Career and Workplace Readiness Workshop

In today’s competitive job market, career preparedness is not just an advantage—it’s essential. Whether you are a domestic or international student, a recent graduate, or a community member looking to advance your career, understanding the evolving hiring landscape is critical to success.

This workshop brings together leading HR professionals, recruiters, and talent acquisition specialists from Amazon, DKON Consulting, Legrand, and Micron to share best practices for navigating the hiring process, excelling in interviews, and building a successful career in today’s workforce.

While all students and professionals will gain valuable insights, international students will also benefit from additional guidance on navigating U.S. hiring practices, work authorization considerations, and leveraging transferable skills in a global job market.

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Schedule:

2 p.m. Arrival

2:30-3:30 p.m. Panel Session: Workplace Readiness 101 – Essential Competencies and Strategies for Career Success

3:30-4:30 p.m. Mock Interview Session: Gain hands-on experience with real-time feedback from recruiters and hiring professionals.

Who should attend?

Students and recent gradautes – Gain career insights, mentorship, networking opportunities and job search strategies.

Syracuse University community and alumni – Connect with hiring experts and business leaders.

Community members interested in career development– Explore job market trends, career growth opportunities and workplace adaptation strategies.