ASME to Host Events Focused on Education Industry and Public P...

ASME to Host Events Focused on Education Industry and Public P... ASME to Host Events Focused on Education Industry and Public P... ASME to Host Events Focused on Education, Industry and Public Policy Priorities for EngineeringASMEs Washington D.C. Office has organized a number of highly anticipated events including the ASME zwischenstaatlich Mechanical Engineering Leadership Summit, the Engineering Public Policy Symposium, an ASME Connect networking event and a congressional briefing that will take place during the next two months.Now in its 30th year, the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Education Leadership Summit (MEED) will be held from March 20 to 23 in New Orleans, La. Featuring meetings, plenaries, briefings, receptions and more, MEED is a strategy and management forum for mechanical engineering education, industry and government leaders who are committed to collaborating toward the successful future of the field.To that end, ASMEs Industry Advisory Board (IAB) wil l convene its annual spring meeting in conjunction with MEED. The IAB and Committee on Engineering Education will hold crossover meetings and discussions related to accreditation and program criteria, among other topics. For more information regarding this meeting, and to learn more about MEEDs program, registration and logistics, please visit the 2019 MEED website.Less than a month later, from April 7 to 10, ASME will convene events in Washington surrounding the 16th annual Engineering Public Policy Symposium on Capitol Hill. Organized by ASME, the symposium will bring together leadership from 45 multidisciplinary engineering organizations representing over 2 million engineers who will hear from administration officials, members of Congress and congressional staff. ASME members will also have the opportunity to meet with their members of Congress to discuss issues pertaining to ASMEs technology strategy and the advancement of engineering. In keeping with annual tradition, the Com mittee on Government Relations will meet in conjunction with the symposium.Underscoring the importance of the symposium, the ASME Board of Governors will meet in Washington during this timeframe, demonstrating its prioritization of and participation in ASMEs public policy influence and outreach. Moreover, for the first time in D.C., the Society will hold an ASME Connect networking session that will bring together the Board of Governors with professional and student groups based in the Washington metro area. Members of the Early Career Leadership Intern Program to Serve Engineering (ECLIPSE) will also attend a leadership workshop and are invited to participate in the aforementioned events.ASMEs events on Capitol Hill will conclude with a congressional briefing on April 10 that will highlight bioengineering. ASME Executive Director Tom Costabile and ASME President Said Jahanmir will host Dean Kamen, an ASME champion and the founder of the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI). ARMI, which sponsors BioFabUSA of the Manufacturing USA network, aims to be at the forefront of operationalizing the large-scale engineering of tissues and organs. Kamens presentation is expected to attract wide-scale attention and yield fascinating discussion. Please note that ASME is hosting two other congressional briefings in March one focused on U.S. additive manufacturing on March 27, sponsored by the House Manufacturing Caucus, and another focused on clean energy on March 28, sponsored by the House RD Caucus.Spring 2019 is gearing up to be an exciting time for ASME. For more information, please contact Aaron Weinerman in ASME Global Public Affairs at weinermanaasme.org. Aaron Weinerman, ASME Global Public Affairs

QC Personnel Certification Workshop to be Webcast Live

QC Personnel Certification Workshop to be Webcast Live ASME NDE/QC Personnel Certification Workshop to be Webcast Live ASME NDE/QC Personnel Certification Workshop to be Webcast LiveIf you cant make it to ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code Week in Colorado later this month, you can still take part in a workshop on a non-destructive examination (NDE) and quality control (QC) certification process the Society is currently developing. The workshop will be offered as a free, live webcast from the meeting.The ASME NDE/QC Personnel Certification (ANDE) Workshop will be held from 200 p.m. to 500 p.m. Mountain Time on Tuesday, April 28. Participants in the workshop will learn about details of the certification scheme contained in the ASME ANDE-1 Standard, including how ANDE differs from existing personnel qualification and certification processes the potential effects that annahme an kindes statt of the new certification process could have on the workforce new criteria for obtaining NDE/QC ex perience and documentation and the NDE/QC regulators perspective on the new standard.To register for the free webcast, visit go.asme.org/ANDE. Details on how to participate in the webcast will be e-mailed to registrants in advance of the workshop. Questions about the webcast should be e-mailed to the workshops organizers at ANDEasme.org.

