Events Calendar
The purpose of the Career Events Calendar is to provide a centralized
resource of information on career-related events and programs
for students. The events listed below are presented by academic
and University departments to assist SF State students in their
career planning.
Guidelines for Guests Attending Events
The Career Center is committed to creating a safe, professional,
business-like environment during all career events. The staff
wants to proactively assist organizations, sponsors and guests
attending career events to ensure a positive beneficial experience.
By attending, you understand that you are a guest of the
organizations sponsoring the career event and agree that you
will follow the Code of Conduct. You also understand that
the Career Center reserves the right to ask guests to leave.
Career Event Code of
Conduct
On-Going Events
On-Campus Interviewing (OCI)
Employers will conduct on-campus interviews from September
28 - November 20 in the Career Center. Be sure to attend an
optional OCI Program Orientation Workshop
and learn strategies for using GatorJOBS to sign up for on-campus
interviews.
Employers seeking more information about
the OCI program can click
here or call (415) 338-1764
"Workshops at Four"
To help students identify and find their dream careers in
a tight, competitive job market, the Career Center will present
a series of workshops on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
in SSB 206.
In collaboration with the College of Business, the workshops
will be repeated on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. in BUS 202.
Seating is limited for all workshops, so arrive early. Attend
and receive priority access to other career programs and events.
For more information on these workshops, see the workshop
schedule listed below.
Workshops for International Students
The Office of International Programs (OIP) offers a series
of workshops of special interest to F-1 Visa international
students that provide current information about working in
the U.S. Other workshops are very specific and discuss Practical
Training, H1-B Visa and permanent residency. For a complete
schedule of OIP workshops and to register, go to: www.sfsu.edu/~oip.
In collaboration with OIP, the Career Center also offers a
special workshop, So, You Want to Work in the
U.S.?
For more information on these workshops, see the workshop
schedule in this brochure.
15 - Employment Seminar for F-1 Visa Students
- 12 pm - ADM 458A
International (F-1 Visa) students who want to work either
on- or off-campus will learn about the various types of work
permits that are available to them. Discuss each type of employment
authorization and review the application procedures. www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
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on: |
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| Monday |
Oct.
19 |
2
pm |
ADM
458A |
| Thursday |
Nov.
12 |
11
am |
ADM
458A |
On-Campus Interviewing Program
Orientation (OCI) - "Workshops
at 4"
Attend this optional orientation workshop if you are interested
in participating in the On-Campus Interviewing (OCI) Program
with employers. Learn how to effectively use GatorJOBS to
schedule interview appointments and /or get clarification
to the The OCI
Process handout. OCI begins September 28th.
| Tuesday |
Sept.
15 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Sept.
16 |
4
pm |
BUS
202 |
| Thursday |
Sept.
17 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
17 - Post-Completion Practical Training
(PCPT) - 1 pm -ADM 458A
Designed for international (F-1 Visa) students, this workshop
will focus on applying for Post-Completion Practical Training
(PCPT). www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html ((Repeated
on: Wed. Oct. 14 3 p.m. ADM 458A))
Make the Interview Count
- "Workshops
at 4"
Improve your interviewing skills through interactive activities.
Learn to use Perfect Interview, the Career Center’s
Web-based resource. You can even conduct your own on-line
practice interviews.
| Tuesday |
Sept.
22 |
4
pm |
SSB 206 |
| Wednesday |
Sept.
23 |
4
pm |
BUS
202 |
| Thursday |
Sept.
24 |
4
pm |
SSB 206 |
So, You Want to Work in the U.S.? -
"Workshops at 4"
International F-1 Visa students who are interested in doing
an internship or working in the U.S. will learn strategies
for conducting a U.S.-style job search, and the realities
of working in the U.S.
| Tuesday |
Sept.
29 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Sept.
30 |
4
pm |
BUS
202 |
| Thusday |
Oct.
