Professional Development
Graduate Resume, Curriculum Vitae, and Cover Letter Review Program
If your applying for a job or internship, submit your cover letter, résumé, and/or CV for review. Students will either receive feedback via email or be contacted for a brief advising appointment. You can also explore our tips for developing your application materials.
Training and Resources
From writing support to distinguished alumni speakers, from exploring your career options to planning your career,
we have a variety of resources to help get you started.
Introducing GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops
Join us every Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 PM this fall term for GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops, a series designed to help graduate students sharpen their professional skills and prepare for diverse career paths. From mastering resumes to exploring academic-adjacent opportunities to building confidence in networking, these interactive sessions will give you practical tools to succeed both inside and outside academia. It all starts on October 8 with "Unlocking Graduate Student Career Resources."
3:30–4:30 p.m.
Not sure where to start with career planning? You’re not alone! Join us for a hands-on workshop that introduces the many resources available to graduate students at the University of Oregon. It’s never too early or too late to start shaping your career path. Learn how to make the most of career tools, campus programs, and professional development opportunities designed to help you explore options, build confidence, and take your next steps forward. Register for this free event at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0198e2b551ef7f9fb7c0ca9a85f6e27c to receive the Zoom link.
This is the first of seven events as part of the GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops series. Join us every Wednesday afternoon this term!
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Looking for a part-time job or want to learn more about work-study opportunities? Stop by the Part-Time Job & Work-Study Fair, Thursday, October 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the EMU Crater Lake Rooms to meet dozens of local and on-campus employers ready to hire today! Bring your resume and apply on the spot, or just look around and learn more about the great ways you can get work experience and build career readiness skills during your time at the UO.
FYI: Work-Study is a specific type of part-time job available to students based on financial need. If a job says it requires Work-Study, you must have accepted an award on Duckweb. To learn more about the program and how to find your award, check out https://career.uoregon.edu/jobs-and-internships/work-study
There will still be LOTS of jobs at this event that do not require work-study in order to apply--something for everyone!
Register in Handshake to keep up to date on which employers are coming to the fair and what jobs you can be applying for!
Special thanks to our sponsors Chick-fil-A Gateway and Randy Pape Beltline and Fastenal Company for your commitment to creating career-building opportunities for Ducks!
3:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Graduate students! Ready to make your job/internship application materials stand out? Whether you’re just getting started or updating an old draft, this workshop will help you take your resume or your CV to the next level. It’s never too early, or too late, to polish your documents. Learn best modern practices for tailoring these important documents, highlighting your strengths and accomplishments, and presenting all of your experience with confidence. Register for this free event at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/0198e286477e7a79b348c10ca1811443 to receive the Zoom link.
This event is part of the GradEdge: Midweek Career Workshops series. Join us every Wednesday afternoon this term!
11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Did you know you can have someone review your resume before the Fall Career & Internship Expo on 10/23? Drop-in with a career readiness coach or peer coach in Tykeson Hall Commons to get feedback on your resume! Free cookies & hot chocolate too :)
Don’t have a resume? Come learn how to make one!
This University Career Center event is part of the 2025 Fall Career Readiness Week sponsored by Enterprise Mobility. To learn more about all of the week's events visit http://career.uoregon.edu/events
Find daily ways to engage your career curiosity with workshops, local industry tours, alumni panels & networking ("connect") events, and the Fall Career & Internship Expo (10/23), 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 Fall 2025 Career Readiness Week sponsor Enterprise Mobility.
FULL SCHEDULE
Career Tour: Tech Friday, October 17th, 9am-1:30pm, meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby Want to see what it is like to work for some of the most innovative tech companies in Oregon AND explore Eugene all at the same time?! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore!
How To: Job & Internship Search (Workshop) Friday, October 17th, 2pm-3pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Learn strategies for finding and obtaining jobs and internships.
Curious about the Career & Internship Expo (Virtual Info Session) Monday, October 20th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register in Handshake for Zoom link) Learn the ins and outs of navigating the in-person Fall Career & Internship Expo, updating your Handshake profile, researching employers, and how to present yourself authentically during the expo.
