CSUF Career Center Workshop Calendar - Summer 2021

SUMMER 2021 WO R KS HO P CA L E ND AR

WORKSHOP LEARNING OUTCOMES Workshops hosted by the Career Center are purposeful. Gain more than just networking opportunities and Q&A sessions.

There are specific competency alignments and learning outcomes that will help you be Career Ready, which are listed at the beginning of each workshop category in this calendar.

CARE E R & SE L F -DE VE LOPM ENT

E QU IT Y & I NC L US I ON

Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one’s organization.

Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage and include people from different local and global cultures. Engage in anti-racist practices that actively challenge the systems, structures, and policies of racism.

CO M MU N I C ATION

PR O FE S S I O NAL I S M

Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

CR I TI CA L T HIN K ING

T EA M WOR K

Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.

LEADERSHIP

TECHNOLOGY

Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals.

Understand and leverage technologies ethically efficiencies, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.

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The Career Center wants to ensure that you will be ready to gain the knowledge and skills to help you navigate through your career options, discover your career passion and help you land a job or internship.

JUNIOR/SENIOR/ALUMNI WEEK

WORKSHOP SERIES

JUNE 7 - JUNE 28 GOT MY DEGREE - WHAT’S NEXT? FINDING AND MARKETING YOURSELF FOR YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY PERSONAL BRANDING & SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE JOB SEARCH WRITING A GREAT STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR GRAD SCHOOL JOB SEARCHING FROM HOME VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING: THEORY TO PRACTICE

This summer, we’re presenting workshops that are focused on students at every grade level.

Click on any workshop listed under a series to advance to the workshop details.

Once you’ve discovered workshops and events that you’d like to attend, select the CLICK TO RSVP buttons for each respective workshop or event.

FRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE/ TRANSFER WEEK JULY 12 - JULY 19 WELCOME TO THE CAREER CENTER FAMILY & VIRTUAL TOUR CAREER & MAJOR EXPLORATION HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE RESUME LAB MAXIMIZING YOUR TRANSFER EXPERIENCE WITH AN INTERNSHIP PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE FOR CSUF AND BEYOND: DOS AND DON'TS GRAD SCHOOL 101

WATCH PARTY (INTERACTIVE REPLAY) JUNE 21 - AUGUST 11 GOT MY DEGREE - WHAT’S NEXT? HOW TO FIND JOBS ON CAMPUS AND TITAN CONNECTION JOB SEARCHING FROM HOME WRITING A GREAT STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR GRAD SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE FOR CSUF AND BEYOND VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING: THEORY TO PRACTICE

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9WEDN ES DAY 10:00AM - 11:00AM

10:00AM - 11:00AM

GOT MY DEGREE-WHAT'S NEXT? So now that you graduated, what's your next step? How do you plan to find that job that leads to your career?

Learn how to kick start your career exploration process and understand virtual resources available to you through the Career Center's website.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY Learn about the career development process and be better able to identify weak areas in preparation, and take action to address them.

PERSONAL BRANDING & SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE JOB SEARCH Unsure of how to market yourself to employers in this digital world? Learn how to create a personal brand, seamlessly present yourself to employers online and utilize social media in the job search!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONALISM

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Increase knowledge about personal branding and how digital personal branding can elevate the job search.

Learn how to create an elevator pitch and present to employers in a professional manner online.

Learn how to use the Career Center’s online tools and other resources to implement and complete career action steps.

Learn various techniques to effectively use social media in the job search.

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3:00PM - 4:00PM

8T UES D AY

WRITING A GREAT STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR GRAD SCHOOL The application process to a graduate or professional program will require a statement of purpose, personal statement, or letter of intent. Learn the writing process and get a step-by-step guide of what to do/not to do!

11:00AM - 12:30PM

FINDING AND MARKETING YOURSELF FOR YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY Seeking an internship, part-time job, volunteer or leadership role? Join us to learn how to target, apply for, and market yourself for your next opportunity-from "square one" to "application sent"

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY Assess areas of professional growth and develop goals for future opportunities.

