Career Services

WORKSHOPS/EVENTS
Workshops at the Valencia Campus/Special Events at both Campuses

Note: If you need immediate assistance, or cannot attend one of our scheduled workshops, please contact us at  661-362-3286 to schedule an appointment with an Advisor.
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WORKSHOP/EVENTS

DATE

TIME

LOCATION

How to Identify Your Skills Wednesday, February. 22, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Explore Careers with Discover Tuesday, February 28, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Hasley Hall
Rm 235
How to Create an Effective Resume Wednesday, March 7, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Conduct a Product Job Search Tuesday, March 13, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Stay Motivated During
Your Job Search
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Prepare for a Job Fair Wednesday, April 11, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
SPECIAL EVENT:
RESUME RALLY
 Location: Valencia Campus
Tuesday, March 20, 2012 10am - 6pm Student Center
Staff Dining Room
SPECIAL EVENT:
RESUME RALLY
Location: Canyon Country Campus
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 10am - 2pm CCC
Quad 1
Bldg B
Room 110
SPECIAL EVENT:
Job & Career Fair
Valencia Campus
 
Location: Valencia Campus
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 10am - 1pm Student Center
SPECIAL EVENT:
Job & Career Fair
Canyon Country Campus
Location: Canyon Country Campus
Wednesday, May 1, 2012 10am - 1pm Carl A. Rasmussen Amphitheater
How to Network Online Using LinkedIn Wednesday, April 25, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Prepare for an Interview Tuesday, May 8, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3
How to Conduct Effective
Salary Negotiations
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 12pm - 1pm &
6pm - 7pm
Student Center
PDR#3

If you miss a topic, don’t worry.  We are here to help you one-on-one at anytime during the semester. 
Just contact us at to set up an appointment.

Workshop Descriptions


How to Identify Your Skills - learn to identify your skills, identify skills employers are seeking, effectively communicate your skills to employers and look for ways to further develop your skills.

How to Explore Careers with Discover - examine your interests, abilities, and values - based on the information you provide about yourself; research specific occupational career areas and much more.
 

How to Create an Effective Resume - learn the common mistakes people make when constructing their resumes; different types of resumes and which is best for you; advantages/disadvantages of different resume types; references and cover letters.

How to Conduct an Productive Job Search - what is involved in a successful job search; where to find jobs; strategies on listing and tracking your progress; networking; electronic resources; and how to fill out an application.

How to Stay Motivated During Your Job Search - - practical suggestions for staying motivated or becoming motivated while searching for a new job or career.
 

How to Prepare for  a Job Fair - what to expect from a job fair; how to prepare yourself; overview of resume techniques; interviewing skills; job search and applications.

SPECIAL EVENT: RESUME RALLY - get your resume critiqued by professionals, just walk-in, it’s quick easy and free!

How to Network Online Using LinkedIn - Learn the importance of networking to build strategic relationships, for a job search, and for professional development.  Both in-person and online methods will be discussed.


How to Prepare for an Interview - overview of common mistakes individuals make during interviews; how to prepare for the interview; sample interview questions; questions to ask; thank you letters; and much more.
 

How to Conduct Effective Salary Negotiations - the importance of negotiating; how to prepare effectively for the negotiating process; alternate forms of compensation (benefits, vacation, etc.); do’s and don’ts of negotiating; responding to salary history requests from ads and in person; how to answer salary questions during the interview.
 


Open to the public - no charge - limited seating - first come, first serve. Questions: 661-362-3286



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College of the Canyons

Valencia campus:

(661) 259-7800

• 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Canyon Country campus:

(661) 362-3800

• 17200 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91351