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Career education fosters equity for students facing career disadvantage due to their socioeconomic background, rural or remote location, disability or cultural/ EALD background. Career education levels the playing field. I'm so looking forward to these two webinars - tonight (Tuesday) and Thursday night. #ncwau2024 #careereducation

💼 📌 We are thrilled to announce that the annual FEB Careers Week is just around the corner, taking place from 30 September to 4 October 2024! Starting with a company dating fair and workshops on Monday to Wednesday, and finishing with the exciting annual EBF Conference on Thursday and Friday. Careers Week week is the perfect introduction to the job market and an invaluable opportunity for our students to equip them with the skills and insights they need to build successful careers. For companies, FEB Careers Week offers a unique platform to engage with talented students and contribute to their professional development. 💡 What students can expect: - Introduction to the job market: Gain valuable insights into various industries and career paths. - Skill development workshops: Hone the essential skills needed to build a successful career. - Networking opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and potential employers. 💡 Why companies should participate: - Meet talented students: Engage with a diverse pool of motivated and skilled students. - Develop employability skills: Help shape the next generation of professionals by providing guidance and mentorship. - Multiple participation options: Choose from a variety of ways to get involved and make a lasting impact. - Join us for a week of growth, learning, and collaboration! For more information on how you can participate as a company, go to https://lnkd.in/e3rv3km #FEBCareersWeek #CareerDevelopment #FEBCareerServices #EBFConference #Networking #SkillBuilding

Had the opportunity to attend on behalf of AtkinsRéalis and Candu Energy Inc. There were so many great students that attended and wish I could have spent more time with them individually. The engineering field has a bright future! A few asked some great questions on how to make themselves stand out in the application process. I thought it would be great to share the 2 things I look for when reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates, especially those at the start of their careers. 1. We aren't hiring you for what you've done; we are hiring you for your potential. I look for areas that demonstrate your eagerness to learn and grow. Tough problem you faced? What did you do to solve it and what did you learn from it? Wanting to have a deeper understanding of why tells me you have potential to develop and grow in your career. 2. You may have worked independently at school, but in industry, you very rarely work by yourself. Highlight where you have collaborated in teams. That group project or committee you sit on - I'm interested in that! Finally, looking for a career is a full-time commitment. Spend the time tailoring your resume to the role, research the company, prepare for the interview and have your elevator pitch ready and you'll land that role.

This week is National Careers Week! This is a one-week celebration of careers guidance designed to provide a focus for careers guidance activity to help support young people develop awareness and excitement about their future pathways. The most effective and long-term solution for tackling skills gaps and labour shortages needs to start at this level. How are you marking #NCW2024? #Marketing #Recruitment

Over 95% of TRIO students don’t receive the financial support they need. This often forces advisors to cancel career fairs or cut emergency funds. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Many of your alumni, now thriving in their careers, are eager to give back—they just need a nudge. Here’s how to engage them: 1. Alumni-led workshops: Host workshops where alumni guide students through the scholarship application process, offering tips and insights to strengthen applications. 2. Alumni-sourced scholarships: Encourage alumni to crowdsource scholarships for emergencies like living expenses. Create fun challenges like “Raise $5,000 in 30 days” to keep them engaged. 3. Alumni-sponsored career days: Alumni can sponsor workplace tours, industry conferences, and job shadowing opportunities, bridging the gap between students’ dreams and reality. By engaging alumni, you can break financial barriers and help your students succeed. Reach out and start making a difference today.

