Career Center
Upcoming Student Career Center Events
If you have questions or need to cancel your attendance at a meal, please email career@andrew.cmu.edu
Wednesday, September 3: Planning your Job Search
McConomy, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Regardless of the current job market, students seeking employment must be prepared to identify and use all applicable resources and strategies. This workshop will discuss the basic information needed to launch a productive job or internship search
Thursday, September 4: Resume Writing
McConomy, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Whether you have a resume together or aren't sure where to begin, this program is for you. You will be given ideas on how you can better market your education, experience, leadership and other skills to employers. Now is the time to perfect your resume and cover letter for the upcoming job fairs and recruiting season!
Monday, September 8: Interviewing
Rangos 1, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Concerned about what you are going to be asked during an interview? This program will address commonly asked interview questions and strategies to use in preparing your responses Tips for preparing for interviews will be offered.
Monday, September 8: TartanTrak Workshop
Rangos 3 , University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Hone your TartanTrak skills to better assist with your job or internship search. Also, learn tips and shortcuts to make your time in TartanTrak more productive.
Monday, September 15: Working a Job Fair
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Not sure what to expect at a job fair? Searching for ways to stand out from the crowd? Get tips on how to navigate a job fair--learn how to introduce yourself to employers, what to say, how to dress, and much more. Walk away from the next job fair with confidence!
Tuesday, September 16: Job Search Information for International Students
McConomy, 4:30-5:30pm
This program is designed for international students seeking internship or full-time employment in the USA. Please come and learn visa requirements for employment and develop strategies for a successful job search American style.
Wednesday, September 24: Professional Dress and Presentation
McConomy, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Thursday, September 25: Case Interviewing
McConomy, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
This workshop will cover why companies conduct case interviews, how they evaluate your performance, and how to prepare for the case interview ahead of time. You will practice with a case interview example to help get you thinking about the types fo questions you may see during your interview process.
Monday, September 29: On-site Interviewing
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
You worked hard to create your resume and to get that first interview. Now you have a site visit!! Join us to learn how to make that site visit a success. Learn what to pack, what to wear, what to eat and how to pace yourself for those all-day interviews at a company.
Thursday, October 2: Networking
McKenna/Peter/Wright Rooms , University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Learn how anyone can begin building a network of professional contacts. Understand why everyone should network... and what it means when people say "It is WHO you know, not WHAT you know that gets you a job/internship."
Tuesday, October 14: The Graduate Decision: Weighing your options.
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Deciding whether or not to go on to a graduate program? How much of an advantage will a graduate degree provide in the job market? Should you enroll right away or wait a few years? This workshop will provide information that could help you make a decision that's right for you.
Tuesday, October 21: Seeking Employment Opportunities Abroad
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
This workshop is designed to help students, who are planning to work abroad during the summer or after graduation, develop a successful international job strategy.
Tuesday, October 28 - Negotiating a Job Offer
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Learn what you can and can't negotiate when evaluating a job offer. Discuss how to approach salary negotiation and what strategies to use when approaching your potential employer for other amenities.
Tuesday, Jan. 20 - Resume Writing
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Whether you have a resume together or aren't sure where to begin, this program is for you. You will be given ideas on how you can better market your education, experience, leadership and other skills to employers. Now is the time to perfect your resume and cover letter for the upcoming job fairs and recruiting season!
Thursday, Jan. 22 - Interviewing
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Concerned about what you are going to be asked during an interview? This program will address commonly asked interview questions and strategies to use in preparing your responses Tips for preparing for interviews will be offered.
Tuesday, Jan 27 - Internships
Rangos 3, 4:30-5:30pm
The key to a productive internship search is to begin early. Many internship opportunities exist, but you have to know where to find them. This program will offer a timeline to follow for your internship search, highlight resources available, and give you methods to help land a great summer opportunity.
Thursday, Jan 29 - Working a Job Fair
Rangos 3, 4:30-5:30pm
Not sure what to expect at a job fair? Searching for ways to stand out from the crowd? Get tips on how to navigate a job fair--learn how to introduce yourself to employers, what to say, how to dress, and much more. Walk away from the next job fair with confidence!
Monday, Feb 2 - On-Site Interviewing
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
You worked hard to create your resume and to get that first interview. Now you have a site visit!! Join us to learn how to make that site visit a success. Learn what to pack, what to wear, what to eat and how to pace yourself for those all-day interviews at a company.
Monday, Feb 16 - Negotiating a Job Offer
Rangos 3, University Center, 4:30-5:30pm
Learn what you can and can't negotiate when evaluating a job offer. Discuss how to approach salary negotiation and what strategies to use when approaching your potential employer for other amenities.