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Carson College of Business Carson Career Fall Series

Carson Career
Fall Series

The Carson Career Fall Series will introduce various virtual professional development workshops to better prepare you for upcoming online career fairs and networking events. Content will focus on several topics ranging from how to prepared for the career fair, getting employer feedback on your resume, recruiter tips on how to have a successful interview, and more. These events will also give you the chance to network with employers, enhance professional development, and learn about internship and career opportunities.

The Carson Career Fall Series is FREE to all WSU students, alumni, staff, and faculty.

Register and learn about the virtual sessions below. You will need to register for each session. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Featured Events:

Internships 101: How to Prepare for An Internship Fair

The Carson Internship Fair is happening soon! Here are some essential details to focus on as you prepare to meet with recruiters.

Session 1 – Wednesday, September 1 at 12 – 1 p.m. PST

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Session 2 – Thursday, September 2 at 4 – 5 p.m. PST

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Tier 1, Discovery


Boost Up with Boeing: Internship Insights and Q&A with WSU Alumni

Tuesday, September 7 at 5 – 6:30 p.m. PST (Location: Todd 276)

In Person Event

Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, defense, space, and security systems, and service provider of aftermarket support. Join us this evening to network with WSU Cougs that have joined Boeing, learn about upcoming internship opportunities, and ask your questions at this interactive Q & A.

Featured Employer: Boeing

Pullman Campus

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Other WSU Campuses

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Tier 3 Connecting Your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1


Boost Up with Boeing: Mock Interviews and Resume Review for Cougs

Wednesday, September 8 at 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Location: Lighty 160)

In-Person Event

Join the Boeing team as they give you personalized interview prep and resume feedback. Here you have the chance for input from a Boeing specialist, network in real-time, and prep for upcoming career events, all-in-one sessions. 1-1 meetings will run from 45 min- 1 hour. Space is limited so please only register for the event if you are able to attend the full slotted time.

Only Juniors in Business and Engineering will be eligible to sign up for a resume review/mock interview with a Boeing representative on 9/8

Once registered here place use the link in the description to apply for a slot. Slots are limited and are not guaranteed until approved. Once your request is accepted and approved, please come to the event 10-15 minutes before your time with a printed and digital resume to share.

Featured Employer: Boeing
 

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Tier 3 Connecting Your NetworkTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1Crimson Pathway 2


Carson Internship Fair (Virtual) – Fall 2021

Thursday, September 9, at 5 – 7 p.m. PST

Internships allow business students to apply classroom knowledge, network with industry connections and forge new skills to support future full-time opportunities. Employers from regional and global companies will be attending this event looking for ambitious and motivated business students to fill their internships. Event details will be emailed to registered participants closer to the event date.

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Tier 2, Building Your NetworkTier 3 Connecting Your NetworkTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1Crimson Pathway 2


Coffee Chats w/ E&J Gallo Winery

Tuesday, September 14 at 9 – 11 a.m. PST

Uncork your potential in the fast-paced world of wine and spirits! We are looking for determined leaders with a competitive streak to be a part of our accelerated 3-phase Sales Leadership Development Program. Your experience will accelerate your growth and prepare you for a career in Sales, Fine Wine, Distributor Management, and beyond. The Program gives you the opportunity to grow through three different phases. Are you interested in an opportunity to develop your problem-solving skills and creativity in both individual and team environments? Do you have demonstrated leadership and a competitive streak? Great! We would love to talk to you!

Coffee Chats will be in 20-minute increments with an E&J Gallo Winery Recruiter.

Featured Employer: E & J Gallo Winery

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Tier 2, Building Your NetworkTier 3 Connecting Your NetworkTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1Crimson Pathway 2


Creating a Winning Culture with E & J Gallo Winery

Tuesday, September 14 at 12 p.m. PST

E & J Gallo Winery has championed new concepts and innovation since 1933, building into the largest winery in the world. With over 100+ unique brands (Barefoot, La Marca, New Amsterdam, High Noon) the portfolio, and the Team continue to expand and improve. Learn about how to create a successful company culture in 2021, and how Gallo’s winning in a virtual world. Learn about Gallo’s Sales Leadership and Development Program – full-time and internship opportunities. Gallo Team will be happy to answer any questions about the SLDP role, Sales/marketing, the alcohol industry, so please ask away!

Featured Employer: E & J Gallo Winery

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Tier 1, DiscoveryTier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Dell Days @ WSU: Alumni Panel Discussion

Wednesday, September 22 at 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. PST

Connect with Cougs in engineering and business technology solutions! Join WSU graduates who are now part of the Dell Technologies team and learn how they navigated the transition from college to a professional career. This panel will be a fantastic opportunity to explore opportunities for current and graduating students and build your Coug network. Come ready with questions to this interactive Q & A!

Featured Employer: Dell

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Tier 1, DiscoveryTier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Dell Days @ WSU: Career Information Session

Thursday, September 23 at 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. PST

Are you a business technology or engineering major looking to enter technology solutions? Join the Dell Technology staff and WSU alumni as they share insights about the company, details about upcoming opportunities, and answer your questions. This presentation session spans across all Engineering & Technology business units, so make sure to attend, network, and connect! Find and apply for open roles on Handshake.

