Fall semester 2009
August 2009 |
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Aug. 25 |
For Graduate Students: Writing a Winning
Resume
If you are planning an industry, government, or non-tenure track educational
job search, having a well polished resume is the most critical step
toward getting an interview. Attend this seminar to learn how to present
yourself most effectively on paper to prospective employers. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
September 2009 |
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Time |
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| Tues. |
Sep. 1 |
On-Campus Interviewing
Program Orientation for Graduate Students
Did you know that hundreds of employers visit the Virginia Tech campus
each year to recruit students for full-time, co-op and internship
positions? An even larger number search our resume database for candidates
to fill vacant positions. Learn how to most effectively use our Hokies4Hire
system in your job search process. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
| Tues. |
Sep. 8 |
Career Fair Preparation
for Graduate Students
There are several large job fairs on campus this fall and employers
ARE interested in talking with graduate students—especially
at the master’s level. Do you know how to present yourself to
an employer at a job fair? What to ask? What they’ll expect?
Come to this seminar to learn a few tricks of this trade! |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
October 2009 |
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Event |
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Time |
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Oct. 6 |
Interviewing Skills for Graduate Students
Be prepared for initial screening interviews as well as on-site interviews.
This seminar addresses interviewing basics, employer expectations,
and insights into behavioral interviews. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
| Tues. |
Oct. 13 |
Graduate Student
Timeline for Post-graduation Success
Whether you’re beginning your master’s degree or about
to finish your Ph.D.; thinking about careers in industry, government,
or academia; Career Services can assist you with many aspects of your
career decision making or job search process. This seminar will introduce
you to services offered by Career Services and outline a timeline
to help you get on track and reach your ultimate post-graduation goal. |
GLC-C |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
| Tues. |
Oct. 27 |
Writing Your Curriculum Vita
Having a well-constructed and informative Curriculum Vita (CV) is an important first step in your academic job search.
Whether you are searching for a faculty position or a post-doc opportunity, a CV will be required.
Attend this seminar to learn the basics of CV construction or tips on how to polish your current version. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
November 2009 |
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All fall 2009 events held in September & October, listed above. |
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Spring semester 2010 EVENTS TBA.
LAST SPRING 2009 EVENTS LISTED FOR REFERENCE ONLY BECAUSE THE SPRING 2010 SCHEDULE WILL BE SIMILAR
January 2009 2010 EVENTS TBA.
LAST YEAR'S EVENTS LISTED FOR REFERENCE ONLY BECAUSE THE 2010 EVENTS WILL BE SIMILAR.
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Date |
Event |
Location |
Time |
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| Tues. |
Jan. 27 |
Graduate Student
Timeline for Post-graduation Success
Whether you’re beginning your master’s degree or about
to finish your Ph.D.; thinking about careers in industry, government,
or academia; Career Services can assist you with many aspects of your
career decision making or job search process. This seminar will introduce
you to services offered by Career Services and outline a timeline
to help you get on track and reach your ultimate post-graduation goal. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
February 2009 2010 EVENTS TBA.
LAST YEAR'S EVENTS LISTED FOR REFERENCE ONLY BECAUSE THE 2010 EVENTS WILL BE SIMILAR. |
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Date |
Event |
Location |
Time |
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| Tues. |
Feb. 3 |
For Graduate Students: Writing a Winning
Resume
If you are planning an industry, government, or non-tenure track educational
job search, having a well polished resume is the most critical step
toward getting an interview. Attend this seminar to learn how to present
yourself most effectively on paper to prospective employers. |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
| Tues. |
Feb. 10 |
Career Fair Preparation
for Graduate Students
There are several large job fairs on campus this spring and employers
ARE interested in talking with graduate students—especially
at the master’s level. Do you know how to present yourself to
an employer at a job fair? What to ask? What they’ll expect?
Come to this seminar to learn a few tricks of this trade! |
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
| Tues. |
Feb. 24 |
Interviewing Skills for Graduate Students
Be prepared for initial screening interviews as well as on-site interviews.
This seminar addresses interviewing basics, employer expectations,
and insights into behavioral interviews.
|
GLC-F |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
March 2009 2010 EVENTS TBA.
LAST YEAR'S EVENTS LISTED FOR REFERENCE ONLY BECAUSE THE 2010 EVENTS WILL BE SIMILAR. |
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Event |
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Time |
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Mar. 3, 2009
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Dining Etiquette in a Business Setting for Graduate Students
Cost: $10 per person, includes 5-course meal.
Registration required, in person at TENTATIVE 110 GLC, exact dates tba. |
GLC Multi-purpose Room |
5:30 - 8:00 pm tentative |
