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DePaul University Career Center quarterly newsletter

Accounting Industry Night Wednesday, September 21

Fall 2011

upcoming events ::

Inside Careers in Human & Social Services Tuesday, September 27

Fall Job & Internship Fair Friday, October 7 Teachers Forum Saturday, October 29

DePaul Job Boards

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Fall Workshop Series

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More events on page 4

campus locations
LOOP OFFICE
DePaul Center Suite 9500 1 E. Jackson Boulevard (312) 362-8437 (312) 362-8565 fax

Building a Foundation for Your Future Career

Career Tips for First Years
By Michael Kueker, Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) Mentor

Acing Skype and Phone Interviews

ASK the Experts:

LINCOLN PARK OFFICE

Schmitt Academic Center Room 192 2320 N. Kenmore Avenue (773) 325-7431 (773) 325-7432 fax

Contact Donna Del Giudice at (312) 362-5712 or ddelgiud@depaul.edu for information on career services.

SUBURBAN CAMPUSES

As you begin your academic career at DePaul, it may seem premature to talk about what youll do after graduation. However, it is never too early to start thinking about your career. If you start thinking about your career interests during your freshman year, you will be far ahead of your peers. And, come to think of it, you have to be ahead of your peers to get a job and compete in any job market. The problem is, at this stage in your life your resume may look like a blank page. Here are some tips on how to fill in the blanks while laying a solid foundation for your future career. First, review the resume samples offered by the DePaul Career Center (careercenter.depaul.edu/resumes/). Use these examples as a template to create your own resume, and fill in everything you have done in high school. By my freshman year of college I had worked as a busboy, volunteered for a med school and started my own open mic night at a local caf. This had nothing to do with the field that I eventually went into (finance), but when your resume is a blank page, highlighting your past experiences is a good start. After youve completed a resume draft, start to think about your connections. Chances are you know someone who knows someone who could land you in a position. At this point in your young career, it is not the time to be picky about where or what you do for work. Any opportunity to gain professional work experience or office experience is worthwhile. In my case, I was fortunate enough to work in project management for my stepdad at a plastic surgery clinic. Again, this position had very little to do with finance, but it was a professional experience that put my resume on the right track.

In todays global marketplace, organizations are putting technology to work in the interview process. Phone screens and online video interviews through Skype allow employers to check out job candidates before, or even instead of, an in-person meeting. Job candidates need to be prepared to impress a potential employer no matter what the interview setting. Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) mentors share tips to help you prepare for and succeed in phone and video interviews. Jen Glawe, Firmwide Campus Recruiting Manager at Crowe Horwath LLP Phone interviews are frequently used as a convenient way to enter candidates into the recruiting process when recruiters or hiring managers cannot get to campus or the candidates are employed. It is important for a candidate to prepare for these discussions as an actual interview instead of just a phone screen. Many companies will conduct a full 30 - 45 minute behavioral interview over the phone, so it is important for candidates to be prepared to talk about their experiences from class, internships, full-time/part-time work, and leadership activities. While recruiters or managers may ask you to go through your resume, we also do not want you to read from your resume verbatim.

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Read more about ASK the Experts on page 2

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If you cant find a job through your connections, then look for a job in the Chicago Loop. Find work where you will interact with business professionals on a daily basis. This is because all internships want candidates with qualities like good people skills and teamwork and works well under pressure. You will learn good people skills, be part of a team, and work under pressure in a busy environment surrounded by professionals while you sell cigars, fold pants or prepare lattes.

service overview
SHARPEN CAREER KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Workshop Series Improve your career readiness through more than twenty different workshops.

Timing is also very important. You should work in this job for at least six months. If you work at three different retail or food service places in a six month period, your resume will look erratic and undependable. You dont want a future employer to question your work ethic. The other thing to remember is that you need to continually build your skills and range of experiences. After reaching a certain point, you will have squeezed all the professional value you can get out of a position and it will be time to move onto a role that will give you more valuable experience or expose you to an interesting field. One more thing: do something academically or at work that will make you stick out professionally. For me, it was learning Chinese. Now, you dont have to learn Chinese to stand out, but its a worthwhile example as its something that grabs a recruiters attention. As a job candidate, you want unique strengths, skills or experiences on your resume that will make you memorable in an interview. As a freshman, your focus should not be on, what job can I get now? but rather what job will this get me a year from now? Gaining experience in a professional setting will provide you with a solid foundation for moving forward in your sophomore year. Utilize connections; work in a professional setting such as downtown Chicago; and do something extraordinary that will stand out in the recruiting and interview process. Michael Kueker is a volunteer with DePaul Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) as well as a member of the ASK Advisory Board. To connect with Mike, contact ASK at ask@depaul.edu or 312.362.8281. To learn more about ASK and to read more Lessons Learned from DePaul alumni, visit http://ask.depaul.edu.

