Career Connections - The Career Center - DePaul University

DEPAULCareer ConnectionsDePaul University Career Center quarterly newsletterFall 2006upcoming events ::Public Service Career &Internship ForumMonday, September 25Fall Job & Internship FairThursday, October 5Careers in ScienceThursday, October 12Career Changers ForumSaturday, November 4Sales, Marketing andCommunications Job &Internship FairTuesday, November 7More events on page 4Fall WorkshopSeries page 6-8The BottomLine: InterviewPreparation page 3campuslocationsLOOP OFFICEDePaul CenterSuite 95001 E. Jackson Blvd.(312) 362-8437(312)362-8565 faxLINCOLN PARKOFFICESchmitt Academic CenterRoom 1922320 N. Kenmore Ave.(773) 325-7431(773) 325-7432 faxSUBURBANCAMPUSESContact Donna Del Giudiceat (312) 362-5712 orddelgiud@depaul.edufor information on careerservices.Caught in the Web of On-lineNetworking: Can Your Online LifeCost You Your Dream Job?By Mallory LaPeruto and Waltrina Middleton, Peer Career AdvisorsOn-line social networking websites, such as MySpace and Facebook,have become a new way of linking teenagers and college studentsthrough technology while inspiring an innovative way of keepingin touch. Students use the sites to communicate with friends, findnew bands, and share pictures and journal entries that documenttheir social lives and private thoughts. What started off as a placein cyberspace that was known only by teens and young adults,however, has become so widely used that college and job recruitersare taking note.Social networking websites including MySpace, Friendster, andLiveJournal collectively have millions of users. Even college-centricsites like Facebook are accessed by the masses. For example, if youare a member of the DePaul network on Facebook, every student,alumnus, and employee of DePaul has access to your profile – that isthousands of people! Despite these user statistics, many studentsassume that their online activities are only viewed by friends orfellow students. They’re wrong.NBC5.com reports that 26 percent of recruiters in one surveyadmitted to eliminating candidates because of informationfound online. This revelation has some students changing theirprofiles. “I would not want an employer to see my profile due to[inappropriate] pictures and comments posted when partying. I willchange it when I start applying [for employment],” said one DePaulFinance undergraduate who declined to be named.“Should prospective employers be reading your personal information?”asks Alison Doyle, job searching expert on About.com. “Maybe not,but, if you put it on the internet and it’s readily accessible, they canand they might,” she notes.Learn more about On-Line Networking on page 2Relocating as aSuccessful JobSearch StrategyBy Ed Childs, Assistant Director/Advisor, Career CenterThe current job market nationwide isthe best it’s been in five years. Still, thereare certain industries in Chicago that canbe challenging to break into. Given therecent growth of students majoring inCommunication Arts, Digital Designand Multimedia, more graduatesinterested in creative industries arerelocating as a way to land a desirableposition. Research indicates thatrelocating, coupled with a well plannedstrategy and significant networking, canprovide graduates increased jobopportunities, quicker career advancementand challenging learning experiences.Learn about Relocating on page 2Avoid NegativeNetworking!Tips for building an effectiveprofessional networkBy Kelly Kardaras, Peer Career AdvisorNetworking can be a key element insecuring your dream career. However, thisstrategy is counterproductive for negativenetworkers – those whose overbearingtactics make others want to steer clearinstead of building a relationship.Learn more about Networking on page 3Career Connectionscareercenter.depaul.edu

On-Line Social Networking Sites continued from page 1service overviewSHARPEN CAREERKNOWLEDGE & SKILLSWorkshop SeriesImprove your career readiness throughmore than twenty different workshops.Career AdvisingWalk in and see a Peer CareerAdvisor or make an appointment tosee a Career Advisor who specializesin your major.One way to avoid exposing inappropriate informationto potential employers is to make your accountprivate, so that only those people you know or grantaccess to can view your information. Each website hasprivacy settings available that can help you protectyour personal information. Alternatively, you cansimply be careful about what you post online. “I postcomments and pictures knowing that they are therefor the public to view. With that in mind, I onlyexpose so much about my life,” says recent DePaulLA&S graduate C. Patterson.Some experts also recommend that students create apersonal web site or blog that highlights professionaland academic achievements and includes a resumeand/or portfolio of work. That way, if a prospectiveemployer Googles your name or otherwise searches forinformation about you online, they find a professionalrepresentation of your skills and abilities.Students may also consider actively seeking employersand business connections through networking sites.Some sites, such as LinkedIn.com, are designed tofacilitate business networking opportunities.LinkedIn.com allows members to post their field ofwork as well as their experience. Members can alsopost job openings and apply all on the same website,offering an efficient addition to traditional businessnetworking. The DePaul Career Center’s eRecruitingsystem also has a networking platform called“Experience Connections.” This platform allowsstudents to explore career possibilities, connect withindustry insiders and develop important professionalnetworking skills. To access Experience Connections,log into eRecruiting at depaul.eRecruiting.com andclick the “Experience” tab.Social and business networking sites, blogs, and personalweb sites are now part of most students’ everyday lives.If used correctly, these sites can act as a fun and usefulnetworking strategy. If used carelessly, these sites cancreate unexpected obstacles to career