Fielding Professional Development

End of Year Public Health Job Launch Week

Everything you need to know to launch your public health job search in one week!

Monday, June 5th 4-6pm CHS 51-279
Discover Your Circle of Control in Your Job Action Plan*

*Registration through BruinView required

In this workshop, learn practical tools for resilience to help you navigate uncertain times, maintain well-being, and thrive during transition.

End of Year Public Health Job Launch Week Kickoff!

In this workshop, learn practical tools for resilience to help you navigate uncertain times, maintain well-being, and thrive during transition.

Presented by: UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and UCLA Fielding School of Public Health Career Services

"Local government as a laboratory for program and policy development in health."
Mitchell Katz, M.D., Director, Los Angeles County Health Agency

During this interactive workshop, Kristy J. Sherrer, Director of Career Services for the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health will detail practical steps to assist attendees in preparing to make a memorable, impactful entrance into their first position after completing their graduate program.

Attendees will leave with an understanding of the following: 

A survey by Salary.com revealed that only 37% of people always negotiate their salaries—while an astonishing 18% never do. Furthermore, 44% of respondents report to have never brought up the topic of a salary increase during performance reviews.

The biggest reason for not negotiating? Fear.

During this interactive seminar, attendees will have the opportunity to practice and refine their interviewing skills by learning persuasive, professional communication strategies that enhance their storytelling abilities and highlight their key contributions and skills. 

Attendees will leave with a strong understanding of:

- How to research and prepare for the interview

- A framework for effectively answering interview questions

- Communication strategies for articulating skills, interest and qualifications 

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) recently reported from the 2016 Internship & Co-op Survey that intern to full time conversion rates are at a 13 year high, at 61.9 percent.  Pair this with NACE’s 2015 Job Outlook survey that found over 75% of employers hiring full time candidates are seeking those with relevant work experience, and this should be quite motivating to

Join us for a FSPH graduate student panel

-Interested in applying to Graduate School?                  

-Wants tips for success as a student in FSPH?

Come hear from former UCLA PH Minors and current FSPH graduate students           

Light lunch provided

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Join us for a moderated panel discussion with UCLA Fielding School of Public Health alumni and guests to explore public health career pathways within the UCLA Health System. Learn about internship and career opportunities, strategies for standing out in the application process, and tips for interviewing and negotiating. 

Panelists:
Caitlin Beck, MPH
Chief Administrative Officer Mattel Children’s Hospital UCLA
Women’s Health

Janet Rimicci, RN, MSN
Executive Director, Quality and Patient Safety
UCLA Health

Naveen Raja

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