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Job Outlook for 2012College GradsBy Colette McLaughlin, ASK Volunteer Coordinator Intern

With constant, sometimes conflicting, reports about the state of thejob market, its natural to worry about life after college. If youre agraduating student or a recent alumnus still on the job hunt, dontpanic! Signs indicate that the job outlook is brightening for youngerworkers. Employers plan to slowly grow their companies, includinghiring more interns and adding entry-level talent to their teams.

According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers(NACE), employers expect to hire 9.5% more new college graduatesthan they did in 2010-2011. Younger workers overall are seeingmore opportunity. Jobs for 25-to-34-year-olds increased by 116,000to 30.5 million in February 2012, the U.S. Department of Laborreported. The unemployment rate for the same group dropped from9% in January to 8.7%, the lowest since January 2009.

Employers value the fresh perspective and skill set that youngerworkers bring to the table. Many companies that participated inNACEs survey stated that their organizations are too top heavy. Inaddition to increasing hiring due to company expansion and businessgrowth, employers are also looking to replace a retiring workforce,and gain younger talent. Additionally, many employers plan onhiring more interns this year - 8% more than last year. Averageintern pay is projected to be around $16 per hour.

Majors in DemandSimilar to previous years, there is a high demand for finance andaccounting majors. The top seven bachelors degrees in demand arebusiness, engineering, computer sciences, sciences, liberal arts,communications, agriculture & natural resources.

At DePaul, the industries showing the largest growth in jobpostings in DePaul.Experience from 2010 to 2011 areengineering/science/environment, professional services, healthcare/social & human services, academic/education and accounting/finance/banking.

How You Can Stand OutDespite some positive indicators, a job search is still a job search. Ittakes time, persistence and patience. It is important to set yourselfapart in a competitive job market. According to NACE, manyemployers cited work and leadership experience, community service,as well as GPA, as important factors when considering jobcandidates.

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ASK the Experts: Tips foGraduating Students page 5

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upcoming events ::

National Student Employment Week

April 9-13, 2012

Futures in Green Careers &

Sustainability

Wednesday, April 25

Career Conversations: Nonprofit,

Government & Law

Wednesday, May 23

Just In Time Job & Internship Fair

Tuesday, June 12

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DePaul University Career Center quarterly newsletter Spring 2012

DEPAULCareer Connections

Get Inside Scoop:Company Visits anInformational

InterviewsBy Jacqueline Molina, Editorial Communications Intern

As the years go by and you startapproaching your junior and senior yeaits important to seek out opportunitielearn about the field you plan onpursuing. A little research can help yoprepare for graduation and gain theknowledge needed to land a job in youfield of choice.

A good way to learn about your careerchoice is to attend company visits. The

visits serve as a great tool to network iyour field and get your foot in the dooa company that might interest you.Visiting an organization can help you ga sense of the work environment andoverall company culture, which can heyou determine whether or not a certaincompany is a good fit for you.

In my four years at DePaul Ive attendemany company visits which have taughme a lot about myself and the workenvironment I most enjoy. Company vishave also helped me land internships in

field and expand my network. A visit tothe CBS studios in Chicago even inspireme to pursue an M.A. in journalism.

One of the best resources Ive come acrin seeking out company visitopportunities is DePauls Blue Demonat Work series offered through theAlumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK)network. The program gives you theopportunity to visit a company to meeand network with DePaul alumni worthere. Check out ask.depaul.edu forupcoming visits.

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The most sought after qualities in job candidates are teamwork, communication skills, problem solving and decisionmaking skills.

For graduating seniors, remember to include all of your campus involvement, volunteer and work experience on youresume; if you have a high GPA focus on that as well. Employers want to hire well-rounded people!

Tips for Successful Searching

Build your network - Tap into DePauls Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) network to meet people in

your field of interest. Alumni can provide insight into day-to-day life in a job or company, and suggeststrategies for breaking into a field or organization.

