Academic & Career Advising

Principia College: Academic & Career Advising

You're here: The Principia > Principia College > Academics > Advising >>> Programs Explore Further > About ACA Advising > Academic Planning Majors & Minors Course Information Registration Academic Support Self-Discovery College Catalog Career Preparation > Graduate School Job/Internship Postings Programs & Workshops Resources & Weblinks Internships > Academic Internships Non-Academic Internships Internship Opportunities Locating an Internship Journals Employer's Packet Graduate Schools Student Ombudsman Transition Coordination Faculty Resources FAQ Careers Programs and Workshops Academic and Career Advising (ACA) offers a variety of programs and workshops throughout the year. Career Conference Career Conference is a three day career training program offered to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. It takes place on the Principia College campus immediately following fall quarter. For the exact dates call or stop by ACA. Key presenter is a nationally recognized speaker/writer of careers and job search issues. Sessions will include such topics as: Self-assessment Developing a personal statement Career strategies Life-After-Graduation Skills Job search strategies Getting your foot in the door Resume and cover letter writing Graduate / Law school information Etiquette dinner & training Interview training: Typical interview questions What to wear Taped mock interview and review Evening Events Workshops on various career related topics are held throughout the academic quarter. Workshop topics include: Grad School Jobs for International Students Senior Series: Life After Graduation Top Ten Things You Should Know After Graduation Health Care, Insurance and Finance Finding your Path For the exact dates call or stop by ACA. Job Fairs Job Fairs are a great way to explore employment possibilities and gain confidence in presenting yourself to employers and responding to their questions. Contact ACA for dates, times and transportation arrangements to and from these events. Some important steps for a successful job fair are to: Have a polished resume; Be able to introduce yourself confidently, with a thoughtful and succinct response to company representatives; Understand “how to work” a job fair.