Take control of your career! The opportunities you have and the skills you develop will shape your future. The first step is taking advantage of free resources like the MCNY Professional Workshop Series developed for our students, alumni and community.
Philip Meade, Director of Career Services and Michael Goodwin, Coordinator of Career Services, will be the presenters for the workshop series. Mike and Phil will share successful job search advice and guidance based on their combined 40 years of experience in corporate recruiting, higher educational career service, social services and workforce development. The workshops will be interactive so be sure to bring your questions!
To register for events, please email careerservices@mcny.edu with the name and date of the event you would like to attend in the subject line. There is no limit to the number of events that you can attend. Zoom links and further information will be emailed.
Topics:
Interviewing Skills
Understand the goals and importance of an interview. Learn effective preparation for the interview process, communication skills, behavior, and dress code for an interview. AND…what to do after an interview.
Resume Building
Your resume may be your only chance to get an employer’s attention, so get it right. Learn about style, language and formats for writing a resume and cover letter.
Networking Skills and Building Your Network
Learn techniques for building a professional network to support your career growth and development. Networking can play a major role in how you find new jobs and professional opportunities.
Interview Research and Researching Employers
Learn how to empower yourself by preparing for interviews by conducting research. The workshop will cover what you should be looking for about an organization and where to find information.
Effective Use of LinkedIn
To empower participants to effectively build their professional-looking LinkedIn profile and use LinkedIn as a way to research organizations, find job opportunities and connect with contacts and employers.
We look forward to the opportunity of working with you to accelerate your future!
Virtual Workshop Schedule:
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Resume Building
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Interview Skills
Thursday, March 16, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Building Your Network
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Interview Skills
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Effective Use of LinkedIn
To RSVP, register and receive the Zoom link to participate – please email Career Services careerservices@mcny.edu
