Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking events, the Winter Career & Internship Expo (1/29), and Practice Interview Day (1/30) that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness. For a full list of workshops, career tours, networking events, resume reviews, alumni panels, and more, visit career.uoregon.edu/events or register for events in Handshake. Why wait?! Stop by the University Career Center in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level ASAP to get drop-in resume reviews and other career guidance to make the most of your Career Readiness Week!
The University Career Center offers a special thanks to our Winter 2026 Career Readiness Week sponsor: Enterprise Mobility!
Resume Extravaganza Wednesday, January 21st, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor) Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Winter Career & Internship Expo? Drop in anytime to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Thursday, January 22nd, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
Career Tour: Life Sciences & Beyond! Friday, January 23rd, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Want to see what it's like to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, do scientific research, project management, or even scientific communication. Tour Stops include: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Yogi Tea, & InVivo Biosystems. Lunch included!
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, January 26th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Winter Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
How To: Interview Strategies (Workshop) Monday, January 26th, 2pm-2:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.
How To: Resume Writing (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 1pm-1:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume and how to make your experience shine! Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process. Leave with tips to make your resume clean, strong, and job ready!
How To: Cover Letters (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 3pm-3:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter. Leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.
Your Future in Communication (Panel + Networking) Tuesday, January 27th, 4pm-6pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons 4-5pm: Industry Insights Panel: Hear stories and ask questions of industry leaders who have excelled in their careers as communications professionals. From backgrounds and experiences in advertising, public relations, journalism, and more! Learn about the skills and connections you can develop today to thrive in the future.
5-6pm: Connect with Employers & Alumni: Grab a snack and rotate through casual small group chats with alumni, professionals, and employers to learn more about their companies, career paths, and get advice about how to find career-building opportunities and connections for your future in the field of Communication.
GitHub Portfolios for Job Seekers (Workshop) Wednesday, January 28th, 4pm-6pm, Knight Library-Dream Lab (122) Learn how to create a free digital portfolio on GitHub to highlight your coding and career readiness skills for future employers & open-source projects.
Biz Careers: Marketing, Sales, Operations & Analytics (Panel + Networking) Wednesday, January 29th, 5:30pm-6:30pm Alumni Panel in Lillis 182 + 6:30-8pm Networking Mixer in Lillis Atrium Learn from alumni about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant. Immediately after the panel discussion, expand your network of employer connections and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs.
Winter Expo Preview & Tour Thursday, January 29th, 11:15am-12pm, EMU Ballrooms/Maple First Career & Internship Expo? Or just a little nervous? Come early and get a low-stress, behind-the-scenes look at how to navigate the expo and make a good first impression with employers.
Winter Career & Internship Expo Thursday, January 29th, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 50+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities—especially internships and summer jobs! Take part in the Expo Scavenger Hunt to win prizes and have fun conversation starters with employers. Want to make a great first impression? Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism.
School of Architecture & Environment Career & Networking Fair Thursday, January 29th, 11am-3pm, Lawrence Hall Meet firms in person! Bring your portfolio, be ready to schedule an informational or internship interview. Perhaps you are seeking a job! Meet and talk to firms to establish when they might be hiring. Build your professional network. These firms are ready to mentor and offer internships and job opportunities!
Winter Practice Interview Day (Drop-Ins Welcome!) Friday, January 30th, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback on your communication style, interviewing skills, professionalism, and more. Get feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches.
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Friday, January 30th, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
The ROAR (Radical Organizing Activist Resource Center) is partnering with the Decolonial Philosophies Collaboratory (among others) to bring over 40 scholars from all over the world to the UO for a three-day conference. This year's theme is Decolonization and Global Justice. The conference will be held in the Erb Memorial Union. Please email the roarcenter@gmail.com with any questions or if your organization is interested in collaborating on this project.
Conference is available both in person and online. Please RSVP to receive the streaming link.
