Workshops
The University Career Center hosts many in-person, virtual, and hybrid workshops weekly! Be sure to check out Handshake for the latest offerings. Below is just a sample.
How to… Workshop Series
Our monthly "How to..." workshops are designed to provide students a jumpstart on basic career development topics: Searching for an internship or job, building your network, and preparing for an interview. Register for these workshops on Handshake!
How to Search for an Internship or Job:
How to Prepare for an Interview:
How to Build Your Network:
Industry-Specific Panels & Conversations
All throughout the fall semester, the University Career Center will host industry-specific panels and conversations to help educate students on possible career paths. Below are the dates and times being offered this semester. More details of each event can be found in Handshake.
Career Chats:
Niche industry insights from 1-2 professionals.
- Real Estate | Sept 19
- Digital Media in Sports | Sept 29
- Physician’s Assistant | Oct 6
- Distilling | Oct 8
- Agriculture Communications | Oct 22
Careers in… & Career Resilience Panels:
Industry insights from multiple professionals.
- GIS | Oct 1
- Helping Professions | Oct 17
- Overseas Careers | Oct 24
- Life Sciences | Oct 29
- Math, Tech & Physics | Nov 4
- Information Technology | Nov 5
- Earth & Space Sciences | Nov 11
- Health & Humanities | Nov 14
All Upcoming Workshops
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October 16, 2025Managing the Job Search for INFO Students: Search Smart & Stress Less
Searching and applying for jobs and internships is stressful! Not only can it be hard to know where to start and how to go about the search process, but it almost always includes managing mental and emotional stress.
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October 16, 2025Navigating the U.S. Workplace Culture for Grad Students & Scholars
This workshop will equip international graduate students and scholars with essential tools to thrive in the U.S. workplace. Learn to communicate effectively, set clear expectations, and understand cultural nuances to foster effective communication.
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October 17, 2025Careers in Helping Professions
Attention UMD students interested in careers in various helping professions! Register to discover more about future career paths for individuals who want to make a meaningful impact. Following the moderated conversation, there will be time for a student Q&A.
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