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Workshops & Events
Fall 2009
This quarter, our schedule is loaded with events and workshops designed to help you choose the right major, find a job or internship, or to apply for just the right graduate school - and get accepted. Schedule us into your life and then show up - We're here to help!

Workshop Schedules are available in PDF format. Download Now


FAIRS (see Career Fairs for more details)

  • International Expo – Monday, October 5,  10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Arbor Mall
  • Fall Career Fair –Thursday, October 15, 1:00-4:00 p.m., Corwin Pavilion
    *Early Student Arrival: 12 noon - 1:00pm
PREPARE FOR THE FALL CAREER FAIR

We have several events to help you prepare for the fair. 

Résumé Writing
Thursday, October 1, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

See Workshops to Help You Land a Job below for content details.

SPECIAL RÉSUMÉ WRITING WORKSHOPS:

Writing a Science and Technical Résumé for the Career Fair     
Monday, October 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Writing a Business Resume Even if You're Not a Biz-Econ Student
Tuesday, October 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Translating Your Social Science or Humanities Degree into a Winning Résumé
Wednesday, October 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
           
Interview Skills
Wednesday, October 7, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
See “Workshops to Help You Land a Job”below for content details.

Resumania!
Thursday, October 8, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Come to Career Services with a hard copy of your résumé to get feedback so you can polish it up in time for next week’s fair! 

How to Work a Career Fair
Thursday, October 8, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Stick around after Resumania to hear employers provide tips about how you can make the most out of attending.  Don’t miss out on this one!

We have several new events to help you prepare for the fair. 

Résumé Writing
Thursday, October 1, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

See Workshops to Help You Land a Job below for content details.

WORKSHOPS TO HELP YOU LAND A JOB

Résumé Writing
We’ll walk through the process of writing a résumé and cover letter targeted to a specific job posting.  You’ll learn the steps to take to put your best foot forward when writing job search correspondence.

Thursday, October 1, 4:00pm - 5:00pm             Get ready for the career fairs!
Monday, November 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Writing a Science and Technical Résumé for the Career Fair     
Monday, October 12, 4:00pm - 5:00
pm

Writing a Business Resume – Even if You’re Not a Biz-Econ Student
Tuesday, October 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Translating Your Social Science or Humanities Degree into a Winning Résumé
Wednesday, October 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Interview Skills
Want to learn how to shine in an interview?  Come to this workshop where we’ll discuss what to expect in an interview, how to prepare appropriately, and how to let your best qualifications come across in the interview.
Wednesday, October 7, 4:00pm - 5:00pm      Get ready for the career fairs!
Monday, October 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm.
Tuesday, November 17, 4:00pm - 5:0pm

LinkedIn-Facebook With a Suit On!
Your professional network of trusted contacts gives you an advantage in your career, and is one of your most valuable assets. With over 47 million members in over 200 countries, LinkedIn exists to help you make better use of your professional network and help the people you trust in return. This workshop will show you how to get started using this valuable networking and job search tool. You’ll learn how to create a profile, how to network with alumni and other career professionals, how to take advantage of groups, how to research companies and career paths, and much more.
Tuesday, October 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Monday, October 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Best Tricks for Finding Jobs
Learn how to use GauchoLink for finding jobs/internships; company websites; industry/professional association websites; alumni networks; chambers of commerce and more. We will also suggest some ways to focus on entry level openings!  Walk away with “real jobs/internships” for “real careers”you think you want. 
Tuesday, October 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Monday, November 9, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

GRADUATE SCHOOLUATE SCHOOL
Go, Go Grad School-
Fall is prime-time for applying to graduate school.  This workshop will provide you with valuable information on the graduate school application process including researching graduate schools, getting effective letters of recommendation, writing outstanding personal statements, and accessing campus resources to help you with the application process.  This information is most helpful to students in the early stages of their graduate school planning process.
Wednesday, October 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm      Get ready for Graduate & Professional School Day!
Thursday, November 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

GRADUATE SCHOOL WEEK • NOVEMBER 2 - 5

Graduate and Professional School Day
Thinking about graduate school?  Here's a great opportunity to meet informally with graduate program admissions officers from over 80 schools in a lively outdoor event.  All academic fields of study and most professions are represented. Come and ask questions about admissions criteria, the curriculum, etc.
Thursday, November 5, 10:00am - 2:00pm, Arbor Mall

APPLICATION STRATEGY WORKSHOPS:
In this series of workshops, learn about the different types of programs, admissions requirements, and effective application strategies.  All class levels are welcome!

