February 29, 2024
[PDS] Professional Development Seminar
—Organized by SEMI Texas Chapter
—Collaboration with Austin Community College
This IN-PERSON seminar features an agenda that will help students meet the demands of today's high tech workforce and be successful in their careers.
Time
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location
Austin Community College, Highland Campus
6101 Highland Campus Dr
Presentation Hall - Building 2000, Room 1550
Austin, TX 78752
United States
SEMI Professional Development Seminar—Connecting College Students to the Semiconductor Industry
Learn about career opportunities in high-tech and acquire valuable, practical information that will help you choose career directions and plan for success.
Industry volunteers will share what the high-tech industry looks for when they recruit for new graduates.
- Career Search: Know the right places to find jobs
- Learn how to optimize your resume and boost interview chances
- Learn technical interviewing techniques
- Before you sign: Know how to accept offers, negotiate salaries, and overall offer packages
- Fulfill your curiosity: "Day in a Life" from various engineering types and other professionals
Agenda
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2024 (Central Time)
10:30 am
Nicole Flores
Americas Marketing Manager and Chair, SEMI Texas Committee
Huntsman Corporation
Opening Remarks/Introduction
10:35 am
Rory Campbell
Managing Director, Manufacturing Operations
Applied Materials
Industry Overview: Moving Toward Diversity
10:45 am
A Day in the Life of an Engineer
11:45 am
Resume Writing: How to Build a Resume and Tips on How to Make College Projects Relevant to the Workforce
• Veronica Paige, Talent Acquisition Manager, TEL
• Steve Johnson, Senior Talent Advisor, TEL
Rosemary de Jesus
HR Manager
Nikon
Interviewing
12:30 pm
Nicole Flores
Americas Marketing Manager and Chair, SEMI Texas Committee
Huntsman Corporation
Closing Remarks & Transition to Networking Lunch
1:30 pm
Adjourn
Registration
Attendance is free, but registration is required. Please complete the registration form if you wish to attend and to join our mailing list for future industry programs.
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