GAIN INTERNSHIP & WORK EXPERIENCE

Career Advising Walk in and see a Peer Career Advisor or make an appointment to see a Career Advisor who specializes in your major.

University Internship and Co-op Program Get valuable work experience while you fulfill your Liberal Studies Experiential Learning requirement through this internship program. Student Employment Earn a wage and gain careerrelevant experience through oncampus jobs, internships, or temporary project work through Student Temporary Services.

Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) Connect with DePaul Alumni volunteers who are working in your field of interest through this mentoring and networking program. Career Networking Events Meet and learn from working professionals in your field of interest at these events, held throughout the academic year.

BUILD YOUR NETWORK

ASK the Experts: Acing Skype and Phone Interviews

Jen Glawe, continued

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FIND WORK

Company Presentations Make contacts and learn about company cultures at organizations that recruit at DePaul.

Articulate your experience through a compelling story that is uniquely yours! In addition, it is equally important for candidates to prepare for these phone interviews by researching the company and preparing questions about the job or the organization. Last, but not least, be enthusiastic! An enthusiastic candidate who seems eager and ready to hit the ground running is more likely to move through the process than someone who is reserved and holds back their excitement about the organization or position. Mary Williamson, Principal and Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist at Hiring Strategies Group My advice for anyone preparing for a Skype interview is to remember that an employer can view you live so the interview should be conducted as if it were inperson: dress professionally come prepared with a good series of questions for the company be prepared to provide as many parallels as possible between what the job requires and how your skills and experiences translate well to the job Nothing should be taken for granted; have a resume

and reference list ready so you can forward them via email if requested by the interviewer(s). Follow up accordingly after the interview with email thank you letters to all interviewers. The Skype interview could be a prelude to further in-person interactions so the best presentation is always the best practice. Alisa Rosales, Associate Director of Law Career Services & Public Service Law at DePaul University Dress up no matter what. You might not need to wear a full business suit, but youll want to go through the mental process that will remind you of the formality of the situation. Wait a beat before answering questions. Without visual cues over phone and with the slight time lag in Skype, the interviewer may be about to ask an additional question or provide clarifying information. You still need to prepare questions for the interviewer. Employers have told me repeatedly that candidates fail to do this more often with phone and Skype interviews.

Job & Internship Fairs Connect with hundreds of hiring employers at multiple fairs throughout the academic year. Job & Internship Listings Search thousands of open positions online in DePaul.Experience.

On-Campus Interviewing Apply with top companies online and interview right here on campus.

Online Resume Books Make your resume available through DePaul.Experience so employers can find you when seeking candidates who match specific criteria.

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Want more interview tips? The Career Center offers workshops covering everything from preparing for your first interview to polishing your professional interview skills. Check out the workshop listings on pages 6-8 for dates and times.

Two Online Systems Connect You to Jobs and Internships

Finding a job or internship can seem like a daunting process. The Career Center and Office of Student Employment have tools and resources, including two online job posting systems exclusively for DePaul students, to help you find the opportunities that are right for you. Campus Job Board: On-Campus Jobs The Campus Job Board (CJB) at studentemployment.depaul.edu lists available on-campus positions throughout the university. to ensure you meet the qualifications and availability needs. Be sure to include all required application materials/information that the job requests (i.e. writing sample, class schedule, filling out an additional form and emailing it back etc.); failure to do so can hinder your chances of getting a job. Use a cover letter when applying for jobs, even if one is not required. A cover letter gives you the opportunity to tell the employer more about the skills and experiences that may not be listed on your resume. When possible, tailor your resume and cover letter to a position. You can store up to ten documents on the CJB, so you can store/upload tailored resumes when applying for jobs. On-campus jobs are competitive, so start your job search early, and be patient and persistent! DePaul.Experience: Off-Campus, Part-Time, Full-time and Internships DePaul.Experience is the Career Centers full service online recruiting system for off-campus positions. Full- and parttime job and internship listings are posted daily. You can also explore on-campus interviewing opportunities, find a career mentor and register for job fairs, networking events, and workshops. All current students already have a DePaul.Experience account. Log-in at depaul.experience.com. Want the scoop on how to create your profile and perform a job search in DePaul.Experiene? Check out the online tutorials at careercenter.depaul.edu/jobs/experiencetutorial.aspx. We hope these instructions help you get started using DePaul.Experience as a powerful career development tool!

