Winter 2013 Workshops

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[Resume]   [Interview]   [Job Search]   [Out & About]   [Non-NMU]

 

Resume Workshops

Learn to create an effective resume that will get you noticed in today's job market.  This workshop will cover resume writing techniques and you'll also learn how to avoid some common missteps.  Learn more about our Online Resume System and how to get your resume posted for employers to view.

All Resume Workshops will be held in the Training Room (room #2303)  in the C.B. Hedgcock Building.

• Thursday, January 31 - 5:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, February 5 - 5:00 p.m.
• Thursday, March 14 - 4:00 p.m.
• Thursday, April 4 - 5:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 17 - 5:00 p.m.

 

Interview Workshops

A resume may get you an interview, but it's the interview that will get you the job!
Learn about the different types of interviews, how you can effectively prepare for them and improve your interview success.

All Interview Workshops will be held in the Training Room (room #2303) in the C.B. Hedgcock Building.

• Thursday, February 21 - 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, March 12 - 4:00 p.m.

 

Job Search Strategies Workshop

Learn valuable job search skills & techniques at this workshop, held in the Training Room (room #2303) in the C.B. Hedgcock Building.

• Wednesday, March 27 - 4:00 p.m.

 

Out & About

Career Services staff will be Out & About on the following dates, to answer any questions you might have about the services we provide to students & alumni.  Please stop by our table to say hello and find out what we can do for you and your career needs!

All Out & About events will be held in the Lower Level of the LRC from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, unless otherwise noted.

• Wednesday, January 23
• Monday, February 11
• Tuesday, February 26
• Monday, March 18
• Tuesday, April 9
• Monday, April 22

Non-NMU Workshops

Young Women/Strong Leaders Conference
Friday, April 12, 8:15-4:15
Lake Superior State University, Cisler Center
Registration (online only) now open at wrc.msu.edu/ywsl.php

Workshop sessions:  Conference attendees are invited to connect with women leaders in a variety of career paths and to attend sessions on issues such as financial planning for women, promoting yourself online and on the page, finding a mentor in your field, starting and running a small business, investigating non-traditional career paths, and more.

Registration fee: $25 includes lunch and all sessions.  Registration closes April 9th.

Keynote Speaker: Ms. Patricia L. Caruso, Former Director of the Michigan Department of Corrections

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LiveWorkLaunch! Grand Rapids
Friday, April 19, 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Goei Center
International Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence
818 Butterworth St. SW
Grand Rapids, MI

Attendees will hear from industry experts, network "Open Office Hours" with local entrepreneurs, learn what resources are available in the area, and network with some of West Michigan's most innovative employers. 

Registration fee: $10 before 4/12; $15 after 4/12

Please register at http://www.regonline.com/LWL

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Questions should be referred to NMU Career Services at 906-227-2800 or careers@nmu.edu.