Center for Career Development

Our MSW program prepares students who are passionate about helping others to promote social, racial, and economic justice, and to advocate for improved social policies and services. Join us at this session for conversations about how you can combine your passion with a degree in social work to make change for Individuals, groups, communities and the world. We will discuss the curriculum and different pathways in the program as well as the Hartford, Stamford and online campus options.

Our MSW program prepares students who are passionate about helping others to promote social, racial, and economic justice, and to advocate for improved social policies and services. Join us at this session for conversations about how you can combine your passion with a degree in social work to make change for Individuals, groups, communities and the world. 

We have structured the event to have a setting ideal for impactful and informative conversations with top Business employers who are actively hiring. Learn about incredible internship, co-op, and full-time opportunities!*no pre-registration is required* check-in upon arrival. All majors are welcome! If you require an accommodation to participate in an event, please contact the Business Career center at recruit@business.uconn.edu

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. 

Don't wait until you get an offer! Join this session led by Kay Gruder, Associate Director of Graduate Student and Postdoc Career Programs & Services with UConn's Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills, to learn how to approach job offers with an understanding of negotiating key elements like salary, sign-on bonuses, moving costs, growth opportunities, etc. We will also dive into communication techniques that will help you express your needs and value to the employer. And with GenAI as a resource, you will see how you can strengthen your negotiation abilities. Job offer negotiation does not have to be an awkward or uncomfortable conversation. 73% of employers anticipate salary negotiation for job candidates and in a 2022 report by Fidelity Investments, 87% of professionals ages 25 to 35 who countered on salary, other compensation or benefits, or both pay and other compensation and benefits got at least some of what they asked for.See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School. (https://grad.uconn.edu/timely-topics/) Please register (https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/636957bead4b66cb6fe9611e/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.

Get ready for an amazing opportunity! The Prepare for the Fair Mixer is the perfect way to prepare for the upcoming UConn Stamford Fall Career Fair. Connect with alumni in a relaxed setting. Practice your elevator pitch, ask career questions, and gain valuable advice—all while enjoying refreshments. Hosted by the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills in collaboration with English, HDFS, CASE, RISE, CAPS, and the Honors Program. RSVP on 12Twenty.

Attending a career fair is a great way to connect with potential employers and explore different opportunities. Employers from various industries will be present, offering internships, co-op positions, and full-time job opportunities. Remember to research the participating companies beforehand, practice your elevator pitch, and approach the fair with enthusiasm and curiosity. Dress professionally, bring your resume, and prepare some questions for the recruiters. BE CURIOUS! And encourage your roommate and friends from a club or class to join you! Here is what you can expect on each day. Be sure to check the list of employers often, to ensure that you are there the same day(s) they are. Day 1: STEM Fair (Monday, 9/29) If you're in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), this fair is tailored to you. Explore opportunities in fields like sustainability, software development, data science, biology, chemistry, engineering, and more. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 2: All Majors Fair (Tuesday, 9/30) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, STEM majors or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. This is the day employers looking for both STEM and non-STEM roles will attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 3: All Majors Fair (Wednesday, 10/1) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Register here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101280564)

Attending a career fair is a great way to connect with potential employers and explore different opportunities. Employers from various industries will be present, offering internships, co-op positions, and full-time job opportunities. Remember to research the participating companies beforehand, practice your elevator pitch, and approach the fair with enthusiasm and curiosity. Dress professionally, bring your resume, and prepare some questions for the recruiters. BE CURIOUS! And encourage your roommate and friends from a club or class to join you! Here is what you can expect on each day. Be sure to check the list of employers often, to ensure that you are there the same day(s) they are. Day 1: STEM Fair (Monday, 9/29) If you're in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), this fair is tailored to you. Explore opportunities in fields like sustainability, software development, data science, biology, chemistry, engineering, and more. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 2: All Majors Fair (Tuesday, 9/30) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, STEM majors or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. This is the day employers looking for both STEM and non-STEM roles will attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 3: All Majors Fair (Wednesday, 10/1) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Register here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101280564)

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. 

Attending a career fair is a great way to connect with potential employers and explore different opportunities. Employers from various industries will be present, offering internships, co-op positions, and full-time job opportunities. Remember to research the participating companies beforehand, practice your elevator pitch, and approach the fair with enthusiasm and curiosity. Dress professionally, bring your resume, and prepare some questions for the recruiters. BE CURIOUS! And encourage your roommate and friends from a club or class to join you! Here is what you can expect on each day. Be sure to check the list of employers often, to ensure that you are there the same day(s) they are. Day 1: STEM Fair (Monday, 9/29) If you're in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), this fair is tailored to you. Explore opportunities in fields like sustainability, software development, data science, biology, chemistry, engineering, and more. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 2: All Majors Fair (Tuesday, 9/30) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, STEM majors or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. This is the day employers looking for both STEM and non-STEM roles will attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Day 3: All Majors Fair (Wednesday, 10/1) This fair is open to all majors. Whether you're studying liberal arts, business, or any other field, you're encouraged to attend. All years - whether you're a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between - employers want to meet you. Register here (https://uconn.12twenty.com/events#/events/30006101280564)

The power of visualization can be a key component to manifesting your future goals. Join the Center for Career Development and the Mental Health Resource Center in the MPR for an afternoon of vision board making. A vision board is a tool that can help you to construct and clarify your aspirations and inspire you to be proactive. Learn about the benefits and process of vision board making and goal setting and create your own board to take home. Pizza and materials will be provided.

A successful mentor/mentee relationship can be an incredible asset to your graduate school career. This session will discuss the importance and benefits of curating a mentoring team throughout your time in graduate school, how to identify and approach individuals that will provide the kind of guidance you need, and how to navigate the mentor/mentee relationship. We will discuss how to apply The Graduate School's new Mentee Guide (https://grad.uconn.edu/graduate-students/graduate-student-mentoring-a-mentees-guide/) and share information about the Network for Enriched Mentoring (https://grad.uconn.edu/faculty-staff-resources/network-for-enriched-mentorship/) (NEM).See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School. (https://grad.uconn.edu/timely-topics/) Please register (https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/636957bead4b66cb6fe9611e/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.

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/636957bead4b66cb6fe9611e/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.