Questions Not to Ask an Employer During a Job Interview

Questions Not to Ask an Employer During a Job bewerbungsgesprchQuestions Not to Ask an Employer During a Job InterviewTowards the end of an interview, almost every employer will ask, Do you have any questions for me? Job applicants should put just as much thought into asking questions as they do answering questions. Whether you intend it or bedrngnis, each question you ask has the potential to reflect your knowledge of the company, your interest in the position, and your work ethic. Thats why its importantto take the time to come up with thoughtful questions for each interview. On the flip side, there are some questions that its never appropriate to ask your interviewer. Heres a list of questions never to ask an employer during an interview, along with information on why you shouldnt ask them. 133 Watch Now 7 Questions You Should Ask Employers Never Ask These Questions at an Interview Can I do this job from home?If you are interviewing for a telecommuting job, the job descripti on would have said so. Asking to work from home implies that you dislike working with others, you do not work well under direct supervision, or you have a difficult schedule to work around. Occasionally, employees who have held a position for a long period are allowed to telecommute, but this is not a concession you should ever ask for in a first interview. What does your company do?Avoid asking any questions about the company that you could have researched beforehand on the company website. These questions demonstrate that you have not done your homework, and imply that you are not truly interested in the position. When can I take time off for vacation?Dont discuss previous commitments before being offered a position. Asking about time off before getting a job offer implies that you are not going to be a fully committed employee. Did I get the job?This question puts employers on the spot and makes you appear impatient. Instead, you could ask for more information on the next step in the hiring process. For example, you can ask, Do you generally do multiple rounds of interviews with job candidates? However, if they are interested in you, most employers will give you this information before the end of the interview. Here are the best ways to ask for a job, without asking directly for the position. What is the salary for this position?Do not ask this question on a first interview. If you know that you will refuse a job that pays less than a certain amount, you can and should state the amount in your cover letter. However, if you are even somewhat flexible regarding salary, it is best not to discuss compensation until you are offered a position. How many hours will I be expected to work each week? Will I need to work on weekends?Questions about hours and extra work imply that you are hoping to work as little as possible. A better question would be, What is a typical workday like? The answer will likely give you insight into expected work hours. How long would I ha ve to wait to get promoted?This question implies that you are not interested in the position for which you are applying and that you are merely waiting to move on to something better. Instead, you could ask the employer, What are some of the opportunities for growth at this company? What type of health insurance does this company offer?Wait until you are offered the position before you begin asking questions about benefits. However, if there is a benefit that you require from a job (such as a particular type of health insurance, a daycare program, etc.), bring it up with human resources rather than the interviewer. More Questions to Refrain From Asking Can I see the break room?How late can I be to work without getting fired?How long is lunch?Can I bring my dog to work?Will I have to take a drug test?Does this company monitor Internet usage?How many warnings do you get before you are fired?

