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Free Virtual Career Exploration & Readiness Workshops

NOVA and several industry partners are collaborating to host Free Virtual Career Exploration and Readiness Workshops for NOVA students.  Jaslyn Harris, from Prism Inc., will talk about the value of information technology certifications and career trajectories.

Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Free Virtual Career Exploration and Readiness Workshops – Industry Certifications:  11:00am-12:00pm & 3:00pm-4:00pm

Registration is required at  http://career.novastem.us/SpringWorkshops

Questions can be directed to systemic@nvcc.edu

Getting Hired by a Government Contractor

Online Strategies for Getting Hired by a Government Contractor

Learn about hiring practices, how to communicate, and how to get your resume noticed by Government Contractors in today’s virtual and online world. This program will be led by Alexandra McCargo, the President and CEO of Precision Collective, a management consulting company. Ms. McCargo has held several roles on both the direct and indirect sides of government contracting.

RSVP in Career Connection to get the Zoom webinar invitation. Login to Career Connection with your myNOVA credentials: https://nvcc-csm.symplicity.com/

JCPenney Suit-Up Event

NOVA has partnered with JCPenney to offer a great opportunity for NOVA students to purchase professional attire with a special JCPenney discount. On March 29, 2020,  students can save up to 60% off select men’s and women’s career dress apparel, shoes, and accessories when they use the extra* 30% off Suit-Up coupon available at the event. The event will occur at Springfield Town Center and Fair Oaks Mall from 6:00pm-9:00pm.

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Resume Workshops

SySTEMic STEM & CTE Resume Workshops

NOVA SySTEMic is hosting regional STEM & CTE Resume Workshops on our NOVA Campuses on November 11-13, 2019. We invite students in Information Technology, Business and Management, and Healthcare courses to sign up to attend a free session offered by The Career Engineer®. The Career Engineer® is a Virginia based consulting firm established in 2003 that delivers expertise in the area of career sustainability, workforce preparation, entrepreneurial coaching, social media strategies & adult transitional services.​​ TCE can help you to INCREASE your career confidence, impact and chances to land your dream job or opportunity!

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