Be flexible - Broaden the number of fields you are considering and apply for plenty of positions, saysAlison Doyle, About.coms job search guide. Attend the Career Centers Create a Career Plan Bworkshop on June 12 for tips on expanding your options and broadening your search.

Intern your way in - You may also consider an internship as a way to get a foot in the door at anorganization and build more experience. An internship can often be a direct pipeline into a full-timeposition; plus it allows both you and your employer to test the waters and see if a position is a good fit.

Were Here to Help!Always remember to utilize Career Center services; we are here to help you! From job postings on DePaul.Experiencto one-on-one career advising, to the Just In Time Job Fair on June 12, weve got services to assist you with thetransition from college to career.

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Job Outlook for 2012 College Grads continued from page 1

Other great ways to learn about company visitopportunities are to:

1. Check the DePaul.Experience website. It notonly offers information on events and visits, but is also agood resource to find out about internship and jobopportunities.2. Network with your professors, particularly adjunctfaculty. Many of them are practicing professionals with alot of experience and connections. From my experience,professors are always willing to help you.3. Join student organizations related to your field, suchas PRSSA for PR students or AdVentors for Advertisingstudents, which offer year-round opportunities to visitcompanies/agencies in your field.

Informational interviews are another good way to learnabout your field. During an informational interview youare given the opportunity to have one-on-one time witha professional already working at a company. Whenattending an informational interview you should be verywell-prepared, meaning you should have researched thecompany and have some questions ready. The person

youre meeting with has taken the time out of their day

to meet with you; making a good impression could leato future internship/job connections.

A couple of resources I recommend to connect withworking professionals are the DePaul ASK network andLinkedIn. Both make finding professionals in your fieldand scheduling an informational interview easy. Linkedis also a great resource to stay in touch with professionayou meet at networking events, company visits or othecareer events.

As you make connections, remember to follow-up withprofessionals you meet, particularly those you interactwith during company visits and informationalinterviews. A simple thank you via email or a LinkedInmessage can go a long way in sustaining a professionalrelationship.

Dont let your college years just pass you by. Beproactive about your education and your life afterDePaul. Networking can help set the stage for asuccessful job search come graduation.

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Informational Interviews continued from page 1

ATTENTION GRADUATING STUDENTS:

We've got events and services just for

you. Spring quarter is dedicated to helping

you transition from college

to career. We want you to leave DePaul

feeling well-prepared for future

employment or graduate studies. Visit

careercenter.depaul.edu for a

schedule of events.

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Make the Most of Career AdvisingBy Nathan Coleman and Jennifer Schanz

Career Connectiospring 2012 | pag

The Career Center offers individual career advising sessions with full-

time staff. Many of the staff members work with students in specific

majors and colleges, making each appointment specialized to your

individual career and major-related questions. The career advisors are

available to meet with you to discuss the big questions, like What do I

want to do with my life? and the specific questions; How do I get the

internship I am interested in? This is a resource that can help you

every step of the way, from the beginning stages of considering your

career goals to internship and co-op opportunities to full-time

employment and beyond. The advisors are located at both Lincoln Parkand Loop campuses and work on an appointment basis. It only takes a

quick call or a short detour to our offices to work with one of our front

desk staff to find a convenient time to meet with someone.

Once you make an appointment, there are a couple of very easy things to

do to prepare that can go a long way in getting you the most out of your

visit. First, take a moment to look over the Career Center website at

careercenter.depaul.edu and become familiar with our resources and

services. While online, go ahead and get registered on the

DePaul.Experience network at depaul.experience.com. This website is

where you can see our calendar and register for Career Center events and

workshops. The advisors also often present at and facilitate our various

workshops and events, so you will likely see your advisor at a session!

DePaul.Experience is also where all job and internship opportunities

presented to DePaul University from outside employers are posted.

Write down anything that you find beneficial or have questions about on

these websites and bring it up in your discussion with your advisor.

