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GSA 2015 ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION
Events
PRE-MEETING WEBINAR Résumé Clinic SCIENCE & CAREERS
Getting Discovered at GSA’s Annual Meeting
Sun., 1 Nov., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wed., 14 Oct., 11 a.m. MST Plan to sign-up on-site for a private consultation with a geosci-
This one hour, pre-meeting webinar will provide geoscience
ence professional to review your résumé and discuss strategies to
students with a set of practical tools and strategies for successfully better market yourself to potential employers.
networking and navigating their way around the annual meeting.
To register for this event go to community.geosociety.org/ GeoCareers in Industry
gsa2015/science-careers/careers.
Sun., 1 Nov., 9 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
WORKSHOP If you are interested in a career path in industry, consider
The Pathways to a Successful Career: Building Value
attending this full day of events, during which you will have a
Sat., 31 Oct. 1–4 p.m., Hilton, Ballroom 6 chance to interact one-on-one with company representatives.
Instructor: Patrick McAndless, P.Geo, FGC Throughout the day, you will visit company booths to learn
about their unique culture and environment, present your
Whether you are just beginning your career or changing your research, and learn from representatives about their career expe-
path, learn how to showcase your potential value to employers and riences at both a luncheon and an evening reception. We recom-
build marketing tools to help you succeed. This workshop will mend that you attend the Building Value Workshop on Sat.,
feature industry professionals who will offer tips and suggestions 31 Oct., to build your background knowledge of geoscience
for navigating their company hiring process, and it is highly industries and to pick up strategies for marketing yourself. To
recommended for any student attending the GeoCareers in register for this event go to community.geosociety.org/gsa2015/
Industry events. To register for this event go to community. science-careers/careers.
geosociety.org/gsa2015/science-careers/careers.
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CAREER PANELS
Geology in Industry Career Pathways Luncheon John Mann Mentors in Applied Hydrogeology Program
Sun., 1 Nov., 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. If you are a student in GSA’s Hydrogeology Division and you are
Company representatives will offer advice about preparing for registered for the meeting, keep an eye on your e-mail on 29 Sept.
for the opportunity to receive a free ticket to the Hydrogeology
a career in industry and comment on the prospects for current and Division Luncheon and Awards Presentation on Tues., 3 Nov.,
future job opportunities with their companies. 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Geology in Government Career Pathways Luncheon Women in Geology Career Pathways Reception
Mon., 2 Nov., 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Sun., 1 Nov., 5–6:30 p.m.
A panel of representatives from a variety of government agen- Featured speaker: Dr. France Córdova, Director of the National
Science Foundation
cies will offer advice about preparing for a career in government
and comment on job opportunities with their agencies. This informal gathering begins with remarks from a few key
women speakers who will address issues faced by women in
The Paleontological Society Mentors in Paleontology geology. A reception follows, providing time for networking,
Careers Luncheon sharing ideas, and getting to know other women geoscientists.
Mon., 2 Nov., noon–1 p.m. Student Networking Luncheon
This student luncheon features a panel of mentors representing
Tues., 3 Nov., 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
a variety of colleges, universities, museums, and government This light luncheon provides an opportunity for students and
agencies. They will offer advice about preparing for a career in
paleontology and comment on current and future job opportunities. early career scientists to network with more than 40 geoscience
professionals. These mentors will answer questions, offer advice
about career plans, and comment on job opportunities within
their fields.
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