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Viterbi Career Services Workshop Series:
Making Sense of the Job Search Puzzle!

 


 

VCS Workshop Podcasts

Now available to you from Viterbi Career Services are audio podcasts of our workshops!   For information to subscribe to these podcasts, please click the link below. 




FALL 2008 WORKSHOP TOPICS

Writing Effective Resumes
Does your resume highlight the skills that will land an interview? Learn how to create a resume that will serve as the marketing tool that will get your foot inside industry’s door!

Co-Ops and Internships: The Gateway to Industry Experience!
Are you interested in participating in a Co-Op Program or obtaining an internship? Attend this information session and learn the benefits of each program and how you can begin your quest for engineering industry experience.

Navigating the Job Search
Are you looking for an industry position and want to know where to begin? This workshop will give you the tips needed to help you find an engineering internship, co-op or full time position!

Juniors and Seniors: What Next?
Are you a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate student and want to make sure you are preparing for your career path? Check out this workshop for a timeline that will surely keep you on the professional path for your career.

Networking Basics – Connections are Key!
What is networking? Attend this workshop and learn how to build relationships and connections that can teach you more about your field. Discover USC networking resources that can help build your private network!

Preparing for the Engineering Career Fair
Make a great first impression! Learn how to optimize your time, approach employers and prepare for the recruiting event of the semester.

Interviewing Strategies and Techniques
Discover tips on how to prepare for both technical and behavioral interviews, as well as the proper steps for follow-up!

Freshmen and Sophomores: It’s Never Too Early!
Are you a 1st or 2nd year undergraduate student and want to ensure you are on the right track for future career success? Check out this workshop for a timeline that will surely keep you on the professional path for your career.

Evaluating and Negotiating Job Offers
Decision Time! How do you decipher and evaluate job offers? How do you begin the negotiations phase? Attend this workshop and learn helpful tips that will help guide you through the process.

International Student Workshop
Are you an international student that needs insight on how to find Engineering positions within the United States?  Attend this workshop and learn how you can prepare for your career path!

Career Services Workshop Schedule

Workshop Name
Workshop Date
Location

Writing Effective Resumes
>> Powerpoint Presentation

>> Resume Writing Activity
>> Video Presentation

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008
RTH 109

Navigating the Job Search
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008

RTH 109
Interviewing Strategies and Techniques
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 RTH 109
WIE and VCS Present: Networking Skills for Women Engineers TBA RTH 211
Preparing for the Engineering Career Fair
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation 

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

RTH 109
Juniors and Seniors:  What Next?
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation
Online Only N/A
Networking Basics - Connections are Key!
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 RTH 109
International Student Workshop
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

RTH 109
Evaluating and Negotiating Job Offers
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008

RTH 109
Co-Ops and Internships: The Gateway to Industry Experience!
>> Powerpoint Presentation
>> Video Presentation
Wednesday, November 12th, 2008
RTH 109

*All Workshops are held from 12:00 – 12:50pm