Attend Career Events & Fairs

Below is a list of all the types of events we organize during the year (typically over 60+ a semester). For specific titles and event information please login to CSO and click on the Career Events section. Some require pre-registration, walk-ins are welcome.

When you talk with an employer or another networking contact, giving them a business card can make a great impression. It is easy to make a business card at home; feel free to use our business card template. For other ideas on how to network, please see the network with professionals section.

Career Fair Tips (PDF)

Events are open to CU-Boulder students and alumni.
Questions? Call our Welcome Desk at 303-492-4100.

• Career Development Workshops (+more...)
  
  Workshops include (Check out the details and pre-register on CSO):
  
  Ace Your Interview
  Hear what employer recruiters have to say about what to expect in an interview, how to prepare, and how to respond professionally and successfully.
  
  Drop-in Resume Critiques with Employers Stop in to have your resume reviewed by a recruiter so that you're ready to get started on your internship/job search. This event happens in the UMC before the Fall and Spring Career & Internship Fair.
  
  Linkin' It Up (Social Media Workshop) In light of our ever changing technological society, the Peer Career Advisors will facilitate an innovative workshop to share resources and opportunities to market your skills using social media. The workshop will focus on the primary social media tools and how to incorporate a professional edge when using these sites. In this workshop, you'll learn about best practices when using Facebook, Twitter, blogs, and personal/professional websites enhance your job search. Additionally, you'll learn how to use LinkedIn to expand your network, find interesting opportunities, and prepare for interviews. Linkin'it up is a great way to keep up with new digital media and learn how to adequately market your skills and experience in a professional manner!
  
  Resume Writing Workshops
  Learn how to write a resume and leave with a great start on your own.
  
  
• Career Fairs (+more...)
  
  Every year, Career Services coordinates several career and internship fairs and events to connect students and employers. This is your opportunity to gather information about fields of interest and specific organizations, build your network of contacts, explore internship possibilities, and learn about post-graduate career opportunities. A majority of organizations at the fairs are currently hiring and those organizations want to stay in contact with students and alumni for future opportunities. Please click one of the links at the bottom of the page for more specific information.
  
  
• Career Panels (+more...)
  
  Career Services coordinates several career panels throughout the year to educate students about career opportunities in various fields / majors: Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Economics, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Sports Industry, Writing, etc. The panelists that serve on these panels are professionals in the community, many of them alumni, who are excited about sharing their experience, wisdom and advice with current students who are exploring their various career options.
  
  
• Employer Information Sessions (+more...)
  
  Presentations are a great way to convey information, in an informal setting, about what it's like to work at a specific company and their available internship and/or career opportunities. Bring questions.
  
  
• Etiquette Series (+more...)
  
  Get ready for recruiting season! This series will teach you all of the ins and outs of professional skills for the job and internship search. Learn how to excel in job search areas like introductions, networking, and interviews. This is a two-part series (appetizers & meals provided) that you don't want to miss! Sign up for both events to make the most of your new knowledge.
  
  
• Guest Speakers (+more...)
  
  Past speakers include: Donald Asher (getting into graduate school expert), Debra Fine (the FINE Art of Small Talk), and Gregg Levoy (Don't Declare a Major, Follow a Calling!).
  
  
• Majors Fair (+more...)
  
  In collaboration with Academic Advising, Career Services provides resources and tips for students exploring majors and connecting interests and experiences to future careers.
  
  
• Networking Events(+more...)
  
  2011-2012 events include: Networking For Your Future (Jan. 24, 2012) - This event has been cancelled, Networking - NOT Working? (Feb. 28, 2012), Technology, Arts and Media Networking (Mar. 14, 2012); Annual Networking Night (Oct. 2011), Diverse Buffs Mixer (Nov. 2011).
  
  This is a great opportunity to meet with professionals working in fields where you can use your major. This is an informal way to learn about a variety of careers. Bring several contact cards with your name and contact information. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! View more event details including pre-registration in CSO under the Events Section.
  Call 303-492-4100 (help desk) with more questions.
  
  
• On-Campus Interviewing (+more...)
  
  Each semester (excluding summer) companies from all over the country come to our campus to recruit CU-Boulder students and alumni. These are arranged by our office, and the interviews are held primarily in the C4C, however, we also arrange interviews that take place in the Leeds Business Career Connections office and in Engineering.
  Resumes are collected for each position in our CSO job system.
  Be sure to check for the deadlines in CSO, so that you don't miss out on any opportunities. Last year, there were 3008 interviews conducted of Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, Masters/PhD students and recent Alumni.
  Fall student teachers and other education students who are ready for immediate employment are encouraged to participate in on-campus interviews in December. Registration is required through CSO.
  
  
• Recruiters Tell All (+more...)
  
  Recruiters from various industries share their preferences & pet peeves about resumes, cover letters, meeting candidates at career fairs and networking events, in interviews, and while handling offers & salary negotiations.
  
  
• Suit Yourself (+more...)
  
  Find a great deal on gently worn men's and women's suits and other professional attire appropriate for the workplace from designers such as Brooks Brothers, Jos.A.Banks, Ann Taylor, Talbots, and many others. See CSO Events for more info.
  
  
• Special Career Related Series or Workshops (+more...)
  
  Past topics include: Public Service Week in October (opportunities to make a difference abroad or in the U.S.), Presentation Series, Job and Internship Search, Interviewing Tips, Careers in the State Department, and Networking Series.
  
  

To request access such as sign language interpreting services, captioning, braille, etc. to a specific Career Services campus event, please email career@colorado.edu (at least 5 business days prior) to let us know and also fill out the Campus Accessibility/Interpreter Request Form.