Alumni
Bentley University provides lifetime career services to all of its graduate and undergraduate alumni.
We can provide assistance and support whether you are launching your career, changing your job, or developing a career advancement strategy.
The Bentley Success Network
Don't miss this exciting program to help you land a new job or transition to a new career!
The Bentley Success Network gives you easy access to alumni who are willing to share information, opportunities and advice from their own job search, and career transition experiences that you can use to control your own experiences.
At SuccessNet Meetings you will:
- Learn job search and career transition tips and techniques from career and job search experts
- Get new leads and suggestions for improving your job search or transition strategy
- Build a congenial and supportive network that will keep you motivated
Bi-weekly meetings are FREE
November 3 - LaCava 300 - "Inside the Mind of a Hiring Manager"
November 17 - Adamian 341 - "Ins & Outs of Contract Management"
December 1 - LaCava 325 - topic to be determined
December 15 - LaCava 325 - topic to be determined
To register, go to the Events Calendar
Bentley@Work
Inside Bentley@Work, our newly launched job-search e-source you will find:
- Current job openings from fellow alumni as well as companies and recruiters seeking qualified Bentley alumni to fill their positions. Well-known companies including, L.L. Bean, Bose, Boston Beer Company, Stride Rite and Timberland, as well as small and mid-size companies in a variety of industries, regularly post their jobs with us.
- A listing of job search and networking events happening on campus, in the Greater Boston area, and around the country.
- Links to on-line job search tools that enable you to practice interviewing skills and develop a resume 24/7 all from the comfort of your home.
- Success Stories of Bentley alumni who have recently landed new jobs and their strategies for making that happen.
To begin receiving Bentley@Work bi-weekly, click here to subscribe and the next issue will be on its way to you!
CAREER CHANGE
Focus Your Career Series
Many alumni consider changing their career but are unclear about the position, company, and industry in which they will be most successful. This course uses directed exercises to identify the parameters of your “ideal job.” Completing the ideal job parameters exercises qualifies you to participate in a Career Brainstorming Session with key faculty and career staff who will help you target specific positions, companies, and industries.
The course meets one evening a week for five weeks. Courses begin in September, November, February, April, and June and are free of charge for Bentley Alumni. You can attend on campus or virtually.
SELF-ASSESSMENT
SkillScan™
Used by over a million clients since 1987, SkillScan™ is one of today’s leading skills assessment programs. SkillScan™ helps you develop a Personal Skill Profile that identifies your preferred skills—the skills that capitalize on your personal strengths. Preferred skills are then grouped into areas of marketability that are critical to job performance. SkillScan™ also helps you identify a variety of skill sets that will expand your range of career opportunities.
Alumni can schedule an appointment to complete the SkillScan™ assessment with the Alumni Career Adviser. It is available free of charge.
CareerLeader™
CareerLeader™ is a recognized industry-leading business career self-assessment tool, used by over 200 top business schools to assist their undergraduate and/or graduate students and alumni discover their career interests, motives, and abilities. After completing the self-assessments and exploring the resulting recommended career paths, you can schedule an appointment to meet the Alumni Career Adviser to incorporate these results into your career strategy and action plan.
A virtual tour is available before purchase ($20 discount for Bentley Alumni) at
http://www.careerleader.com/alumni/bentley.html
JOB SEARCH
Job Search Skills Workshop
This highly interactive course is designed to provide you with the skills you need to conduct an effective job search. The course focuses on self-assessment, job targeting and research, networking, personal marketing, job-search correspondence, behavioral interviewing, and negotiating.
The course meets one evening a week for five weeks. Courses begin in September, February, April, and June and are free of charge. You can attend on campus or virtually.
ON-LINE TOOLS
ImageBuilder
Personal marketing is a key skill for a job search or career advancement. ImageBuilder™, a product of Career Advancement Systems, trains job hunters to assess, package, and sell themselves. You complete step-by-step modules that help you develop communications materials necessary for a successful job search. These include a personal webpage, resume, career objective, value proposition, cover letters, and a biosketch. ImageBuilder™ also includes guidance on job search strategy, interview preparation, networking, and compensation.
ImageBuilder™ is available free of charge. To obtain a username and password, please contact Jeanne DiBona at jdibona@bentley.edu or 781-891-2164.
JOB POSTINGS
If you are looking for a job, you will want to check out the Bentley Alumni website. Under the "Career Resources" tab you will find hundreds of jobs posted for Bentley alumni. In addition, you can post your resume for review by potential employers who are seeking qualified candidates.
The Alumni Job Postings are available 24 hours a day at www.bentley.edu/alumni and are free of charge to those who are seeking jobs and those who are posting jobs.*
If you haven’t yet obtained your Bentley ID number for login, contact the Alumni Relations Office at Aluminfo@bentley.edu or 781-891-2254.
