September Career Events

Thu Aug 28 14:03:41 EDT 2014

Dear Postdocs, please see further below for upcoming sessions. In 
addition, see
http://web.mit.edu/mitpostdocs/seminars.html for details and 
registration information on the following:

10 Simple Steps to Building a Reputation as a Researcher in Your Early 
Career
Speaker: Micah Altman, Director of Research, MIT Libraries
Date and Time: Monday, September 15, 2014, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm
Location: 34-101

Transferrable Skills -- Transition to Business
Speaker: Dr. Isaiah Hankel; Cheeky Scientist^(TM)
Date and Time: Monday, September 29, 2014 from 3:00 to 4:30 pm
Location: Singleton Auditorium, Building 46-3002

Regards,

Dana

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*GECD CAREER SERVICES EVENTS NEWSLETTER *

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*UPCOMING EVENTS *

To register for events or for more information log in to CareerBridge 
<https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fmit%2fstudent%2f>. 
*Postdocs: For more information see: http://gecd.mit.edu/career/postdoc*

*Crack the Case with BCG*

*Tuesday, Sept 2, 1:00-3:00pm*

Hear from BCG and 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. All GECD 
events are open to MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and 
alumni. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

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*The Employer Perspective: Careers in Consulting*

*Tuesday, Sept 2, 4:00-5:00pm*

Hear the employer perspective on how to apply for positions in the 
consulting field. Learn more about consulting and how to stand out in 
your application in preparation for the Fall Career Fair. All GECD 
events are open to MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and 
alumni. Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

*Ace the Case with PA Consulting*

*Monday, Sept 8, 4:00-6:30pm*

Meet representatives from PA Consulting and 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. All GECD events are open to MIT undergraduates, 
graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. Advanced registration requested 
via CareerBridge: https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

*The Art of Networking, featuring Wolf Greenfield*

*Tuesday, Sept 9, 3:00-4:00pm*

Building relationships through networking with fellow students, alumni 
and professionals is one of the most effective ways to uncover 
employment opportunities. Stop by to learn the DOs and DON'Ts of 
networking from representatives of Wolf Greenfield as your prepare for 
the Fall Career Fair. Wolf Greenfield is an intellectual property law 
firm based in Boston, MA. All GECD events are open to MIT 
undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. Advanced 
registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

*The Employer Perspective: Careers in Biotech, Medical Devices & 
Pharmaceuticals*

*Tuesday, Sept 9, 6:30-7:30pm*

Are you considering a career in biotechnology? This panel will feature 
alumni and employers in biotech and other related fields who will offer 
insight into their careers, provide advice about navigating the job and 
internship search process, and highlight the critical experiences and 
knowledge that make candidates competitive. All GECD events are open to 
MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. Advanced 
registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

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*The Employer Perspective: Resumes for Engineering*

*Wednesday, Sept 10, 5:15-6:30pm*

Hear the employer perspective on how to tailor your resume for 
engineering jobs.  Learn how effective key words and achievements other 
than course work will set you apart from the competition.  Learn what 
employers are seeking when they look at your resume and what mistakes to 
avoid in preparation for the Fall Career Fair. All GECD events are open 
to MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. Advanced 
registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

*The Art of Behavioral Interviewing*

*Wednesday, Sept 10, 4:30-6pm*

While your technical skills will get you the interview, it is your 
behavioral attributes that will get you the job.  This session will 
discuss preparation and strategies for a successful interview.  In 
addition, sample behavioral interview questions will be provided along 
with tips on how to answer these tough questions. All GECD events are 
open to MIT undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, and alumni. 
Advanced registration requested via CareerBridge: 
https://www.myinterfase.com/mit/student

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*UPCOMING COMPANY PRESENTATIONS*

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This is only a selection of companies that will be on campus. For the 
complete company presentation list please visit the GECD website 
<https://gecd.mit.edu/jobs/find/apply/company_presentations>.**

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*Date*

*Company*

*Start*

*End*

*Location*

*9/4/2014***

*Bracebridge Capital*

*6:00 PM*

*8:00 PM*

*4-145*

*9/8/2014*

*Allston Trading LLC*

*7:00 PM*

*9:00 PM*

*4-149*

*9/9/2014*

*The Boston Consulting Group - Masters Session*

*5:00 PM*

*7:00 PM*

*E25-111*

*9/9/2014*

*Two Sigma*

*6:00 PM*

*8:00 PM*

*3-270*

*9/9/2014*

*The Boston Consulting Group*

*7:30 PM*

*9:30 PM*

*6-120*

*9/9/2014*

*Bain & Company, Inc. Associate Consultant Presentation*

*8:00 PM*

*9:30 PM*

*32-123*

*9/10/2014*

*Optiver US LLC*

*6:00 PM*

*8:00 PM*

*32-141*

*9/10/2014*

*McKinsey & Company: Germany Office*

*6:30 PM*

*9:00 PM*

*4-145*

*9/10/2014*

*Simon-Kucher & Partners*

*7:00 PM*

*9:00 PM*

*1-135*

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*Do you need career advising or a resume/cover letter critique? Make an 
appointment with a Career Services Staff member through CareerBridge. 
Postdocs: http://gecd.mit.edu/career/postdoc
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ALSO: The MIT Fall Career Fair <http://career-fair.mit.edu/> will be 
held on Friday, September 19th.

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