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Wednesday, December 09, 2009 from 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM (CT)
Schedule
7:45-8:00am Check-in (Continental Breakfast Provided)
8:00-8:15am Introduction to Morning Sessions
8:15-12:00pm Sustainability Careers Workshops - Part I or Part II (see descriptions below)
12:00-1:00pm LUNCH (provided)
1:00-2:15pm Interactive Activities including Self-Assessment Feedback/Sharing, Cover Letter & Resume Tips & Break Out
2:15-2:45pm Moderated Discussion: From Interning to Pro Bono Consulting: Strategies for Getting Experience
2:45-3:00pm BREAK
3:00-3:35pm Group Informational Interview Session 1
3:40-4:15pm Group Informational Interview Session 2
4:20-5:00pm Group Informational Interview Session 3
Descriptions
Morning Session (8:15-noon)
Part I: The Basics (Combined Early and Mid-career Levels)
Created
to provide insights into the sustainability sector and strategies for
obtaining a related position, Part I introduces a wealth of information
regarding where and how to begin one’s career development process.
Topics include types of sustainability careers and educational
opportunities, and strategies for gaining experience and identifying
opportunities, among others. Time is also allotted to answer
participants' specific questions during and at the end of the workshop.
Participants receive an extensive annotated resource guide to help
inform and propel their journeys.
The workshop includes sections on:
Space is intentionally limited to allow for questions/interaction.
Lead by Peter Nicholson
Executive & Creative Director of the Foresight Design Initiative.
Part II: Refining Your Strategy* (Follow-up to the Part I Entry and Mid-career Workshops)
A more interactive session, this workshop builds on and develops the
information previously presented. It is intended for those who have
begun to engage and act upon the earlier material. Through in-depth
discussion and interactive exercises, attendees focus on identifying
and overcoming barriers, developing and adjusting career development
strategies, and exploring specific opportunities and resources.
Participants are encouraged to bring their individual questions, as
well as insights, to this small group, participatory session.
Space is intentionally limited to allow for questions/interaction.
Lead by Laura Flanigan
Consultant, Five Winds International
*Prerequisite: Previous attendance at a Part I Workshop (i.e. Foresight's "regular" Careers Workshop) is required.
Afternoon Session (1:00-5:00pm)
Part III: Putting It Into Practice
Intended for those who have taken a Sustainable Careers Workshop (Part
I or II), Part III provides the opportunity to take those next steps
necessary for identifying and securing a sustainability-related
position. Working in both small- and large-group sessions, this
half-day seminar will provide the opportunity to meet with local
sustainability leaders from a diversity of sectors in small group
settings. In addition, reviewed topics will complement those covered in
the previous workshop(s). They will include resume and cover letter
issues, putting your self-assessment to work, getting experience,
practice interviews, and viable next steps.
Presenters from these areas TBA:
Presenters TBA:
The Foresight Design Initiative fosters action and dialog on sustainable innovation in Chicago. It undertakes both its own programs, such as the Chicago Sustainable Business Alliance, Chicago Green Drinks, and Urban Sustainable Design Studio, and consults on the development of others with a range of partners.
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