Level Up Your Career Game: Maine Business School’s First-Ever Career Week!
MBS is thrilled to announce our inaugural Career Week, which will run from February 3 to 7 and will give MBS students the edge they need before the UMaine Career Fair on Wednesday, February 12.
Think of Career Week as a personal career boot camp packed with workshops and resources to help you land that dream internship or job. “Career readiness events are one of the best ways to connect with employers, explore different industries, and expand your professional network,” says Trina Shuler, MBS Internship Coordinator.
The Maine Business School is committed to providing students with the tools and connections needed for success. From on-campus recruiter visits and lunch and learns to professional development workshops and our immersive Bear Treks, we offer a wealth of opportunities to explore career paths and build your professional network. And the best part? All of these events are FREE for MBS students!
Why is Career Week so important?
It’s about more than just finding a job; it’s about building a foundation for your future. “These opportunities provide our students with the tools, resources, and connections that will have a lasting impact on their long-term career goals and aspirations,” says Schuler. “By fostering opportunities for students to connect one-on-one directly with local and national employers, students are able to build and grow their professional network as well as discover internship and early career opportunities.”
What’s in store for Career Week?
We’ve curated a dynamic lineup of events covering essential career development topics, from optimizing your LinkedIn profile to mastering Handshake, the go-to platform for internships and jobs. Here’s a sneak peek:
Monday, February 3
Personal Branding Day
12-1 pm in the Student Success Center
MBS students can stop by and receive a professional headshot and sign up for MBS Networking Cards.
Tuesday, February 4
LinkedIn Workshop, hosted by the American Marketing Association
5-6 pm in DPC 217
HR consultant and owner of Hello Marigold, Hannah Koeller, will share best practices to build or evolve your LinkedIn profile.
Wednesday, February 5
Cover Letter Workshop with Cross Insurance Agency
4-5 pm in DPC 205
Find out how to craft a compelling cover letter to accompany your resume. Michelle Ibarguen from Cross Insurance will share examples of what to do and not to do when applying for internships and jobs.
Register here.
Thursday, February 6
Bear Treks to Sargent Corporation
2:30-4 pm
Take a tour of Sargent Corporation and find out how a business background is integral in the engineering industry. Transportation is provided.
Space is limited. Register here.
Friday, February 7
Handshake Workshop
2-3 pm in DPC 205
All MBS students have free access to Handshake, the #1 internship and job search platform for college students. Trina Schuler, MBS Internship Coordinator, will walk you through the steps of claiming your profile and show you how to use this powerful search tool.
Register here.