SUMMER EDITION 8.2.20

SLAVIN WEEKLY ADVICE 300+ students met with a career coach via phone or a Zoom meeting for advice and help. 65 students created a P.I.V.O.T. plan to help fill their COVID-19 time to show employers how they stay motivated. 140 students took the Excel Certification class and 28 took the NEW Power Point Certification class. Are you getting ready for the new semester and want help figuring out what your career plan should be? Don't Wait, schedule an appointment with a career coach or take advantage of our virtual services and programs! Get Started Now

CAREER RESOURCE: THE MUSE Need help with career research? The Muse is a helpful career website that provides an inside look into companies. You can see what their offices look like, what their culture consists of, and watch videos of employees that explain their role at the company. They also have helpful career advice articles such as, companies that are still hiring during COVID-19 , 12 tips for writing an entry-level resume and more! Visit the Muse for Advice

THIS WEEK: PCSB ALUMNI SPEAKER Tuesday | August 4th | 2:30PM The Road After Ryan Series: PCSB Alumni Speak About Career Pathways is a weekly conversation with recent alumni to discuss their PCSB experience and their career pathways since graduating from PC. Jordan Brydie is a PC Class of 2018 alumnus, having received a B.S. in Finance & Computer Science with a Mathematics concentration. He currently lives in NYC, where he works as a consultant at Ernst & Young, primarily focused on data & analytics, software development, and technology strategy for large financial services organizations. Outside of work, Jordan spends most of time training for half marathons, marathons, and triathlons. Visit Suitable for the Zoom Link

DON'T MISS OUT: JOBS & INTERNSHIPS! Did you know that there are currently over 1200 jobs, 300 internships PLUS 40+ Fellowships posted in Handshake, and more are being added every day! Don't miss out on great opportunities, start your job/internship today! Need help navigating Handshake and finding opportunities that match your interest? Schedule an appointment with a Career Coach and they can show you how to search Handshake and even help make sure your resume demonstrates you are a great fit! Get Started on Handshake Now

LINKEDIN LEARNING: ELEVATOR PITCH Find out how to craft an authentic personal pitch while projecting competence and warmth—two key factors in making a great first impression. Learn how to build trust with people and make a positive first impression as well as how verbal and nonverbal behaviors can influence the way people react in an initial meeting, whether in person, over the phone, or online. Start Learning Now

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT "If you are positive, you will see opportunities instead of obstacles." ~Confucious

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