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Choose to Use Your Career Center ResourcesBecause…THE ADVICE IS RIGHT!

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Career Center Staff

Jim Turnquist, Director Jeff Kangas, Assistant Director Tina Giachino, Manager of Job

Development Julie Way, Career Advisor Gina Goudge, Coordinator of Career

Center Programs Matt McCormick, Analyst Programmer Rita Smith, Staff Assistant Adam Griffis, Office Assistant Laura Givens, Office Assistant

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These Career Center Partners generously support Michigan Tech students!

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These Career Center Partners generously support Michigan Tech students!

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It’s All Good!

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Great News…

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The Job MarketWhat’s it look like out there?

Economic Downturn? Job search will be more challenging.

Technical skills are in high demand (outpacing supply)

Computer skills a must

As reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics: Of the 10 industries with the largest wage and salary employment growth, 2006-2016 , Scientific and Technical Jobs rank #1

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Future Job MarketTop 10 degrees in demand (bachelor’s degree level):

1. Accounting2. Mechanical Engineering3. Electrical Engineering4. Computer Science5. Business Administration/Management6. Economics/Finance (incl. banking)7. Information Sciences & Systems8. Marketing/Marketing Management9. Computer Engineering10. Management Information Systems/ Business Data Processing

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Question #1When is the Career Fair?

September 30October 7November 4October 31

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How’ya Gonna Get There?

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Your Career Development Plan

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F.A.S.T. The Four-Year College Action Plan

Michigan Technological University Career Center

First Year...Goal: Awareness...Self Exploration and Assessment

Sophomore...Goal: Career Exploration and Update your academic and personal information on NACElink

Junior...Goal: Preparation and Decision Making

Senior... Goal: Implementation and Job Search Campaign

See www.career.mtu.edu for more details.

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Go to School:Nope, not math class – career class

Career Center Resources………………..September 9Extreme Makeover – Resume…………...September 10Extreme Makeover Facelift………September 10-11, 15-

16Extreme Makeover – Resume Renew….September 17-19 Interview Idol………………………………September 17Benefits of a Co-op or Internship………..September 23 Interview Skills Week…………………….September 22-26Landing that Dream Job…………………September 30Career Fair………………………………..October 7Negotiating Your Future Offers………...October 15

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Career Center Professionals Provide one on one help with all

your career development needs:

Resume and cover letter writingInterview coaching and practicingJob Search Strategies including our new

on-line recruiting software - NACElinkOn-campus interview schedulingOffer negotiation and benefits evaluationBusiness etiquette advice

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Question #2How many companies are

registered to participate in the Career Fair?

99927518056

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Create a Bridge to Your Future

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NACElink

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Connect with companies who want YOU…with YOUR new recruiting software NACElink

 

This new software will help you manage and publish your resume, search job postings, and connect with hundreds of employers from around the world.

Upload your new or renewed resume to NACElink soon!

Go to www.career.mtu.edu

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Question #3What on-line recruiting

system does the Career Center now use?

I Need a Sweet Gig.comNACElink.comJob Hook-Up.come-Recruiting.com

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Write the “Right” Stuff

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The Resume

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Who are you and what do you want?Do some introspective

brainstorming and ask yourself:◦What do I really want to do? Be as specific and detailed as possible

◦What am I really good at? Identify your hard skills and soft skills

◦What kind of company and job environment do I really desire? Research and evaluate companies

you may want to target for employment

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Create an Outstanding and Effective Resume

The first and perhaps the most vital step in preparing yourself for a successful job search is to create a powerful resume that will open doors and generate interviews.

And you’ll want a powerfully effective and

attractive resume because:

 “On average, most recruiters spend about 30 seconds scanning a resume and cover letter before sending it to the “yes” or “no” pile.”

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What do employers want from me?Employers are looking for people with these Top 10

skills and experiences:

Co-op/internship experience Communication skills (both written and oral) Strong work ethic Teamwork and interpersonal skills Computer Skills & Technical skills Motivation & Initiative (can you think outside the box?) Problem solving/Analytical skills Flexibility/adaptability Accomplishments/Achievements Confidence

Your resume should provide evidence that you possessmany of these skills

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Design Your ResumeTo clearly communicate who you are,

what you can do, and how well you do it.

Clean: You want to make a strong visual impact on your reader before the first word is read

Clear: You want to write who you are in terms of education and experience, what you can do, in terms of action, and how well you can do it, in terms of accomplishments and achievements

Concise: You want to state your experience in terms of accomplishments/skills/professional behaviors, based on your target job, in the shortest, but most understandable way.

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Facebook – just not a good idea

Do a careful reading and observation of your web presence.

Ensure your public or social web space is a positive reflection of you.◦What you think is cute and funny, may be interpreted in a completely different way by your audience.

