Career Development Week, hosted by Office of Mentoring and Coaching in conjunction with Career Services, will be held on November 14-16, 2023 during National Career Development Month. These events are designed to help Central Piedmont students explore professional development topics and participate in events such as LinkedIn / Resume Development workshops, mock Interviews, employer panels and an employer meet-and-greet.
We aim to have employers speak to current employment opportunities at their companies as well as discuss the employability skills necessary to be successful in this current job market.
If you need an accommodation(s) in order to participate in a student-related meeting or event, email Disability and Access Services at least 48 hours prior to the event to discuss how we can best accommodate you.
These employers will be present:
Wells Fargo
Bank of America
Novant Health
Atrium Health
City of Charlotte
IPEX
NAVEX
Vanguard
Day 1: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Clothing Closet Pop Up
Central Piedmont students will be able to get a sneak peak of professional attire that is available to Central Piedmont students, free of charge, at our on campus Professional Clothing Closet.
Looking for resume help? Come bring a printed copy of your resume to have it reviewed and get feedback from recruiting professionals from a variety of industries. Register for the event and keep an eye out for employers as they are added.
Are you studying Information Technology or Accounting and Finance and could benefit from learning more information about opportunities in the industry? Join us for an opportunity to connect with representatives from Wells Fargo and Grow with Google. Refreshments will be served.
Make your personality “work” for you: An interactive discussion with Bank of America on Applying your Emotional Intelligence in Your Everyday Life
This workshop is ideal for individuals looking to better understand how to apply emotional intelligence skills to their personal and professional lives. Effective use of emotional intelligence allows you to master influencing and build better working relationships. This workshop will provide learners with the skills needed to feel confident in their ability to understand their actions and that of those around them.
Employers will share with students the benefits of LinkedIn, the different ways that students can use LinkedIn to search for employment as well as network with colleagues and employers. Employers will also share with students how they use LinkedIn to search for talent in their respective industries.
ChatGPT for Careers: Use AI to Accelerate the Job Search
Tired of feeling like your entire job search rests on your shoulders? Join LinkedIn’s former head of student and alumni education to discover how to leverage ChatGPT to support and accelerate your search.
Employers will share with students the basic layout of an acceptable professional resume as well as provide insight on resumes from an employer perspective. They will discuss the do’s and don'ts of a resume as well as the key factors that catches the eye of an employer when reviewing resumes.
Securities Industry Essentials Certification Fundamentals
During this interactive panel discussion, you will learn firsthand knowledge about the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam and why this is the first step in launching a successful career as an investments/wealth management professional. Learn from a range of industry professionals at Bank of America, Vanguard, and Wells Fargo as we share experiences and debunk myths around FINRA licensing and working in the securities industry. We will also share important information on how you can make the first step to enroll in the SIE prep course at Central Piedmont!
Join us as we hear from employers from different industries. During the panel, employers will share a brief overview of their professional journey, discuss current industry challenges and opportunities as well as share the important skills, characteristics and qualities that they look for in individuals seeking employment at their company. After the 1 hour panel, employers and students will have the opportunity to speak with each other while enjoying some refreshments.
Career services staff from Central Piedmont Community College will facilitate this workshop to introduce students to Handshake and Big Interview which are the job board and interview preparation software used by the college. These platforms will assist with job search, resume reviews, communicating with employers, interview preparation and much more!
Employers will share with students the benefits of LinkedIn, the different ways that students can use LinkedIn to search for employment as well as network with colleagues and employers. Employers will also share with students how they use LinkedIn to search for talent in their respective industries.
Career services staff from Central Piedmont Community College will facilitate this workshop to introduce students to Handshake and Big Interview which are the Job Board and Interview preparation software used by the college. These platforms will assist with job search, resume reviews, communicating with employers, interview preparation and much more!
Career services staff from Central Piedmont Community College will facilitate this workshop on why creating a personal brand is important and how to use your social media and your network to job search.
Speed Networking: How to Effectively Communicate your Elevator Pitch
Join us and current employers as we help you perfect your elevator pitch! Students will gain networking skills, confidence in explaining their attributes and goals, and build professional connections.