Workshops

CAREER>CONNECT WORKSHOPS

Our customized Career>Connect workshops are open to all job seekers including college students and graduates who are looking for employment and internships, those looking to get back into the workforce after a period of unemployment, and even career veterans who have decided it’s time for a professional change. Workshop topics include an introduction to LinkedIn, resume review, the ins and outs of interviewing, group sessions with other job seekers and our Career Specialists, and more!

Workshops are held at Sid Jacobson JCC Annex, 200 Forest Drive Suite 11, East Hills, unless otherwise stated. Advance registration required.

Workshops include

Job Search Basics

• Developing a Strong Résumé
• Résumé Review
• Applying to Jobs Online: How to Beat the System
• Cover Letters + Thank You Notes
• Successful Interviewing / How to Answer Difficult Interview Questions
• Interviewing Live – Interactive Interview Workshop
• Closing the Deal – Preparation for Offer + Negotiation
• Just Ask the Career Service Expert – Interactive Workshop
• Getting Back Into the Job Market
• Career Transition Workshop: Considering Changing Careers?
• Dress to Impress

Networking + Social Media

• Keys to Effective Networking / How to Network a Room
• Informational Interviews
• Introduction to Professional Online Social Networking
• LinkedIn Introduction
• Taking your LinkedIn Account to the Next Level
• Pitch Perfect: Practice Your 30 Second Pitch – Interactive Workshop
• Career Fair Etiquette