Career Workshop Series Fall 2010

Career Decisions- What Really Matters
Are you undecided about what to major in? Would you like to know more about yourself and which careers would be a good fit for you? Are you confused about where to begin?

This workshop will review the basic steps to a career decision, how to get started with learning about yourself and techniques for career research. Learn about the tools and assessments offered by the Career & Transfer Center.
October 5, 10am November 3, 12 noon December 6, 12 noon

Resumes that Rock!
Does your resume get you interviews? Do you need help creating your first resume?"

Studies show that the average hiring manager spends 20 seconds looking at a resume before deciding to grant an interview. Your resume really needs to stand out from the crowd. In this workshop you will learn how to construct an effect resume that helps you stand out and gets interviews!
October 1, 12 noon November 8, 2pm

Interview to Impress
If you are a student who will be interviewing for FT, PT, Summer jobs or Internships, this is an essential program for you!

Learn the techniques of successfully interviewing for jobs- how to prepare, answer typical questions, make a good impression and get that all important job offer.
October 14, 11am October 25, 2pm November 16, 2pm November 24, 12:30pm
December 10, 12 noon

Internships 101
Are you interested in getting experience related to your area of study? Are you looking to make connections in the industry in which you hope to work??

This workshop will provide basic information on the WCC Cooperative Education/Internship Program. Topics include how to get started, the best time to do an internship, program requirements, credit options and gaining the most from the experience.
October 14, 12 noon November 15, 10:30am December 2, 10:30am

Maximizing CCN Online Career Management System
Need a job, need career information, need a resume tutor. It’s all there on CCN- College Central Network the Westchester Community College on line career system. Learn how to search for jobs posted to your school, post your resumes, track your resume submissions, access career information, blog and videos.
October 7, 11am October 19, 2pm November 22, 1pm November 30, 12 noon
December 15, 1pm

To register for a workshop, call 914 606-6760, stop into STC 201 or visit our website:
www.sunywcc.edu/ctcenter
All workshops are held in the Career & Transfer Center, STC 201 and are for 1 hour, with the exception of Interview to Impress which is 1 ½ hrs.
All workshops are led by WCC Career Counselors

Questions? Please contact us.