1. Careers 101

2. Overview

3.  Understanding yourself better can help with career development.

4.  Resume  Cover letters and emails  30-second commercial

5.  Most recruiters and hiring managers will eventually want to know how much you know about the company and the position for which you have applied.  Conducting background research will help demonstrate this knowledge and it will also indicate how seriously you want the job.

6.  Career Fair/ Job Fairs  On-Campus Recruiting  Information Sessions  Internships  Also at www.uta.edu/business/careers you’ll find more links to connection opportunities.

7.  NETWORKING is still the preferred method of connecting to employers. Use for Professional networking with employers: Use for social networking with friends: (user beware—you’re future boss may be watching!) Networking events, gatherings, mixers, meetings are also very good opportunities

8.  Phone interview or face-to-face  Mock interviews

9. Following up after an interview is just as important as developing a winning resume. Thank You letters, or any other form of communication necessary to further demonstrate your enthusiasm and interest in the position.

10. How Do I Visit Career Services  Two locations on campus:  University Career Services, Room 216 Davis Hall  We’re available online 24 / 7 @ http://uta.edu/business/careers

11. Contact Information  Michael A. Buckman  Assistant to the Dean for Corporate Relations  Business Building 305  817 272 9135  Buckman@uta.edu Buckman@uta.edu

12. Questions