REGISTER: https://airtable.com/appA8If5KJdZl8CDx/pag0tUc5MceknPWpk/form
Website with more information, including program: https://www.decolonialphilosophiescollaboratory.com/about-6 Erb Memorial Union map: https://map.uoregon.edu/99437f5fa9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Want to see what it's like to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, do scientific research, or even scientific communication AND explore Eugene all at the same time?! Have we got a Friday morning for you!
Students will have the opportunity to tour local life science companies that are excited to introduce you to careers (and internships!) and the growing Oregon industry. Representatives from Oregon Life Sciences (formerly Oregon Bio Association) will be on the tour and ready to share resources & connections. While at the stops, you'll get an opportunity to tour facilities as well as meet with leaders in the field.
TOUR STOPS:
- Thermo Fisher Scientific (Life sciences, diagnostics, and analytical instruments).
- Invivo Biosystems (Biotechnology Research-Gene Editing & CRO Services)
- Yogi Tea (B-Corp Sustainable Tea Manufacturing)
- LUNCH provided!
Event is FREE to ALL STUDENTS, bring a friend! Register on Handshake to get more information in the coming weeks and see what it's all about before you commit!
What do we mean by "Life Sciences" ?
It's a big term that includes LOTS of cool fields! Biotech, med tech and digital health just to name a few! People with a mission to cure patients, protect our climate and feed the world. The local life sci-industry is growing and also needs accountants, salespeople, and operations managers. For any student wishing to make a positive impact on the world, please attend.
Open to all students with an interest in learning more about local business and careers in life sciences, scientific communication, and other related majors. This is a great way to explore your future and practice having networking conversations with industry leaders before you interview for related jobs in the future!
Sponsored by University Career Center, Collaborative EDO, and Oregon Life Sciences (formerly Oregon Bio Association)
The University Career Center (UCC) strives to make Career Readiness Week inclusive and accessible for all. If you require accommodations, contact UCC Event Coordinator, Maggie Swing, mswing@uoregon.edu, 541-346-6016 preferably 5 business days in advance.
5:30 p.m.
Migrant Glyps is a storytelling-talk by Edgar Garcia (University of Chicago, English) about geoglyphs in the Sonoran Desert and their life at the intersection of indigeneity and migration in the Americas.
Edgar Garcia is Associate Professor of English at the University of Chicago and a poet and scholar of the hemispheric cultures of the Americas. His scholarship and creative practices are concerned with the world-bearing qualities of literary works at the intersection of literary studies, the visual arts, anthropology, legal philosophy, and environmental thinking.
This event is supported generously by the Oregon Humanities Center, the Creative Writing Program, and the Department of the History of Art and Architecture, departments of Comparative Literature, English, and Romance Languages. For inquiries, please contact Joyce S. Cheng at joycec@uoregon.edu.
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
The ROAR (Radical Organizing Activist Resource Center) is partnering with the Decolonial Philosophies Collaboratory (among others) to bring over 40 scholars from all over the world to the UO for a three-day conference. This year's theme is Decolonization and Global Justice. The conference will be held in the Erb Memorial Union. Please email the roarcenter@gmail.com with any questions or if your organization is interested in collaborating on this project.
Conference is available both in person and online. Please RSVP to receive the streaming link.
REGISTER: https://airtable.com/appA8If5KJdZl8CDx/pag0tUc5MceknPWpk/form
Website with more information, including program: https://www.decolonialphilosophiescollaboratory.com/about-6 Erb Memorial Union map: https://map.uoregon.edu/99437f5faFind daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking events, the Winter Career & Internship Expo (1/29), and Practice Interview Day (1/30) that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness. For a full list of workshops, career tours, networking events, resume reviews, alumni panels, and more, visit career.uoregon.edu/events or register for events in Handshake. Why wait?! Stop by the University Career Center in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level ASAP to get drop-in resume reviews and other career guidance to make the most of your Career Readiness Week!
The University Career Center offers a special thanks to our Winter 2026 Career Readiness Week sponsor: Enterprise Mobility!
