Workshops

• Mastering the Art of Interviewing Workshop
• Résumé, Cover Letter, and Thank You Letter Workshop
  
  Online Workshops

  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.
  
  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.