Disability in the Workplace: Tips, tricks, and resources to help you up your (work) game!
Date and Time
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
12:00 to 1:00 pm
Location
This is an online event.
Contact
Olivia Lopez - Workability III
LopezO@scc.losrios.edu
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Tips, tricks, and resources to help you up your (work) game!
Second Wednesday of each month
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Workshop Series
Look at me!: Attention-grabbing resumes and cover letters
September 14, 2022
On average employers look at resumes for only 6 seconds before they decide they’re interested in reading more! Come learn how to create a resume that stands out. We will walk you through:
- how to highlight your most relevant, transferable skills and achievements
- address gaps due to a disability or health condition
- bring in experience from your classes and volunteerism
Gaining a competitive edge: Building work experience
October 12, 2022
Fact – about 91% of employers prefer to hire new graduates with work experience in addition to certain skills and qualities! Join us at the next workshop to learn about how you can increase your competitive advantage to enter your career field! You’ll learn about different ways to build professional connections and skills through:
- paid and unpaid internships
- work experiences
- volunteerism
- networking
Interviewing with confidence: Stand out as the best job candidate!
November 9, 2022
The scariest part of searching for a job is often the interview process... not knowing what they're going to ask you, sweaty hands, all eyes on you - it can be intimidating! We will give you tips to ace the interview and increase your chance to land the job. Learn about the art of disability disclosure, including how to talk about your disability as a strength and source of valuable workplace diversity.
Organizer
WorkAbility III