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/

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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Don’t miss the opportunity to meet government contractors who are recruiting interns and employees interested in the tech sector!

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NOVA Career Day and Data Center Tour
Digital Realty
October 4^th, 2019

Digital Realty is providing a unique and valuable experience to NOVA students to get a behind the scenes tour of its Loudoun Data Center and spend time with industry professionals to learn more about career options available in this growing industry.  With a footprint in northern Virginia and 200+ properties in 33+ metropolitan areas covering 30+ million rentable square feet, Digital Realty is the leading Global Data Center Real Estate Investment Trust with 2500+ customers globally.

Students must register by September 9 (no late registrations will be accepted).

REGISTRATION – Students must register in Career Connection at www.nvcc.edu/career-services/career-connection.html for either:

Digital Realty: Career Day and Data Center Tour (WITH BUS TRANSPORTATION) Space on the bus is limited to 30 so you must RSVP is you want a seat

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Digital Realty: Career Day and Data Center Tour (NO TRANSPORTATION) Students arrive at 9:30am using their own transportation

In Career Connection, look for the Digital Realty events under Programs and Workshops.  Provide your full name as in appears on your government-issued photo ID by September 9.  All participants will need to present a government-issued photo ID that matches their name on the registration list to enter the secure data facility.

• Northern Virginia Community College Bus Transportation – space is limited (location details will be provided to those registered for the bus)
  Address: NOVA Loudoun Campus, 21200 Campus Dr., Sterling, VA 20164
• Digital Realty Career Day and Data Center Tour Location – students arrive on their own
  Address: Digital Realty – Building G, 43940 Digital Loudoun Plaza, Ashburn, VA 20147

Schedule

Questions may be directed to novacareerservices@nvcc.edu.