Jobs are available in a variety of departments across all skill levels. Some on-campus jobs also qualify as internships for academic credit. You must be a current DePaul student (enrolled at least half-time) to work on-campus. To get the most out of your campus job search, follow these tips: You can filter job postings in the CJB by campus, ladder level, key word search, department or all of the above. To view all available jobs, leave the search criteria blank. Before applying for a position, read the job description carefully

Explore Career Opportunities at these Fall Fairs!

Fall Job & Internship Fair
Friday, October 7, 11:00 am 3:00 pm Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus Connect with recruiters across a variety of organizations and industries at the Career Centers annual Fall Fair. Explore internship, part-time and full-time opportunities. Participating employers are seeking candidates of all majors and experience levels. Open only to DePaul students and alumni.

Communication, Marketing and Sales Job & Internship Fair

Friday, November 4, 11:00 am 3:00 pm Loop Campus, DePaul Center, Concourse Level Explore a career in communication, marketing or sales at this annual recruiting event. Employers will be seeking students and alumni to fill a wide variety of jobs and internships.

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Register online for job and internship fairs at http://depaul.experience.com.

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E V E N T S

WALK-IN ADVISING

job & internship fairs

Job & Internship Fairs are free. Unless otherwise noted, the Job & Internship Fairs are not open to the general public. You must be a DePaul student or alumnus to attend.

suburban career services

Career services including advising, practice interviews and networking events are specially designed for DePauls suburban students. Please also check the event listings on pages 4-8 for offerings at your campus.

No appointment necessary! Peer career advisors are available for walk-in appointments and can teach students and alumni about Career Center services, including DePauls web-based system DePaul.Experience, On-Campus Interviewing (OCI), resume resources, career mentors, workshop and event registration and much more.

RESUME DRIVE THRU

Need resume help? Dont have time to set an appointment? Cruise on over to the Career Center for a Resume Drive Thru! Career Center staff will be standing by every Wednesday at both campuses between 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. and 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. to help you create or revise your resume. Stop by for a resume tune-up!

Friday, October 7, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120 Lincoln Park Campus

FALL QUARTER FALL JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR GCRC GOVERNMENT JOB FAIR

Friday, October 28, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. University of Illinois at Chicago, UIC Student Center East 750 S. Halsted Open to the public, bring DePaul ID to avoid entrance fee.

BIG EAST VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR

November 1-3, Online http://www.eventemanagement.com/~bigeast/

A Career Center advisor will be available on the following dates for individual advising. Contact the Loop Career Center at (312) 362-8437 to make a suburban advising appointment. NAPERVILLE CAMPUS Monday, September 26 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 17 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. OHARE CAMPUS

PRACTICE INTERVIEWS
Enhance your interviewing skills by meeting one-on-one with an Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) volunteer. Practice interviews are offered all quarter and posted on depaul.experience.com, keyword search practice interviews. Contact ASK at (312) 362-8281 or ask@depaul.edu with questions or scheduling concerns.

COMMUNICATION, MARKETING, AND SALES JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR

Friday, November 4, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DePaul Center, Concourse Level Loop Campus

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on-campus interviewing
Ongoing

WINTER QUARTER WINTER JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR

Friday, February 10, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120 Lincoln Park Campus

ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWS (OCI)

Interview for full-time post-graduate positions and full-time internships right on-campus! To view employers and positions, log-in to http://depaul.experience.com and click on Jobs & Internships>Job & Internship Search in the top navigation bar. From there, select 'Jobs with Interview Schedules' under 1-click searches.

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT CAREER FAIR EDUCATION JOB FAIR

Tuesday, September 27 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 24 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 29, 6:00 9:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120 Lincoln Park Campus Saturday, March 3, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Cortelyou Commons, Main Hall Lincoln Park Campus

considering graduate school?

