[Englmajors] Preparing for (and making the most of) the Career Fair! (fwd)

[Kimberly Swayze]

Even if you are not graduating right away (even if you are a freshman), 
you should definitely attend the Spring Career Fair on April 14th. It's a 
great way to see what's out there (especially important in this economy), 
to make some connections, and to get feedback on your resume.

The Career Center (134 MGH) has some workshops coming up to help students 
to prepare: Resume Workshops, Networking Workshops, and a workshop 
designed to help you to make the most of the career fair.  This is the 
biggest annual career event on campus, so don't miss it!


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Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:18:02 -0700 (PDT)
From: The Career Center <jobnews at uw.edu>
Subject: Don't Fail at the Career Fair!

DON'T MISS THE UW SPRING CAREER FAIR 2010
from The Career Center at the University of Washington
April 14th, 3:00 - 7:00, HUB Ballrooms
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Fellow Husky,

By now you've probably heard about the upcoming UW Spring Career
Fair - whether on our Facebook, our Twitter or our web page.  And,
since you know you need a strong resume and good networking skills you're
probably wondering how you can get these before the Career Fair.

Well, here's a prescription designed to ensure your attendance
at the Career Fair is well-prepared so that you're well-remembered.

1.  Network with and learn from professionals at the April 6th
Employer Conversations: Career Paths for Humanities and Social
Science Majors featuring a panel of UW alumni and industry reps
will share their tips and thoughts on why makes liberal arts
grads such valuable employees and how to make sure a position
is a good fit for your degree.

When: Tuesday - April 6 @ 4:30 - 6:30
Where: HUB 108
Notes: Networking after the event.

2.  Make sure your resume is effective at the April 8th Resume
Caf? where HR reps from more than 20 businesses and
organizations will be on hand (first-come, first serve) to help
you refine and polish your resume over 20-minute one-on-one
sessions. These reps will happily share their experience,
answer your questions and give you important tips on how to
make your resume stand out.

When: Thursday - April 8 @ 1:00 - 4:30
Where: Mary Gates Hall
Notes: Signups start promptly at 1. Make sure to get there
early, as sessions fill up quickly!
( http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=8O9Vi8S_rltv-Gkm83fjOg.. )

3.  Create your success at the April 14th UW Spring Career Fair
where more than 100 businesses and organizations from
throughout the Puget Sound region, Washington State and the
country will be on-hand to meet with you about internships,
part-time and full-time jobs they have. Yes, with jobs and
internships they are trying to fill with students and alumni
- like you!

When: Wednesday - April 14 @ 3:00 - 7:00
Where: HUB Ballrooms
Notes: Click here for the names of businesses and organizations
attending, print it out, and make a list of who you want to see
at the fair!
(http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=3gfulK27Bu4kW10Ryciavw.. )


There you have it. The three steps to make sure that you find exactly
what you are looking for at this year's UW Spring Career Fair.
Of course, for those of you looking to get ahead of the game, in
addition to our many workshops we're offering this month, we
also have walk-in appointments where you can meet with career
counselors one-on-one.

For more ways to prepare for the upcoming Career Fair, learn more
about our workshops and our walk-in appointments, check out our
website and read these 5 tips to Maximize Your Career Fair Experience.
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=rlbJGOPBXRt3-K7vlAfp0w..

- The Career Center of the University of Washington
    http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=QBWyIHoFJH3GJzb_6W8jKg..


**** LINKS TO MORE INFORMATION ****

UW Spring Career Fair:
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=mMqfNzTR9eyMwbk6q4mqnQ..

Resume Cafe:
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=k8JtPGcDssSXl7q--4vmJg..

The Career Center on Facebook:
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=vQcCnRFYJMvT4eTR-yJZ1A..

The Career Center on Twitter:
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=1ZS4BW87eO_axGL6fuXBHw..

5 Tips to Maximize Your Career Fair Experience:
http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=CJO8wSyG1fu072ODsPGUKw..



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