[bioundgrd] Fwd: Upcoming workshops from Career Services

[Janice Chang]

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>From: Heather Law <hlaw at MIT.EDU>
>Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 09:59:23 -0500
>Subject: Upcoming workshops from the GECD
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>Upcoming Career Services Workshops and Events (Feb. 23-March 15)
>
>Wednesday, February 23rd, Experienced 
>Professionals, Masters or PhDs-The Government 
>Needs YOU!, 6-7pm, 1-273
>This webinar is designed for experienced 
>professionals, such as alumni and students 
>obtaining PhDs or masters degrees. Find out 
>about federal government opportunities for 
>seasoned professionals and advanced degree 
>holders. Register on CareerBridge under 
>Workshops, Career Fairs and Events.
>
>Skills and Values Small Groups
>Upcoming Small Groups:
>February 24 @10-11am - located in 12-916
>March 10 @ 4-5pm - located in 12-196
>In order to make good career decisions, it's 
>important to have a clear understanding of your 
>strengths and internal priorities. This hands-on 
>workshop includes exercises to help you clarify 
>your transferable skills and values. This event 
>will help you begin the process of identifying 
>your skills and abilities that you will market 
>to employers. Students at all stages can benefit 
>from these exercises. To register for these 
>events, please visit CareerBridge and select 
>Workshops, Career Fairs and Events. Each session 
>is limited to 15 students.
>
>Thursday, February 24th, Dress for Success 
>Fashion Show, 7:30-8:30pm: Bush Room
>Business Formal?  Business Casual?  Casual 
>Formal?  Putting on the proper attire is not an 
>easy task.  Let us help you wade through the 
>mess and dress for success.  We'll walk you 
>through what to wear and when, so that you'll 
>look great no matter the event. There will be a 
>Q&A session at the end where you can get your 
>fashion questions answered. Also, if you are 
>wondering if your outfit is right for that 
>interview or info session coming up, feel free 
>to come dressed yourself with any questions you 
>may have about your appearance. We would be 
>happy to help!
>
>Tuesday, March 1st, Graduate School Nuts & Bolts, 3-4:30pm, 4-237
>Graduate students share their experiences 
>applying, studying, balancing and completing 
>graduate school at the MS, MEng and PhD level. 
>Find out what they wish that they had known 
>before they began! Register on CareerBridge 
>(click on Workshops Career Fairs and Events).
>
>Wednesday, March 2nd, Ace The Interview: 
>Behavioral Interview Strategies, 4-5:15 pm, 
>1-190                                
>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).
>
>Thursday, March 3, Case Interview Workshop with 
>PA Consulting, 4:00pm-5:30pm,  1-190         
>
>How many mailboxes are in the United States?
>What should it cost to rent Central Park for commercial purposes?
>Why is my interviewer asking me this absurd question?
>
>Case interviews are a common part of the 
>interview process for many consulting and 
>finance jobs.  How you answer the questions 
>above can make or break an interview.  Join MIT 
>GECD and PA Consulting for a workshop focused on 
>preparation for case interviews.  To register 
>visit CareerBridge at 
><https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student/>https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student/ 
>and select Workshops, Career Fairs and Events.
>
>Thursday, March 10th, So You Got a JobŠNow What? 
>Strategies for success in your new position; 
>3-4pm, 1-246                      
>Interested in making the most of your new job or 
>internship?  Concerned about fitting into your 
>new environment?  Afraid of making mistakes? 
>Not sure how to relate to coworkers and 
>supervisors of varying ages?  Getting hired is 
>only the first step- this workshop will help 
>outline strategies for a successful transition 
>into your new position.
>Register on CareerBridge (click on Workshops Career Fairs and Events).
>
>Monday, March 14th, I Don't Have A Summer 
>Internship Yet! What Are My Options?, 3-4pm, 
>1-190
>Are you still looking for summer internship or 
>research opportunities?  Did your plan A fall 
>through and now you need a plan B?  It's not too 
>late to plan a productive summer!  Come hear 
>from our panelists who will offer creative and 
>valuable tips and strategies for finding summer 
>opportunities.  Register on CareerBridge (click 
>on Workshops Career Fairs and Events).
>
>Tuesday, March 15th, Making Connections for Career Success, 3-4:30pm, 1-135
>Did you know that 80% of individuals find jobs 
>through their connections? Do you have a 
>difficult time figuring out what to say at 
>social events, career fairs or company 
>functions? Does the word networking frighten 
>you?  Learn how to connect effectively with 
>others while making a winning impression and 
>creating a personal brand.  Gain advice on how 
>to use social media tools to turn online 
>connections into in person connections that can 
>help you grow professionally. Register on 
>CareerBridge (click on Workshops Career Fairs 
>and Events).
>
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