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GSA CONNECTS 2021

Connect with colleagues who share your research interests and network with
mentors and potential employers. Plan to attend one or more of the events below.

ONLINE GEOCAREERS PROGRAMS
Go to https://community.geosociety.org/gsa2021/connect/
student-ecp/geocareers for event details. You must be registered
for the meeting to attend these events.

Résumé Workshop: 4 Oct., noon–1 p.m. PDT
Presenters will review the fundamentals of crafting a winning
résumé.

Women in Geology: 4 Oct., 2–3 p.m. PDT
Speakers will address issues faced by women in geology. Short
presentations will be followed by networking in breakout rooms.

Company and Agency Information Session: 5 Oct., noon–1 p.m. GEOCAREERS CENTER IN PORTLAND
PDT Open Sun.–Tues., 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Visit with agency and company representatives to ask your career
questions in breakout rooms. Learn about each unique work cul- GSA will provide a safe environment for participants by following
ture and types of internships and careers available. health and safety guidelines as outlined by the Oregon Convention
Center in addition to using plexiglass partitions and other inter-
Networking Event: 5 Oct., 2–3 p.m. PDT ventions to reduce COVID-19 transmission risk.
Learn the importance of networking to your career and meet some
professionals willing to offer advice and answer questions in Post or view jobs
breakout rooms.
Drop-In Mentoring
Career Pathways Webinar: 6 Oct., noon–1:30 p.m. PDT Mentoring will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up on
Panelists from industry, government, academia, and non-traditional site to secure your 30-minute consultation.
sectors will answer questions and offer advice in preparation for a
career in these fields. Résumé/CV Review Clinic
Review will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up on site
Early Career Networking Event: 6 Oct., 2–3 p.m. PDT to secure your 30-minute consultation.
This panel is made up of representatives from several non-profits
who have activities of interest to early career professionals.

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