Thursday, September 23, 2021 – 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Main Lounge, Iowa Memorial Union
This fair will focus on recruiting students typically majoring in Business, Entrepreneurship, Enterprise Leadership, Communication Studies, Journalism, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics and many employers consider ALL MAJORS as well.
Business, Communications & Technology Industry Career Fair (Main Lounge, IMU): Thursday, September 23, 12 – 4 pm
Helping, Health & Public Service Industry Career Fair (Second Floor Ballroom, IMU): Thursday, September 23, 12 – 4 pm
MAPLA Law Expo (Main Lounge, IMU): Wednesday, September 29, 11 am – 3 pm
Virtual HB10+ & MwACE Virtual Fair: Tuesday, October 5, time TBD
Virtual ICR (Iowa City/Cedar Rapids) Collegiate Career Fair: Tuesday, October 11 am – 2 pm
Virtual ALL MAJORS FAIR Career Fair: Wednesday, October 6, 12 – 4 pm
Stop by and learn how to interact with employers and tips for making the most of your time at the fair. Donuts will be served! C310 Pomerantz Center
Top 5 tips for students on preparing for fairs and networking events:
Dress in business casual – no need for a full suit, but dress pants/skirt or khaki/twill, and a dress shirt are welcome – no jeans please – it’s important to dress your best even when attending virtual fairs!
Research companies/organizations ahead of time using Handshake, LinkedIn and company web sites and think of questions you may want to ask.
Update your resume or create one – drop in to meet with a Peer Advisor to have yours reviewed beforehand!
Practice interviewing before fairs – sign up for in-person or virtual Mock Interviews on Handshake or use Big Interview – interview software
Download the Handshake app before the event to favorite companies, see where they are on fair maps and more!
Handshake is a FREE job and internship recruitment online platform used by thousands of employers to hire Hawkeyes like you!
Upload your resume, share your profile and documents with employers, register internships, sign up for mock (practice) interviews – create customized searches for on-campus/student employment jobs, internships and full-time jobs and apply directly through the system!
Schedule an appointment with our Career Coaches and Peer Advisors
Whether you are brand new to navigating the in-person experience, or you’re nearing the end of your college journey, it’s never too early (or too late) to schedule an appointment with a Career Coach at our center.
There’s so much more to explore! Check out our websiteand contact us for help to make sure you get on the right path for the career you want!
Top 5 tips for students on preparing for fairs and networking events:
Dress in business casual – no need for a full suit, but dress pants/skirt or khaki/twill, and a dress shirt are welcome – no jeans please – it’s important to dress your best even when attending virtual fairs!
Research companies/organizations ahead of time using Handshake, LinkedIn and company web sites and think of questions you may want to ask.
Update your resume or create one – drop in to meet with a Peer Advisor to have yours reviewed beforehand!
Practice interviewing before fairs – sign up for in-person or virtual Mock Interviews on Handshake or use Big Interview – interview software
Download the Handshake app before the event to favorite companies, see where they are on fair maps and more!
Handshake is a FREE job and internship recruitment online platform used by thousands of employers to hire Hawkeyes like you!
Upload your resume, share your profile and documents with employers, register internships, sign up for mock (practice) interviews – create customized searches for on-campus/student employment jobs, internships and full-time jobs and apply directly through the system!
Schedule an appointment with our Career Coaches and Peer Advisors
Whether you are brand new to navigating the in-person experience, or you’re nearing the end of your college journey, it’s never too early (or too late) to schedule an appointment with a Career Coach at our center.
There’s so much more to explore! Check out our websiteand contact us for help to make sure you get on the right path for the career you want!
You’re almost to the finish line! Let us know what your post-grad plans are by completing the Post-Grad Survey and enter to win 1 of 10 $20 Target gift cards!
Your feedback helps us better serve future Hawkeyes at the University of Iowa.
Introducing, INTERSTRIDE to the University of Iowa!
Coming soon, the UI will be launching a one-stop-shop that empowers international students.
Using data-driven technology, Interstride has created a portal that provides international students with all the resources they need to transition and thrive in their educational journey abroad.