Is There an MBA in Your Future?
This workshop will explore career options for MBA graduates and discuss the pros and cons of obtaining Masters in Business Administration.  Learn admissions requirements and gain effective application strategies to GET ADMITTED!
Monday, November 2, 3:00pm -4:00pm
*Attending this workshop will also help you get the most mileage out of the extremely valuable and informative MBA Admissions Panel on Thursday, November 5, 4:00 - 5:30pm

Applying to Law School- All class levels are welcome!
This workshop will discuss the major aspects of the law school admissions process including, selecting programs to apply to, submitting the application, preparing for the LSAT, selecting recommenders, and writing an effective personal statement and diversity essay.
Monday, November 2, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
*Attending this workshop will also help you get the most mileage out of the extremely valuable and informative Law School Admissions Panel on Thursday, November. 5, 2:30 - 4:00pm

Grad School and Career Options in Counseling Psychology
This jam-packed workshop will discuss the types of psychology programs available & help you choose which programs suit you best.  Take the guesswork & anxiety out of the application process.  Learn about admission criteria, how to prepare strong application materials, and mastering the admission interview.  All class levels are welcome! 
Tuesday, November 3, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
*Attending this workshop will also help you get the most mileage out of the extremely valuable and informative upcoming Psych School Admissions Panel on Wednesday, November 4, 5:00 - 6:30pm

Writing a Great Statement of Purpose
Are you having trouble getting started with your personal statement for graduate or professional school?  Have you finished yours, but feel unsure whether it’s saying the right things the right way?  In this fifty minute workshop, you will get tips for brainstorming, composing, and revising your statement of purpose for graduate or professional school.  Bring your questions and rough drafts to this lively interactive session conducted by the writing experts from the Campus Learning Assistance Services (CLAS).
Tuesday,November 3, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

TEST STRATEGY WORKSHOPS
In these workshops, you’ll learn about the structure and types of questions on the exams, meet an expert instructor who will walk you through difficult questions, and learn proven strategies you can use on test day.

GMAT Strategy Session (Co-hosted by the Princeton Review)
Monday, November 2, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

LSAT Strategy Session (Co-hosted by the Princeton Review)
Monday,November 2, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

GRE Strategy Session (Co-hosted by KAPLAN)
Thinking about grad school? The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is a standardized test required for most graduate programs, with exception of law, medicine, and business.  Attend this session to learn from a KAPLAN GRE expert instructor about the content of the GRE, the types of questions you’ll encounter, and techniques and strategies to maximize your performance. Walk out of this GRE sample class better prepared for the GRE!"
Tuesday, November 3, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

MCAT Strategy Session (Co-hosted by KAPLAN)
At this MCAT strategy session co-hosted by KAPLAN, you’ll learn about the structure of the test and the types of questions you’ll see, meet an expert instructor who will walk you through some difficult questions, and learn some proven strategies that you can use on test day.
Tuesday, November 3, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

ADMISSIONS PANELS

In each of these workshops, panels of admissions evaluators will talk about what they look for in graduate school applications. Get an insider's perspective and acquire an important edge in the admissions process.

