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Career Development Events - Kansas City Area
Do not miss the following opportunities to make contacts and network with area employers.
The career fairs are free to current students as well as alums. Dress professionally, bring good copies of your resume and be prepared to market yourself to potential employers. This will require doing company research in advance of these events.
Summer - Fall 2009 Career Events - (Listed in chronological order)
MEET THE ACCOUNTING FIRMS - Submit your resume for review by a career counselor
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Rockhurst University - Conway Hall Lobby:
Check out the campus map.
Public accounting firms seeking accounting candidates. Open to Park University students. Bring resumes and dress professionally.
Please check back for a list of attending employers.
KU BUSINESS CAREER FAIR - Submit your resume for review by a career counselor
Thursday, September 17th, 2009
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Kansas Union, 5th and 6th Floor on the KU Lawrence Campus
Open to the public for business majors. Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume and network with area employers.
This is a great opportunity for all job seekers, full-time, part-time and internship candidates, as well as soon-to-be graduates.
Check out the campus map. The Kansas Union is #100.
Job Seekers - View the list of participating employers.
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This fair is free and open to business majors.
Check out the campus map.
ETIQUETTE / NETWORKING DINNER
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
5:45 p.m. Registration
6:00 p.m. Networking Hour
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Four Points By Sheraton - KCI Airport
Network with fellow Park students and area employers as well as students from Benedictine College, Missouri Western State University and William Jewell College. You will also learn proper dinner etiquette from an expert in the field while dining on a gourmet meal.
Registration for students is $20 per person and is open to the first 20 students who register from Park University. Contact the Career Development Center on the Parkville Campus in Mabee 406 and speak with Susan Michaud. Deadline for registration is September 15th. The fee covers a portion of your cost for the dinner and is due at the time of registration. The remainder of the cost will be covered by the Career Development Center. The fee is non-refundable! If you would like to use a credit card to register by phone, please contact Susan Michaud at 816-584-6330.
EMPLOYERS
There are 3 levels of Corporate Sponsorship available for attendance
Gold - $500 fee: includes registration for 4 representatives, special recognition, company information listed at attendee table, and an opportunity to address attendees
Silver - $250 fee: includes registration for 2 representatives, special recognition, and company information listed at attendee table
Bronze - $150 fee: includes registration for 1 representative and company information listed at attendee table
Please contact Layne Prenger or call 816-584-6350!
GREATER KANSAS CITY CAREER FAIR - Submit your resume for review by a career counselor
Wednesday,
September 23rd, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Swinney Recreation Center
5030 Holmes, Kansas City, MO
Job Seekers - View the list of participating employers.
Employers - Sign up here.
INTERNSHIP PIZZA PARTY
Tuesday, September 29th, 2009
3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
McCoy Meetin' House - Parkville Campus
Come, eat pizza, and learn about the process of obtaining an internship. You must pre-register for this event by emailing Traci Klasing. The internship pizza party is open to all majors.
MISSOURI WESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY - FALL CAREER FAIR
Tuesday, October 6th, 2009
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fulkerson Center
Check out the campus map.
This fair is open to the public and students are encouraged to attend. Bring resumes and dress professionally. For more information go to the MWSU Career Development webpage.
PARK UNIVERSITY MEET, EAT, AND GREET CAREER FAIR
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Employers will MEET our students
Breckon Sports Center - East Dome - Parkville Campus
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Employers will EAT lunch, and GREET our faculty.
If you are an employer and would like to attend this event, please contact Susan Michaud to register.
Registration is also available online, click here to register.
There is a $150 fee for employers to attend.
Please plan to join us for this event!
AAF-KANSAS CITY CAREER DAY, Formerly AD CLUB CAREER DAY
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Uptown Theatre - 3700 Broadway, Kansas City, MO
Career Day registration will begin at 8 am with the opening general session beginning at 9 am. Brian Brooker, Chief Creative Officer/Chief Executive Officer at Barkley, will be the keynote luncheon speaker. When all of the breakout sessions conclude around 3:45 pm, there will be an optional portfolio review open for students to have their books reviewed by creative professionals. The planning committee is working on adding an optional enhancement session at the end of the day for students not participating in the portfolio.
