Professional Development Tools

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Skills Taught

1. Applications2. Communication3. Interviewing4. Negotiation5. Networking

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Applications1. Transcript2. Testing3. Letters of recommendation4. Essays5. Interview

K.O.D.• Personal statements• Letters of rec

• Attempts to impress• Writing skills© 2013 Schreyer Honors College

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Successful writing process

1. Know your goals2. Acquire skills3. Make your CV4. Review frequently

Goals Skills CV

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Résumés

1. Heading

2. Education

3. Experience

4. Leadership

5. Honors/Awards/Skills

Objective Statement?

References?

Engineering

Eberly

Liberal Arts

Ag Science

Smeal

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Curriculum Vitae1. Academic qualifications

2. Licenses or certifications

3. Relevant coursework

4. Research or lab skills

5. Thesis description

6. Publications?

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Making a Cover Letter

1. Intro

2. Body

3. Closing

Goal: You are best candidate

Adds personality to application

Test communication skills

Key Elements:

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Interview

“An examination of an applicant for a job, college admission, etc.”

Types:1. Informational2. Behavioral-Based3. Task Oriented 4. Stress

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Process Overview

Prospecting• Interest• Qualifications• Goals

Applying• Site Visits• Info Interview• Portfolio

Interviewing• ? Types• STARR Method• Follow Up

Prospecting Applying Interviewing

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STARR Method

Reflection

Situation

Task

ActionResult

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Other Interviewing

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Agreement

The Negotiation ProcessMidpoint Maximum

MidpointMaximum

You

Employer

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Benefits

Signing Bonus

Reviews & Raises Promotions

EOY Bonus 401(k) Overtime & Pay

Insurance Financial Planning

Paid Time Off

Personal Days Vacation© 2013 Schreyer Honors College

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Benefits Negotiating

You

E2

Vacation Time

Employer Contributions

Sign-On Bonus

Insurance

Benefits

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Goals

Your Brand Revisited

Ideal Career

What Image Do You Give?

What Can You Offer?

How Else Can You Show Off?

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Branding

Increase Likeability

Promote Awareness

Boost Credibility

TrustAuthenticityTransparency

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Business CardsNamePreferred Contact Info

YearSchoolMajor

AddressPhone Number

At the intern level, a picture works well

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Table Etiquette

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Professional Development Tools

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