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NWTC Career Services Overview

NWTC Career Services Overview. By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:. Understand the services offered through the NWTC Career Services office Navigate the Explore Careers website to look for jobs and find job search tips

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NWTC Career Services Overview

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  1. NWTC Career Services Overview

  2. By the end of this presentation, you will be able to: Understand the services offered through the NWTC Career Services office Navigate the Explore Careers website to look for jobs and find job search tips Register for WI TechConnect (www.wisconsintechconnect.com)

  3. NWTC Career Services offers free career search assistance to students, alumniand community job seekers. • Interest assessment tools • Classroom shadows • Resume and cover letter writing guidance • Interview coaching and practicing • Job Search Strategies including our on-line recruiting software – WI TechConnect • Career Fair preparation • Business etiquette advice • Networking Skills • Assistance with Internship opportunities

  4. A resume is your first chance to show an employer you are the best candidate. • Resumes can be submitted for review via email to careers@nwtc.edu or dropped off in the Career Center (SC235) • Approximately 1 week turnaround time for reviews An employer will spend less than 30 seconds reviewing your resume before deciding “yes” or “no”

  5. Mock Interviews are a great opportunity to become familiar with interview questions The mock interview will consist of a 45 minute one-on-one appointment The interview can be a generic interview or practice for a specific position Walk out the door with specific strategies to increase your interviewing confidence

  6. In addition to resumes and mock interviews, Career Services has all the tools necessary to help you find a job. Expand your job search- Online job posting boards (including WI TechConnect) only show about 25% of open jobs in the market We can help… Research companies/employers Develop a networking plan Review job search websites Research salary information

  7. Student Success Development Seriesand other workshops Ready Set Work! Tuesday October 16, 1012 11:30-12:30pm What to Expect from your Internship – Wednesday Nov 28, 2012 11:30-12:30pm Tools to Secure Employment – TBD Plus 50 Career Development – TBD Portfolio Development – TBD

  8. NEW! NWTC Career Network          Professional Networking          Job Search Assistance          Resume and Cover Letter Critique          Interview Skills          Top 10 Interview Questions          Using Social Media in your Job Search          Meet with Area HR Professionals          Find a Career, Not a Job          Personal Skills Assessment and Exploration Sessions are held every Monday starting September 17, 2012 from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM in room SC229.

  9. ACES(Adults on Course for Excellence and Success) • ACES Book Closet • Lunchtime Lessons • Jobs Blog • ACES Scholarship • Networking and Support

  10. www.NWTC.edu/careers

  11. Register online on our www.nwtc.edu/careers • Receive job notifications for your program via email • Opportunity to post your resume to be viewed by potential employers

  12. Career Fair • Held Annually in Spring • Career Fair – March 26, 2013 11am – 2 PM (Tuesday) • Employers onsite at NWTC seeking out our graduates • Last year’s Career Fair hosted over 90 employers! • Preparation sessions are held to help students gear up for the event

  13. Career Fair Prep • Fashion Show to showcase appropriate workplace apparel • Video presentations on Career Fair Prep • Career Fair 101 Presentation

  14. NWTC Career Services Student Center, Room SC235 careers@nwtc.edu 920-498-6250 www.nwtc.edu/careers

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