Career Fairs & Meetups

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE CAREER FAIRS & MEETUPS

 

The Career Center offers a variety of career fairs and meetups throughout the academic year. We offer boutique events based on our industry focused communities to bring talented Blue Hens and employers together. Most events are open to all matriculated UD students and alumni. Specific event details and registration information can be found here.  


Upcoming Spring 2024 Career Fairs

Spring Career & Internship Fairs

Spring Career & Internship Fairs

Thursday, February 15, 2024 | 3–6 p.m.

About the Event

2024 SPRING CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIR

Thursday, February 15, 2024

3–6 p.m.

Join us to engage with UD's talented undergraduate and graduate students, along with our accomplished alumni, to fill your available job and internship positions, expand your professional network and forge meaningful connections.

This in-person event will be divided into two dedicated spaces: All Career Interests & Business Fair and the Engineering, Science & Technology Fair. When registering, you'll have the opportunity to select the fair location that best suits your needs. No need to worry, as you'll also have the chance to promote your opportunities by major and make them accessible through Handshake to reach all the students attending the event. These fairs are only separated by a small hallway, allowing students easy access to both and ensuring you get the maximum exposure to potential candidates.

Registration closes on Thursday, February 1 at 5 p.m.

All Career Interests & Business Fair

 

The All Career Interests & Business Fair welcomes employers hiring across all industry areas to participate to secure candidates for their internships and full-time positions.

Top Attending Majors & Graduate Programs:

  • Finance
  • Marketing
  • Economics
  • Accounting
  • MIS
  • Communications
  • Operations Management
  • Political Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Health Behavior Science
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • English

Engineering, Science, & Technology Fair

The Engineering, Science & Technology Fair welcomes employers hiring across STEM industry areas to participate to secure candidates for their internships and full-time positions.

Top Attending Majors & Graduate Programs:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Biological Sciences
  • Computer Engineering
  • Chemistry

Location & Schedule

Location

Carpenter Sports Building (Little Bob)

26 N. College Ave., Newark, DE 19711

University of Delaware

Parking information will be provided in the logistics emails closer to the event.

 

Event Schedule

  • Shuttle Bus Begins & Check-in: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
  • Seniors & Grad Student Only Power Half Hour: 3–3:30 p.m.
  • Career Fair: 3–6 p.m.

Cost

Registration fees are based on organization type as follows:

  • $500 - Staffing Agencies & Third-Party Organizations
  • $450 - For-Profit Organizations
  • $450 - Civil Engineering Organizations
  • $350 - Government Entities
  • $300 - Non-Profit Organizations

We accept check and credit card payments for your participation.

Check Payments:
Please consider paying by check with ACH or wire transfer.

If you must mail a check, make payable to: University of Delaware Career Center

Mail check to:
University of Delaware Career Center
401 Academy Street
Newark, DE 19716
Attn: Melissa Zeissig

**Please include your invoice number with your check payment**

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing to Melissa Zeissig at mzeissig@udel.edu. Should cancellation not be submitted in the above terms, no refund or excuse from payment will be issued.

  • Cancellation prior to Thursday, January 25 at 5 p.m.:
    100% refund or no expectation of payment.
  • Cancellation between January 25 at 5 p.m. through February 1 at 5 p.m.:
    75% refund or expectation of 25% payment.
  • Cancellation after Thursday, February 1 at 5 p.m.:
    no refund will be issued and full payment is due.

Should the Spring Career & Internship Fair be cancelled due to inclement weather, the fair will be rescheduled to a new date within 10 days of the original date. Depending on space availability on campus, the event may be rescheduled to a virtual Handshake fair format. Should an employer not be able to attend the rescheduled date, refunds or advancing registration to a future fair will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

The UD Career Center may cancel any one or more employer registrations for any reason. In doing so, it may elect to consider only its own interests and will not be required to consider the effect of any such cancellation. Should cancellation be initiated by the Career Center, a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.

Join us for the 2024 Spring Career & Internship Fair!

All Career Interests & Business Fair and Engineering, Science & Technology Fair

Thursday, February 15, 2024
3–6 p.m.

Maximize your professional connections and opportunities at the biggest event of the semester! Network with employers to discuss full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities from various fields.

The fair is in-person and split into two spaces: All Career Interests & Business Fair and Engineering, Science and Technology Fair.

 

Professional headshots will be available at the career fair and are sponsored by the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. Please register here for a time slot.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please note: This event is only open to current UD students and UD alumni.


 

Communications, Marketing, & Media Career Meetup

Communications, Marketing, & Media Career Meetup

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 5–6:30 p.m.

About the Event

Join this FREE virtual recruitment and networking event where you will engage with students and alumni seeking full-time, part-time and seasonal career opportunities and career advice related to the following fields: advertising, branding, communications, graphic design media, public relations and media.

Your participation in this event will not only enhance your company's visibility, but also provide a platform to connect with talent who can contribute to your company's growth and success.

Registration closes on Tuesday, February 13 at 5 p.m.

 

Sponsored By: UD Chapter of the PRSSA, Blue Hen Marketing Club, the UD Career Center and Lerner Career Services Center, and Departments of Art & Design, English, Marketing and Communication. 

