Upcoming Career Events for Fall 2011

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Workshops

Online Career Webinar Series
24/7 Access

Career Services is proud to give students 24/7 access to a series of 9 Career webinars facilitated by experts in the field. A webinar is a presentation, lecture, workshop or seminar that is transmitted over the Web. This series of webinars include:

• Professionalism & Integrity: Chasing an Authentic Life!
• Navigating Your Career Through Questions
• Networking for Career Success
• Expert Resume Writing for Graduating Seniors
• Social Media the NEW Method in Networking
• Linkedin - Your Way to a New Job & Strong Network
• Building Brand U: Personal Branding for Career Success
• Cracking the HIDDEN Job Market
• Fireproof Your Job! Tips to Keep it When You Get It!

Access these webinars anywhere at anytime by clicking on Career Webinars and register.   

Demystifying the Graduate School Application
Wednesday, October 5, 2011: 12:15 pm–1:30 pm
Cowell 11

Claremont Graduate University will be hosting a Panel Discussion focusing on understanding the steps to pursue graduate studies. This is a great opportunity for students to get some advice/feedback regarding the graduate school search and application process. As well as an opportunity to start asking questions if they are thinking about pursuing graduate school in the future. Lunch will be provided, so tell a friend and we hope to see you there.

This workshop presented by Monster....

• Teaches you how to develop smart money management skills in college that will lead to a lifetime of financial independence.
• Is a dynamic and energetic presentation about how the choices you make about money while in college can have a direct impact on your future financial success and help you make better decisions during AND AFTER your time here at Mills College
• Is a fun, dynamic and interactive presentation that will launch you toward financial success in college and beyond!

LSAT Study Session
Tuesday, September 27, 2011; 12:15 pm–1:30 pm
Cowell 113

Are you thinking about law school but worried about the LSAT? Come to this FREE study session facilitated by Testing 4 the Public to help you prepare.

GRE Study Session
Thursday, September 29, 2011; 12:15 pm–1:30 pm
Cowell 113

Plans for grad school got you worried about the GRE? Come to this FREE study session facilitated by Testing 4 the Public to learn about the changes to the GRE and help you prepare.

Fairs 

Work-Study Fair
Tuesday, August 23, 2011;10:00 am–12:00 pm
Adams Plaza

Graduate & Professional School Fair
Wednesday, September 21, 2011; 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Adams Plaza

Meet representatives from a variety of graduate school programs and get valuable information about the admissions process. Visit our Graduate School page to prepare for the fair.

If you are a admissions representative who wishes to register for this fair, please contact etempleton@mills.edu.

Guest Speakers and Panels   

Enhancing Well-Being with Self-Esteem and Assertive Communication
Thursday, October 20, 2011; 7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cowell 113

Alumna Kristen Caven and psychologist/author Louise Hart will show you how self-esteem—or the lack thereof—dictates how we manage our lives. It is the unconditional feeling of love and self-acceptance that is absolutely crucial to mental health and well-being. This interactive workshop will lift your spiritsas you connect with others and learn new assertive communication skills.

RSVP Required

Destination Law School Panel
Tuesday, November 15, 2011; 6:30 pm–8:30 pm
GSB Gathering Hall

The Bar Association of San Francisco is coming to Mills College for a panel presentation and reception and you are invited to learn about:

• The law school application process
• LSAT Preparation
• Various areas of practice in the legal field
• Skills required for the study of law
• Tips on internships and volunteering
• Appropriate undergraduate studies

Info Sessions and Tables

WriterCoach Connection Info Table
Tuesday, September 13, 2011; 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Tea Shop Steps

UrbanSitters Information Table:
Tuesday, September 27, 2011; 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Tea Shop Steps

Teach For America Information Session:
Monday, October 3, 2011; 12:15–1:30 pm
Cowell 113

UAG School of Medicine Info Table:
Wednesday, October 5, 2011; 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Tea Shop Steps

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Graduate Program:
Thursday, October 6, 2011; 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Cowell 113

Careers in Early Childhood Education: Bright Horizon's Info Session
Wednesday, October 12, 2011; 11:30 am–1:30 pm
GSB Gathering Hall

Get information from Bright Horizons recruiters and a Mills College alumna about the growing field of Early Childhood Education and the great employment opportunities at their organization. Bright Horizons Family Solutions is the world's leading provider of employer-sponsored child care, early education, and work/life solutions. If you're thinking about a career working with children or in education, this info session is for you.

CalWest Educators Placement Information Session: Friday, December, 2, 2011; 1:00 pm–4:00 pm
Cowell 113

Special Events

Forum for Diversity in Graduate Education
Saturday, October 29, 2011
University of San Francisco

Spring planning is underway. If you have an event or speaker idea, email career@mills.edu with your suggestion.

Contact us:

If you are interested in information on Career Fairs, on-campus interviews or being a speaker on a career panel, please email Kate Dey at kdey@mills.edu.