Events

How to: Resume and Cover Letter Tips (Workshop)

Ever stare at your resume thinking, “Is this… good? Bad? Chaotic? Who even knows?”

Yep, we’ve all been there.

Ever sit down to write a cover letter and think, “Wait… what am I even supposed to focus on?”

You’re not alone!

Join us for just 45 minutes and turn that “uh-oh” into aha!

We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume, how to make your experience shine (even if you think you don’t have any), and what to cut so your resume doesn’t turn into a five-page novel. We’ll also show you what a cover letter really needs, how to tell your story without rambling, and how to highlight why you’re a perfect fit without sounding like a robot. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter.

Whether this is your first resume or cover letter or your tenth recycled template, you’ll leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.

Come hang out with us in person. Let’s make cover letters fun (yes, really)!

Ask Me How I Got Here: A Conversation on Health Work

Meet professionals in physical therapy, electro-physiology, mental health, and global health.

One didn't know her field existed until she lived in Namibia.

Another's cultural experiences shape how she approaches tough conversations with patients.

Another studied political science and now consults with doctors during surgery.

Want to know what they have in common?

Come ask these five returned Peace Corps volunteers how service shaped their paths.

UO Law School Fair The UO Law School Fair connects around 50 law schools from throughout the country with hundreds of interested, prospective law students from the University of Oregon. Admissions representatives from several top law schools will be in attendance and ready to describe the many aspects of their schools, discuss admissions criteria, and answer your questions.

Peace Corps at the Veteran and Military Affiliated Center

Join your on-campus Peace Corps recruiter at the Veteran and Military affiliated center for coffee, questions, and answers.

Continue serving without giving up what you’ve earned—and with strong support throughout Peace Corps service:

• Monthly living allowance that covers housing, food, and essentials (amount varies by country).
• Full necessary and appropriate medical and dental care during service.
• Flights, paid leave, and training.
• Volunteer service award ($10,800 pre-tax after completing 27-month service)
• Lifetime educational benefits through the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows program
• Federal career benefits, such as non‑competitive hiring eligibility after two years.

Learn more about serving as a veteran here.

Peace Corps Application Workshop

Join your on-campus recruiter and fellow students interested in Peace Corps to get your application ready.

This workshop will cover the application process, including how to strengthen your resume and motivation statement.

How To: Interviewing

Ever walk out of an interview thinking, “Wait… what did I even just say?”

Yep, we’ve all been there. Join us for just 45 minutes and learn how to dodge that post-interview panic.

We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.

Interviews make you sweaty, anxious, or just a little dramatic? Perfect. We’ve got strategies to help you feel prepared and way more chill.

International students: get the inside scoop on US-style interviews. No prior experience needed!

Come hang out in person.

Teach For America, The Peace Corps, and City Year: Know Your Options

🌎 MAKE AN IMPACT — ON CAMPUS, IN THE CLASSROOM AND AROUND THE WORLD

Interested in hands-on experience, leadership development, and meaningful service? Explore opportunities with Teach For America, Peace Corps, and City Year.

🍎 Teach For America | Lead, Teach and Make an Impact

Make an impact in college or after graduation through opportunities serving K–12 students.

• TFA Ignite: Paid, part-time virtual tutoring/mentorship in spring • TFA Corps: Paid, full-time, two-year teaching and leadership experience after graduation • Open to all majors/backgrounds; no teaching experience or education degree required • Build communication, leadership, problem-solving and relationship-building skills • Receive training, coaching and ongoing support

Ignite Deadline: November 18 | Corps Deadline: February 8 Can’t attend? Reach out to Tyler.  

🌍 Peace Corps | Serve Around the World

Peace Corps Volunteers serve 27 months in 60+ countries, living and working alongside communities on locally prioritized projects.

Benefits include: • $10,000 award after completing service • Housing and monthly living allowance • Health care throughout service and student loan forgiveness • Education benefits through the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program • Federal employment advantages and many more benefits

Applications are year-round; summer departure applications are due January 1. Can’t attend? Reach out for more information.  