Employer
Networking Events
Monday:
What: GCIB Regional Showcase & Industry Spotlight
When: Monday, May 10th 2021, 5:30 pm EDT – Thursday, May 13th 2021, 6:00 pm EDT
Interest: Finance
Tuesday:
What: North America Corporate Strategy and General Management Information Session & Program Deep Dive
You’re almost to the finish line! Let us know what your post-grad plans are by completing the Post-Grad Survey and enter to win 1 of 10 $20 Target gift cards!
Your feedback helps us better serve future Hawkeyes at the University of Iowa.
All UI students are welcome to join as a panel of professionals share more about their own experiences leading with authenticity and building community at work. This event will be informal and conversational. Bring your candid questions and look forward to meaningful conversations with others.
YouScience Group Advising Sessions
The Pomerantz Career Center will be offering small group advising sessions that focus on interpreting and utilizing your YouScience results. Each small group session will include up to 8 total students.
If you are interested in attending a small group session, request access to a Youscience assessment and complete the assessment (take 1.5 – 2 hours). Once completed, attend an advising session by clicking on the date and time below to find the registration URL:
Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone.
Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join in the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn some new job search strategies.
Introducing, INTERSTRIDE to the University of Iowa!
Coming next week, the UI will be launching a one-stop-shop that empowers international students.
Using data-driven technology, Interstride has created a portal that provides international students with all the resources they need to transition and thrive in their educational journey abroad.
Employer
Networking Events
Monday:
Authenticity @ Work: How can I feel comfortable and confident showing up with my identities at work?
May 3rd 2021, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
The Career Center offers academic courses on topics such as exploring careers and majors, researching graduate school, professional and life skill development, and for the Certificate in Leadership Studies. Some courses are available online, others in-person, and some are a hybrid combination of both. They carry 1 to 3 hours of academic credit. Information on Career Center courses is available at https://careers.uiowa.edu/students/career-courses.
New for Fall 2021 – Women in Leadership (LS:2020)
Gain an overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership.
LS:2020 Women in Leadership
9:30A – 10:45A TTh S181 PBB
Overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership; women leaders from historical to modern times; focus on exploring obstacles and challenges faced by women in leadership and how people of all genders can work to overcome these barriers. This course also counts toward the Certificate in Leadership Studies.
Unsure what career path you want to take?
Take one of our free career assessments to see career paths that align with who you are!
YOUSCIENCE GROUP SESSIONS AVAILABLE
The Pomerantz Career Center will be offering small group advising sessions that focus on interpreting and utilizing your YouScience results. Each small group session will include up to 8 total students.
If you are interested in attending a small group session, request access to a Youscience assessment and complete the assessment (take 1.5 – 2 hours). Once completed, attend an advising session by clicking on the date and time below to find the registration URL:
CandidCareer.com provides an easy and effective way to explore careers and learn about job search strategies through thousands of 1-2 minute video clips:
♥ Discover career fields that you didn’t even know existed! Industry professionals share their job descriptions, backgrounds and career prep advice.
♥ Hear from industry professionals about what it takes to get hired in their field.
♥ Learn from “Get Hired” advice videos covering interviewing, resume writing, networking and many more topics to help you land that job!
To begin exploring, visit our university page and search the website in several ways:
♥ Keyword (type in top right-hand corner)
♥ Major
♥ Career Title Industry
CAREER TREK: FBI
Sign up for our very first virtual CAREER TREK! On April 28th, members of the FBI will be joining us virtually to discuss what it’s like to work for the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Great for everyone, especially those interested in criminology, forensics, and data security!
Career Treks are designed to give you a practical understanding of daily life in a field of interest and the best way to successfully find a career in that field. Participating students will have the opportunity to expand your professional network, learn more about potential jobs and internships, and find out whether a particular career field matches you interests, skills, and values.
Join us for the last part of our Financial Lunch & Learn Series: Understanding Finances!
April 27, 12-1pm – Understanding Finances: Part IV – Investing Basics (joined by Katelyn Harder of Mutual of Omaha)
Managing Stress in the Job Search Group
Thursdays from 3:30pm-4:30pm
Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone.
Attend the “Managing Stress in the Job Search” group.
Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join in the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn some new job search strategies.
The group will take place every Thursday, but you do not have to make the weekly commitment. Join us when you can and when you need it.
We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.
Each week will require separate registration through MyUI, and feel free to sign up for them all.
The Career Center offers academic courses on topics such as exploring careers and majors, researching graduate school, professional and life skill development, and for the Certificate in Leadership Studies. Some courses are available online, others in-person, and some are a hybrid combination of both. They carry 1 to 3 hours of academic credit. Information on Career Center courses is available at https://careers.uiowa.edu/students/career-courses.
New for Fall 2021 – Women in Leadership (LS:2020)
Gain an overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership.
LS:2020 Women in Leadership
9:30A – 10:45A TTh S181 PBB
Overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership; women leaders from historical to modern times; focus on exploring obstacles and challenges faced by women in leadership and how people of all genders can work to overcome these barriers. This course also counts toward the Certificate in Leadership Studies.
Unsure what career path you want to take?
Take one of our free career assessments to see career paths that align with who you are!
YOUSCIENCE GROUP SESSIONS AVAILABLE
The Pomerantz Career Center will be offering small group advising sessions that focus on interpreting and utilizing your YouScience results. Each small group session will include up to 8 total students.
If you are interested in attending a small group session, request access to a Youscience assessment and complete the assessment (take 1.5 – 2 hours). Once completed, attend an advising session by clicking on the date and time below to find the registration URL:
CandidCareer.com provides an easy and effective way to explore careers and learn about job search strategies through thousands of 1-2 minute video clips:
♥ Discover career fields that you didn’t even know existed! Industry professionals share their job descriptions, backgrounds and career prep advice.
♥ Hear from industry professionals about what it takes to get hired in their field.
♥ Learn from “Get Hired” advice videos covering interviewing, resume writing, networking and many more topics to help you land that job!
To begin exploring, visit our university page and search the website in several ways:
♥ Keyword (type in top right-hand corner)
♥ Major
♥ Career Title Industry
CAREER TREK: FBI
Sign up for our very first virtual CAREER TREK! On April 28th, members of the FBI will be joining us virtually to discuss what it’s like to work for the Federal Bureau of Investigations. Great for everyone, especially those interested in criminology, forensics, and data security!
Career Treks are designed to give you a practical understanding of daily life in a field of interest and the best way to successfully find a career in that field. Participating students will have the opportunity to expand your professional network, learn more about potential jobs and internships, and find out whether a particular career field matches you interests, skills, and values.
Join us for the last two parts of our Financial Lunch & Learn Series: Understanding Finances!
April 20, 12-1pm – Understanding Finances: Part III – Making Smart Money Moves (joined by Bethany Gorsch of Hills Bank and Trust Company)
April 27, 12-1pm – Understanding Finances: Part IV – Investing Basics (joined by Katelyn Harder of Mutual of Omaha)
Managing Stress in the Job Search Group
Thursdays from 3:30pm-4:30pm
Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone.
Attend the “Managing Stress in the Job Search” group.
Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join in the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn some new job search strategies.
The group will take place every Thursday, but you do not have to make the weekly commitment. Join us when you can and when you need it.
We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.
Each week will require separate registration through MyUI, and feel free to sign up for them all.
The Career Center offers academic courses on topics such as exploring careers and majors, researching graduate school, professional and life skill development, and for the Certificate in Leadership Studies. Some courses are available online, others in-person, and some are a hybrid combination of both. They carry 1 to 3 hours of academic credit. Information on Career Center courses is available at https://careers.uiowa.edu/students/career-courses.
Career Leadership Academy
For over a decade, Career Leadership Academy has stood out for its innovative approach to leadership and career preparation. Over 1000 University of Iowa students have participated in this two-part course series, earning academic credit, developing an edge as leaders and connecting with professionals in their career field. For more information, visit https://careers.uiowa.edu/CLA.
Leadership Studies Certificate
Completing the Leadership Studies Certificate is a way students can develop, sharpen, and showcase leadership skills that will serve them for their entire professional career.
Check out the certificate requirements at https://careers.uiowa.edu/students/leadership-certificate#overview.
