SCU Career Center Updates
SCU Career Center Updates
We hope that you have had a great Week 4! The Career Center invites you to participate in all we have to offer to support you in your job/internship search and career discernment journey. Check out our virtual and in-person events as well as the self-serve resources on our website and/or make an appointment in Handshake to speak with a Career Coach.
Upcoming Career Center Events:
Monday, 4/29, Career Advisor Social Hour, Drop by Career Answers/Coaching, 2:30 - 3:30, Lucas Hall Lobby
Career Advisor Social Hour (CASH) is a casual, drop-by time to have your career-related questions answered: no appointments needed! Bring a friend, or swing by on your own.
The Week 5 CASH will be held on Monday, 04/29/24 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm in the Lucas Hall lobby.
- Have your resume reviewed, learn networking techniques, and prepare for your internship/job search.
- Prepare for the remaining opportunities to meet with employers on campus this quarter!
- Stop by for a casual chat with Noël Kreidler, Associate Director - Career Development & Campus Integration, Business & Entrepreneurship, to learn more.
- All career-related questions are welcome!
Tuesday, 4/30, Resume Workshop: How to Target Your Resume for Your Job Search, 2:00 - 3:00, Career Center Office
Join Lead Peer Career Advisor, Max Campos, from the Career Center for a resume workshop tailored to undergraduate students! Learn the basics of resume formation and expert-recommended rules to craft a standout resume. Get all the help you need with plenty of Q&A time to ensure your resume is ready to submit!
What you can expect:
- 40 minutes of formal content sharing and workshopping led by Max
- 20 minutes of Q&A
- Better understanding of a master resume and how to specify your resume for job applications
Tuesday, 4/30, Values in the Workplace Meetup, 5:30 - 7:00, Williman Room
Alpha Sigma Nu and the Career Center invite you to meet and network with values-based employers interested in hiring Jesuit-educated students.
5:00-5:30 p.m: Exclusive pre-networking event for Alpha Sigma Nu members only
5:30-6:00 p.m: Event open to all students. Employers will give brief presentations on how they embed their values in the workplace
6:00-7:00 p.m: Open networking, appetizers and refreshments
Thursday, 5/02, Uber Alumni Info Session & Networking, 4:30 - 5:30 pm, Lucas 106
Come join us to hear from two SCU Alumni and company reps about Uber's Strategic Finance Development Program (SFDP) and Internship Program. Learn more about the recruiting and hiring process, company culture, and how to succeed at Uber.
After a brief company overview, there will be a panel discussion followed by a brief networking session. This event is open to all students, and light refreshments will be provided.
Thursday, 5/02, Interviewing for Impact for Beginners, 12:15 - 1:15 pm (optional until 1:45 pm), Williman Room
Are you new to interviewing? This workshop is meant for students who have little to no experience interviewing for professional internships or jobs after graduation.
Effective interviewing takes practice. Don’t wait until the night before your big interview to prepare. Join us for the second interview workshop this quarter, and gain confidence in your ability to have successful interviews.
What you can expect from the workshop:
- Learn about behavioral interviews and using the STAR technique
- Discover free self-serve tools offered by the Career Center to support your interview success
- Begin developing and practicing answers to common interview questions during the workshop
- Walk away with a preparation plan so you ace your upcoming interviews!
We will provide 1hr of formal content sharing (12:15-1:15 pm), plus an additional 30 minutes of optional interview practice time (1:15-1:45 pm) with the opportunity to get coaching/feedback from staff members.
In preparation for the workshop, please:
- BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP so you can follow along while we show you where to find preparation resources on the Career Center website. Should you have difficulty accessing one, reach out to Noël Kreidler at skreidler@scu.edu ASAP.
Friday, 5/03, Nominate Faculty or Staff Who Supported You in Your Career Journey
We would love to hear about a Santa Clara University staff or faculty member (professor, advisor, supervisor, coach, mentor, etc.) who has made an impact on you.
Nomination Deadline: May 3 at 5pm
Nominate them here: https://forms.gle/EECJHjnSuZhGuxor8
Employer Hosted Events on Handshake:
Wednesday, 5/1 (11:00 - 11:45 AM): Fireside Chat | Cambridge Associates Internship Opportunities 2025
Wednesday, 5/1 (6:00 - 7:00 PM): Bain & Company Spring Presentation + Networking