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Before the pandemic, students and alumni met face-to-face with potential employers during career fairs.

Career Services Hosting Virtual Career Fair for Students, Alumni

As job searching has moved online due to the pandemic, the career fair will help with the search via Handshake from Sept. 29 to Oct. 1.
By Stephanie Fairchild, Social Media Editor • September 29, 2020

The University of Akron Career Services is hosting a virtual career fair, open to all students and alumni, via Handshake from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sept. 29 and 30, then from 2-6 p.m. on Oct 1. With...

Resumes and professional dress attire are required for both the Feb. 11 and 12 events.

Career Services Hosting Internship & Career Fair for Students, Alumni

The event is free and open to those looking for internships and long-term employment, along with those looking to network.
By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor • January 29, 2020

The University of Akron’s Career Services will be hosting an Internship and Career Fair for students and alumni on Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the third floor of the Jean Hower Taber Student...

Students, alumni and faculty will get up to 60 percent off along with free personal shopping services and more during the event.

Several Universities Team Up with JCPenney For 2019 “Suit-Up” Event

Career Services at The University of Akron will be helping students shop for professional attire with a special discount from JCPenney.
By Kaitee Horstmann, Copy Editor • September 16, 2019

Career Services at The University of Akron and JCPenney are teaming up for another “Suit-Up” Event on Sept. 22, where UA and Stark State faculty, students and alumni will get exclusive deals on professional...

Emily Vees, Associate Director of Career Services, is the emcee for the Professional Dress Style Show that featured “models” from Greek Life.

Students learn how to interact with employers

By Preston Davis, Writer • April 18, 2016

University of Akron students had the opportunity to gain helpful skills and engage with local businesses in a professional environment during Career Services’ Etiquette Dinner on April 13 in the Student...

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