May 2010 Career Fair and Training Symposium

Article posted on February 16, 2010 - 4:12pm

The Northwest Indian College (NWIC) is hosting a 2-day Career Fair and Training symposium in May, featuring keynote speakers and career-preparation workshops.

This educational event, cosponsored by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, features not only networking opportunities for employers and students, but also presentations, speakers and workshops.The keynote speaker for the symposium is John Herrington, a former astronaut and the first Native American in space. 

Employers, partner with us in our mission to promote student success by joining forces with NWIC at the 2010 Career Fair and Training Symposium. The event will be held on Tuesday, May 4, and Wednesday, May 5, at the NWIC campus, located at 2522 Kwina Rd. in Bellingham. Exhibits will be open on both days from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Employers interested in registering as exhibitors, please fill out the following form. Employer registration. Space is limited. The registration deadline is Friday, April 9.

 

 

 

Students, access a wealth of career-preparation opportunities and resources for your future while gaining college credit at the Career Fair. Career Fair Flyer.

To earn college credit, enroll in HMDV (Human Development) 188 A for 2 credits by April 6. For this course, students will be required to participate in symposium events, prepare a professional resume, compile questions for employers, and write a reflection paper.

Students enrolled for college credit will also prepare for the Career Fair & Training Symposium from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 13, in Kwina 113. During this workshop, attendees will learn how to talk to employers, build networking strategies and compose quality resumes.

Schedule of events:
• Employers Exhibit Drop-In: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 4 and 5 in NWIC Log Building and CAC
• Welcoming Ceremonies, Speakers, Closing Ceremony: May 4 and 5
• Workshops: Subjects include internships, keys to getting the right job,
   interviewing and learning about career opportunities, 9:30 a.m. to noon and
   1 p.m. to 3 p.m., on May 5 in Kwina 112

For more information, contact NWIC Career Advisor Maeg Demmons at 360-392-4256, 866-676-2772 ext. 4256, or mdemmons@nwic.edu.