Career Workshops and Events
Career Development is a lifelong process. The Career Development Center offers a variety of workshops and programs to help students improve job-seeking skills and job development strategies. Learn to become more competitive in the marketplace through our helpful resources.
Career Café
The Career Cafe is open throughout the Fall and Spring Terms in the Cafe Area. Come for free career information on planning, resumes, job searching and interviewing. Upcoming dates:
Spring Term:
- Monday, Feb. 25, noon - 1:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 12, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 23, noon - 1:30 p.m.
If you prefer one-on-one career counseling, make an appointment with the Director of Career Development by calling 410-386-8523 or emailing bgregory@carrollcc.edu.
Career Workshops
Career workshops provide information to assist students in making major career decisions. Workshops require registration, unless otherwise noted. Call 410-386-8523 or visit A118 to register.
Spring Term
- Resume Writing
Thursday, April 11, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
A208 - Limited Seating
Advertisers have just 30 seconds to sell a product; your resume is no different. Most employers scan resumes for 30 seconds to decide if they want to interview someone. Learn to market your special talents and experiences that will make them want to know more about you.
- Workplace Issues
Tuesday, April 16, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
A200
Getting along in the workplace is not as easy as it looks. Learn what can you expect and how to you feel comfortable.
- Professional Branding
Wednesday, April 17; 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
A125
A brand describes distinctive qualities of an object. What do you want the world to know about you?
- Social Networking
Wednesday, April 24, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
C267
Join us for a discussion about social networking sites, privacy and employment.
- What Not to Wear
Tuesday, April 30, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
C267
Is business casual okay to wear to an interview? How do interviewers view piercings? This workshop helps you make decisions about making a good first impression to land that job!
- Myers Briggs Type Indicator
Tuesday, May 7, 3:30-5:pm
A125 - Limited Seating
Your personality impacts most aspects of every day life, including workplace communication. Come to this fun, interactive session and learn about your preferences and strategies for working with others. Sign up in A118. Your Myers Briggs inventory must be completed by noon on Friday, May 3. A $5 deposit required and returned upon completion of workshop.
Advice and a Slice
STEM
Rescheduled date: Wednesday, April 24
5:15 - 6:30 p.m.
K100
Students interested in STEM careers can grab some pizza and listen to a panel discussion about career opportunities!
Leaders Investors and Entrepreneurs
Thursday, March 14, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
K100
Business, marketing and entrepreneurial students can grab some pizza and learn about entrepreneurialism from local business owners.
Business Networking - Canceled
Thursday, April 25, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
K100