success. ⌖GAIN INTERNSHIP & WORKEXPERIENCEUniversity Internship andCo-op ProgramGet valuable work experience whileyou fulfill your Liberal StudiesExperiential Learning requirementthrough this internship program.Student EmploymentEarn a wage and gain career-relevantexperience through on-campus jobs,internships, or temporary project workthrough Student Temporary Services.BUILD YOUR NETWORKAlumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK)Connect with DePaul Alumnivolunteers who are working inyour field of interest through thismentoring and networking program.Career Networking EventsMeet and learn from workingprofessionals in your field of interestat these events, held throughout theacademic year.Company PresentationsMake contacts and learn aboutcompany cultures at organizationsthat recruit at DePaul.FIND WORKOn-Campus RecruitingApply with top companies online andinterview right here on campus.Job & Internship FairsConnect with hundreds of hiringemployers at multiple fairs throughoutthe academic year.Job & Internship ListingsSearch thousands of open positionsonline in eRecruiting.Online Resume BooksMake your resume available througheRecruiting so employers can findyou when seeking candidates whomatch specific criteria.Relocating as a Job Search Strategy continued from page 1Kim Berg graduated from DePaul in 2005 with aBachelor of Arts in Communication and a minor inMusic Business. After working for a year at theChicago concert venue, Metro, and obtaining oncampusexperience by organizing FEST, she landed aposition in Music Marketing for Nike in Los Angeles.When asked how relocating would benefit her career,she said “by moving from Chicago to Los Angeles towork in the music industry, I am placing myself in theheart of the entertainment business. Working in theregion of the country with the highest volume of[entertainment] business, I am more prone to makecontacts within my field. Networking with experiencedprofessionals is an instrumental tool for success in thisfield.” Berg, currently in the process of moving,encourages job-seekers to “research the area thoroughlybefore moving to make sure that it will be a good fitfor you professionally and personally.” Moreover, shenotes that the long distance interview process “can bevery fast or very slow. Be prepared with as muchinformation as possible in the event that you are askedto make a decision and move unexpectedly.”Rosemary Simon graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor ofArts in English and internship experience in editingand film production. She moved to New York City andobtained externship positions with NYC TV and alocal record label. Simon decided to move to increaseher networking opportunities. “As a commuter student(at DePaul), I felt like I lacked some sort of crucialsocial infrastructure to “network” – and I knew thatNew York was concentrated with other intelligent,hardworking people who could help me get involvedin the two industries I was ultimately interested in –music and publishing.”Krissy Seberhagen graduated in 2003 with a degreein Psychology and relocated to San Diego, California.Saberhagen obtained a position in the advertisingindustry, and positioned her extracurricular experience insoccer to specialize her career. “My experience playingDivision 1 soccer for DePaul certainly influenced myhiring manager. (W)ithin months on the job I acquiredall of the professional sports team accounts including theSan Diego Chargers, San Diego Padres, and the BuickInvitational Golf Tournament.” Her combination ofeducation and soccer experience has given Krissy a“candid understanding behind the marketing objectivesof the sports teams’ advertising goals and what solutionis needed to generate a strong response.”Relocation is not for everyone and may not be necessaryfor the majority of DePaul students. Saberhagensuggests that relocation is ideal for those with limitedcommitments and those who enjoy new experiences.“There is no better time to relocate than when yougraduate college because you are still so young. Whathave you go to lose? Step outside of your comfort zoneand be challenged by the unfamiliar. It’s so exciting!Relocating teaches you how to be self-sufficient in away that does not occur at home.”THINKING ABOUT RELOCATING?Before you do, consider these steps:• Set up a meeting with a Career Advisor to discussthe pluses and minuses of relocation.• Research opportunities in eRecruiting. Creativeindustry internships are increasingly available.• Conduct national job research and utilize salarycalculators to determine cost of living comparisons.• Network with alumni in the area using the AlumniSharing Knowledge (ASK) program.• Attend local or regional conferences in your field/industry and visit the local chamber of commerce.• Contact area college and university career centersregarding their reciprocity policy.• Visit the area for at least a few days. ⌖Career Connectionsfall 2006 page 2

The Bottom Line:Interview PreparationCompanies, including on-campus departments and supervisors,increasingly report that candidates are unprepared when theyarrive for an interview. This makes candidates less likely to getthe job offer. How prepared are you to begin interviewing?Sarah Schneider, DePaul’s On-Campus Interviewing Manager,shares tips to help you make a positive impression during theinterview process.Avoid NegativeNetworking continued from page 1The main objective of networking is to leave your contacts with apositive professional impression of yourself. In order to cultivate aconstructive networking relationship with someone, follow these tips:➾ Research your target audience before networking with them.Being well informed and asking thoughtful questions will leavea positive and lasting impression on the professionals you meet.➾ Network in an efficient manner. Be able to introduce yourselfand state your interest in networking with a person in less thanthree minutes.