DAY 1 🐘🤖⚖️ Our team had a fantastic day at the Institute of Student Employers Recruitment Conference yesterday. They came away buzzing with inspiration from the fantastic sessions and conversations that they’ve had so far! Here are some key takeaways from our Account Director Chantal Kelsey:   💡 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹 This keynote highlighted a vital insight: students with disabilities bring unparalleled soft skills like communication and resilience. Despite representing 30% of the university population, this talent pool remains largely untapped. It's crucial for companies to authentically embed inclusivity in their recruitment efforts or risk missing out on a vast, valuable talent pool. 🧩 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 (𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 Mark Griffith) Sector-specific careers fairs are losing their appeal as employers shift towards on-campus activations. The challenge now lies in scaling these efforts to meet D&I objectives. It's a complex but essential transition, and we're ready to tackle it head-on. 🦸♂️ 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗯𝘆 Stephen Seki "Embracing failure is a superpower!" This powerful message reminds us that failure is not a setback but a stepping stone to success. It's about learning, growing, and innovating continuously. 💬 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 Creativity is the name of the game! Many companies expressed a need for creative solutions to stay ahead of the competition. We're excited to offer our expertise at FourthWall, helping businesses think outside the box. #ISERec24 #ISEConference #EarlyCareers #StudentEngagement #StudentRecruitment

TASK knows that access to education is critical to creating more economic opportunities for the people we serve. Founded in 1991, TASK’s education program has grown to provide a customized approach to address a wide variety of participants’ goals and needs. In 2024, the program helps students with everything from basic math skills to GED® preparation to ESL and more. “The program is designed to meet the needs of our community, which have changed as new technologies gain popularity and educational goals have evolved,” explained Calmia (Mia) Hart, Director of Education and Employment Programs. “A flexible and individualized approach is critical.” Bridging the digital divide and addressing the needs of Trenton’s growing Spanish-speaking population are top priorities for the program today. In addition to expanding access to educational opportunities, TASK is increasingly investing in its employment services to help people enter the workforce and improve their earning potential. TASK’s Workforce Development Coordinator Sean Ford and Employment Support Specialist Mary Uhlir provide free employment assistance as well as career readiness and life skills training to help TASK patrons achieve their goals. TASK’s Computer Resource Specialist Carolyn Burke runs digital literacy courses, provides one-on-one assistance and oversees TASK’s computer lab, aimed at helping patrons get online and navigate the digital landscape. By partnering with more than 40 local businesses to host hiring drives and resource fairs, the team connects patrons to job opportunities as well as one-on-one job search and retention support. This month, TASK will launch TASK’d to Work: A Soft Skills Series, a four-week course to help participants enhance their interpersonal skills, grow confidence and increase marketability. Says Hart, “The employment landscape has changed. By adding soft skills training and resource fairs ahead of the hiring drives, and strengthening our digital literacy program, we are positioning job seekers to be better prepared for meeting with employers and be successful in the workplace.” Pictured here: A jobseeker makes an application during a recent career fair.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month® is an annual event held in February, designated to celebrate the value and achievements of career and technical education programs in schools and communities. CTE Month® is organized by the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE), a professional association advocating for CTE programs nationwide. During CTE Month®, schools, colleges, and organizations across the country participate in various activities and events to raise awareness about the importance of CTE in preparing students for successful careers in a wide range of fields, including healthcare, technology, manufacturing, agriculture, hospitality, and many others. These activities may include career fairs, job shadowing opportunities, industry partnerships, student competitions, and outreach programs to highlight the diverse pathways and opportunities available through CTE. The goal of CTE Month® is to promote the benefits of career and technical education, showcase student achievements, and emphasize the role of educators, industry partners, and policymakers in supporting and advancing CTE programs to meet the evolving needs of the workforce. #CollegeForFree #TheCollegePrepBoss #CrushCollegeDebt #GatesMillenniumScholarship #MinorityScholars #CollegeSuccess #LeadershipDevelopment #EmpowerYourFuture #CollegeDreams #OpportunityKnocks #StudentLife #ScholarshipOpportunity #HardWorkPaysOff #SuccessOnPurpose #FinancialLiteracy #CollegeGraduates #InvestInYourFuture #SelfImprovement #SetGoals #EmbraceTheJourney #CareerTechEd

Join our online seminars to delve deeper into our MA in Career Counseling and Development. Don't miss out on the upcoming sessions during the spring and summer seasons. Discover more: https://buff.ly/3xrLACy #careerleaders

Are you interested in learning about state of the art advances in data, predictive analytics and technologies and how they can be applied to industrial problems in the maintenance and reliability space in practical ways? If you are, in my opinion, PHM is the single best conference to attend.