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Fall 2009: Career Events/Programs/Fairs 
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Topics: Federal Govt Job/Internship Search Graduate School Internships Interviewing Job Fair Preparation Job/Internship Search Networking Researching Employers Resumes/Cover Letters Salary Negotiation |
Events & Fairs: Career Fairs Job Fair 10/7, 10/8 Career Panels International Students Workshop Days 10/30, 11/6 Interviewing Practice with Employers Jump Start Workshops 8/27, 8/28 Resume Clinics 10/1, 10/5 Programs & Services: Co-operative Education (Co-op) Individual Appointments On-Campus Interviewing PatriotJobWeb |
Events | Panels | Workshops 
2-day Job Search Jump Start Workshops
Jump Start Your Job & Internship Search Get
started before the hectic semester begins. |
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Thursday, August 27
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| Orientation to On-Campus Interviewing | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Resume/Cover Letter Writing | 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Networking Practice with Employers | 12:15 - 1 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Tips from recruiters on networking and job search strategies | 1 - 2:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| How to Research Employers | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Friday, August 28
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| Finding Internships and Other Career Related Experience | 10 - 11:15 a.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Behavioral Interviewing | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Resume/Cover Letter Drop-In Critiques (bring a draft) | 1 - 3 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Career Panels
Opportunities to learn about specific career fields from experienced alumni and employers. Open to all interested students. |
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| Tips from Recruiters on Networking and Job Search Strategies: | ||
| Thursday, August 27 | 1 - 2:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Federal Government Job & Internship Student Panel: | ||
| Wednesday, September 9 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room G |
| Federal Government Law Enforcement, Intelligence, Security Careers at Prince William Campus: | ||
| Monday, September 28 | 6 - 8 p.m. |
Verizon Auditorium |
School of Management : Ask the Professionals Career Panels:
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Management
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| Thursday, October 15 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room C |
| Finance | ||
| Tuesday, October 20 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room C |
Options for Humanities, Social Sciences & Liberal Arts Majors ( + networking practice):
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| Wednesday, October 21 | 5:30 - 7:15 p.m. |
JC, Room C |
Human Resources, Training, Organizational Development:
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| Tuesday, November 10 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Federal Government Job and Internship Search
Events for specific disciplines,interests and populations. Open to all interested students. |
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| Federal Government Job & Internship Student Panel: | ||
| Wednesday, September 9 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room G |
| Federal Government Job & Internship Career Workshop: | ||
| Thursday, September 24 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Federal Government
Law Enforcement, Intelligence, Security Careers Panel at Prince William Campus: |
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| Monday, September 28 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
Prince William Campus, Verizon Auditorium |
Federal Government Job & Internship Career Workshop:
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| Thursday, October 29 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room A |
Resumes | Cover Letters | Portfolios
Resumes and Cover Letter Workshops
Learn how to develop and enhance resumes and
cover letters. |
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| Thursday, August 27 | 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Friday, August 28
Resume/Cover Letter Drop-In Critiques (bring a draft) 1 - 3 p.m., SUB I, Rooms A/B |
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| Thursday, September 3 | 4 - 5:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Monday, September 14 | 5:45 - 7:15 p.m. |
JC, Room C |
| Wednesday, September 23 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room G |
| Tuesday, October 20 * | 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
* In honor of the National Day of Writing, Career Services is teaming up with
Mason's Writing Center after the October 20th workshop to work one-on-one with students on their resumes and cover letters. Join us from 2 - 4 p.m. in the Writing Center (Robinson A 114) for individual sessions or to ask general questions about this crucial form of writing. |
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| Friday, October 30 International Students Workshop |
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
JC, Room A |
| Monday, November 16 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Resume Clinic with Employers
Have your resume reviewed by an employer to get feedback and
advice on making improvements (first come, first serve basis). |
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| Thursday, October 1 | 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
JC, Room 116 |
| Monday, October 5 | 4 - 7 p.m. |
JC, Room 116 |
Interviewing
Behavioral Based Interview Workshops
Behavioral Based Interviewers ask
questions to uncover specific skill experiences and behaviors
they are looking for in candidates. Learn how to be prepared
to answer these interview questions and present your skill
sets in the best light. |
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| Friday, August 28 | 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Thursday, September 10 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Tuesday, October 27 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Monday, November 2 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Interview Practice with Employers
Practice your interviewing skills in preparation for the Mason Internship & Job Fair, To set up an appointment, log in to PatriotJobWeb Practice your interviewing skills for this event! |
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| Tuesday, September 15 | 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Friday, September 25 | 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Wednesday, November 18 | 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Interviewing Skills for Non-Native English Speakers Workshop
Learn interviewing strategies. Become familiar with common mistakes
& how to avoid them. |
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| Friday, November 6 | 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. |
JC, Room A |
Salary Negotiation Workshops
What should you say when an employer asks you for salary requirements? What should you do if you don't like the salary - but want the job? Come join us and learn how to evaluate job offers and gain tips for negotiating a salary. This workshop will cover deciding between multiple job offers, the negotiation process, maximizing your bargaining power and ethical considerations. |
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| Thursday, November 12 | 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Tuesday, December 1 | 6 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
Common Mistakes Video
Common Mistakes People Make in Interviews Video An informative and effective program that helps job seekers anticipate what employers are looking for. This video illustrates the things to do and not to do in an interview so you can convey the right attitude, project a professional image and get that job offer! Available to view in the Career Library, SUB I, Room 348, Yellow Section. |
Perfect Interview Software
Mason students... you may practice your interviewing skills online at anytime with Be sure to use Internet Explorer for your browser
window. |
Networking
Networking Practice with Employers Workshop
Learn effective networking skills to use
in a variety of job hunting situations to help you get a good job or internship. |
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| Thursday, August 27 | 12:15 - 1 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Alumni Affairs Etiquette Dinner
Come and learn about professional dining etiquette
while enjoying a meal with fellow students and Mason alumni. Tuesday, October 27, 7 - 9 p.m. |
Job and Internship Search
How to Research Employers Workshop
Learn how to research employers and gain a competitive edge when marketing yourself to organizations. Discover where to find information about organizations, what type of information impresses employers and how to best use employer research to your advantage! |
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| Thursday, August 27 | 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Monday, September 14 | 4:30 - 5:45 p.m. |
JC, Room C |
| Friday, November 6 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. |
JC, Room A |
Find Internships and Other Career Related Experience Workshops
Learn strategies for finding leads for career related opportunities. |
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| Friday, August 28 | 10 - 11:15 a.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Tuesday, September 8 | 5 - 6 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
E-Workshop
Cooperative Education (Co-op) Orientation Workshops
Learn about this structured program through
which students who meet specific eligibility requirements
gain paid, professional level work experience related to their
major and career plans.