Or…seriously consider removing any personal social networking websites at this time.

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Question #4Where is the Career Center

located?

The Harold Meese CenterThe SDCThe MUBThe Administration Building

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Let Me Ask You…

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The Interview

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“So…tell me about yourself”Is the first question an interviewer asks

in the vast majority of times.

This is where you set the tone for the interview. Make the next half hour a pleasant one for your interviewer.

Give a mix of your academic, professional, and personal background.

Tell something unique to remember you by.

Be funny if you can.

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The Behavioral InterviewPast Behavior = Future Behavior

Interviewers want to know: How well you work with others – will you fit on their “team” How well or how tenacious you are at problem solving – do you

think outside the box? Do you take initiative, can you take the lead, will you take risks,

are you competitive What have you done – your accomplishments and achievements,

have you overcome challenges Interviewers will ask questions that can be answered

in short, detailed stories: Introduction - give the W, W, W, W, H Problem – what was the problem or challenge Action – what action did you take to solve the problem or

overcome the challenge The End – what were the results of your actions

Interviewers insist that you know about their company and how you can help them: So…do your research

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Your Turn… Be sure to ask intelligent, informed

questions of your interviewer. This shows you know their company and you’re making an educated decision to work for them.

Some Sample Questions: Ask about a specific project you know the company is working on. What is the company’s biggest challenge at this time. Where would the company like to be in 5 years? Ask your interviewer about his position and work history with the

company. Ask about professional development opportunities Ask about advancement opportunities

Finally – Don’t forget to send an immediate THANK YOU letter. This is appreciated and expected!

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Question #5According to our Permanent

Salary Survey 2007 – 2008, the highest salary reported was:

72,00094,00062,50068,000

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I Tried It…I Like It!

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Co-op and Internship Education

Valuable real-world, hands-on experience for students

Important recruiting tool for employers

About 85% of Co-op students usually receive a full-time job offer from the company they co-op for

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What is Co-op?Co-op is a joint venture between the University, a

selected employer, and you.

Work for an employer for just one semester, a summer or alternate semesters.

Get great, relevant work experience.

Be paid for learning on the job.

Receive academic credit. Students should check with their advisors to determine if the credits will count as free or technical electives.

Get the inside track for a job when you graduate, since employers look favorably upon students with relevant work experience!

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Co-op vs InternshipInternships are similar to co-ops in that

the work could be applicable to the field in which you will receive your degree.

Most internships are worked in summer.

You don't receive academic credits for an internship.

But…you receive some great work experience.

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Who is Eligible to Co-op?Undergraduate students must have

completed their first year at Tech.

Transfer students must complete at least one semester in residence at Tech.

Must have a GPA of 2.20 or better and be in good social standing.

Must obtain authorization from the Office of International Studies if they are studying at Tech on an F1 visa.

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Forget that burger flipping summer job….Possible benefits from Co-op

education:◦Earn a considerably higher wage than

minimum◦Housing assistance◦Transportation expenses◦Paid vacation◦Reimbursement for Co-op credits◦Signing bonus

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Question #6What WON’T the Career Center help

you do?

Write or renew your resume and help you develop interview skills

Post your resume to NACElinkDecide what kind of career and/or field

of study is best suited for youResister for a Co-opChoose a Christmas gift for your

grandmother

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Come On Up – We’re Bringing Them All Right To You!

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Campus Career Fairs

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Come to the FairNo tilt-a whirl or cotton candy, but…exciting none the less!

The 2008 Michigan Tech Career Fair is October 7.

Over 260 companies travel to the U.P. to entice, meet, and interview you!

They’ll all be in one place (ok, 3) – The SDC, Gates Tennis Center and the Multi-Purpose Room.

They offer casual, informal pre and post Career Fair informational sessions.

Check out our website for who’s coming.

Then…

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Prepare and Plan Identify 5 – 10 companies you’d really like

to talk to.

Do your homework! Research the company in order to determine what they’re doing and how you’ll benefit them.

Develop a 90 second “infomercial.”

Let them SEE that you’re serious: Suit Tie Dress shirt Good shoes Impeccably groomed

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Company Research WebsitesLexisNexis.comHoovers.comDun & BradstreetWall Street JournalOccupational Outlook HandbookBusiness Weekly & ForbesWeddles Assoc. DirectoryFortune 500

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A Lot to Think About…

It’s never too early to start thinking about and

planning for your future.

You’re not alone…we’re here to help you.

Choose to use your Career Center Resources.

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Don’t Lose Your Head!

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Visit us at the Career CenterOffice Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pmDrop in or call ahead for an appointment 487-2313Check out our website – www.career.mtu.edu

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You Win!!!!