Featured Employer: Dell

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Tier 1, DiscoveryTier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Career Fair Time: How to Prepare and Maximize your Experience

Career Networking Night, The Career Expo, and Burtenshaw Hospitality Night are right around the corner! Make sure you are ready! Join Carson career consultants to learn what essential details to focus on as you prepare to meet with recruiters. Noon and PM sessions are available. Both sessions will review the same content, so make sure to sign up for at least one!

Session 1 – Monday, September 27 at 12 – 1 p.m. PST

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Session 2 – Monday, September 27 at 5 – 6 pm PST

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Tier 1, DiscoveryTier 2 ExplorationTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1


Resume Refresh: Employer Resume Review Workshop

Tuesday, September 28, at 12 – 1 p.m. PST

Ever wonder what an employer looks for in a resume or what they think of yours? Get instant, personal feedback on your resume from actual recruiters attending Career Networking Night (CNN). Learn first-hand about companies’ resume preferences to get a step ahead before CNN and Career Expo. Spots are drop-in only and first come, first serve. Arrive early and have a PDF of your resume ready to share. The event will be hosted on the Airmeet platform. Use the link below to register today!

Featured Employers: TBA

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Tier 3 Connecting Your NetworkTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1Crimson Pathway 2


Career Insights: The “Ace that Interview” Panel

Tuesday, September 28, at 5 – 6 p.m. PST

So, you have applied for a job or internship, networked with the recruiter on LinkedIn, and plan to connect with them at Career Networking Night—but how do you prepare for that possible interview? What are professionals in your industry looking for? What are pre and post steps to success and creating a connection? Learn directly from CNN recruiters about how to best prepare for your upcoming interview, make your best impression, and get answers to your industry-specific questions.

Featured Employers: TBA

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Tier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Networking Panel: Building your Network in College and Beyond

Wednesday, September 29, at 5 – 6 pm, PST

The ability to network is one of the most essential tools in your professional toolkit. Meet with CNN Industry professionals as they share their networking stories, answer your questions, and give you last-minute tips as you prepare for Career Networking Night on 7/30.

Featured Employers: TBA

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Tier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Career Networking Night (Virtual CNN) Fall 2021

Thursday, September 30, at 5 – 7 p.m. PST

Career Networking Night will be a 2-hour virtual event featuring top businesses (e.g., E & J Gallo Winery, Cintas, Fisher Investments) who are looking for ambitious and motivated students to fill their internship opportunities and full-time job offers. This networking event will be hosted on the Airmeet virtual platform. Students will be able to network and connect directly with various internship and job opportunities from employers wanting to hire Carson Cougs. Sign up today! Handshake registration is required to receive the event admission link.

Featured Employers: For a complete list, See Here

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Tier 2, Building Your NetworkTier 4, Leveraging your NetworkCrimson Pathway 1Crimson Pathway 2


Slalom Insights: Researching Company Culture and DEI Perspectives

Tuesday, October 12, at 12 p.m. PST

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and a company culture towards those topics are all key factors that need to be considered when researching an opportunity. Meet with the Slalom EDI team as they share key important research tips to find your professional village. Learn about online tools for researching companies, how to utilize your network to learn about company culture, and about the DEI initiatives and consulting opportunities at Slalom for Carson Cougs.

Featured Employers: Slalom

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Crimson Pathway 1


E&J Gallo Winery Workshop: Selling Your Best Self

Thursday, October 14, at 5 p.m. PST

Being able to talk about yourself is a key to networking and connecting to future possibilities. Whether it’s an elevator pitch when you first meet someone or an interview, sharing successfully about yourself will be a lifelong tool. Join the E& J Gallo team as they coach in an interactive workshop on selling your best self using the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) technique and other industry secrets.

Featured Employers: E & J Gallo Winery

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Tier 1, DiscoveryTier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


FireSide with Professionals: Transferable Skills

Tuesday, October 19, at 12 p.m. PST

The Carson College of Business National Board of Advisors (NBoA) is comprised of some of the most successful Business professionals in all Business sectors and who hold a plethora of current industry insights on many key topics helpful to Carson Cougs. Learn how they have utilized their transferable to build on new experiences, how to apply them to your work history, and market yourself digitally and in-person. Network, ask your questions, and get insider tips from these industry professionals! Join members of the Marketing NBoA for this conversation on transferable skills.

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Tier 2 ExplorationCrimson Pathway 2


Conversations w/ Kohls: Building Leadership In Early Careers

Tuesday, October 26, at 5 – 6:30 p.m. PST

Young business professionals always strive to find improve their ability to learn, collaborate and foster opportunities in leadership. But how do you being that process in your early career? How can an internship help you grow? What can you do as a recent grad entering the workforce? Join a panel of WSU alumni at Kohl’s, to share their experiences and industry insights on how to build your leadership in your early career. Ask your questions, network, and connect at this alumni-lead event.

Featured Employers: Kolh’s Corporation

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Crimson Pathway 2

Amplifier Tiers and Crimson Pathway Students: participating in the Carson Career Series programs support requirements for Amplifier.

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Questions?

Contact:
Aimee Tejeda Lunn
aimee.lunn@wsu.edu
Industry Connection Coordinator