Finally, work to develop a relationship with your advisor. Stay in contact

and be sure to follow up with your advisor with an email or additional

appointment. Use your interaction with your career advisor as a small

opportunity to practice interacting in a professional manner. With somuch professional networking done online these days, its important to

build and practice your networking skills. As you need, reach out to

discuss your development and goals. Also, remember to ask for referrals

to other resources both within the Career Center and throughout DePaul

University. Your advisor can point you in the right direction!

We look forward to talking with you and helping you reach your goals

and make connections. Please contact us at either the location to set up

a meeting:

Loop Career Center, DPC 9500, 312-362-8437

Lincoln Park Career Center, SAC 192, 773-325-7431


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job search support

CAREER CENTER JOB SEARCH TEAM

UPCOMING DATES:

APRIL 19, MAY TBA, JUNE 21

Research shows that job seekers are more productive

when they make use of an accountability group. The

Career Center holds a monthly Job Search Team

meeting every month except December. The team

shares resources and insights, provides encouragement,

and networks. Job seekers are there to support their

peers and benefit from the public accountability. If you

have a question or want to attend the next meeting please

contact Donna Del Giudice at [email protected].

resume & interviewprepWALK-IN ADVISING

No appointment necessary! Peer career advisors are

available for walk-in appointments and can teach

students and alumni about Career Center services,including DePaul.Experience, On-Campus

Interviewing (OCI), resume resources, career mentors,

workshop and event registration and much more.

RESUME DRIVE THRUNeed resume help? Dont have time to set an

appointment? Cruise on over to the Career Center for a

Resume Drive Thru! Career Center staff will be

standing by every Wednesday at both campuses

between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 4:30-5:30 p.m. to

help you create or revise your resume. Stop by for a

resume tune-up!

PRACTICE INTERVIEWSThe Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK) Volunteer

Network gives you the opportunity to enhance your

interviewing skills by meeting with an ASK Volunteer.

During the one-on-one session, you will participate in a

mock interview and receive helpful tips and feedback.

Practice interviews are offered all quarter and posted on

depaul.experience.com, keyword search practice

interviews. Contact ASK at (312) 362-8281 or

[email protected] with questions or scheduling concerns.

on-campus

interviewingON-CAMPUS INTERVIEWSOngoing

Interview for full-time post-graduate positions and

full-time internships right on-campus! To view

employers and positions, log-in to

depaul.experience.com and click on Jobs &

Internships>Job & Internship Search in the top

navigation bar. From there, select 'Jobs with

Interview Schedules' under 1-click searches.

special events

NATIONAL STUDENT EMPLOYMENTWEEK

April 9-13, 2012DePaul celebrates its student employees. All current

student employees are eligible to enter to win one of

the Student Employment Appreciation Week FREE

RAFFLE packages. For more information, plus a

schedule of events, visit studentemployment.depaul.edu.

MAJOR MINOR FAIRWednesday, April 11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Student Center, Lincoln Park Campus

Find out how your interests and goals relate to majors

and minors. Talk with faculty and staff from

different departments. Learn how to officially declare

or switch your major/minor. Discuss career

opportunities relates to specific majors and minors.

job & internshipfairsJob & Internship Fairs are free. Unless otherwise noted, thebelow Job & Internship Fairs are not open to the generalpublic. You must be a DePaul student or alumnus to attend.

SPRING QUARTER

HEALTHCARE, SCIENCE ANDNONPROFIT JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR

Thursday, April 26, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Student Center, Room 120, Lincoln Park Campus

JUST IN TIME JOB FAIR

Tuesday, June 12, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.


DePaul University's Just in Time Job Fair is designed

exclusively for DePaul recent graduates, students and

alumni. Recruiters from a wide variety of industries

will be seeking qualified job, internship, and post-

graduate service volunteer candidates of all majors and

experience levels at this event.

