Center for Career & Professional Development

Events

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On Campus Job Fair

Students can find Federal Work Study or on campus employment. These are part-time positions paying $14 to $20 per hour.

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
1:00pm to 3:00pm
FCCI Rotunda


Drop-in Career Coaching

Students can get your career questions answered by a Career Coach. It’s fast. It’s easy. Drop by C 138.  

Every 1st & 2nd week of the month
*Mondays - 11:00am to 1:00pm
*Tuesdays - 12:30pm to 2:30pm
C 138


Coffee and Career Chats:

Grab a cup of Joe! Come as you are to meet with employers who understand your concerns about transitioning from college to career.  This is a cozy & caffeinated atmosphere to chat about power skills, craft an elevator pitch, and learn about internship and job opportunities. 

FCCI Rotunda - Sign-up on usf.joinhandshake.com

Tuesday, September 17, 2024
College of Business
4:15pm to 5:30pm

Monday, September 30, 2024
College of Arts & Science & College of Behavioral & Community Sciences
10:45am to 12:45pm


Career Shadow Day

Join us for a “day in the life” of a professional working in a career of interest.  Students will be matched to board members and community leaders with the area Chambers of Commerce to gain an authentic preview of a career (Limited to 10 – 12 students).

Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce

Friday, October 4, 2024
9:00am to 11:00am: Shadow the professional at their worksite
11:30am to 1:00pm:  Lunch & networking with all participants
Deadline to register Wednesday, September 11, 2024

For more information and to register with this link https://forms.office.com/r/nqvRdnPYxE

Manasota Black Chamber of Commerce

January 24, 2024
*Deadline to register: November 29, 2024

For more information and to register with this link https://forms.office.com/r/fuz3qw3XcD 

Manatee Chamber of Commerce

February 28, 2025
Deadline to register: February 7, 2025

For more information and to register with this link  
https://forms.office.com/r/2VxNNf7xAT


What’s Next Festival: A One Stop Shop for Your Career!

Gain valuable career advice from employers who have once been in your shoes.  This program provides resources to help you be career ready.  Join us for Fun, Food, & Prizes while meeting with those who have once been in your shoes.

Thursday, October 10, 2024
1:00pm to 5:00pm
Selby Auditorium
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Vintage Vibes Mixer

It’s loud! It’s energizing. It’s fun! No preparation necessary.
Alumni will show you how to mix. 

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
12 pm to 2:00 pm
FCCI Rotunda
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Career Fairs

Career Fairs are a great way to make connections with human resource recruiters, to learn about career opportunities with the companies in attendance. Have you ever applied to positions online and never heard back? Career Fairs help you get beyond the application abyss. Find out how to Make the Most Out of Career Fairs.

Students are eligible to participate in Career Fairs hosted on all campuses. Bring several copies of your resume. Dress well. Bring your USF ID.

Career Fairs can be found in Handshake