1. Watson Career and Alumni Connections

2. 2 Binghamton University Agenda Services of Fleishman Center Mission of the Watson Career and Alumni Department Importance of Networking Resumes Interviews Watson Career and Alumni Connections

3. Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development University Union 133 www.binghamton.edu/ccpd, 607-777-2400 Facebook.com/Binghamton.Careers @FleishmanCenter

4. 4 Binghamton University Services Exploring Self & Careers Preparing for Job Search Gaining Experience Graduate School Decision-Making and Applications We are here to serve all Bing students!

5. 5 Binghamton University Services, continued Exploring Self & Careers: Exploring Interests, Skills & Values Major/Career Exploration CDCI 200 course Preparing for Job Search Resume, Cover Letter, Interviewing (InterviewStream) Leveraging Social Media Networking / Professional Etiquette Job and Internship Fairs On-campus Recruiting Information Sessions hireBing (was: eRecruiting) Gaining Experience CDCI Internship Program Links to Internship Listings hireBing (was: eRecruiting) Graduate School Is it right for me? Researching options Review of purpose statements

6. 6 Binghamton University Fleishman Center University Union, UU133 Hours: 8:30 am-5:00 pm Walk-in hours: 10-4, Monday thru Friday, until 5:00 Tuesdays http://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/http://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/ - check our upcoming events including the Career Fair on Sept 18 th !

7. Freshman Year Enroll in “Ready for Take-Off” (WTSN 105) Prepare resume/cover letter (list high school experiences) Visit Watson Career and Alumni Connections Department Visit the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development Professional Skills Attend Career and Alumni Connections programming Utilize professional contacts – faculty, family, friends, etc. to build your network Networking Job and Internship Fairs Create LinkedIn profile Create hireBING account Job Search Join a club Participate in activities on campus Join a Watson School student organization Work in teams as much as possible Get involved!

8. Apply for Internships Obtain a Summer job (even if it’s not relevant to your major) Shadow a professional in the field Do volunteer work that interests you and/or shows your passion in the field Summer time

9. 9 Binghamton University Watson Career Connections: Our Mission Professional Skills Training Networking & Engagement Employment Opportunities Increase Placement and Career Success

10. 10 Binghamton University Attend orientations Seminars on Interviewing, Resumes & Cover letter prep, Promoting Yourself, Networking Ready for Takeoff Class Offered – non credit class to provide students with professional skills needed to land a job One-on-One resume / cover letter reviews Resources: Watson Career & Alumni Website, Biweekly newsletters, Social Media, Checklist– what to do to launch your engineering careers Professional Skills Training

11. 11 Binghamton University Industry Tours: NYC and Local tours Industry and Alumni Panels (Career Secrets Panel Sept. 16 th ) Support Campus Job/Internship Fair (Sept. 17 th ) & Metro Career Night Engineers Week 2016 - Kickoff event, Local Alumni Event, Community Day Alumni and Industry mentoring sessions Networking and Engagement Opportunities

12. 12 Binghamton University Upcoming Recruiting/Networking Events: You won't want to miss out!!! 1. Lockheed Martin Informational and Networking Event: 9/8/2015 11:30 am - 1:30 pm in Old Union Hall 2. EY Transfer Student Orientation: 9/10/2015 6-9 pm in UU 102 3. Watson Employer Career Secrets Panel: 9/16/2015 5:30-7:30 pm in ITC ES 2008 4. FALL JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIR: 9/17/2015 11:00 am - 3:30 pm in the Events Center 5. BAE Info-session: 9/17/2015 6-7 pm in UU 133A 6. Deloitte Info-Session: 9/18/2015 12-1 pm in the C-pod Conference Room *Be sure to register for these events in hireBING! Thanks and see you there!!

13. 13 Binghamton University Sample Industry Sessions

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15. 15 Binghamton University Employment Opportunities Making connections with Industry, Alumni, Research Partners Pi Day to Recognize Graduating Students and build bridge to Alumni Network Many CS students find jobs through participating & networking in hackathons and/or ACM programming contests Alumni Events – San Jose, Boston, Seattle, New York City to make connections

16. 16 Binghamton University Checklist to success! Watson Career and Alumni Connections Checklist!! Have you……… Visited our Department Website? Been Checking our biweekly newsletters? Visited Career and Development Center? Visited Watson Career and Alumni Connections Department on Campus? Networked, Networked, Networked? Taken on any leadership Opportunities? Applied to jobs on HireBing? Created and updated your LinkedIn Profile?

