Below are the links to the presentations made during IEEE Career Horizons Day on
1 September 2008, which was held in conjunction with IEEE Region 8 Student Branch and GOLD Congress 2008 at Queen Mary, University of London.
About the Presenter:
Peggy G. Hutcheson is a leader in organization development, human capital management, and leadership with more than 20 years experience working with scientist, engineers, and technical leaders.
PRESENTATION 1: Career Success and Fulfillment
A truly rewarding career offers opportunities to grow, learn, contribute and gain personal satisfaction from a career path that fits the individual’s goals, skills and values. This session helps young engineers take charge of their careers, becoming their “career CEO.”
Click here to view presentation – Career Success and Fulfillment
PRESENTATION 2: How to Ace the Interview
Even the best qualifications will not get you the job if you are not able to navigate the interview process successfully. This session will provide you with confidence that your next interview will be your best ever.
Click here to view presentation – How to Ace the Interview
About the Presenter
Mary Anne Thompson is the Founder and President of Going Global, Inc., a company that researches and distributes country specific career and employment information to more than one million customers worldwide.
PRESENTATION 3: Preparing Resumes/CV for the Global Workplace
A properly written resume/CV is the first step in a successful job search…while a poorly written resume/CV can stop a job search before it even starts. Learn how to prepare curriculum vitas and resumes in a format designed for today’s global marketplace.
Click here to view presentation – Preparing Resumes/CV for the Global Workplace
PRESENTATION 4: Global Career Strategies
Working abroad typically jump starts the professional experience for new graduates by providing them with a broader and more substantive range of work responsibilities than can typically be found on their home turf. However, understanding the practical realities and current trends in overseas employment are the first steps in successfully taking your career global.
Click here to view presentation – Global Career Strategies
