Career Readiness Week on Campus

Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking (“connect”) events, and the Fall Career and Internship Expo that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness.

Here are some events to help you connect with employers throughout the week:

Your Future as an “Analyst” + Connect  
Tuesday, October 22, 4:00 p.m. 
Tykeson Hall, 1st floor Commons 

Hear from alumni, industry leaders, and experts about their career journeys, the future of the “analyst” profession, and how you can be developing the career readiness skills, technical skills, and connections today to thrive in your future as an analyst in any industry! FREE FOOD!  

Industry Bites: Food & Beverage  
Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 p.m.
Lillis Business Complex, Chiles 125 
Interested in exploring a career in the food and beverage industry? Join Mohr Career Services for PIZZA, panel, and conversation with industry leaders. 

Fall Career & Internship Expo: PREVIEW and Tour  
Thursday, October 24, 11:15 a.m.
EMU Ballrooms/Maple Room
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. 

Fall Career & Internship Expo  
Thursday, October 24, 12:00 p.m.
EMU Ballroom 
Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 70+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities. Take part in the Expo Scavenger Hunt to win prizes and have fun conversation starters with employers. Want to make a great first impression?  Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism.  

BizPaths: Panels and Discussions  
Friday, October 25
Virtual via Zoom  
Hear virtually from panels of current Lundquist College of Business students as they share their involvement, internship experiences, and advice for choosing a specific business track. 

  • 9:00 a.m – Accounting 
  • 10:00 a.m – Sports Business 
  • 11:00 a.m. – Operations and Business Analytics 
  • Noon – Entrepreneurship 
  • 1:00 p.m. – Marketing
  • 2:00 p.m. – Finance
  • 3:00 p.m. – General Business & Minors  

Remember – It’s never too early or too late to work on your career. We’re here to support your journey every step of the way. Whether it’s reviewing your resume and cover letter, exploring internship and job search strategies, prepping for an interview, or just talking about careers, we’re here to help!  

Visit Mohr Career Services during drop-in hours Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. in Lillis 155 or book an appointment with a career advisor. 

By Jessica Best (she/her)
Jessica Best (she/her) Director, Career Strategy