Interviewing 101, a Career Ready Seminar Series workshop hosted by the IUP CPDC, will help prepare you to apply for jobs, internships, and graduate schools.
Check out the CPDC fall 2024 lineup for the Professional Panel Series. These events help connect students and employers as they discuss career opportunities.
Join the IUP Career and Professional Development Center on Wednesday, September 11, at 6:00 p.m. in 225 Jane E. Leonard Hall for the first installment of this fall’s Career Ready Seminar Series, "The Job and Internship Search and How to Navigate it Successfully."
A representative from the Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars will hold an information session for any interested student on September 16 in B34 Stabley Library (you can enter through the main entrance of the IUP CPDC) at 4:30 p.m.
The IUP Career and Professional Development Center’s Career Game Plan is a tool in its thirteenth year of implementation. The primary objective of the Career Game Plan is to provide a checklist or guide for career preparation and management for students to use while at IUP and for graduates to use in the professional world.
The IUP Career and Professional Development Center is excited to launch a new D2L Career Readiness tool for faculty and staff applications with students.
The IUP Learning Commons is looking forward to the second annual Fall Fest: Patio Party! scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. on the Stabley Patio. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with the Career and Professional Development Center, IUP Libraries, and the University College.
The IUP Learning Commons is looking forward to the inaugural Fall Fest: Patio Party, on Wednesday, September 13, from 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. on the Stabley patio. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with the following IUP departments: Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC), Libraries, University College, and Writing Center.
Alumnus Je'Mone Smith will dive into topics that include how teamwork makes the dream work and ways to communicate effectively along with diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Every company has a culture; some are well-defined and intentional while others happen when no one is looking. IUP alumna and trustee Laurie Kuzneski will discuss how culture-focused companies evaluate potential new hires as well as what job seekers should consider before accepting any job offer.
Figuring out who you are, who you want to be, and what you want to do with your life is no small feat and something that people struggle with regularly. Join this informative discussion on design thinking and learn strategies to help you answer some of these tricky questions. Inspired by topics and ideas covered in the Designing Your Life book by Stanford professors Bill Burnet and Dave Evans, this event will give you the tools needed to design a life that is authentic to you and adaptable for the future.
Students can take advantage of two career fairs.
Participants will be able to practice communication and networking techniques and engage in professional conversations by interacting with employers.
Participants will discuss various career-related topics in a small group setting and learn strategies for implementing professional skills into their own career planning.
Understanding professional attire is key to making a great first impression.
Learn about exciting internship opportunities in Washington, DC.
Participants will be able to access and purchase business professional clothing that is oftentimes required in a professional working environment.
Join the IUP Career and Professional Development Center this semester for the Professional Panel Series on February 7, February 28, March 28, and April 19. All panels will take place from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., and attendees can join via Zoom or attend the watch party live in B34 Stabley Library, where dinner (Chick-Fil-A) will be provided for up to 20 students.
This Career Ready Seminar Series will teach you how to take control of your professional image.
The Career Ready Seminar Series will present on effective communication to be successful in life and work.
The Career Expo and Graduate School Fair will take place on Wednesday, September 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the KCAC.
This event on September 28 will assist students in their preparation for the job search.
This Six O'Clock Series event will focus on Graduate School: Is it the Right Step for Me? in the Great Room of Elkin Hall.
Explore the newly renovated IUP Libraries during a grand opening on Wednesday, September 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and enjoy food, fun, and giveaways as you tour the new areas. Everyone is welcome to participate!
Goal in the Grove is a wonderful opportunity to learn about how the Career and Professional Development Center can help you!