Career Fairs and Events
PREPARE TO SUCCEED IN A COMPETITIVE GLOBAL JOB MARKET.
To land your dream job, you need a great resume, superior interview skills, and a well-designed plan. Our Spring 2020 event lineup has something for everyone at every stage of the job search process.
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Interested employers can learn more on the employer events page.
Spring 2020 Events
Resume Review Sessions
January 16 & 27*; February 26 | 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. | B&E 3 rd Floor Atrium
Drop by these open sessions and fine-tune your resume with the help of recruiters and HR professionals. Students in need of a detailed review or those who need help creating an initial resume should schedule an appointment via Handshake.
*The session on January 27 will run from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Mock Interview Days
January 22 & 23 | Various Time Options | Center for Career Development
Mock Interview Days gives students the opportunity to participate in interviews with HR professionals from top organizations while gaining valuable feedback and networking with industry experts.
How to Work a Career Fair Workshop
January 27 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. | Ming Hsieh Hall, G21
The perfect handshake. A compelling elevator pitch. A well-tailored suit. These are just a few of the things that will help students to navigate a career fair. Learn networking tips from employers along with students who landed an internship from a previous career fair.
John Chambers College of Business and Economics Career Fair
January 28 | 1 :00 to 5:00 p.m. | Student Recreation Center
All Chambers College students—freshmen through graduate—are encouraged to attend the career fair to connect with employers from a variety of industries. Attendees will have the chance to meet potential employers, seek on-site interviews, and build their professional network.
STEM Career & Internship Fair
January 29 | 10 :00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Student Recreation Center
The STEM Career Fair connects employers with students who are seeking internships, co-ops, or full-time opportunities in engineering, computer science, or safety management. MIS, Supply Chain, and MBA students are highly encouraged to attend this event as well as the Chambers College Career Fair (though all students are welcome).
JCPenney Suit-Up Event
February 9 | 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. | JCPenney at the Morgantown Mall
Shop exclusive discounts on career and professional attire. Purchase suits, dresses, sport coats, pants, skirts, blouses, ties and shoes to build a career wardrobe.
WVU Career & Internship Fair
February 20 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Mountainlair Ballrooms
The WVU Career & Internship Fair hosts employers from diverse industries, non-profits, government, and military branches. Students will have the opportunity to meet with potential employers, seek on-site interviews and network with professionals.
Eaton Professional Image Dinner
April 8 | 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. | Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place
Connect with employers. Enjoy a delicious meal. Learn to network like a pro.
At this event, you will hears tips for navigating business dinners, networking events, and interview scenarios. You will also learn the different between smart casual, business casual, and professional.
Questions?
Contact Sarah Glenn at sarah.glenn@mail.wvu.edu or Ashley Lesnick at ashley.lesnick@mail.wvu.edu.