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Monday, January 22nd
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
60-Minute Mentor (Mary Lou Williams Center (Faith-Based) & LGBT (Actuarial))
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Topics:
1) Faith-Based Careers
This conversation will center around ministry and faith-based opportunities
in the church and in the community. Guest Speakers are: Jeanette Stokes;
Director, Resource Center for Women and Ministry in the South. Abby Coker; Community Minister, Duke Chapel.
2) Actuarial Science
This conversation will center around opportunities in actuarial science.
Guest speaker is Patrick Getzen, Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
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5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
What's Next? Help for Deciding Students (Von Canons - Bryan Center)
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If you are in the process of choosing a major or unsure of your career interests, join us for this program designed exclusively for you. Co-sponsored by Duke Career Center and Academic Advising.
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Tuesday, January 23rd
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5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
Leveraging your Duke Experience (Griffith Film Theater)
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What is the value of your Duke education? How should you ‘sell’ yourself to people outside the Duke community? Come to hear what you can do to market your education, your extracurricular activities and campus involvement, as well as your internships and work experience. This will be an opportunity to learn from deans, faculty, and Student Affairs staff about how to leverage your Duke experience.
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7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Professional School Panel - Medicine (Nelson Music Room (East Campus))
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Thinking about a career in medicine? Not sure if med school is for you? Attend this panel to hear from medical professionals and med students about life in medical school and beyond.
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7:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Professional school Panel - Business (Griffith Film Theater)
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Thinking about a career in business? Not sure if business school is for you? Attend this panel to hear from businessmen and graduate students about life in business school and beyond.
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Wednesday, January 24th
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4:00 pm - 5:15 pm |
Book bag to Briefcase (Schiciano Auditorium: Fitzpatrick Ctr)
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Is your graduation is right around the corner? Are feeling a bit anxious about leaving your nest at Duke? For the past several years, housing and utilities have been paid for by your parents, financial aid, or student loans; you’ve become accustomed to swiping your card for meals; and your only real worries have been making the grade. The transition to real life can be tough if you are not properly prepared for it. This panel of recent graduates will focus on the transition from school to work. They will educate you on such mundane matters as taxes, insurance, unscrupulous landlords, and dating.
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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
Professional School Panel - Law (Schiciano Auditorium: Fitzpatrick Ctr)
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Thinking about a career in law? Not sure if law school is for you? Attend this panel to hear from lawyers and law students about life in law school and beyond.
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7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
An Interview Reality Show (04 Sanford Institute)
Grad students only |
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If you're in the last phase of your graduate program, you'll soon be sitting under the lights being interviewed for your first post-Duke job. The INTERVIEW REALITY SHOW will be an interactive demonstration by 2 job candidates applying for industry and faculty positions. Each candidate will participate in a mock interview and get interviewer and audience feedback to will help them perform effectively when those recruiting lights are turned on. Mock interviews are the thing to calm the nerves and loose the tongue.
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7:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Wine Tasting and Etiquette Dinner (REGISTRATION CLOSED/ SOLD OUT) (Washington Duke Inn)
Admission is permitted ONLY to seniors who paid the $25 fee. This event is SOLD OUT. |
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This event is full to capacity.
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Thursday, January 25th
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Networking Workshop (Von Canons A&B)
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Not quite sure what to say when you approach the alumni? Are you wondering how to network and gain valuable contacts beyond Duke? This workshop is a step-by-step guide on how to network and build relationships.
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Friday, January 26th
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10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Career and Summer Opportunities Fair (registration at event) (Bryan Center)
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Meet employers from a variety of career fields who will be recruiting for internships, summer jobs, and full-time positions. Visit the Career Fair for more information.
No online registration. You must register at the Fair.
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6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Alumni Welcome & Orientation (alumni only) (Old Trinity Room, West Union Building)
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For alumni who plan to arrive early for the Career Conference. Stop by the Old Trinity Room to pick up your welcome packet and to mingle with fellow alumni presenters and staff. We will also help get you acquainted with what to expect for the weekend.
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7:30 pm - 9:00 pm |
Diversity Networking Dinner (Von Canons A&B)
Co-sponsored by Black Student Alliance, Asian Students Association, Mi Gente, and Diya |
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Planning to go to law school, medical school, or someday get an internship
or job? Don't miss this opportunity to learn about various employers who
are interested in diversity recruiting for their organization. Network with
many different employers who have a strong interest in creating a diverse
applicant pool for internships and jobs. The event will feature a 30-min
panel of recruiters from our Career Week sponsors which include: The US
State Department, Lehman Brothers, Procter and Gamble, Macy's, Barclay's
Capital, Aflac, Credit Suisse and more. They will share their best inside
tips for students on how to be successful in the job/internship search. No
resume required to participate but, due to limited space you must tell us
why we should select you to participate.
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Saturday, January 27th - Fannie Mitchell Career Conference
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9:00 am - 10:00 am |
Alumni-Only Breakfast (Refectory Cafe, Westbrook Building (West Campus))
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This is a closed event for alumni panelists and special guests.
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9:00 am - 11:00 am |
Student Registration (Bryan Center)
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10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Concurrent Workshops (Location given at registration)
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Advertising & Public Relations
Biotechnology
Business Management
Business of Entertainment & Media
Consulting
Engineering and Technology
Finance
Government and Defense
Health Related Careers
Healthcare Administration
Investment Banking
Law Firms & Corporate Law
Marketing & Sales
Nonprofit & Social Responsibility
Politics, Policy and Advocacy
Practicing Medicine
Print/ Online/ Broadcast Journalism
Public & Social Law
Real Estate
Scientific Research
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11:45 am - 1:00 pm |
Concurrent Workshops (Location given at registration)
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Art & Music
Balancing Act: Work and Life
Environment
Higher Education Teaching and Administration
K-12 Teaching & Administration
Production: Behind the Scenes
Publishing & Writing for a Living
Short-Term Opportunities in Teaching and Service
Sports
Starting a Business
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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Networking Lunch (TBA)
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2:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Concurrent Workshops (Location given at registration)
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Advertising & Public Relations
Biotechnology
Business Management
Business of Entertainment & Media
Consulting
Engineering and Technology
Finance
Government and Defense
Health Related Careers
Healthcare Administration
Investment Banking
Law Firms & Corporate Law
Marketing & Sales
Nonprofit & Social Responsibility
Politics, Policy and Advocacy
Practicing Medicine
Print/ Online/ Broadcast Journalism
Public & Social Law
Scientific Research
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3:45 pm - 5:00 pm |
President's Reception (TBA)
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