Career Services Presentation by Julie Way

Michigan Technological University Career Services

Develop Your Career Choose to Use Your Career Services
Michigan Tech Career Services…
We’re on your team
We talk to companies and recruiters
We educate ourselves
We educate, mentor, and guide students
We plan and organize 2 valuable career fairs
We host numerous recruiters for interviews almost daily
We strive to help as many students as possible attain their dream job during and after their education experience

These Career Services Partners generously support Michigan Tech students!

Create a Plan Set your goals… Develop a timeline… Take small steps… Success!
F.A.S.T. - The Four-Year College Action Plan
First Year... Goal: Awareness...Self Exploration and Assessment. Create a resume and learn what makes it strong and effective (ie: highlighting varsity sports participation). Choose to use YOUR Career Services
Sophomore... Goal: Career exploration, work towards developing skills, adding to your experience, and working in your field of study. Update your academic and personal information on NACElink and upload and publish your resume. Choose to use YOUR Career Services
Junior... Goal: More clear and concise preparation and decision making about career goals with a focus on: coursework, experiential experience, extra-curricular involvement and leadership development. Choose to use YOUR Career Services
Senior... Goal: Senior level project management experience, possible diverse coursework opportunities, full-time job search. Choose to use YOUR Career Services
See www.career.mtu.edu for more details.

Career Services
Provides numerous campus-wide services :
Educational Seminars
Job Search
Resumes
Interviews
Plant trip visits
Career Fair Prep
Networking
Business and Dining Etiquette Dinners
Interview Skills Week
Resume Blitz
MUB - Fall and Spring Semester
Residence Halls - Spring Semester
Interview Skills Week

Career Services
Provides one on one help with all your career development needs:
“ My Plan” A personal assessment tool
Resume and cover letter writing
Interview coaching and practicing
Job Search Strategies including our on-line recruiting software – NACElink
Career Fair Prep
On-campus interview scheduling
Offer negotiation and benefits evaluation
Business etiquette advice
Networking Skills

The Resume: 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.”

What do employers want from me?
Employers are looking for people with these Top 10 skills
and experiences:
Co-op and/or Internship Experience
Teamwork and interpersonal skills
Communication skills (both written and oral)
Leadership experience
Strong work ethic
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 possess
many of these skills

The Interview: “So…tell me about yourself”
Is the first question an interviewer asks in the vast majority of times… Develop and memorize a 60 second infomercial. This is where you set the tone for the interview.
Make the next half hour a pleasant one for your interviewer by smiling, and being confident and enthusiastic.
Tell STORIES about your academic, professional, and personal background.
Be unique and funny if you can.

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!

Co-op and Internship Education
The single most important qualification on your resume
Invaluable experiential education for students
Important recruiting tool for employers
About 85% of Co-op students receive a full-time job offer from the company they co-op for

Two Annual Career Fairs:
The 2010 Michigan Tech Career Fair is February 16
Hundreds of companies travel to the U.P. to entice, meet, and interview you!
They’ll all be in one place – The SDC
They offer casual, informal pre and post Career Fair informational sessions
Check out our website for who’s coming
Then…

Prepare and Plan
Identify 5 – 10 target companies
Do your homework! Research the company in order to determine what they’re doing and how you’ll benefit them
Practice that 60 second “infomercial”
Let them SEE that you’re serious:
Suit
Tie
Dress shirt
Good shoes
Impeccably groomed

NACElink

Connect with companies who want YOU… with YOUR 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

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 Services Resources.

Visit us at Career Services
Located in the Harold Meese Center on Houghton Avenue
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 am – 5 pm
Call for an appointment 487-2313
Check out our website – www.career.mtu.edu

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