➾ Collect business cards from new contacts. Write the date you metand any other pertinent details, such as what you discussed, onthe back of the card. This will make it easier to remember yourconversation and help you follow-up.➾ Know that there is a right time and place for networking. Donot annoy a professional contact by approaching him or her atan inconvenient or inappropriate time or place, such as a privatefunction or when they’re in the middle of a conversation.➾ Remember, positive networking is a process rather than a onetimeevent. Never ask for a position or favor the first time youmeet with someone. Rather, view networking as an opportunityto learn from and build lasting relationships with like-mindedprofessionals.➾ Send thank you notes or letters. Anyone who has spent timetalking with you about their career or yours deserves a gestureof appreciation.By following these suggestions, you will be able to maintain a levelof assertiveness and confidence, while avoiding being perceived asaggressive and pushy.Looking for networking opportunities? Turn to pages 4-5 for a list of the 2006-2007 Career Networking Events.⌖BEFORE YOUR INTERVIEW1. Review your resume. Before you begin applying, visit a CareerAdvisor to review your resume and decide what companies,positions and fields you want to target.2. Do your research. Know about the position you’re interviewingfor and what the company does. Be sure to research the companywebsite, or if it’s an on-campus job or internship, the departmentor office’s website.3. Do informational interviews and network. Once you knowthe types of positions you’re looking for, take advantage ofnetworking opportunities, such as the Career Center’snetworking events, alumni volunteer mentors, and friends andfamily who can give you insight and information about yourareas of interest.4. Practice interviewing. Being a successful interviewee takespractice. Most companies rely on behavioral interviewing andtechnical interviewing.To learn how to effectively articulate your experiences and skills,attend a Career Center workshop such as Interviewing Skills.You can also practice online using the Career Center’s newPerfect Interview tool, found at careercenter.depaul.edu. PerfectInterview creates a “simulated interview” experience where youare asked challenging questions and must respond, just as youwould in a real job interview. Finally, practice face-to-face in apractice interview session with an Alumni Sharing Knowledge(ASK) mentor.5. Review your contact information. Make sure the email addressand the voice mail on the phone number you provide on yourresume are professional. Additionally, make sure your MySpace,Facebook or other social networking pages, web sites and blogsdisplay professional material. There is increasing evidence thatemployers check social networking sites or Google candidatesprior to making a hiring decision.6. Bring questions to ask the interviewers. Come prepared witha list of questions you’d like to discuss about the availableposition, including job responsibilities and the manager’s orcompany’s expectations for a new employee.THE DAY OF THE INTERVIEW7. Dress professionally. Wear a suit and be ready to meet withinterviewers. Make sure your cell phone is turned off or on silent.8. Arrive on time and bring extra copies of your resume.9. Show enthusiasm. Companies like candidates that seeminterested in working at and growing with their organization.10. During the interview, speak clearly and make good eye contact.Shake hands firmly and thank your interviewer at the end.FOLLOW-UP11. Ask when you can expect to hear back from a companyand then follow up. Send thank you notes to everyone whointerviewed you. Both email and handwritten notes areacceptable. Be sure to ask for business cards at the interviewto ensure you have the correct contact information.To learn more tips on how to be successful in your full-time or part-time jobor internship search, contact the Career Center at (312) 362-8437 or go towww.careercenter.depaul.edu.⌖fall 2006 Career Connections page 3

suburban careerservicesCareer services includingadvising, practice interviews andnetworking events are speciallydesigned for DePaul’s suburbanstudents. Please also check theevent listings on pages 4-8 forofferings at your campus.A Career Center advisor willbe available on the followingdates for individual advising.Contact the Loop Career Centerat (312) 362-8437 to make asuburban advising appointmentO'HARE CAMPUSWednesday, September 2711:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Monday, October 2311:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.NAPERVILLE CAMPUSThursday, October 1211:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Tuesday, November 1411:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.ROLLING MEADOWSCAMPUSMonday, October 1611:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.upcoming events ::Job & InternshipFairsFALL QUARTERFALL JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRThursday, October 5, 200612:00 - 4:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Campus Student CenterOpen only to DePaul Students and AlumniDon’t miss this opportunity to interact with topemployers recruiting for jobs and internships!Recruiters from a wide variety of industries will beseeking qualified job candidates of all majors andexperience levels at this event.SALES, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONSJOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRTuesday, November 7, 200612:00 - 4:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Campus Student CenterOpen only to DePaul Students and AlumniExplore a career in sales, marketing or communicationsat this new job and internship fair. Students and alumniof all experience levels are encouraged to attend.WINTER QUARTERWINTER JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRThursday, February 22, 200712:00 - 4:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Campus Student CenterOpen only to DePaul Students and AlumniDon’t miss this opportunity to interact with topemployers recruiting for jobs and internships!Recruiters from