Civil and Environmental Engineering - General Department Calendar
Thursday, September 3, 2020
This session will give you the opportunity to meet CEE students with experiences both on and off campus that they have been able to use to their advantage on a résumé. In this panel discussion, students will answer questions about how to fill résumés with skills and activities that stand out. Be sure to come with questions of your own.
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Bring your résumé to this review night and find out if it's ready for action. The session will start with a CEE Alumni Association Board member giving a presentation about ways to craft a winning résumé and cover letter. Afterwards, you will be able to meet one-on-one with alumni who will look over your résumé and offer suggestions for revision.
Thursday, September 17, 2020
In a competitive market, knowing how to stand out in a crowd can make the difference between landing an internship/job or having your résumé end up in the discard pile. Recruiters will discuss the things they look for during their brief time with each prospective employee during job fairs.
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet with recruiters outside of the job fair environment. The event will provide an opportunity for current CEE students to have conversations with recruiters and engineering professionals, and includes short information sessions by each company. Approximately 200 students and 15 companies participate each night.
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Don't miss out on this opportunity to meet with recruiters outside of the job fair environment. The event will provide an opportunity for current CEE students to have conversations with recruiters and engineering professionals, and includes short information sessions by each company. Approximately 200 students and 15 companies participate each night.
Thursday, October 1, 2020
Interviews can be unnerving. Join a CEE Alumni Association Board member for a discussion on how to put the nerves to bed. The presentation is designed to explore the interview from both points of view: the employer’s and the prospective employee’s. Develop question answering strategies and skills that will help you leave a great impression on the interview team.
Thursday, October 8, 2020
A CEEAA board member will share about an often-overlooked aspect of one’s career: workplace negotiation. Learn about common pitfalls of workplace negotiation, how men and women negotiate differently, and how you can translate communication skills into an increased salary and better benefits.
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Making the transition from school to a professional workplace can be intimidating. Come learn how to adapt to the workplace as an intern or new hire. This panel discussion brings together CEE alumni and Alumni Association board members working in a variety of private fields to discuss their own personal working environments and conditions.
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Searching for a job after graduation is a daunting task for all students. Added to an already stressful process, international students also have to be aware of visa policies, CPT/OPT options and legal obligations, all while selling themselves to a potential job opportunity. Presenters will help you navigate the tricky waters to a successful job search.
Thursday, October 29, 2020
In this session, members of the CEE Alumni Association Young Engineers Division will talk about how to nurture and enhance your career to achieve ongoing success and happiness. We will explore the importance of networking, continuing education, involvement in your community, and how to handle the stress of balancing your career with all of the other aspects of your life.