The Hawkeye Experience Grant awards stipends in variable amounts (up to $4,000) for undergraduate students at the University of Iowa who are involved in applied learning experiences outside of the classroom.
Student must be a full-time, degree seeking undergraduate student at the UI for one semester prior to the experience and enrolled for the semester following the experience**
Student must have completed at least 38 credit hours by time of application
Must have a UI GPA of 2.0 or above
Student must be in good academic and judicial standing (UI Code of Student Life)’
No outstanding tuition or fees (If you need an exception to this qualification, email jennifer-noyce@uiowa.edu explaining your need for an exception)
International students are eligible. For experiences inthe United States, work authorization and CPT must be submitted to ISSS, and approval must be granted before funds can be released.
Prior recipients are not eligible
**Exceptions will be made for students participating in a required experience for graduation that has time restrictions (ex. Social Work practicums)
Career Fair season has begun! Check out the Career Fair website to see what’s on the docket for Spring 2023!
“How does one prepare for a Career Fair?”
Get your resume ready.
Get help from our Career Advising Peers with updating your resume:
Pomerantz Career Center
Drop-in hours: Monday – Friday, 10 am-2 pm, C310 PC
Then, print off copies and bring them to the Career Fairs you plan to attend.
Download the Handshake App.
Update your profile with your most recent resume
Check out which employers are coming and what positions they are hiring for – Handshake will also showcase the employer map at the event so you can search for their tables and discuss opportunities!
The All Major’s Career Fair on February 22 really is for all majors and you will see a variety of employers attending!
Attend Do’s, Don’ts, and Donuts
Do’s Don’ts & Donuts will not only have free donuts for you to enjoy, but will let you learn all about what to expect at the All Majors Career Fair.
Each week, the Pomerantz Career Center will bring to you several opportunities coming up for students to attend.
Tuesday:
Info Session: Discover Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Be Audit You Can Be
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 1:30pm to 2:30pm
(Virtual) https://careers.uiowa.edu/event/107141/0
Each week, the Pomerantz Career Center will bring to you several opportunities coming up for students to attend!
Topics Include: Risk management, Women in Finance, Sales, Economics, Logistics, Finance, Professional Development, Building Your Personal Brand, Banking, Technology & many others.
Monday
What: SMBC Meet and Greet – Risk Management & Capital Markets
When: Monday, October 17th 2022, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
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!
The Business and Entrepreneurship virtual job and internship fair is this Thursday, 9/24, from 11-4pm. Not sure what the fair is all about or where to even start? Check out these preparation tips from the Pomerantz Career Center, which includes this video on how to navigate the fair. The video also includes information on setting up your employer meetings ahead of time.
The Pomerantz Career Centerconnects with employers who want to hire Hawkeyes and also they provide the services to get you ready for that big interview and for success beyond college in grad school, or the career you choose. Check out some of our virtual events coming up this week, and don’t forget to login to your Handshake account and keep your profile updated!
The Pomerantz Career Centerconnects with employers who want to hire Hawkeyes and also they provide the services to get you ready for that big interview and for success beyond college in grad school, or the career you choose. Check out some of our virtual events coming up this week, and don’t forget to login to your Handshake account and keep your profile updated!
Have you registered for the virtual career fairs you want to attend?