5 Feelings You Have When You Quit Your Job - The Muse

5 Feelings You Have When You Quit Your Job - The Muse5 Feelings You Have When You Quit Your JobThis is a particularly difficult thing to for me to write. Why? Because after two-and-a-half-years of writing articles for The Muse, this will be my last (for now). With a full-time job and a very cool wife I should probably spend more time with, its the right choice for me right now. But it wasnt an easy decision for me to make. My voice quivered when I gave my notice. Since then, Ive felt a few emotions that I definitely did not feel when I quit other jobs in the past. And as I still continue to process them, I figured that one of the best ways to do that was to write them all down for you to read.1. Youll Worry That Youve Made a MistakeI wont mince words This has been a great gig and Ive been lucky to have it. As excited as I am to start (or plektrum back up) a few projects, Im worried that Im making a horrible mistake. I dont know if Ill ever get paid again to do something that makes yo ur friends (and their friends, and their friends) say, I read that thing you wrote and it really helped me. For you, maybe this ever again? feeling stems from a career change that youre ambivalent about, or a boss that you know had your best interests in mind. But no matter why you still care about your job, its normal to wonder if youre making the right decision.2. Youll Wonder if Theyll Even Notice Youre GoneYou mightve already assumed this, but the folks who write for The Muse are smart, thoughtful, and a lot of fun to be around. On a professional level, theyre great teammates and Im going to miss them. But now, Im worried that maybe Ive been a jerk, or possibly worse, forgettable. Maybe they wont miss brainstorming with me over Slack, youll wonder, and maybe this is addition by subtraction. Youll be mostly confident that youre totally wrong, but youll have a hard time stopping yourself from thinking about it. 3. Youll Slowly Start to Get Excited About Whats NextIf youre quitting a job that you care about, chances are that you have a new gig lined up. Or youre taking some time to re-evaluate your life. Whatever reasons have brought you to this decision, theres no denying that the future is potentially very exciting. For me, Im looking forward to revisiting the book I started writing in grad school. It has gone mostly ignored and unnichts voned for at least five years. I was 23-years-old when I first took pen to paper and, well, lets just say Ive aged a bit since then. Id like to think Im a bit wiser, too. And Im excited to see what that means for my creative writing. This wont be an emotion that youll feel instantly. Youll have a lot of other things to process first, and a lot of them will be related to the nostalgia you still have about the job youre leaving. But you probably had your reasons for stepping aside, and at some point, youll get energized by them. 4. Youll Consider Taking Your Resignation BackWait a second. You have a great job that youre leavi ng? Why would you do this? See if theyll take you backAgain, if you care about your position, youll want to tear up your resignation letter. As of the writing of this article, Ive thought about doing so at least a dozen times. OK, so I know I told you I was leaving, youll want to say. But Ive thought it over and I really hope that we can pretend that it never happened.But then, youll remember all of the things that you have waiting for you after you quit. And if theyre still good reasons, youll resist the urge to beg for your job.5. Youll Be Thankful for the Time You SpentOn yet another personal level, The Muse was my first taste of a consistent and exciting freelance writing opportunity. Before then, I had toiled away with clients who didnt pay me on time or gave me assignments based on handshake agreements. But even if your circumstances are different than mine, youll inevitably want to thank everyone you worked with when you leave. And when you still care about your job, thats on ly natural. You probably learned a few things, made some friends, and gotten some incredible opportunities along the way. Of course youre going to feel thankful when you step away from something that still means something to you. When you give a you-know-what about your job, its hard to quit without feeling any strong emotions. And as you process those emotions, dont let anyone tell you to rush the process. You cared about this job, and you should take the time you need to grieve. Yes, grieve. Because even when youre leaving on your own accord, quitting a job you still care about is never easy.Want to stay in touch? Ill still be on Twitter.

What You Need to Know About Education Section of Resume

What You Need to Know About Education Section of Resume The Little-Known Secrets to Education Section of Resume If youre looking for a position in a different niche, a functional resume can demonstrate you have the essential skills necessary to be successful. Whatever is suitable for your personality or job target the very best. The benefit of having two individual sections is the fact that it provides better focus. A tailored resume written only for the role is going to have a lot more impact than a generic one. What You Should Do to Find Out About Education Section of Resume Before Youre Left Behind Ensure it is simple for them to find you by including the URL to your profile at the peak of your resume. Prioritize the unique resume sections you opt to add. If you know a possible employer will want to realize that you have the appropriate credentials before considering your other experience, place your education on top of the webpage just below your contact info and skilled summary. Exactly like other resume sections, including the work experience section or core competencies, the education section is just one of the main parts an expected employer will search for, simply to find a comprehension of the expertise and background of the candidate. Since you will probably have minimum expert experience, dont hesitate to fill your education section with an abundance of information. When you have expertise with a particular sort of software, for instance, include it in the experience section. Vital Pieces of Education Section of Resume You fruchtwein likely wont list the whole address, but will incorporate the city and state. Frequently, therell be an education requirement for the job that you desire. Education is among a number of essential sections employers search for on resumes. You should tailor the education section of your resume to satisfy your circumstances, including whether you continue to be a student, how much work experience which you have, and the number of academic achievements youve got. Dont include your high school unless its nationally recognized or in an area in which you wish to do the job. Most students hit a wall when it regards the expert experience section since they just dont have relevant work experience. You are going to need a single with expertise in your community to acquire a lengthy time period, maybe not merely a on-line faculty. What You need to Do If you havent any work experience, then you need to adhere to the identical format. Your resume should demonstrate that youre capable of coordinating projects and supervising different employees, in addition to display your capacity to work with clients. By starting each sentence in the same style, youre making it considerably simpler for the prospective employer to scan your resume and receive the most important info. Before you list someone for a reference, make sure you call them to ask permission, make them know the kind of work youre p ursuing and, if needed, refresh their memory about your work. Although resumes are composed using standard elements, there isnt any prescribed format which works equally well for everybody. Paint a dynamic picture of the kind of work you did and the amount of your responsibilities. You went back to school and took a lot of courses that relate to the tech market. Some folks wish to tischset their education up top. All you need to do is write in the credits you did figure out how to get. If youre still in school or simply out of college, they are going to need to know that up front and, accordingly, what you are able to contribute. As a rule of thumb, you shouldnt reference high school education in your education section unless its your only academic experience. Its also advisable to be ready to talk about your college courses in your interview, once the time comes. So, no matter your position or situation, you need to always consist of education on your resume.