Top Attending Majors and Graduate Programs:
Majors: Marketing, communications, management, entrepreneurship, international business, operations management, strategic communication, business analytics, finance, political science, psychology, English, art, fine arts, visual communications and more

Graduate Programs: Creative writing, teaching English as a second language, journalism, communication, business & public administration

We look forward to connecting you with our students!

Event Participation

Participation in this event is complimentary for organizations. If you are no longer able to participate, please let us know as soon as possible.

Should you register, create a schedule and no-show to the event, you will be invoiced $100.00 to cover the resources allotted to your organization.

Please place your cancellation in writing to Melissa Zeissig at mzeissig@udel.edu.

*Employers are at a disadvantage when they fail to create a schedule by Tuesday, February 20 when student registration opens. Late schedule creation results in less overall student sign-ups for the organization. Employers who do not have a schedule created by Tuesday, February 27 at 5 p.m. will have their registration declined and will not participate in the event.*

Looking for internships and jobs in media, advertising, public relations, marketing and branding? Join us for an evening of virtual networking with employers and alumni in careers in communications and media!

Student registration opens two weeks before the event.

 

Important Note: There is a video component to this virtual event; come prepared as you would for a traditional, in-person career fair. Be mindful of your surroundings, limit background noise and dress for the job you want!

Please note: This event is only open to current UD students and UD alumni.

We look forward to your participation!


 

Careers in Professional Selling Networking Meetup

Careers in Professional Selling Networking Meetup

Monday, March 11, 2024 | 5–6:30 p.m.

About the Event

The Careers in Professional Selling Networking Meetup is open to employers interested in hiring students working in sales or sales management within your organization.

Students will have the opportunity to interact with your representatives and learn about careers in professional selling and sales management, as well as internship paths and applying for jobs.

Registration closes on Friday, March 1 at 5 p.m.

 

Top Attending Majors and Graduate Programs:
Professional selling minor, marketing, international business, management, business undeclared, university studies, operations management, entrepreneurship, finance, economics and financial planning.

We look forward to connecting you with our students!

Cost

The cost to attend is $400 per organization. 

Payment Information:
Payment is due prior to the event date. Please include the invoice number and copy of the invoice. We are now accepting online check and credit card payments. If you are UNABLE to process a check online, please follow these instructions.

Mail check to:
University of Delaware Career Center
401 Academy Street
Newark, DE 19716
Attn: Melissa Zeissig

Please make checks payable to: University of Delaware Career Center.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing to Melissa Zeissig at mzeissig@udel.edu. Should cancellation not be submitted in the above terms, no refund or excuse from payment will be issued.

  • Cancellation prior to Friday, February 23 at 5 p.m.:
    100% refund or no expectation of payment.
  • Cancellation between February 24 at 5 p.m. through March 1 at 5 p.m.:
    75% refund or expectation of 25% payment.
  • Cancellation after Friday, March 1 at 5 p.m.:
    no refund will be issued and full payment is due.


The UD Career Center may cancel any one or more employer registrations for any reason. In doing so it may elect to consider only its own interests and will not be required to consider the effect of any such cancellation. Should cancellation be initiated by the Career Center a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.

Are you interested in engaging with organizations that have opportunities for pursuing a career in professional selling?

Then attend this networking event to meet employers and alumni seeking to hire!

Students will have the opportunity to interact with employers and learn about career paths in sales and how to apply for jobs and internships.

Professional headshots will be available at the career fair.

Please note: This event is only open to current UD students and alumni.


 

Hospitality Business Management Career Fair

Hospitality Business Management Career Fair

Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | 2:30–5 p.m.

About the Event

The University of Delaware’s Hospitality Business Management Career Fair is open to employers interested in networking with undergraduate students for summer internships and career placement after graduation.

This career fair will be attended by students in the Department of Hospitality and Sport Business Management. Meet students in our majors: Hospitality Business Management (HOSP), Hospitality Industry Management (HSIM) and Hospitality and Event Experience Management as well as our minors: Beverage Management, Event Management and Restaurant Management. In addition, it is open to all students in the Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics.

The registration fee for this event is $400.  

Registration closes on Monday, March 4 at 5 p.m.

We look forward to connecting you with our students!

Contact Melissa Jones with any questions. 

Cost

The cost to attend is $400. The fee includes two representatives. 

Payment Information:
Payment is due prior to the event date. Please include the invoice number and copy of the invoice. We are now accepting online check and credit card payments. If you are UNABLE to process a check online, please follow these instructions.

Mail check to:
University of Delaware Career Center
401 Academy Street
Newark, DE 19716
Attn: Melissa Zeissig

Please make checks payable to: University of Delaware Career Center.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing to Melissa Jones at mgjones@udel.edu. Should cancellation not be submitted in the above terms, no refund or excuse from payment will be issued.

  • Cancellation prior to Monday, February 26 at 5 p.m.:
    100% refund or no expectation of payment.
  • Cancellation between February 26 at 5 p.m. through March 4 at 5 p.m.:
    75% refund or expectation of 25% payment.
  • Cancellation after Monday, March 4 at 5 p.m.:
    no refund will be issued and full payment is expected.