a wide variety of industries will beseeking qualified job candidates of all majors andexperience levels at this event.SPRING QUARTEREDUCATION JOB FAIRTuesday, April 3, 200712:00 - 4:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Campus Student CenterOpen only to Students and Alumni of DePaul University’sSchool of EducationThis fair is designed for students and alumni eligibleto teach by Fall 2007. Employers will be hiring forcurrent and future positions that require certification.Schools and districts from the Chicago area will beseeking entry level and experienced teachers for avariety of positions.DEPAUL UNIVERSITY AND IDEALIST.ORGNOT-FOR-PROFIT JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRTuesday, May 15, 200712:00 - 4:00 p.m.Lincoln Park Student CenterDePaul University will once again team with Idealist.orgto present this annual event. Employers in thenonprofit sector will be seeking full-time employees,interns and volunteers for various positions. The eventwill also feature workshops about this exciting sector.Prepare for the FairJOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR ROUNDTABLESFALL ROUNDTABLEThursday, September 28, 20065:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Richardson 400SALES, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONSROUNDTABLEWednesday, November 1, 20064:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.Lincoln Park CampusMeet with alumni HR professionals and recruiters toprepare for your next job and internship fair. Practiceyour 30-second introduction and share your resume forsuggestions on areas to highlight when meeting withrecruiters. Can’t make the roundtable? Attend a job fairworkshop or visit the ASK Oasis during the fair.On-CampusInterviewingFALL RECRUITING SEASONSeptember 18 - November 10, 2006ON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWSFall is the busiest recruiting time for employers, withmany hiring for full-time post-graduate positions andfull-time internships to begin in Summer 2007. Toview the employers that will be interviewing onDePaul’s campuses this quarter, and to apply foropenings, log-in to http://depaul.erecruiting.com andclick on Jobs & Internships>Job & Internship Search inthe top navigation bar. From there, select ‘Jobs withInterview Schedules’ under 1-click searches to view andapply for positions.COMPANY PRESENTATIONSMeet and network with recruiters and learn about theirorganization, its culture and employment opportunities.To view the companies hosting presentations oncampus, please visit http://depaul.erecruiting.com.Once logged in, click on Calendar>Calendar Search inthe top navigation bar. From there, select ‘CompanyPresentations’ under ‘By Event Type’.Special EventsOPTIONS STRATEGIES FOR STOCKINVESTORSTuesday, November 7, 20066:00 - 9:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University Center, Lake Room,Loop Campus; Presented by Jim Bittman, ChicagoBoard Options Exchange.Sponsored by Options Clearing Corporation and OptionsIndustry Council.Learn options fundamentals and how to choose anoptions strategy in light of market expectations andvolatility forecasts using real market data.This seminar covers:• Options terminology and mechanics• Buying calls and puts• Buying protective puts and selling covered calls• Options symbology• Introduction to Long-Term Equity AnticiPationSecurities ® (LEAPS ® )Career Connectionsfall 2006 page 4➾ Register for all events through eRecruiting at http://depaul.eRecruiting.com.

Career NetworkingEventsR = Bring your resume! Industry recruiters andhiring organizations will also be in attendance atthis event.FALL QUARTERPUBLIC SERVICES CAREER &INTERNSHIP FORUMMonday, September 25, 20065:00 - 7:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University CenterLake Room, Loop CampusMeet and learn from professionals in public serviceorganizations. Panelists will describe theirorganizations, the positions they hold, and whatcharacteristics are typically sought in candidatesfor these positions. Take advantage of thisopportunity to network one-on-one with publicservice professionals following a brief panel.CAREERS IN SCIENCE RThursday, October 12, 20064:00 - 6:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusLearn about career opportunities and trends,and meet employers recruiting in industriessuch as medicine, allied health professions andenvironmental/biological/physical sciences.Representatives typically have backgroundsworking in laboratories, hospitals, businesses andmore. This event is ideal for students majoring inbiology, chemistry and other natural sciences.CAREERS IN MARKETING & SALESWednesday, October 25, 20065:00 - 7:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University CenterLake Room, Loop CampusJoin successful marketing and sales professionals,faculty and alumni as they share their careerinsights and work experiences. This careernetworking forum is designed to guide studentsand alumni who wish to enter, and/or advance inmarketing and/or sales careers. Get advice fromsuccessful professionals who can help manageyour career to be successful in today’s agencies,corporations, not-for-profit and small businessorganizations.CAREER CHANGERS FORUMSaturday, November 4, 200612:00 - 4:00 p.m.3166 South River Road, O’Hare CampusThis half-day forum is designed for individualscontemplating a career change or those already inthe midst of a professional transition. A panel ofsuccessful career changers will discuss the processof changing careers and the strategies necessary tohelp effectively transition. In addition to thediscussion, the Forum will include networkingopportunities and career workshops.WINTER QUARTERCAREERS IN TECHNOLOGY RTuesday, January 16, 20075:00 - 7:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University CenterLake Room, Loop CampusLearn to effectively market yourself in acompetitive job market. Entry-level to executivelevelprofessionals will share their careerexperiences and provide helpful tips andresources on how to manage your