Spring Career and
Internship Expo
Thursday, April 18
Noon–4:00 p.m.
EMU Ballroom
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 roadmap 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, casual career chats, the Career & Internship Expo (4/18), and Practice Interview Day (4/19) 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!
Special thanks to our Spring 2024 Career Readiness Week sponsors: Enterprise Holdings and Sherwin Williams
FULL SCHEDULE
Resume Extravaganza (Drop-In Resume Reviews)
Tuesday, April 9, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons
Did you know you can have a career readiness coach or a peer coach review your resume before the Spring 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)
Wednesday, April 10, 11am-12pm, Tykeson 50P (UCC 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).
Curious About Interviewing? (Workshop)
Friday, April 12, 10am-11am, Tykeson 50P (UCC Conference Room)
Come learn about the basics of interviewing and how to stand out as a candidate!
Black Business in Oregon: A Journey to Excellence Reception
Friday, April 12, 5pm-6:30pm, Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center
Meet Black alumni from different stages of their careers who will share experiences, insights, and success stories. Dinner and refreshments from Philyaw’s Cookout and Catering will be served. Space is limited, so register by April 9 to secure your spot!
Curious About the Spring Career & Internship Expo? (Virtual Info-Session)
Monday, April 15, 12pm-1pm, Register in Handshake for Zoom link
Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Career and Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the Expo.
Monday, April 15, 3pm-4 pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons
Serve at home or abroad. Join us for a panel discussion featuring representatives from the Peace Corps and 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 Resumes? (Workshop)
Tuesday, April 16, 12pm-1pm, Tykeson 50P (UCC 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 16, 4pm-6:30pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons
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.
Industry Bites: Make it in Marketing!
Tuesday, April 16, 4pm-4:45pm, Lillis 440
Interested in exploring a career in marketing? Want to learn more about marketing industry from corporate to agency work, strategy, design, and campaigns? Join us for PIZZA, panel, and conversation with marketing leaders.
Ducks in Finance: Navigating the Corporate Financial Landscape
Tuesday, April 16, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Register in Handshake for Zoom link
Join the UO Alumni Association for an insightful journey into the world of corporate finance with our esteemed panel of alumni, each carving their paths to success.
Wednesday, April 17, 4pm-6pm, 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 18, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms
Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Find your career fit with over 70+ employers comprised of private industry; public, educational, and non-profit organizations; local government, the federal government, law enforcement, and military--all on-campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and 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. Bring your resume to impress employers! Get a FREE Professional Headshot taken to add to your LinkedIn!
Friday, April 19, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons
Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback on your communication style, professionalism, and more. interviewing skills, get feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches.
11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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. Bring a friend! want to learn more about the big expo 4/18 from noon to 4pm? click here!
The University Career Center gives a special thanks to Enterprise Holdings, and Sherwin Williams for sponsoring all of our Spring Career Readiness Week events and workshops! And additional support of the Spring Expo from American International Forest Products.
University Career Center
Hours
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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.