CAREER NETWORK
FalconNet
One of the first of its kind in the nation, this career networking site enables you to leverage the professional knowledge and experience of your fellow students and alumni. FalconNet members are willing to share insights based on their firsthand experience and to help you "get your foot in the door" at top-tier organizations. Join now and quickly get connected to this exclusive network. Go to: www.bentley.edu/FalconNet
RESOURCES
Individual Career Advising Sessions
Barbara Hyle, the Senior Associate Director of Graduate Career Services, provides one-on-one career guidance and coaching to Alumni.
Career advising sessions are available by appointment and are free of charge. To schedule an appointment, please contact Jeanne DiBona at jdibona@bentley.edu or 781-891-2164.
Resume Resources
If you would like to hire a professional resume writer to edit or write your resume, below are three approved resources we recommend to alumni.
- Careers Plus Resumes: www.cpresumes.com – provides resume writing and editing services for all career levels while abiding by all resume company ethics. Under most circumstances, CPR can help you create a personalized resume in 24 – 48 hours.
- The Resume Writer: www.theresumewriter.net – Susan McCarthy designs resumes for upper management executives, mid career professionals as well as recent college graduates, career-changers, and self-employed entrepreneurs.
- Helene Lauer: www.helenelauer.com – provides resume development including updating a previous resume, introducing results-oriented accomplishments, identifying transferrable skills and handling gaps in employment.
Job Hunting Resources
Free
www.indeed.com
www.simplyhired.com
www.jobfox.com
Fee-Based
www.hound.com
Professional Associations
Joining a professional association can assist you in your job search. Click here for a listing of associations recommended by Faculty members here at Bentley.
Job Search Skills Workshop
Mondays, November 2 - November 30, 6:00 - 7:20 p.m. - Lindsay 26B
This highly interactive course is designed for graduate students and alumni who want to learn or refresh their job search skills. This comprehensive program begins with self-assessment and runs through interviewing and negotiations and teaches skills that will be useful throughout your career. Alumni are invited to attend any or all of the sessions that interest them. The program is free of charge. To register, go to www.bentley.edu/alumni
November 2 - Targeting and Researching Jobs
November 9 - Developing Your Elevator Pitch
November 16 - Networking and Informational Interviewing
November 23 - Successful Interviewing
November 30 - Building Effective Resumes
Participants have a choice in how they attend, either by physically coming to Lindsay 26B on campus or by “virtually” attending at the same time from a remote location, using their computer and a high speed internet connection.
If you would like to attend “virtually,” please contact Jeanne DiBona jdibona@bentley.edu at least one business day prior to the start of class. She will forward you information on the specific steps you need to take to be included in the workshop.
Focus Your Career Workshop Series
Mondays - November 2 - 30, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Lindsay 26B
If you are considering making a career change but are unclear about your options, register today for the Focus Your Career Workshop Series.
During this six-session course you will:
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Complete exercises that enable you to identify your “ideal job”
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Utilize a self-assessment tool to identify career options
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Participate in a Career Brainstorm with faculty and career staff to target specific positions, companies and industries that would be a good fit for you.
The program is unique to Bentley University! Register today!
Cost: This program is free of charge to Alumni; Guests: $150.00
To register, go to www.bentley.edu/alumni
Participants have a choice in how they attend, either by physically coming to LaCava 300 on campus or by “virtually” attending at the same time from a remote location, using their computer and a high speed internet connection.
If you would like to attend “virtually,” please contact Jeanne DiBona at least 1 business day prior to the start of class. She will forward to you information on the specific steps you need to take to be included in the workshop.
ALUMNI VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Job search skills are built through practice and feedback. Please consider attending one of our upcoming Skill Building sessions and sharing your expertise with graduate students who are launching their careers.
Practice Interview Nights
It is important for graduate students to develop their interview skills in preparation for the recruiting season. Practice interviews with alumni are the best way for them to develop these skills.
Contact: Audra Boni - aboni@bentley.edu
Professional Profile Coaching
The Professional Profile Program is a comprehensive training program that teaches alumni how to develop a Professional Profile and how to provide coaching to a graduate student. It is a win-win situation for everyone! Alumni learn a powerful new personal marketing method and coaching skills and students learn how to market themselves effectively in their job search.
Contact: Barbara Hyle - bhyle@bentley.edu
Career Pathing Series
Wednesdays throughout the academic year 12:00-1:00
It is important for graduate students launching their careers to learn about different career paths. These casual lunch discussions provide students with the opportunity to gain industry and job specific advice from industry professionals so that they can develop effective strategies for entering and succeeding in their career.
Contact: Ilana Kaufman - ikaufman@bentley.edu
*Bentley University does not post job opportunities for any organizations who require an initial investment or who require start up costs of any amount on the alumni's part.
