The Last Events of the Year!

Pride Shadowing Program
The PRIDE Shadowing Program is an opportunity for students to explore possible career fields and gain exposure to the professional work environment. Participants will visit a host organization for one day and learn first hand how classroom learning can be linked to career choices and further educational goals. Shadowing can help students obtain knowledge that comes only from being in the job setting.

Department of Education (DOE) Information session
At this event student will be able to get assistance updating their online applications and ask questions about the Department of Education.
Student Center Greenhouse
Friday, May 5, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm 

Don't miss the last events for the 2017 Spring Semester!

Pride Shadowing Program
The PRIDE Shadowing Program is an opportunity for students to explore possible career fields and gain exposure to the professional work environment. Participants will visit a host organization for one day and learn first hand how classroom learning can be linked to career choices and further educational goals. Shadowing can help students obtain knowledge that comes only from being in the job setting.

Seeking Purpose Series: Dr. Preeti Gupta
Come hear Dr. Preeti Gupta speak about her experiences as Director for Youth Learning and Research at the American Museum of Natural History. Dr. Preeti Gupta is responsible for strategic planning, program development and research and evaluation for out of school time youth initiatives at the American Museum of Natural History. Her portfolio also includes leading the summer museum residency components of the newly initiated Masters of Arts in Teaching program for Earth Science teachers. Her research interests are focused on the trajectories of youth’s experiences with science in and out of school settings, the role that museums play in motivation and deepening engagement with STEM and STEM careers, youth employment and workforce development and the factors that mediate how youth identify with the scientific enterprise.
Wednesday, April 26, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
SC Plaza Rooms - Student Center

“I went to the Spring Career Fair, now what?”

It was great seeing so many of you at the Spring 2017 Career Fair! This was our largest fair to date, with over 700 students attending, and we hope that you had a positive experience. For some of you, it might be clear what your next steps are, and not so much for others. Either way is completely okay! Hopefully these scenarios and suggestions can help.

* Met with great companies, but they don’t have positions of interest: In this scenario, you have the advantage of having connected with some recruiters, and this is the first step of the relationship building process. One suggestion is to message the recruiter periodically (maybe start with once a semester) and keep him or her informed with your updates and what you are interested in pursuing; the updates will help keep your name and story top of mind for when opportunities of interest do open up within the company. Another suggestion is to use the insights that you gathered from the conversations to help you gain more clarity around what attributes you are looking for in a company and then you can articulate that in conversations with other companies as part of your reason for why you want to work with them. 

* Met with great companies, and they have positions of interest, but you don’t qualify for them: In this scenario, you have connected with recruiters, which is important. The next step would be to do some introspective reflection and assess why you don’t qualify for the positions of interest. Is it because the position requires a certain class year? GPA? Other experience? Have no fear, you are not the first person to encounter these obstacles, nor will you be the last. If you weren’t able to address these perceived barriers in your initial conversation, we would encourage you to follow-up with the recruiter and share with them your value proposition for why you are a great candidate for the position, even if you don’t check off all the boxes they are looking for in an ideal candidate. This scenario is all about selling your story, hustling hard (see post "It's ALL about Hustle"), and applying anyway. Feel free to schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor to help you develop and sell your story.

* Didn’t see any companies of interest: We thank you for coming to the Career Fair anyway and hope that you were able to have some good conversations even if they didn’t pique your interest. Although this scenario can be frustrating, it can also help you gain some more clarity around what it is that you are looking for in a company; sometimes the best way to figure out what you want is by knowing what you don’t want. We recommend that you schedule an appointment with at Career Counselor to debrief on your Career Fair experience and what your strategy should be moving forward.

We at the Career Center are here to help you throughout your different scenarios, so don’t hesitate to come in for our drop-in hours (between 10-11am and 2-4pm every day the university is open) or schedule an appointment with a counselor. 

Happy Spring!

Ava Danville, MBA

Assistant Director

The Career Center, Hofstra University

P.s. As a reminder, if you have not yet sent follow-up thank you emails to any recruiters you spoke with, we recommend that you do that as soon as possible and include some information about your conversation to refresh their memory.

Hofstra Career Events You Just CAN'T Miss!

Spring 2017 Career Fair
Lots of employers will be at the fair offering both amazing internship and job opportunities that you just can't miss!! This event is for undergraduates, graduates AND alumni! Make great connections and put your personal brand to the test! Register on Handshake!
Wednesday, April 5, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex, Hofstra University

Health and Helping Professions Career Fair
Over 30+ employers will be at the fair offering internship and job opportunities in the health and helping professions fields. This event is for undergraduates, graduates AND alumni! Register on Handshake to attend!
Tuesday, Apr 11 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Hofstra University, MultiPurpose Room

Career Fair Kick Off
The Career Fair Kick Off is coming up! Come during common hour on March 29th, in the Student Center atrium for free snacks and quick tips on the Career Fair that is taking place on April 5th, from 11-2pm in the Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex!
**NOTE** Students are encouraged to bring their resumes in order for them to be critiqued.
You can register for the Career Fair here -> https://hofstra.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/1329

Management Training Information Session
Undergraduate students of all class levels and majors who are interested in management will not want to miss this event! Come meet representatives from companies that offer full-time management training programs. Find out what these hiring managers look for in a candidate, and what opportunities they may have for you! Advance registration is recommended. Please contact The Career Center at 516-463-5833 with any questions.
Wednesday, March 29, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Brower Hall, Room 102

Green Careers
Interested in learning more about the Sustainability and what careers can be found within the industry? Join The Career Center and the Hofstra University Sustainability Department for a panel of professionals, followed by an opportunity to meet and build up your professional network!
Wednesday, April 12, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Career Lab - Career Center, M. Robert Lowe Hall

For more events, check out Handshake at hofstra.edu/careerhub.