Career and Professional Development Workshops
Printable Version of Workshops
Workshops updated June 2026
Resume Review
Every Tuesday
- 2–4 p.m.
Every Wednesday
- 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Schedule Resume Review in Microsoft Booking, or visit us in-person, Edgewater Hall Suite 228
Student Part-time Job Fair
Thursday, August 13
- 10 a.m.–2p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
This event is held once a year! Students have the opportunity to network with off campus employers and on campus departments who offer part-time jobs.
On Campus Employment Information Event
Thursday, September 3
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Missed our Student Part-time Job Fair? Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with us and learn about departments on campus that need student employees. We will walk you through the application process. We will also have free giveaways! Students have the opportunity to learn about on campus job opportunities, and how to apply for them through Laker CareerZone!
Internship Week
Monday–Thursday, September 14–17
Internships play an integral role in helping students land their first full-time career after graduation. This week is designed to educate students on the importance of completing internships during their college years. During the week, students will have the opportunity to learn how to obtain an internship, understand academic credit requirements, appropriate dress for an internship, have their resume reviewed and network with employers. With each event you participate in, your name will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $25 Amazon digital gift card. The drawing will be held on Friday.
Internship Week Kick-Off Event
Meet us at the University Center, Mainstreet as we kick off Internship Week with everything you need to know to land a great internship. We will have games and prizes! Current interns can stop by to pick up a FREE CSU intern T-shirt while supplies last.
Monday, September 14
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Internships Job Search Strategies Workshop
This workshop educates students about the advantages that internships provide in a career search. Topics covered include credit and non-credit internship eligibility, how and when to begin your search, best places to search for internships, deadlines to complete your required Internship Learning Agreement form.
Tuesday, September 15
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams and Lecture Hall, Room 11
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session (Link will be provided when you RSVP for workshop.)
Internship Networking Breakfast
Come network with students who have completed internships and employers/alumni who hire interns. Open to ALL majors and classifications. Business Professional Attire required. See Career and Professional Development for FREE attire if needed.
Wednesday, September 16
- 8–9:30 a.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Dining Hall
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session by Friday, September 5.
Internship Résumania!!!
Schedule a resume review through Microsoft Bookings or join us in person and have your résumé critiqued by one of our staff members. This is encouraged in preparation for the Internship Job Fair.
Wednesday, September 16
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Edgewater Hall, Suite 228
Internship Job Fair
This event is held once a year! Students have the opportunity to network with employers who offer internships. Students seeking credit or non-credit internships from all majors and class levels are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, September 17
- 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Drawing for the $25 Amazon Virtual Gift Card!
The winner of the $25 Amazon virtual gift card will be drawn and announced on our social media platforms.
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- Friday, September 18
Virtual Practice Interview Week via Big Interview
Monday–Friday, September 21–25
Students gain valuable experience by having a practice interview. Practice interviews will be conducted through our interview platform Big Interview.
- Navigate to Big Interview.
- Login or create an account.
- Search for Practice Interview Week Assignment and enter Assignment Code ecfea3. Students will complete interview recordings (make sure you submit your answer after each recording).
Once you have recorded and submitted your answers, your process is complete. All recordings must be completed no later than September 4. Critiques will be completed during Practice Interview Week. You will receive a message from support@biginterview.com once we have completed your critique.
Senior Day
(Open to seniors graduating in December 2026, May 2027, and August 2027)
Thursday, September 24
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Seniors are you career ready? Join us and the university community as we celebrate YOU and share important tips for a successful life after Clayton State. We will have food, games, giveaways, photos, alumni, graduate school information and more! The first 75 students to participate will receive a FREE “Senior Day” T-shirt!
So, you want to be an Entrepreneur?
Tuesday, September 29
- 5–6 m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 12
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session (Link will be provided when you RSVP for workshop.)
Having a business idea is the first step. This workshop will focus on how to start up your business and will feature guest speakers with entrepreneurial experience. Panelists will share tips for starting your business, writing a business plan, and financial support options.
Career Boot Camp
Monday–Thursday, October 5–8
- Microsoft Teams and Lecture Hall, Room 11
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone by Thursday, September 24 to attend any session below
This four-day series covers workshops on resume-development, interviewing, conducting a job search, and making the most of a job fair. Students must pre-register for Career Boot Camp and will receive a certificate for successful completion via email. Each topic will be offered during the evening.
Resume Writing
Monday, October 5
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
Job Search
Tuesday, October 6
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
Interviewing
Wednesday, October 7
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
Preparing for a Career Fair
Thursday, October 8
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
Majors Fall Festival
Thursday, October 15
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Selecting a major and understanding what to do with that major can be a difficult process but it doesn’t have to be. Come explore the many majors, minors, and career options at the Majors Fall Festival!
Virtual Senior Career Academy
Friday, October 16
- 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Interested students must contact Career & Professional Development to reserve a space and link to join.
The Senior Career Academy is a professional development program designed to help graduating seniors focus their career searches and develop skills needed for career success. Seniors receive individualized assistance and have opportunities to network with a select group of employers. Limited number of spaces available.
Professionalism 101 Workshop
Tuesday, October 20
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session (Link will be provided when you RSVP for workshop.)
Professionalism in the workplace is one of the many competencies that employers say students need to improve upon. This workshop will focus on information related to effective communication skills, enhancing your self-image, developing a business-savvy wardrobe, appropriate work ethic, and how improving these competencies will greatly enhance your ability to receive and maintain internships and jobs.
GACE Statewide Career Fair
Wednesday, October 21
- 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
- Join the virtual event at GACE
The GACE Statewide Career Fair is a statewide job fair for students and graduates from schools that are members of the Georgia Association of Colleges and Employers (GACE). Employers who might not visit each of the campuses will gather for this opportunity to network with hundreds of students from across the state. Students and graduates can learn about opportunities, network with employers, and make the personal contact that might lead to an interview or employment.
LinkedIn and Personal Branding Workshop
Thursday, October 29
- 5–6 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams Booking and Lecture Hall, Room 11
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session. (Link will be provided when you RSVP for workshop.)
Professional networks matter! LinkedIn is the number one professional networking site utilized by hiring managers today. Students will learn how to create a strong, professional presence on LinkedIn, how to make connections, search for jobs and understand how your personal brand can help or hurt your professional online presence.
National Career Development (NCD) Month Celebration
Monday, November 2
- 12–1 p.m.
- James M. Baker University Center, Mainstreet
Every November the National Career Development Association (NCDA) promotes career development through its annual celebration of NCD month. The Office of Career & Professional Development celebrates. NCD Month by highlighting career development events and activities on and off campus. Join us for games, giveaways, and career information.
Business Etiquette Luncheon
Thursday, November 5
- 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Check-in time at 10:45 a.m.
- Student Activities Center, Ballroom C
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session. Space is limited to 35.
The Business Etiquette Luncheon provides students with an opportunity to learn about effective networking and appropriate dining etiquette for a variety of professional situations. Participants eat a multi-course meal while the leader guides them through the etiquette of using tableware, managing different courses, and responding professionally during business dining. Professional attire required (contact Career and Professional Development if attire is needed.)
Employer Networking Mixer
Tuesday, November 10
- 12–1 p.m.
- Microsoft Teams
- Students must RSVP through Laker CareerZone to attend this session. (Link will be provided when you RSVP for workshop.)
Join us for this networking event to learn about part-time, internship and full-time jobs that employers still have available. Selected employers will share their opportunities as well as take questions from students.