career.Panelists, including DePaul alumni, are from awide range of industries and IT fields and areeager to network with students and alumni.CAREERS IN HUMAN &SOCIAL SERVICES RWednesday, January 31, 20074:00 - 6:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusProfessionals in advising, counseling, health care,human services and social work will discuss theirexperiences, the education needed for certainpositions and the challenges and rewards inworking in various roles. Panelists from the notfor-profitenvironment will participate.CAREERS IN EDUCATION RThursday, February 15, 20075:00 - 7:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusA panel of speakers working in a variety ofpositions within the field of education willdiscuss their career experiences. They will alsobe available for one-on-one networking and toanswer your questions about careers in education.FUTURES IN FINANCEThursday, March 1, 20075:00 - 7:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University CenterLake Room, Loop CampusDon’t miss this annual event that bringstogether more than 100 Finance students,alumni and faculty from the College ofCommerce. Learn how Finance professionalsentered the field and created successful careers.Meet and network with professionals in corporatefinance, banking, investments and real estate.CAREERS IN MANAGEMENT &HUMAN RESOURCESThursday, March 8, 20075:00 - 7:00 p.m.525 South State Street, University CenterLake Room, Loop CampusMeet and network with management and humanresources professionals with expertise in projectmanagement, recruiting, compensation andbenefits, operations management, training,organizational development, leadershipdevelopment and consulting. Professionals willrepresent a cross-section of industries andorganizations.SPRING QUARTERCAREER CHANGERS FORUMWednesday, April 11, 20075:00 - 7:00 p.m.Loop Campus, DePaul Center, North Café, 11th FloorThis forum is designed for individualscontemplating a career change or those already inthe midst of a transition in their professional lives.A panel of successful career changers will discussthe process of changing careers and the strategiesnecessary to help you effectively transition.CAREERS IN PUBLIC RELATIONS& ADVERTISINGWednesday, April 18, 20075:30 - 7:30 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusJoin successful advertising and public relationsprofessionals, faculty and alumni as they shareindustry insights and work experiences. Learnabout trends and technologies that are impactingadvertising and PR professionals. Receive tips andnetworking opportunities to help you manageyour career to be successful in today’s agencies,corporations, non-profits and small businesses.CAREER FORUM FORINTERNATIONAL STUDENTSWednesday, April 25, 20072:00 - 4:00 p.m.Loop CampusThis event will provide international studentswith an opportunity to learn the essentials of theH1B hiring process from the student, legal andemployer perspectives. This panel is a greatchance to learn from the experience of others andto have employment questions answered.CAREER FORUM FOR LIBERALARTS & SCIENCESTuesday, May 8, 20074:00 - 6:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusThis forum is designed specifically for studentswho are undecided in their majors or unsure ofwhat professional opportunities exist for LA&Smajors. DePaul graduates and other professionalswith LA&S backgrounds will identify connectionsbetween majors and careers in law and politics,science and research, entertainment, and writing.A networking reception for attendees andpanelists will follow the event.MULTIMEDIA PORTFOLIO SHOWCASEWednesday, May 23, 20071:00 - 4:00 p.m.Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park CampusParticipate in the Showcase, and have yourportfolio or creative work reviewed by full-timecreative professionals. Students majoring in Art,Graphic Design, Digital Cinema, ComputerGame Development, Computer Graphics andAnimation and Human Computer Interactionshould attend this event. Various forms of mediaincluding: video, web design, photography, music,advertising, art, journalism, game reels, stills andgraphic design will be showcased by students.fall 2006 Career Connections page 5

NEW! Financial planning workshops offered by the Financial Fitness Program!fall 2006workshop seriesINTRODUCTION TO MONEYMANAGEMENTLearning to manage your money is animportant life skill necessary for asuccessful future. Topics covered willinclude the basics of banking, steps todevelop a budget and how to avoidexcessive debt.Thursday, September 212:00 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, October 42:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, October 2612:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 11013CREDIT CARD BASICSThere are benefits and pitfalls of creditusage that every college student shouldknow. Learn how to read your creditreport and the steps necessary to builda “good” credit score. Other topicsinclude managing existing credit carddebt and repairing a “bad” credit score.Thursday, September 284:00 - 5:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 1012:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 11013Tuesday, November 144:00 - 5:00 p.m. Richardson 400ADVANCED MONEYMANAGEMENTIf you have a solid grasp on budgeting,saving, and minimizing debt, then youare ready for the next step. In thisworkshop, information on investingbasics will be provided to equip youwith the knowledge necessary forbuilding wealth.Wednesday, October 182:00 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 812:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 11013WORKSHOPCALENDAR ANDREGISTRATIONAttendance at theseevents are FREE, howeverpre-registration is requiredfor all workshops, practiceinterviews and orientationsthrough eRecruiting. Pleasevisit depaul.eRecruiting.comto view the eRecruitingcalendar and register forworkshops and events.Workshops are listed inalphabetical order.WORKSHOPLOCATION KEYDPC =DePaul CenterOne E. Jackson BoulevardLoop CampusMunroe =Munroe