Identify strategies to find and apply to internships.

Understand the preparation steps needed for the interview process.

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COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

CRITICAL THINKING, COMMUNICATION

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Identify the preparation steps needed for the graduate school application process.

11FR IDAY 2:00PM - 3:00PM

VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING: THEORY TO PRACTICE Remote job search? Learn to jump into a Virtual Interview without missing a beat. We’ll practice interviewing to help you feel confident before your next interview!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

10THU RSDAY 11:00AM - 12:00PM

JOB SEARCHING FROM HOME Need to find a job but don't know where to start? Let us help you get started and find the job that you want!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNICATION Know the steps needed for the interview process.

Create an effective resume and cover letter.

Learn techniques to feel more confident in an interview.

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Understand the preparation steps needed for the interview process.

21M ONDAY

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

GOT MY DEGREE-WHAT'S NEXT? Interactive Replay Watch Party! Ask questions as you watch this workshop to learn how to kick start your career exploration process and understand virtual resources available to you through the Career Center's website.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY Learn about the career development process and be better able to identify weak areas in preparation, and take action to address them.

Learn how to use the Career Center’s online tools and other resources to implement and complete career action steps.

Understand the points to incorporate in a statement of purpose.

CLICK TO RSVP

CAREER MANAGEMENT

28M ONDAY

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12:00PM - 1:00PM

HOW TO FIND JOBS ON CAMPUS AND TITAN CONNECTION Discover the opportunities for On-Campus Jobs and opportunities listed on Titan Connection. Learn: How to create your account; Profile updates; Job Search methods; How to sign up for events; VMock and more.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNICATION, CAREER MANAGEMENT Learn techniques to feel more confident in interviews Identify strategies to find and apply to jobs Understand the steps needed to utilize Titan Connection CLICK TO RSVP

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7W EDN ESDAY 2:00PM - 3:00PM

JOB SEARCHING FROM HOME

LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNICATION Know the steps needed for the interview process.

Create an effective resume and cover letter.

Learn techniques to feel more confident in an interview.

12M ONDAY

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Congratulations and welcome to the Titan family. Join us for a fun and interactive virtual workshop and tour of the Career Center. Learn valuable resources and professional development activities through the Career Center.

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY Learn about the Career Center’s online tools and professional development activities.

Learn how to set up your Titan Connection account, look for jobs/internships, request an appointment with your Career Specialist.

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2:00PM - 3:00PM

CAREER & MAJOR EXPLORATION Unsure of your major or career path? Not to worry!

Please join us to explore how to connect your interests to various careers and majors.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Get real time, personalized support from career specialists to learn how to transform your high school resume to a college resume, and get feedback to make it great!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, PROFESSIONALISM Understand how to translate high school experiences onto a college resume.

Learn how to articulate your HS clubs/orgs and leadership experience on your college resume.

PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE FOR CSUF AND BEYOND: DOS AND DON'TS Gen Z is giving professionalism a new face—come learn the basics and “unwritten rules” of professional interactions and be ready to proceed confidently during your time at CSUF and beyond

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

PROFESSIONALISM Knowing work environments differ greatly.

Understand and demonstrate effective work habits Act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

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WELCOME TO THE CAREER CENTER FAMILY & VIRTUAL TOUR

LEARNING OUTCOMES

HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE RESUME LAB

11:30AM - 12:30PM

Put theory to practice by participating in the resume lab at the end.

10:00AM - 11:00AM

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

15W E DN E S D AY

2:00PM - 3:30PM

Need to find a job but don't know where to start? Let us help you get started and find the job that you want!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

13T UESD AY

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING Understand how to connect interests to a major and career path.

Learn how interests relate to major options.

Start the career exploration process by utilizing Holland's interest themes.

