Spend Your Lunch Hour Getting Advice on Jobs, Networking, and More
Do you want to know more about leveraging social media to enhance your job search? Are you looking for ways to help your résumé stand out to employers? Or maybe you're not sure if graduate or professional school is right for you, or you want information on how to apply.
You can learn tips on one of these topics (or other career-related topics) by attending a free webinar hosted by World Campus career counselor Lynn Atanasoff.
Upcoming Webinars
Career webinars are typically scheduled for the last Tuesday of each month and they will be recorded for later viewing. All webinars take place online in Blackboard Collaborate. You can register for a webinar at the bottom of this page.
| Date | Time (all times Eastern) | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2012 | Noon and 2:00 p.m. | Interviewing |
| June 26, 2012 | 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. | Interviewing |
| July 24, 2012 | Noon and 2:00 p.m. | Social Media and the Job Search |
Webinar Descriptions
May 29, 2012, and June 26, 2012 — Interviewing
The thought of interviewing can make even the most veteran interviewee nervous. This webinar is meant to help students understand the importance of preparation before an interview, the basic expectations during the interview, and the follow up after an interview.
Topics covered:
- What is the purpose of an interview?
- How do I prepare for an interview?
- What can I expect and what is expected of me during an interview?
- How many types of interviews are there?
- What is appropriate follow up?
July 24, 2012 — Social Media and the Job Search
Social media can be an important part of your job search. What social media are others using and how do they leverage it in their job searches? This webinar will introduce you to how social media offers an additional way to network that builds on your existing networking knowledge.
Topics covered:
- What is social media?
- What happens in a traditional job search?
- How are social media being used in job search?
- Why should I know my online presence?