29, 2015, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

2-190 NVC

This workshop is designed primarily for juniors and seniors who have attended the basic interviewing workshops and desire more intensive training. It focuses on the second interview or the site interview, the group interview and strategies for success in behavioral type interviews. (Basic Interviewing is not a pre-requisite)

 

11) What are YOU Worth? Salary Negotiation

April 29, 2015, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

2-190 NVC

Although discussing salary can be a nerve-wracking experience, it is important to understand the value of your experience so you neither get paid too little for your work nor make yourself too expensive as a candidate. Join us as we will share tips on how to review a job offer, information regarding benefits and strategies to negotiate your salary effectively.

 

11) Arts and Sciences Career Panel

April 30, 2015, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

14-270 NVC

Wondering what you can do with a degree in Liberal Arts? Then join the discussion and hear from professionals who have used their liberal arts background to work in all sectors including corporate and public.

 

12) Moody’s Corporation and Harlem RBI-From Classroom to Cubicle: Maximizing Your Work Experience

April 30, 2015, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

2-190 NVC

Join this workshop to come and learn the do’s and don’ts of your internship or job after graduation. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to prepare for a job, sharpen your networking skills, how to get noticed for all the right reasons and get the most out of the start of your professional experiences. We will discuss tips and tricks on how to maximize every opportunity you get in college and thereafter to help you succeed in your career.