1 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
6
- Graduate School Fair - 11-2 pm -Quad /
Main Lawn
Meet with recruiters to explore the options of post-graduate
education at SF State, professional schools and other institutions.
Rev Up Your Resume
- "Workshops at
4"
Learn how to tailor your resume to your career goals. You
will also be introduced to Optimal Resume, the Career Center’s
Web-based resource, to help you create your resume. Attend
one of these workshops and receive priority sign-up to participate
in the Resume Critique Day
(Resume Clinic) on Thursday, October 27.
| Tuesday |
Oct.
6 |
4pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Oct. 7 |
4pm |
BUS 202 |
| Thursday |
Oct. 8 |
4pm |
SSB 206 |
| Tuesday |
Oct. 13 |
4pm |
SSB 206 |
| Wednesday |
Oct. 14 |
4pm |
BUS 202 |
| Thursday |
Oct. 15 |
4pm |
SSB 206 |
8 - Practical Training Workshops - 1 pm
- ADM 458A
Designed for international (F-1 Visa) students who are interested
in applying for practical training. www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
| Repeated
on: |
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| Monday |
Nov.
9 |
2
pm |
ADM
458A |
| Tuesday |
Dec.
1 |
3
pm |
ADM
458A |
9 & 10 - Career Forum
- Hollywood, CA
The Career Forum has become a popular event. Held in Boston
and Los Angeles, the forum brings together world-class companies
and Japanese-English bilinguals. You will be able to interview
with global companies. Pre-registration is recommended.
Apply early for limited travel scholarships. For more information,
go to: www.careerforum.net
14 - Post-Completion Practical Training
(PCPT) - 3 pm -ADM 458A
Designed for international (F-1 Visa) students, this workshop
will focus on applying for Post-Completion Practical Training
(PCPT). www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
19 - Nursing Career Symposium - 11am–3pm
- Seven Hills Conf Center (across
from Mary Ward Hall)This symposium is for students
and alumni interested in nursing careers. Meet Bay Area
employers at a networking session followed by panel presentations
on nursing careers and job-search strategies.
Co-sponsored by the School
of Nursing and the Nursing
Student Association.
19 - Employment Seminar for F-1 Visa Students
- 2 pm - ADM 458A
International (F-1 Visa) students who want to work either
on- or off-campus will learn about the various types of
work permits that are available to them. Discuss each type
of employment authorization and review the application procedures.
www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
| Repeated
on: |
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| Thursday |
Nov.
12 |
11
am |
ADM
458A |
Make a Job Fair Work for You
- "Workshops
at 4"
Attend this workshop to learn what really goes on at a job
fair. This workshop will discuss how you can make a positive
impression with employers and standout at the Career Expo
on Friday, October 30.
Reminder: Attend this workshop and receive an Early Access
Pass to the Career Expo on October 30.
| Tuesday |
Oct.
20 |
4 pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Oct. 21 |
4 pm |
BUS 202 |
| Thursday |
Oct. 22 |
4 pm |
SSB 206 |
| Tuesday |
Oct. 27 |
4 pm |
SSB 206 |
| Wednesday |
Oct. 28 |
4 pm |
BUS 202 |
27 - Resume Critique Day
- 10am-4pm - Cesar Chavez Student Center, 1st Floor - Plaza
Level
Does your resume need a check-up? Will it get and keep the
attention of employers? Employers, career professionals
and alumni will be available to review your resume, and
offer immediate feedback and suggestions during the resume
clinic.
((Attend a Rev
Up Your Resume workshop and receive priority
sign-up to have your resume critiqued.))
29 & 30 - Walt Disney
World College Program Presentation - Cesar Chavez
Student Center, Rosa Parks A-C
The Disney College Program offers students in all majors
the opportunity to participate in their paid, internship
program at Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Student may
also participate immediately after graduation. The internship
is also available to F-1 Visa international students. Students
interested in management, hospitality, tourism and recreation
careers are always encouraged to attend the presentation.
