Résumé & Interviewing
Strategies
2-credit, 2-weekend class, EXPRL 220
Learn to create a winning résumé and represent your best talents in interview situations. Guest speakers from local companies will tell you what they really want to see on résumés and hear about in job interviews. Class will include practice interviews.
Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 10 & 11 and Oct. 17 & 18
Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Nov. 7 & 8 and Nov. 14 & 15
Career & Live Planning
one weekend, non-credit, call for an appointment
Identify your interests and transferable skills
Find career options to fit your skills and experience
Get the latest information on re-training
Friday, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m,
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 24 & 25
Fee $99
Creating A Portfolio
2 credit class, EXPRL 190
Transform your education, knowledge and experience into a portfolio that speaks volumes!
Learn about portfolios and their uses
Create a portfolio from class projects, volunteer and work experiences
Present your portfolio at interviews to prove your potential
Arranged with instructor.
Contact Carol Forté at cforte@bcc.ctc.edu
ACADEMIC INTERNSHIPS!
Continuous enrollment variable 2-5 CR, EXPRL 191, 192, & 193
Gain valuable work experience
Explore a career
Earn 2-5 credits
Flexible to fit your schedule
Scholarships may be available
To learn more, visit our internships website or call (425) 564-2279
Free POWER WORKSHOPS
Non-credit. Free, but registration required.
Interview Practice Sessions
Sign up for a one-hour practice interview with a representative from a local company. This is an excellent way to experience a realistic interview and receive feedback, without the pressure. Each interview includes a set of practice questions and tips. You will need to e-mail your résumé one week prior to your practice interview to jfoster@bcc. ctc.edu to participate.
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Thurs., October 16, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
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Thurs., November 6, 1:30–3:20 p.m.
Networking & The Hidden Job Market:
Tapping Into Unadvertised Jobs
Did you know that 60-70% of jobs are not advertised? Join this workshop and learn how you can use networking strategies to help with your job search. Presented by Faith Rayman, Career Consultant.
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Tues., October 21, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Do More Than Survive;
Make a Difference Through Your Work
In this workshop we’ll discuss ways that you can make a difference in your current life and work. We’ll also explore sustainable careers and organizations that are committed to sustainability. Presented by Teresa McClane, Assistant Director, and Faith Rayman, Career Consultant.
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Thurs., October 23, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Careers with a Future
What will your career options be three to five years from now? Learn how to prepare yourself for careers with a future. Presented by Laura McCray, career and internship specialist.
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Thurs., October 30, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Are you LinkedIn?
More than 10 million people are using a social networking resource called LinkedIn for business development, career management, job search, and recruitment – just to name a few. So what are you waiting for? Learn how to get LinkedIn! Presented by Carol Forté and Fabienne Mouton, Career Consultants.
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Tues., November 4, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Salary Negotiation
Join this workshop presented by Allan Hay and learn effective, nonconfrontational strategies that can add significant money to your career lifetime. Allan Hay is one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading authorities on the subject of salary negotiation.
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Wed., November 12, 12:30–2:00 p.m.
Cover Letter Review
Join this workshop to learn about cover letters, letters of inquiry, and marketing letters, to help you in this competitive job market. Presented by Laura McCray, career and internship specialist.
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Thurs., November 13, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Scholarship Resources Program (SRP)
Visit www.bellevuecollege.edu/scholarships/
Contact Kristi Szilak for assistance with your:
scholarship search
scholarship applications (425) 564-2279
Connect!
Your on-line career management system http://bellevuecollege.edu/careers/connect.html
look for jobs & internships
listen to Career Café podcasts on topics you need to know
connect with professional mentors