Student Professional Development Center

A look at various factors that influence a decision to apply to graduate school, offered in advance of the Student Professional Development Center's 2019 Graduate & Professional Development School Fair in McKinnon Hall from 3 to 6 pm.

If you're thinking about going into the freelancing world or maybe you've never even heard of it, Ms. Judge at the Student Professional Development Center offers insight into this growing business and whether its right for you. A freelancing gig could give you the freedom you need while honing in on the craft you're most passionate about.

There are many paths that engineering students can choose from as part of the Elon dual-degree program. Here are some ideas for creating the most competitive portfolio for the industry including internships and extracurricular experience.

What is this new interview process and how can I best prepare for it? This column includes insight into how to be ready for the interviews that companies don't want you to be ready for. MMIs are notorious for rapid questions that make you think on your toes with very little reflection time in between.

Alistair Cox's article explores the new cultural trend driving our need to be constantly busy. Cox tells us that we should "consciously step off the treadmill now and again" in order to prioritize and do what matters most.

Many jobs require project management skill sets and knowledge but may not have "project management" in the job title. In this column, Danielle Golinski offers advice on how students can cultivate experience prior to applying for these types of jobs.

How do we get beyond the stigma of a sales representative being that "slimy car salesman" and see the real benefit of the sales industry? Cindy Sweeney, Director of Career Services for the School of Business, offers great reasons to apply to sales jobs, including that 25% of top CEOs started in marketing and sales. See how Elon's connections with sales teams all over the U.S. can help you get that dream job you weren't expecting.

When is the best time to start applying for jobs in communications and media? For many career opportunities the process will not begin until the Spring, but that is no reason not to apply for Leadership Development Programs now.  Get the experience you need to get that competitive edge. 

5:30 - 6:30 p.m., SPDC, Moseley 140

5:30- 6:30 p.m. McKinnon Hall, Moseley