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Monday-Friday: 10 am–12 pm and 1–4 pm
Contact:
Fernando, Gihan S
Assistant Vice Provost
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Career Center 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016-8033-8011 United StatesEducational Career Programs and Events - Spring 2025
Download the Spring 2025 Educational Career Programs and Events.
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Events: Details & Registration Links
Career Center Programs, Workshops & Events
Programs, Workshops, & Events
🎓 Spring 2025
Signature Series Events
- Job Search Strategy | Monday, January 27 | 4PM | In person – Butler Boardroom
- Resumes and Cover Letters | Thursday, February 6 | 6PM | Zoom
- Personal Branding & LinkedIn | Wednesday, February 12 | 4PM | In person – MGC 307
- Networking | Wednesday, March 19 | 4PM | In person – Letts Formal Lounge
- Interviewing | Tuesday, April 8 | 12PM | In person – MGC 307
Internship Workshop Series
- Internship Workshop 1 - Government & Public Affairs, Justice & Law, International Affairs | Wednesday, January 15 | 6PM | In person – MGC 307
- Internship Workshop 2 - STEM and Psychology | Tuesday, January 21 | 6PM | In person – Butler Boardroom
- Internship Workshop 3 - Social Sciences, Education, Humanities, Communication, & Arts | Wednesday, January 22 | 6PM | In person – MGC 327
Job Fair Prep Events
- Job Fair Prep: Getting Ready for the Fair (General Tips & Resumes) | Wednesday, March 26 | 12PM | In person – Butler Boardroom
- Job Fair Prep: Elevator Pitches & Approaching Employers | Thursday, March 27 | 6PM | Zoom
- Job Fair Prep: Virtual Resume Station | Monday, March 31 | 2-5PM | Zoom
- Job Fair Prep: In Person Resume Station | Tuesday, April 1 | 1-4PM | In person – AU Career Center
Pre-Law Events
- Considering Law School? | Monday, February 17 | 6PM | In person – MGC 305
- Applying to Law School: What to do and when to do it | Wednesday, February 18 | 6PM | In person – MGC 305
You can download the Fall 24 Programs, Workshops & Events Flyer.
You can watch recordings of past workshops on our YouTube channel.
Career Fairs and Networking Events
Spring 2025 Career Fairs and Networking Events
Coming Soon
🎓 Fall 2024
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Part-Time Employment Job Fair | Wednesday, 9/4 | 1-3:30 PM | MGC Tavern
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Kogod Career Expo and Reception | Tuesday, 9/10 | 2-7 PM | WCL Campus
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Fall 2024 Job & Internship Fair | Wednesday, 9/18 | 1-4 PM | Bender Arena
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Language & Global Opportunities Career & Internship Fair | Wednesday, 10/9 | 12-4 PM |
Adele H. Stamp Student Union, University of Maryland – College Park
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Nonprofits Making a Difference Networking Reception | Tuesday, 10/15 | 4:30-6:30 PM | Constitution Hall
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National Security & The Intelligence Community Networking Reception | Tuesday, 11/12 | 4:30 – 6:30 PM | Constitution Hall
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DC Area International Student & Alumni Career Fair | Tuesday, 11/19 | 1-3 PM | Virtual (Registration Coming Soon)
In addition to the fairs listed below, visit Handshake Events and filter for "Career Fair" under Category to find more.
Employer-in-Residence
Spring 2025 Employer-in-Residence
Coming Soon
🎓 Fall 2024
Meet 1:1 with an organization representative. Schedule your appointment and see who's coming through Handshake.
Spaces are limited. Slots open at 9 a.m. two weeks before the event. Please review our program policies and to learn how to sign up for these opportunities.
If an EiR is full or you cannot attend the date, still click 'Apply' in Handshake to be placed on the wait list and send a copy of your resume to the employer.
