Center for Career Development

Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. Stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary. 

Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. Stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary. 

Career related questions? Drop in with quick career related inquiries, no appointment necessary. 

Your résumé is more than a list of experiences; it's a way to tell your story and highlight the skills that make you unique. In this workshop, you'll learn how to craft a clear, professional resume that showcases your strengths, connects your experiences to future opportunities, and highlights your potential. Whether you're applying for research, internships, student leadership positions, or jobs, this session will give you the tools to present your story on paper. Career Competencies (skills) that this event may help you develop include Communication, Career & Self-Development, and Technology. This event is part of the Month of Discovery: https://discovery.fyp.uconn.edu/ (https://discovery.fyp.uconn.edu/)Registration is not required; however if you would like this event added to your calendar, please go here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events/30006101301055)

Each fall, the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills holds a "Pathways to Healthcare" panel that features 4-5 UConn alumni who are currently working in healthcare and did not attend med school, dental school, PA school, or nursing school. These fantastic alumni share insight onto how they decided on their own career paths, what they did while still in college to gain experience, and how they transitioned into their current role post-graduation.

Looking for ways to become more proactive in your internship/co-op search? Join BSOUL in learning about current hiring trends, how to efficiently research your desired company, and how to stand out in the hiring process!

Mario Castiello, Registered Nurse at Yale New Haven Health System and Middlesex Hospital & graduate of UConn's Accelerated Second Degree CEIN/BS Program will be speaking on career path to nursing, tips for communication in professional healthcare setting, and relevant advice for students entering the healthcare field.

🎬 Scream Careers: Unmasking Your Future in Film Kick off Halloween with UConn Hartford and Hartford Public Library! Start the afternoon with a fun Trivia Interlude (2:30–3:30 pm) hosted by UConn Hartford USG and the Afro-Scholars Association—test your spooky knowledge, win prizes, and get into the Halloween spirit. (Trivia open to UConn Hartford students only). Then, settle in for a special screening of The Ring (2002) (3:30–3:45 pm start). Free popcorn and candy will be available, plus a Career Exploration Display and a film & thriller-themed book collection curated by the UConn Hartford Library and Hartford Public Library. Register here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events/30006101302593)

Join us for a one-night pop-up celebration of creativity and connection at the UConn Stamford campus. Curated by Tara Blackwell, In Good Company features visual artists from the Greater Stamford community – Lauren Clayton, Samantha Cosentino, Brett Masterson, and Dave Pollard. The evening will include a musical performance by talented students from Intempo and an artist talk exploring the value of community. Artists will share their work, their career journeys, and how being part of a community has shaped and supported their creative growth. The discussion will touch on universal themes that resonate beyond the arts — networking, goal setting, and collaboration. In Good Company offers inspiration and insight into the power of community. 

Career related questions? Drop in with quick career related inquiries, no appointment necessary. 

Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. This is your chance to stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary. 

In today's competitive academic and professional landscape, a strong personal brand is essential. This session is designed to help graduate students from diverse disciplines understand the fundamentals of personal branding and how to effectively articulate their unique value proposition both on-line and off-line.See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School. (https://grad.uconn.edu/timely-topics/) Please register (https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/6669c239e126cf013bb99773/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.

Join us for a virtual networking event designed for students and alumni from affinity communities.

Career related questions? Drop in with quick career related inquiries, no appointment necessary. 

Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. This is your chance to stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary. 

The Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills will be reviewing and assisting students with their resume and cover letters to promote career readiness. 

This event will allow students to receive feedback for their résumés & cover letters as they start applying to professional opportunities within a safe space on campus.

Curious about careers in mental health? Join us for a panel discussion to learn about career paths in social work, counseling, and psychology. Hear directly from professionals in each field as they share their experiences, career stories, and tips for students interested in helping others through therapy.

Join fellow CLAS students and alumni for an engaging session focused on building confidence in networking and communicating your value as a liberal arts and sciences student. You'll learn effective networking strategies, craft an elevator pitch that showcases your strengths, and gain firsthand advice from CLAS alumni who have successfully launched their careers. Whether you're just starting to explore career options, considering graduate school, or actively searching for a job or internship, CLAS Career Night is your opportunity to connect, learn, and prepare for what's next. This event will include informative presentations from the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills and CLAS alumni with an interactive workshop and informal networking component. Register here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events/30006101312347)