Career Development Center
Please stop by and check out the Career Development Center located in the basement of the Student Success Center, room 0281. We can help you with your resume, cover letters, job search, LinkedIn accounts, graduate school personal statements/application, mock interviews, and much more.
Upcoming Fall Events
Accounting Week Crash Course**
Tuesday, August 27
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
SSC 0200
Want to learn more about Accounting Week? Attend this workshop to learn more about the interview schedules, deadlines, how to apply, the Cougar Jobline, tips on your resume, interviewing, what recruiters look for, and more! Call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708 to reserve your spot today! Spots are limited!
Nursing Career Fair
Monday, September 9
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center
Stop by to network with employers about open positions or see an employer presentation. Employers will be presenting throughout the event on Best Tips for Resumes, Navigating Online Applications, and Interview Tips. Stop by to hear recruiters talk about what they look for from candidates and get tips on how to stand out in your job search! Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!
A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml
Cougar Career Closet
Wednesday, September 11
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center
The Cougar Career Closet Clothing Giveaway is to help provide students with professional attire needed for an interview, career fair, a conference, or networking event. The attire was generously donated from faculty, staff, alumni, and employers to help students succeed! Please stop by to pick up gently used professional attire for your next career event! We have areas for you to try on the clothes! Don’t forget your cougar card ID for registration! *Please note that clothing supplies are limited and based on the donations received. FOR SIUE STUDENTS ONLY!
Pre-Career Fair Crash Course**
Thursday, September 19
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
SSC 1201
Does the career fair seem overwhelming to you? Then you need to attend this workshop to make the most of the upcoming career fair. Hear tips on what to do before, during, and after the career fair. Please call the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708 to reserve your spot today!
October Career Fair
October 2 College of Arts and Science, School of Business and ALL non-teaching majors
October 3 School of Engineering
BOTH DAYS located in Meridian Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
**Optional: LinkedIn Headshots 12:30-1:30 p.m.**
Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!
A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml
IT Career Fair
Thursday, October 3
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center
**Optional: LinkedIn Headshots 12:30-1:30 p.m.**
Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!
A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml
Mock Interview Prep Workshop**
Thursday, October 17
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Career Development Center
Prepare for you Mock Interview with this workshop. You will get helpful tips on interviewing attire, resumes, and more! Don't wait, RSVP for this event today by calling the Career Development Center at 618-650-3708.
Mock Interview Day**
Tuesday, October 22
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Career Development Center
Are you ready for your next interview? You can find out by attending a Mock Interview with real recruiters and get instant feedback on your interviewing skills. The mock interview is 45 minutes with 30 minutes of interviewing and 15 minutes of feedback. This is a very popular event and you will need to RSVP for your time slot! Gain confidence in your interviewing skills and call today!
Pharmacy Career Fair
Wednesday, November 20
12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
MUC 2nd Floor Conference Center
Professional attire required and bring copies of your resume!
A list of attending employers can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml
Pharmacy Residency Showcase
Wednesday, November 20
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
School of Pharmacy Student Learning Center
Stop by to talk to representatives from various Residency Programs. A list of attending residencies can be found on the CDC website: http://www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter/students/events.shtml
Financial Matters: Ask an Expert
Tuesday, November 12
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
2nd Floor MUC, Mississippi/Illinois Room
This is a round table event that you can come and go as you wish. Talk to the experts of your choice with no obligation to buy any products. Examples of topics in the past are: work benefits, salary negotiations, insurance basics (home, auto, renters, professional), paying off student loans, budgeting and prioritizing financial goals, mortgage and car loans, wise use of credit cards, identity theft, life insurance, investments, banking basics, and credit reports.
**Call to RSVP to attend these events.
Career Development Center
618-650-3708
Email: careerdevelopment@siue.edu
Website: www.siue.edu/careerdevelopmentcenter