Events
Career Services offers a variety of events throughout the semester. In-person events will take place in various locations on campus. Click the links below to register for fall 2025 events or visit Handshake.
On-Campus Financial Counseling with Aurora Financial Empowerment Center
Financial counselors from the Aurora Financial Empowerment Center will offer individual appointments on campus throughout the fall. Sign up for a free 45-minute appointment. All services offered by Aurora FEC are free. Schedule an appointment.
Workshop: Plan Your Path to Internship Success
Tuesday, September 16 | Noon–1 p.m. | Dunham 121
Tuesday, October 14 | 6–7 p.m. | Zoom
Whether an internship is required for your major or not, completing one can be a crucial step in your career journey. Join us to learn about recruitment timelines and the optimal times to start your search. We'll guide you through obtaining course credit and share tips for finding the perfect internship. Learn about the application and interview process and how to make the most of your internship opportunity. Don’t miss this chance to get all your questions answered and set yourself up for success!
Service and Success: Why Volunteering Matters
Wednesday, September 17 | 4–5 p.m. | Zoom
Volunteering is a powerful way to make a difference while gaining valuable experiences that shape your future. This session will show how service fosters compassion and strengthens communities, while helping you build transferable skills, expand your network, and enhance your resume. You’ll learn how to connect volunteer experiences to career opportunities and discover meaningful ways to get involved.
AU Networking Week: Build Your Connections
On September 22-26, attend a week of networking events, professional headshots, LinkedIn workshops, and more. Strengthen your online presence, meet professionals, and take the next step in your career. Join the Zoom meetings.
LinkedIn 101: Setting Up for Success
September 22 | 4–5 p.m. | Zoom
Learn how to create a strong LinkedIn profile, understand key differences from a resume, and optimize each section step by step.
Crafting Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn
September 23 | 4–5 p.m. | Zoom
Learn how to craft a compelling LinkedIn about section, optimize your profile with keywords, and showcase your skills using media and endorsements.
LinkedIn Lounge and Free Professional Headshots
September 23 | 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Dunham Hall
Drop in for hands-on LinkedIn help, professional headshots, and free coffee — no appointment needed!
Networking Strategies: Building Meaningful Connections
September 24 | 4–5 p.m. | Zoom
Learn how to network effectively, connect with alumni and recruiters, and craft personalized outreach messages.
LinkedIn for Job and Internship Searching
September 25 | 4–5 p.m. | Zoom
Discover how to use LinkedIn’s job search tools, research companies, and optimize your profile to stand out to employers.
Engaging and Posting on LinkedIn
September 26 | Noon–1 p.m. | Zoom
Learn how to post meaningful content, engage with industry leaders, and build a professional online presence.
Dress for Success Pop-up (no registration required)
September 22-26 | Hill Center for Student Success
Step into our pop-up boutique and explore multiple racks of professional clothing, shoes, and accessories — all available at no cost to you. Whether you’re preparing for an interview, internship, or your first job, you’ll find a variety of styles and sizes to help you look and feel confident. Students are welcome to browse and take home the items they need to build their professional wardrobe.
AU Career Fair Prep Sessions
October 1 | Noon–1 p.m. | Hill Center for Student Success
October 1 | 6–7 p.m. | Zoom
Join us for a session to help you prepare for the Fall Career and Internship Fair! We will have a panel of employers available to give you tips for making the most out of the career fair and to share tips for follow-up after the fair.
October 8 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Thornton Gymnasium
Looking for an internship or job opportunity? Hiring managers from a variety of regional and national employers will be on campus. This is your opportunity to speak with hiring managers about full-time jobs and internships.
Experiential Learning: Explore Hands-On Learning Opportunities
October 21 | Noon–1 p.m. | Dunham Hall 120
November 13 | 4 p.m. | Zoom
Explore real-world opportunities that help you gain applied knowledge and practical skills. Learn how internships, research projects, leadership roles, and other hands-on experiences—whether new, ongoing, or well-established — can strengthen your resume and career readiness. Discover how engaging in experiential learning can set you apart, build professional skills, and support your long-term success.
Tuesday, October 28 | 10 a.m.–Noon | Hill Welcome Center
Wondering what you can do with a humanities degree? Join us for an engaging evening that highlights the diverse career paths available to students in the humanities. Hear directly from employers who value the critical thinking, communication, and creativity that humanities graduates bring to the workplace. The event will feature a short panel discussion followed by informal networking — your chance to ask questions, make connections, and discover new possibilities for your future.