Resume Extravaganza Wednesday, January 21st, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor) Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Winter Career & Internship Expo? Drop in anytime to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Thursday, January 22nd, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
Career Tour: Life Sciences & Beyond! Friday, January 23rd, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Want to see what it's like to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, do scientific research, project management, or even scientific communication. Tour Stops include: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Yogi Tea, & InVivo Biosystems. Lunch included!
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, January 26th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Winter Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
How To: Interview Strategies (Workshop) Monday, January 26th, 2pm-2:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.
How To: Resume Writing (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 1pm-1:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume and how to make your experience shine! Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process. Leave with tips to make your resume clean, strong, and job ready!
How To: Cover Letters (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 3pm-3:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter. Leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.
Your Future in Communication (Panel + Networking) Tuesday, January 27th, 4pm-6pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons 4-5pm: Industry Insights Panel: Hear stories and ask questions of industry leaders who have excelled in their careers as communications professionals. From backgrounds and experiences in advertising, public relations, journalism, and more! Learn about the skills and connections you can develop today to thrive in the future.
5-6pm: Connect with Employers & Alumni: Grab a snack and rotate through casual small group chats with alumni, professionals, and employers to learn more about their companies, career paths, and get advice about how to find career-building opportunities and connections for your future in the field of Communication.
GitHub Portfolios for Job Seekers (Workshop) Wednesday, January 28th, 4pm-6pm, Knight Library-Dream Lab (122) Learn how to create a free digital portfolio on GitHub to highlight your coding and career readiness skills for future employers & open-source projects.
Biz Careers: Marketing, Sales, Operations & Analytics (Panel + Networking) Wednesday, January 29th, 5:30pm-6:30pm Alumni Panel in Lillis 182 + 6:30-8pm Networking Mixer in Lillis Atrium Learn from alumni about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant. Immediately after the panel discussion, expand your network of employer connections and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs.
Winter Expo Preview & Tour Thursday, January 29th, 11:15am-12pm, EMU Ballrooms/Maple First Career & Internship Expo? Or just a little nervous? Come early and get a low-stress, behind-the-scenes look at how to navigate the expo and make a good first impression with employers.
Winter Career & Internship Expo Thursday, January 29th, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 50+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities—especially internships and summer jobs! Take part in the Expo Scavenger Hunt to win prizes and have fun conversation starters with employers. Want to make a great first impression? Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism.
School of Architecture & Environment Career & Networking Fair Thursday, January 29th, 11am-3pm, Lawrence Hall Meet firms in person! Bring your portfolio, be ready to schedule an informational or internship interview. Perhaps you are seeking a job! Meet and talk to firms to establish when they might be hiring. Build your professional network. These firms are ready to mentor and offer internships and job opportunities!
Winter Practice Interview Day (Drop-Ins Welcome!) Friday, January 30th, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback on your communication style, interviewing skills, professionalism, and more. Get feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches.
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Friday, January 30th, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Spend summer 2026 studying the studying creative writing in Oviedo, Spain! Join the information session to learn more about the program and application process. The deadline to apply is March 15.
Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking events, the Winter Career & Internship Expo (1/29), and Practice Interview Day (1/30) that will help you develop skills and connections on the road to career readiness. For a full list of workshops, career tours, networking events, resume reviews, alumni panels, and more, visit career.uoregon.edu/events or register for events in Handshake. Why wait?! Stop by the University Career Center in Tykeson Hall-Garden Level ASAP to get drop-in resume reviews and other career guidance to make the most of your Career Readiness Week!
The University Career Center offers a special thanks to our Winter 2026 Career Readiness Week sponsor: Enterprise Mobility!
Resume Extravaganza Wednesday, January 21st, 11am-4pm, Tykeson Hall Commons (1st Floor) Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Winter Career & Internship Expo? Drop in anytime to get feedback on your resume. Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Thursday, January 22nd, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
Career Tour: Life Sciences & Beyond! Friday, January 23rd, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Want to see what it's like to work in a state-of-the-art laboratory, do scientific research, project management, or even scientific communication. Tour Stops include: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Yogi Tea, & InVivo Biosystems. Lunch included!
