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Upcoming Events

Careers 101

Careers 101 is a three hour class taught by the Career Services department. Classes are offered on Fridays from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in room 262C (behind the computer lab). RSVP is required. The curriculum includes use of the DISCOVER career exploration system, use of UTPB's College Central Network, students will take the Myers Briggs typology inventory and hear sessions on interviewing, resume/cover letter preparation and job hunting strategies. Many of our professors offer extra credit for attending these seminars, so check with your instructor prior to enrolling. Classes can also be customized one on one to fit the needs of the individual.  There is NO cost and sessions are open to current UTPB students and alumni.

To RSVP, call career services at 552-2633 or email careerservices@utpb.edu.

Spring 2010 On-Campus Recruiting Schedule

Enterprise Rent-a-Car, April 2, 2010 UTPB Career Center, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon.  Enterprise will be on campus recruiting for management trainees and candidates for their internship program.  Internship candidates must have at least 60 college credit hours and management trainee candidates can be from any discipline, but must be an alumni or May 2010 candidate for graduation.  To reserve an interview, call the UTPB Career Services office at 552-2633.

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Spring 2010 Events (remaining)

Your Guide to Working Overseas, March 4, 2010, noon to 1 p.m.  Learn how to do your homework before accepting an offer to work overseas.  Discussions will revolve around political and safety issues, contract negotiations, tax consequences and passport/VISA considerations.  Open to the general public. A free lunch will be provided.

How to Prepare an Effective Resume, March 25, 2010, noon to 1 p.m.   Learn how quantitative statements can enhance your resume.  Teacher resumes will also be discussed for education students along with cover letters and thank you letters.   Open to the general public. A free lunch will be provided to all students in attendance.

UTPB Spring Job Fair, April 1, 2010 , noon to 4 p.m., UTPB gym.  Open to the general public. Dress for success and bring plenty of resumes, as over 55 employers are expected to be on hand for this event.  If you missed our “Dress for Success” seminar in the fall, go to http://ss.utpb.edu/career-services/videos/ and select the “Dress for Success” link.  Also, the UTPB Career Center can assist you with mock interviews and resume critiques.  The following companies have already registered:   Lubbock County, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD, Wink Loving ISD, Midland ISD, ABLE Center, Medical Center Hospital, Texas Department of Public Safety, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, Reeves County Detention Center, Security Bank, Manor Park, Kermit ISD, Midland Memorial Hospital, UTEP Grad School, Colorado River Municipal Water District, Lithia Motors, Ector County ISD, Accountemps, San Angelo ISD, Workforce Solutions of the Permian Basin, Snelling Staffing Services, KUPB-TV, J.B. Hunt Transport, Fastenal Company, KPEJ-TV Fox 24, U.S. Navy Officer Programs, Birdville ISD, AFLAC, West Texas Centers for MHMR, Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I), Newswest 9, Adult Protective Services, Complex Community Federal Credit Union, Wells Fargo, First National Bank of Midland, GPI, Cornell Corrections, Energi Personnel, Fort Stockton ISD, UT-Permian Basin,