New for Fall 2021 – Women in Leadership (LS:2020)
Gain an overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership.
LS:2020 Women in Leadership
9:30A – 10:45A TTh S181 PBB
Overview of relevant history, theory, and practice of women in effective leadership; women leaders from historical to modern times; focus on exploring obstacles and challenges faced by women in leadership and how people of all genders can work to overcome these barriers. This course also counts toward the Certificate in Leadership Studies.
A great way to learn about different occupations is to talk with others who work in jobs of interest to you! We call this an informational interview, but that’s just a fancy term for “conversation.” A good time to have an informational interview is over Summer break! People usually enjoy talking about their jobs and like answering questions about their career. Check out our Informational Interviews How To’s to learn more about how to prepare and what questions to ask.
CandidCareer.com
CandidCareer.com provides an easy and effective way to explore careers and learn about job search strategies through thousands of 1-2 minute video clips:
♥ Discover career fields that you didn’t even know existed! Industry professionals share their job descriptions, backgrounds and career prep advice.
♥ Hear from industry professionals about what it takes to get hired in their field.
♥ Learn from “Get Hired” advice videos covering interviewing, resume writing, networking and many more topics to help you land that job!
Check out Thousands of posts from organizations all over the country looking for employees and interns.
That might seem overwhelming, but Handshake’s easy filter system allows you to get to the opportunities that you want, fast and easy. If you haven’t accessed Handshake and completed your profile, why wait?
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network
Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone. Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn new job search strategies. The group meets every Thursday, but a weekly commitment isn’t necessary. Join us when you can and when you need it. We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.
Click the links below to register for each group meeting:
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Pomerantz Career Center in advance at 319-335-1023, careercenter@uiowa.edu
Reserve a room
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319-335-1023.
As of this morning, there were 17,285 posts from organizations all over the country looking for employees and interns. That might seem overwhelming, but Handshake’s easy filter system allows you to get to the opportunities that you want, fast and easy. If you haven’t accessed Handshake and completed your profile, why wait?
Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Military & Veterans Virtual Networking & Career Fair
Apr 13, 2021 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration now open! Hire Big10+ Virtual Career Fair
Apr 20, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Upcoming Mock Interviews:
March 30th | Pella Corporation
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network
Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
Searching for a job is hard. Navigating a job search during a global pandemic can feel even harder. If you are feeling stressed, know that you aren’t alone. Facilitated by Career Center professionals, join the discussion with other graduating seniors, practice stress management techniques, and learn new job search strategies. The group meets every Thursday, but a weekly commitment isn’t necessary. Join us when you can and when you need it. We are here for you and are excited to support you in navigating the transition from college to career.
Click the links below to register for each group meeting:
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Pomerantz Career Center in advance at 319-335-1023, careercenter@uiowa.edu.
Weekly Employer Events
Tuesday, March 30th 2021
UnitedHealth Group – Customer Service Representative Virtual Career Fair
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319-335-1023.
The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program is a 3-step developmental approach focusing on bridging the gap between academics, student employment, career preparation and career readiness. This position will help grow UI STEP, student employment, and professional development programs on the UI campus and will allow the selected candidate the freedom to be creative while being involved in high-level programming scarcely seen on other campuses.
The Pomerantz Career Center is seeking motivated, engaging, and professional applicants to be considered for our Career Peer Advisor internship program. Our Peer Advisors are important members of the Pomerantz Career Center team! Peer Advisors provide staffing for our general drop-in services, review resumes and other professional materials, and assist with office outreach efforts. In addition, successful applicants will have the chance to develop advising skills, enhance public speaking ability, network with professionals, and gain useful knowledge for their own career development. This is a paid internship.
March 24th | Robert Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network
Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.
March 17th | iHeartMedia
March 18th | Alliant Energy, Inc.
March 24th | Robert Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network
Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.
March 17th | iHeartMedia
March 18th | Alliant Energy, Inc.
