[Physics opps] FW: Additional February Workshops from MIT GECD Career Services

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From: Catherine A Modica
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Subject: FW: Additional February Workshops from MIT GECD Career Services

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Subject: Additional February Workshops from MIT GECD Career Services

We've added an additional February workshop to our stellar lineup! Dress to Impress will be held on February 29th.

Please spread the word about all of the following events, and encourage students to sign up through CareerBridge<http://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student>, where March and April workshops will be posted shortly.

I'm Graduating...Now What? Industry Job Search for Graduate Students
Thursday, February 16th, 2-3pm, 1-190
Are you a PhD anticipating a graduation date in the next year or two? Are you starting to wonder about the whole job search process outside of academia? Then be sure to check out this workshop to learn about t valuable resources and strategies to find the right job for you. The information provided will help give you the knowledge to start an effective non-academic job search. We will cover topics such as the importance of networking, how alumni can help in your search, skills you have the employers may be looking for, finding job listings and more resources. Register on CareerBridge.

Ace the Interview: Behavioral Interviewing Strategies
Thursday, Feb. 16, 3-4pm, room 2-190
Organizations, in every career field and industry, are using behavioral interviewing techniques to screen candidates. Understanding how to excel in this interview environment is a crucial job-seeking skill. Ace the interview and master behavioral interview strategies. Learn the purpose of behavioral interviews, how to prepare, and practice example behavioral questions. Register on CareerBridge (click on Workshops Career Fairs and Events).

Does Your Resume & Cover Letter Communicate The Right Message?
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2:30-4pm, 2-190
This workshop will discuss the many ways of creating a Resume and Cover Letter that effectively targets 3Discussions will surround the strategies of effective messaging and how to be "on-point" with your written communication. Your resume is not an autobiography, but rather a list of relevant accomplishments that links your skills to the needs of the company. You'll use these techniques in your lifelong career strategies. This workshop is open to undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student/ and select Workshops, Career Fairs and Events.

Defining Your Future Through Exploring Your Career Values
Thursday, Feb. 23, 2-3pm, room 56-167
Unsure about your career or major?  Learn about yourself through identifying career values to help you choose the path that is right for you.  This is a small group and hands-on workshop with an interactive activity designed to help you determine what values are important to you in the workplace. Register now on CareerBridge (click on Workshops Career Fairs and Events). Limited to 15 participants.

"Crack the Case" Workshop
Thursday, February 23rd, 2012, 4:00-5:30pm, room 4-237
Get the preparation and instruction you need to successfully complete a case interview. Learn about the different types of cases you might see and the strategies for approaching them. Located in the heart of downtown Boston, Clarion Healthcare consults to clients in the life sciences industry, including both market leaders and emerging companies in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device/diagnostics arenas. All levels and majors welcome to attend-PhDs welcome!
Register on CareerBridge, www.myinterfase.com/mit/student<http://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student>

LinkedIn Lab
Tuesday, February 28, 3-4:30pm, room 2-151

Registration required through CareerBridge (www.myinterfase.com/mit/students<http://www.myinterfase.com/mit/students>, click on Workshops Career Fairs and Events)


Bring your laptop to explore the many ways LinkedIn can help you in your career exploration and job or internship search. We will begin with an overview of LinkedIn and some of the key areas of a complete LinkedIn profile. This will be followed by individual work on your profile, with Career Services staff available to answer your questions.


Required: Set up a free account at Linkedin.com and begin to fill in your profile prior to the workshop. Bring a laptop to the workshop. Limited to 15 students.



Dress To Impress- what to wear during Interviews

Wednesday, February 29, 2:45-3:45pm, 3-333

Have you ever found yourself worried about what to wear during an interview?   Landing a job requires strategy and knowing what is appropriate to wear to an interview - or a company hosted dinner depends on the industry and the company culture.  This seminar will provide attendees with advice on building your own professional wardrobe and selecting the ideal clothing for various professional situations.  To register, please visit Careerbridge and sign up under "Career Fairs and Events"
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