Newest Events - EIU Event Calendar

Tuesday, December 03, 2013 - Job Shadowing Prep Sessions

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0600

These sessions are mandatory for students selected for job shadowings. We will go over professional dress, business etiquette, informational interviews, and prepare an 'elevator pitch'. Students arranging their own job shadowing or conducting one arranged through faculty or staff may also attend.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Monday, December 02, 2013 - Job Shadowing Prep Sessions

Mon, 02 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Monday, December 02, 2013 - Job Shadowing Prep Sessions

Mon, 02 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013 - Internships: Savvy Techniques for Finding Them During Winter Break

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Ah, soon winter break will be upon us--traveling home, sleeping in, eating mom's home cooking, holiday fun with your friends, and internship searching...internship what?!?

Application deadlines are approaching quicker than you think. We will show you techniques and resources to get the ball rolling!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Thursday, November 14, 2013 - Mock Interview Day with Career Services

Thu, 14 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a Career Counselor to practice developing your interview skills, get valuable advice and learn techniques to overcome the fear of interviewing and let your inner rock start shine at your next internship or job interview!

Reservations required. Call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013 - 30-Minute Resumes

Tue, 12 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Don't have a resume or just trying to make yours outstanding?

Reservations required. Call 217-581-2412 to reserve your 30-minute time slot with an experienced resume writer who will make you look fabulous!

Wednesday, October 30, 2013 - How to Find a Job!

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Sounds basic doesn't it? Learn how to tap into the hidden market and utilize resources you may not be aware of to effectively find employers that are hiring!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Monday, October 28, 2013 - Job Fair Prep for Education Majors

Mon, 28 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

What do I say to School Administrators at the Job Fair? What will they ask me? I don't really need to wear professional attire do I?

Get valuable tips and information so you can be successful at the Fall Education Job Fair.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013 - How to Use Greek Life in an Interview

Tue, 22 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Learn how to effectively articulate in an interview those transferrable skills you have gained through your Greek Life experiences, accomplishments, leadership and teamwork.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013 - Mock Interview Day with Career Services

Wed, 16 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a career counselor to practice developing your interview skills, get valuable advice and learn techniques to overcome the fair of interviewing and let your inner rock star shine at your next internship or job interview!

Reservations required. Call 217-581-2412.

Monday, October 21, 2013 - Graduate School - Is It For Me?

Mon, 21 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Get your questions answered from a panel of graduate admissions experts on everything you ever wanted to know about graduate school.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Thursday, October 10, 2013 - Exploring Careers Through Job Shadowing (Underclassmen/Undecided Majors)

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Interested in shadowing a professional throughout the day to see what the field is really like? Consider an Externship! Learn the benefits & how to find them.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, October 08, 2013 - How to Build an e-Resume

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Don't let your resume get garbled in transmission! Learn how to create a resume that will look good when emailed, scanned or viewed within a simple text editor.

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Monday, October 07, 2013 - Making Connections Through Job Shadowing (Upperclassmen Session)

Mon, 07 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Learn how job shadowing can help you build your professional network of contacts needed in the internship and career planning process!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Wednesday, October 02, 2013 - Solving the Mystery of Internships

Wed, 02 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Discover the facts and myths of internships and leave with a clear understanding of what they are, effective ways to find them, and what you should start doing now to get one!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, October 01, 2013 - How to Find a Job!

Tue, 01 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Sounds basic doesn't it? Learn how to tap into the hidden market and utilize resources you may not be aware of to effectively find employers that are hiring!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Monday, September 30, 2013 - How to Build your LinkedIn Account

Mon, 30 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Learn how to maximize your exposure to connect with employers and find internships or jobs using this professional social media tool. Learn how to build your LinkedIn Account and get started!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - Job Fair Prep Workshop

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Get ready for tomorrow's job fair! Learn how to make the most of the fair: to build relationships, make employers remember you, what to say, when to come and how long to stay, and much more!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - Job Fair Prep Workshop

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Learn how to make the most of a job fair: to build relationships, make employers remember you, what to say, when to come and how long to stay, and much more!

Reservations required. RSVP at www.eiu.edu/careers/panther_recruit.php or call 217-581-2412.

Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - Mock Interview Day with Employers

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Schedule a practice interview with a visiting employer. Get feedback on your answers to interview questions, and the questions you plan to ask employers. Real hiring agents have great hints on how to make you into the best candidate!

Reservations required. Call 217-581-2142.