First Year Career Week (FYCW) Sept. 23-27, 2024
Welcome to First Year Career Week (FYCW)! This week is filled with exciting opportunities for first-year students to explore career paths, develop professional skills, and connect with mentors.
Make the most of your first year by attending these events and kickstarting your career journey now!
Share your experiences using the hashtag #FYCW on social media!
Major & Career Exploration Lab
Monday, Sept 23rd, 11 AM – 2 PM
Location: Talley 3210
Get personalized guidance on your career path! Take the Focus2 career assessment and receive live feedback from our career experts. You’ll also have access to helpful resources, including ChatGPT prompts and the course catalog.
Resume Development Lab
Tuesday, Sept 24th, 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Talley 3285
Need help with your resume? Drop by for live, hands-on assistance to help you build a standout resume. Whether you’re just starting or want to strengthen your document, our staff will help connect you with experiences that make a difference.
LinkedIn Lab
Tuesday, Sept 24th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Talley 3221
Bring your laptop and work on your LinkedIn profile! Get live feedback and tips from our career team, with a slideshow of best practices running throughout the session.
Career Identity Day
Wednesday, Sept 25th, 10 AM – 4 PM
Location: 2100 Pullen Hall
Build your career identity! Tour the Career Development Center, get a professional photo taken, and check out resources to grow your skills. Career Ambassadors will be on hand to help with the clothing closet, photo booth, and office tours.
Mock Interviews
Wednesday, Sept 25th, 4 PM – 6 PM
Location: Talley 4280
Ready to practice your interview skills? Sign up for a mock interview or drop by for a session with career staff and mentors. We’ll use ChatGPT to help create customized questions tailored to your field of interest.
Students can register for a mock interview time on ePACK.
First-Year Career Symposium
Thursday, Sept 26th, 11 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Talley Student Union
A full day of workshops, networking, and professional development! Don’t miss the Clothing Closet Pop-Up and professional headshots or connect with alumni and employers. Get involved and gain the skills to succeed.
Clothing Closet & Professional Headshots | Talley 3210 | 11AM-5:30PM
Howl Together Decompression Space | Talley 3223 | 11AM-4PM
Learning Labs | Talley 3221 | 11AM-5PM
- RuralWorks! – How to Find Internship & Job Opportunities in North Carolina | 11AM-12PM
- Get Started: Simplifying Your Career with Pathways | 12PM-1PM
- Resume Building | 1PM-2PM
- Co-Op Info Session | 2PM-3PM
- Pre-Health & Pre-Law Info Session | 3PM-4PM
Keynote Sessions | Talley Ballroom | 11AM-1PM
- Harnessing AI for Career Success: How First-Year Students Can Use ChatGPT for Career Exploration and Preparation | 11AM-12PM
- Be Bold: How to Create a Compelling Personal Brand | 12PM-1PM
Mentorship Fair | Talley Ballroom | 2PM-5:30PM
Poole College of Management Career Fair
Friday, Sept 27th, 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: McKimmon Center
Put your new skills to the test at the Poole College of Management Career Fair! Meet with employers and explore opportunities to build your career. FYCW events will help prepare you to make the most of this fair.
Parents & Families Open House
Friday, Sept 27th, 2 PM – 5 PM
Location: 2100 Pullen Hall
Parents and families are invited to tour the Career Development Center and see how we help students succeed. This open house is part of Parents & Families Weekend.
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