Ducks in Sales: Career Paths, Progression, and Payoffs (Virtual Workshop with UO Alumni Association) Monday, October 20th, 12pm-1pm via Zoom (Register on UOAA website) Tune in to Ducks in Sales, a virtual panel featuring UO alumni who have carved out successful sales careers in fields like tech, healthcare, finance, and more.
How To: Interviewing (Workshop) Tuesday, October 21st, 11am-12pm, Tykeson Hall Garden Level 50P (University Career Center-Conference Room) Interviews can be nerve-racking, so come learn about strategies to help you feel more comfortable and prepared.
Your Future in Food & Beverage (Panel + Connect) Tuesday, October 21st, 4pm-5pm (Industry Panel), 5:15pm-6:30pm (Networking) Tykeson Hall 1st floor Commons Hear from industry leaders and experts about their career journeys, and how you can be developing the skills and connections today to thrive in limitless roles in this growing industry! FREE FOOD!
Breaking Free from Hurry Sickness (Virtual Workshop with UO Alumni Association) Tuesday, October 21st, 4pm-5pm via Zoom (Register on UOAA website) Are you constantly rushing but never catching up? Join fellow Ducks for a groundbreaking exploration of "hurry sickness"—the hidden epidemic affecting high-achievers everywhere.
Non-Profit Job Shadow Day Interest Meeting Wednesday, October 22nd, 4pm-5pm, Tykeson Commons Curious about what it’s like to work at a non-profit? Come learn about the brand-new job shadow day happening on November 14 that will include networking, mentorship, and career exploration! SNACKS PROVIDED!
Fall Career & Internship Expo: PREVIEW and Tour Thursday, October 23rd, 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.
Fall Career & Internship Expo Thursday, October 23rd, 12pm-4pm, EMU Ballrooms Get curious about your future and make connections with cool employers! Over 70+ businesses, non-profits, and government agencies are on campus and excited to share more with you about their organization and early career talent opportunities. 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.
Careers in the Performing Arts Panel Friday, October 24th, 2pm-3:20pm, Frohnmayer 178 Are you passionate about pursuing a career in the performing arts? Join us for an informative session tailored just for you! Listen to insights from a diverse panel representing local venues, non-profits, education, performance, and studios.
Quack to the Future: EMU 75th Reunion Student-Alumni Mixer Friday, October 24th, 4:45pm- 6pm, EMU TBD Celebrate the heart of campus with former EMU Board members and alumni. Share your favorite memories as a student on campus and envision the future over light refreshments. RSVP @ Student Alumni Association’s event page!
9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Want to see what it's like to work for some of the most innovative tech companies in Oregon AND explore Eugene all at the same time?! Have we got a Friday morning for you! Hop on the bus and let’s go explore!
Students will have the opportunity to tour local companies passionate about creating innovative solutions for complex problems, and helping YOU learn more about all the different types of job functions needed to keep this growing industry booming. They are excited to introduce you to careers and internships at their companies, meet alumni and leaders, and show off some of their innovations in action! This event is FREE, open to all majors, faculty/staff, and bring a friend! Register on Handshake to save your spot & get updates! Our last tour had a waitlist, so sign up today!
OUTLINE OF TOUR:
Meet at Ford Alumni Center Lobby (near Matt Knight Arena Duck Statue) NO LATER THAN 9am; We'll walk over to the bus stop (Agate) to catch the EMX to downtown Eugene. All our sites are within walking distance of one another, so be prepared to get some exercise! While at the stops, you'll get an opportunity to tour their facilities as well as meet with leaders in the field. At 1 we'll be done with the tour and you can stick around downtown to keep exploring and grab lunch OR a group will be getting on the bus to head back to campus you can join.
ABOUT OUR TOUR STOPS: coming soon!
NOTE: make sure you have your FREE LTD bus pass loaded on your phone https://transportation.uoregon.edu/bus
questions, email htate@uoregon.edu for more info or if you don't have a Handshake account and want to join us!
