Calendar of Events
McKendree University Involvement Fair
Wednesday, August 29, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Quad
Career Services will be a participant at this fair for campus offices and organizations.
Kaplan Online Practice Graduate School Tests and Programs/Events
Various times throughout the month of September
Take a free practice test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and others from your home computer. Individuals
can also register for free programs/events that cover topics such as financing graduate
school; how to be successful in the admissions process; personal statements; and tips
for success in taking the new GRE.
How do I register for a practice test and other programs/events? Go to https://www.kaptest.com/ and click on your test of choice to view a full schedule.
RésuMonday
Monday, September 10, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC), next to lounge
Stop by to have your résumé and/or cover letter critiqued by Career Services.
Career Carnival
Wednesday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Area outside of Piper Academic Center (PAC)
Join us for free games, prizes, and snow cones!
Internship Q & A
Thursday, September 27, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC), next to lounge
Drop by for a few minutes to learn more about receiving academic credit for your internship
experience!
RésuMonday / Career Fair Prep Tips / Professional Dress Information
Monday, October 1, 1:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC), next to lounge
Drop by to learn helpful tips and get questions answered about how to succeed at the
job fair we co-host with SIUE this week! Have your résumé critiqued for the fair as
well.
Majors Fair
Wednesday, October 3, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hett Lobby
Speak with faculty, Career Services, and other resource offices about various McKendree
majors and minors. Take home valuable information that will help you during your time
at McKendree!
Pritchard Osborne Campus Interviews*
Thursday, October 4
Contact Career Services
Accounting majors are encouraged to interview for the position of Accounting Intern.
Complete job description is available in Career Services.
Kaplan Online Practice Graduate School Tests and Programs / Events
Various times throughout the month of October
Take a free practice test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and others from your home computer. Individuals
can also register for free programs/events that cover topics such as financing graduate
school; how to be successful in the admissions process; personal statements; and tips
for success in taking the new GRE.
How do I register for a practice test and other programs/events? Go to www.kaptest.com/practice and click on your test of choice to view a full schedule.
Job/Career Fair
(Co-sponsored by McKendree University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Career Services.)
Wednesday, October 3, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
SIUE University Center, Meridian Ballroom
Please go to https://www.myinterfase.com/siue/event_view.aspx?token=MQGl+MYtT9hV6xjvZRyV2Q%3d%3d
for more information and a list of employers.
Participants are required to wear professional attire and bring current copies of their résumé.
Enterprise Holdings Campus Interviews*
Tuesday, October 16
Contact Career Services
All majors are encouraged to interview for Sales and Management Trainee positions.
Complete job description is available in Career Services.
Group Career Counseling, Part 1
Tuesday, October 23, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Clark 307
RSVP by Thursday, October 18th with Career Services! Register today to reserve your place! Get our assistance in determining your major
in a group setting.
(Must also attend October 30th for complete program)
Group Career Counseling, Part 2
Tuesday, October 30, 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Clark 307
RSVP by Thursday, October 18th with Career Services! Register today to reserve your place! Get our assistance in determining your major in a group setting.
(Must also attend October 23rd for complete program)
National Career Development Month
The Month of November, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Career Services Office: Clark Hall 104
Come visit Career Services to learn how we can assist you!
Kaplan Online Practice Graduate School Tests and Programs/Events
Various times throughout the month of November
Take a free practice test for the GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT, and others from your home computer. Individuals
can also register for free programs/events that cover topics such as financing graduate
school; how to be successful in the admissions process; personal statements; and tips
for success in taking the new GRE.
How do I register for a practice test and other programs/events? Go to www.kaptest.com/practice and click on your test of choice to view a full schedule.
RésuMonday
Monday, November 5, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC), next to lounge
Stop by to have your résumé and/or cover letter critiqued by Career Services.
College Central Network Workshop
Thursday, November 8, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC ) 117
Plan to attend this informative session to learn how to register your résumé on McKendree’s
online job system, College Central Network.
Health Careers Job Fair
(Co-sponsored by McKendree University and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Career Services.)
Monday, November 13,3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
SIUE University Center, Meridian Ballroom
Please go to https://www.myinterfase.com/siue/event_view.aspx?token=8+U+f7QaEJcNpF5qyj+VWw%3d%3d
for more information and a list of employers.
Some employers may be conducting interviews at this event. Participants are required to wear professional attire and to bring current copies of their résumé.
RésuMonday
Monday, December 3, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Piper Academic Center (PAC), next to lounge
Stop by to have your résumé and/or cover letter critiqued by Career Services.
* Campus interviews must be scheduled at least one week in advance with Career Services.
Career Services
Clark Hall 104
(618) 537.6806
Fax: (618) 537-6523
careerservices@mckendree.edu
www.mckendree.edu/careerservices
