Each semester, the Toppel Career Center presents a special series of workshops centered on a specific theme. The workshops are most often conducted by outside speakers and panelists who are recognized specialists in their field. Examples of previous Career Development Series workshops include: Careers in the Entertainment Industry, How to Apply to Medical School, Careers in Government, and the Job Search for International Students. NOTE: All locations in the Toppel Career Center Library, unless noted Events Schedule
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Introduction to Intellectual Property |
| Tuesday, January 22, 3:30 pm Storer Auditorium The presentation provides an overview of the four types of intellectual property - patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets - and details what each type is used for, how they differ and how they work together in marketing strategies. The presentation will also show budding inventors how to begin protecting their intellectual property from the moment they conceive of an invention. Additionally, the role of intellectual property in supporting the US economy will be discussed. |
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Networking Made Easy |
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Wednesday, January 30, 6:00 pm, Toppel Library Mike Woodward, Human Capital Integrated Learn how to make a great first impression and develop your network of contacts. Mike Woodward is a UM alumnus and the President of Human Capital Integrated (HCI), a management and human resources consulting firm specializing in the attraction, development, and management of talent. |
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Dress to Impress Kick-Off |
| Monday, February 4, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, The ROCK
Ever wonder what the difference is between Business Professional and Business Casual? Need ideas for what to wear to a career fair, an interview or a company reception? Then don't miss the Dress 2 Impress Kick-Off! Come out to see first-hand what you should and should not wear to these types of events. Our Toppel "staff members", Rudy, Judy, and Thomas will be modeling for you! You can also have your resume critiqued on the spot, get general career advice and learn all about our upcoming programs. Free pizza, sno-cones, and giveaways for students who stop by, so don't miss out! |
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Conducting Company Research |
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Tuesday, February 5, 12:00 pm Presented by Doris Jui, School of Business Toppel Library Do you want to impress recruiters at the Career Expo? Do you know how to stand out from the other job applicants? Attend this session to learn how you can conduct research on companies who will be at the Career Expo, so you can impress them with what you know. |
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Careers in Law |
| Tuesday, February 5, 6:00 pm Co-sponsored by the School of Law and Phi Alpha Delta Toppel Library Are you interested in a career in law and want to find out more information about this diverse field? This program will feature alumni from the University of Miami School of Law who work in a variety of industries. Don?t miss this opportunity to network with attorneys and find out what it takes to have a successful career. |
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Are You Corporate Ready? |
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Wednesday, February 6, 6:00 pm Toppel Library David Davis, national recruiter for INROADS will present this program. Topics that will be covered include resume writing, impression management, and interviewing skills. Students will also learn about INROADS, and internship opportunities with a variety of Fortune 500 companies. |
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| Thursday, February 7, 9:00am-4:00 pm Toppel Career Center (Registration Required on CaneZone) What better way to prepare your resume than by having an actual employer give you advice? Register for EPIC program and get feedback from employers on mock interview skills or your resume. This is a great opportunity to meet with an expert who can give you that extra edge! To register, log on to CaneZone select postings and do a search for EPIC. Space is limited, so register today! |
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| Thursday, February 21, 6:00 pm Location TBA Do you have strong writing and public speaking skills or are you a creative genius who wants to shape a brand's image? Are you fascinated by the different products when you visit the local supermarket? Do you look forward to the Super Bowl just to see the latest advertisements? Come to this program to meet professionals in the field. Learn about their career paths, how to identify potential opportunities, and how to best prepare yourself. |
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| Wednesday, February 27, 1:00-4:00 pm UC Lower Lounge Peer advisors, academic advisors, and faculty will be on hand to interact with students who are interested in specific majors and minors. A fun and quick way to learn about all different majors, the event will provide an opportunity for undeclared students to explore potential areas of study while allowing students who have chosen majors to learn about other options they may not know exist at the university. |
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| Wednesday, March 26, 6:00 pm Location TBA Interested in turning your love for sports into a career?;Want to meet and network with sport industry professionals? Now is your chance! This program will feature a variety of sport industry professionals who will share their responsibilities and experiences in the exciting world of the sports business. Learn how you can get involved through volunteering or internships with your favorite team or organization! |
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| Thursday, April 3, 6:00 pm Toppel Library Do you like to travel? Ever consider traveling as a career? "Careers Involving Travel" is an exciting program that will give students insight into different careers in which traveling around the United States and around the world is part of the job! Students will have the opportunity to meet with guest speakers working in the areas of business, college admissions, pharmaceutical sales, and the cruise industry. |
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| Tuesday, April 8, 6:00 pm Flamingo Ballrooms Graduating from college and entering the real world is exciting and scary, all at the same time. Have you thought about what it's going to take to succeed in your career, beyond the awesome degree you earned? Based on her book, When Reality Hits: What Employers Want Recent College Graduates to Know, Nancy shares the secrets to secrets to success. She tells you what every manager wants you to know and doesn't have time to tell you. All attendees will receive a free copy of Nancy's book! |
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| Wednesday, April 9, 6:00 pm Hurricane 100 Room We're taking networking to a new level at the University of Miami! Ameriprise Financial Services and Target invite students, alumni and employers to participate in a SPEED NETWORKING SOCIAL! Take advantage of this great opportunity to meet with a variety of employers and learn about different careers. This is a fun, interactive event that will help you practice and develop your networking skills! Registration is required on CaneZone, select Events, then workshops. |
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| Friday, April 11, 1:00-4:00 pm, Toppel Library Are you graduating soon and need to step up your job search? This event will give you the tools to launch a successful job search, secure the position you want, and start a successful career. Registration is required on CaneZone, select Events, then workshops. |