Hall2312 N. Clifton AvenueLincoln Park CampusRichardson =John T. Richardson Library2350 N. Kenmore AvenueLincoln Park CampusSAC =Schmitt Academic Center2320 N. Kenmore AvenueLincoln Park CampusStudent Center =Student Center2250 N. Sheffield AvenueLincoln Park CampusNote: A number listed after thelocation key indicates the room orsuite number.workshopsADVANCED INTERVIEWINGSKILLSRefresh your interviewing skills and learnhow to prepare for advanced interviewingtechniques including critical behavioral,panel and case interviews.Best suited for working professionals, adultand graduate students.Tuesday, September 125:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 1812:00 - 1:30 p.m. Richardson 300ADVANCED RESUMES ANDCOVER LETTERSThis workshop is ideal for someone whohas already written a resume and islooking to enhance or change the contentor structure. Please bring a draft of yourresume to the workshop.Best suited for working professionals, adultand graduate students.Wednesday, October 115:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500HOW TO BUILD A PORTFOLIOA professional portfolio provides you witha tremendous resource for showcasing yourwork skills and experiences to an employer.At this workshop, you’ll learn how toconceptualize and compile an effectiveportfolio. You’ll be introduced to basiccomponents and receive guidance onpopular methods for organizing a portfolio.Wednesday, September 271:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, October 175:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 15:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500HOW TO BUILD A TEACHINGPORTFOLIONote: This workshop is open to students andalumni in DePaul’s School of Education only.This workshop will help you understandhow to build a teaching portfolio thatprovides clear evidence of your knowledgeand skills related to teaching. You’ll learnabout the recommended documents andartifacts to include in your teachingportfolio as well as ways to structure andorganize the information.Tuesday, October 105:00 - 6:30 p.m. SAC 359Thursday, November 94:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 400HOW TO FIND AN INTERNSHIPThis workshop will help you prepare foran internship search by sharing successfulsearch strategies. You will also learn aboutthe University Internship Program (UIP),as well as meet the UIP Orientationrequirement.Thursday, September 283:00 - 4:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 32:30 - 4:00 p.m. Richardson 400Thursday, October 1912:00 - 1:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, November 83:00 - 4:30 p.m. DPC 9500HOW TO FIND ON-CAMPUSEMPLOYMENTInterested in finding a job on-campus,but not really sure where to start? Thisworkshop will guide you through theon-campus job search process, answerquestions about work study, and informyou what DePaul supervisors expect fromapplicants.Wednesday, September 612:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 95002:00 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Friday, September 812:00 - 1:00 p.m. Richardson 4002:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, September 1112:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, September 1212:00 - 1:00 p.m. Richardson 4002:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, September 1312:00 - 1:00 p.m. Richardson 400Friday, September 1511:00 - 12:00 p.m. DPC 95001:00 - 2:00 p.m. Richardson 400Monday, September 184:00 - 5:00 p.m. Richardson 400Monday, November 1311:00 - 12:00 p.m. DPC 95001:00 - 2:00 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, November 141:00 - 2:00 p.m. Richardson 4003:00 - 4:00 p.m. DPC 9500HOW TO PREPARE FORGRADUATE SCHOOLDesigned for students who arecontemplating applying to graduateschool, this workshop will help youidentify programs and universities thatare right for you. Learn about theapplication process and the resourcesavailable to help you choose a school.Tuesday, September 195:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400HOW TO WORK A JOB &INTERNSHIP FAIRDePaul’s Career Center hosts multipleJob & Internship Fairs throughout theacademic year. This workshop helps youmaximize the Fair as an opportunity toshowcase your skills and abilities in anactive job searching forum.Monday, October 21:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, October 35:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, November 21:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, November 65:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400INTERVIEWING SKILLSLearn how to prepare for the interviewingand post-interview follow-up process. Youwill be introduced to the various types ofinterviews, including behavioralinterviewing.Wednesday, September 2012:00 - 1:30 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 165:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 235:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400Thursday, November 91:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Career Connectionsfall 2006 page 6

INTERVIEWING SKILLS FOR TEACHERSNote: This workshop is open to students and alumni inDePaul’s School of Education only.Learn about common questions asked in teachinginterviews and effective strategies for responding tothe questions. Additionally, you’ll develop a followupplan to use after your interview.Thursday, September 144:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 300Tuesday, October 175:00 - 6:30 p.m. Student Center 220INTRODUCTION TO CAREER CENTERSERVICESThis workshop teaches students and alumni tobetter understand and utilize Career Centerservices, including DePaul’s web-based systemeRecruiting, On-Campus Recruiting (OCR), Job &Internship Listings, Career Mentors, Workshop andEvent Registration and much more.Please go to eRecruiting for the dates, timesand locations for this workshop –http://depaul.eRecruiting.comINTRODUCTION TO RESUMES ANDCOVER LETTERSLearn how to present your accomplishments andskills with persuasive cover letters, effectiveresumes and