Library of Workshops and Presentations
Find video recordings of many workshops and presentations that have been offered by Cornell Career Services.
For ease of use, filters match the website navigation headers. Upcoming programs are listed in the online calendar and in Handshake. There you can find programs of interest and keep up to date on any additions or changes.
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Finding Inclusive Employers: Alumni Tips & Current Trends
Presented by: Mia Ferraina, Dara Riegel
When you are searching for a job or internship, how can you tell whether an employer truly means what they say about valuing diversity and inclusion? Alumni will share both their personal experiences and their perspectives implementing DEI initiatives in their professional work. This session covers how to analyze information on employers' websites and in the news, ask equity-related questions during interviews and networking, and assess employers’ identity-focused practices.
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Job or Internship Search
Transferable Skills: Social Justice Edition
Presented by: Mia Ferraina
Wondering how you can market your skills from volunteering or activism to a future employer or graduate program? Join us for this session to learn about "transferable skills" and practice explaining your valuable experiences, no matter what career path you’re pursuing. Examples will be tailored to people doing activism or community engagement work, but all are welcome to attend.
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Career Paths
Preparing Now for Graduate School Later
Presented by: Greg Foster, Pre-Law and Graduate School Advisor
Join our discussion about the path to graduate school. Become familiar with the timetable for the graduate school application process and learn about the steps required for application to most graduate or professional programs.
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Graduate School
Non-Academic Job Search Resources for Positions in and Outside of the U.S.
Presented by: Caleb Yu
Are you a graduate student or post-doc? Are you graduating soon and are considering career options beyond academia? Are you wondering if there are jobs outside of the U.S. that you might be interested in? Do you have questions about where to start the process? Come join us in a session to discuss resources and tips for your job search for the positions both in and outside of the U.S.
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Job or Internship Search
Decoding Job Descriptions for International Students
Presented by: Caleb Yu
When it comes to job searching, one will come across a job description most definitely. However, a job description is often not the most clear and straightforward document. The information on a job description could be confusing or too complicated to understand, and the requirements sometimes could seem way beyond what we are. Please join us for a session where we dissect a job description to get to know how job descriptions may be written differently in the U.S. culture, the skill sets/experience that are sought behind each bullet point, and share tips on how can you use a job description to help you construct your resume/cover letter and eventually help you in your interview.
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Job or Internship Search
Panel: Applying for Education & Leadership Programs
Presented by: Mia Ferraina
Want to make a difference in kids' lives? Care about equity? Then come check out these great opportunities! With professional development tools and supportive managers, these classroom positions will help you develop leadership and many other skills that you can carry forward. Whether you're hoping to stay in education or shift to another path, you'll gain the perspective and skills to become a great candidate for future opportunities. Recruiters from Urban Teachers, Success Academy Charter Schools, Teach for America, and City Year will be on the panel to share opportunities and advice, as well as answer any questions you have!
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Career Paths
Explore Careers Outside of Academia for Graduate Students
Presented by: Caleb Yu
In today's day and age, more and more graduate students are opening to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session we will talk about how to start exploring career options outside of academia and some of the thought-process behind it.
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Career Exploration
Preparing for Finance Careers for First-Years
Presented by: Kay Lewis
17% of c/o 2018 graduates (who were employed following graduation) entered the financial services industry after graduation, making it one of top industries that Cornell students entered after graduation. Learn how to get involved as a first year, what steps you should be taking, and how to eventually start your career in the financial services industry! This workshop will cover: • Finance careers basics • How to explore finance careers • How to find finance internships • What steps to take moving forward in the internship search
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Career Paths
Preparing for Finance Careers for Sophomores
Presented by: Autumn Moser
17% of c/o 2018 graduates (who were employed following graduation) entered the financial services industry after graduation, making it one of top industries that Cornell students entered after graduation. Learn how to get involved as a sophomore, what steps you should be taking, and how to eventually start your career in the financial services industry! This workshop will cover:• Finance careers basics • How to explore finance careers • How to find finance internships • What steps to take moving forward in the internship search
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Career Paths
Purpose & Paychecks: Building a Career with Social Impact
Presented by: Mia Ferraina
Learn the different paths you can take to make a social impact in your career. From a traditional non-profit to corporate social responsibility to impact investing, there are so many ways to move society forward while finding career satisfaction, success, and reaching your goals. Whether you are just starting out on your career journey, founding your own socially-minded company, or switching industries after years in the workforce, our alumni experts will guide us through their experiences so YOU can discover how to align your paycheck with your personal purpose.
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Career Paths