For F-1 VISA Holders |
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| Wednesday, September 30 | 4 - 5 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Friday, November 6 | 1 - 2 p.m. |
JC, Room A |
Orientation to Co-op
Daily, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(Ongoing)
- A Co-op Specialist is available to meet with individuals, |
. International Students' Workshop Days
October 30 & November 6 JC, Room A Prepare for your job or internship search. |
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Friday, October 30
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| Job Search Strategies and F-1 Employment Options | 10 - 11:30 a.m. |
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| Resume/Cover Letter Writing for International Students | 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
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Friday, November 6
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| Interviewing Skills for Non-Native English Speakers | 10 - 11:15 a.m. |
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| How to Research Employers | 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
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| Co-op orientation for F-1 VISA Holders | 1 - 2 p.m. |
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Make an appointment to meet with your Career Counselor! |
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Prepare for the Job/Internship Fair Workshops
Present yourself to employers with confidence! Prepare by researching employers in advance. |
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| Tuesday, September 29 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Monday, October 5 | 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Job Fair 411 DVD
Job fairs are often where you first connect
face-to-face with employers.
The Job Fair 411 DVD is available at the front desk in |
Job Search Strategies in a Tight Market Workshops
| Learn strategies for finding leads for career related opportunities in a tight market. | ||
| Monday, September 21 | 12:15 - 1:45 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms B/C |
| Wednesday, November 11 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms B/C |
Winter Break Job Search Workshops
Prepare for your winter break job search.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009 |
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Job Search Strategies and Networking |
4 - 6 p.m |
Salary Negotiation |
6 - 7 p.m |
Find Jobs
Orientation to On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Workshops
A required information session on policies and procedures
for participating in OCI and an introduction to PatriotJobWeb (PJW)  . |
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| Thursday, August 27 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
SUB I, Rooms A/B |
| Thursday, September 17 | 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Tuesday, September 22 | 5:30 . - 6:30 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
| Wednesday, September 30 | 3 - 4 p.m. |
SUB I, Room 348 |
Job Search Strategies and F-1 Employment Options Workshop
Employment regulations for international students and effective strategies that can enhance the job finding prospects. |
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| Friday, October 30 | 10 - 11:30 a.m. |
JC, Room A |
Planning for Graduate School Workshops
Learn how to research, apply for admission to grad school and gain input for the decisions you'll make about graduate or professional school programs. |
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| Wednesday, September 16 | 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. |
JC, Room E |
| Wednesday, September 16 | 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. |
JC, Room E |
| Monday, October 26 | 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. |
SUB I, Rooms B/C |
Kaplan Practice Test
Take a free practice DAT, OAT, GRE, TOEFL, LSAT, MCAT, NCLEX and PCAT exam at Mason. This semester, the GMAT exam will be held online. SUNDAY, October 25, 2009 |
Fairs
Job/Internship Fair
Network with local employers to learn about job openings and present your qualifications. Prepare for the Career Fair by attending these workshops: Wednesday, October 7 |
Mason Showcase of Graduate Programs
Meet representatives from all Mason graduate programs .
Wednesday, September 16 |
Diversity Career Day
| October 28 - 29, 2009 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Newcomb Hall, 3rd Floor Charlottesville, Virginia |
Appointments
Individual Appointments:
Individual, 45-minute appointments may be scheduled in advance with the Career Counselor for your major by calling 703-993-2370. Topics to discuss with your counselor may include:
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Walk-in Hours:
Stop by for a short visit with a career counselor. Walk-ins are available for currently-enrolled students and recent graduates (less than six months since graduation). Walk-ins are done on a first come, first served basis. For appointments with the career counselor for your major, see individual appointments. Examples of walk-in questions:
Walk-in Schedule
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