appropriate follow-up correspondence.Please go to eRecruiting for the dates, timesand locations for this workshop –http://depaul.eRecruiting.comJOB SEARCH STRATEGIESLearn how to identify effective job search strategies.Get an overview of a multitude of job search tacticsand begin the process of selecting the strategiesthat make the most sense for you. Learn how tomaximize the numerous job search resourcesavailable at DePaul and beyond.Monday, September 111:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 300Monday, November 65:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES FOR TEACHERSNote: This workshop is open to students and alumni inDePaul’s School of Education only.This workshop will provide you with valuableinformation about how to find a teaching job. Notonly will you find out where and when to look forteaching vacancies, but you’ll learn about the mosteffective job search strategies for teachers.Tuesday, September 264:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 300Thursday, November 75:30 - 7:00 p.m. Student Center 316MAKING CONNECTIONS: FINDING ACAREER MENTORLooking for real-world answers to questions about aparticular job or industry? Want to connect withsomeone in the field? Discover the Alumni SharingKnowledge (ASK) Volunteer Network. Learn howto connect with DePaul alumni for career-relatedguidance and expertise. Start building yourprofessional network now.Wednesday, September 202:00 - 3:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 112:00 - 3:30 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, October 173:00 - 4:30 p.m. DPC 9500MANAGING CAREER TRANSITIONSExperienced professionals who are considering oralready involved in the process of changing careerswill benefit from this workshop. Learn how todevelop a change plan by identifying the careerdevelopment components you most need to work on.Thursday, September 145:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 245:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR (MBTI)The MBTI is used to assist individuals inidentifying their personality strengths, preferredwork environments, communication styles andcareer possibilities. You will complete aquestionnaire and receive feedback, including a listof career fields toward which people with yourMBTI type tend to gravitate.Tuesday, September 121:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 300Thursday, September 285:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 165:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 11:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, November 81:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400NEGOTIATION SKILLSDetermine the best techniques and practicesto negotiate your compensation package. Thisworkshop will include a discussion on salary andbenefits negotiation and offer advice on how tohandle salary requests and multiple offers.Tuesday, September 262:30 - 4:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, October 195:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, November 25:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 300NETWORKING SKILLSDeveloping a strong professional network hasbecome an increasingly important and powerfulstrategy used by effective job seekers in all fields.Learn how to maximize your networkingopportunities and build a set of contacts.Consider taking this workshop before attending aCareer Center networking event.Thursday, September 215:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 105:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400Monday, October 235:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500PRACTICE INTERVIEWSThe Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) VolunteerNetwork gives you the opportunity to enhance yourinterviewing skills by meeting with an ASK Volunteer.During the one-on-one session, you will participatein a mock interview and receive helpful tips andfeedback. Practice interviews are offered all quarterand posted on http://depaul.eRecruiting.com,keyword search “practice interviews”. Contact ASKat (312) 362-8281 or ask@depaul.edu withquestions or scheduling concerns.RESUMES AND COVER LETTERSFOR TEACHERSNote: This workshop is open to students and alumni inDePaul’s School of Education only.Learn how to write a powerful resume thathighlights your skills and accomplishments andpromotes you as a strong candidate for a teachingor student teaching position. Find out how to crafta persuasive cover letter that convinces schooladministrators of your qualifications for andinterest in a particular teaching position.Tuesday, October 314:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 400Thursday, November 165:00 - 6:30 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 295:30 - 7:00 p.m. Richardson 400SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTSSkills are the currency of the job market; you get apaycheck in exchange for the skills you use in yourjob. In this workshop, you’ll assess your skills,determine which ones you want to acquire orfurther develop, and identify ways to do so. You’llalso learn how to clearly articulate your skill set andprovide solid examples of those skills in practice.Monday, September 181:30 - 3:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 85:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500STRONG INTEREST EXPLORERThis workshop is ideal for students who areundecided about a college major and/or for thoseconsidering exploring new career directions. Takean inventory that measures your level of interestin broad categories and helps you see how yourinterests relate to different occupational fields andcollege majors.Monday, September 113:30 - 5:00 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, October 311:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500WORK VALUESYour work values play a very important role indetermining what kind of work you find fulfilling.This workshop will help you increase yourunderstanding of how work values motivate you,influence your career decisions, and impact yourjob satisfaction.Wednesday, September 133:30 - 5:00 p.m. Richardson 400Monday, October 305:30 - 7:00 p.m. DPC 9500fall 2006 Career Connections page 7

