Workshops

Career Development Workshop Schedule (Graduating Seniors)

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! The SCDC provides a number of valuable services and resources to assist all graduating students with your post-graduation plans. The calendar below highlights critical dates and upcoming special events and workshops.

To assist you with your job search, the SCDC sponsors a robust recruiting program in which hundreds of employers post jobs and conduct interviews both on and off campus. Any graduating student wishing to participate in the Recruiting Program is strongly encouraged to attend a Career Services Orientation Session. These sessions provide an overview of the on-campus recruiting and interviewing process, as well as resources available as you prepare for jobs after graduation.

SCDC SUMMER/FALL WORKSHOPS 2009

AUGUST

Friday August 28, noon – 1:00pm, Hagerty Library Rm L13C
Independent Job Search Resources

SEPTEMBER
September 22, 23, 24 - Workshops held at 11, 1, 3, 5, MacAlister 2019 & 2020
Career Service Orientations

Workshops Description (these workshops will be scheduled throughout the year, please check back for additional details)

CAREER SERVICE ORIENTATIONS: These invaluable sessions introduce you to all our services for graduating students. We will also cover the specifics regarding our on-campus interviewing program. These sessions are the perfect way to get you started on your path to “Life After Drexel” (this includes the all-important job search!). It’s vital that you know the many ways in which we can help you with this process. Contact Bill Felty at 215-895-6285 or bill.felty@drexel.edu with any questions. You do not need to register for this workshop.

ANSWERING THE TOUGH INTERVIEW QUESTIONS: Learn the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method of answering  behavioral-based questions.

CAREER AND CO-OP OPPORTUNITIES IN NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: There are many myths associated with non-profit organizations which may be standing in the way of some excellent opportunities.  Come learn who these employers are and the wide range of  experiences available in the non-profit world. Don’t forget – Drexel is a non-profit organization! 

CREATING EFFECTIVE COVER LETTERS: Put your best foot forward by developing a cover letter to attract potential employers.

DEVELOPING YOUR CV: Going abroad?  Doing a research co-op?  Thinking about grad school?  There are many situations that call for a curriculum vitae.  Come learn the how to’s of creating a CV (it’s not just a long resume!)
 
INDEPENDENT JOB SEARCH RESOURCES: This workshop provides an overview of the resources and services provided by the Career Library.  Students will learn how to use electronic databases to generate lists of potential employers including those outside of the Philadelphia area!

International JOB SEARCH RESOURCES: This workshop will present an overview of Career Library resources that can be used to identify opportunities abroad.  Students will learn how to use library databases to generate lists of potential employers overseas

OPTIMIZE YOUR JOB SEARCH WITH SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES: More and more companies are reaching out to potential candidates through social networking sites like LinkedIn.  Learn how to create a professional page and develop job search leads. 

RESUME REPAIR: This event provides intensive feedback that will improve your resume!

SPEED INTERVIEWING: Not sure of your interviewing skills?  You’ll be able to interview with experienced professionals and get immediate feedback!

 

  • Accounting

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $533 $570 $626
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $504 $537 $583
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $532 $577 $660
  • Economics

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $515 $550 $631
  • Entrepreneurship

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $475 $540 $591
  • Finance

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $551 $555 $570
  • General Business

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $490 $518 $570
  • Legal Studies

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary - - $545
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $489 $538 $570
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $587 $592 $641
  • Marketing

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $482 $501 $563
  • Operations Management

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary - - $632
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $524 $569 $633
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $490 - -
  • Chemical Engineering

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $576 $681 $768
  • Civil Engineering

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $537 $566 $621
  • Computer Engineering

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $608 $618 $703
  • Computer Science

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $572 $606 $737
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $599 $640 $688
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $501 $537 $630
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $632 $665 $759
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $584 $595 $653
  • Software Engineering

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $518 $611 $721
  • Information Systems

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $576 $644 $703
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $540 $603 $718
  • Software Engineering

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $518 $611 $721
  • Teacher Education

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $301 $301 $301
  • Nursing

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $449 $508 $535
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $537 $591 $655
  • Communication

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $425 $452 $494
  • History and Politics

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $475 - -
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $437 $449 $626
  • English

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $490 - -
  • Psychology

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $406 $467 $479
  • Sociology

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $525 $600 -
  • Biological Sciences

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $530 $538 $590
  • Chemistry

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $500 $562 $579
  • Environmental Science

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $475 $623 -
  • Mathematics

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $542 $602 -
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $585 - -
  • Physics

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $495 $575 -
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $515 $563 $647
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $518 $544 $590
  • Culinary Arts

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $353 - -
  • Culinary Science

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary - - -
  • Hospitality Management

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $464 - -
  • Sport Management

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $356 $402 -
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $379 - -
  • Digital Media

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $487 - -
Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $332 - -
  • Fashion Design

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $380 - -
  • Film and Video

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $356 - -
  • Graphic Design

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $427 - -
  • Interior Design

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $394 - -
  • Music Industry

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $372 - -
  • Photography

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Co-op Experience 1st 2nd 3rd
Average Weekly Salary $315 - -
  • COOP 101

  • Critical skills and approaches for achieving success in finding and mastering your Co-op.
  • Graduate Co-op

  • Accept a paid position in your career field – and receive academic credit.