Comprehensive job market assistance runs Sept. 8 – 14
The UNM Anderson School of Management is offering assistance to its current students and graduates by helping them get ahead in the job market during these tough economic times. Anderson Career Week begins on Tuesday, Sept. 8 featuring workshops on job search, resume building, interviewing, and networking with employers.
Mock interviews and the Employer Panel dinner reception will be held on Thursday, Sept. 10. Reservations are required. Visit: Reservations for a list of available mock interview times or to rsvp for the dinner. Reservations will be made on a first-come, first served basis and professional attire is mandatory.
All career week events will take place at the Anderson School on the UNM Campus. There is no charge to participate but you must be a current student or alum of the Anderson School of Management.
Career Week Schedule of Events...
Tuesday, September 8
Resume Express 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Jackson Student Center
Employers will spend 5-10 minutes reviewing your resume and will provide tips on how to improve it.
Rock the Interview 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Location: ASM Room 2141
Thinking of signing up for a Mock Interview, or have an actual interview coming up? Come to Rock the Interview to hear tips and advice about how to do your best.
Wednesday, September 9
Resume Express 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Jackson Student Center
Employers will spend 5-10 minutes reviewing your resume and will provide tips on how to improve it.
How to Work a Career Fair 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Location: ASM Room 1004
Discover the most efficient ways of getting the most out of a career fair just in time for the Anderson Business Career Fair on Sept. 16 and the Accounting Career Fair on Sept. 17.
Thursday, September 10
Mock Interviews* 9 a,m. - 4 p.m.
Location: ASM Interview Rooms, Ford Advisement Center
Sign up for a mock interview with real employers and get useful feedback on your skills. Be prepared and come dressed to impress.
* Those interested MUST register at jobs.mgt.unm.edu.
Backpacks to Briefcases: Developing Professional Skills* 6 -8 p.m.
Location: Jackson Student Center
Learn from business professionals about how to be successful in today’s workplace.
* Those interested MUST register at jobs.mgt.unm.edu.
Monday, September 14
Writing a Resume & Cover Letter 2 - 3 p.m.
Location: ASM Room 2082
Does your resume need some pruning? Unsure of how to display your work experience? Come to the Resume & Cover Letter workshop to learn how to stand out among other applicants.
Job Search Strategies 3 - 4 p.m.,
Location: ASM Room 2082
Applying for jobs can be frustrating. Come to Job Search Strategies and discover the secrets of finding your dream job and how to apply for it.
Media Contact: Leslie Venzuela, (505) 277-7117; e-mail: venzuela@mgt.unm.edu
Posted by scarr at August 31, 2009 05:03 PM