If you are interested in marketing, advertising, or careers in the media, plan to attend this event.
Portfolio Reviews available from 3:45-5:00. Here is a chance to impress someone.
Do not miss this opportunity for networking and professional feedback.
Cost: Variable, depending of if member, student, or faculty - Includes continental breakfast and lunch
Register online beginning in September with a credit card at the calendar of events.Disney Internship Presentation
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
12:00 p.m.
Metropolitan Community College - Penn Valley, Campus Center #503 (tallest building on campus)
Find out about Disney Internships. Students please apply online first at: www.disneycollegeprogram.com. The application will speed up the processing time, but not obligate you to the internship. Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World are included and students can get business credits through MCC.
KU 2009 Internship and Summer Camp Fair
Wednesday, November 18th
3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Kansas Union, 5th Floor on the KU Lawrence Campus
Meet with local and national employers to learn about internships, summer camp and non-profit opportunities. Students from all majors and all academic levels are encouraged to attend. Attending students should bring copies of their resume and wear business attire.
Click here for more information.
Check out the campus map. The Kansas Union is #100.
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THE MAGIC 8 BALL AND OTHER BAD WAYS TO DECIDE A MAJOR
Monday, November 16th, 2009
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Louis Morden Board Room - Parkville Campus
Are you uncertain about what you want to study in college? Don't know what you want to be when you grow up? Have no clue about how to use your chosen major? Attend the workshop and develop a 4 year career plan to success.
You must register in advance by email to Layne Prenger or via phone at 816-584-6350.
Please provide your name and email address.
NETWORK CONNECT - NONPROFIT SHADOW DAY
TBA February, 2010
7:45 a.m. - 4:00 pm
Kauffman Foundation
4801 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110
Shadow Day is a two-part day that helps college students gain exposure to the nonprofit sector and make contacts with nonprofit professionals.
* Part One - Breakfast and panel discussion (7:45 - 9:45 a.m.) A panel made up of nonprofit sector professionals will discuss their careers and the work they are doing now. This is a great opportunity to learn about different jobs that are available in the nonprofit sector.
* Part Two - Shadow a nonprofit professional "on the job" (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) See what a work day in the nonprofit sector is like by spending it with a nonprofit professional. This experience also offers a great opportunity to make networking connections with professionals working in the Kansas City area.
Shadow Day is open to any college student who would like to learn more about working in the the nonprofit sector. There is no fee to participate.
Complete the online registration.
KU CAREER FAIR
TBA February 2010
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 pm
Kansas Union Ballroom on the KU Campus
Open to the public. Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume and network with area employers.
This is a great opportunity for all job seekers, full-time, part-time and internship candidates, as well as soon-to-be graduates.
For a list of attending companies check back:
Check out the campus map. The Kansas Union is #100.
This fair is free and open to all students and all majors.
VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP AND SUMMER/PART-TIME JOB FAIR
TBA Spring 2010
Sponsored by the University of Missouri - Kansas City, Rockhurst University and the Metropolitan Community Colleges
Both undergraduate and graduate students
from all majors are welcome to participate in the virtual
fair. This is a unique opportunity to meet with employers
from your computer. Check the
website to sign up and to find an
updated participating employer list.
PEACE CORPS INFO
TBA Spring 2010
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Linda Hall Library, Auditorium. 5109 Cherry St. Kansas City, MO 64110
Have you thought about working overseas, gaining valuable international experience, and helping to improve the lives of others? Learn how at the Information meeting and video.
COSMC INTERVIEW DAY
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
KCI Expo Center
Check out location information.
Open to all 2008 to 2009 grads and Alums (and current students with Junior status for limited internship opportunities.)
