Career Preparation

Time Management Workshop

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Event Date:January 12, 2023 – 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Location:Atkins 146 (CGLL classroom) Do you feel the need to be more productive? Are you stressed out or don’t have as much time as you want for all of your projects? Do you often postpone things or give up other things because you don’t have […]

Negotiating Your Employment Offer

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Event Date:November 18, 2022 – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) Salary negotiation for most people is an afterthought of the career exploration process. It can be a nerve-racking and sweat-inducing proposition, but it doesn’t have to be. With preparation, practice, and data-based dialogue, you can work to ensure that you are […]

Equitable Service Activity

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Event Date:November 10, 2022 – 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM Location:Location: Atkins 115 Graduate Reading Room Join leaders from Equitable in assembling hygiene kits for the local Charlotte nonprofit, Roof Above. Roof Above is a comprehensive homeless service provider serving 1,200 people per day through a spectrum of services ranging from street outreach, day services, […]

The Personal is Professional: Parenting and Caregiving

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Event Date:November 8, 2022 – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Location:Zoom The Personal is Professional series promotes career success by advising graduate students about how to navigate the many demands of graduate school while performing at their best professionally. If you are a parent or the caregiver of any family member, you know the demands […]

IGS: Interview Tips for International Students

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Event Date:November 4, 2022 – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) This workshop will provide international students with specific tips on addressing challenges and making the most of job interviews. Presenter: Jessie Simonik, Assistant Director for Career Connections. Please, register here: Loading…

Answering Common Interview Questions

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Event Date:November 2, 2022 – 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) You are likely familiar with the most common questions you’ll be asked during an interview, but have you formulated the most effective answers? Are you confident about tailoring your answers to specific positions? Are you ready for surprise questions? Join us […]

Accelerate to Industry: Working with Search Firms Throughout Your Career

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Event Date:November 1, 2022 – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (CGLL classroom) Search firms are a key resource for professionals. Do you understand what search firms are and how to work with them? When is it appropriate to reach out to them? How should you respond if they reach out to you? Join […]

Landing an Internship

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Event Date:October 19, 2022 – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) Looking for an internship for next summer? Well, now is the time to start preparing! Join us to learn how to prepare for and manage an internship search without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll have the opportunity to gain information, ask questions, and […]

Preparing Effective Resumes & Cover Letters

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Event Date:October 6, 2022 – 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) Join this worhshop to learn effective resume writing strategies that will help you get your resume past application tracking systems and noticed by recruiters. You’ll also receive tips on writing effective and compelling cover letters without spending hours pouring over your […]

IGS: US Job Search Etiquette

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Event Date:October 5, 2022 – 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Location:Atkins 146 (GCLL classroom) Job search etiquette is challenging for everyone, but it’s particularly difficult when you’re not in your home country. No one wants to ruin their chance for getting hired just because of a cultural difference! In this workshop you will learn the […]