From the Hiring Table: Insights from the Public Sector (Brown x URI)

About this event

Interviewing with the Public Sector Curious how employers actually evaluate candidates, and what helps applicants stand out? Join Brown University and the University of Rhode Island (URI) for a virtual employer panel designed to give students a behind-the-scenes look at the recruiting process from the employer perspective. Each quarter, we'll feature a new industry theme, a new group of employers, and a new job search topic, so you can keep building your career toolkit throughout the year. This session will spotlight representatives from 4 Public Sector agencies who will share behind-the-scenes insights on how students can make strong impressions through effective storytelling and personal branding during the interview process.Panelists: (TO BE DETERMINED)What you'll learn:How to craft a clear, compelling "tell me about yourself" that resonates with consulting employers Strategies for effectively communicating transferable skills and aligning experiences to public sector roles How to develop and deliver strong, story-driven interview responses that showcase impact and problem-solving Best practices for interviewing with public sector professionals and building meaningful, lasting connections Event Format (1 hour):45 minutes employer panel discussion 20 minutes student QandA 5 minutes career advisor wrap-up with key takeaways and best practices This session is open to all URI and Brown students to attend!https://brown.zoom.us/j/91958902121 (https://brown.zoom.us/j/91958902121)This event is online: https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1976501rview process.

Panelists: (TO BE DETERMINED)

What you'll learn:

How to craft a clear, compelling "tell me about yourself" that resonates with consulting employers

Strategies for effectively communicating transferable skills and aligning experiences to public sector roles

How to develop and deliver strong, story-driven interview responses that showcase impact and problem-solving

Best practices for interviewing with public sector professionals and building meaningful, lasting connections

Event Format (1 hour):

45 minutes

employer panel discussion

20 minutes

student QandA

5 minutes

career advisor wrap-up with key takeaways and best practices

This session is open to all URI and Brown students to attend!

This event is online: https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1976501