Ohio University's career events provide you with opportunities to network with employers in a variety of industries. Build meaningful connections with employers no matter where you are in your career journey. Whether you're actively searching for jobs/internships, or you're exploring industries and possible career paths, attending a career event can help you achieve your goals.
Spring Career and Internship Fair
Wednesday, March 19
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Ping Recreation Center, Athens campus
Network with employers right on Ohio University's Athens campus at the bi-annual Career and Internship Fair. Employers representing a diverse array of industries travel from across the country to recruit Ohio University students and alumni. Connect with recruiters, explore industries, and practice your networking skills while seeking an internship or job. Pre-registration for this event is not required to attend.
Education Career Fair
Wednesday, April 2
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Baker University Center Ballroom
Network with schools and school districts from across the country on Ohio University's Athens campus at the annual Education Career Fair. Connect with recruiters, explore opportunities, and practice your networking and interviewing skills all in one day.
Itinerary
8:30 - 10 a.m. Open Networking and Interview Sign Ups
10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Interviews
IMPORTANT:Please arrive by 8:30 a.m. to maximize your networking time and to sign up for interview time slots with your employers of interest. This is not a come and go event.
What to Expect
In-Person Career Fairs
First time attending? Here's what to expect! At an in-person career fair, employers have tables set up in a room. Students go from table to table to learn more about companies, open job/internship positions, and possible career paths. We recommend bringing copies of your resume and dressing to impress .
Virtual Career Fairs
Virtual Career Fairs take place through Handshake's virtual fair platform, where you can interact with recruiters through audio, chat, and videoconferencing. Registration is required to attend virtual career fairs. After you register for the fair, you'll be prompted to sign up for 30-minute group/information sessions and 10-minute one-on-one sessions with companies that interest you. Sessions are first-come, first-served, but we also recommend revisiting your schedule closer to the event, as employers add new sessions frequently.
To make the best impression, Career Services recommends:
- Updating your Handshake profile
- Attaching your resume to your Handshake profile
- Testing your tech ahead of time
- Finding a quiet place free from distractions
Career coaches are available to review resumes, share networking tips, and more.