Spring Career Readiness Week
April 11–18, 2025
Engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels, and networking events.
Future Career
Whether you are looking for a job, exploring internships, learning about careers, wanting to connect with alumni and employers, or just polishing up your résumé—the University Career Center is here to walk alongside you as you take the steps and build the career readiness skills to launch into your future.
The path to career readiness
starts here and now!
So, how can we help?
Career Coaching
Set up an appointment to connect one-on-one with a Career Readiness Coach for help deciding on a career path, finding a job or internship, practicing for interviews, and identifying and communicating your strengths and passions for next steps and beyond. Need someone to review your résumé, cover letter, or help you maximize your Handshake or LinkedIn profiles? Drop by the Career Center to meet with a Peer Coach.
Career Success Starts Here
Follow the career readiness road map to learn how to successfully launch into the workforce. Our step-by-step instructions provide the tools you’ll need to perfect your skills, gain knowledge, and build relationships so you’re workforce ready.
Find Jobs and Internships in Handshake
Looking for a part-time job, internship, volunteer, work-study, or early career opportunity? Activate your Handshake account today!
Earn Academic Credit for Your Internship
Earn academic credit through completing practical and reflection assignments while you’re gaining real-world experience through your internship.
Résumés and Cover Letters
Let us help you showcase your career readiness skills and experience. Get your résumé and cover letter reviewed by a Peer Coach or check out our guides and templates.
Make Connections
Expand your contacts, exchange career stories and goals, and open doors to new opportunities for mentorship, advice, career advancement, and personal growth.
Work-Study
Earn money for college expenses by working on campus or in select nonprofit agencies serving the community. Learn more about work-study eligibility and opportunities.
LinkedIn Learning
Did you know that as a UO student you have access to LinkedIn Learning? Free access to LinkedIn Learning is provided to all currently enrolled UO students.
Events
Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking ("connect") events, the Spring Career & Internship Expo (4/17), and Practice Interview Day (4/18) 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 Spring 2025 Career Readiness Week sponsors: Enterprise Mobility and Sherwin Williams.
FULL SCHEDULE:
Resume Extravaganza (Drop-In Resume Reviews) Wednesday, April 9th, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor) Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Career & Internship Expo? Drop-in any time to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
Curious about Job & Internship Search Strategies (Workshop) Thursday, April 10th, 3pm-4pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Looking for a job or internship and need help getting started?! Learn how to utilize Handshake and networking strategies to find opportunities that align with your interests; and how to get university credit for an internship (UGST404).
Career Tour: Healthcare Friday, April 11th, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center (RSVP on Handshake Required! Space Limited!) Thinking about a career in healthcare? Have we got a Friday morning for you! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend in Springfield for a behind-the-scenes tour and Q&A with healthcare leaders just for UO students!
Curious about Interviewing (Workshop) Friday, April 11th, 3pm-4pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Interviews can be nerve-racking! Learn and practice strategies to help you feel more comfortable and prepared.
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, April 14th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
Opportunities in Oregon and Abroad-Peace Corps and RARE Panel Monday, April 14th, 3pm-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor) Serve at home or abroad. Join us for a panel discussion featuring representatives from the Peace Corps, UO's RARE Americorps program to learn about Volunteer experiences, ask questions about service, and gain knowledge about the application processes for both programs.
Curious about Networking (Workshop) Tuesday, April 15th, 12pm-1pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Come learn how to build professional connections and leverage your network to boost your job search!
Curious about Cover Letters (Workshop) Tuesday, April 15th, 1pm-2pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Come learn how to write a cover letter!
Curious about Resumes (Workshop) Tuesday, April 15th, 2pm-3pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Come learn about the basics of resume writing and have the opportunity to ask questions on formatting, structure, and bring your own resume for tailoring and more!
Your Future in Tech + Connect (Panel & Networking) Tuesday, April 15, 4pm-6:30pm, EMU Crater Lake Rooms 4pm-5pm-Industry Insights Panel, followed by 5:15-6:30pm Connect with Tech Employers Join us for a special industry-connection night dedicated to helping you get career ready for your future in Tech. Hear from a panel of industry leaders &/or participate in small group networking with tech employers to get advice on career-building opportunities and connections.
Demystifying Grad School (Workshop) Wednesday, April 16th, 12pm-1pm, EMU Diamond Lake Room Whether you're just beginning to consider grad school or are still weighing your options, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge to make an informed decision about your future.
Curious about Finding a Part-Time Job (Workshop) Wednesday, April 16th, 1pm-2pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Come learn how to find jobs on or off campus using Handshake!
Biometrics in Business (Tour) Wednesday, April 16th, 4pm-5:30pm, Chiles 228A (RSVP on Handshake Required! Space Limited!) Join UO Professional Edge for an exclusive tour of the Insights Research Lab (IRL) and discover how cutting-edge biometric technology is transforming business research—like eye-tracking technology—that provide businesses with deep insights into consumer behavior, decision-making, and engagement.
Environmental Connect (Networking) Wednesday, April 16th, 4pm-6pm, EMU Crater Lake Rooms Network with a variety of public agencies, non-profit organizations, and businesses in a casual, fun “speed dating”-style event. Over the course of the event, you’ll have a chance to meet a new employer every 10 minutes!
Spring Career & Internship Expo Thursday, April 17th, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Find your career fit with over 60+ employers comprised of a variety of industries and organizational types--all on-campus and excited to share more with you about early career talent opportunities.
First Career & Internship Expo? Or just a little nervous? Come early and get a low-stress, behind-the-scenes Expo Preview & Tour (11:15am-noon, EMU Ballrooms) and learn how to navigate the expo and make a good first impression with employers.
Take part in the Expo Scavenger Hunt to win prizes and have fun conversation starters with employers.
Want to make a great first impression? Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism.
While you’re all dressed up, get a FREE Professional Headshot taken to add to your LinkedIn!
Industry Bite: The Business of the Green Economy (Panel) Thursday, April 17th, 6pm-7pm, Lillis 262 Join industry professionals and alumni working in mission driven high impact of the “Green Economy,” doing business for good in industries like energy and sustainability. Free pizza!
Practice Interview Day Friday, April 18th, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches on your communication style, professionalism, and more.
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Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Spring Career and Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
Hosted by the University Career Center as part of the 2025 Spring Career Readiness Week. http://career.uoregon.edu/events
University Career Center
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Meet With a Career Coach
Want to talk with a coach and explore career paths, internships, or need help on a résumé? We can meet one-on-one with you to help you feel prepared and explore new opportunities.
