CAREER CHAT! Building Connections with Employers

Stop by our Career Chat for an informal, flexible opportunity to receive personalized advice on how to connect with employers. Employer partners will be on hand to share tips on how to engage in a conversation with employers, provide you with conversation starters, help you learn how to wrap up a networking conversation, and how to use your new networking skills in your internship or job search.

Ready for Business: Internship 101 Your Launchpad to Career Success

Join us on Tuesday, October 14th from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm for an interactive workshop designed for business college students who want to better understand internships and their role in career development. You will learn what internships are, why they matter, how they can build professional skills and networks, and practical strategies for finding and securing one. The session will also cover the pros and cons of earning academic credit for internships to help students make informed decisions that align with their goals.

What You’ll Learn:

CAREER CHAT! Resume Tips & Insights

Stop by our Career Chat for an informal, flexible opportunity to receive personalized advice on crafting a standout resume! Our employer partners will provide valuable insights into what companies look for in resumes, key industry-specific skills, and how to highlight relevant experiences. You will have a chance to ask questions, gain tips on tailoring your resume to match job requirements, and learn how to make your marketing materials more attractive to hiring managers.

CAREER CHAT! Exploring Career Options & Interests

Participate in our Career Chat to uncover career opportunities matching your interests. Our employer partners will be on hand to engage you in conversation about your passions, your interests, and your strengths, and help you explore career paths. Finding a rewarding career starts from the inside out, so stop by and let your employer partners and career advisors help you on the path to career success!

CAREER CHAT! Job Search Sprint

Need help looking for an internship or job? Stop by our Career Chat to talk with our employer partners and pick their brain on strategies you can use to secure that internship or land your post-graduation position! Bring your resume, ask questions, and learn from our employer partners on ways you can improve your job search and obtain that position you’re looking for!

*This session is designed for students seeking employment opportunities, however ALL are welcome! Registration preferred via Handshake.

Thomas W. Brewer, Ph.D. Thomas Brewer, Ph.D., M.Jur, CHC, health policy and management professor and graduate coordinator, and founding member of the Kent State University College of Public Health, has been awarded the 2025 Kent State University Distinguished Honors Alumni award. The Distinguished Honors Alumni award recognizes alumni who have served the Honors College and facilitated increased opportunities for Honors College students. Brewer was honored at the 39th annual Senior Honors Reception on Thurs., April 17, 2025, in the Kent State University Student Center Ballroom. The Co...

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