Want to attend a workshop on job searching strategies, or connect with diverse alumni sharing their career stories at a panel or networking event? Or maybe you are ready to engage with employers to learn about, and interview for, job and internship opportunities! The University Career Center facilitates career readiness engagement opportunities that can empower, prepare, and educate you—not just for your first job, but for your lifelong process of career success.
Learn about the different types of reoccurring career readiness events you can participate in or view the events calendar below to see what’s coming up next!
Greenhill Humane Society - Foster and Volunteer Tabling
11:00 a.m.Oct
2
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Greenhill Humane Society provides care and shelter for animals, support and resources for people, and education to promote the humane treatment of animals.
If you're interested in helping the animals in our community, come on out!
This event is hosted by the University Career Center (50 Tykeson Hall).
Questions? Contact Tina Haynes, Employer Engagement Coordinator.
How to: Resume and Cover Letter Tips (Workshop)
2:00 p.m.Oct
5
2:00–2:45 p.m.
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)!
Part-time Job and Work-Study Fair
11:00 a.m.Oct
6
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Looking for a part-time job or want to learn more about work-study opportunities? Stop by the Part-Time Job and Work-Study Fair, Tuesday, October 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the EMU Ballroom to meet dozens of local and on-campus employers ready to hire today! Bring your resume and apply on the spot, or just look around and learn more about the great ways you can get work experience and build career readiness skills during your time at the UO.
FYI: Work-Study is a specific type of part-time job available to students based on financial need. If a job says it requires Work-Study, you must have accepted an award on Duckweb. To learn more about the program and how to find your award, check out https://career.uoregon.edu/jobs-and-internships/work-study
There will still be LOTS of jobs at this event that do not require work-study in order to apply--something for everyone!
Register in Handshake to keep up to date on which employers are coming to the fair and what jobs you can be applying for!
IntroPUPtion: Peace Corps and Pups
2:00 p.m.Oct
8
2:00–4:00 p.m.
Come hang out with therapy dogs from F.E.T.C.H. and your on-campus Peace Corps recruiter!
The start of a new school year can be stressful, so take a moment to stop by and learn about all the places your degree can take you with the Peace Corps and pet a dog.
How To: Find a Part-Time Job (Workshop)
2:00 p.m.Oct
12
2:00–2:45 p.m.
So, you need to find a part-time job, like ASAP? On- and off-campus jobs and work-study experiences help you gain new skills, make connections (and money!), and add valuable work and career readiness competencies to your resume. There are all kinds of opportunities out there—you just have to know how, when, and where to find them!
Join us for a crash course in local and on-campus job search strategies and LOTS of personalized advice to help you stand out in the crowd. Let's do this!
Resume Extravaganza! (Drop-In Resume Reviews with Career Coaches & Peer Coaches)
11:00 a.m.Oct
14
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Fall Career & Internship Expo on 10/22? Drop-in with a career readiness coach or peer coach in Tykeson Hall Commons to get feedback on your resume! Free cookies & hot chocolate too :)
Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
This University Career Center event is part of the 2026 Fall Career Readiness Week sponsored by Enterprise Mobility. To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events
2027 Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program Info Session
5:00 p.m.Oct
14
5:00–6:30 p.m.
Follow your dreams and explore Japan!
The JET Program is a competitive employment opportunity that allows young professionals to live and work in cities, towns, and villages throughout Japan. Being a JET is a chance to teach English and represent the United States as a cultural ambassador to Japan. Most participants serve as assistant language teachers (ALTs) and work in public and private schools throughout Japan; some work as coordinators for international relations (CIRs) as interpreters/translators.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in any field by the time of departure for the program and coordinators for international relations must also have a high level of proficiency in the Japanese language.
Gain valuable insights into how to submit a strong application. Before attending the info session, please watch an important video on how to write a great JET statement of purpose.
To speak with a JET Program representative contact Matt Turner at: matthew.turner@se.mofa.go.jp
More information and application available at: JET Program USA – The Experience of a Lifetime
This event is hosted by the UO Career Center. Please contact Tina Haynes, Employer Engagement Coordinator, with questions.