The UD Career Center may cancel any one or more employer registrations for any reason. In doing so it may elect to consider only its own interests and will not be required to consider the effect of any such cancellation. Should cancellation be initiated by the Career Center a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.

Whether you are a freshman exploring the possibilities, a senior getting ready to graduate or somewhere in between; please join us for the Hospitality Business Management Career Fair!

Business Professional attire is required.

We will have UD Photography present for professional headshots during the entirety of the fair!

Please note: This event is only open to current UD students and UD alumni.


 

Education Meetup

Education Meetup

Monday, April 15, 2024 | 4–5:30 p.m.

About the Event

Take this opportunity to network with undergraduate and graduate students and candidates. Reach both those who are just beginning to explore the possibilities of a career in education, as well as graduating students and alumni hoping to learn about current or anticipated vacancies. 

Help support the profession! Encourage undecided students to consider education majors, choose careers in PK-12 education and pursue job opportunities in this industry. Employers are welcome to include UD alumni working in your schools or districts to talk with students about their experiences. 

Registration closes on Wednesday, March 27 at 5 p.m.



Top Attending Majors:
History education, early childhood education, elementary teacher education, exceptional children & youth, English, teaching English as a second language, mathematics education.

Cost

Participation in this event is complimentary for organizations. If you are no longer able to participate, please let us know in writing to Melissa Zeissig at mzeissig@udel.edu as soon as possible.

Should you register, but not attend the event, you will be invoiced $100.00 to cover the resources allotted to your organization.

This event is open to ALL undergraduate, graduate students, alumni and the general public who are considering careers in PK–12 education!

Participate in this networking event to learn about the many different opportunities in education: teachers, counselors, para-educators, administrators, specialists and more! Whether you're just beginning to consider careers in education and need more information, or you're graduating soon and hope to learn about anticipated vacancies for the upcoming schools year, this event is for you!

Come make new career connections!

*Please note that there is no advanced registration for non-UD students. The general public will check in on site the day of the fair.


 

Physical Therapy Career Fair

Physical Therapy Career Fair

Friday, April 19, 2024 | 1–3 p.m.

About the Event

PHYSICAL THERAPY CAREER FAIR IS SOLD OUT!

The UD Physical Therapy program produces high quality individuals that have been trained to translate a strong platform in interdisciplinary science into health practices, therapies and interventions that result in immediate improvements in people's lives. Many of these skilled students have received awards and scholarships in recognition of their accomplishments.

The Physical Therapy Career Fair offers your institution an opportunity to interact with these talented, award-winning students and match them appropriately to the needs of your organization. UD undergraduate students seeking volunteer and shadowing hours will also be in attendance.

Schedule:

  • 10:30–12:15 p.m.: Employer fair set-up and boxed lunch
  • 12:15–1 p.m.: Open networking with second-year DPT students over professional and career readiness topics
  • 1–2 p.m.: Career fair with second-year DPT students, UD PT Alumni and undergraduate students
  • 2–3 p.m.: Career fair with first-year DPT, UD PT alumni and undergraduate students

Registration closes on Friday, April 5 at 5 p.m.

We look forward to connecting you with our students!

Cost

The cost to attend is $275. The fee includes two representatives. Each additional representative is $35 (up to two additional representatives per table). 

Payment Information:
Payment is due prior to the event date. Please include the invoice number and copy of the invoice. We are now accepting online check and credit card payments. If you are UNABLE to process a check online, please follow these instructions.

Mail check to:
University of Delaware Career Center
401 Academy Street
Newark, DE 19716
Attn: Melissa Zeissig

Please make checks payable to: University of Delaware Career Center.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing to Melissa Zeissig at mzeissig@udel.edu. Should cancellation not be submitted in the above terms, no refund or excuse from payment will be issued.

  • Cancellation prior to Friday, March 29 at 5 p.m.:
    100% refund or no expectation of payment.
  • Cancellation between March 29 at 5 p.m. through April 5 at 5 p.m.:
    75% refund or expectation of 25% payment.
  • Cancellation after Friday, April 5 at 5 p.m.:
    no refund will be issued and full payment is due.


The UD Career Center may cancel any one or more employer registrations for any reason. In doing so it may elect to consider only its own interests and will not be required to consider the effect of any such cancellation. Should cancelation be initiated by the Career Center a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.

If you are considering the field of physical therapy and looking for a full-time job or internship, this is the event for you!

Undergraduates interested in PT are also invited to attend.

Agenda:

  • 12:15–1 p.m.: Open networking with second-year DPT students over professional and career readiness topics
  • 1–2 p.m.: Career fair with second-year DPT students, UD PT Alumni and undergraduate students
  • 2–3 p.m.: Career fair with first-year DPT, UD PT alumni and undergraduate students

Bring plenty of copies of your resume! We look forward to seeing you there!

Please note: This event is only open to current UD students and UD alumni.


 

The UD Career Center is part of the Division of Student Life, which advances equity and inclusion, deepens student learning and drives holistic development through education, experiences and communities.