CAREER SERVICES — Advice & A Slice Program

Career Services at The University of Virginia's College at Wise recognizes the importance of involving employers in what we do beyond providing job opportunities for students and alumni.  Advice and a Slice is a way for employers to be involved in the career development of students by assisting in educating students about the job search process, specific industries, and more. 

Through Advice and a Slice, employers are invited to campus to speak on a topic of their choice, either specific to their industry or a general career development issue.  For example, a pharmaceutical representative for a drug company could speak about entering into that industry and provide guidance to students on how to build their resumes, how to gain experience, what the interview process is like, etc.  General career issues could include writing an effective resume, office etiquette in the workplace, or ways to be financially responsible for students who are new to earning a salary. 

Advice and a Slice provides a relaxed, comfortable forum in which students feel comfortable with employers, giving them the opportunity to speak with experts. Employers provide the pizza (that’s where the 'slice' comes in) and Career Services provides the facility and drinks, and most importantly, the students!  Students pre-register in Career Services to provide the employers with an accurate number of attendees.  

Advice and a Slice is an excellent way for employers to interact and build positive relationships with potential candidates.  Employers are able to promote their organization, keep their names on the minds of students and alumni, all while helping our students be successful in their job searches, no matter where it might take them. 

We believe that this is a most successful way for employers to “pick” top candidates and for students and alumni to learn more about the opportunities that await them here in Wise County and the surrounding region. If you would like to learn more about Advice and a Slice, please contact Kathy Elkins 276-328-0126 or k_elkins@uvawise.edu.