Peace Corps Application Workshop
2:30 p.m.Oct
15
2:30–4:30 p.m.
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.
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
16
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 coming soon!
Career Tour-Tech + Design Edition
8:45 a.m.Oct
16
8:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Creativity and technology can go hand-in-hand! Let's meet some Oregon companies that are innovating across industries (tech, video game design, web/graphic design, UX, government, & more! ) AND explore Eugene all at the same time! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore!
Students will have the opportunity to tour local companies passionate about creating innovative solutions for complex problems, and helping YOU learn more about all the different types of job functions needed to keep this growing industry booming. They are excited to introduce you to careers and internships at their companies, meet alumni and leaders, and show off some of their innovations in action! This event is FREE, open to all majors, faculty/staff, and bring a friend! Register on Handshake to save your spot & get updates! Our last tour had a waitlist, so sign up today!
OUTLINE OF TOUR:
Meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby (near Matt Knight Arena Duck Statue) NO LATER THAN 9am; We'll walk over to the bus stop (Agate) to catch the EMX to downtown Eugene. All our sites are within walking distance of one another, so be prepared to get some exercise! While at the stops, you'll get an opportunity to tour their facilities as well as meet with leaders in the field. At 1 we'll be done with the tour and you can stick around downtown to keep exploring and grab lunch OR a group will be getting on the bus to head back to campus you can join.
ABOUT OUR TOUR STOPS:
Pipeworks Studios Video Game Developers of awesome apps and well-known video games like Madden 24 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Learn about creative careers, project management, and see behind the scenes at one of the coolest workspaces in Eugene.
Avant Assessment builds and delivers ever more effective assessments of real-world proficiency. They’ve expanded their offerings to support all areas of language acquisition with professional learning for world language and dual language educators in addition to Mira, the newly released AI-based language learning app.
Lane County Government Technology Services: featuring Mark Davis for an inside scoop on the Eugene Tech community Open Eugene: community connectors providing access and opportunities to create, collaborate and innovate to solve problems and invest back into the community.
NOTE: make sure you have your FREE LTD bus pass loaded on your phone https://transportation.uoregon.edu/bus
questions, email htate@uoregon.edu for more info or if you don't have a Handshake account and want to join us!
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
19
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 coming soon!
Curious about the Fall Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info-Session)
noonOct
19
noon
Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Fall 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 2026 Fall Career Readiness Week. http://career.uoregon.edu/events
How to: Job Searching & LinkedIn (Workshop)
2:00 p.m.Oct
19
2:00–3:00 p.m.
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.
Where: University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P
Job Shadow Day Info Session
4:00 p.m.Oct
19
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Interested in exploring career possibilities? Join us to learn about Job Shadow Day. This unique opportunity connects students with local professionals for a day of workplace observation, career exploration, and networking.
At this info session, you'll learn:
- What Job Shadow Day is and how it works
- How to apply and get matched with a site host
- What to expect during your shadow experience
- Tips for making the most of your day
Whether you're exploring career options, curious about a particular industry, or looking to gain firsthand insight into the world of work, this session will help you take the next step with confidence.
Hosted by: CAS CareerLab Open to: All CAS undergraduates
✨ Spots are limited. Come find out how to apply and get matched!
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
20
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 coming soon!
Your Future in Sustainability (Career Panel + Networking)
4:00 p.m.Oct
20
4:00–6:30 p.m.
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:
- Bring
- Nearbynature
- Wild Rockies Field Institute
- Northwest Youth Corps
- Cascade Raptor Center
- AND MORE COMING SOON!
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.
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
21
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 coming soon!
Peace Corps Coffee Chat
10:00 a.m.Oct
21
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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)
2:00 p.m.Oct
21
2:00–3:00 p.m.
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 U.S.-style interviews. No prior experience needed!
Come hang out in person at the University Career Center, Tykeson Hall, Garden Level 50P.
