For any additional information about our Career Workshops please call us at 978-556-3722 or email us at careerplanning@necc.mass.edu.

Resume Preparation & Job Search on the Internet

Learn how to present yourself to potential employers with a professional resume and cover letter. Content, accomplishment statements, and style for traditional and online resumes will be discussed. Opportunity to “surf the net” for job information and leads.

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Monday, February, 27         12:00-2:00PM
Haverhill, Student Center SC214
Presenter: Mike Markham

Tuesday, March, 20          5:00-7:00 PM
Lawrence, L244
Presenter: Mike Markham

Wednesday, April 11         3:00-5:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC215
Presenter: Mike Markham 

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

Discover your natural preferences, how to work with and appreciate others, and suggestions for fulfilling careers.

(2 one-hour sessions, must attend both)

Wednesday, Feb, 29 and March, 7        12:00-1:00 pm
Haverhill, Student Center, SC213
Presenter: Gisela Nash

Wednesday, March, 28 and April, 4     12:00-1:00 pm
Lawrence Campus, Rm L144
Presenter: Glennys Sanchez

Career Decisions

If you are uncertain about your career path, this workshop is for you!  You will identify career decision factors and take Holland Personality and Interest Inventory, which will help you determine your future career path.

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Monday, February,6            2:00-4:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC 106
Presenter: Mike Markham

Friday, March 2             2:00-4:00 PM
Lawrence, L144
Presenter:  Mike Markham

Tuesday, March, 27           5:00-7:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC213
Presenter:  Mike Markham

Interview I

Discover the importance of preparing for an interview to successfully market your strengths and transferable skills. Learn the process of conducting an informational interview. (This workshop must be completed prior to Co-op placement)

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Tuesday, February, 28         1:00-3:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC214
Presenter: Mike Markham

Tuesday, March, 6             2:00-4:00 PM
Lawrence, L144
Presenter:  Mike Markham

Monday, April, 9                 5:00-7:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center SC214
Presenter: Mike Markham

Interview II

(Pre-requisite:Interview I)
Discover the importance of preparing for an interview to successfully market your strengths and transferable skills. Learn the process of conducting an informational interview. (Five Student Maximum)

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Thursday, April, 26            1:00-3:00 PM
Haverhill, Bentley Library, A123
Presenter: Mike Markham

Developing a Personal Leadership Philosophy

Examine the skills, tasks, and characteristics of effective leaders. You will learn to explore and apply your own leadership strategies as you examine society’s varying perspectives.

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Wednesday, March, 7         12:00-2:00 PM
Haverhill Sports & Fitnes Center D129
Presenter: Nita Lamborghini

Tuesday, March 20             3:00-5:00 PM
L144
Presenter: Nita Lamborghini

Friday, March, 30            9:00-11:00 AM
Haverhill, Sports & Fitness Center, D129
Presenter: Nita Lamborghini

Saturday, March, 31       3:00-5:00PM
Haverhill, Sport & Fitness Center, D129
Presenter: Nita Lamborghini

Portfolio Development I

Evaluate the different types of portfolios, the process of putting one together, the essential items to include, and the supplies needed. You will be given the opportunity to do a market analysis of yourself and learn how to effectively use the portfolio as a marketing tool throughout your career.

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Tuesday, March, 13         2:00-4:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC215
Presenter: Mike Markham

Tuesday, March, 27       5:00-7:00 PM
Lawrence, L 144
Presenter: Mike Markham

Portfolio Development II

Must come with your portfolio. We will critique each portfolio and provide constructive feedback. You will have the opportunity to practice your presentation.

Contact Mike Markham at 978-556-3741 to Schedule Workshop.

Workplace Communication & Conflict Resolution

Develop a better understanding of the importance of interpersonal communication skills. You will learn about different communication styles, various “difficult” personalities, strategies to build mutually beneficial relationships, and ways to resolve conflict effectively.

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Tuesday, February, 28       2:00-4:00 PM
Lawrence, L144
Presenter: Mike Markham

Wednesday, March 7       2:00-4:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC214
Presenter: Mike Markham

Time and Stress Management

Gain excellent advice and learn valuable skills to become effective leaders. Develop techniques of time management, ways to reduce and manage stress, and start to enjoy life’s challenges.

Presenters: Amy Kelly, Rob Parker, Dina Brown

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Time Management

Wednesday, March 28       3:00-4:00 PM
Lawrence

Saturday, March , 31      11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Haverhill, Sports & Fitness Ctr., D 129
Presenter: Amy Kelly

Stress Management

Friday, March 23             12:00-1:00 PM
Haverhill
Presenter: Rob Parker

Saturday, March 31      12:30-1:30PM
Haverhill
Presenter:Rob Parker

Strengths Quest

Discover your greatest strengths and learn how to develop your greatest talents, improve learning and grades, and determine a rewarding career path.

(2 one-hour sessions, must attend both)

Thursday, March 1 & 8     12:00 1:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC213
Presenter: Dina Brown

Monday, March 26 & April 2     4:00-5:00 PM 
Lawrence, L144
Presenter: Dina Brown

*Participants must contact Dina Brown prior to first workshop, dbrown@necc.mass.edu or 978.556.3732

Social Networking Savvy

Learn the do’s and don’ts of using social networking and how it will impact your employability. Gain excellent advice about Facebook, Twitter blogging and new location based services. Learn how employers use these for reference checks.

Check the Website           
Haverhill, Student Center, SC213
Presenter: Cherie Hagen

Chart You Course from College to Career

College is an important step in charting your career. Use this time well and start preparing for a rewarding career.

Learn the employability skills needed for the 21st century and the steps of career planning, academic and career preparation, and the employment process.

Thursday, February, 2           1:00-2:00 PM
Haverhill, Student Center, SC213
Presenter: Mike Markham

Monday, February, 27                 2:00-3:00PM
Lawrence, L144
Presenter: Mike Markham

Co-op Orientation & Business Etiquette

*Students interested in registering for Cooperative Education must attend this workshop prior to starting a Co-op work experience.

This is a mandatory meeting for pending Co-op students. You will have an opportunity to learn about and discuss current business protocol in the workplace and meet with your Job Developer to review all Co-op requiremnts.

Wednesday, February, 1             2:00-4:00pm
Haverhill, Student Center, SC214
Presenter: Mike Markham

Co-op Professional Seminar

*For registered Co-op students who have completed 75 hours of Co-op work experience.

This is a mandatory workshop for registered Co-op students. Discuss how your experience has helped in your career growth. You’ll be able to network and share experiences with other
Co-op students.

Contact Mike Markham to schedule Workshop.