“How Do I Make a Career Decision?” workshop

Are you exploring career options or getting ready to choose your major? This workshop breaks down the decision-making process into concrete steps, so you have a game plan to get started. We will do an interactive activity to identify some of your interests and discuss ways in which the University Career Center can support you at PSU (and beyond!).

Two-part “Career Decision-Making & Stress” workshop

If you feel stressed about choosing a major or career, you're not alone. Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll:

• Identify your innate and adaptive decision-making strengths
• Learn how stress can impact decision making
• Identify practical strategies for managing stress
• Build confidence in your decision-making style to move forward with clarity

Note: This is a two-part workshop. Sessions are designed to be taken sequentially and are not standalone workshops.

“Career Values” workshop

Learn about how values can help guide your career direction. You’ll have the opportunity to reflect on your values, process with peers, and think about how you can incorporate what’s important to you into your career.

“Networking for Introverts” workshop

Networking isn’t just an extrovert’s game. We’ll explore creative ways to network that honor your interpersonal strengths. Learn how to conduct an informational interview, build connections on LinkedIn, and explore professional groups in your field(s) of interest.

“LinkedIn 101” workshop

Tap into your inner researcher and learn about the world's largest professional networking site. We'll explore how you can leverage this platform to connect with professionals and organizations in your field(s) of interest.

“Creating a Career Narrative” workshop

Learn how to effectively tell your story! This workshop teaches the basics of storytelling and provides space to create a professional, skill-based story. You’ll learn how to evaluate your skill set, unpack your lived experiences, and become more fluent in talking about your abilities, ideas, and values in a professional/interview setting.

“Prepare for the Career Fair” workshop

Learn effective strategies for interacting with employers, so that you can make a lasting impression at the Career & Internship Fair!

“Introduction to Interviewing” workshop

Prepare for your next interview, and learn how to market your skills to employers. We’ll discuss the basics of interviewing, review employers’ expectations, and clarify how to handle the most common interview questions.

“Internship Overview” workshop

This discussion-based workshop covers topics such as the benefits of doing an internship, search tips, informational interviewing, networking, and how to create your own internship. Time for Q&A will be available.

Weekly, drop-in “Job Search Party” support

Whether you're refining your résumé or need guidance on your job search, our weekly Job Search Party offers a relaxed and supportive environment to review postings, work on applications, and brainstorm possible next steps. Career counselors will be available to provide support and answer questions. There will be free snacks, too!

“Résumé & Cover Letter Writing” workshop

Learn how to effectively write résumés and cover letters, whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the job market. We’ll review basic formatting, clarify what kind of information is essential, and discuss how to illustrate “fit” through your application materials.

“Job Search 101” workshop

Job searching can be a big task, and there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach for how to do it. This workshop explores ways to conduct an intentional job search and provides concrete tools and resources to increase your chances of success.

“On-Campus Job Search” workshop

Are you looking for a part-time, student job? Learn how to identify and apply to these positions at PSU. You'll come away with a customizable email template for your outreach to academic departments and campus services.

“Seasonal Approach to Job Search” workshop

What can the seasons teach us about the job search process? We will use nature's cycles as a metaphor for understanding career development. The content of this workshop is modified each term to reflect the theme of the season.

“Exploring Graduate School” workshop

Are you considering the next step in your academic journey and thinking about graduate school? This workshop will explore questions that you can ask yourself (and others) to determine whether graduate school is a good option for you.

“Applying to Graduate School” workshop

Whether you're just starting to explore options or have a clear direction in mind, this workshop will guide you through essential steps in the process of applying to graduate school. We’ll cover such topics as creating a timeline, requesting letters of recommendation, and staying organized to help you move forward with a strong application.