DePaul University Networking Events 2011-2012

WINTER QUARTER
Careers in IT & Digital Media Friday, January 13, 4pm 6pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus Meet and network with successful IT & Digital Media professionals. Learn about effective job search strategies, career paths in various IT & Digital Media industries. Get tips on how to stand out from the competition and hot skills and qualifications in demand. Marketing & Sales Career Conversations Wednesday, January 18, 5pm 7pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus Network with professionals in marketing, communications, market research, event planning, sales and account management. Learn about and discuss strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields. Inside Careers in Hospitality and Tourism Wednesday, February 8, 2012, 5pm 7pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, DePaul Club, Loop Campus Mix and mingle with professionals in private club management, events, lodging, non-profit hospitality leadership, food and beverage, and sports management/sales. Learn strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields. Exploring Healthcare & Scientific Research Careers Tuesday, February 21, 4pm 6pm Lincoln Park Campus, Room TBD Learn about career opportunities in medicine, nursing, the natural sciences and scientific research. Meet professionals working in labs, hospitals, corporations and more. Administrators and current students will talk about the selection and application process for post-graduate professional health programs. Career Transitioners Forum Saturday, February 25, 12pm 4pm OHare Campus This forum is designed for individuals in the midst of a career transition or contemplating a career change. A panel of career professionals will discuss the process of transitioning and changing careers and the strategies necessary to help you be effective and successful (Part of Career Week).

SPRING QUARTER
Futures in Finance Wednesday, April 4, 5pm 7pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus Meet and network with finance professionals who work in a variety of industries. Learn how you can enter and advance in these fields. Futures in Green Careers & Sustainability Wednesday, April 25, 5pm 7pm Lincoln Park Campus, Room TBD This event will focus on how environmental, economic and social sustainability issues are influencing the world of work. Learn about opportunities across a variety of industries in corporate social responsibility, urban planning, alternative energy, sustainability, conservation and development. Discover how to break into the field, where the jobs are, and what skills are needed to succeed. Careers in HR & Business Management Wednesday, May 2, 5pm 7pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, DePaul Club, Loop Campus Mix and mingle with professionals in HR (recruiting, compensation and benefits and training), independent consulting, operations management, organizational development, leadership development, sports management and entrepreneurship. Learn strategies for successful entry and advancement in these fields. Insider Tips for Career Transitioners Wednesday, May 9, 5pm 7pm DePaul Center, 11th Floor, North Caf, Loop Campus Learn effective job search techniques from a panel of recruiters, HR professionals and successful career transitioners. Gain insight on strategies to network, self-market and secure an interview. Career Conversations: Nonprofit, Government & Law Wednesday, May 23, 4pm 6pm Lincoln Park Campus, Room TBD Network one-on-one with non-profit, government and law professionals following a brief panel. Panelists will describe their organizations, the types of professional positions they hold, and what characteristics are typically sought in candidates for these positions.

More information online at http://careercenter.depaul.edu/ Questions? Contact Kristen Barker, Events Manager, at 312.362.5597 or kbarker@depaul.edu.