Two virtual career fairs are being held this week, with students of all disciplines from all UC campuses invited.
Today (May 26), the will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., geared toward students seeking STEM career opportunities. And tomorrow (May 27), check out the general for non-technical positions. The two-day career fair offers students a chance to meet nationwide hiring representatives real-time in a live, virtual setting.
HOW TO REGISTER
A CareerEco account is required and can be created while signing up:
- (May 26)
- (May 27)
On Tuesday, technical and scientific internships as well as full-time opportunities are available with a that have registered to participate, such as AT&T, Stanford School of Medicine and Tower Semiconductor. During Wednesday’s UC Wide Virtual Career Fair, like Caltrans, the Peace Corps and the U.S. Department of State are looking for interns and employees.
So how does a virtual career fair work? An employer will host a chat room where participants can ask questions and converse. Students may enter between one to three rooms at a time. Private chatting is also possible between participants and employers. As with any career fair, it’s a good idea to research organizations you might be interested in applying to. It’s also beneficial to read the , and watch by employers and students who have participated. To be especially polished, students can schedule a at the 69³ÉÈË Internship and Career Center.