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Please let your students know that our office will be holding drop in hours exclusively (no appointments) from Sept. 10-20 in order to prepare students for the career fair. Drop in hours will be posted on our website and I will send more details before the 10th.

There are hundreds of jobs and internships now posted on CareerBridge, under both the Job Search and the On-Campus Interviews tabs. Please remind students to check both tabs and to apply as soon as possible.

The Career Fair will be held Sept. 21 (career-fair.mit.edu); students should submit their resumes and view the huge list of companies attending to prepare for the event. Tips on prepping for a career fair can be found on our website.

Finally, many top companies are coming on campus to conduct company presentations. These events are not organized by our office, but the list can be found on our website at http://gecd.mit.edu/jobs/find/apply/company_presentations.

We will be holding the following events between Sept. 10-20th to prepare students for the Career Fair. Companies represented on the panels range from McKinsey to Peak 6 to Etex and Novartis. Plus, Google, GE and BCG staff will be leading workshops. Please urge students to register in advance on CareerBridge (and via the links provided for the webinars).

Crack the Case: Case Interview Workshop with Boston Consulting Group
Monday, September 10, 5-7pm in room 3-270
Get the preparation and instruction you need to successfully complete a case interview. Learn about the different types of cases you might see and the strategies for approaching them.

The Employer Perspective: Resumes for Technology and Engineering (panel)
Tuesday, Sept. 11, 3:30-4:30pm, room 35-225
Hear the employer perspective on how to tailor your resume for engineering & technology jobs . Learn how effective key words and achievements other than course work will set you apart from the competition. Learn what employers are seeking when they look at your resume and what mistakes to avoid in preparation for the Fall Career Fair.

The Employer Perspective: Careers in Biotechnology, Medical Devices and Pharma
Tuesday, September 11, 5:30-6:30pm, room 3-333
Are you considering a career in biotechnology? This panel will feature alumni and employers in biotech and other related fields who will offer their perspective about the wide variety of professional opportunities available in the industry. Panelists will also offer insight into their careers and professional organizations, provide advice about navigating the job and internship search process, and highlight the critical experiences and knowledge that make candidates competitive.

The Employer Perspective: Resumes for Finance (panel)
Wednesday, September 12, 4-5pm, room 35-225
Hear the employer perspective on how to tailor your resume for positions in the finance industry. Learn how effective key words and achievements other than course work will set you apart. Learn what employers are seeking when they look at your resume and what mistakes to avoid in preparation for the Fall Career Fair.

The Employer Perspective: Resumes for Consulting (panel)
Thursday, September 13, 4:30-5:30pm, room 35-225
Hear the employer perspective on how to tailor your resume for positions in the consulting field. Learn how effective key words and achievements other than course work will set you apart. Learn what employers are seeking when they look at your resume and what mistakes to avoid in preparation for the Fall Career Fair.

Stand out from the Crowd at the Fall Career Fair, featuring General Electric
Thursday, September 13, 6-7:30pm, 1-190
Wondering how to get noticed by a potential employer at the upcoming fair? Have you always wondered what to say in order to stand out from a crowd? This session will help you learn how to network and conduct yourself in front of employers. Spend real time with an industry recruiter and ask every question you’ve always wanted to know. Get real insider tips from Philip Weed of General Electric to land your next opportunity!

Technical Interviewing for Engineering
Tuesday, September 18, 2:30-4pm, room 37-212
This presentation will offer perspectives from engineers who ask technical questions of their candidates. Our presenters from a variety of industries will offer examples of questions asked and provide tips and strategies for answering technical questions in the most effective way possible.

Staying Competitive in Your Job Search, featuring Google
Tuesday, September 18, 4:30-6pm, 35-225
Join Liz Arnold, University Programs Specialist at Google, for tips on how to stay competitive throughout your job search, starting with the upcoming Fall Career Fair. Learn what makes some candidates stand out over others, and how you can deliver an effective message about your qualifications from the beginning to maximize your potential for an offer. From introducing yourself to an employer at the Career Fair to accepting an offer down the road, you will gain a competitive advantage by mastering these job search basics.

How to Work a Career Fair (webinar)
Wednesday, September 19, 5-6pm, registration and attendance at https://mitweb.webex.com/mitweb/onstage/g.php?d=641596019&t=a
Many students are overwhelmed when attempting to navigate a career fair with hundreds of employers. This workshop will provide tips and strategies on how be effective at the Fall Career Fair on Friday. You will learn what to do in preparation for the fair, what to do at the fair, and what to do after the fair. The fair is an excellent opportunity to connect with employers – create a strategy that will help you in this competitive employment environment! This webinar is open to undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni – an internet connection is needed to participate and using a phone to listen to the audio is ideal. Advanced registration is required via WebEx.

Art of Behavioral interviewing
Thursday, September 20, 6-7pm, registration and attendance at https://mitweb.webex.com/mitweb/onstage/g.php?d=641824585&t=a
While your technical skills will get you the interview, it is your behavioral attributes that will get you the job. This session will discuss preparation and strategies for a successful interview. In addition, sample behavioral interview questions will be provided along with tips on how to answer these tough questions. This webinar is open to undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni – an internet connection is needed to participate and using a phone to listen to the audio is ideal. Advanced registration is required via WebEx.

Thank you for spreading the word!
Amanda

Amanda C. Peters
Career Services
MIT Global Education & Career Development (GECD)
617-253-4733
acpeters@mit.edu * www.linkedin.com/in/acpeters