🌟 City Year | Tutor, Mentor and Make an Impact

City Year Student Success Coaches serve full-time in schools for 11 months, tutoring and mentoring students while building skills for future careers or grad school.

• Full-time, 11-month experience in 29 US cities with benefits • Hands-on support for students’ academic and personal growth • Professional development, resources and mentorship • Education awards and exclusive graduate school scholarships

Applications are open! Deadlines: October 30, 2026, and February 12, 2027. Can’t attend? Reach out to Natalie for information and application support.

🚀 READY TO TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP?

Whether you want to serve students this spring, launch your classroom career, serve communities around the world, or gain hands-on experience after graduation, these opportunities can help turn college into meaningful leadership and service.

TFA: Serve while in college or teach/lead after graduation. Peace Corps: Serve communities around the world. City Year: Tutor, mentor and build career skills.

Ready to take your next step? Join us to find out how! 🦆

Graduate School Fair 2026

Should you go to grad school? Going to graduate school is a BIG life decision! You can gain specialized knowledge, research, connections, and expertise in your chosen field, which can lead to better career opportunities and increased earning potential. However, it's essential to carefully consider your goals, commitment, and financial situation before deciding to pursue further education. Coming to this event is a great first step!

Explore your interest in pursuing an advanced degree at the Graduate School Fair! (11/10 from 11am-2pm in the EMU Ballrooms)

This event offers a valuable opportunity for you to learn about various graduate programs (both at the UO and other top universities!) and the benefits they provide to prepare you for a career in research, academia, or specialized industry roles. Talk to recruiters about the application process and financial aid, or ask them about career outcomes for students who pursue advanced degrees--this is your opportunity to explore and learn!

Whether you're still exploring career paths or ready to apply for the coming year, the fair is open to students at any stage of your academic journey.

Highlights of the fair:

• Representatives from graduate programs across the United States (including the University of Oregon), offering a diverse range of degree programs and academic disciplines including:
  • Architecture & Design
  • Business Management
  • Child Behavioral Health
  • Education
  • Environmental Studies
  • Health Sciences
  • Humanities & Arts
  • Law & Legal Studies
  • Media & Communications
  • Public Affairs & Policy
  • STEM
  • Social Sciences
  • and more!
• Mini-Workshops featuring career readiness coaches, who will demystify the application process, writing your purpose statement, and provide tips for maximizing your experience at the fair.

Don't miss this chance to expand your horizons and discover the possibilities that await you in the world of higher education!

Register on Handshake today to learn about all the schools coming and get tips and advice for how to make the most of the fair.

For more information, visit the Unviersity Career Center in Tykeson-Garden Level to learn more about how the UCC supports students applying to grad school through career coaching and document reviews! 

Pack your Confidence: An Interactive Career Workshop for Study Abroad Returnees

Whether you studied abroad this past summer or a few years ago, your experience is worth talking about. Global Education Oregon (GEO) and the UO Career Center are partnering to help you reflect on your time abroad and learn how to market it with confidence. This interactive workshop offers resume support, help building your interview answers and elevator pitch, and research-backed guidance from career professionals to set you up for success after graduation. Open to all study abroad returnees, including GEO Center, faculty-led, internship, exchange, and third-party program participants. Your time abroad already set you apart. Now let's make it count.

This event is part of International Education Month (IEM) programming. View the full calendar of IEM events: https://international.uoregon.edu/IEM

Fall Career Closet: Free Interview-Ready Outfits

Make a first impression that reflects your awesomeness! Do you need an outfit to wow your interviewers? Pop in to our Pop-Up Career Closet and curate a FREE interview-ready outfit that will give you the confidence to crush your next interview. 

Tuesday, November 17, from noon-3pm in the EMU Crater Lake Room (next to Panda Express) at NO COST to you! hosted by the University Career Center + UO Student Sustainability Center.

