C2C: College 2 Career Series
We offer workshops for undergraduate and graduate students on a variety of professional development topics.
Undergraduate Workshops
Internship Success Student Panel
January 30, 2024 | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Peacock hall 1010
Students who have an internship experience are 2x as likely to have a job by graduation compared to students who have not had an internship experience. These experiences provide students an opportunity to put their academics into practice and gain real world experience. Please join us to hear from students who have interned with a variety of industries, and learn about their experiences, strategies they used in the hiring process, and lessons learned.
Courageous Conversations: Straight Talk from Black Alumni on Navigating the Career Maze
February 21, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Parkway Ballroom, Plemmons Student Union
Register Here! (via WCOB website)
Recent graduates of the WCOB will share their experiences navigating the job search and finding the right fit during their first steps on their chosen career paths. In this Q&A style panel, alumni will discuss how to handle bias and navigate barriers as well as ways to identify--or create--a welcoming and inclusive workplace
Career Fair Insights
February 27, 2024 | 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Peacock Hall 1010
As you prepare to attend Walker Spring Connect on March 5th, make sure you join us for this informative panel on how to put your best foot forward. Topics covered in past panel discussions have included information on: how to approach employers at the fair, professional dress expectations, how to prepare, and benefits of attending the fair to network. Companies represented in the panel will all attend the fair so seize the opportunity to network with recruiters before the fair.
Graduate Workshops
Career Planning Bootcamp and Resume Revamp
Tuesday, January 23, 2024 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Peacock Hall 1018
Come learn about the career planning resources available to you as a graduate student and get a jumpstart on preparing for your next professional role beyond graduate school. Bring your laptops and an updated version of your resume as you articulate your experiences as a graduate student in a format and style that resonates with employers.
Utilizing MBTI Personality Inventory to navigate Job Searching
Tuesday, February 13 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Peacock Hall 1018
Do you wonder how your personality can influence choosing a career, job searching, networking and interviewing? This interactive class will provide valuable insight into your personality type and the potential strengths and challenges related to career planning, advancement, networking, negotiation and interviewing. Students must complete MBTI inventory by February 8 to receive results and attend this workshop.
*Limited availability; Signup via Handshake required
Virtual Practice Interviews for Graduate Students
Friday, February 16, 2024 | 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. | Virtual
Practice your interviewing skills and receive feedback from an experienced industry professional.
*Limited availability; Signup required
Lunch and Learn with NC Department of Revenue
Tuesday, February 27, 2024 | Time: 12:30 pm-1:30 pm | Peacock Hall 4140
Connect with a representative from the NC Department of Revenue over lunch to learn about internship and job opportunities.
Lunch will be provided.
*Limited availability; Signup via Handshake required
Truist Emerging Leaders Certification
Tuesday, March 19 & Tuesday, March 26, 2024 | Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Peacock Hall 1018
This highly interactive certification focuses on the self-awareness necessary to lead others more effectively. After completing the program, students will be equipped with practical tools and strategies useful for overcoming leadership shortcomings discovered during the sessions. They will also identify their Leadership Purpose, a working statement identifying their leadership goals. Students must attend both 2 hour sessions to receive the certification and points.
*Limited availability; Signup required for both sessions required via Handshake.
Speed Interviewing and Salary Negotiation
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Peacock Hall 1018
During this interactive workshop, you will gain experience as the interviewee and the interviewer as you learn the stages of interviews and practice answering different types of questions. We will also cover best practices for salary negotiation.