Career Week - Spring 2013
February 12 - February 20, 2013
Career Week offers students a variety of opportunities to "get connected" with employers and build professional development skills all leading up to the Career Network Day. Get practical knowledge and an edge in the competitive job market. See schedule of events below. Some events require reservations.
Resume Review Day
Recruiters available to review your resumes prior to the job fair! Get great advice on what information needs to be on your resume and how to make it stand out among the rest from those that know!!
Tuesday, February 12
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Career Services office, 1301 HSC
Appointments required. Call 581-2412 or stop by our office to reserve your 30 minute appointment time!
Developing Your Elevator Pitch
Going Up! Learn how to effectively develop a 30 second pitch that effectively communicates who you are, what you're looking for and how your skills can benefit the needs of the employer. Develop a pitch that will impress employers and send YOU to the top floor!
Tuesday, February 12
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Career Services office, 1301 HSC
Reservations required. RSVP through your Panther Recruiting account or call 217-581-2412.
Mock Interview Day
Practice your interviewing skills with actual recruiting professionals! Get help with answers to those tough interview questions and receive valuable feedback and advice.
Wednesday, February 13
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Career Services office, 1301 HSC
Appointments required. Call 581-2412 or stop by our office to reserve your 45 minute appointment time!
Job Fair Prep Workshop
Learn how to make the most of a job fair: to build relationships, make employers remember you, what to say, when to come & how long to stay, and much more!
Wednesday, February 13
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Effingham Room - University Union, 3rd Floor
Reservations Required. RSVP through your Panther Recruiting account or call 217-581-2412.
Resume Review Blitz!
Quick, 15-minute resume reviews by Career Services counselors. Must have resume ready for review. No appointment necessary.
Monday, February 18
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Career Services office - 1301 Human Services
No appointment necessary. Just walk-in!
Job Fair Prep: Do's & Don'ts
Learn how to make the most of a job fair: to build relationships, make employers remember you, what to say, when to come & how long to stay, and much more!
Tuesday, February 19
6:00 - 7:00 pm
1895 Room - University Union, 2nd Floor
Reservations Required. RSVP through your Panther Recruiting account or call 217-581-2412.
Job Fair: Career Network Day!
Meet with recruiters from a wide variety of industries and locations. Do you research, bring your resumes and your confidence!!
Wednesday, February 20
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
University Union - Grand Ballroom
No registration required. Just show up!! Bring your Panther Card & Resumes! Open to all students and alumni!