Agenda:

10:00am - 2:00pm Fair

10:00am - 2:00pm Practice Interviews10:00am - 2:00pm Resume Reviews

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career networkingevents

Networking Events often consist of a panel discussion followed by an

informal reception where you can speak with panelists in small groups or

one-on-one. Professionals share information about career paths, industry

trends, specific companies and professional development.

SPRING QUARTER

FUTURES IN FINANCEWednesday, April 4, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

Meet and network with finance professionals who work in a variety

of industries. Learn how you can enter and advance in these fields.

CAREER PATHS FOR CREATIVE ANDUNCONVENTIONAL PEOPLEFriday, April 13, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

DePaul Art Museum, Lincoln Park

Mix and mingle with artists, writers, entrepreneurs, freelancers and

other creative folks. Discover how theyve navigated a

nontraditional career path. Find out how to pursue your passion

and pay the bills. Refreshments will be served.

FUTURES IN GREEN CAREERS &SUSTAINABILITYWednesday, April 25, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.


This event will focus on how environmental, economic and social

sustainability issues are influencing the world of work. Learn about

opportunities across a variety of industries in corporate social

responsibility, urban planning, alternative energy, sustainability,

conservation and development.

CAREERS IN HR & BUSINESS MANAGEMENTWednesday, May 2, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop CampusMix and mingle with professionals in HR (recruiting,

compensation and benefits and training), independent consulting,

operations management, organizational development, leadership

development, sports management and entrepreneurship.

INSIDER TIPS FOR CAREER TRANSITIONERSWednesday, May 9, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus

Learn effective job search techniques from a panel of recruiters,

HR professionals and successful career transitioners. Gain insight

on strategies to network, self-market and secure an interview.

CAREER CONVERSATIONS: NONPROFIT,

GOVERNMENT & LAWWednesday, May 23, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.


Network one-on-one with non-profit, government and law

professionals following a brief panel. Panelists will describe their

organizations, the types of professional positions they hold, and

what characteristics are typically sought in candidates for these

positions.

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ASK the Experts:3 Tips for Graduating Seniors

With graduation just around the corner, Alumni SharingKnowledge (ASK) mentors share their insight for soon-to-beDePaul alumni. Interested in hearing more advice? Visitask.depaul.edu to learn how you can connect with an ASK mentorin your field.

Michelle Auk, Associate, Leasing Portfolio,J.P. Morgan Capital Corporation

1. Keep in touch with the professors youve established a rapportwith in school. And when you do, dont just go to them whenyou need something like a recommendation letter or careeradvice.

2. Join an alumni association - for example, all Finance majorsshould consider joining DePaul CFO (Circle of FinanceOpportunities).

3. Give back to the DePaul community. Donate when you can,whether it be monetary or in volunteer hours.

Anthony Williams, President/Chief Consultant,Connection, LLC

1. Don't raise the bar without setting a standard.Often times we set goals beyond our reach. Then when we fail,we consider ourselves unworthy, unprepared and not focused.Realize that life happens and circumstances will arise. Set goalsfor where you are now, make baby-steps toward them but allowroom for change.

2. Develop Centers of InfluenceAsk Yourself: Where am I now in relation to where I want to be?Is everything in life you're connected to meaningful? (your job?personal relationships? friendships? mentors?)

Developing "centers of influence" is imperative. This is

surrounding yourself with people that have exceeded where youwant to be and allowing them the opportunity to mentor you sothat you supersede them. In doing this take the time to re-evaluatethe things you've chosen to embrace. If they have no benefit toyour ultimate goal or purpose, re-evaluate the connection.

3. Test the Waters...The opportunities are endless with plenty of time to discoveryour passion, so don't be afraid to test the waters! Most careersare discovered by trying new things and some even lead toscoring that dream career. There's no rule book that says youHAVE to know exactly what career you want to pursue, so don'tbe afraid to try something new! You never know where it couldlead.

Vicki Klopsch, Director of Career Planning &Resources, Scripps College

1. Introduce yourself to at least 1 person at every event you attend,professional or social.

2. Send a thank you card, email, or note to a new contact. It's afriendly and easy way to stay connected, and an excellent habit forthe job search process.

