Meet virtually with alum from the Doctoral Alumni-in-Residence Program for a series of informational interviews. Learn more about a variety of career fields and the paths that alum took to get there. Doctoral-level alum working in non-profit, for-profit, education, and government sectors will be featured. The April 29 session will feature Daniel Belenky, PhD (education).
Learn more about Daniel Belenky at: https://www.doctoral.alumni.pitt.edu/people/daniel-belenky-phd
Meet virtually with alum from the Doctoral Alumni-in-Residence Program for a series of informational interviews. Learn more about a variety of career fields and the paths that alum took to get there. Doctoral-level alum working in non-profit, for-profit, education, and government sectors will be featured. Featuring Sarah Hansen, PhD (for-profit).
Learn more about Sarah Hansen at: https://www.doctoral.alumni.pitt.edu/people/sarah-hansen-phd
The career search process may feel like a rollercoaster, but understanding the big picture will help you navigate it successfully. For many facing an upcoming career transition, it’s natural to look at the vast landscape of career opportunities and worry about how to choose or prepare. Through discussion of each component of career exploration, participants will gain information and resources to strategize their next steps, no matter where they are in the overall process, and ultimately be successful by intentionally navigating the transition from their current role to their next.
Learning objectives:
Participants will gain perspective about the 10 components of career exploration and job searching including: self-assessment, networking, researching potential career paths and identifying potential jobs, identifying skill gaps to target for skill acquisition, conducting informational interviews, as well as preparing application materials and LinkedIn profile, excelling at interviews and negotiating job offers.
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A resume is often the determining factor in whether you are offered an interview.
During this webinar, you’ll learn effective strategies for developing a resume that clearly communicates your relevant skills and accomplishments to a prospective employer.
This webinar is the precursor to Part 2 (in-person workshop).
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