Nov
12
Resumes – Toot Your Own Horn
November 12, 2009 | Leave a Comment
A resume is arguably the most powerful tool in your job search toolbox. Writing a resume is a personal process. In creating a resume you are highlighting your skills, personal achievements and experiences.
Most people perceive resume writing as difficult. How do you think of things that an employer would find interesting? [...]
Nov
3
FocusCareer2.Com, turning the question mark of the future into an exclamation point!
November 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment
It wasn’t like the question was unexpected; I saw it coming from a mile away. I wondered if it would be my father or mother who would make the first attempt, but it really didn’t matter who verbalized it, it had to be asked. Rather than wait for the rest of the awkward silence to [...]
Oct
20
Brand Yourself. How do you want to be seen?
October 20, 2009 | 1 Comment
The heavy bass from the loud music startles you, spilling your drink slightly below your neck to your off-white sweater. Disappointment quickly turns into a nonchalant hand wave; cranberry juice will come out in the wash, right? A night of fun is well deserved after all those applications you sent out this week, and this [...]
Oct
8
A Good Interview Requires Preparation
October 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Like studying for an exam or writing a paper, interviewing is something else in your life that requires preparation. This blog will share with you tips to help you prepare and hopefully calm your nerves.
Tip 1 – Do Your Homework. – Research the company or school district you will be meeting with. Visit [...]
Sep
21
Internships = Valuable Career Experience + Credit (and maybe even some $$$!)
September 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Ever think about working for Disney World, the FBI or MTV? How about getting credit for working with the National Park Service or securing a high-powered finance internship with the Bank of Tokyo?
Sep
8
Now is the time to plan for your future and WE CAN HELP!
September 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment
The staff at SUNY Cortland Career Services is dedicated to providing high quality career counseling assistance to students, alumni, and community members with an emphasis on the development of lifetime skills that lead to successful career and educational choices
Aug
31
Got Money?
August 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment
How will you pay for all of your extra expenses while you are at school this year? Do you need more money than returning bottles and cans will get you? A part time job could help!
Student Employment Services will be holding our 12th Annual Student Employment Fair, on September 9, 2009 from 10:00am-2:00pm in Corey [...]
Jun
25
Welcome Freshman and Transfers!
June 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Welcome to SUNY Cortland. If you are interested in learning more about Student Employment or Career Services, be sure to stop by Van Hoesen Hall.
Career Services is located on the ground floor of Van Hoesen near Student Health Services, Student Disability Services, and Residential Services. Van Hoesen is just up the hill from Corey Union [...]
Mar
13
What’s Your Occupational Outlook?
March 13, 2009 | 2 Comments
Do you remember rummaging through stacks of college catalogues back in your high school guidance office? The feeling of too many colleges and universities to choose from was probably overwhelming. Now you’ve finally decided on a college, but what about a career? During this time of economic uncertainty, unemployment rates are soaring, and job growth [...]
Mar
5
Focus: For Career Exploration
March 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Learning your strengths and interests can really help you zero in on a career path. Stop by Career Services and let someone know you are interested in taking Focus, the career exploration assessment. The CS staff will set you up with an online account, and then you can take the assessment on your own time. [...]