Career Services news and events
Discover opportunities to connect and grow
Career Services events are designed to bring people together and create opportunities — no matter where you are on your career journey, from exploring options as a student to making moves as an alum or recruiting top talent as an employer. You’ll find the resources needed to connect, grow and succeed, including Career Fairs, networking events, skill-building workshops and employer panels.
Students and alumni can head to Handshake to find upcoming events, connect with employers and explore career opportunities. Employers looking to post events or recruit top Vandal talent can visit our employer support page to learn how to submit their events to Handshake and engage with the best U of I candidates.
Explore our signature events
Career Fair: Oct. 8
Showcase your skills and experiences while exploring potential full-time, internship or co-operative learning, seasonal job or graduate school opportunities. Meet and connect with organizations that want to recruit and hire Vandal students and alumni.
Career Services experiences
Vandals on the Move
These stories feature Vandals who used college experiences to shape their careers. Many took part in Career Services events to gain skills and get ahead. See past recipients to learn how being a Vandal helped them succeed.
Career Impact Award
This awards honors one faculty and one staff member annually for their exceptional support of U of I students’ career success. The award is open to all U of I employees (excluding Career Services staff), and nominations are submitted from students and alumni. Recipients will receive a monetary prize, recognition and a plaque from Career Services. View past recipients and learn about their impact.
Intern of the Year
Career Services annually recognizes an intern who has demonstrated outstanding growth, initiative and leadership throughout the year. View past recipients to see the amazing Vandals who have been honored.