Career Corner: Career Services presents Career Fair 2006

Fanshawe's Career Services Department is hosting career oriented events during this year's Career Week, February 13 to 17, 2006. In addition to the Career & Summer Job Fair 2006, which will be held on Wednesday, February 15th, in ‘J' Gym, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., we are pleased to announce three FREE employment related events.

Below is just a sample of some of the employers who will be represented at this year's career fair:

CIBC Mellon
Circle R Ranch
City of London
Clarica
ClubLink Corporation
Cold Springs Farm
Compass Group Canada
Copps Buildall
Dale Brain Injury Services Inc.
Delta Muskoka
Department of National Defence
Edward Jones
Halton Healthcare Services
Hamilton Health Sciences
Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital
Humber River Regional Hospital
Hutton House Assoc. for Adults with Disabilities
Intelligarde International
Investors Group
Lakeridge Health
Le Chateau
Statistics Canada
Stevenson & Hunt Associates
Summit Food Service Distributors Inc.
Sun Valley Foods
TD Canada Trust
TD Meloche Monnex
Thames Valley District School Board
The County of Elgin
The Delawana Inn and Resort

The Economical Insurance Group
The Hospital for Sick Children
The Insurance Exchange
The University of Western Ontario Conference
Services & Great Hall Catering
Timberfield Roof Truss
Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
Linamar
Linens N Things
London Bridge Child Care Services
EllisDon Corporation
Enviro-Test Laboratories
Fanshawe - Young Worker Awareness Group
Fastenal Canada Company
Fern Resort Ltd.
Foresters
Frank Cowan Company
General Dynamics Land

Join us Tuesday, February 14, for an exciting presentation by Jean-Marc Hachey, author of The BIG Guide to Living and Working Overseas. Mr. Hachey is a very dynamic and informative speaker who provides practical tips in preparing to look for work abroad.

Full of tips and techniques describing skills for success overseas, gaining international experience, step-by-step strategies, and information on how international resumes are different from Canadian resumes. If you have ever thought you'd like to study abroad, volunteer, travel, intern or work - then this seminar is for you! Come join the experience.

His presentation will be held from 12 noon — 2 p.m. and from 4:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. in D1060. This presentation is sponsored by Fanshawe College Career Services.

Have you ever thought about starting your own business? Like the idea of being your own boss? Then don't miss out on the Entrepreneurial Panel and Information Session, Wednesday, February 15, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in D1060. Allan Simm, of the London Small Business Centre, will be leading a group discussion with young entrepreneurs on how to start a small business; programs for youth and resources for young entrepreneurs including financial assistance programs. The Small Business Centre offers a wealth of free information. Their Enterprise Centre's Resources and Advisors are available to assist you in creating your business plan and enhancing your business planning skills. This presentation will help you meet your goals of self-employment!

On Thursday, February 16, drop by the first floor hallway of ‘F' building between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to meet with representatives of many London Employment Agencies and Employment Services. This is the perfect opportunity to speak directly with them and register for the services available through their organizations.

Need assistance to prepare for Career Fair 2006? Why not drop by the Career Services office located in Room F2010, the Career Services staff are available to assist you on an individual basis. Visit the office to arrange an appointment with the consultant responsible for your program or call 452-4294.