During times of uncertainty and transition, the Schar School Career Development team is here to assist you, whether you are a current student or alumni. Transitioning from a job or looking for a new career can be challenging, but it's also an opportunity to explore new paths and continue to make a positive impact on our communities. The Career Development team at the Schar School is here to help you do just that. We provide services for career coaching, job searching, resume/cover letter reviews, interview prep/mock interviews, and salary negotiation. Our office also provides many workshops (in-person, hybrid and virtual) on various career topics.
Upcoming Events
Employer Info Session - Kearns & West, Tuesday, March 11, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada). The Carter School will be hosting two virtual meet and greet "info sessions" with potential employers for all Mason Square students and alumni (undergrad and grad students from Carter, Schar, and Costello).
- Meet with representatives from Kearns & West on Zoom. Kearns & West is a collaboration and strategic communications firm founded in 1984. Their high-stakes projects include work at the local, regional, and national levels.
Loudoun Job Fair for Public Service Opportunities, Tuesday, March 18, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Dulles South Recreation and Community Center, 24950 Riding Center Dr South Riding, VA 20152 – More than 20 employers from various public service organizations will be available to speak with you and answer your employment related questions.
Employer Info Session - Global Woman P.E.A.C.E. Foundation, Monday, March 24, noon to 1 p.m. Eastern Time (US and Canada). Meet with representatives from the Global Woman P.E.A.C.E. Foundation on Zoom. GWPF is a U.S. 501(c)(3) charitable not-for-profit. The acronym stands for “People Everywhere, All Created Equal.” Girls and women worldwide deserve the right to bodily integrity and health.
Job Searching During Uncertain Times Webinar (hosted by University Career Services), March 26, 4 - 5 p.m. EDT – Discussion to include valuable job search strategies for navigating an unpredictable job market and career resources available to alumni. – Registration coming soon!
Interviewing Skills Clinic, Wednesday, April 2, 6 - 7 p.m., Mason Square, Van Metre Hall, Student Services Suite, Room 560 – “Tell me about a time…” “Give an example of…” These types of questions are commonly asked during a behavioral style interview. This workshop will teach you how to prepare for the behavioral Interview, how to organize your answers and which information to highlight. Each student will have the opportunity to practice answers and receive feedback.
Alumni Panel: Pivoting Careers Under a New Administration Part 2 (co-hosted by NASPAA Schools), Wednesday, April 9, 1 - 2 p.m. (EDT) / 10 - 11 a.m. (PDT) – NASPAA schools are hosting panel discussions featuring alumni who have navigated federal administration transitions through diverse paths. Join us for a candid conversation on their experiences, challenges, and insights. Confirmed speakers as of 2/27: Beyza Seflek (NYU Wagner), Associate Manager, Global Real Estate PepsiCo; Jody Davin (Pitt GSPIA), Grants Management Specialist, Bureau of Reclamation; Derek Corbin (IU O'Neill School), Biologist, EPA.
Salary Negotiation and Expectations Webinar, Wednesday, April 9, 6 - 7 p.m., Virtual Event – What should you say when an employer asks you for salary requirements? What should you do if you don’t like the salary, but want the job? Come learn how to evaluate a job offer and gain tips for initiating and managing the negotiation process.
Resources
Handshake – George Mason University’s job board features employers actively seeking applicants – Requires university email and password for log-in. If you have not used your George Mason email in three months, then you will need to reactivate it with Information Technology Services (ITS) by calling 703-993-8870. If you have never used Handshake, or if your Handshake account is disabled, please contact University Career Services (UCS) at 703-993-2370.