Student 5.0
How many workshop are in the Student 5.0 series?
12 workshops
What is networking?
The process of making connections and building/maintaining relationships to receive information, opportunities, and resources
This industry focuses on making everything from aerospace components to medical equipment.
(Advanced) Manufacturing
What is one item you should bring to an interview?
Resume, pen, notebook, water bottle, professional dress
What are ways you can make a good first impression when meeting an employer for the first time?
Firm handshake, eye contact, smiling, dressing professionally, and expressing enthusiasm and thanks
True or False: You are guaranteed a job after completing your 120 hour internship.
False: Continued employment is at the discretion of the employer
This short, 30-second summary of your background and goals is useful when introducing yourself at job fairs or networking events.
An elevator pitch/personal branding statement
What are transferrable skills?
Transferrable skills are skills that can be used across industries. This can include problem solving, active listening, attention to detail, etc.
One of the most frequently asked interview questions, it invites you to talk about your background, interests, and goals.
The question is "Tell me about yourself."
Planning ahead for transportation, managing your sleep schedule, and being on time every day demonstrate strong what?
Time management
Where are some places where networking can take place?
Job fairs, in the workplace, at company/workplace events, out in public, or on online platforms
True of False: You do not need a degree to attend trade school.
True: You do not need a degree to attend a trade school, however, you do need a job description.
This acronym is a strategy for answering behavioral interview questions by describing a Situation, Task, Action, and Result.
The STAR Method
Using respectful language, not oversharing, and avoiding slang or texting abbreviations in emails are examples of this kind of communication
Professional communication
How many hours is an internship through Student 5.0?
120 hours
This online platform is commonly used by professionals to make and maintain connections with people, share experiences, and apply for opportunities
This phrase refers to an industry or job that has a great need for new employees immediately or within the next few years
A high demand industry
True or False: There is only one way to interview a job, and that is by answering questions that an interviewer asks.
False: There are informational interviews (asking questions to gather knowledge, i.e a conversation) and working interviews (the interviewee performs a task to demonstrate their knowledge and skills)
These types of skills include teamwork, problem-solving, and communication—and are just as important as technical skills in most jobs
Soft skills
After meeting a professional contact, doing this within 24–48 hours shows professionalism and helps keep the connection strong.
Sending a follow up "thank you" email or note
Name two high demand industries in Connecticut.
Healthcare, Manufacturing, Construction/Trades, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Business Service, Transportation/CDL, Green Jobs
This type of interview question allows interviewer's to understand how a interviewee reacts and responds to different situations that may come up in the workplace.
EX: How do you overcome stressful situations?
A behavioral interview question
Employees who notice a problem, offer a solution, or volunteer for extra responsibilities—without being told—are showing this highly valued workplace behavior.
Taking initiative