The Networking Café brings together activities to help attendees get connectedand get ahead professionally. Wondering about your career options oropportunities for postgraduate study? Want to learn more about SAA’s MentoringProgram? Meet with Funders? Recharge your cell phone or tabletbetween sessions? The Networking Café is the place to go!
Wednesday, August 13, 8:00 - 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 14, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday, August 15, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, August 16, 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Career CenterHosted by SAA's Membership Committee, the Career Center provides services and opportunities for job seekers and employers.
Wednesday, August 13, Noon - 6:00 pm
Thursday, August 14, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Friday, August 15, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, August 16, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
For Job Seekers:
- Post your résumé for prospective employers to see at the meeting.
- Review job announcements and meet with employers.
- Get help polishing your résumé and/or consult with volunteer career advisors. (Attendees were invited to schedule an appointment in advance for consultation with an advisor. Please see the Career Development Subcommittee website for more information: http://www2.archivists.org/groups/career-development-subcommittee. The deadlinewas July 18.)
For Employers:
- Post your position announcement(s). Place your announcement(s) on file in the Career Center and expand your applicant pool.
- Meet job seekers and potential employees. Employers who participate in the Career Center will have the chance to meet and speak with job seekers in an informal and relaxed setting.
Archival Education, “Funders’ Corner,” and MoreInformation tables are available within the Networking Café for graduate archival education programs, funders, and allied organizations to distribute program literature and have representatives answer questions one on one. Take this opportunity to make connections in a conversational setting.
New this year – the “Funders Corner” in the Networking Café!
Drop by the Networking Café during the annual meeting to visit with program officers from CLIR, IMLS, NEH, and NHPRC. Share ideas about projects and get some details on relevant funding programs. If a representative isn’t there when you come by, grab some literature and leave a note requesting a follow up communication. See how you can turn your inspirations into activities!
Mentoring Program Meet-and-GreetAre you seeking guidance on your professional development? Do you wantto share your knowledge and experience with a fresh young talent? Stop by the Networking Café and learn about how SAA’s dynamic Mentoring Program can help you make the right connections. And if you’re already partof the Program, this is a great opportunity to meet your mentor or protégé inperson!
(Thursday, 9:30 am – 10:00 am)Charging StationsRecharge your cell phone or tablet between sessions! (Power strips will be available for use. Bring your own charger.)
