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Interested in having a workshop during a class, student organization meeting or other similar event? Following is a list of workshop topics that CCS staff can deliver to your class or organization:
Resume & Cover Letter Writing - It's not as easy as you think and one size does not fit all. Learn the art of crafting resumes and cover letters that effectively market your skills and qualifications.
The Essentials of Interviewing – How to prepare for, perform during, and follow up on interviews. What to say and how to say it; what not to say and how to avoid it. Get interviewing tips that help win jobs and internships.
Job Offer Evaluation & Salary Negotiation - How much do you need to make? How much do you want to make? What will the market bear? Negotiations start long before the job offer is made, so you want to be prepared before you start interviewing.
How Companies Hire - Learn how different types of companies and different industries recruit entry-level candidates.
How not to get FIRED! – A review of strategies you can use during your first year on the job to ensure your successful transition to the workplace.
Where Are They Now? 1999-2000 Graduates Five Years Later – A review of the results of the Next Steps +5 survey of UT communication graduates from 1999-2000 done in January 2006. Find out where the are now, what they are doing, how much they are making and whether or not they like their jobs.
Applying to Law School – Considering Law School? Get information about the LSAT and tips about the application process, letters of recommendation, and personal essays.
Graduate/Professional School As Your Next Career Step – Thinking of furthering your education? Not sure if graduate school is the right next step? Get information to help you decide.
Using CareerSource - Learn about on-campus recruiting and how the CCS on-line system can assist you with your job or internship search.
CCS workshops are generally 50 minutes long, but can be tailored for your organization’s needs. All we ask is that you give our office at least two weeks notice.
To schedule a workshop, just call CCS at 471-9421, come by CMA 3.102, or email us at ccsmain@austin.utexas.edu We will respond to your request within 48 hours.
PLEASE NOTE: All workshops are offered based on staff availability, so the earlier you make your request, the great flexibility we will have in trying to accommodate your needs.