• Secrets to Getting a Security Clearance
Join us for a special three-part series designed specifically for individuals seeking government jobs and internships. Participants will hear from Partnership for Public Service staff, agency recruiters, federal interns and graduates who recently received offers for federal jobs, and will learn how to best leverage their skills and experiences to find the right federal fit.
Find Your Federal Dream Job or Internship
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
New Hall West, Room 142 A-B
During this webinar, we’ll share best practices for federal job-seekers including where to look for government positions, how to determine which ones are a good fit for various backgrounds and skill sets, and tips for analyzing job opportunity announcements.
Register on Hokies4Hire; complete your profile and then select Career Events.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
5:00 – 6:00 pm
Harper Hall Seminar Room
Want to know more about security clearance? Attend this session to hear from Chris Ramos, a student who has interned for federal government agencies and been through the clearance process.
Register on Hokies4Hire; complete your profile and then select Career Events.
Apply for the Position that’s Right for You
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Smith Career Center, Room B
In the second segment of this series, we’ll walk students and job-seekers through the federal application process. From building a federal resume to filling out questionnaires to using the Application Manager on USAJOBS.gov, we’ll break down the steps individuals need to take to complete and submit an application.
Register on Hokies4Hire; complete your profile and then select Career Events.
Know Your Next Steps
Thursday, October 20, 2011
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Smith Career Center, Room B
Once job-seekers submit an application, their work finding a federal job or internship is far from complete. During this session, we’ll outline the steps students must take to follow up on their federal applications, including the interview, security clearance and negotiation processes.
Register on Hokies4Hire; complete your profile and then select Career Events.
Ms. Claire Childress
Senior Assistant Director for Job Search and Graduate School Preparation
540-231-6241
childrec@vt.edu