3. Whatever you do, put your heart into it.


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workshopsAce Professionalism and Beat YourCompetitionLearn professionalism strategies,including how to stand a cut above your

competition and perform with greatprecession and success. This workshopfocuses on audiences working ininternships, on-campus, part/full-timejobs. Give yourself an advantage ininterviewing, accepting and declining joboffers and become a pro on the job.

Monday, April 92:00-3:30pm SAC 151

Ace Your First ProfessionalInterviewThis workshop teaches you how toprepare for the interviewing and post-interview follow-up process. You will be

introduced to the various types ofinterviews, including behavioralinterviewing.

Monday, April 95:30-6:30pm Teleconference Tuesday, May 83:30-5:00pm DPC 9500

Connecting Your Values to CareerSatisfactionYour work values play a very importantrole in determining what kind of workyou find fulfilling. In this workshop,youll assess and prioritize your mostimportant work values and discover how

to use what youve learned to help guideyour career decisions.

Tuesday, April 101:00-2:30pm SAC 151

Creating Your Career Plan BExpand your career options. Learn how toassess your strengths and transferableskills to explore careers paths that mightbe a good match. Gain a betterunderstanding of the job market andidentify hot jobs and growing industries.

Monday, April 1612:00-1:30pm DPC 9500

Tuesday, June 1210:00-11:00am LPC Student Center TBD

Demystify Networking and CreateConnections

Developing a strong professional networkhas become an increasingly important andpowerful strategy used by effective jobseekers in all fields. In this workshop, youwill learn how to maximize yournetworking opportunities and build a setof contacts.

Tuesday, April 173:30-5:00pm SAC 151Monday, May 75:30-7:00pm DPC 9500

Exploring Freelance, Self-Employedand Start-Up Career PathsDo you often imagine what it might be

like to work in less structuredenvironments? Are you easily able todevelop innovative ideas? Can you workeffectively alone, or on small teams?Learn about the possibility of self-employment by examining your values,interests and skills confidence and howthose relate to this field. The workshopwill conclude with the ColemanEntrepreneurship discussing how to takethe next step toward self- employment asa career path.

Thursday, April 1912:00-2:00pm DPC 9500

Handling Job OffersDetermine the best techniques andpractices to negotiate your compensationpackage. This workshop will include adiscussion on salary and benefitsnegotiation and offer advice on how tohandle salary requests and multiple offers.

Thursday, May 311:30-3:00pm SAC 151

Hit the Ground Running: CareerResources for TeachersNote: These workshops are open only tostudents and alumni in DePauls School ofEducation.

In these workshops, you will receive anoverview of resources and career tips inorder to prepare for your job search in tteaching profession. In part 1, we willreview how to update your resume afterstudent teaching, how to strengthen yo

cover letter, and review what componenare helpful to consider when constructinyour portfolio. Part 2 will offer resourcein how to be strategic in your job searchthe importance of identifying networkistrategies, and how to prepare for theinterview process. Students and alumncan attend one or both of the workshop

Part 1 - Tuesday, April 33:00-5:00pm SAC 151Part 2 - Thursday, April 53:00-5:00pm SAC 151

How Can Alumni Help Me Plan MyCareer?What are your plans after getting yourdegree? Do you know what kinds of joyou can get with your major? DePaulalumni can help! Learn about thedifferent resources available to you as yothink about classes to take and skills tobuild while youre a student. Well talkabout where to find alumni who can heyou and how to approach them.

Thursday, April 195:00-6:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, May 13:00-4:00pm SAC 151Friday, May 1112:00-1:00pm Webinar

How to Build a Career PortfolioA professional career portfolio provides yowith a tremendous resource for showcasinyour work skills and experiences to anemployer. In this workshop, youll learnhow to conceptualize and compile aneffective portfolio.