Browse through new or gently used business casual & business professional clothes like: blazers, slacks, suits, dresses, polos, button-ups, skirts, ties, belts, and anything else you might want to wear to a job interview! A variety of styles and sizes to choose from! Check out the UCC's "Dress The Part" Boards on Pinterest to see what kinds of office style vibes you might want to shop for! 

Not sure what to pick? We'll have volunteers around who can help you pick styles that reflect your individuality and the industry you're wanting to break into. 

Want to volunteer at the pop-up? Reach out to career@uoregon.edu for more info! 

Want to donate clothes? Career Closet Donation Bins can be found in Oct/Nov at 

• University Career Center: Tykeson Hall Garden Level 050

• Student Sustainability Center: EMU Room 005

• Ford Alumni Center: Front Desk (1st floor) 1720 E. 13th Ave

• Lillis: Main Entrance 

• HEDCO Education: Main Entrance

• OTHER: Want to organize a mini-drive and have someone pick it up from your business in Eugene/Springfield no less than 2 weeks prior to the event? career@uoregon.edu to make a plan!

Want to give $ to support this initiative? Go to UO Giving under Designations, select "I want to give to other" and write in Career Center fund (#4359) and include "Clothing" in the comments before you move on to payment! These funds will help us with additional resources to help make this event successful.

How To: Interviewing

Ever walk out of an interview thinking, “Wait… what did I even just say?”

Yep, we’ve all been there. Join us for just 45 minutes and learn how to dodge that post-interview panic.

We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.

Interviews make you sweaty, anxious, or just a little dramatic? Perfect. We’ve got strategies to help you feel prepared and way more chill.

International students: get the inside scoop on US-style interviews. No prior experience needed!

Come hang out in person.

How To: Job Search and LinkedIn

Ever feel like you’re not using LinkedIn to its full potential? Not even sure where to start?

Let’s fix that in just 45 minutes!

We’ll show you how to make your profile pop, search for jobs without endless scrolling, and connect with UO alumni who can give real advice and opportunities. Plus, get easy, low-pressure tips for networking, even if reaching out to strangers makes you cringe.

New to LinkedIn or haven’t touched your profile since freshman year? Perfect. You’ll walk away confident, prepared, and ready to use LinkedIn like a pro.

Quackshots: Free Semi-Pro Headshots

Need to update your profile pic for LinkedIn or just to have a classy school pic of yourself to send to your fam to show them how you're thriving at the UO? We got you! Stop by the Career Center in Tykeson Hall Ground Level, Suite 050 for our pop-up headshot station with Career Coach Craig! Did we mention it's FREE? No appointments needed, but there may be a wait.

Not sure what to wear for a headshot, here's some ideas:

https://www.pinterest.com/UOCareerCenter/dress-the-part-headshots-zoom-interviews/

Online Drop-In Advising: Freeman Internship Fellowship Application

Thinking about doing an internship in Asia? The Freeman Internship Fellowships can help fund it!

The 2026-27 application deadlines are: 

• January 15, 2027 (spring and summer priority deadlines)
• April 22, 2027 (summer deadline)
• August 22, 2027 (fall and winter priority deadlines)
• November 22, 2027 (winter and spring priority deadlines)

This online drop-in advising hour provides an opportunity for applicants to ask any questions they may have about their Freeman Fellowship application.

Apply by the priority deadlines to receive your award decision sooner! 

Online Drop-In Advising: Freeman Internship Fellowship Application

Thinking about doing an internship in Asia? The Freeman Internship Fellowships can help fund it!

The 2026-27 application deadlines are: 

• January 15, 2027 (spring and summer priority deadlines)
• April 22, 2027 (summer deadline)
• August 22, 2027 (fall and winter priority deadlines)
• November 22, 2027 (winter and spring priority deadlines)

This online drop-in advising hour provides an opportunity for applicants to ask any questions they may have about their Freeman Fellowship application.

Apply by the priority deadlines to receive your award decision sooner!