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, January 26th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Winter Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
How To: Interview Strategies (Workshop) Monday, January 26th, 2pm-2:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll break down the different types of interviews you might face, how to prep without spiraling, and how to answer questions with confidence.
How To: Resume Writing (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 1pm-1:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll cover what actually matters on a resume and how to make your experience shine! Plus, we’ll break down how AI plays a role in the job application process. Leave with tips to make your resume clean, strong, and job ready!
How To: Cover Letters (Workshop) Tuesday, January 27th, 3pm-3:45pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) We’ll show you what a cover letter really needs. Plus, we’ll dive into how AI is changing the application game and what that means for personalizing your letter. Leave with tips to make yours clear, compelling, and unmistakably you.
Your Future in Communication (Panel + Networking) Tuesday, January 27th, 4pm-6pm, Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons 4-5pm: Industry Insights Panel: Hear stories and ask questions of industry leaders who have excelled in their careers as communications professionals. From backgrounds and experiences in advertising, public relations, journalism, and more! Learn about the skills and connections you can develop today to thrive in the future.
5-6pm: Connect with Employers & Alumni: Grab a snack and rotate through casual small group chats with alumni, professionals, and employers to learn more about their companies, career paths, and get advice about how to find career-building opportunities and connections for your future in the field of Communication.
GitHub Portfolios for Job Seekers (Workshop) Wednesday, January 28th, 4pm-6pm, Knight Library-Dream Lab (122) Learn how to create a free digital portfolio on GitHub to highlight your coding and career readiness skills for future employers & open-source projects.
Biz Careers: Marketing, Sales, Operations & Analytics (Panel + Networking) Wednesday, January 29th, 5:30pm-6:30pm Alumni Panel in Lillis 182 + 6:30-8pm Networking Mixer in Lillis Atrium Learn from alumni about career paths and what skills and experience you can gain now to be a competitive applicant. Immediately after the panel discussion, expand your network of employer connections and learn about immediate opportunities for internships and full-time jobs.
Winter Expo Preview & Tour Thursday, January 29th, 11:15am-12pm, EMU Ballrooms/Maple First Career & Internship Expo? Or just a little nervous? Come early and get a low-stress, behind-the-scenes look at how to navigate the expo and make a good first impression with employers.
Winter Career & Internship Expo Thursday, January 29th, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 50+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities—especially internships and summer jobs! Take part in the Expo Scavenger Hunt to win prizes and have fun conversation starters with employers. Want to make a great first impression? Bring copies of your resume and wear an outfit that reflects your confidence, personality, and professionalism.
School of Architecture & Environment Career & Networking Fair Thursday, January 29th, 11am-3pm, Lawrence Hall Meet firms in person! Bring your portfolio, be ready to schedule an informational or internship interview. Perhaps you are seeking a job! Meet and talk to firms to establish when they might be hiring. Build your professional network. These firms are ready to mentor and offer internships and job opportunities!
Winter Practice Interview Day (Drop-Ins Welcome!) Friday, January 30th, 12pm-4pm (30-45 minutes each), Tykeson Hall 1st Floor Commons Come practice commonly asked interview questions and get active feedback on your communication style, interviewing skills, professionalism, and more. Get feedback from experienced professionals and career coaches.
Portland Internship Experience Virtual Info Session Friday, January 30th, 3pm-4pm, Zoom (register via Handshake) Interested in learning more about PIE? Get an overview of the program including the application process, curriculum and expectations, resources/support available throughout the summer, and insights from last year's program.
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Please join us Tuesday mornings for a free cup of coffee, pastries, and conversation with your history department community! We’re excited to continue this tradition for our history undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. We hope to see you there!
noon
Are you a graduate student doing research on Latinx or Latin American topics? Consider joining the Center for Latino/a and Latin American Studies for a brief info session about our Graduate Student Research Grant! Attendees will learn about the application process and receive tips for writing a competitive proposal. Each grant awards up to $3,000, and four grants are available.
**Vegan champurrado will be served!**
Learn more about the CLLAS Student Research Grant: https://cllas.uoregon.edu/jan-27-cllas-graduate-grants-info-session/