Monday, April 303:30-5:00pm SAC 15Thursday, May 2412:00-1:30pm DPC 95

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Discover Your LeadershipStyle with the FIRO-B

The FundamentalInterpersonal RelationsOrientation-Behavior(FIRO-B) is a personalityassessment that identifiesneeds/wants regarding yourinterpersonal work style.Results from this assessmentwill help you gain additionalinsight about your leadershipapproach to help you workmore strategically.

Thursday, May 3

3:00-5:00 pm

SAC 151

Navigating Your CareerChange

Learn how to develop a careerchange plan by identifyingthe career developmentcomponents you most need towork on. This workshop willhelp you identify the type oftransition you are attemptingand assess its level ofdifficulty.

Wednesday, May 305:30-7:00 pm

DPC 9500

Polish Your Professional

Interviewing SkillsRefresh your interviewingskills and learn how toprepare for advancedinterviewing techniquesincluding critical behavioral,panel and case interviews.Review the dos and dontsfor interview situations andlearn how to address the mostdifficult questions.

Tuesday, May 22

5:30-7:00 pm

DPC 9500

Strengthen Your Resume

and Cover LetterLearn about different resumeformats and how to bestmarket your accomplishmentsfor specific audiences. Thisworkshop is ideal for someonewho has already written aresume and is looking toenhance or change the contentor structure.

Tuesday, May 15:30-7:00 pm

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social mediaworkshopsLinkedIn Basics for Job SearchingThis is a hands on workshop held in acomputer lab. Learn the benefits of creating aLinkedIn profile, including how to makeconnections, get recommendations, and joinindustry or interest-specific groups. Learn whycreating a professional online portfolio isimportant in todays job market.Please be sure tocreate a LinkedIn account before the workshop so youhave a starting point when you attend the workshop.

Wednesday, April 114:00-5:30pm Loop TBDTuesday, May 83:30-5:00pm LPC TBDTuesday, June 129:00-10:00am LPC Student Center TBD

Twitter Basics for Job SearchingThis is a hands on workshop held in acomputer lab. This workshop is designed tohelp you understand how to use Twitter fornetworking and job search. Learn the basics ofTwitter including how to get started and who tofollow as you job search. You should have a

Twitter account created prior to attending thisworkshop.

Tuesday, April 244:00-5:00pm Loop TBD

Advanced LinkedIn & Twitter for JobSearching**In order to attend this workshop you must have

attended one of the Twitter or LinkedIn Basics for JobSearching workshops.Discover how to go beyond the basics. Learnadvanced tips and tricks for using LinkedIn andTwitter to find jobs, internships, or network forcareer development.

Thursday, May 105:00-6:30pm Loop TBD

Identify Your Skills and AccomplishmentsSkills are the currency of the job market; you geta paycheck in exchange for the skills you use inyour job. Through this workshop, youll assessyour skills, determine which ones you want toacquire or further develop, and identify ways todo so.

Wednesday, May 22:00-3:30pm DPC 9500

iPrep Find Your Dream Internship

WorkshopThis workshop will help you create a strategy forapplying to your dream internship. You will alsolearn about the University Internship Program(short-term internships) as well as the CooperativeEducation Program (long term Internships). Thisworkshop also meets the University InternshipProgram Orientation requirement.Wednesday, April 112:00-3:00pm DPC 9500Friday, May 112:00-3:00pm SAC 151Thursday, June 212:30-3:30pm DPC 9500

Is Graduate School Right for Me?

Designed for students who are contemplating

applying to graduate school, this workshop willhelp you decide whether graduate school is theright option for you and if so, identify programsand universities that are good fit. Learn about theapplication process and the resources available tohelp you choose and evaluate potential graduate andprofessional school programs.

Wednesday, April 2512:00-1:30pm SAC 151

Job Search Strategies in a Challenging Job

MarketLearn how to identify effective job searchstrategies in a challenging job market. Get anoverview of a multitude of job search tactics andbegin the process of selecting the strategies thatmake the most sense for you. Learn how tomaximize the numerous job search resourcesavailable at DePaul and beyond.