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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory | Thursday, 9/19 | 9-11:20 AM | AU Career Center
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Peace Corps | Tuesday, 9/24 | 10-2 PM | AU Career Center
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Google | Friday, 9/27 | 10-2:20 PM | Virtual
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U.S. House of Representatives | Tuesday, 10/1 | 10-3 PM | AU Career Center
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Social Security Administration | Monday, 10/7 | 2-4 PM | AU Career Center
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Gallup | Wednesday, 10/9 | 2-5 PM | AU Career Center
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Teach For America | Tuesday, 10/15 | 11-2 PM | AU Career Center
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U.S. Government Accountability Office | Tuesday, 10/22 | 1-4 PM | Hybrid – AU Career Center and Zoom
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U.S. Department of State | Thursday, 11/7 | 12-4 PM | AU Career Center
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Federal Emergency Management Agency | Thursday, 11/14 | 10-3 PM | Virtual
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U.S. Department of State | Wednesday, 11/20 | 10 – 5 PM | AU Career Center
Employer Meet-Ups & Webinars
Spring 2025 Employer Meet-Ups & Webinars
Coming Soon
🎓 Fall 2024
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U.S. Patent and Trademark Office | Thursday, 9/12 | 5-6 PM | MGC 307
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Wednesday, 9/25 | 1-2:30 PM | Butler Board Room
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U.S. House of Representatives | Tuesday, 10/1 | 4-5 PM | Butler Board Room
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Peace Corps | Tuesday, 10/8 | 12-1 PM | MGC 307
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T. Howard Foundation | Tuesday, 10/8 | 2-3 PM | MGC 307
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Gallup | Wednesday, 10/9 | 12-1 PM | Butler Board Room
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Gallup Site Visit | Thursday, 10/10 | 11-1 PM | Gallup World Headquarters
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Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency - America's Gatekeeper: Information Session | Wednesday, 10/23 | 12-1 PM | Virtual
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Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency’s Navigating the Clearance Process Presentation | Thursday, 10/24 | 12-1 PM | Virtual
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Intelligence Community: Information Session | Tuesday, 10/29 | 1-2 PM | Butler Board Room
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To maintain confidentiality, we will not list the name of the specific organization hosting this session in writing. Please call our office at (202) 885-1804 where we will reveal the organization name upon request.
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Intelligence Community: Resume Workshop | Tuesday, 10/29 | 2:30-4 PM | Butler Board Room
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To maintain confidentiality, we will not list the name of the specific organization hosting this session in writing. Please call our office at (202) 885-1804 where we will reveal the organization name upon request.
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U.S. Department of State | Thursday, 11/7 | 4-5 PM | Butler Board Room
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Peace Corps: Application Workshop | Thursday, 11/21 | 12-1 PM | Butler Board Room
Students can view opportunities to meet with employers in Handshake. Events are updated daily.
Previously Recorded
Missed a webinar? Check out our YouTube channel for recordings. Here are some of our featured playlists:
Spring 2023 Career Readiness series - includes webinars on resumes and cover letters, networking, virtual interviewing and more.
Hot Topics for Career Success - 5-10 minute videos on a variety of career topics.
Peer Advisors Present - let our Peer Advisors guide you through Handshake, QuadJobs, and other Career Center resources.
Career Guides by Major
Not sure what your career path might be, or how your major can help you get there? Use our career guides to explore the skills you'll develop through your coursework, how you can apply them in a variety of fields, and where to learn more about industries related to your major.
Partner with Us!
Students, if you're interested in co-sponsoring an event with the Career Center or would like to request a workshop for your organization or club, please fill out this event request form.
To learn more about how the Career Center can support or enhance your work in and out of the classroom, please contact Elizabeth Romig.
Video - How to get to the AU Career Center
Located on the 5th floor of the Butler Pavilion, our staff warmly welcomes students. Our commitment extends beyond just being a resource for perfecting resumes or interview practice; we strive to offer comprehensive guidance through every facet of the career journey.
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