Presented By: University Career Center
M | PACT: Athletics Fall Career Kickoff - M | PACT: Fall Kickoff
What to Expect at Kickoff
Kickoff includes internship and/or full-time opportunities. 100 different organizations in one evening coming to see you!Kickoff is open to all student-athletes from all schools/colleges . Typically 100+ organizations are interested in all majors. The Kickoff is a first step. You won’t leave Kickoff with a job/internship. You will have a planfor next steps for each organization:
Bring yourThursday calendar to schedule interviews with organizations offering next day interviews
Check Handshake for on-campus interview dates and deadlines with organizations returning to campus later in the semester
Ask about next steps and stay connected with organizations who are not returning to campus
Registration
Registration is through Handshake and on-site the day of the event. Bring your student ID
What to Wear
Expo dressis business professional or business casual. This means:
Masculine: dress slacks and shirt/tie or a business suit
Feminine: dress slacks/skirt and blouse or business suit
Need help building your professional dress closet? Plan to visit the University Career Center Clothes Closet
What to Bring
Copies of your resume…plus a few extrafor organizations you weren’t planning to meet.A folder for carrying your resumes and any informational materials from organizations.No need to bring a cover letter.
Tips from Students
Kickoff can be a bit overwhelming. Use this tips from students to make the most of each day:Be prepared to ask specific questions of different recruiters based on the research you've done on their company""Go in with a game plan because the long lines can be disorienting""Remember people's names from the companies you are interested in. It will make it easier to follow up with them in the future"I would have been less stressed out if I was more organized""Come prepared and knowing what position(s) you are interested in. Most importantly, be able to explain why you're interested in it"
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Got more questions?
If you don’t find what you’re looking for at the Kickoff, come chat with us! The Athletics Career Center offers a variety of services/resources and we can help you map out a job search plan based on yourspecific interests.
NoteAs you consider Handshake postings and events: Job, internship, and event postings are included due to their potential interest to students. Inclusion of a posting does not imply school endorsement of the particular program, opportunity or school/employer described.
Kickoff includes internship and/or full-time opportunities. 100 different organizations in one evening coming to see you!Kickoff is open to all student-athletes from all schools/colleges . Typically 100+ organizations are interested in all majors. The Kickoff is a first step. You won’t leave Kickoff with a job/internship. You will have a planfor next steps for each organization:
Bring yourThursday calendar to schedule interviews with organizations offering next day interviews
Check Handshake for on-campus interview dates and deadlines with organizations returning to campus later in the semester
Ask about next steps and stay connected with organizations who are not returning to campus
Registration
Registration is through Handshake and on-site the day of the event. Bring your student ID
What to Wear
Expo dressis business professional or business casual. This means:
Masculine: dress slacks and shirt/tie or a business suit
Feminine: dress slacks/skirt and blouse or business suit
Need help building your professional dress closet? Plan to visit the University Career Center Clothes Closet
What to Bring
Copies of your resume…plus a few extrafor organizations you weren’t planning to meet.A folder for carrying your resumes and any informational materials from organizations.No need to bring a cover letter.
Tips from Students
Kickoff can be a bit overwhelming. Use this tips from students to make the most of each day:Be prepared to ask specific questions of different recruiters based on the research you've done on their company""Go in with a game plan because the long lines can be disorienting""Remember people's names from the companies you are interested in. It will make it easier to follow up with them in the future"I would have been less stressed out if I was more organized""Come prepared and knowing what position(s) you are interested in. Most importantly, be able to explain why you're interested in it"
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Got more questions?
If you don’t find what you’re looking for at the Kickoff, come chat with us! The Athletics Career Center offers a variety of services/resources and we can help you map out a job search plan based on yourspecific interests.
NoteAs you consider Handshake postings and events: Job, internship, and event postings are included due to their potential interest to students. Inclusion of a posting does not imply school endorsement of the particular program, opportunity or school/employer described.
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