GRADUATE SCHOOL GEAR UP
Ongoing in October

Friday, March 9, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. DePaul Center, Concourse Level Loop Campus

TECHNOLOGY JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR

The Career Center is sponsoring a series of events to help students and alumni make decisions about whether graduate school is the right option and if so, how prepare for the process. In October, you can take advantage of workshops, open advising hours, graduates school fairs and open houses to help you make this important decision. Watch careercenter.depaul.edu for more information!

SPRING QUARTER HEALTHCARE, SCIENCE AND NONPROFITJOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR

Thursday, April 26, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120 Lincoln Park Campus

JUST IN TIME JOB FAIR

Tuesday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120 Lincoln Park Campus

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Register for events at depaul.experience.com

career networking events

Networking Events often consist of a panel discussion followed by an informal reception where you can speak with panelists in small groups or one-on-one. Professionals share information about career paths, industry trends, specific companies and professional development.

with an opportunity to learn the essentials of networking, identifying career opportunities and navigating the offer process. The basics of the H1B hiring processes will also be discussed from a legal perspective.

SPRING QUARTER

FUTURES IN FINANCE

Wednesday, April 4, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

WINTER QUARTER

CAREERS IN IT & DIGITAL MEDIA

Friday, January 13, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Loop Campus

Meet and network with finance professionals who work in a variety of industries. Learn how you can enter and advance in these fields.

FALL QUARTER

Wednesday, September 21, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

ACCOUNTING INDUSTRY NIGHT

Meet and network with professionals in a variety of accounting roles across multiple industries. Learn how they entered the field and created their career success.

Meet and network with successful IT & Digital Media professionals. Learn about effective job search strategies, career paths in various IT & Digital Media industries. Get tips on how to stand out from the competition and hot skills and qualifications in demand.

FUTURES IN GREEN CAREERS & SUSTAINABILITY

Wednesday, April 25, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

Tuesday, September 27, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

INSIDE CAREERS IN HUMAN & SOCIAL SERVICES

MARKETING & SALES CAREER CONVERSATIONS

Wednesday, January 18, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

This event will focus on how environmental, economic and social sustainability issues are influencing the world of work. Learn about opportunities across a variety of industries in corporate social responsibility, urban planning, alternative energy, sustainability, conservation and development. Discover how to break into the field, where the jobs are, and what skills are needed to succeed.

Hear from professionals in advising, counseling, human services and social work. Discuss the challenges, rewards, and preparation necessary for working in these fields.

Network with professionals in marketing, communications, market research, event planning, sales and account management. Learn about and discuss strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields.

CAREERS IN HR & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Wednesday, October 19, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

MAKING CONNECTIONS: CAREERS IN COMMUNICATION & WRITING

Wednesday, February 8, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, DePaul Club, Loop Campus

INSIDE CAREERS IN HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM

Wednesday, May 2, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

Connect with successful communication professionals and writers who will share insights on the industry and their work experience. Panelists from several experience levels will provide guidance to those who wish to pursue a career in journalism, creative/technical writing, public relations, organizational communication and/or media studies.

Mix and mingle with professionals in private club management, events, lodging, non-profit hospitality leadership, food and beverage, and sports management/sales. Learn strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields.

Mix and mingle with professionals in HR (recruiting, compensation and benefits and training), independent consulting, operations management, organizational development, leadership development, sports management and entrepreneurship. Learn strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields.

EXPLORING HEALTHCARE & SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH CAREERS

Tuesday, February 21, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

INSIDER TIPS FOR CAREER TRANSITIONERS

Wednesday, May 9, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

TEACHERS FORUM

Saturday, October 29, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

This forum is open to DePaul College of Education students who will complete or have completed their student teaching experience, those starting their first year of teaching and recent COE alumni. Hear a keynote speaker, participate in roundtable discussions, practice interviewing and receive a resume/e-portfolio critique.

Learn about career opportunities in medicine, nursing, the natural sciences and scientific research. Meet professionals working in labs, hospitals, corporations and more. Administrators and current students will talk about the selection and application process for post-graduate professional health programs.

Learn effective job search techniques from a panel of recruiters, HR professionals and successful career transitioners. Gain insight on strategies to network, self-market and secure an interview.