Teaching & Higher Education Admissions Panel
Meet representatives from top educational programs and learn about the various degrees offered.  Discover what evaluators look for in the application package (GPA, standardized test score, personal statement, letters of recommendation, work & volunteer experience, résumé, etc.).
Wednesday, November 4, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Psych and Social Work School Admissions Panel
Gain important insight into graduate and professional schools in psychology from admissions evaluators themselves.  You’ll learn the various programs offered such as PsyD, PhD, School Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Marriage Family Therapy and Masters in Social Work.  Learn what reviewers look for in the application package (GPA, standardized test score, personal statement, letters of recommendation, work & volunteer experience, resume, etc.).  Get an insider’s perspective and acquire an important edge in the admissions process.
Wednesday, November 4, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Law School Admissions Panel
A panel of law school admissions evaluators will comment on how they review the components of the application package (GPA, LSAT, personal statement, letters of recommendation, work/volunteer experience, resume, etc.).  Get an insider’s perspective and gain an important edge in the admissions process.
Thursday, November 5, 2:30pm -4:00pm

MBA Admissions Panel
A panel of MBA admissions evaluators will comment on how they review the components of the application package (GPA, GMAT, work experience, letters of recommendation, personal statement, resume, etc.).  Get an insider’s perspective on what’s being assessed during the interview and the types of candidates that gain their attention.
Thursday, November 5, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Health Professions Admissions Panel
Are you considering a career in the health professions? Come learn more about the admissions requirements for a variety of health professions schools.  This is a great opportunity to speak directly to admissions officers, so bring your questions, and learn what qualities can make you a stronger candidate!
Thursday, November 5, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Student Resource Building, Multipurpose Room

International Graduate Degree Programs
Interested in an international career? Learn about MA programs in international policy; international business; international trade or environmental policy; and translation and interpretation; how to apply; how to afford it through scholarships and fellowships and pros and cons of doing it abroad. Specific details will be provided by Monterey Institute and Austra Learn with more than 32 university programs in Australia and New Zealand.
Thursday, November 5, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: TBA

CAREER WORKSHOPS

Various Paths to K-12 Teaching
Are you an undergrad, thinking about becoming a teacher for elementary, middle school, or high school students?  The budget crisis can’t last forever!  This informational workshop will provide you with insights to the different routes to becoming a teacher.
Tuesday, October 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Science Intership Opportunities
Come learn about local, state, and national field-based and lab-based science internships and other opportunities. We'll provide information on how to get involved and apply, as well as a list of opportunities. Don'tt miss these workshops! (Summer internships deadlines begin as early as January.)

Field-Based Internships - Recommended for EEMB Majors
Monday, November 9, 4:00pm - 5:30pm.

Lab-Based Internships - Recommended for MCDB, Chemistry and Biochemistry Majors
Monday, November 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

GOING GLOBAL - INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

Internships in Spain and Central & Latin America
Come learn about summer career oriented internships during and after graduation
in Spain, Mexico, Costa Rica, Chile and Uruguay available through ADELANTE.
Monday, October 5, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Peace Corps Information Sessions
Meet our campus Peace Corps recruiter and learn the realities and possibilities of joining the Peace Corps.  Fantastic opportunity for those seriously considering a career in international affairs or development.  Open to all majors.
Monday, October 5, 4:00pm -5:30pm
Thursday, October 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Wednesday, November 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Careers & Internships in the Foreign Service
Meet our West Coast UCLA Diplomat-in-Residence, Ed Kolakowski.  He will share the realities and opportunities of a career in the foreign service.  Learn about the five career tracks, which ones are in demand, as well as how to prepare for the Foreign Service Exam.  He’ll also talk about more than 1,000 internship opportunities with the Dept. of State.
Tuesday, October 6, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

JET Program
Spend a year in Japan helping K-12 children learn English.  Assist a Japanese English instructor in a public school setting while learning more about the language and culture.  Open to December and June graduates.  Deadline is early December.
Monday, October 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

JUST FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

Interview Skills for Graduate Students
In this workshop we will review the interview process for graduate students seeking employment outside of the academy.  Students will learn what to expect in interviews conducted for the business industry, social service and/or government positions.  Strategies for answering typical questions as well as behavioral interview scenarios will be reviewed.
Tuesday, October 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Writing Your Résumé/CV 
In the current job market, many graduate students will explore post-graduate employment both in education and the private sector.  Each setting requires different job search strategies and paperwork.  This workshop will give graduate students an overview of how to conduct a job search in each setting, as well as information on how to write a résumé and vitae.                  
Thursday, October 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

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Fall Interviews Begin

October 12, 2009

Workshop Schedules are available in PDF format. Download now
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