1. CAREER & TRANSFER PLANNING WORKSHOP Presented by The Career & Transfer Center

2. What does the Career & Transfer Center do? 2

3. The Career & Transfer Center Services Career Counseling: Career Assessments, Job search, Resume/cover letter and interviewing skills Transfer Counseling Cooperative Education & Internship Program College Work-Study Placement Nursing Credential Program Computer lab and resource center Job Connection: www.sunysuffolk.edu/jobswww.sunysuffolk.edu/jobs Events, fairs and workshops Visit our website at www.suffolkstudents.webs.comwww.suffolkstudents.webs.com for information & resources. 3

4. Test your career knowledge with a Quick Quiz! 4

5. Quick Quiz 1.According to a recent survey, what percent of employers use GPA as a way to screen candidates? a.0% b.50% c.Over 70% d.Over 20% Resource: NACE Job Outlook 2012 5

6. Quick Quiz 2. What is the number one attribute employers want to see on a candidate’s resume? a.Ability to work in a team b.Initiative c.Creativity d. Strong work ethic Resource: NACE Job Outlook 2012 6

7. Quick Quiz 3. True or False, the use of career services increases the likelihood of a student getting a job offer? -TRUE Resource: NACE 2010 Student Survey 7

8. Quick Quiz 4. True or False, employers may look at any information you have online (facebook, etc.) and use that in a hiring decision? -TRUE 8

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12. Free web-based tool for students and alumni. 12

13. Getting Started Consider what help you need What have you already done? Do a few things each semester Get involved Connect with Faculty, Counselors, Advisors and staff Take advantage of college resources It’s NEVER TOO EARLY to start planning for a career! 13

14. We hope to see you soon! Location: Nesconset Hall, Suite One Call us at: (631) 851-6876 Start your journey towards a career today! Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm *Limited evening hours are available by appointment 14