CAREER & TRANSFER PLANNING WORKSHOP

Presented by The Career & Transfer Center

What does the Career & Transfer Center do?

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The Career & Transfer Center Services

Career Counseling: Career Assessments, Job search, Resume/cover letter and interviewing skills

Transfer Counseling Cooperative Education & Internship Program College Work-Study Placement Nursing Credential Program Computer lab and resource center Job Connection: www.sunysuffolk.edu/jobs Events, fairs and workshops

Visit our website at www.suffolkstudents.webs.com for information & resources.

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Test your career knowledge Test your career knowledge with a Quick Quiz!with a Quick Quiz!

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Quick Quiz

1. According to a recent survey, what percent of employers use GPA as a way to screen candidates?

a. 0%b. 50%c. Over 70%d. Over 20%

Resource: NACE Job Outlook 2012

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Quick Quiz

2. What is the number one attribute employers want to see on a candidate’s resume?

a. Ability to work in a teamb.Initiativec. Creativityd. Strong work ethic

Resource: NACE Job Outlook 2012

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Quick Quiz

3. True or False, the use of career services increases the likelihood of a student getting a job offer?

-TRUE

Resource: NACE 2010 Student Survey

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Quick Quiz

4. True or False, employers may look at any information you have online (facebook, etc.) and use that in a hiring decision?

-TRUE

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Free web-based tool for students and alumni.

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Getting Started

• Consider what help you need• What have you already done?• Do a few things each semester• Get involved• Connect with Faculty, Counselors, Advisors and

staff• Take advantage of college resources

It’s NEVER TOO EARLY to start planning for a career!

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We hope to see you soon!

Location: Nesconset Hall, Suite One

Call us at:(631) 851-6876

Start your journey towards a career today!

Hours:Monday-Friday8:00am-5:00pm

*Limited evening hours areavailable by appointment

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