STUDY A TOPIC CRITICAL TO YOUR CAREER GOALS
and meet the people who have made names for themselves in the field. One credit courses in Career Development connect you to the ideas and the people that are making news in Development/Policy, PR/Media, and Finance. The courses are a unique blend of academic analysis and field study, involving trips to New York City and/or Washington D.C.
Co-sponsoring the Career Development courses with the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the Whiting School of Engineering are the Development Offices of the Krieger and the Whiting Schools, the Second Decade Society, and the Career Center. The Career Development courses/trips are designed to provide you with an intensive in-class experience followed by a trip allowing you to explore the career field of choice up close. View the sample NYC Career Development trip visits and industry representatives from past courses to see what may be in store for you…
WHO CAN TAKE THE CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM?
There is a limit of 25 students per trip. In case of oversubscription, a selection process will take place. Priority will be given to juniors, then sophomores, then seniors.
ONCE SELECTED
Students will receive prompt notification and further instructions from the Career Center Office via email. Students pay their deposit and sign a Trip Release Waiver Form at the Career Center, Garland Hall 3rd Floor. Students are officially registered for the course. No Refunds will be made after December 13, 2011.
Resumes
Students registered for all courses/trips will submit their resume electronically to the Career Center through their Career Center Account, and must attend a hands-on resume workshop (held in December) that includes critiquing resumes.
Where do we stay when in NYC?
In the past, we have stayed at The Lucerne Hotel New York, 201 West 79th Street. Phone: 212-875-1000 or 1-800-492-8122
Will I have to share a room?
Yes, you will have to share a room with one other person from the class. You will have the opportunity to request a same sex roommate. What meals are covered? Traditionally, we ask hosts to sponsor breakfast or lunch depending on the itinerary. All other meals not scheduled with a host are on your own.
What do I need to bring?
A picture ID is critical for entry into most sites.
In addition, you will want to bring the following:
- Toiletries: Deodorant and breath mints - "the days are long."
- Bring a nice notebook/portfolio, such as Hopkins leather.
- Bring about $50 or more in cash and a credit card for emergencies
What is the attire?
Business attire unless otherwise stated.
