Upcoming career resource events

two students in cap and gown looking at rush rhees Led by alumni entrepreneurs, industry professionals, faculty, and Career Coaches, these events offer valuable tools and strategies for every industry, background, and level of experience—helping you feel empowered and supported throughout your career journey. Discover events with networking opportunities, resume workshops, industry-specific panels, and more.

Browse our events below and register today. New events and webinars are added throughout the year—check back for exciting updates.

Upcoming events

Wednesday, March 19

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCareer Conversation: Approaches to creating an inclusive STEM environment

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Let’s Talk Personal Narratives

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Taking advantage of networking platforms

12 - 1 p.m. (ET)

Virtual

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Upcoming events

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCareer Conversation: Job Search 2.: LinkedIn + ChatGPT Secrets Revealed

12 - 1 p.m. (ET)

virtual

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCareer Conversation: Overcoming limiting beliefs to find work you love

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Changing Careers-When is a good time to make a move?

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Promoting Yourself

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Taking advantage of networking platforms

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Taking advantage of networking platforms

12 - 1 p.m. (ET)

Virtual

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Recent events

Career Conversations | Overcoming limiting beliefs to find work you love

December 2024

Whether you’re looking to switch careers or simply want to find more joy in your current role, this session will inspire you to break free from limitations and pursue a life of professional fulfillment.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Certified Executive Coach Christine McCann ’91 will explore how mindset shifts and perspective changes can lead to fulfilling professional transitions. Discover the science behind positive thinking, learn practical strategies to embrace opportunity, and apply these new skills.

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Career Conversations | Job Search 2.0: LinkedIn + ChatGPT Secrets Revealed

November 2024

Hiring today looks very different than it did 20 years ago. The job market has evolved dramatically, and traditional resume submissions aren’t always enough to stand out. To succeed in today’s competitive landscape, job seekers must leverage cutting-edge tools.

Join Jeremy Schifeling, a seasoned leader from LinkedIn and Khan Academy, for a live webinar on LinkedIn and ChatGPT capabilities that will equip you with the skills to:

Discover your ideal career path
Build a fully tech-optimized LinkedIn profile
Ace your very next interview

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Professional Power-Up by Headhunter on Tap

March 2024

Elevate your potential with Professional Power-Up, the University’s comprehensive virtual career development series designed to propel your success from start to finish during a job search or career transition! Immerse yourself in a series of interactive webinars with personal access to career experts, Barbara Grossman ’77, P’10 and Jay Berger P’10.

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Career Conversations | The Impact and Value of Mentorship

Wednesday, September 6
6 – 7:30 p.m. (ET)

Thought about signing up for the University-wide Mentorship Program as a mentor or mentee? Join alumni mentors and mentorship program managers for a virtual presentation and interactive session to learn about the impact of mentorship on students, alumni and the greater community.

We will cover the Mentorship Program’s design, the role of mentors and mentees, and the importance of having a diverse group of mentors who have similar shared experiences and specific insight to deepen connections with their alumni and student mentees.

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Salary Negotiation Workshop

Wednesday, February 1, 2023
6:30 p.m.–8 p.m. (ET)

Whether you’re negotiating for a new job, or an earned raise or promotion, gain confidence in your negotiation style and learn how to: 1) identify and articulate your personal value, 2) develop an arsenal of persuasive responses and other negotiation strategies, and 3) conduct objective market research to benchmark a target salary and benefits.

Join fellow University of Rochester alumni and parents for this interactive workshop, led by Rachel Roberts ’03E, Director of the Institute for Music Leadership and Associate Professor of Music Leadership.

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Career Conversations | Understanding and Embracing Retirement Planning

Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Noon– 1 p.m. (ET)

When you ask someone about their plans for retirement, answers are about fifty-fifty. Half are excited at the thought of enjoying their retirement while the other half dreads the very thought of it. No matter which side you find yourself on, it’s important to have a plan for your retirement. But how do you get started? And isn’t it just about having enough money?

Unlock and embrace the real meaning of “planning for retirement” with dynamic duo Dan Mantell ’82 and Marcia Mantell ’83, retirement planners with decades of experience in the financial industry. With expertise in making the transition into retirement smoother than just jumping off a cliff, they’ll help you identify the many important pieces that make up a plan for retirement and give you the tools you need to start planning.

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