How to Create a Great Candidate Experience - Spark Hire

How to Create a Great Candidate Experience - Spark HireJust the other day, Spark Hire talked about what candidate experience is and why it is so important for your company to focus on. Now that you know what it is, do you know how to create a great candidate experience? Thankfully, you are already on the right track by knowing what it is. Companies that are completely unaware of what the candidate experience entails cant really work towards creating a great one. Fortunately though, creating a great candidate experience isnt very difficult.All it takes is some attention to detail and the desire to create a great candidate experience. Lets take a look at some of the ways you can work towards creating a great candidate experience for your candidates.If you can recall the previous blog we posted, the candidate experience starts from when a candidate sees your company website all the way to their training for the new job. So lets see how your company can be koranvers it is being portrayed in good light and your candidates are walking away with a positive opinion.Create a Great Job DescriptionIts come up before on this blog, and its sure to come up again in the future. Maximizing your job description is the one of the first steps in creating a good candidate experience. A poor job description will send top talent somewhere else. Your job description is generally the first thing job seekers see of your company. Whether it be on your own company website or through a job board, you need to be sure your job description is clear and concise. State what skills are needed, what the job entails and what is expected out of your ideal job seeker.Test Your Application ProcessIf you have an online application that candidates must complete before being considered for the position, then you should definitely test out the process. A difficult or lengthy application process stresses job seekers out and, at times, drives them away. Have you ever gone to a company website to look for their open positions and found it exceedingly difficult? Have someone you know test out the process as if they were a job seeker looking to apply for your open position.Have them go to your website, locate the job section, find the specific job they want and fill out the application. Ask them how their experience was? Was it easy or difficult to find the actual job post? Was the site confusing or slow? In a recent post, Spark Hire discussed how a slow website is terrible news for your candidate experience. Ask this person how the application experience was and make changes where they are needed.Hiring ManagersNext, you have to think about how these candidates are being treated throughout the hiring process. If you work for a big company and all hiring is done through HR, then you need to be sure you have human resources professionals that like what they do and are portraying the company in a good light. This seems very obvious, but its very easy to do the opposite. You want to be su re that the people contacting your candidates are enthusiastic and positive about what they are doing.If an employer contacts a job seeker and it sounds like they are disinterested and simply contacting them because it is their job to do so, then its likely the job seeker will catch on. They may think, Why is this employer so short? Do they dislike their job? Is this a good company to work for? Questions like this shouldnt come up in the hiring process from a candidate, but if they do it might not be so great for your company or your candidate experience.Stick to Your WordPerhaps the most frustrating thing for job seekers in the hiring process is when employers do not follow through with what they said they were going to do. Spark Hire has touched on this before, so it is definitely important to note. If you, or your hiring managers, give the candidate a timeline then its imperative that they stick to it. For instance, if you tell a candidate that you will get back to them in a day or two, then do it. Making promises, or statements, that arent true leaves a schwimmbad taste in a job seekers mouth.This is even more important when you tell them when you think you will be coming to a decision. If you tell a candidate, We will be making a decision by the end of the week and they never heard from you until two weeks have passed, thats a terrible candidate experience If you dont know the timeline, then dont give one. Telling a candidate one thing and doing another is bad for your company.As you can see, creating a great candidate experience isnt particularly difficult. It does, however, take some effort on your or your companys part. You can certainly ignore these things and still hire some good talent, but chances are that the top talent will recognize their poor candidate experience and take their talent somewhere else.How does your company create a great candidate experience? Is it something that you focus on? Share with us in the comments section below