CAREER CONVERSATIONS: NONPROFIT, GOVERNMENT & LAW

CAREER TRANSITIONERS FORUM

Saturday, February 25, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. OHare Campus

Wednesday, May 23, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

CAREER STRATEGIES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Tuesday, November 8, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. DePaul Center, 8th Floor, Room 8005, Loop Campus

This event will provide international students

This forum is designed for individuals in the midst of a career transition or contemplating a career change. A panel of career professionals will discuss the process of transitioning and changing careers and the strategies necessary to help you be effective and successful (Part of Career Week).

Network one-on-one with non-profit, government and law professionals following a brief panel. Panelists will describe their organizations, the types of professional positions they hold, and what characteristics are typically sought in candidates for these positions.

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fall 2011 workshop series

WORKSHOP CALENDAR AND REGISTRATION

Discover Your Leadership Style with the FIRO-B A This workshop is ideal for students with work experience, alumni and career changers. The Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation-Behavior (FIRO-B) is a personality assessment that identifies needs/wants regarding your interpersonal work style. Results from this assessment will help you gain additional insight about your leadership approach to help you work more strategically.
Wednesday, October 12 12:00-2:00 pm DPC 9500

Navigating Your Career Change A Experienced professionals who are considering or already involved in the process of changing careers will benefit from this workshop. Learn how to develop a change plan by identifying the career development components you most need to work on. This workshop will help you identify the type of transition you are attempting and assess its level of difficulty.
Monday, September 19 5:30-6:30 pm DPC 9500

Polish Your Professional Interviewing Skills A Refresh your interviewing skills and learn how to prepare for advanced interviewing techniques including critical behavioral, panel and case interviews. Review the dos and donts for interview situations and learn how to address the most difficult questions.
Tuesday, November 8 5:30-6:30 pm DPC 9500

Strengthen Your Resume and Cover Letter A Learn about different resume formats and how to best market your accomplishments for specific audiences. This workshop is ideal for someone who has already written a resume and is looking to enhance or change the content or structure.
Tuesday, October 25 5:30-7:00 pm SAC 151

A = This workshop is for working professionals,

alumni, adult, and graduate students.

Attendance at these events is FREE, however pre-registration is required for all workshops, practice interviews and orientations through DePaul.Experience. Please visit depaul.experience.com to view the calendar and register for workshops and events.
Workshops are listed in alphabetical order.

workshops

This workshop is for working professionals, alumni, adult, and graduate students.

ADVANCED WORKSHOPS

Ace Professionalism and Beat Your Competition Become a pro on the job. Learn professionalism strategies, including how to perform with great precision. This workshop focuses on audiences working in internships, on-campus, part/full-time jobs. Give yourself an advantage in interviewing, accepting and declining job offers. Monday, September 26 12:00-1:00pm SAC 151

Creating Your Career Plan B Expand your career options. Learn how to assess your strengths and transferable skills to explore careers paths that might be a good match. Gain a better understanding of the job market and identify hot jobs and growing industries. Monday, November 7 12:00-1:00pm DPC 9500

Wednesday, October 5 1:00-2:00pm SAC 151

WORKSHOP LOCATION KEY

DPC = DePaul Center, 1 East Jackson, Loop Campus McGaw = McGaw Hall, 802 W. Belden Ave, Lincoln Park Campus

Munroe = Munroe Hall, 2312 North Clifton Avenue, Lincoln Park Campus Richardson = John T. Richardson Library, 2350 N. Kenmore Avenue, Lincoln Park Campus SAC = Schmitt Academic Center, 2320 N. Kenmore Avenue, Lincoln Park Campus

Tuesday, September 20 5:30-6:30pm DPC 9500 Thursday, October 20 5:30-6:30pm Teleconference Tuesday, November 1 12:00-1:00pm SAC 151

Ace Your First Professional Interview Preparing for interviews can give you the confidence you need to highlight your strengths. This workshop teaches you how to prepare for the interviewing and post-interview follow-up process. You will be introduced to the various types of interviews, including behavioral interviewing.

Teleconference = This workshop is conducted via telephone. Check eRecruiting for details. TBD = To be decided.

