1. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu NWTC Career Services Overview

2. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Understand the services offered through the NWTC Career Services office Navigate the Explore Careers website to look for jobs and find job search tips Register for TechConnect and a Credential File

3. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Interest assessment tools Resume and cover letter writing guidance Interview coaching and practicing Job Search Strategies including our on-line recruiting software – TechConnect Career Fair Preparation Business etiquette advice Networking Skills

4. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Resumes can be submitted for review via email to careers@nwtc.edu or dropped off in the career center (SC235) careers@nwtc.edu 1-2 week turnaround time for reviews Individual appointments can also be made to review resumes. An employer will spend less than 30 seconds reviewing your resume before deciding “yes” or “no”

5. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu The mock interview will consist of a 45 minute one-on- one appointment The interview can be a generic interview or practice for a specific position Walk out the door with specific strategies to increase your interviewing confidence

6. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Research companies/employers Develop a networking plan Review job search websites Research salary information We can help… Expand your job search- Online job posting boards (including TechConnect) only show about 40% of open jobs in the market

7. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu www.nwtc.edu Click on Explore Careers

8. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Resume and Cover Letter Tips Prepare for a Job Search TechConnect Look for a Job

9. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Each time you log in, check for Announcements and Upcoming events

10. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Obtain a registration form online or from Career Services Once you have filled out the registration form, you are enrolled in Wisconsin TechConnect Use a personal email address rather than your NWTC account which deactivates after graduation. Be sure to include the name of your program.

11. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu You may have up to 3 references on file Career Services maintains the file for 2 years 1.You fill out the front 2.The instructor will fill out the back and return to Career Services 3.Get a copy from us once it is entered

12. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu Workshops Networking | October 13, 3-4pm Learn how to find “hidden jobs” by creating and expanding your network. Health Resumes | November 2, 3-4pm Employer led with a focus on resumes for the health industry. Trades Resumes | November 4, 3-4pm Employer led focusing on how to write a resume for the trades industry. Business Resumes | November 9, 3-4pm Employer led with a focus on resumes for the business world. Interviewing Skills | November 11, 3-4pm Learn the do’s and don’ts of interviewing, and get some practice. All Workshops will take place in room SC235 Job Fairs Be Your Own Boss | March 30 th All Campus (Including Health) | April 6 th Job Fairs will be held in the Cafeteria

13. Career Services Explore. Prepare. Succeed. 920.498.6250 | www.nwtc.edu | careers@nwtc.edu For more information about how to conduct a professional job search, please contact Career Services. NWTC Career Services Student Center, Room SC235 careers@nwtc.edu 920-498-6250 www.nwtc.edu, click on Explore Careers