Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking ("connect") events, and the Fall Career & Internship Expo (10/22), that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness. For a full list of workshops, career tours, networking events, resume reviews, alumni panels, and more, visit career.uoregon.edu/events or register for events in Handshake. Why wait?! Stop by the University Career Center in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level ASAP to get drop-in resume reviews and other career guidance to make the most of your Career Readiness Week!

The University Career Center offers a special thanks to our Fall 2026 Career Readiness Week sponsor Enterprise Mobility.

FULL SCHEDULE

• Resume Extravaganza (Drop-In Resume Reviews with Career Coaches & Peer Coaches!) Wednesday, October 14th, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall 1st floor Commons Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Fall Career & Internship Expo? Drop in any time to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one! 
• BizCareers in Finance and Real Estate Thursday, October 15th, 6pm-8pm, Lillis Atrium Ask direct questions, learn tips and insights on how to improve your application and stand out, and make an in-person impression for your next steps or the near future! Spots are limited, register in Handshake.  
• Career Tour: Tech + Design  Friday, October 16th, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby  Creativity and technology go hand-in-hand! Meet some Oregon companies that are innovating across industries (tech, video game design, web/graphic design, UX, government, and more!) Free transportation & lunch provided. 
• Careers in the Performing Arts Panel  Friday, October 16th, 2pm-3:20pm, Frohnmayer 178 Are you passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts? Join us for an informative session tailored just for you! Listen to insights from a diverse panel representing local venues, non-profits, education, performance, and studios. 
• Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info-Session)  Monday, October 19th, noon-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake for Zoom link) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Fall Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.  
• How To: Job Searching & LinkedIn (Workshop) Monday, October 19th, 2pm-3pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Ever feel like you’re not using LinkedIn to its full potential? Not even sure where to start? Let’s fix that!  
• Job Shadow Day Info-Session Monday, October 19th, 4pm-5pm, Tykeson Commons Come learn about the job shadow day happening on Friday, November 13 that will include networking, mentorship, and career exploration! Open to all CAS undergrads.  
• Your Future in Sustainability (Panel + Networking) Tuesday, October 20th, 4pm-5pm (Industry Panel), 5:15pm-6:30pm (Networking) Tykeson Hall 1st floor Commons Hear from industry leaders and experts about their career journeys, and how you can be developing the skills and connections today to thrive in limitless roles in this growing industry! FREE FOOD!  
• Peace Corps Coffee Chat Wednesday, October 21st, 10am-noon (come & go), Tykeson Commons Peace Corps helps you prepare you for what’s next, whatever that is. Come meet your on-campus recruiter and intercultural experiences and Career Readiness Coordinator and ask any questions you have about the Peace Corps and the global service minor. 
• How To: Interviewing (Workshop) Wednesday, October 21st, 2pm-3pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Interviews can be nerve-racking, so come learn about strategies to help you feel more comfortable and prepared. 
• Quackshots: Free Semi-Professional Headshots Wednesday, October 21st, 3pm-5pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50 (University Career Center) Need to update your profile pic for LinkedIn or just have a classy school pic of yourself to send to your family? No appointment needed, but there may be a wait.  
• Fall Career & Internship Expo: PREVIEW and Tour Thursday, October 22nd, 11:15am-12pm, EMU Ballroom/Maple First Career & Internship Expo? Or just a little nervous? Come early and get a low-stress, behind-the-scenes look at how to navigate the expo and make a good first impression with employers. 
• Fall Career & Internship Expo  Thursday, October 22nd, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballroom Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 50+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are excited to share more with you about their early career talent opportunities.  Want to make a great first impression?  Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism. 
• BizCareers in Marketing, Sales, & Analytics Thursday, October 22nd, 5:30pm-8pm, Lillis Atrium Don't miss this rare chance to meet multiple employers eager to hire interns and college grads in one evening. Ask direct questions, learn tips and insights on how to improve your application and stand out, and make an in-person impression. 

Curious about careers in sustainability, the environment, or climate solutions? Join us for Your Future in Sustainability, a FREE career exploration and networking event designed to help you connect with professionals working across the environmental and sustainability field.

Whether you’re interested in conservation, climate solutions, environmental science, policy, consulting, GIS, communications, or other sustainability-related career paths, this event is a chance to learn what careers in the field actually look like and how you can get there.

Come for either or both events! All are welcome!

Industry Insights Panel | 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Hear from professionals and alumni about their career journeys, industry trends, the skills employers are looking for, and how they got started in the field.

Small-Group Networking | 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Connect directly with professionals in a casual setting. Rotate between conversations, ask questions, learn about different career paths, and get advice about internships, jobs, fellowships, and other opportunities. FREE FOOD!

Employers include:

• Lane County Government
• BRING Recycling
• Peace Corps
• City of Eugene
• University of Oregon
• Nearby Nature
• Walama Restoration
• Ameri Corps
• Cascades Raptor Center
• and more to come!

You don’t need to have a specific career path figured out to attend. Whether you’re exploring sustainability for the first time, looking for an internship or job, or already planning a career in the environmental field, you’ll have the opportunity to make connections and learn from people working in the industry.

Come with questions, curiosity, and your future in mind.

Panelists:

Jack Bentivoglio: Jack is a Materials Recovery Assistant at BRING, a Eugene-based nonprofit dedicated to waste prevention, reuse, and sustainable materials management. Jack works with contractors and subcontractors to recover reusable building materials and connect them with opportunities for a second life rather than disposal. During the events season, he coordinates Sustainable Event Services for Lane County Public Works, managing a reusable dishware program and impact reporting for public events. As a University of Oregon Environmental Studies and Sustainable Business graduate with hands-on experience in material recovery and zero waste event operations, Jack is building a career at the intersection of sustainability, materials management, and entertainment.

Maddy Broedel: Maddy grew up in Washington and New York, hiking the Olympic and Adirondack mountains, searching the coastline for tidepools, and exploring old growth forests. After a stint living in a Midwest community with few environmental education opportunities, she discovered a passion for connecting youth and families with nature and advocating for habitat preservation and restoration. She received her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Oregon, where she studied Public Relations and Nonprofit Administration with an emphasis in environmental conservation.

Maddy joined Cascades Raptor Center’s team in 2023, where she enjoys meeting visitors, engaging the public, and creating meaningful community connections. In addition to her work with the birds, she has served on the Advancement Committee for the Oregon Coast Aquarium and as the Board Vice President for the Emerald Valley Development Professionals. When she’s not at the Center you can find her shopping at farmer’s markets, hanging out at coffee shops, hiking the Oregon coast, and spending time with her fiancé and cat.

Danielle Klinkebiel: Danielle is a climate policy professional in Lane County with more than a decade of experience advancing sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community-focused initiatives. She currently serves as a Climate Policy Analyst with the City of Eugene, where she works on climate policy and programs designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build a more sustainable community

Moderator:

Dr. Taylor McHolm is the Director of the Student Sustainability Center at the University of Oregon. In this role, Taylor develops student leaders, helps facilitate student sustainability projects, and develops programming to meet student needs on campus. He received his PhD from the University of Oregon’s interdisciplinary Environmental Science, Studies, and Policy program, with a focal department of English. His published research addresses representations of environmental justice and the racial components of the Anthropocene. In all areas, his work and research prioritize the intersections of sustainability, environmental justice, social equity, and cultural production