[bioundgrd] Fwd: Upcoming events from GECD Career Services- Interviewing, Job Search, Networking, more-

[Janice Chang]

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> From: Marilyn C Wilson <mcwilson at MIT.EDU>
> Subject: Upcoming events from GECD Career Services- Interviewing, Job Search, Networking, more-
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> GECD Career Services is holding a wide range of events over the Fall Semester. Below you’ll find the events taking place over the next two weeks.
> Registration is through CareerBridge (www.myinterfase.com/student, under the Events tab) unless otherwise noted.
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> Practice Makes Perfect: Group Mock Interviews
> Wednesday, October 10, 1-2pm, 2-143
> In this group mock interview session, students will have a unique chance to practice and sharpen their interview skills. We will briefly review interviewing wisdom, discuss the art of giving and receiving feedback, then all participants will have a chance to answer questions and get feedback on their responses. Students who participate should first attend one of our in-person interviewing workshops or listen to our online workshop, Effective Interviewing, athttp://gecd.mit.edu/workshop/interviewing/index.htm. Registration for this workshop will be open on October 1st.  Limited to 18.  Drop-ins may be able to attend. 
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> Job Search for International Students (webinar)
> Wednesday, October 10, 2-3:30pm, register and attend at
> https://mitweb.webex.com/mitweb/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=645890326
> Come learn how you, as an international student, can develop and enhance your job search and interviewing skills. This workshop will cover job search strategies, visa challenges, how to succeed in the U.S. workplace, interviewing styles and brief cover letter/resume tips. This session will focus specifically on challenges many international students may face when searching for a job and interviewing. It is highly recommended that you call in by phone to listen to this event, while viewing the slides and asking questions via computer. The sound is much more reliable and clear over the phone.
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> Gearing up for Grad School: A Panel
> Thursday, October 11, 5-6:30pm, room 3-133
> Come hear current graduate students share their experiences about choosing this path and seeing it through. Learn about the process of applying, interviewing, studying, and balancing the multiple roles of graduate school. The panel will feature students at the MS, JD/MBA, MD, MEng, and PhD levels. This panel is a great opportunity to get the insider perspective and ask questions! Co-sponsored with OME.
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> Practice Makes Perfect: Group Mock Interviews
> Monday, October 15, 2-3pm, 8-119
> In this group mock interview session, students will have a unique chance to practice and sharpen their interview skills. We will briefly review interviewing wisdom, discuss the art of giving and receiving feedback, then all participants will have a chance to answer questions and get feedback on their responses. Students who participate should first attend one of our in-person interviewing workshops or listen to our online workshop, Effective Interviewing, athttp://gecd.mit.edu/workshop/interviewing/index.htm. Registration for this workshop will be open on October 5th.  Limited to 18.  Drop-ins may be able to attend. 
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> Essay Writing for Graduate & Professional School Applications
> Tuesday, October 16, 12:30-1:30pm, 5-234
> This interactive workshop will discuss the elements of a good graduate school application essay and will provide tips and strategies to get you started writing. We will discuss topics ranging from how to tackle the question, brainstorming content, and how to structure your writing for maximum impact when applying to school.
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> Negotiating Job Offers
> Tuesday, October 16, 3:30-5pm, room 3-133
> The Negotiating Job Offers workshop will examine the many variables that exist during the evaluation and negotiation process of Job Offers. Knowing how, when and why you should negotiate will be reviewed. Salary vs. Total Compensation will be examined.  Strategies on the negotiation process will be discussed along with “Should You Negotiate?” and "What Can" and "What Can Not" be negotiated. These strategies can be used throughout your career.
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> LinkedIn Lab
> Wednesday, October 17, 2:30-4pm, 1-242
> Registration required through CareerBridge (www.myinterfase.com/mit/students, click on Events tab)
> 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.
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> Networking 101: How to work the room and work your contacts
> Wednesday, October 17, 4:30-5:30, 56-114
> Building relationships through networking with fellow students, alumni and professionals is one of the most effective ways to uncover employment opportunities. However, contrary to popular opinion, there is a right way and wrong way to network. This workshop introduces you to resources you’ll need to research companies and discuss strategies on how to effectively network using resources both at MIT and beyond. We will examine effective tactics for networking, including the use of social media and the MIT ICAN Alumni Directory.
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> Amanda C. Peters  
> Career Services
> MIT Global Education & Career Development (GECD)
> 617-253-4733
> acpeters at mit.edu * www.linkedin.com/in/acpeters
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