Career Development Week

Join us for Central Piedmont's second annual Career Development Week. Hosted by the Office of Mentoring and Coaching in conjunction with Career Services, this year's event will be held on November 12-14, 2024, during National Career Development Month.

All three days will be filled with opportunities to engage with employers from various industries during professional development workshops. Sessions will include workshops on LinkedIn, resume development, professional headshots, mock interviews, employer panels, and a meet and greet. Employers will speak about current employment opportunities at their companies as well as discuss the skills necessary to be successful in this current job market.

As you are preparing for your first career or even your second or third, there will be something for you during this event. Mark your calendars and make plans to attend!

For the most up-to-date information, please register for the event. Employers and presenters are subject to change.

Tuesday, November 12

  • Resume Drop-In and Clothing Closet Exhibition

    Time: 12-2 p.m.
    Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Rooms 0060 and 0070
    Register for the Resume Drop-In and Clothing Closet Exhibition

    Are you graduating soon and looking for your first job after graduation? Do you need an outfit for your upcoming interview? Regardless of where you are in your job search, you are going to need a resume and professional attire. Take advantage of this opportunity to have your resume reviewed by the people who are doing the hiring while also getting a sneak peak of the Central Piedmont Clothing Closet.

  • IT and Finance Meet & Greet

    Time: 2-3 p.m.
    Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Room 1000
    Register for the IT and Finance Meet & Greet

    Connect with industry experts in the world for Information Technology and Finance. This Meet & Greet is your chance to connect with employers in the field and learn about unique opportunities in two of Charlotte’s largest industries.

  • Emotional Intelligence Workshop

    Time: 3:15-4:15 p.m.
    Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Room 1010
    Register for the Emotional Intelligence Workshop

    This workshop is ideal for individuals looking to better understand how to apply emotional intelligence skills to their personal and professional lives. Effective use of emotional intelligence allows you to master influencing and build better working relationships. This workshop will provide learners with the skills needed to feel confident in their ability to understand their actions and that of those around them.

Wednesday, November 13

  • Resume Development Workshop

    Time: 10-11 a.m.
    Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Rooms 1000 and 1010
    Register for the Resume Development Workshop

    Have you been told you need a resume but not sure what it is? Get advice from the people who are making the hiring decisions! This workshop will be led by an industry expert to provide insights into professional resumes from an employer perspective.

  • Employer Panel and Meet & Greet

    Time: 1-3 p.m.
    Location: Central Campus, North Classroom Building Auditorium, Room 1123
    Register for the Employer Panel and Meet & Greet

    Join us as we hear from employers from different industries. During the panel, employers will share a brief overview of their professional journey, discuss current industry challenges and opportunities as well as share the important skills, characteristics and qualities that they look for in individuals seeking employment at their company. After the one hour panel, employers and students will have the opportunity to speak with each other.

  • Virtual Alumni Leadership Council Meet & Greet

    Time: 6-7 p.m.
    Location: virtual on Microsoft Teams. Register to receive the link.
    Register for the Virtual Alumni Leadership Council Meet & Greet

    Join the Alumni Leadership Council for its first Career Development Week Meet & Greet! This event is open to both Central Piedmont students and alumni to connect with one another. Alumni will share their experiences and students will have the chance to gain insights into new industries.

Thursday, November 14

  • Power Up with LinkedIn Workshop with Virtual Viewing Party

    Time: 10-11 a.m.
    Location: virtual on Microsoft Teams. Register to receive the link.
    Virtual Viewing Party Location: Central Campus, Hagemayer Library, Room 2160
    Register for the Power Up with LinkedIn Workshop with Virtual Viewing Party

    With over 97% of hiring professionals using LinkedIn for their recruiting efforts, it’s time for you to give your profile a glow up. Join this workshop to learn the benefits of LinkedIn, such as how you can use LinkedIn to search for employment and network with employers.

    This is a virtual event that will include a virtual watch party at Central Campus in Hagemayer Library, Room 2160.

  • Virtual Job Strategy Workshop

    Time: 1-2 p.m.
    Location: virtual on Microsoft Teams. Register to receive the link.
    Register for the Virtual Job Strategy Workshop

    Maximize your job search strategy with our very own human resources expert, Mark Short. Mark is Central Piedmont's Chief of Staff, and he leads Central Piedmont’s Talent Services; Talent Development, which includes the Parr Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence; Services Corporation; and Legal Affairs. Prior to joining Central Piedmont, Mark was the Vice President of Talent Management at Duke Energy, where he served 25 years.

  • City of Charlotte Speaks

    Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
    Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Rooms 1000 and 1010
    Register for the City of Charlotte Speaks event

    Take part in this special workforce development conversation with the City of Charlotte's Sherri Jones (Workforce Development Program Manager) and Kendra Britto (Career & Workforce Development Career Counselor). Learn about the wide range of career paths available in the City of Charlotte, including Charlotte Water, Department of Transportation, Human Resources, and more.

Snapshot Your Success: Professional Headshot Booth

Dates: Monday, November 11-Friday, November 22
Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: Central Campus, Central High, Room 206
Make an appointment

Snapshot your success with the professional headshot booth in the Career Services office! Professional headshots can be used for digital profiles, such as LinkedIn and Handshake. Students can make appointments on Handshake by selecting “Career Center” and then “Appointments.”