Skill Pathway: Career Planning & Job Hunting
Career Readiness Competencies: Career Management, Communication, Professionalism and Work Ethic
Workshop Description
This series is an introduction to the world of non-faculty careers in higher education, or “alternative academic” (“alt-ac”) employment as it is commonly known. Each session will consist of a brief overview of a specific alt-ac field, followed by an interview with a Carleton professional working in that field. Sessions will cover such fields as communications, research facilitation, advancement services, and more. The conversations are followed by Q&A sessions during which students may engage directly with the guest.
Learning Outcomes
(1) Gain insight into the variety of career paths available in higher education
(2) Understand the duties involved in a variety of positions
(3) Formulate effective questions to seek information from professionals