1. Professional Development Tools © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College. SHC CDP Created by Nicholas Fakelmann

2. Skills Taught 1.Applications 2.Communication 3.Interviewing 4.Negotiation 5.Networking © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

3. Applications 1.Transcript 2.Testing 3.Letters of recommendation 4.Essays 5.Interview K.O.D. Personal statements Letters of rec Attempts to impress Writing skills © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

4. Successful writing process 1.Know your goals 2.Acquire skills 3.Make your CV 4.Review frequently GoalsSkillsCV © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

5. Résumés 1.Heading 2.Education 3.Experience 4.Leadership 5.Honors/Awards/Skills Objective Statement? References ? Engineering Eberly Liberal Arts Ag Science Smeal © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

6. Curriculum Vitae 1.Academic qualifications 2.Licenses or certifications 3.Relevant coursework 4.Research or lab skills 5.Thesis description 6.Publications? 7.Professional presentations? © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

7. Making a Cover Letter 1.Intro 2.Body 3.Closing Goal: You are best candidate Adds personality to application Test communication skills Key Elements: © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

8. Interview “An examination of an applicant for a job, college admission, etc.” Types: 1. Informational 2. Behavioral-Based 3. Task Oriented 4. Stress © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

9. Process Overview Prospecting Interest Qualifications Goals Applying Site Visits Info Interview Portfolio Interviewing ? Types STARR Method Follow Up ProspectingApplyingInterviewing © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

10. STARR Method Reflection Situation Task Action Result © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

11. Other Interviewing © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

12. Agreement The Negotiation Process MidpointMaximum Midpoint Maximum You Employer © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

13. Benefits Signing Bonus Reviews & Raises Promotions EOY Bonus401(k) Overtime & Pay Insurance Financial Planning Paid Time Off Personal Days Vacation © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

14. Benefits Negotiating You E2 Vacation Time Employer Contributions Sign-On Bonus Insurance Benefits © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

15. Goals Ideal Career What Image Do You Give? What Can You Offer? How Else Can You Show Off? ? © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

16. Branding Increase Likeability Promote Awareness Boost Credibility Trust Authenticity Transparency © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

17. Business Cards Name Preferred Contact Info Year School Major Address Phone Number At the intern level, a picture works well © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

18. Table Etiquette © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College.

19. Professional Development Tools © 2013 Schreyer Honors College Information may not be reproduced without express consent of the Schreyer Honors College. SHC CDP Created by Nicholas Fakelmann