Tuesday, May 291:00-2:30pm DPC 9500

Love What You Do DePaul InterestFinder (DIF)This workshop is ideal for students who areexploring major and career options. Research has

shown a strong correlation between incorporatinginterests into your career planning process andultimate workplace satisfaction. Participants willtake the DePaul Interest Finder (DIF), a tailoredsurvey designed to specifically help DePaulstudents explore their interests and identifyrelated majors, student organizations, and careers.Take advantage of this opportunity to learn howyour time at DePaul can be shaped to match yourinterests and help you work toward careersatisfaction.

Thursday, April 1212:00-1:30pm SAC 151

Making the Grade - ePortfolio Teacher

WorkshopNote: These workshops are open only to students andalumni in DePauls School of Education. Allparticipants must bring a flash drive with them to theworkshop. You must be able to make both sessions ofthis two part workshop.In this hands-on two session workshop, aspiringteachers will be introduced to software resourceswhich can be utilized to create your teachereportfolio. You will begin to outline tailoredsections that speak to your strengths, create asignature look of your eportfolio on the computer,and learn about maintenance and updates, andmost importantly, how to integrate your portfoliointo an interview and job search process.

Monday, April 30 & Monday May 75:00-7:00pm LPC TBD

Maximize Your Job & Internship FairExperienceFirst impressions count! Learn how to approachemployers and make a lasting first impression.DePauls Career Center hosts multiple Job &Internship Fairs throughout the academic yearwith hundreds of employers looking forcandidates like you.

Tuesday, April 2412:00-1:30pm SAC 151Tuesday, June 55:30-7:00pm DPC 9500

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)The MBTI is used to assist individuals inidentifying their personality strengths, preferredwork environments, communication styles andcareer possibilities. While few occupationsprovide a perfect match between personalityand work tasks, this indicator and workshop willassist you in making an informed decision.

Monday, May 73:00-5:00pm SAC 151

Tell Me About Yourself 101This workshop will help you build confidence inapproaching and talking to potential employers atjob fairs. Specifically scheduled before andduring the Fall Job Fair, attendees will work onperfecting their introduction to employers. Youwill leave knowing exactly what to say when anemployer says, Tell me about yourself. Hostedby DePaul Alumni Sharing Knowledge (ASK), anetwork of DePaul alumni who volunteer ascareer mentors for students.

Tuesday, June 129:00-10:00am LPC Student Center TBDTuesday, June 1211:30am-12:30pm LPC Student Center TBD

programorientationsCo-op Internship Program OrientationThe Cooperative Education (Co-op) InternshipProgram allows undergraduates to gain high-level,real-world experience, and also earn income year-round. This is a prerequisite workshop for Co-opInternships and must be completed to earnExperiential Learning credit and/or participate in theprogram. Co-op positions with major employers arepart-time, typically lasting throughout the wholeschool year. The Information Sessions are open to allundergraduate freshman, sophomores, juniors, and

seniors with two quarters left at DePaul in LA&S,Communication, Commerce, CDM, and SNL

Tuesday, March 272:00-3:00pm SAC 151Monday, April 23:00-4:00pm DPC 9500Wednesday, April 1111:00-12:00pm DPC 9500Friday, April 2711:00-12:00pm SAC 151Thursday, May 31:00-2:00pm DPC 9500Thursday, May 103:00-4:00pm SAC 151Wednesday, May 23

2:00-3:00pm SAC 151Tuesday, June 51:00-2:00pm DPC 9500

On-Campus Interviewing OrientationThe 30 minute On-Campus Interviewingorientation is a prerequisite to participating in theOn-Campus Interviewing Program. You mustattend an orientation session prior to your first on-campus interview. The orientation will make youaware of the policies for participation in the On-Campus Interviewing Program and provide tips forsuccessful interviewing. Please visithttp://depaul.experience.com/ forspecific times and locations. Career Connectio

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University Internship Program (UIP)OrientationThis is a prerequisite workshop for UIPand must be completed to earnExperiential Learning credit. The UIPOrientation provides you with theinformation you need to successfullyenroll in ISP 250 and complete theLiberal Studies Experiential LearningRequirement.

