Spring 2014

Career Services Workshop/Speaker schedule

Resume Workshop

Wed., Jan. 15,12:15-1 PM DA Media

Planning to apply for an internship or job? Want to get prepared for the Internship fair on Feb. 28^th? Learn to articulate who are you and what can you do--this is what internship supervisors and employers will need to know to consider you for internships or jobs. Come learn how to begin or how to update your resume for success!

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Building your Business: Making Sure You Know the Ropes Before you Meet Your First Client

Presented by Prodigi Arts

Attend this two-session workshop to learn how to successfully negotiate freelance, commission, and contract work from your first meeting with a prospective client or buyer through getting paid for your work.

Topics covered:        1. Setting boundaries for the client AND yourself;

                                    2. Professional communication;

3. Contracts

Senior Planning Workshop: Building a Plan of Action for Graduation

Tues., Jan. 21, 12:15-1 PM in the Conference Room (off the Main Gallery)

All seniors are invited to participate in this session—don’t wait until after graduation to learn how to utilize your professional network, conduct a post-graduation job search, and convey the value of your skills and knowledge.

What Does it Mean to be a Freelance/Self-Employed Artist?

Thurs., Jan. 23, 12:15-1 in DA Media

Are you already doing freelance or commissioned work? Want to begin doing this type of work to earn money, build portfolio pieces and experience? At this workshop, Susan Lattimore, CPA with the Marston Group, will teach students about the “art” of self-employment related to taxes and financial planning.

Internship Orientation

Wed., Jan. 29 12:15-1 PM in the Conference Room (off the Main Gallery)

Get prepared for the Internship fair on Feb. 28^th! At this internship orientation (required for students planning to complete an internship), students will learn about the process, how to learn about all the opportunities available and expectations during their experience.

Internship Orientation is required for students wanting to complete internships.

                       

Tour of Merck’s 3-D printer

Wed., Jan. 29th; 4:20-6:30 PM

Meet at 4:20 in front of Rust hall to go to site on Jackson Ave.

Space is limited to so RSVP to Carrie Brooks (cbrooks@mca.edu) by Mon., Jan. 27^th.

Internship Orientation

Tues., Feb. 4th 12:15-1 PM in DA Media

Get prepared for the Internship fair on Feb. 28^th! At this internship orientation (required for students planning to complete an internship), students will learn about the process, how to learn about all the opportunities available and expectations during their experience.

Internship Orientation is required for students wanting to complete internships.

Glossophobia-Do You Have It?  

Fri., Feb. 7, 12:30-2 PM in DA Media

Fear of Public Speaking…most of us have it. Katie Jenkins, Design Director at Oden Marketing and Communications, will use this interactive professional communications workshop to help students (all students-not just design arts) conquer their fear by offering a new perspective on preparing for upcoming interviews, professional presentations, and career and internship fairs. Intrigued about what you will learn? Review Katie’s blog to learn about the specifics that will be covered!

Resume Workshop

Tues., Feb. 11,12:15-1 PM in the Conference Room (off the Main Gallery)

Planning to apply for an internship or job? Want to get prepared for the Internship fair on Feb. 28^th? Learn to articulate who are you and what can you do--this is what internship supervisors and employers will need to know to consider you for internships or jobs. Come learn how to begin or how to update your resume for success!

Interview Workshop

Wed., Feb. 12, 12:15-1 PM in DA Media

Got the Interview---now what?!   What do you say? What do you wear? What pieces should you present? Whether you are preparing for a planned interview or going to the internship fair on Feb. 28^th, you need to be prepared. Come to this workshop to learn how. Bring your resume!

Senior Planning Workshop: Building a Plan of Action for Graduation

Mon., Feb. 17, 12:15-1 PM in DA Media

All seniors are invited to participate in this session—don’t wait until after graduation to learn how to utilize your professional network, conduct a post-graduation job search, and convey the value of your skills and knowledge.

Ferris Scholarship Informational Meeting                              

Tues., Feb. 18, 3:45 PM in DA Media

Learn about the two $2500 scholarships available for students completing internships at high-profile sites outside Memphis during the summer.

           

Leadership Retreat

Fri., Feb. 21-Sat., Feb. 22 in DA Media

The purpose of the Leadership Retreat is to identify and develop students for leadership roles such as RAs, peer mentors, peer career advisors, Student Alliance officers and TAs. The learner objectives include increasing:

•    knowledge about self and others;

•    communication skills (listening, presenting); and

•    ability to manage stress/conflict.

Contact Carrie Brooks or Ashley Walker for more information and an application.

CS: Internship Fair

Friday, February 28, 2-3 PM, Main Gallery

Students interested in completing internships in the summer or fall should attend this fair to learn about the opportunities available. Students will need to rsvp by Feb. 17^th, including information about their major and skills that will be sent to internship sites that plan to participate in the fair.