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Career Events & Networking Opportunities
Explore Fall 2025 Opportunities with the AU Career Center
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Career Foundations events are a series of workshops/presentations designed to help you build the essential skills you need for any career path.
Small Group Career Advising
Personalized support for up to 4 or 5 students. Get feedback, ask questions, and learn from an advisor and your peers in a collaborative, personalized setting.
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Events: Details & Registration Links
Career Center Programs, Workshops & Events
Programs, Workshops, & Events Fall 2025
CAREER EXPLORATION
- Internship Insider (Workshop) | Thursday, August 28 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 307
- Post-Grad Opportunities Abroad (AU Career Center & AU Abroad) | Tuesday, September 30 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 305-306
CAREER FOUNDATIONS
- Personal Branding + Search Strategies | Thursday, September 25 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 307
- Resumes + Cover Letters | Thursday, October 9 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET | Virtua
- Networking + Informational Interviewing | Wednesday, October 15 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | Butler Board Room, 6th Floor
- Interviewing + Professionalism & Workplace Etiquette | Wednesday, October 22 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET | Virtual
- Personal Branding + Search Strategies | Tuesday, October 28 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET | Virtual
- Resumes + Cover Letters | Monday, November 3 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 30
- Networking + Informational Interviewing | Thursday, November 13 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET | Virtual
- Interviewing + Professionalism & Workplace Etiquette | Monday, November 17 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 307
PRE-LAW EVENTS
- Applying to Law School | Monday, September 29 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | Butler Boardroom 6th Floor
- Considering Law School? | Wednesday, November 5 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | MGSC 327
You can watch recordings of past workshops on our YouTube channel.
Career Fairs and Networking Events
Career Fairs and Networking Events Fall 2025
FALL 2025 PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT FAIR | Wednesday, September 3 | 1- 3:30 p.m. ET | MGSC Tavern
FALL 2025 JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR | Tuesday, September 16 | 1 - 4 p.m. ET | Bender Arena
PREP EVENTS - FALL 2025 JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR
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Readying Your Resume (Presentation/Workshop) | Tuesday, September 9 | 6 - 7 p.m. ET | Virtual
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Advice for Attending & Talking to Employers | Wednesday, September 10 | 12 - 1 p.m. ET | MGSC 327 + Virtual
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Resume + Employer Research Stations #1 | Thursday, September 11 | 2 - 5 p.m. ET | Virtual
- Resume + Employer Research Stations #2 | Monday, September 15 | 1 - 4 p.m. ET | Butler Pavilion 5th Floor
VIRTUAL JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIR | Wednesday, December 3 | 12 - 3 p.m. ET | Virtual on Handshake
NETWORKING RECEPTIONS & PRE-RECEPTION WORKSHOPS
- Pre-Reception: How to Network - Workshop | Tuesday, October 14 | 4 - 4:30 p.m. ET | Constitution Hall
- Nonprofits: Making a Difference Networking Reception | Tuesday, October 14 | 4:30 - 6 p.m. ET | Constitution Hall
- Pre-Reception: How to Network - Workshop | Tuesday, November 18 | 4 - 4:30 p.m. ET | Constitution Hall
- National Security & The Intelligence Community Networking Reception | Tuesday, November 18 | 4:30 - 6 p.m. ET | Constitution Hall
Check back for updates. More dates to be announced soon! Visit Handshake Events and filter for "Career Fair" under Category to find more.
Employer-in-Residence
Meet 1:1 with employer representatives for learning and networking. Schedule your appointment and see who's coming through Handshake. View details about the Fall 2025 Employer-in-Residence schedule here.
Spaces are limited. Slots open at 9 a.m. two weeks before the event. Please review our program policies and to learn how to sign up for these opportunities.
Employer Meet-Ups & Webinars
Connect with employers on-campus and virtually to learn about employement opportunities through these information sessions. Students can view upcoming Meet-Ups in Handshake. Events are updated daily.
Previously Recorded
Missed a webinar? Check out our YouTube channel for recordings. Here are some of our featured playlists:
Career Readiness series - includes webinars on resumes and cover letters, networking, virtual interviewing and more.
Hot Topics for Career Success - 5-10 minute videos on a variety of career topics.
Peer Advisors Present - let our Peer Advisors guide you through Handshake, QuadJobs, and other Career Center resources.
Career Guides by Major
Not sure what your career path might be, or how your major can help you get there? Use our career guides to explore the skills you'll develop through your coursework, how you can apply them in a variety of fields, and where to learn more about industries related to your major.
Partner with Us!
Students, if you would like to request a workshop for your organization or club, please read our expectations for student partnerships and then fill out this event request form.
Faculty and staff, to learn more about how the Career Center can support or enhance your work in and out of the classroom, please contact Emily Lelandais.
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Located on the 5th floor of the Butler Pavilion, our staff warmly welcomes students. Our commitment extends beyond just being a resource for perfecting resumes or interview practice; we strive to offer comprehensive guidance through every facet of the career journey.
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