editorialinformationCAREERCONNECTIONSis published quarterlyby the Career Center atDePaul University. It isintended as a careerplanning resource forall DePaul studentsand alumni, and is alsoavailable in downloadableformat a careercenter.depaul.edu.EDITORAmanda Powers(312) 362-8664apowers@depaul.eduTo inquire about receivingbulk supplies of CareerConnections for studentorganizations or on-campusoffices, contact the editor.programorientationsCOMMUNICATION INTERNSHIPPROGRAM WORKSHOPThe Department of Communicationsponsors an internship program forjuniors and seniors majoring or minoringin communication. To participate,students must attend this workshop in itsentirety before completing the applicationprocedure. To register, contact ProfessorKaren Roloff at (773) 325-7586.Wednesday, October 43:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, October 253:00 - 5:30 p.m. Richardson 400COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONINFORMATION SESSIONCooperative Education (co-op) allowsundergraduates to gain real-worldexperience and earn income year-round.Co-op positions with major employers arepart-time, typically lasting one or moreyears in duration. To be considered forany current or future co-op positions, youmust attend one of these sessions.Thursday, September 74:00 - 5:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, September 1310:00 - 11:00 a.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, September 192:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 23:00 - 4:00 p.m. DPC 9500Friday, October 1311:00 - 12:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 244:00 - 5:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, November 812:00 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, November 283:00 - 4:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, December 42:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, December 144:00 - 5:00 p.m. DPC 9500ON CAMPUS INTERVIEWING (OCI)ORIENTATIONThe OCI orientation is a prerequisite toparticipating in the OCI. The orientationwill make you aware of the policies forparticipation in the OCI Program andprovide tips for successful interviewing.Thursday, September 212:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Friday, September 2212:00 - 12:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, September 263:00 - 3:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, September 2712:30 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, September 285:15 - 5:45 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 212:00 - 12:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 310:30 - 11:00 a.m. DPC 9500Friday, October 61:00 - 1:30 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 95:15 - 5:45 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 112:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Friday, October 1310:30 - 11:00 a.m. Munroe 114Monday, October 1612:30 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 1810:30 - 11:00 a.m. Richardson 300Friday, October 201:30 - 2:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 245:15 - 5:45 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 2512:00 - 12:30 p.m. DPC 9500Friday, October 2711:00 - 11:30 a.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 302:00 - 2:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, November 112:30 - 1:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, November 611:00 - 11:30 a.m. DPC 9500Thursday, November 91:30 - 2:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, November 143:00 - 3:30 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, December 411:30 - 12:00 p.m. DPC 9500ON CAMPUS INTERVIEWING (OCI)ORIENTATION “SUPER SESSIONS”Super Sessions include the mandatory OCIOrientation information and feature anactual campus recruiter. The recruiter willhighlight the do’s and don’ts of on-campusinterviewing and provide tips on howstudents can effectively market themselvesthroughout the interview process.Wednesday, October 43:00 - 4:00 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, October 1211:00 - 12:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, October 172:00 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500UNIVERSITY INTERNSHIPPROGRAM (UIP) ORIENTATIONThis is a prerequisite workshop for UIP andmust be completed to earn ExperientialLearning credit. The UIP Orientationprovides you with the information youneed to successfully enroll in ISP 250 andcomplete the Liberal Studies ExperientialLearning Requirement.Friday, September 110:00 - 11:30 a.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, September 52:00 - 3:30 p.m. Richardson 400Tuesday, September 64:00 - 5:30 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, September 72:30 - 4:00 p.m. Richardson 400Friday, September 81:00 - 2:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, October 111:30 - 3:00 p.m. DPC 9500Monday, October 3010:30 - 12:00 p.m. Richardson 400Thursday, November 210:30 - 12:00 p.m. Richardson 400Monday, November 63:30 - 5:00 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, November 1411:00 - 12:30 p.m. Student Center 312Thursday, November 161:00 - 2:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, November 212:00 - 3:30 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, November 2910:00 - 11:30 a.m. DPC 9500Monday, December 410:00 - 11:30 a.m. Richardson 400Thursday, December 73:00 - 4:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, December 122:30 - 4:00 p.m. Richardson 400Friday, December 1512:00 - 1:30 p.m. DPC 9500Wednesday, December 202:00 - 3:30 p.m. DPC 9500Tuesday, January 210:30 - 12:00 p.m. Richardson 400Wednesday, January 33:00 - 4:30 p.m. DPC 9500Thursday, January 45:00 - 6:30 p.m. Richardson 400Friday, January 512:00 - 1:30 p.m. DPC 9500careercenter.depaul.eduCareer Connectionsfall 2006 page 8206366