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SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS AFTER GRADUATION – DON’T MISS OUT ON THE NESBITT SCHOOL OF PHARMACY POST GRADUATE PREPARATION SESSIONS

Submitted by: Drs. Nguyen or Kieck

The Nesbitt School of Pharmacy is hosting the Post-Graduate Preparation (PGP) Program to help you achieve success after graduation! Sessions are designed to help attain jobs, residencies, fellowships, and other post-graduate pursuits. While this program is geared towards P4 students, any student in the NSoP is welcome to attend. Participation is voluntary, and you do NOT have to attend every session.

Below are the session descriptions:

September 19, 2023 – Introductory Q&A Session @ 6-8:00PM – Faculty will discuss different post-graduation options. We’ll answer any and all questions you have regarding the job hunt and the residency and fellowship application process!

September 28, 2023 – Application Materials @ 6-8:00PM – We will discuss what should and should not be included in a CV, letter of intent, and cover letter. How and when should you ask for a letter of recommendation? Come find out at this session! After you learn some valuable tips and tricks, you can submit a copy of your CV for expert review by Friday, October 2nd. If you are unable to attend this session, you may still submit a CV for review!

October 19, 2023 – Interview 101 @ 6-8:00PM – Interviews got you feeling antsy? Come learn how to survive the interview process! We’ll discuss how to prepare for an interview and end the session with mock interviews to practice your skills!

November 2, 2023 – Negotiating Salary? If not, we can move the mock showcase one up to this date, and then just leave it at that

November 16, 2023 – Mock Showcase @ 6-8:00PM – Find out how to navigate residency showcases and job fairs! We’ll help you make a plan to confidently approach a booth or start a conversation with a potential new employer.

January 11, 2024 – Interview Practice @ 6-8:00PM – Practice, practice, practice. Here’s one last chance to refine your interview skills! We can also give you our honest opinion on what you plan to say.