Monday, April 22:00-3:00pm SAC 151

Thursday, April 1910:00-11:00am SAC 151Wednesday, April 253:00-4:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, May 84:00-5:00pm SAC 151Thursday, May 2411:00am-12:00pm DPC 9500Tuesday, May 293:00-4:00pm DPC 9500Monday, June 43:00-4:00pm Webinar Tuesday, June 55:00-6:00pm Webinar Friday, June 83:00-4:00pm SAC 151

Wednesday, June 273:00-4:00pm SAC 151

financial fitnessworkshops5 Tips for Financing GraduateSchoolAre you considering graduate school but notquite sure how you will fund it? Learn aboutcalculating total costs, funding optionsincluding loans, grants and scholarships, anda method to determine if you are borrowingwisely.


Buying a HomePurchasing a home can be complicated andscary. Attend this workshop to learn what isreally involved in making this big purchase.Participants will receive step-by-stepprocesses that will assist them in making afinancially sound choice.

Wednesday, April 1812:00-1:00pm DPC 9500Wednesday, May 164:00-5:00pm DPC 9500

Debt 101: Demystifying StudentLoansLoans: you know different types exist, butyou dont know exactly what they all mean.Attend this workshop to gain a deeperunderstanding of your student loans. Learnabout the different types of student loans,how to estimate your debt load upon

graduation, and what some of yourrepayment options may be.

Wednesday, April 1112:00-1:00pm Richardson 400Tuesday, May 154:00-5:00pm DPC 9500

Hows Your Credit History?Do you know how your credit habits willaffect your lifestyle? Learn importantinformation about choosing credit cards,understanding credit reports and creditscores and managing existing credit carddebt.

Tuesday, April 34:00-5:00pm DPC 9500Wednesday, May 212:00-1:00pm Richardson 400

Introduction to InvestingIf you are interested in learning how tomaintain and build wealth, this is theworkshop series for you. Topics coveredinclude investing basics for stocks, bondsand mutual funds. This workshop willprovide you with basic knowledge andresources for making wealth a reality!

Thursday, April 55:30-7:00pm DPC 9500

Thursday, April 265:30-7:00pm SAC 151

Managing Your PaycheckCongratulations! Youve secured your firston-campus job and are going to have asteady stream of income, but what are yougoing to do with that money? ManagingYour Paycheck will cover savings,budgeting, and debt management all on astudent budget.

Thursday, April 1212:00-1:00pm Student Center 220

Savings Plans that Wont FailWe all want to save, but sticking to asavings plan can be hard. Learn somestrategies for saving. This workshop willhelp you to set reasonable and attainablegoals that can motivate you to keep yoursavings on track. Once you have goals inplace, both savings and budgeting becomeeasier!


Studying Abroad Without Breakinthe BankSure, studying abroad is a great opportunibut isnt it too expensive? Learn the truecosts of studying abroad. This workshopcovers basics about the costs of overseasstudy, strategies to save for your trip andmanage your money while abroad, and hoto find scholarships to help finance yourexperience.

Thursday, April 194:00-5:00pm Richardson 300

The Graduates Guide to FinancialSuccessGraduating students: learn simple strategifor becoming financially successful. Topicscovered include repayment of school loansand how to create a realistic budget for afull-time job and credit strategies.

Tuesday, May 112:00-1:00pm DPC 9500Wednesday, May 304:00-5:00pm SAC 151

Thrifty Travel TipsIf you are looking to plan a getaway witho

going broke, this is the workshop for you.We will review insider tips, the best timesto buy and some of the best sites to use.

Tuesday, April 1012:00-12:30pm DPC 9500Wednesday, May 912:00-12:30pm SAC 151

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