The Lundquist College of Business has more than 39,000 living alumni around the world. These alumni stay engaged on many levels to support and mentor future business Ducks.
To facilitate alumni connections to students, the college launched Lundquist Connect, where more than 1,000 alumni ready and eager to help students on your professional journey.
Lundquist Connect is only accessible to current students, alumni, and friends of the college, and is designed to support your professional advancement through networking and career education.
Job Postings, Job Market Data and More
In addition to Lundquist Connect, our Mohr Career Services team facilitates connections to alumni through the Handshake platform for job postings, registering for career fairs, and special events. Handshake's searchable database of jobs and internships is open to both students and alumni.
Alumni and students can also explore the Mohr Career Services site to access career resources, LinkedIn Learning, and detailed job market trend data by industry and geography.
Upcoming Career Events
Career events are one of the primary ways that students engage with Lundquist College and University of Oregon alumni. Check out some of the upcoming events.
5:00–7:30 p.m.
Looking to meet public accounting firms and industry leaders while learning more about careers in the accounting field?
Beta Alpha Psi invites you to explore a variety of opportunities and career paths at our Meet the Firms event, during which a broad range of public and industry firms looking to hire accountants. This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about a firm of interest, its employees, and any positions they are looking to fill.
Want to learn about accounting careers from professionals prior to the main event or ask questions in an informal setting to settle your nerves? Two panel sessions featuring two different groups of firms will take place simultaneously before the main networking event.
Schedule:
- 5:00–6:00 p.m. – Panel events, Chilies 125 and Lillis 112
- 6:00–7:30 p.m. – Networking event, Lillis Atrium
Make sure you have your resume updated and come dressed in business casual or formal attire.
This is the biggest networking event of the year, so don’t miss out. We hope to see you there!
5:30–8:00 p.m.
Mohr Career Services and the Cameron Center for Finance and Securities Analysis invite you to join one of our most popular events of the year: BizCareers in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate.
This career exploration event features a panel discussion followed by a networking event, during which attendees can connect with company representatives and learn about opportunities in the areas of corporate finance, banking, investments, portfolio management, and wealth management.
Schedule
- 5:30–6:30 p.m. – Alumni Panel Discussion (Lillis 282) Learn about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant.
- 6:30–8:00 p.m. – Networking Mixer (Lillis Atrium) Enjoy refreshments, expand your network of employer connections, and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs.
Space will also be available in Lillis 155 for those who need a quiet space to take a break, reflect, or have a conversation with an attendee. Come to the check-in desk and let us know!
Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking ("connect") events, and the Fall Career & Internship Expo (10/23), 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 Fall 2025 Career Readiness Week sponsor Enterprise Mobility.
FULL SCHEDULE
Career Tour: Tech Friday, October 17th, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby Want to see what it is like to work for some of the most innovative tech companies in Oregon AND explore Eugene all at the same time?! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore!
How To: Job & Internship Search (Workshop) Friday, October 17th, 2pm-3pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Learn strategies for finding and obtaining jobs and internships.
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, October 20th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake for Zoom link) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Fall Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
Ducks in Sales: Career Paths, Progression, and Payoffs (Virtual Workshop with UO Alumni Association) Monday, October 20th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register on UOAA website) Tune in to Ducks in Sales, a virtual panel featuring UO alumni who have carved out successful sales careers in fields like tech, healthcare, finance, and more.
How To: Interviewing (Workshop) Tuesday, October 21st, 11am-12pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Interviews can be nerve-racking, so come learn about strategies to help you feel more comfortable and prepared.
Your Future in Food & Beverage (Panel + Connect) Tuesday, October 21st, 4pm-5pm (Industry Panel), 5:15pm-6:30pm (Networking) Tykeson Hall 1st floor Commons Hear from industry leaders and experts about their career journeys, and how you can be developing the skills and connections today to thrive in limitless roles in this growing industry! FREE FOOD!
Breaking Free from Hurry Sickness (Virtual Workshop with UO Alumni Association) Tuesday, October 21st, 4pm-5pm via Zoom (Register on UOAA website) Are you constantly rushing but never catching up? Join fellow Ducks for a groundbreaking exploration of "hurry sickness"—the hidden epidemic affecting high-achievers everywhere.
Non-Profit Job Shadow Day Interest Meeting Wednesday, October 22nd, 4pm-5pm, Tykeson Commons Curious about what it’s like to work at a non-profit? Come learn about the brand-new job shadow day happening on November 14 that will include networking, mentorship, and career exploration! SNACKS PROVIDED!
Fall Career & Internship Expo: PREVIEW and Tour Thursday, October 23rd, 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.
Fall Career & Internship Expo Thursday, October 23rd, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms 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.
Careers in the Performing Arts Panel Friday, October 24th, 2pm-3:20pm, Frohnmayer 178 Are you passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts? Join us for an informative session tailored just for you! Listen to insights from a diverse panel representing local venues, non-profits, education, performance, and studios.
Quack to the Future: EMU 75th Reunion Student-Alumni Mixer Friday, October 24th, 4:45pm- 6pm, EMU TBD Celebrate the heart of campus with former EMU Board members and alumni. Share your favorite memories as a student on campus and envision the future over light refreshments. RSVP @ Student Alumni Association’s event page!
9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Want to see what it's like to work for some of the most innovative tech companies in Oregon AND explore Eugene all at the same time?! Have we got a Friday morning for you! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore!
Students will have the opportunity to tour local companies passionate about creating innovative solutions for complex problems, and helping YOU learn more about all the different types of job functions needed to keep this growing industry booming. They are excited to introduce you to careers and internships at their companies, meet alumni and leaders, and show off some of their innovations in action! This event is FREE, open to all majors, faculty/staff, and bring a friend! Register on Handshake to save your spot & get updates! Our last tour had a waitlist, so sign up today!
OUTLINE OF TOUR:
Meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby (near Matt Knight Arena Duck Statue) NO LATER THAN 9am; We'll walk over to the bus stop (Agate) to catch the EMX to downtown Eugene. All our sites are within walking distance of one another, so be prepared to get some exercise! While at the stops, you'll get an opportunity to tour their facilities as well as meet with leaders in the field. At 1 we'll be done with the tour and you can stick around downtown to keep exploring and grab lunch OR a group will be getting on the bus to head back to campus you can join.
ABOUT OUR TOUR STOPS: coming soon!
NOTE: make sure you have your FREE LTD bus pass loaded on your phone https://transportation.uoregon.edu/bus
questions, email htate@uoregon.edu for more info or if you don't have a Handshake account and want to join us!
Portland Connected
With more than 10,000 college alumni in the Portland, Oregon, area, we offer ample opportunities for students to connect with the state's business center through site visits, guest speakers, and more. The college maintains an active Portland presence for engaging with alumni in the area through our Sports Product Management (SPM) and Executive MBA programs. Both are housed in our Portland location, which is also home to many college events.
Our SPM program also maintains a mentor program that builds connections to alumni at the more than 800 sports product companies in the metro area. And the Oregon Executive MBA has a vibrant alumni network that counts some of the region's top movers and shakers among its members.