March 24th | Robert Half (Acc. & Fin)
March 25th | CRST
March 30th | Pella Corp | oration
March 31st | iHeartMedia
April 13th | LaSalle Network
April 21st | CRST
April 22nd | LaSalle Network
Feeling comfortable about your interviewing skills is important and will help you be successful next time you are trying to land that dream internship or job! Participating in Virtual Mock Interviews at the Career Center gives you feedback and experience with an actual recruiter who is volunteering their time to help you prepare for interviews.
RESERVE A ROOM
If you need a quiet space for networking during job fairs, or to have an interview, you can reserve a room at the Pomerantz Career Center by calling 319.335.1023.
Have you registered for the virtual career fairs you want to attend?
Students of ALL MAJORS are welcome to participate in any of these events. Prior to the event, you will need to log in to Handshake with your HawkID and Password, register, and then schedule group and/or 1:1 sessions with the employers you are interested in meeting.
Check out the schedule for this semester and start preparing!
THIS WEEK:
Tippie Tech: Data & Information Job & Internship Fair
Feb 23, 2021 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Business & Entrepreneurship Virtual Job & Internship Fair
Feb 24, 2021 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Helping, Counseling & Public Service Job & Internship Fair
Feb 25, 2021 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Coming later this semester: (Registration open now)
Exploring Careers in Environment & Sustainability Networking Event
Mar 30, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Exploring Careers in Life & Health Sciences Networking Event
Apr 1, 2021 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Learn more about these and other networking opportunities at: https://careers.uiowa.edu/events
Need a quiet space and strong internet connection to attend the virtual fairs?
The Pomerantz Career Center has a limited amount of interview suites available for students to reserve at no fee. Each room has a computer with web cam, as well as space for you to use your own laptop, 2 chairs, and is sanitized between each person.
Contact the Career Center to reserve your room!
(319) 335 – 1023, careercenter@uiowa.edu
HOW CAN YOU PREPARE?
Watch this Video:
Make an appointment with a Career Advisor or a Career Peer Advisor to review your resume.
<<CHECK OUT THIS STUDENT PREP LIST
Register for a Mock Interview
Mock interviews not only prepare you to be a rockstar at your next interview, it connects you with employers and provides you with an extra opportunity to make an impression. It also provides you with golden feedback from the employer which tells you what they are listening for so that you can stand out when talking to other recruiters.
Monday:
What: Brooke Charter Schools Associate Teacher Virtual Information Session
When: Monday, February 22nd 2021, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm EST
Make an appointment with a Career Advisor or a Career Peer Advisor to review your resume.
<<CHECK OUT THIS STUDENT PREP LIST
Register for a Mock Interview
Mock interviews not only prepare you to be a rockstar at your next interview, it connects you with employers and provides you with an extra opportunity to make an impression. It also provides you with golden feedback from the employer which tells you what they are listening for so that you can stand out when talking to other recruiters.
Tuesday:
What: ScribeAmerica Info Session- Feb 16th
When: Tuesday, February 16th 2021, 10:00 am – 11:00 am EST
What: Learn More about the 700+ STEM, Policy, and Technical Internship and Fellowship Opportunities at ORISE with a Spotlight on Programs at the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and ORISE STEM Undergraduate Scholarships!
When: Wednesday, February 17th 2021, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST
On Monday, February 1, all students can login to Handshake and begin registering for our Spring ’21 Virtual Job and Internship Fairs! Students of ALL MAJORS are welcome to participate in any of these events. Check out the schedule for this semester and start preparing!
Welcome back students! We have lots of opportunities for you to take advantage of the first week of classes and beyond!
INTERN READY
Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search?
If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in Intern Ready!
Accelerate your internship search with a free self-paced series available on ICON. In a time that seems chaotic, you still have the power to control where your career goes from here – one step at a time! Get feedback throughout the series from Career Center staff!
This session covers trends for employment and the essential ways that you can assist students with finding opportunities to gain career-building experiences during the winter break and spring semester.
Hear more about current hiring and recruiting trends, learn more about how your student can engage with career services on campus or remotely, explore how your student can prepare for their internship (or job) search over winter break!
This virtual webinar was created for the parents and guardians of current students who are preparing to seek an internship or post-graduation employment or graduate school, but it’s super helpful for students too!)
