Thank you for your interest in working with Career Exploration & Student Employment. We have regularly scheduled career development workshops that all students are welcome to attend. Please visit ourcalendarto view the upcoming programming provided by us or other campus partners.
As well, we also have specialized workshops available to meet many of your career development needs. Most workshops are about 60 minutes in length and can be done Monday-Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm; however, we are flexible to tailor to your group's specific needs. We ask for a guaranteed 20+ in attendance and will request student usernames to track for our metrics. You will be responsible for full marketing, but feel free to tag us on social media or through LiveWhale to share open presentations with our audience. For questions, please contact Rachel Gerber at rsgerber@iu.edu.
Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of career development? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In this workshop, you’ll learn more about how career services work at IU and how you can take full advantage of the resources that are available to you. Discover how career services can help you create a personalized action plan for your career journey, build your network, market your skills, and begin to stand out in the job market. Leave with the advantage of knowing where to access tools that will increase confidence in your career roadmap and how to gain skills and experiences to maximize opportunities. Whether you have a clear career path in mind or are still figuring it out, this workshop will help you gain confidence and get connected.
Do you wonder if you're on the right path? Career mapping can be a powerful tool to identify and clarify the pathway ahead. This session will offer an interactive creative experience using paper and markers for self-reflection to help you find patterns that can inform what matters most to you to help inform your career decisions.
Workshop on how to build experience & network like a champion & why it’s never too early to start. Includes opportunities that go beyond the typical “internship” experience—especially if you don’t have the time or aren’t ready for the commitment of a professional internship. Micro-internships, virtual work simulations, job shadowing and informational interviewing will all be discussed.
Your resume is more than just a document. It’s a powerful tool that can help you land your dream job and boost your income. But how do you write a resume that stands out from the crowd and showcases your value? In this workshop, you’ll learn the secrets of resume writing, including how to structure, design, and format your resume, how to highlight your skills and accomplishments, and how to use strong words and phrases that grab the attention of employers. Whether you need to start from scratch or polish up your existing resume, this workshop will help you create a resume that tells your story and sells your potential. Join us and unlock the power of your resume!
Learn how to highlight the valuable skills you have gained from your part-time work experience and make your resume stand out from the crowd through an interactive guided reflection workshop. Students can expect to walk away from this conversation with more awareness of the skills they have, an idea of what skills they might wish to further develop, an idea of expanded career options based on relevant skills, and overall increased employability—gain self-insight and GROW!
Master your interview skills and maximize your opportunities with this interactive professional skills workshop. You’ll learn the best job search strategies, what to do before your interview is scheduled, tips on how to answer the most common interview questions, and much more. Whether just starting your college experience or getting ready to enter the job market, this workshop will empower you with the knowledge and skills necessary to dazzle during your next interview for a summer job, internship, or preparing for your first full-time work experience.
This workshop not only dives into top skills that employers are looking for in candidates & how you can develop these to stand out among applicants, but also explores best tips on how YOU can interview potential places of employment including navigating identity disclosure, investigating company culture and how to bring your whole self to work.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a buzzword. It’s a powerful tool that can help you advance your career development and achieve your goals. But how do you use AI effectively and ethically to enhance your career journey? In this workshop, you’ll learn how AI can help you explore your interests, discover opportunities, develop skills, and connect with others. You’ll also learn how to navigate the ethical challenges and implications of using AI in your career decisions. Whether you’re new to AI or already familiar with it, this workshop will help you gain insights and confidence on how to use AI as a resource and an ally in your career success. Join us and learn how to harness the power of AI for your career development!
