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Demystifying Careers: Public Sector

Join the School of Business to demystify what it means to work in the public sector. What opportunities are in there in the public sector? What are the different career paths for individuals for with a business degree? There will be a panel of industry professionals currently in the public sector who will be able to provide their insights from their own experiences.

Thu. Feb 20, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
College Union, Room 135, Hunt Room

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Joe Leathersich '14 - Director of Advocacy, intergovernmental Relations & Public Policy at the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce
Erin Bombard - Director of Marketing and Communications at United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP , Demystifying Careers , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement School of Business: Elective PD Credit

43/55 seats remaining

Job Search Strategies

Participants will review and evaluate key strategies and resources that provide the highest return on investment to execute a successful job search. Special attention will be given to navigating the virtual application process. Let’s work smarter, not harder! *Please bring your laptop!

Tue. Feb 25, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
College Union, Room 114 (GOLD Leadership Center)

Instructor(s):
Rob DiCarlo, M.P.A - Associate Director of Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 3rd Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Required Professional Development Credit via LinkedIn Learning School of Business: Online Professional Development (PD) Workshop

4/25 seats remaining

Job Fair Prep

Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to make the most of your next job fair experience on Thursday, March 27th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the College Union Ballroom! This workshop will help you confidently navigate the often overwhelming landscape of a job fair.

Wed. Feb 26, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
College Union, Room 135, Hunt Room

Instructor(s):
Paula McClure, M.S.Ed. - Early Pre-Health Career Advisor, Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: Elective PD Credit

37/40 seats remaining

Finding An Internship

According to national surveys, the number one criteria employers seek in recent hires is prior internship experience. This workshop covers all of the basics of finding that first internship. Popular websites, networking, and College resources are discussed. A brief overview of resumes, cover letters, the application process and college credit will also be discussed.

Wed. Mar 5, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
GOLD Leadership Center, College Union, Room 114

Instructor(s):
Hope Martin, M.Ed. - Applied Learning Coordinator, Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: Elective PD Credit

30/30 seats remaining

Job Fair Prep

Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to make the most of your next job fair experience on Thursday, March 27th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the College Union Ballroom! This workshop will help you confidently navigate the often overwhelming landscape of a job fair.

Mon. Mar 10, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
College Union, Room 135, Hunt Room

Instructor(s):
Paula McClure, M.S.Ed. - Early Pre-Health Career Advisor, Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: Elective PD Credit

40/40 seats remaining

Introduction to Resumes

Tell a unique, compelling story through a well-written resume. Understand the components of a resume, effective guidelines, and contemporary recruitment strategies to create a resume that gets results.

Tue. Mar 11, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
College Union, Room 135, Hunt Room

Instructor(s):
Heather Morens, M.S. - Career Coach, Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop

40/40 seats remaining

Job Search Strategies

Participants will review and evaluate key strategies and resources that provide the highest return on investment to execute a successful job search. Special attention will be given to navigating the virtual application process. Let’s work smarter, not harder! *Please bring your laptop!

Wed. Mar 12, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
GOLD Leadership Center, College Union, Room 114

Instructor(s):
Rob DiCarlo, M.P.A - Associate Director of Career Design Center
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 3rd Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Required Professional Development Credit via LinkedIn Learning School of Business: Online Professional Development (PD) Workshop

30/30 seats remaining

Demystifying Careers: Logistics & Supply Chain

Join the School of Business to demystify what it means to work in Logistics & Supply Chain. What opportunities are in there in this field? What are the different career paths for individuals pursuing logistics & supply chain? There will be a panel of alumni industry professionals currently in logistics & supply chain who will be able to provide their insights from their own experiences.

Fri. Mar 14, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Synchronous Online (via Zoom)

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Robert Giandalone, M.B.A. - Vice President of Procurement at Marriott International
Grainger Flint - Director of Supply Chain at Downeast Cider House
Series: Demystifying Careers , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Elective PD Credit School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement School of Business: Online Professional Development (PD) Workshop

90/100 seats remaining

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How to Network with Executive Ken Rende

Join School of Business Executive in Resident, Ken Rende, as he shares tips and advice on networking. To him, networking is about building genuine relationships, not just exchanging favors. He'll share how you should focus on meaningful connections that create long-term value, rather than short-term transactions.