This is a one-day event sponsored by 9 area colleges.
Employers conduct 20 minute interviews with potential candidates.
Each school has a limited number of openings per company vacancy.
STUDENT ON-LINE SIGN UP DATES : Check back for sign-up dates.
If you are an employer and would like to attend this event, register online.
STUDENTS: Be sure to read instructions that follow before registering at this link.
Important Information--Please read the following policies carefully. Due to the complexity of the scheduling process among students from 9 colleges/universities, the following guidelines apply.
§ DO NOT SIGN UP UNLESS YOU WILL ACCEPT INTERVIEWS AT ANY TIME DURING THE DAY AND WITH ANY COMPANY YOU SELECT
§ RANK ORDER YOUR CHOICES BY FIRST, SECOND, THIRD, ETC.
§ SIGN UP FOR ONLY ONE POSITION PER COMPANY (You may discuss other opportunities at the time of your interview.)
§ SEND YOUR RESUME VIA E-MAIL TO Layne Prenger to complete the sign-up.
§ RESERVE THE ENTIRE DAY (2-23-10) FOR INTERVIEWING AS TIMES SELECTED ARE COMPUTER GENERATED AND ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE.
§ You may enter and exit the program to make changes or additions in your selections until February 16th.
§ You will receive an email of your schedule once all registrations have been received.
§ You will be receiving your interview schedule and information about the event after February 20th. Please check your email prior to February 23rd for any updates or changes.
INTERNSHIP WORKSHOP
TBA March 2010
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Attend the Internship Workshop and learn the process of obtaining and internship. We will explore resume/cover letter writing, dress for success and interview preparation. If you already have a resume completed, bring it for review. Register with Traci Klasing.
WALT DISNEY WORLD INTERNSHIP INFORMATION SESSION
TBA March 2010
Penn Valley Community College - Wednesday, March 4th at 12:00 in the Campus Center Building, Room #503
Come and learn about the exciting internship opportunities at Walt Disney World in Florida. The session is open to all interested students. No pre-registration required.
EDUCATION INTERVIEW DAY
TBA March 2010
1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Missouri Western State University - St. Joseph, Fulkerson Center
Present yourself to 100+ school districts as a potential educator!
Check out the campus map.
Go to Missouri Western's Career Development website for more information.
Open to all interested candidates! No pre-registration required.
PARK UNIVERSITY MOCK INTERVIEW DAY
TBA March 2010
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Park University - Parkville Campus
Students are invited to sharpen their resume and interviewing skills with Mock Interview Day. Each participant will interview with 2 companies to gain exposure to different interviewing styles. The interviews will last 30 minutes each for a total of a 1 hour time commitment. The first 20 minutes will be the interview and the last 10 minutes will be a feedback session on overall appearance, dress, resume, interviewing style and responses. The interview day is open to Park University students There is a limited number of interview slots available, so please contact Traci Klasing if interested in participating.
HEART OF AMERICA CAREER FAIR
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
University of MO - Kansas City
Swinney Recreation Center, 5030 Holmes
Open to the public for all majors. Dress professionally, bring copies of your resume and network with area employers.
This is a great opportunity for all job seekers, full-time, part-time and internship candidates, as well as soon-to-be graduates.
For a list of registered companies, please check back.
Check out the campus map.
4th ANNUAL NON-PROFIT JOB FAIR
TBA April 2010
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kauffman Foundation - Co-sponsored by Cornerstones of Care and the Council on Philanthropy
4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO
Last year more than 500 people visited with 24 non-profit agencies offering jobs in the non-profit sector.
KANSAS CITY VETERANS' CAREER FAIR
TBA April 2010
Veteran's Only 10 a.m. to noon
General Public - Noon - 2:30
MCC Business and Technology College
17750 Universal
KCMO 64120
Veterans and the general public are encouraged to attend this free career fair and meet with area employers.
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