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Curious about continuing to build your career roadmap?   Read our latest blog post by Kristina Bilowus all about Career Counseling. In this fourth installment of her series around career exploration, you'll learn about the benefits of a Career Counseling Office and why you should take advantage of this critical resource.   https://buff.ly/3YMkGPF

Feeling lost on how to sell yourself in, like, two sentences? We've got the formula for an epic elevator pitch. Learn to highlight your unique skills, showcase your passion, dial in your body language, and project confidence. It's about blending "who you are" with "what you can do" in a memorable and impactful way, so you can tell your story from career fairs to networking events and recruiter calls. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g3e9vWr3 #education #leadership Teach For America

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of EdTech School! Join us for an exciting Career & Networking Event tonight, featuring Carrie Conover and our partners at CareerEco Virtual Events. EdTech School is designed to help advance EdTech professionals and guide transitioning teachers as they explore new career pathways in this dynamic field. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and grow with industry experts! #EdTechSchool #EdTechCareers #NetworkingEvent #CareerGrowth #TeacherTransition #EdTechProfessionals #CareerEco #CarrieConover #EdTechCommunity”

Attention Small Business employer… When was the last time you optimized your HR Department? How often do you update your payroll software to be fully compliant? Did you ever get premium credit on your Employee Benefits offering? For thirty years our focus has been to upgrade your Benefits offerings across multiple locations using Economies of Scale we qualify you for an affordable suite of Fortune 500 benefits for your employees and improve retention and recruiting. Our focus is to increase cash flow with benefits premium reduction of 15% to 24%  Partnering with several PEOs (Professional Employer Organizations) each specializing in various Industries or Businesses we improve your HR and Payroll functions and reduce your medical premiums. 

Did you know USU offers Career Services and career-related resources to students and alumni for free? ✨ Students and alumni can take advantage of the many resources available, including resume templates, job search resources, and 1:1 appointments for individualized career support!

We’re excited to support the iRelaunch #ReturnToWork Conference, happening October 8-10! This conference is your ultimate guide to preparing for a successful relaunch and landing the job you want! Connect with employers actively hiring relaunchers at their virtual job fair, and hear directly from senior leaders and program managers about why they value relaunchers. Get top-tier job search advice from expert coaches, and listen to candid stories from relaunchers who successfully returned to the workforce. Attend this conference FREE using the link in the comments! #iRelaunch #NormalizingCareerBreaks #MilitarySpouses #WomenVeterans

💡 Employers, save money and time during this recruitment season by utilizing Handshake! Handshake, one of the top platforms college students and recent graduates find jobs, has compiled a toolkit that identifies the cost of recruitment. The document breaks down the cost of several recruitng strategies including potential savings across branding, job advertising, career fair spend, and recruiter efficiency. Stay ahead of the recruitment game and read more here: https://bit.ly/45u5R75

Business Facilities magazine highlighted Greenville, NC in a workforce focus article. With work-life balance an ongoing concern, many communities and companies are taking action to support their workforce. An award-winning partnership set a new record last year as 1,500 jobseekers attended the fourth annual “Better Skills, Better Jobs” career fair. The event, a partnership between nonprofits, economic development organizations, and educational institutions, attracted high school student and adult jobseekers throughout Pitt County and surrounding areas. Click here to read more: bit.ly/4aaWmMi

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Hey Wolfpack! With the career fair coming up soon, it is important to leverage the many opportunities NC State offers. The Career Development Center (CDC) offers a large amount of tips and resources that help students identify and pursue their career goals. 🙌 The CDC offers: Resume Reviews: Have your resume reviewed by experienced staff for free! You can make an appointment to discuss resume material and to practice interview questions. ✍📄 Career Guide: The 2023-2024 career guide can offer quick tips for writing resumes, attending career fairs, and interview preparation. This guide can be essential for last-minute reminders or self-study.👔 Career Assessments: Taking the career assessment can help students explore their interests, skills, and preferences for engineering. It can also help narrow your search and make discoveries that you may have not considered. In addition, you can make an appointment with a career counselor to discuss your results. 🤝 Visit the CDC website at https://lnkd.in/dfUnvzE for more information to see what they can do for you! Hope to see you all there! Go Pack!! 🐺 #gopack #fall2024 #careerfair #engineering #ncstate