"How to Land Your Dream Job"
Presented by Marvin Lopez
Director of Student Programs, Engineering Student Services

Would you like to land a job? Or would you rather land your DREAM job?  Learn from an industry insider, with 20+ years of experience working in industry as an engineer and in university recruiting.  Marvin Lopez, Director of Student Programs, will teach you what it really takes to land your dream job, from developing your elevator pitch to writing an awesome resume, acing interviews and mastering your LinkedIn and networking skills.  Landing your Dream job is a journey and it starts during  PREP!

"One Minute Madness"
Presented by Tiffany Reardon
ESS Associate Director or Engineering Excellence Programs PREP/T-PREP Director

You've just been awarded a scholarship or accepted into a research program and suddenly you are then asked to submit a bio.  Don't panic!  In this fun and interactive session you'll create a bio that you can use for professional purposes that highlights both your previous accomplishments and help you explore what you plan to achieve in the future.  You'll be surprised at how easy it is and what a difference it makes!  

"Developing Successful Mentoring Relationships"
Presented by Marcia Breslin-Cantillana
ESS Student Engagement Manager
Berkeley Mentorship Cohort Director 

Great mentors are essential for success, but how do you make the most out of the relationship? As part of the PREP Mentor Program, you have been paired with a mentor who will  provide individualized mentorship, professional development opportunities, and academic support through your first year and beyond. In this session, you will learn more about the PREP Mentor Program and develop tools to cultivate a strong relationship with your mentor. 

"Professional Networking and Etiquette Dinner" 
Presented by Luis Castillo, Associate Director of Student Development
Director of the Center for Access to Engineering Excellence

Have you ever sat down to a formal meal and wondered, “What are all of these forks for?” Or been networking and thought, “Is this an appropriate topic to raise?” Then our networking and professional etiquette dinner will put you at ease. This event is a fun, non-threatening way to learn business etiquette skills while enjoying a three course meal! 

Engineering Student Organization Showcase
Presented by Luis Castillo, Associate Director of Student Development and Blue and Gold Certified Student Orgs.

With over 85 student organizations in the College of Engineering there are numerous ways to obtain leadership and hands on experiences will allow you to apply what you've learned in the classroom or develop your own innovate ideas.  Join Luis Castillo along with a plethora of student organizations that are looking to recruit YOU!