Thu. Mar 27, 2025
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
College Union, Room 135, Hunt Room

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Ken Rende - Managing Director, Private Wealth Management, Neuberger Berman
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 2nd Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Fulfills "Networking 101" Requirement

31/45 seats remaining

2025 Internship & Job Fair

The Career Design Center's Spring Internship and Job Fair will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 4-6pm in the MacVittie College Union Ballroom. 

What to Expect:

  • Network with over 80 employers representing a variety of industries.
  • Meet Geneseo alumni who are excited to share their experiences and career opportunities.

How to Prepare:

  • Dress in business attire to make a professional impression.
  • Bring copies of your updated resume to share with employers.
  • Review the list of attending employers on Handshake to familiarize yourself with employers and the opportunities they are seeking to fill.
  • For assistance preparing for the event - stop by the Career Design Center to connect with a career coach and have your resume reviewed, get advice on what to wear, and practice your elevator pitch! 

Thu. Mar 27, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
College Union, Ballroom

Instructor(s):
Jessie Stack-Lombardo, M.S. - Director, Career Design Center
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 2nd Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Fulfills "Networking 101" Requirement School of Business: Elective PD Credit

300/300 seats remaining

Demystifying Careers: Event Management

Join the School of Business to demystify what it means to work in event management. What opportunities are in there in events? What are the different career paths for individuals pursuing event management? There will be a panel of alumni industry professionals currently in event management who will be able to provide their insights from their own experiences.

Tue. Apr 1, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Synchronous Online (via Zoom)

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Michelle Minasian - President at Minasian Events
Becky Strumpf, CMP - Senior Event Experience Managet at New York Hilton Midtown
Series: Demystifying Careers , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: Elective PD Credit School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement School of Business: Online Professional Development (PD) Workshop

82/100 seats remaining

Virtual Workshop: Sign in to attend virtual workshop

Building your Career - Leadership lessons and reflections from Don Payerle, former President of Stryker

Join Don Payerle, School of Business Executive in Resident, as he shares his career journey from a psychology student at Geneseo to President of Stryker Joint Replacement, a $4.5 billion division of a $20 billion medical device manufacturer. Don will talk about taking risks, looking for opportunities in unexpected places, and his own experience in sales, marketing, and general management. This discussion is open to all who are trying to figure out their next steps after Geneseo.

Wed. Apr 9, 2025
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Welles Hall, Room 121

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Don Payerle - retired President of Styker Joint Replacement
Series: School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop

41/55 seats remaining

Demystifying Careers: Insurance

Join the School of Business to demystify the field of Insurance. What can one do in the Insurance industry? What are the different career paths in Insurance? There will be a panel of current alumni in Insurance who will be able to provide insights into the flourishing industry.

Thu. Apr 24, 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The School of Business Trading Room

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Joe Meyer - Senior VP of Product Management, Programs & Underwriting at Merchants Insurance Group
Series: Demystifying Careers , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Elective PD Credit School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement

38/40 seats remaining

Demystifying Careers: Economics

Join the School of Business to demystify what it means to work as an economist. What opportunities are there? What are the different career paths for individuals pursuing economics? There will be a panel of alumni industry professionals who are currently economists who will be able to provide their insights from their own experiences.

Thu. May 1, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Synchronous Online (via Zoom)

Instructor(s):
MaryBeth Carswell - Corporate Partnerships & Career Education Specialist, School of Business
Connor Hurley - Financial Economist at U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
Series: Demystifying Careers , School of Business Professional Development Program: APPROVED ELECTIVE WORKSHOP , School of Business Professional Development Program: REQUIRED WORKSHOP

Competencies:

School of Business: 1st Year Required PD Workshop School of Business: Elective PD Credit School of Business: Fulfills "Career Exploration" Requirement School of Business: Online Professional Development (PD) Workshop

91/100 seats remaining

Virtual Workshop: Sign in to attend virtual workshop