Student Center = 2250 N. Sheffield Avenue, Lincoln Park Campus

Advanced Social Media for Jobs Youve joined us for our basic Twitter and LinkedIn workshops or youre already on Twitter, and have completed your LinkedIn profile. Now, discover some more advanced tips and tricks for using these tools to find jobs, internships, or network for career development. Tuesday, November 8 4:00-5:30pm Loop TBD

Thursday, November 3 5:30-6:30pm DPC 9500 Friday, December 9 12:00-1:00pm Teleconference

Handling Job Offers Determine the best techniques and practices to negotiate your compensation package. This workshop will include a discussion on salary and benefits negotiation and offer advice on how to handle salary requests and multiple offers.

Monday, October 17 1:00-2:00pm SAC 151 Wednesday, November 9 2:00-3:00pm DPC 9500

Demystify Networking and Create Connections Developing a strong professional network has become an increasingly important and powerful strategy used by effective job seekers in all fields. In this workshop, you will learn how to maximize your networking opportunities and build a set of contacts.

Note: A number listed after the location key indicates the room or suite number.

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Connecting Your Values to Career Satisfaction Your work values play a very important role in determining what kind of work you find fulfilling. Through this workshop, youll assess and prioritize your most important work values and discover how to use what youve learned about your work values to help guide your career decisions.

How Can Alumni Help Me Plan My Career? What are your plans after getting your degree? Do you know what kinds of jobs you can get with your major? DePaul alumni can help! Learn about the different resources available to you as you think about classes to take and skills to build while youre a student. Well talk about where to find alumni who can help you and how to approach them. Tuesday, October 4 5:00-6:00pm DPC 9500

Tuesday, September 13 1:002:00pm DPC 9500 Monday, September 26 2:003:00pm SAC 151 Thursday, October 6 11:00am12:00pm DPC 9500 Tuesday, October 18 1:002:00pm SAC 151 Thursday, November 3 2:003:00pm SAC 151 Wednesday, December 7 3:004:00pm SAC 151 Tuesday, December 13 10:0011:00am DPC 9500

iPrep Find Your Dream Internship This workshop will help you create a strategy for applying to your dream internship. You will also learn about the University Internship Program (shortterm internships) as well as the Cooperative Education Program (long term Internships). This workshop also meets the University Internship Program Orientation requirement.

Tuesday, October 18 11:00-12:00pm SAC 151

Identify Your Skills and Accomplishments Through this workshop, youll assess your skills, determine which ones you want to acquire or further develop, and identify ways to do so. Also, youll learn how to clearly articulate your skill set and provide solid examples of those skills in practice.

Monday, October 3 5:30-6:30pm DPC 9500 Thursday, November 10 12:00-1:00pm SAC 151

How to Build a Career Portfolio A professional career portfolio provides you with a tremendous resource for showcasing your work skills and experiences to an employer. In this workshop, youll learn how to conceptualize and compile an effective portfolio.

Friday, October 21 3:00-4:00pm SAC 151 Wednesday, November 2 12:00-1:00pm Webinar

Is Graduate School Right for Me? This workshop will help you decide whether graduate school is the right option for you and if so, identify programs and universities that are good fit. Learn about the application process, the financial decisions you will have to make, and resources available to help you choose and evaluate potential graduate and professional school programs. Monday, October 3 12:00-1:30pm Tuesday, October 4 2:00-3:30pm Loop TBD

Job Search Strategies in a Challenging Job Market Learn how to identify effective job search strategies in a challenging job market. Get an overview of a multitude of job search tactics and begin the process of selecting the strategies that make the most sense for you. Learn how to maximize the numerous job search resources available at DePaul and beyond. Thursday, October 27 2:00-3:00pm DPC 9500

LPC TBD

Tuesday, September 27 12:00-2:00pm Loop TBD Wednesday, November 2 2:00-4:00pm LPC TBD

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Looking for work that is intrinsically interesting and gratifying to you? The MBTI is used to assist individuals in identifying their personality strengths, preferred work environments, communication styles and career possibilities. While few occupations provide a perfect match between personality and work tasks, this indicator and workshop will assist you in making an informed decision.