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14WE DN ESDAY 10:00AM - 11:00AM

MAXIMIZING YOUR TRANSFER EXPERIENCE WITH AN INTERNSHIP Welcome transfer students! Internships are a great way to gain experience in your field of interest and become career ready while you are still a student. Learn strategies to be successful in preparing for and landing a great internship opportunity.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

CAREER & SELF DEVELOPMENT, CRITICAL THINKING, TECHNOLOGY

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Identify strategies to find and secure internships related to career goals.

Understand the preparation steps needed and resources to use.

Assess areas of professional growth and develop internship goals.

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19M O ND AY 12:00PM - 1:30PM

GRAD SCHOOL 101 Representatives from Claremont Graduate University will share how you can find a graduate/professional program that is right for you and your particular career goals. Learn strategies and tips about the application process!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

CRITICAL THINKING, COMMUNICATION

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Identify the preparation steps needed for the graduate school application process.

Identify graduate school programs that will fit their career goals.

Understand the points to incorporate in a statement of purpose.

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11:00AM - 12:00PM

1:00PM - 2:00PM

WRITING A GREAT STATEMENT OF PURPOSE FOR GRAD SCHOOL Interactive Replay Watch Party! Ask questions as you watch this workshop to learn the application process to a graduate or professional program, which will require a statement of purpose, personal statement, or letter of intent. Learn the writing process and get a step-by-step guide of what to do/not to do!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT

CRITICAL THINKING, COMMUNICATION

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Identify the preparation steps needed for the graduate school application process.

Understand the points to incorporate in a statement of purpose.

CLICK TO RSVP

10T UES DAY 11:00AM - 12:00PM

PROFESSIONAL ETIQUETTE FOR CSUF AND BEYOND Interactive Replay Watch Party! Ask questions as you watch this workshop to learn how Gen Z is giving professionalism a new face—come learn the basics and “unwritten rules” of professional interactions and be ready to proceed confidently during your time at CSUF and beyond.

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

PROFESSIONALISM Knowing work environments differ greatly.

Understand and demonstrate effective work habits Act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

CLICK TO RSVP

VIRTUAL INTERVIEWING: THEORY TO PRACTICE Interactive Replay Watch Party! Ask questions as you watch this workshop to learn how to jump into a Virtual Interview without missing a beat. We’ll practice interviewing to help you feel confident before your next interview!

COMPETENCY ALIGNMENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAREER MANAGEMENT Understand the preparation steps needed for the interview process.

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VIRTUAL CAREER CENTER

TITAN CONNECTION TITAN CONNECTION is your one-stop shop to find a job, internship and other opportunities

With each passing year, the job market continues to be highly saturated and ultra-competitive. As a CSUF student, you can stay ahead by keeping your career opportunities at the forefront of your collegiate life using Titan Connection.

With ample listings of workshops and career fairs, a Titan Connection account can lead you to your future career.

The Career Center is dedicated to providing assistance to our students through a variety of virtual and online amenities. On this page and on the next page, you will find information, services, and tools to help you continue along your career development path.

CLICK TO VISIT THE VIRTUAL CAREER CENTER

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Full-Time and Part-Time Employment Internships (Academic & Paid) Volunteer/ Service-Learning Opportunities On-Campus Positions (Student Assistant, Research) Upload your resume(s) and cover letter(s) Create a resume via Titan Resume Builder Search for employers of your interest Register for events and workshops Take a Free Interest Assessment to find your career path

CLICK TO ACCESS TITAN CONNECTION

VMOCK RESUME REVIEW Your virtual resume assistant that analyzes your resume for instant feedback

CLICK HERE

CAREER GUIDE Review helpful information & resources on career exploration, job search & more

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RESUME BUILDER

TITAN PRO NETWORK

Create a career-ready resume with powerful integrated tools

Connect with Alumni, get advice, join communities & more.

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INTERVIEW STREAM Practice your interview skills 24/7 in an interactive session

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EUREKA Discover your career path, values, personality, interests & more

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FERGUSONS CAREER GUIDANCE Access a resource for career exploration and planning, take a free interest assessment

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ROADTRIP NATION Utilize Roadtrip Nation to help discover how your interests can be a rewarding career and plan to get started

CLICK HERE

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