Alumni Engagement

Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking events, the Winter Career & Internship Expo (1/29), and Practice Interview Day (1/30) that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness. For a full list of workshops, career tours, networking events, resume reviews, alumni panels, and more, visit career.uoregon.edu/events or register for events in Handshake. Why wait?! Stop by the University Career Center in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level ASAP to get drop-in resume reviews and other career guidance to make the most of your Career Readiness Week!

The University Career Center offers a special thanks to our Winter 2026 Career Readiness Week sponsor: Enterprise Mobility!

Resume Extravaganza  Wednesday, January 21st, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor)  Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Winter Career & Internship Expo? Drop in anytime to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!  

Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session  Thursday, January 22nd, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake)  Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program. 

Career Tour: Life Sciences & Beyond!  Friday, January 23rd, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center  Want to see what it's like to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, do scientific research, project management, or even scientific communication. Tour Stops include: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Yogi Tea, & InVivo Biosystems. Lunch included! 

Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session)   Monday, January 26th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake)   Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Winter Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.  

How To: Interview Strategies (Workshop)  Monday, January 26th, 2pm-2:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room)  We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence. 

How To: Resume Writing (Workshop)  Tuesday, January 27th, 1pm-1:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room)  We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume and how to make your experience shine! Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process. Leave with tips to make your resume clean, strong, and job ready! 

How To: Cover Letters (Workshop)  Tuesday, January 27th, 3pm-3:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room)  We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter. Leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you. 

Your Future in Communication (Panel + Networking)  Tuesday, January 27th, 4pm-6pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons  4-5pm: Industry Insights Panel: Hear stories and ask questions of industry leaders who have excelled in their careers as communications professionals. From backgrounds and experiences in advertising, public relations, journalism, and more! Learn about the skills and connections you can develop today to thrive in the future. 

5-6pm: Connect with Employers & Alumni: Grab a snack and rotate through casual small group chats with alumni, professionals, and employers to learn more about their companies, career paths, and get advice about how to find career-building opportunities and connections for your future in the field of Communication. 

GitHub Portfolios for Job Seekers (Workshop)  Wednesday, January 28th, 4pm-6pm, Knight Library-Dream Lab (122)   Learn how to create a free digital portfolio on GitHub to highlight your coding   and career readiness skills for future employers & open-source projects. 

Biz Careers: Marketing, Sales, Operations & Analytics (Panel + Networking)  Wednesday, January 29th, 5:30pm-6:30pm Alumni Panel in Lillis 182 + 6:30-8pm Networking Mixer in Lillis Atrium  Learn from alumni about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant. Immediately after the panel discussion, expand your network of employer connections and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs. 

Winter Expo Preview & Tour  Thursday, January 29th, 11:15am-12pm, EMU Ballrooms/Maple  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. 

Winter Career & Internship Expo  Thursday, January 29th, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms  Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 50+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities—especially internships and summer jobs! 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. 

School of Architecture & Environment Career & Networking Fair  Thursday, January 29th, 11am-3pm, Lawrence Hall   Meet firms in person! Bring your portfolio, be ready to schedule an informational or internship interview. Perhaps you are seeking a job! Meet and talk to firms to establish when they might be hiring. Build your professional network. These firms are ready to mentor and offer internships and job opportunities! 

Winter Practice Interview Day (Drop-Ins Welcome!)  Friday, January 30th, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons      Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback on your communication style, interviewing skills, professionalism, and more.  Get feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches.  

Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session  Friday, January 30th, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake)  Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program. 

Are you a tech-savvy Duck looking to explore career paths? Come meet employers looking to connect with students interested in working in tech! Stop by EMU Redwood (214) anytime between 3-6, ready to learn about new opportunities, and share about your passions and goals with people who could be your future coworkers! Walk away with industry connections, potential job opportunities, and the inside industry scoop on what it takes to land competitive opportunities in this fast-paced industry. Free light refreshments provided! Open to all students and majors! 

WHO'S COMING?

• Amazon Web Services (Technology/Cloud Provider)
• BPM (Cybersecurity Consulting & Assessments)
• CrowdStrike (Cybersecurity)
• IP Services & the IT Process Institute (Cybersecurity) learn more!
• Modern Amenities (Start-up/Call Center)
• Pipeworks (Video Game Development) learn more!
• Proofpoint (Cybersecurity)
• SentinelOne (Cybersecurity)
• SheerID (Marketing Tech)
• State of Oregon - Enterprise Information Services (State Government)
• Zscaler Inc. (Cybersecurity)

Hosted by the University Career Center & School of Computer and Data Science. 

Do you enjoy fast paced, team-oriented work? If so, consulting could be the field for you. Join the Oregon Consulting Group and Mohr Career Services for "What is Consulting?" for the opportunity to connect in-person with high-level consultants from Deloitte, Accenture, Alvarez & Marsal, Pepper Foster, and more.  

Agenda

Industry Expert Panel – 5:00–6:00 p.m. Lillis (room to be announced)

Stop by the industry expert panel to learn from professionals in roles ranging from entry-level to managing director and hear tips on breaking into the industry, insights into their day-to-day, and career advice for aspiring consultants.

Networking Mixer – 6:00–7:30 p.m. Lillis Atrium

Expand your professional network and learn about the field and upcoming opportunities. Consulting is an elusive industry that is competitive to work in. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from others' experience and cultivate connections.

Mohr Career Services invites you to join industry professionals and alumni working in the industry of technology for a panel and conversation. You won't want to miss learning how our guests navigated their career journeys, what helped them stand out and move up, and what the industry is looking for from emerging talent like you.  

Panelists:

• Tim Bradlee - VP & General Manager, Games - Databricks  

• Morgan Mann - VP Operations & Chief of Staff, Common Hardware at Cisco

• Daryl Stone - Director, Marketing Campaign Enablement & Innovation - Microsoft

• Erin Watkinson - VP Services at Plixer