Learn all you need to know to find that new job

Learn how to dress right for a job interview, how to write resumes, or just discuss your career path at Metro State College of Denver's Office of Career Services.

Metro State Office of Career Services
(303)-556-3664 www.mscd.edu/~career

Upcoming Spring 2010 - Events and Workshops

Events

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BECKER PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION INFO BOOTH
Dates: January 27th & 28th, 2010 (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
Location: North Classrom (South Entrance)
Description: Becker provides world-class web-based and live in-house continuing professional education for accounting and finance professionals.
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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FEMA INFORMATION SESSION
Dates: Wednesday, January 27th, 2010 (12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
Location: 1020 Ninth Street Park
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WORKING IT OUT: GLBT CAREER PANEL
Dates: Wednesday, March 10th, 2010 (2:00 p.m.)
Location: Tivoli Rm 640
Description: A panel of professionals will discuss GLBT issues in the workplace and provide helpful hints.
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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SPRING JOB FAIR 2010
Dates: Tuesday, April 6th, 2010 (10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.)
Location: Tivoli Turnhalle
Description: Employers from several career fields will be hiring students and alumni, so students should dress professionally and bring their resume!
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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2nd ANNUAL SUSTAINABLE STYLE SHOW
Dates: Tuesday, April 27th, 2010 (1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.)
Location: Tivoli Food Court
Description: Students will learn how to dress professionally and save money on a business wardrobe.
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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FACULTY/STAFF OPEN HOUSE
Dates: May 5th, 2010 (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
Location: Career Services Office, Tivoli Rm 215
Description: Join us for refreshments and information about the services we offer Metro State students and alumni.
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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CULTURES & CAREEERS: STORIES FROM ASIAN AMERICAN PROFESSIONALS
Dates: May 6th, 2010 (Times: TBA)
Location: TBA
Description: In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage month, Asian American Professionals come to Metro State to discuss their career paths & career-related stories.
More Info: Log on to Metro State Joblink through www.mscd.edu/~career for further updates
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CULTURAL COMMUNICATOR CONTEST
Essay Deadline: April 23rd, 2010
Description: Office of Career Services will select and send three students to the Adcolor Awards in October 2010. To enter, an essay must be submitted and turned in by April 23, 2010! For further information come by the Office of Career Services in Tivoli Rm 215 or call 303-556-3664.
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WORKSHOPS
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SII INTERPRETATION WORKSHOPS
Description: Receive interpretation of your Strong Interest Inventory (SII) Career Assessment you must complete the assessment prior to attending the workshop.
Date/Time: Thursday, January, 28th 2010 (3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, February, 2nd 2010 (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Monday, February, 8th 2010 (2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, February, 17th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, March, 9th 2010 (2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Thursday, March, 18th 2010 (1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, April, 7th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 a.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, April, 20th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 a.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, April, 28th 2010 (3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, May, 4th 2010 (12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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MBTI INTERPRETATION WORKSHOPS
Description: Receive interpretation of your Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Career Assessment you must complete the assessment prior to attending the workshop.
Date/Time: Tuesday, January, 26th 2010 (2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Monday, February, 1st 2010 (12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, February, 10th 2010 (3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, February, 23rd 2010 (2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Thursday, March, 11th 2010 (1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Friday, March, 19th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, March, 31st 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 a.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, April, 13th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, April, 21st 2010 (3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Monday, May, 3rd 2010 (2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLinkor call 303-556-3664
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WRITING YOUR FIRST RESUME
Description: This workshop is designed for people who have never written a resume.
Date/Time: Tuesday, February, 16th 2010 (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
Date/Time: Monday, March, 8th 2010 (4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Date/Time: Tuesday, March, 30th 2010 (12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.) *Presented by Kraft Foods
Date/Time: Friday, April, 16th 2010 (9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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ADVANCED RESUME WRITING
Description: This workshop is designed for people who have written resumes and need help maximizing them for job applications in a tight job market.
Date/Time: Thursday, February, 25th 2010 (1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, March, 17th 2010 (9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)
Date/Time: Wednesday, April, 28th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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INTERVIEWING WORKSHOP
Description: Learn how to prepare for an interview and market your strengths to prospective employers.
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 16th 2010 (1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES
Description: This workshop is designed to provide information on how to conduct a job search and the importance of maintaining a professional image throughout the process.
Date/Time: Monday, April 5th 2010 (2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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GRADUATE SCHOOL WORKSHOP
Description: This workshop is for people who are considering graduate school now or in the future. Learn what to consider when making the decision to go to graduate school and what to expect during the application process.
Date/Time: Monday, April, 26th 2010 (11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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CAREER FAIR PREP WORKSHOP
Description: If you plan to attend a career fair you will want to make the most of it! Come get tips on how to best prepare for a career fair.
Date/Time: Monday, March, 29th 2010 (10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.)
Date/Time: Thursday, April, 1st 2010 (11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.)
Date/Time: Monday, April, 5th 2010 (4:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Location: Auraria Campus; Tivoli 215
More Info/Register: Log on to Metro JobLink or call 303-556-3664
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