17. 17 Binghamton University The Value of Networking

18. 18 Binghamton University  What percentage of individuals obtain jobs via networking??  When should you build your network??  It’s one of the most important processes you will use to obtain a job and need to become very comfortable at it  It’s the process of building alliances and relationships  Powerful tool both in the beginning of your career as well as advancement – you never stop networking!  You need to seek out and connect with individuals who can support your career path  The more you practice the skill, the easier and more proficient you will become at it Networking

19. 19 Binghamton University  Reach out to sources People you know – domestically and internationally Relatives Friends and Acquaintances Co-workers Neighbors Friends of Parents Parents of Friends Alumni Teacher/Professor/University Contacts/Watson Career and Alumni Connections/CDC Peers  Very difficult to find your way in via Human Resources Need to put a face behind the pile of resumes Ways to Develop Network

20. 20 Binghamton University  Reach out to sources People you don’t know but can gain access to ­Online social networks such as LinkedIn ­Alumni Association Professional Network ­Thomas J Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science Alumni ­Binghamton University Alumni Association Job Forum Professional Associations – Students groups Attend Conferences; they often have job fairs Job Fairs Volunteer Work – invest in your future career Internships – Domestically & Internationally Ways to Develop Network

21. 21 Binghamton University Finding a position Utilize a Diverse Approach Fleishman Career Center – hireBING Any connections our office make for with industry, alumni, research are posted via hireBING Visit corporate, research, educational and government website Some other online job resource websites include: www.monster.com www.indeed.com http:engineering.careerbuilder.com www.linkedin.com www.engineeringjobs.com

22. 22 Binghamton University RESUME

23. 23 Binghamton University The Goal: To convey your strengths, objectives, and message in a way that creates interest from employers, ultimately leading to interviews The Purpose: To provide readers with a concise summary of your experiences, skills, and qualifications using a consistent theme/brand

24. 24 Binghamton University Pay attention to Content and Form  Content Concise: phrases not sentences; choose words carefully Think in terms of the reader Gear your resume to the skills, experiences and qualities employers seek Action and results oriented Promote relevant background Factual: do not misrepresent  Form Organize into categories that are easy to read and identify by employers (visually appealing layout) Most relevant information first Consistent presentation Resume Basics

25. 25 Binghamton University The Components of a Bullet What exactly did you do? Start off with a STRONG action verb NO “Responsible for” or “Worked with” What What was your methodology or process? Did you use any relevant software programs? What technical or interpersonal skills did you demonstrate? How What was the purpose/outcome? How did you contribute to the bigger picture? Quantify results if possible. How successful was this experience? Results

26. 26 Binghamton University Strong Content Stronger, more compelling, and consistent content increases the chance for an interview Strong action verbs convey and support your brand NO “laundry lists” Quantify where feasible Search the job description for clues

27. 27 Binghamton University Identifying Information Objective Education Technical Skills/Courses Relevant Experience Lab/Research Experience Computer Science Projects Leadership Experience Activities/Other Experiences Typical Categories Dependent on Experience/ Job Description

28. 28 Binghamton University Identifying Information INCLUDE Name Permanent Address (local for Study Abroad Students) Phone Number Email Address Example:

29. 29 Binghamton University Objective  A brief statement providing focus and direction to your resume indicating what position you seek and what you offer  The rest of the resume should provide evidence of your qualifications for the position you seek optional focus on employer’s needs communicates a sense of direction influences how resume is organized brief -- one or two lines

30. 30 Binghamton University Objective Samples A position as a computer systems analyst at Lockheed Martin An HVAC Intern position at BAE Systems

31. 31 Binghamton University Education  Should Include: institution name degree, major, date expected GPA (overall)  May also include: minor or concentration GPA (major) Honors Honor societies Dean’s list

32. 32 Binghamton University Education Samples

33. 33 Binghamton University Technical Skills / Courses For example: Software Packages, Languages, Operating Systems

34. 34 Binghamton University Relevant/Professional Experiences  Which Experiences Do I Write About? Create a list of all positions and activities in which you have been involved (paid/unpaid) Review the list to identify those that relate most to your objective These are the positions that you will focus on in the Experience section

35. 35 Binghamton University Experience  NOT limited to paid employment  Consider what relates: Internships Volunteer work Campus involvement Employment Independent study Special projects Field work

36. 36 Binghamton University For Each Entry… Include: Organization name, city and state Dates of activity (month/year to month/year) – right justified Position held Bullets – what, how & why/results BE CONSISTENT!