Wednesday, November 2 1:00-2:00pm DPC 9500

This is a prerequisite workshop for the Co-op Program and must be completed to earn Experiential Learning credit and/or participate in the program. The workshop is open to undergraduate students (seniors must have at least 2 quarters left prior to graduation) in LA&S, Communication, Science and Health, Commerce, CDM, and SNL. Tuesday, September 13 2:00-3:00pm Thursday, September 29 11:00-12:00pm Friday, October 14 2:00-3:00pm Monday, October 24 11:00-12:00pm Monday, October 31 3:00-4:00pm Friday, November 11 1:00-2:00pm Tuesday, November 22 1:00-2:00pm DPC 9500 SAC 151 SAC 151

DPC 9500 SAC 151 SAC 151

Love What You Do DePaul Interest Finder (DIF) This workshop is ideal for students who are exploring major and career options. Research has shown a strong correlation between incorporating interests into your career planning process and ultimate workplace satisfaction. Participants will take the DePaul Interest Finder (DIF), a tailored survey designed to specifically help DePaul students explore their interests and identify related majors, student organizations, and careers. Thursday, October 13 2:00-3:30pm SAC 151

Network and Job Search Successfully Using Social Media This is a hands on workshop held in a computer lab. Learn the benefits of creating a LinkedIn profile, including how to make connections, get recommendations, and join industry or interest-specific groups. Learn why creating a professional online portfolio is important in todays job market. Get tips, tricks, and etiquette for using LinkedIn and Twitter for networking, job searching and gathering career information. Please be sure to create a LinkedIn account before the workshop so you have a starting point when you attend the workshop. Wednesday, September 28 3:30-5:00pm Loop TBD Wednesday, October 26 4:00-5:30pm LPC TBD

Thursday, September 29 5:30-6:30pm Tuesday, October 4 5:30-6:30pm Thursday, October 6 12:00-1:00pm

Maximize Your Job & Internship Fair Experience First impressions count! Learn how to approach employers and make a lasting first impression. DePauls Career Center hosts multiple Job & Internship Fairs throughout the academic year with hundreds of employers looking for candidates like you. DPC 9500

Monday, October 10 3:00-4:30pm McGaw Hall, Room 145

Making the Grade - ePortfolio Teacher Workshop Note: These workshops are open only to students and alumni in DePauls School of Education. All participants must bring a flash drive with them to the workshop. In this hands-on workshop, aspiring teachers will be introduced to software resources which can be utilized to create your teacher eportfolio. You will begin to outline tailored sections that speak to your strengths, identify important artifacts that can be useful to showcase, and begin to create a signature look of your eportfolio on the computer. Most importantly, you will learn how to integrate your portfolio into an interview and job search process.

Tuesday, October 11 12:00-1:00pm

Twitter Basics This is a hands on workshop held in a computer lab. Learn the basics of Twitter including how to get started and who to follow. Understand twitter jargon and learn the steps of how to join the conversation and tweet. This workshop is designed for you to understand more about Twitter so that it can help you to build your online brand and learn more about social media.

Friday, October 7 10:00-11:00am LPC Student Center Atrium Friday, October 7 12:30-1:30pm LPC Student Center Atrium

Tell Me About Yourself 101 This workshop will help you build confidence in approaching and talking to potential employers at job fairs. Specifically scheduled before and during the Fall Job Fair, attendees will work on perfecting their introduction to employers. You will leave knowing exactly what to say when an employer says, Tell me about yourself. Hosted by DePaul Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK), a network of DePaul alumni who volunteer as career mentors for students. To learn more about ASK, visit http://ask.depaul.edu.

University Internship Program (UIP) Orientation This is a prerequisite workshop for UIP and must be completed in order to enroll in an academic internship course to earn Experiential Learning credit. The UIP Orientation provides you with the information you need to complete the enrollment process for the University Internship Program. In this workshop, youll learn the meaning and purpose of the UIP 250, 251, 252, 253, 254, 350 and 366 courses as well as how completing an internship contributes to attaining your career goals. Still looking for an internship? Consider attending the iPrep: Find Your Dream Internship workshop, which also fulfills the prerequisite internship orientation requirement. Tuesday, October 11 1:002:00pm SAC 151 Thursday, October 27 11:0012:00pm DPC 9500 Tuesday, November 8 10:0011:00am DPC 9500 Monday, November 14 2:003:00pm DPC 9500 Thursday, November 17 11:0012:00pm LPC TBD Friday, November 18 11:0012:00pm SAC 151 Thursday, December 1 2:003:00pm DPC 9500 Thursday, December 8 5:006:00pm SAC 151 Wednesday, December 14 4:305:30pm DPC 9500 Thursday, December 15 1:002:00pm SAC 151

On-Campus Interviewing Orientation The 30 minute On-Campus Interviewing orientation is a prerequisite to participating in the On-Campus Interviewing Program. You must attend an orientation session prior to your first on-campus interview. The orientation will make you aware of the policies for participation in the On-Campus Interviewing Program and provide tips for successful interviewing. Please visit http://depaul.experience.com/ for specific times and locations.

