The Spring Career P.R.E.P. Schedule is now available
Career P.R.E.P. Program
Prepare ◊ Reach ◊ Emerge ◊ Propel
This program is designed for students after their first semester with less than 3 years of job search experience as well as more experienced students interested in refreshing their skills. Each session will give you tools and techniques to more effectively market yourself during the job search process. The cohort model adds to your learning, and assignments are required. Sessions are in class and online. Space is limited. Registration required by January 9, 2015 at http://sph.bu.edu/careerprep.
Note: While Career PREP will be held on Wednesdays from 5-5:50pm, some dates are subject to change due to unforeseen SPH-wide scheduling conflicts. Dates will be finalized by January 9, 2015.
SESSIONS
Session I: Self-Assessment You will use a personality inventory to help you understand and articulate your strengths. You will then use this information to think about prospective career paths and environments. Wednesday, 1/21, 5:00-5:50pm
Session II: Marketing Yourself You will learn how organizations are identifying prospective candidates, and use this information to create powerful marketing-driven resumes and cover letters that are tailored to meet your audience’s needs. Wednesday, 1/28, 5:00-5:50pm
Session III: Networking/Elevator Pitch You will learn about the power of networking and create your own elevator pitch. Wednesday, 2/4, 5:00-5:50pm
Session IV: Interview Strategies Learn how to prepare for different interview types (phone screen, panel, behavioral and case interviews). You will create “success stories”, and understand what interviewers look for, including good questions from candidates.
Wednesday, 2/11, 5:00-5:50pm
Session V: Career Fair Don’t miss this opportunity to meet employers from a wide variety of public health organizations. Be sure to bring copies of your resume. Dress code is professional attire.
Thursday, 2/26, 3:00-6:00pm in Hiebert Lounge
Session VI: LinkedIN Basics (on-line) You will receive an introduction to LinkedIN including building your profile and finding networks. You will also learn strategies for protecting your online reputation and etiquette for communicating via social media.
Session VII: Public Health Recruiter Panel Gain insights from recruiters on what they are looking for when reviewing resumes and cover letters, their tips for interview success, how they are using social media and other networking forums, and finally, their advice on professional etiquette Do’s and Don’ts. Wednesday, 3/18, 5:00-5:50pm
Session VIII: Evaluating and Negotiating Opportunities Understand the importance of connecting job opportunities to your Self-Assessment. You will also learn valuable strategies and techniques to face negotiating conversations with confidence. Wednesday, 4/1, 5:00-5:50pm
Session IX: Career PREP Finale: Meeting Alumni In this final wrap-up session, you will enjoy networking with alumni as we celebrate the close of our program. Wednesday, 4/15, 5:00-5:50pm