EMPLOYER EVENTS
Tuesday
Keyot Financial Wellness Series (Part 1/2): How to Grow Your Finances with Next to Nothing
While your ramping up for finals and getting ready to hit the door and head home, we wanted to remind you of some wonderful opportunities that you can take advantage of over winter break. Now is the best time to revise resumes, build your skills, and seek out new career opportunities that will build relationships and put more experience under your belt to help you snag that next big thing after college -a job!
Are you Intern Ready?
Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search? If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in a free self-paced series over winter break. This course is sure to accelerate your internship search and make you #InternReady!
The Pomerantz Career Center presents a free webinar for parents, guardians and caring others:
What’s Next? Helping Your Student Gain Career-Building Experience
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time)
Learn more and have your parents register here.
Apply for Micro-Internships with Parker Dewey
No matter how hard we try to stay ahead of things, our college years come to a close quickly. If you are looking for a full-time job or waiting to hear back from graduate programs, micro-internships can help you gain paid professional experience during the time between graduation and your next endeavor. Visit http://info.parkerdewey.com/uiowa to get started.
Did you know?
Graduates can still meet with a career advisor for up to a year after graduation. Contact the Career Center today to make your appointment at careercenter@uiowa.edu or call (319) 335-1023
Have a Plan? We want to hear about it! Graduates, please take a moment to fill out the Career Center Graduation Survey. Your feedback is essential to supporting our future Hawkeyes!
Last Thursday, you should have received your October edition of Career Center Connection! Be sure to read through those newsletters for lots of important updates and resources that will help get you on your way to your dream job and internship.
As we are coming up quickly to our Thanksgiving break, be sure to take advantage of all of the employer-hosted opportunities that allows you to connect with recruiters and employers in a more personal way.
Stand out among others by looking the part and dressing appropriately for the business and career you want to be in.
Be sure to prepare some good questions beforehand to ask the employer.
Make sure to have your resume on point in case there is an opportunity to share it.
Send a followup thank you to the hosts after the session so that your name will be more most memorable for upcoming opportunities.
Check out these career-related opportunities to meet the employers!
Mock Interviews
Mock Interviews allows you to practice your interviewing skills will real life employers and recruiters who have volunteered to help support our students by providing valuable feedback on ways they can improve interview skills. This fall, Mock Interviews are all held virtually and are registered for by applying through the “Job” search feature in Handshake. Just search for “Mock Interview” in the Keyword Search after clicking on “Jobs”.
Many Shades Of Wine: Exploring Corporate Responsibility with E. & J. Gallo Winery
Tuesday, October 13th 2020, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm EDT
Interest Areas: Internship/Job Openings across all areas of business https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/587169/share_preview
STEP 3: Upload Your Resume. (Click on your name in the upper right hand corner and then “Documents” and “Add New Document”.)
STEP 4: To apply to a mock interview, go to “Jobs” and type “Mock” into the keyword search area.
STEP 5: Click on the title of the mock interview you are interested in and then click “Apply”.
STEP 6: Select the Interview Time. Click “Submit”. Make sure the resume you would like the employer to see is the one that appears in the drop down box.
Learn more about Mock Interviews and register today for a spot to practice your interview skills with these employers
October 7th The Englert
October 8th Accountemps
October 14th Northwestern Mutual
October 20th Northwestern Mutual
October 21st Vibrant Credit Union
October 27th Pella Corporation
Schedule an Appointment to meet with a Career Advisor to discuss the following topics:
What to expect and how to prepare for upcoming interviews or career fairs.
Discuss and receive feedback on your saved Big Interview practice interview.
There are general and topic-specific mock interviews in Big Interview. These include practice interviews for K-12 teaching, graduate school admissions, medical school, dental school, nursing, chiropractic, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physician assistant, physical therapy, podiatry, veterinary school and much more!
Take advantage of our weekly employer-hosted events
The best way to get feedback on what employers are seeking in a candidate is to ask them! Sign up today to attend several of our weekly employer-hosted events where you will get first-hand insight on the best ways to impress the companies you want to work for.
Career Leadership Academy
Handshake is your door to opportunity
Have you registered for the virtual career fairs you want to attend?