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SAC 151

program orientations

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Co-op Internship Program Orientation The Co-op Internship Program (Co-op) allows undergraduates to gain high-level, real world experience, and also earn an income year-round.

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financial fitness workshops

BEGINNING LEVEL
Being Broke Sucks! Learning to manage your money is a skill crucial to a successful future. This workshop covers four basic steps to help you better handle your finances and avoid an unexpectedly empty wallet. Topics include budgeting strategies and how to protect against identity theft. Tuesday, September 13 12:00-1:00pm Richardson 400 Wednesday, October 12 4:00-5:00pm DPC 9500

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Hows Your Credit History? Do you know how your credit habits will affect your lifestyle? Learn important information about choosing credit cards, understanding credit reports and credit scores and managing existing credit card debt. Wednesday, October 5 12:00-1:00pm DPC 9500 Thursday, November 3 4:00-5:00pm Richardson 400

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Thursday, September 22 12:00-1:00pm DPC 9500 Tuesday, October 25 4:00-5:00pm Richardson 400

Debt 101: Demystifying Student Loans Loans: you know different types exist, but you dont know exactly what they all mean. Attend this workshop to gain a deeper understanding of your student loans. Learn about the different types of student loans, how to estimate your debt load upon graduation, and what some of your repayment options may be.

Tuesday, November 1 12:00-12:45pm DPC 9500

How Far Can You REALLY Stretch a Dollar? Everybody loves a deal! Attend this workshop to learn a myriad of ways to get the most for your money. We will explore cost-savings tips for travel, weekend fun, electronics, clothes shopping and groceries.

Thursday, October 20 4:00-5:00 Richardson 400

Study Abroad Without Breaking the Bank Sure, studying abroad is a great opportunity but isnt it too expensive? Learn the true costs of studying abroad. This workshop covers basics about the costs of overseas study, strategies to save for your trip and manage your money while abroad, and how to find scholarships to help finance your experience.

Wednesday, September 28 12:00-1:00pm Richardson 400 Tuesday, November 8 DPC 9500 4:00-5:00

savings plan can be hard. Learn some strategies for saving. This workshop will help you to set reasonable and attainable goals that can motivate you to keep your savings on track. Once you have goals in place, both savings and budgeting become easier!

Tuesday, September 27 12:00-1:00pm DPC 9500 Wednesday, October 26 4:00-4:45pm DPC 9500

Buying a Home Purchasing a home can be complicated and scary. Attend this workshop to learn what is really involved in making this big purchase. You will receive step-bystep processes to assist you in making a financially sound choice.

Tuesday, October 18 5:30-7:00pm DPC 9500 Tuesday, November 1 5:30-7:00pm SAC 151

Introduction to Investing If you are interested in learning how to maintain and build wealth, this is the workshop series for you. Topics covered include investing basics for stocks, bonds and mutual funds. This workshop will provide you with basic knowledge and resources for making wealth a reality!

Thursday, October 6 4:00-4:45pm Richardson 400

5 Tips for Financing Graduate School Are you considering graduate school but not quite sure how you will fund it? Learn about calculating total costs, funding options including loans, grants and scholarships, and a method to determine if you are borrowing wisely.

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL

Savings Plans that Wont Fail We all want to save, but sticking to a

Tuesday, September 20 12:00-1:00pm DPC 9500

The Graduates Guide to Financial Success Graduating students: learn simple strategies for becoming financially successful. Topics covered include repayment of school loans, how to create a realistic budget for a fulltime job and credit strategies.

ADVANCED LEVEL

For more information, contact Financial Fitness at 312-362-6482 or send an e-mail to financialfitness@depaul.edu. Visit our website at http://financialfitness.depaul.edu

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