Career Development Specialist, James Bledsoe, will lead a discussion and demonstration focused on resume and profile building, preparing for Zoom job interviews, and sharing research strategies for seeking professional opportunities at the Career Expo. This professional focus seminar is an ideal experience for students needing assistance and majoring in programs of study within Fine Arts, Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
The Boeing Resume & Interview Skills Workshop on Thursday, October 1, will touch upon best practices around crafting a resume that best positions students to obtain an interview, while also covering how to be successful in a structured interview. Presenter Daniel Aikens is a Business Partner working on the Early Career Team of the Global Talent Solution organization at the Boeing Company.
Amazon’s mission is “to be Earth’s most customer-centric company,” and the operations and award-winning customer service teams are at the heart of that mission. Supported by innovative world-class technologies, the global network of fulfillment centers, delivery stations, and customer service teams are dedicated to supporting customers worldwide. Together, they create, build, and take ownership for what they do — whether they’re developing new technology in-house, launching a new Amazon Fulfillment Center, or delighting customers by delivering packages directly to them.
Career Networking Night is a 4-hour virtual event starting at 4 pm PT on Tuesday, September 29, featuring over 40 Pacific Northwest businesses looking for ambitious and motivated students to fill their internship opportunities and full-time jobs. This networking event will be hosted on Handshake’s virtual platform. Students will be able to network and connect directly with various internship and job opportunities from employers looking to hire Cougs!
You have 30 seconds to make an impression. Are you ready? Prepare for the Career Expo and Technical Fair—learn how to research employers, make your best impression, and network effectively. This year’s virtual fair gives you the opportunity to meet recruiters you want to meet through video sessions. This workshop will help you register for the fair, set up employer meetings, and prepare you for this virtual journey. Join us for this ProPEL workshop and get a jump start.
While interviews can be anxiety-provoking and nerve-racking, there are a number of ways you can build confidence and better prepare for interviews. You’ll gain a better sense of how to prepare and practice for interviews, so you can establish strong connections during your interview and know how to appropriately follow-up afterwards.
Ever wonder what an employer looks for in a resume or what they think of yours? Get instant, personal feedback on your resume from actual recruiters attending Career Networking Night (CNN). Learn first-hand about companies’ resume preferences to get a step ahead before CNN and Career Expo. Spots are drop-in only and first come first serve. Arrive early and have a PDF of your resume ready to share.
How can you make the most of your virtual Career Networking Night (CNN) experience? What are some ways to stand out during your 1:1 with employers? Learn directly from industry recruiters attending CNN about what it takes to find success in the virtual networking world. Join this panel for insights and Q&A in preparation for you career fair experience.
Interested in a career in tech but not a computer science major? There are many opportunities in the tech world for those with a liberal arts degree. On Tuesday, September 22, hear from the Qualtrics Learning & Development lead, along with a panel of current Qualtrics employees who studied the liberal arts, which highlights how they have paved their way.
Thinking inside the box has never been encouraged until now. Join WSU alum, Ellie Hirsch and Jennifer Dittell, as they provide tools to elevate your virtual presence and ensure your “box” stands out. From appropriate backgrounds, owning your screen, to professional attire, they will share tips on Monday, September 21 to help you become the obvious choice!