Check out our new online workshops! The below online workshops are a great way to gather basic career information at a time that is convenient to you. If you have further questions after reviewing these workshops, make awefn appointment with a career counselor by calling 320-589-6065.
Resumes, CVs, & Cover Letters
Reference and Cover Letter
Get tips on how to write reference and cover letters. Resume Writing
Get an overview of what to include on your resume and inside tips for making your skills stand out to employers.
Professional Portfolios
Professional portfolios are a great way to show employers your skills during an interview. Learn how to create one and how to use it effectively in an interview.
Curriculum Vitae Writing Interviewing
Effective Interviewing
Learn what you can do before, during and after an interview to increase your odds of landing a great job or internship. Phone Interviews
Get tips for navigating those tricky phone interviews including what to expect and how to make the best
impression when you are not face-to-face with an employer.
Job Search Strategies
Jobs & Internship Searching
Learn about tools and strategies that will help you find jobs or internships in your field of interest. GLBT Job and Internship Search
Learn ways to find the right job for you: researching GLBT -friendly employers, being out or not in the
application process, being yoruself on the job. Networking
Approximately 75% of jobs are never advertised. Learn how to network effectively so that you can find out about these unadvertised positions. Mastering the Federal Application Process
The U.S. government is a huge employer of all majors, but its job and internship application process
can be time-consuming and laborious. Learn the language and tips to navigate this opportunity-rich system. "What Now?" Opening Address - Part 1 (Video) "What Now?" Opening Address - Part 2 (Video)
Mark Sorenson-Wagner's opening address at the "You've Graduated: What Now?" workshop to help recent graduates job search in a tough economy. May 27, 2009 Job Fair Tips
Graduate Job Fair Success
Learn how to prepare for a job fair, how to introduce yourself to employers and gain tips for following up after the fair to increase your chances of securing a job. Job Fair Success for Undergrads
Graduate/Professional School
Graduate School Planning
Learn about the graduate school application process including timeline, tips on how to select a school and what makes a successful application for admission. Pre-Law Workshop Learn about the law school application process including timeline, tips on how to select a school and what makes a successful application for admission. Writing Effective Personal Statements Having a well written personal statement is critical for graduate school admissions. Learn great tips for creating a good quality first draft.
Job Offers & Salary Negotiation
Salary Negotiation
Learn the do's and don'ts of salary negotiation as well as ways to research salary statistics by job type and geographical location. Transition to Employment
Transitioning from Student to Professional
Your first job after graduating from college can be a big adjustment. Get tips on how to ensure success in this first experience.
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