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Career Management Center Services (CMC)

CMC Hours (during the semester only)
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm

Drop-In Hours (in the Career Resource Library - during the semester only)
Monday - Thursday 
10:00am – 12:00pm

*On drop-in days students are seen on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Career Advising

Take advantage of a comprehensive range of services to help reach your career goals.  Meet with a Career Management Center (CMC) advisor to discuss activities such as identifying interests and skills, starting a job search campaign, writing a resume, and preparing for an interview.  You may schedule an appointment or stop by during our extended walk-in hours.  During walk-in hours, no appointment is needed.

CMC Career Resource Library

The Career Management Center (CMC) Resource Library maintains numerous printed and electronic resources to assist with major and career exploration, company research, resume development, interview skills, and job search techniques. Our library contains a comprehensive collection of books, periodicals, videos, DVD's and directories, and online resources pertinent to educational and occupational exploration. Also located in the library are computers for on-line research and to take self-assessment inventory FOCUS-2 to better understand your interests, abilities and values. CMC staff members are available to answer all in-person reference questions. Visit the Career Resource Library to relax in our comfortable reading environment and take the time to ponder the possibilities of future career achievements.

The Self Registration Access Code for Focus-2 is: profs


Self-Assessment

Ever wonder if your major is a good match for your interests and skills?  Would you like to explore career opportunities related to your major?  The Career Management Center (CMC) can help!  Assessments available to students and alumni include FOCUS-2, Strong Interest Inventory and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.  Contact the Career Management Center for details.  You can learn more about yourself, your major, and job possibilities.  Call now!

PROFS JOBS

PROFS JOBS is a one-stop-shop for your career search needs.  Search for full-time, part-time, summer, and internship positions.  Have your resume critiqued and posted in the electronic resume bank.  Upload cover letters and supporting credentials to include in the on-line application process.  View upcoming career fairs and on campus interview events.  It’s convenient, user-friendly, and FREE!  The PROFS JOBS system is a web-based program accessible from any computer with internet access 24 hours a day, seven days week.   And it’s only for Rowan students and alumni.

Preparing Your Resume

Make sure your resume makes a positive first impression with potential employers. Attend a resume writing workshop, submit your resume to be critiqued via PROFS JOBS or take advantage of the individual resume writing assistance available at the Career Management Center. For individual help with resume or cover letter writing, make an appointment with a Career Management Center Advisor or stop by the Career Management Center Resource Library.  Bring a draft of your resume on a flash disk, CD-RW, or saved in e-mail.

Off-Campus Federal Work-Study Employment Program

Interested in gaining experience in your chosen field?  Do you have a federal work study award? Want to earn a competitive hourly wage for your present part-time employment?  If the answer to these questions is yes, then you need to work in the Off-Campus Work-Study Program! Dozens of pre-professional jobs in various fields await you.

Visit the Financial Aid Office and obtain a Student Authorization Form indicating your FWS award amount. Once completed, make an appointment with Lizziel Sullivan Williams by calling 856-256-4456.

Participating Employers

Off-Campus Federal Work Study Employment Fair

Rowan University Off-Campus Federal Work Study Employment Fair
Fall 2013
Time & Location: TBA

Increase your organization's visibility on campus and network with Rowan University Federal Work Study Students interested in gaining employment opportunities.

This event is free of charge and lunch will be served.

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Career Events

Take advantage of a comprehensive range of events to help you reach your career goals.

View all Career Events

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Career Management Center Workshops

Professional Edge Workshop Series

Your Online Job and Internship Connection: Profs Jobs
Are you in? Learn about features available on Profs Jobs! Through this online resource students can have their resume critiqued, search for jobs and internships, post resumes, retrieve career fair information, obtain employer information and access on-campus interviewing and recruiting events.
TBA

A Foot in the Door: Networking Basics
Networking starts long before you need a job or internship. Actually, the senior year job search begins freshman year. Develop networking strategies to be successful in a highly competitive job market.
TBA

Success by Design: Build Winning Resumes
Employers typically spend less than 30 seconds reviewing your resume. Learn to design a resume that grabs attention and targets the job you want.
TBA

Introduction to Career Management (CMC)
Take a tour of the Career Management Center. Learn about what CMC can do for you regardless of your position...freshman exploring major and career choices, sophomore researching career options, junior looking for an internship or senior about to graduate and looking for employment opportunities. Receive information about our services and events.
TBA

“Tell Me About Yourself”: Prepare for a Successful Interview
Learn about the different types of interviews, how to prepare for an interview, employers’ expectations of you, and what information to share about yourself.
TBA

Get Noticed: Shine at Career Fairs
Discover what employers expect from students during, and after a career fair: including how to research employers, what to wear, what to bring with you and how to successfully communicate with employers.
TBA

All workshops will be held in the Career Management Center

Career Management Center
Learn. Network. Explore.
Savitz Hall 2nd floor
856.256.4456
www.rowan.edu/cmc

Request A Workshop
The Career Management Center conducts workshops for academic classes, and for student clubs and organizations on career related topics.

Request Guidelines:
• THREE WEEKS lead time to guarantee a presenter

Format Guidelines:
• Schedule at the beginning of class or meeting
• 45 to 60 minutes, including short questions and answers

Your Responsibilities:
• Complete Request Form online
• Discuss workshop content with your presenter in advance
• Start the workshop at the agreed-upon time

To request a workshop click here

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Career Management Center is to engage students in the development and implementation of meaningful educational and career goals consistent with their personal values, interests, and abilities.

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Career Management Center Staff

Lizziel Sullivan Williams
Director
Sullivanl@rowan.edu
Ruben Britt, Jr.
Assistant Director
Britt@rowan.edu

Robert Bullard
Assistant Director
Bullardr@rowan.edu

Netesha Peterson
Career Counselor
Petersonn@rowan.edu

Samantha Scott
Secretary
Scotts@rowan.edu

 



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