Event Calendar
2011-2012 Events
Upcoming Events
| March | 28 | How to Get Your Resume Through the Black Hole: Do you find the online application process frustrating or confusing? College recruiter A.J. Dale from Boeing will arm you with knowledge about applying to companies online. All majors welcome. Please bring your resume. Food provided! Wednesday, March 28, 11:10 a.m.- Noon (Bldg. 124/117). |
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| April | 10 | College of Liberal Arts Panel: Create Your Own Path: Come hear Almuni from the CLA who have been successful at transitioning from Cal Poly to world of work April 10th 11-12pm Career Event Center (Bldg. 124/117) |
| April | 11 | Making the Most of the Career Fair: Learn strategies for success at the career fair. Wednesday, April 11, 10:10 - 11 a.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 11 | Successful Interview Skills: Learn how to successfully prepare for an interview. Wednesday, April 11, 1:10 - 2 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 12 | Resume Clinic: Bring your resume and have it reviewed by a Career Counselor. First come, first served. Remember, drop-in services and appointments are also available. Visit the Career Services website for details. Thursday, April 12, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 12 | Successful Interview Skills: Learn how to successfully prepare for an interview. Thursday, April 12, 2:10 - 3 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 12 | Making the Most of the Career Fair: Learn strategies for success at the career fair. Thursday, April 12, 3:10 - 4 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 16 | Successful Interview Skills: Learn how to successfully prepare for an interview. Monday, April 16, 10:10 - 11 a.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 16 | Making the Most of the Career Fair: Learn strategies for success at the career fair. Monday, April 16, 3:10 - 4 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| April | 17 | OCOB Resumes in the Breezeway: OCOB students - bring your resume to have it reviewed. Tuesday, April 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the OCOB Breezeway (Bldg. 3, outside room 100) |
| April | 18,19 |
Career Fair: Wednesday, April 18 and Thursday, April 19, Chumash Auditorium, University Union. Networking: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Interviews: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Log on to MustangJOBS (via the Cal Poly portal) to see a list of participating companies. |
| April | 18,19 | LinkedIn Photo Booth: Need a professional looking profile photo? During the Career Fair, Career Services is offering a free LinkedIn photo booth. While you're wearing your business attire, stop by the "booth" with your smartphone to take a picture in front of a professional backdrop. Upload the photo to your LinkedIn profile using LinkedIn's free app! Wednesday and Thursday, April 18 & 19, from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. near the entrance to Chumash Auditorium (University Union). |
| April | 18 |
Green Career Mixer: Hosted by Empower Poly Coalition. Wednesday, April 18, 5 - 6:30 p.m. (University Art Gallery, building 34)
Are you looking for a career that will mean more than just a paycheck? Do you want to help make the world a better place for your children and grandchildren? Do you want some quality face time with employers who value these traits in you? If you answered yes to all of the above, then you need to attend the Green Career Mixer! Empower Poly Coalition is anticipating attendance by more than 30 employers from a variety of fields who have been pre-screened for their commitment to sustainability and corporate impact on improving our world. All majors and years are welcome from Freshmen to Super Seniors as our employers have full-time, part-time, and internship positions available. This is your chance to network and build connections with like-minded professionals in the business world. Food and beverage will be provided. Displayed art pieces from the best in show of Cal Poly students will be featured for your enjoyment in the gallery. |
| April | 21 | CLA Career Exploration Retreat: Commit one day to explore career interests, values, skills and opportunities to best market your Liberal Arts degree. Participate in this exciting opportunity with 15 other students who are committed to finding their career passion and direction. This event is free. Breakfast & Lunch provided. Saturday, April 21st, 9:00am - 4:30pm, Career Services, bldg. 124. Register today, space is limited. RSVP Zak Sheerazi, zsheeraz@calpoly.edu or 756-5979. For more information please click here to view the event flier! |
| April | 24 | Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn - Oh My!: Learn the basic do's and don'ts for leveraging your online presence in your job search. Tuesday, April 24, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/224) |
| April | 24 |
OCOB Concentration Workshop: Need help selecting a concentration for your Business Administration or Economics major? Attend this workshop for assistance with career exploration and to hear from a panel of peers from each area. Tuesday, April 24, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/117) |
| April | 26 | 21st Century Career Success: The world of work is changing FAST! Discover how to find your way and the essential skills to thrive in the 21st century. Thursday, April 26, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/117) |
| April | 27 | I'm on LinkedIn Now What?: This hands-on workshop will teach you how to tap into your network and optimize your job search using LinkedIn. Friday, April 27 , 10:10 - Noon in the Kennedy Library, computer lab 111B. |
| May | 1 |
Take a Free Practice Test (GRE, LSAT, GMAT or MCAT): First come, first served (40 spaces). Compliments of Princeton Review. Tuesday, May 1, 8 - 11 a.m. (Kennedy Library, Bldg. 35/216 A & B) |
| May | 1 |
Personal Statement Workshop: Write a winning statement to "wow" admissions officers. Presented by Princeton Review. Tuesday, May 1, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/117) |
| May | 3 |
Careers in Marketing: A panel of marketing professionals will share advice, knowledge and insights about career paths, a day in the life, and more. Thursday, May 3, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/117)
Our panelists represent the following companies: Edna Valley Vineyard, (iii) Design, LEVEL, Specialized Bicycles, and YOUNGDIGITAL Marketing |
| May | 3 | Employer Benefits 101: Learn about HMOs, PPOs, 401Ks and other typical benefits offered by employers. Thursday, May 3, 1:10 - 2 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |
| May | 4 | LinkedIn Profile Contest: Think you have a great LinkedIn profile? Enter Career Services' profile contest! The winner will receive a portfolio and $50 El Corral gift card. Send an email to Amie Hammond at akhammon@calpoly.edu (include your name and LinkedIn profile URL). Be sure to adjust your privacy settings so that your public profile is viewable. Entries due May 4th. |
| May | 8 | Graduate School Loans: What You Need to Know for 2012/13: Are you going to grad school? Taking out loans? Financial Aid counselors will explain unsubsized loan information for 2012/13. Tuesday, May 8, 10-11 a.m. (Bldg. 124/117) |
| May | 8 | International Careers: This workshop will discuss resources and strategies that will make you marketable for a global career. Tuesday, May 8, 11:10 - Noon (Bldg. 124/117) |
| May | 10 |
Effective Networking Techniques: Networking is the #1 way people get jobs. Learn how you can too. Thursday, May 10, 11:10 a.m. - Noon (Bldg. 124/117) |
| May | 15 | Got Career?: If you are doing work you love, it hardly feels like work! Haven't found that career yet? Then attend this hands-on Career Exploration Workshop. Understand how to align who you are with the path you take. Feel more empowered and excited about your career direction. Dinner included! Tuesday, May 15, 5 - 6:30 p.m. (Bldg. 124/117). |