Careers on Campus Summit Schedule, February 8

8-9AM Student Check In, Alfond Hall second floor

Please use this time to check in with a representative from the Career Studio. Breakfast will be served and professional staff will be available to answer any questions about the day.

9-10AM Open Kickoff Panel: Adaptability and Career Pivots, Alfond Hall, Viola George Auditorium

Join and learn from members of the greater Saint Joseph’s College community to kick off the day in a discussion around adaptability and career preparation. Panel members will include faculty, staff, alumni, and professionals from the local community.

10AM-2PM Handshake Virtual Career Fair, Alfond Hall, Various Classrooms

The Handshake Virtual Career Fair is a time where employers and students at SJC have the opportunity to meet, connect, and network. Registration on Handshake is required to attend the Virtual Career Fair. We will have representatives from the Career Studio who can help you register. We will have several classrooms reserved if you need a quiet place to attend the Virtual Career Fair.

11AM-12PM Workshop: Writing a Resume, Alfond Hall, 2nd Floor

Looking for assistance with crafting your resume? We encourage you to attend this workshop hosted by our Academic and Career Coaches from the Career Studio to help make your resume the best it can be.

12-1PM Workshop: Writing a Cover Letter, Alfond Hall, 2nd Floor

Looking for assistance with writing a cover letter? We encourage you to attend this workshop hosted by our Academic and Career Coaches from the Career Studio to guide you on writing a stand-out cover letter.

3-4PM Workshop: Career Planning, Alfond Hall, 2nd Floor

Are you having trouble navigating your career path? Join the Career Studio’s Academic and Career Coaches to help you define and chart your career journey at SJC and beyond.

Looking for more information on the Virtual Career Fair happening during the Careers on Campus Summit on Tuesday, February 8? If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Career Studio at careerstudio@sjcme.edu.

Quick Facts & FAQs

• Open to all students and alumni, the Spring 2022 Career Fair will be held virtually and hosted by Handshake.
• Handshake is an online recruiting and job placement platform aimed at connecting college students and young professionals with employers for internship and post-graduation employment opportunities.

What if I do not have a Handshake account?
No worries, Handshake and SJC have partnered to ensure that every student and alumni have access to the platform. Click here to get started today! Additionally, you can use this step-by-step guide to walk you through the process.

How do I register for the Virtual Career Fair?
Once you have signed up for your Handshake account you can register for the Virtual Career Fair here.

What time is the Virtual Career Fair?
The Virtual Career Fair is from 10:00am – 2:00pm.

What if I have class during the Virtual Career Fair?
No worries! You do not need to stay logged in the entire time from 10:00am – 2:00pm. You have the ability to join and leave as you please!

How do I meet with employers?
After you have registered for the fair, start exploring some of the employers that will be attending. Once employers set up their schedule for the event you will have the option to register for 1-on-1 or small group sessions with individual employers.

For more insights, check out Handshake’s Guide to Attending a Virtual Career Fair and Handshake’s Get Hired Remotely Series.