Please note the various due dates and amount
of seminar credit hours. (Click here for additional online activity
selection list.)
ACTIVITY
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
MUST BE COMPLETED BY
SEMINAR CREDIT
Tutorial Center and Writing Services
Process:
Get expert help writing your required Student Report at the Tutorial Centers located at both campuses. Students who are non-native speakers of English will find this help especially useful.
When you visit the Tutorial Centers identify yourself as a Work Experience Student. You must take your Student Handbook and a draft of your Student report (see page 34) to make the maximum use of your time with a tutor.
Days andd hours vary at each center on the two campuses. Check the website for details: www.santarosa.edu/instruction/instructional_department. All services are free to students.
Santa Rosa Campus
Tutorial Center - 4251 Doyle Library, Phone 521.6903.
English Department Writing Center - 1629 Emeritus Hall, Phone 427.4351
Petaluma Campus
College Skills Lab - 252 Kathleen Doyle Hall, Phone 778.3950. Help with grammar, writing mechanics, and paragraph development; computer assistance sofware available.
English Department Writing Center - 690 Richard W. Call Building
April 19, 2010
1 hour/visit
2 hours maximum
Career Development Services
Whether you just beginning your career exploration, or want to expand your career knowledge, our Career Development Services has useful information and services when you will find sound advice on resume preparation and interview techniques. Use our resource library to research jobs or take an assessment test to identify your best career fit. Our Career Developer is available by appointment to review your resume, help you to research other jobs in the field, or transfer your skills to a new field of interest.
Career Exploration: Using one of the computerized programs Eureka or Discover. (Can only receive 1 hour for Career Exploration).
Internet: Use book-marked sites to explore financial aid, school information, and career guidance.
For details and/or appointments visit the Career Center in 1430 Bussman Hall/Santa Rosa or the Work Experience Office in 116 John M. Jacobs Hall, Petaluma Campus.
Visit our website for a full listing of Career Center seminars and workshops:
Our 24-hour Career Center is available to help you, too; just click on Virtual Career Center.
April 19, 2010
April 19, 2010
1 hour
1 hour
Cover Letter**
Printed Copy
Sample cover letter available in the handbook on pg. 25. Turn in typed cover letter to our office. Full credit is not guaranteed. If submitted by March 22, 2010,you will have the opportunity to redo and resubmit.
April 5, 2010
No late papers accepted
1 hour
Resume**
Printed Copy
See resume instructions, worksheet, and sample in handbook on pg. 26 -29. Turn in your typed resume to Work Experience Office. For purposes of grading for this class, your resume needs to be in compliance with the guidelines on pages 26 - 29. Full credit is not guaranteed. If submitted by March 22, 2010, you will have the opportunity to redo and resubmit.
INTERNS: Note, Interns submit resume as part of the student report and are not elgible for resume activity credit.
April 5, 2010
No late papers accepted
2 hours
Informational Interview**
Pick up worksheet from the Work Experience office.
April 19, 2010
1 hour
Other On-Campus Seminars
Pick up the Seminar Prior Approval form in the office. Requires written request approval prior to attendance and a written report submitted after attending to receive credit.
April 19, 2010
Maximum of 2 hours per seminar
Off-Campus Seminars
Pick up the Seminar Prior Approval form in the office or on the Work Experience website. Requires written request approval prior to attendance and a written report submitted after attending to receive credit.
April 19, 2010
Maximum of 6 hours per seminar
Program Evaluation**
See pg. 31-32 in Handbook or view online. Do not turn in before 2nd meeting with your Instructor.
May 7, 2010
1 hour
** You may do this activity or the online version of it. You may NOT do both.
Sample cover letters are available on the Web site. To receive credit,
your cover letter must be sent electronically. Full
credit is not guaranteed. If submitted by March 22, 2010, you will have the opportunity to redo and re-submit.
Note: you may do either hard copy resume/cover letter or online resume/cover
letter. NOT both.
April 5, 2010
No late papers accepted
1 hour
Online Resume**
See resume instructions and samples on Web site. To receive credit,
your resume must be sent electronically. Full credit
is not guaranteed. If submitted by March 22, 2010, you will have the opportunity to redo and re-submit.
INTERNS: Note, Interns submit resume as part of the student report and are not elgible for resume activity credit.
During this activity you will be accessing information on interviewing through the website monster.com. You will participate in a “virtual interview” where you will be asked questions and asked to respond to multiple-choice questions.
Professionalism, Work Ethic, and Communication are emphasized in this activity.
Find an occupation that fits your personality and style. This activity
will allow you to assess your abilities, talents, needs, values, and
interests.
Analytical Skills and Job Knowledge are emphasized in this activity.
Teamwork: What it takes to be a great team player.
Teamwork implies an ability to get along with others, work collaboratively, build trust, be dependable, and offer support. This 21st century work skill is at the top of skills required by today's employers. Improve your teamwork skills.
Soft Skills are the buzzword used in the work environment today.
What are they and do you need to work on yours? This activity will lead
you through a variety of online activities to educate you on soft skills
(dealing with conflict, negotiating, communication, teamwork, and problem
solving) and how to improve yours.
What affects you in the workplace? Are you transitioning to a new
career? Are you balancing work and family? Are you looking for a new
job? This activity will allow you to choose from several online activities
that deal with the hot topics facing the workforce today.
Want to develop effective working relationships with diverse people at work? Start with similarities, not difference, among people when you build relationships. Diversity in the workplace adds a special richness, but also special challenges. Effective work relationships with diverse people are critical for your success. This activity will look at worlkplace diversity issues and how to successfully work together.
