2025-2026 Career Development Events
2/18: Career Sampler Series (Micro-internships & Job Simulators) Zoom, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
2/24: Professional Dress Do's and Don'ts, CC220, 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
3/4: Career Sampler Series (Preview of Internships, Job Shadows and More), CC114, 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
3/17: B. Braun Career Panel - Marketing, Communications, Legal
3/18: B. Braun Career Panel - Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration & Management, Manufacturing & Industry, Accounting
3/19: B. Braun Tour
3/24: Executive in Residence Bethlehem
4/1: Career Sampler Series (Summer Opportunities / Boosting your Resume) Zoom, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
4/7- 4/8: Spring Internship and Job Fair Bethlehem, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
4/17: Dental Hygienist Job Fair, Fowler Center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
2026 Hal Shaffer Memorial Executive in Residence Leadership Certificate
The Hal Shaffer Memorial Executive in Residence (EIR) Leadership Certificate is a professional development opportunity for students who want to strengthen leadership skills, build career readiness, and connect directly with industry executives.
Participants complete a short skills curriculum and attend a series of Executive in Residence and career-focused events. Students who complete all requirements will receive a Leadership Certificate, presented at the annual Executive in Residence event.
What You'll Gain
Practical leadership and professionalism skills
Resume and elevator pitch development with Career Development staff
Direct access to executive leaders and industry professionals
A Leadership Certificate to add to your resume and LinkedIn profile
Certificate Requirements
To earn the Leadership Certificate, students must complete all three skills requirements and attend events as outlined below.
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Professionalism Skills Personal Assessment
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Create or Enhance Your Resume
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Schedule an appointment with the Career Development Office
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Elevator Pitch Assignment
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Complete the elevator pitch worksheet and video
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Schedule an appointment with the Career Development Office to practice
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Choose one of the following:
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Networking Lunch – February 17
CC220, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. -
Dress for Success: Do’s & Don’ts for Interviews, Networking & Professional Events – February 24
CC220, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Executive in Residence Events
Choose one of the following career panels plus the required Executive in Residence event:
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B. Braun Career Panel – March 17
Executives representing Marketing, Communications, and Legal
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. -
B. Braun Career Panel – March 18
Executives representing Accounting, Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration & Management, Manufacturing & Industry
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Required Event for All Certificate Participants
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Executive in Residence Fireside Chat, Networking & Dinner – March 24
3 p.m.-6 p.m.
Laub Lounge & CC220
(Certificate presentation takes place at this event.)
Certificate Presentation
Leadership Certificates will be presented by B. Braun CEO Robert Albert at the 41st Annual Executive in Residence Event on March 24. Attendance is required to receive the certificate!
Registration
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Complete and submit the registration form to register
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Space is limited; early registration is encouraged
- Contact us with questions! careers@northampton.edu or 610.861.5344
