To kick your mind into shape and try to get you hired for the job of your choice, Career Services will offer a one-day intensive bootcamp for Sinclair graduates who seek success in preparing for their job search.
The bootcamp is free and will be held on Wednesday, March 28, from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All Sinclair graduates and possible graduates should register at apps.sinclair.edu/bootcamp.
“It is to help all graduates be prepared for the job search,” said Lindsay Tate, career services specialist. “We will be focused on resume writing, interviewing techniques and job searching.”
During the bootcamp, Tate said there will also be a focus on handling rejection.
“Unfortunately, rejection is so frequent in today’s economy,” she said. “But there are lots of signs that the economy is getting better, so we are really positive about that.”
Attendees will have access to an online job board called JobLink that connects attendees with possible jobs that fit their criteria. Once you’re in the JobLink database the resume can be uploaded and used for future job searches, Tate said.
Participants will engage in interactive mock interviews and prepare drafts of resumes and cover letters. Tate said that the participants will also leave the bootcamp with a binder filled with a plethora of helpful information.
“It is always great to receive free professional help during a job search because job searching has changed in the last five to 10 years,” Tate said. “But having somebody help you create an accurate skill section that is not vague and tailor your resume for the job is more beneficial than trying to navigate it on your own.”
Network building and expanding your circle will be an important aspect of the bootcamp. By doing both, Tate said, it builds your confidence.
“The bootcamp allows you to network and expand your circle. It helps you start off with more confidence and start your job search on the right foot.”
Toward the end of the event, the financial aid office will be providing information about how to process and work with student loans after you graduate.
“We also want them to know that they can always come back. This isn’t a one-time thing and you’re done. I have helped numerous people who came in after a bootcamp,” Tate said.“We are free service for graduates and community members. Even if you can’t make the bootcamp, you are always welcome to come back and receive more help.”
For more information contact Tate at 512-2772. Graduates and possible graduates can also call Career Services to register for the bootcamp.
Free parking passes will be given out at the end of event.
“I want the people who do come to learn really important skills and obtain employment,” Tate said. “That is the end goal for all of us.”
Career Services to get graduates on to a path of employment