This workshop is hosted by the University Career Center's Career Readiness Coaching team! To learn more about career coaching, drop-in peer advising, and other career readiness workshops and events visit career.uoregon.edu/coaching or stop by the UCC in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level
The University Career Center gives a special thanks to Enterprise Mobility for sponsoring all of our Fall Career Readiness Week events and workshops!
To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
22
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 coming soon!
Fall Career & Internship Expo PREVIEW & TOUR!
11:15 a.m.Oct
22
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 Fall Career & Internship Expo 10/22 from noon to 4pm? click here
The University Career Center gives a special thanks to Enterprise Mobility for sponsoring all of our Fall Career Readiness Week events and workshops!
Fall Career & Internship Expo
noonOct
22
noon
Why YOU should come to this Expo...
- You're curious about your future. Explore different career paths and job roles across industries. EXPOse yourself to unique career pathways that can use your career readiness skills and passions to make an impact in the world.
- You want to make connections. These organizations LOVE to hire Ducks and want to help you find your career fit. You might even meet UO alumni recruiting for them at the expo. Ask a recruiter what career readiness skills you can be building now to make you a top candidate in the present or future (and add them to your Linkedin network for future connections!).
- You want to find a job, internship, year of service, volunteer opportunity, and more! If you're actively job searching, have your resume ready to hand out and a short and sweet synopsis about yourself and your professional interests ready to go! If you're just exploring options, collect contact info, do some additional research, and do an informational interview to learn more before you apply.
- You want to build your confidence! Practice asking questions of employers AND sharing about who you are and what you're passionate about. Every expo you attend and each time you approach a recruiter, you get more and more comfortable presenting yourself in a professional manner.
WHO'S COMING? 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. Open to students from ALL majors, classifications, and identities. Every expo looks a little different so come each term to keep exploring and expanding your career opportunities!
WHAT NEXT? Register for the Expo on Handshake today to learn about all the companies coming, and positions of interest you can be researching. We'll also send you tips and advice for how to make the most of the expo, including Career Readiness Week workshops like our Resume Extravaganza so you can have a great resume to hand to potential employers!
The University Career Center thanks Enterprise Mobility for sponsoring all our Fall Career Readiness Week events and workshops! Special thanks to our Expo Sponsors: COMING SOON
For a full list of Fall Career Readiness Week (October 16-23) events and workshops, check out http://career.uoregon.edu/events
BizCareers in Marketing, Sales, and Analytics
6:00 p.m.Oct
22
6:00–8:00 p.m.
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 for your next steps or the near future! Spots are limited so early registration is encouraged.
BizCareers in Marketing, Sales, and Analytics is a unique recruiting event facilitated by the Lundquist College of Business, not a career fair, but focused industry hiring and insights. If you are ready to apply and land your summer internship or post-grad role—or to make an impression and learn what it will take in the following year—be sure to attend!
This is a recruiting event. Use this as a chance to explore how your interests align with each company's roles, culture, and career paths. Come prepared with research on each company, an updated resume, and clear talking points about your interests and skills. Attend a preparatory session, meet with an advisor, or visit drop-in advising in Lillis 155.
Attending companies are limited to 8 to 10 who are actively hiring for internships or college grad roles for the 2026–2027 cycle. Many companies are offering multiple openings or cohort-style hiring, meaning strong chances for placement. Round robin format rotations through up to 8 sessions with small groups of 20 to 25 students will allow for focused time with hiring teams. Each session may also include an informative talk, meet and greet, or question and answer session depending on the company.
Be sure to attend the follow-up opportunity the next morning (October 23) at BizCareers Breakfast, an open networking session from 9:00–10:00 a.m. in the atrium of the Lillis Business Complex to continue building relationships with recruiters from the event. Demonstrate your interest, commitment, and initiative!
Companies in attendance to be announced—check back in September!
Fall Career Readiness Week (Oct 16-23)
Oct
23
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 coming soon!
How to: Resume and Cover Letter Tips (Workshop)
2:00 p.m.Oct
29
2:00–2:45 p.m.
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)!
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