1. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. Kauffman Scholars, Inc. admits students of any race, color, and national origin and without regard to other protected status as provided in its Non-Discrimination Policy. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Readiness Strategies Postsecondary Parent Summit Class 5 - 6

2. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Agenda Career Services Overview Upcoming Events Career Readiness Strategies Parental Support Strategies 2016 Legacy Internship Q&A

3. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Services Overview Your scholar can schedule a career advising appointment for assistance with the following:  Resume Review  Mock Interviews  Job/Internship Search  Career Shadowing  Mentoring  Cover Letters  Personal Branding  Professional Networking  Career Exploration  Strengths/Skills Assessment  Much more! Appointments can be in-person, by phone, or by video chat!

4. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Upcoming Events REAL Talk: Interview Preparation Saturday, February 20 EMKF Conference Center Open to any high school or college students Pre-registration required, online at www.kauffmanscholars.orgwww.kauffmanscholars.org 2016 Graduation Celebration Saturday, June 11 Arrowhead Stadium, Arrowhead North Club Celebrating our high school and collegiate scholars!

5. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org 5 Career Readiness Strategies Class 5 – 6 (Freshman/Sophomore) 1.Visit the Campus Career Center –Underused, but highly valuable –Conveniently on campus –Targeted jobs/internships –FREE resource! –Example: MU Career Center & hiremizzoutigers.comMU Career Centerhiremizzoutigers.com

6. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Readiness Strategies Class 5 – 6 (Freshman/Sophomore) 2.Build Your Network –Develop relationships with professors –Join student organizations –Initiate informational interviews –Seek a mentor College professors and professional student organizations are great resources for job referrals, recommendation letters, and networking!

7. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Readiness Strategies Class 5 – 6 (Freshman/Sophomore) 3.Taste a Piece of the Pie –Volunteer –Job Shadow –Intern –Work Part-Time –Freelance Experience is a great tool for career readiness. Scholars should find out if the career they imagine or the companies they long to work for are the best fit for them!

8. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Readiness Strategies Class 5 – 6 (Freshman/Sophomore) 4.Self-Awareness Key Questions: –What do I enjoy doing? –What am I passionate about? –What could I do for free? –What are my strengths? The question should not be “What do I want to be?” rather… “What problems do I want to solve?”

9. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Career Readiness Strategies Class 5 – 6 (Freshman/Sophomore) 5.Attend Career Fairs –It’s never too early to attend! –Dress professionally/be well groomed –Bring copies of a one-page resume –Business cards are a plus! –Be prepared with 30-second elevator speech –Follow up with thank you cards/emails Be prepared! Some employers may host on campus interviews immediately after the career fair.

10. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org Parental Support Strategies 1.Initiate career conversations 2.Encourage your scholar to be proactive! 3.Use your own network to explore opportunities 4.Conduct mock interviews with your scholar 5.Provide constructive feedback Open Discussion: How have you supported your scholar’s career development and readiness?

11. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. www.kauffmanscholars.org 2016 Legacy Internship 8 week, paid summer internship Will work closely with KSI and the Education Team 10 scholars selected Eligibility Requirements: Class 2 - 6 scholars only Resume and cover letter required Scholar must be in Good Standing with KSI Online application will be available soon on the KSI website!

12. © 2015 Kauffman Scholars, Inc. Q&A India Wells-Carter Career & Alumni Coordinator iwells-carter@kauffmanscholars.org 816-932-1264 (office) 816-313-7634 (cell) Thank you!