37. 37 Binghamton University Relevant Experiences

38. 38 Binghamton University Project / Lab Experience Projects For example: Senior Project, Junior Project, Environmental Issues Project, Reverse Engineering Project

39. 39 Binghamton University Involvement shows another dimension of you as a candidate Campus activities, volunteer positions, committees, athletics Include position, organization name, location, and dates of involvement (month/year – month/year) Include descriptive statements to highlight skills developed or accomplishments Leadership Experience / Activities

40. 40 Binghamton University Leadership Examples

41. 41 Binghamton University Logistics of a Resume Type in word, send as PDF to retain formatting Set all margins to.5” Point size: name at 14 – 16, text at 10 – 12 Font type: Times New Roman or Arial Keep it to ONE page! Objectives should be specific to company, otherwise left out List position, organization, location, and dates Match verb tense to dates Stay consistent and 100% error free!

42. 42 Binghamton University Quick Resume Tips http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FClWySJ6Sxs Talk show – the severity of typos!

43. 43 Binghamton University Resume Review Resume Review First stop…for resume review – Fleishman Career Center http://www.binghamton.edu/ccpd/ Watson Career and Alumni Connections C-POD of the Engineering Building http://www.binghamton.edu/watson/student- services/career

44. Interview Tips

45. 45 Binghamton University  Why an interview? Getting to know you and if you’re a “fit”  What kind? Phone Virtual Face-to-face Panel Group Interviews

46. 46 Binghamton University What’s the employer looking for? Competence: your ability to do the job. “Can do.” Motivation: your interest in doing the job. “Will do.” Personal Qualities: enabling you to fit well in the organization. “Will get along well.”

47. 47 Binghamton University  Research the firm/organization What are they “known” for? Who are their clients/constituents(profile)? What is the “culture”? Is there a “lingo” to the dept you’re applying to? Why is this important? Glassdoor can be a useful tool! 1 st Step - Prep

48. 48 Binghamton University  Review your resume/application Make sure you can “talk” about everything What did you get out of each experience What do you want to highlight to the interviewer Have a copy with you during interview  Write it down!!! Your highlights or details Questions Still Prepping……

49. 49 Binghamton University Interview Why you? Why This? Why us? Know typical general interview behavioral questions and practice them Tell me about yourself Why have you chosen this major What is your greatest accomplishment What is your greatest challenge Describe a problem you encountered and how you succeeded Talk about a group project Know typical technical interview questions and practice them Still prepping

50. 50 Binghamton University  Technical interview questions are to gauge problem solving skills when put on the spot  Dependent on the job requirements, experiences/skills  Example Questions: Software Engineer What is the difference between Calloc and Malloc? Explain what are data structures Electrical Engineer What are voltage dividers used for How are analog signals converted to digital signals Mechanical Engineer What are the laws of Thermodynamics Interpret a stress vs. strain curve Still prepping

51. 51 Binghamton University  Practice, Practice, Practice!!  Attend Mock Interviews at the Career Center  Talk to people! Have your friends interviewed before? How did it go? What questions did they ask? What does he wish he would have done differently? More Prep work….

52. 52 Binghamton University The best way to prepare is to PRACTICE! How? Read and use materials on Fleishman Center Website:Fleishman Center Website: Schedule a MOCK interview Use More Prep work….

53. 53 Binghamton University Get enough sleep Eat something Sit up straight Take a deep breath Smile Eye Contact Dress for success Remember….You are interviewing the firm as much as they are interviewing you! The Time is Now!

54. 54 Binghamton University Professional, Business Casual, Casual For interview and as you begin a new job, dress professional Once you are in the job, culture will determine dress code! Better to be overdressed If you’d wear it to a club or on a date……..don’t wear it to work Dress for success

55. 55 Binghamton University Dress for success

56. 56 Binghamton University Dress for success

57. 57 Binghamton University Dress for success

58. 58 Binghamton University Appearance and Grooming  Try to find out culture of the company and if you don’t know start off being conservative It’s critical to be clean/neat from head to toe Conservative jewelry/accessories Don’t overdo cologne or perfume No food or gum Dress for success

59. 59 Binghamton University Resume/supporting documents The person’s name and title Use formal address unless they ask otherwise Padfolio / briefcase Pen and paper Notes / Questions you have for the firm What to Have on Hand

60. 60 Binghamton University  You need to be clear and concise Speak slowly and enunciate  Watch your language/grammar Easy to fall into slang when on a roll  Are you telling them what you want them to know? Refer to your notes & resume  Ensure to ask questions at the end of the interview Answering Questions

61. 61 Binghamton University  Don’t ask about: Subjects previously covered Information available on their Web site Benefit plans or salary  Prepare questions for the firm: What does a typical day in your job consists of? What kind of training programs does the company offer? What is the work environment like? More Prep work….

62. 62 Binghamton University GOOD LUCK AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, PREPARE! Summary