For more information, go to: www.disneycollegeprogam.com
| Thursday |
Oct.
29 |
Noon |
Cesar
Chavez Student Center, Rosa Parks A-C |
| Friday |
Oct
30 |
3
pm |
Cesar
Chavez Student Center, Rosa Parks A-C |
30 - Career Expo Fall -
11 a.m. - 3pm Cesar Chavez Student Center - Jack Adams Hall
This is a great opportunity for students and alumni to meet
with employers and learn about internships and full-time employment
opportunities.
Attend a Rev Up Your Resume
or Make a Job Fair Work
for You workshop and receive an Early
Access Pass to the Career Expo.
Early
Access Pass |
11am–
noon |
Regular
Access |
noon
- 3pm |
November
Maximize Your Job Search - "Workshops
at 4"
Cutting-edge job-search strategies are required in today’s
tight economy and competitive job market. Learn valuable
hiring information and successful job-search tips. Develop
a targeted, more focused job- search plan!
| Tuesday |
Nov.
3 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Nov.
4 |
4
pm |
BUS
202 |
| Thursday |
Nov.
5 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
9 - Practical Training Workshops - 2 pm
- ADM 458A
Designed for international (F-1 Visa) students who are interested
in applying for practical training. www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
| Repeated
on: |
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| Tuesday |
Dec.
1 |
3
pm |
ADM
458A |
12 - Employment Seminar for F-1 Visa Students
- 11 am - ADM 458A
International (F-1 Visa) students who want to work either
on- or off-campus will learn about the various types of
work permits that are available to them. Discuss each type
of employment authorization and review the application procedures.
www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
Finding the Perfect Internship
- "Workshops
at 4"
Career-related work experience will be a major advantage
to candidates in today’s competitive job market. Discover
the steps for finding an internship or co-op position. All
juniors are encouraged to attend.
| Tuesday |
Nov.
17 |
4
pm |
SSB
206 |
| Wednesday |
Nov.
18 |
4
pm |
BUS
202 |
| Thursday |
Nov.
19 |
4
pm |
SSB
20 |
20 & 22 - Career Forum
- Boston, MA
The Career Forum has become a popular event. Held in Boston
and Los Angeles, the forum brings together world-class companies
and Japanese-English bilinguals. You will be able to interview
with global companies. Pre-registration is recommended.
Apply early for limited travel scholarships. For more information,
go to: www.careerforum.net
December
1 - Practical Training Workshops - 3 pm
- ADM 458A
Designed for international (F-1 Visa) students who are interested
in applying for practical training. www.sfsu.edu/~oip/workshops.html
February 2010
23 Media Career Symposium - 4pm-7pm
- Jack Adams Hall
March
2010
2 Technolocy Career Symposium - 5pm-8pm
- Jack Adams Hall
10 Hospitality / Tourism Symposium -
2:30pm-4:00pm - Towers Conference Center
April
2010
8 Disney Presentation - Noon - Rosa
Parks A-C
The Disney College Program offers students in all majors
the opportunity to participate in their paid, internship
program at Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Student may
also participate immediately after graduation. The internship
is also available to F-1 Visa international students.
Students interested in management, hospitality, tourism
and recreation careers are always encouraged to attend
the presentation. For more information, go to: www.disneycollegeprogam.com
9 Career Expo - 11am-3pm - Main Gym
9 Disney Presentation - 3pm - Rosa Parks
A-C
The Disney College Program offers students in all majors
the opportunity to participate in their paid, internship
program at Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Student may
also participate immediately after graduation. The internship
is also available to F-1 Visa international students.
Students interested in management, hospitality, tourism
and recreation careers are always encouraged to attend
the presentation. For more information, go to: www.disneycollegeprogam.com
15 Teacher Career Symposium - 4pm-8pm
- Jack Adams Hall
29 Practice Interview Day - 10am-3pm
Mock interviews with employers will be available on a
first-come, first-served basis. Attend the Make the
Interview Count workshop for priority sign-up.
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