Activities
Job Fairs | Workshops | Special Events | PowerPoint Presentations
UMSL Fall Internship & Job Fair
Friday, September 12, 2008
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mark Twain Building
University of Missouri-St. Louis
Pre-registration is only available for current UMSL students and UMSL alumni - you must present your admission ticket at the door. Pre-registration deadline is .
Admission and for UMSL students/alumni who do not pre-register is $5.00 at the door and for non-UMSL job seekers is $10.00 at the door.
This is an opportunity to meet and be interviewed by many companies in one location!
For more information, visit UMSL Career Services, 278 Millennium Student Center,
314-516-5111
EMPLOYERS: Please call Puspa Bueneman, Job Fair Coordinator
at 314-516-5001 to receive registration information.
Job Fair Tips PowerPoint
Job Fair Tips List
Jobseekers-Click here to Register
Companies/Organizations Attending
Summer 2008 WORKSHOPS
To successfully navigate the job market, you need skills! Our workshops help you get started creating a resume, polishing your interviewing skills, or learning more about the job search process.
Register online for these FREE one-hour sessions now@ careers.umsl.edu
Resume Success
This workshop discusses resume format and content. Ideal for first-time resume writers or those who want to brush up on the basics.
Wednesday, May 28th 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 26th 2:00 p.m.
Interviewing Skills
Improve your interview know-how: learn the questions employers are asking and some tips to position you ahead of other candidates.
Thursday, June 5th 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9th 2:00 p.m.
Job Search Strategies
Searching for a job is a process. Learn about networking methods, Internet resources and other techniques.
Monday, June 16th 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22nd 2:00 p.m.
All workshops held in Career Services, 278 MSC.
If you are unable to attend a workshop during the scheduled sessions, call 516-5111 to arrange an individual appointment with a Career Services Coordinator for assistance with these topics & more!
SPECIAL EVENTS
Information Session-U.S. Department of State
Monday, September 8
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
278 Millennium Student Center (Career Services)
Career Diplomat Brian Flora will discuss career and internship possibilities with the U.S. Department of State. Flora, a 35-year veteran of the Foreign Service, is a recruiter for the Department throughout the upper Midwest. His presentation will take place at 2:00 pm in Career Services, 278 MSC will last approximately 30 minutes, followed by ample opportunity for questions. Click here to register.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward – October 6th, 2008
3:30 P.M. Until 5:00 PM—UMSL Millennium Student Cente—Century Room A
Panelists: State Farm Human Resources Representatives, Agency Representatives and Claim Management
State Farm Human Resources Representatives, Agency Representatives and Claim Management will share tips that will empower you before, during and after the interview including:
- Anxiety – it doesn’t have to get the best of you
- Telephone Screening – it might not be a telemarketer
- Nonverbal communication – make sure it conveys your intended message
- Presenting yourself – know what you have to offer
- Knowledge is power – how to become familiar with the company, the industry, and the position prior to the interview
- Selling yourself – how to apply you skill set to the position
- Looks can make a difference – dressing/grooming for success in business/business casual Corporate America
- The give-and-take atmosphere of the interview – how to know when it’s your turn to speak
- Handling difficult questions – suggestions for professional responses
- Addressing weaknesses – how to get them on the table with flare
- Rejection – you still have power
Food will be served
To register, click here
Mock Interviews available at State Farm by Appointment
Sign-up Sheets available during Reception
I’ve Got a Job, Now What Do I Do? – November 11th, 2008
3:30 P.M. Until 5:00 PM—UMSL Millennium Student Center—Century Room A
Panelists: State Farm Claim Managers and Agency Representatives
State Farm Claim Managers and Agency Representatives will discuss:
- Your first day on the job
- Your relationship with your new manager
- Your relationship with co-workers
- Your ongoing professionalism
- Understanding expectations that your manager has for you
- Taking initiative in your new job
- Building your Business Acumen
Food will be served
To register, click here
Mock Interviews available at State Farm by Appointment
Sign-up Sheets available during Reception
Etiquette Banquet
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
12:30 p.m.
Century Rooms, Millennium Student Center, UM-St. Louis campus.
When dining with employers or business associates, our manners convey our professionalism. Polish your etiquette skills - this lunch session includes guidance from a professional etiquette consultant. Tickets may be purchased in Career Services. Admission is $15. Space is limited!
POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS
Interview Techniques
Resume Writing
Job Fair Tips List