Fall 2026 Events

Click the link to find more details and registration links within Handshake. 

USF accommodates individuals with disabilities. If you need disability-related accommodation or wheelchair access information, please contact the Career Services front desk at 415-422-6216 or careerservices@usfca.edu. Requests should be made by at least 14 days in advance of the event.

DateType of EventName & Registration LinkAboutLocationTime
Recurring - Tue. & Thu.Undergrad Drop-InsUndergraduate Students: Drop In HoursDrop in for a chat about anything career-related! No preparation or pre-registration is required. Drop in, hang out, and chat about some of the amazing resources that our office has for you! UC 111:30am-1:30pm
9/1/2026Transfer WorkshopGet Career-Confident: A USF Transfer Student KickoffStart your USF journey strong with this interactive kickoff event designed just for transfer students! We’ll equip you with the tools, mindset, and roadmap to thrive at USF.Bermann Conference Room11:45am-12:45am
9/3/2026Grad Workshop

Grad Student Get Hired: Crafting Your Resume, Cover Letter & LinkedIn Profile

 Learn how to translate your graduate coursework, research, and experience into a compelling narrative across your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. 

virtual12:00pm-1:00pm
9/8/2026Workshop

Internships and Ice Cream

 The time to apply for summer 2027 internships is now! Get a FREE Ice Cream bar and learn about the best internship search resources, using your network to find an internship, and how to stand out on your application.

McLaren 252

11:45am-12:45am

9/15/2026Employer Session

Resume Rush + LinkedIn Headshots

 Get your resumes reviewed by employers, then get a new headshot for your LinkedIn and Handshake profile!

UC 110:00am-4:00pm
9/17/2026Panel

Internship Lounge

 Connect with peers who have successfully navigated the internship search process.

UC 503

 11:30am-1:30pm

9/22/2026Grad Workshop

Grad Student Get Hired: Mapping Out Your Career

 Explore the skills, interests, and values that form your foundational career pillars. Gain the clarity and confidence needed to articulate your goals and make intentional choices for your professional journey.

virtual12:00pm-1:00pm
9/24/2026Pop Up

Internship Pop Up

 Meet employers who are actively recruiting USF students for internship opportunities across a wide range of industries.

 UC 1

 11:30am-1:30pm

9/25/2026Workshop

 Internship Pop Up - Application Lab

 Work on your job/internship applications with support of our career counselors.

UC 50311:00am-3:00pm
9/29/2026Career Fair

 Club Connect

 Student Clubs are invited to table and meet and network with employers in this reverse career fair format.

McLaren Complex11:30am-1:30pm
TBD - OctoberEmployer Trek

 Sports and Media Trek

 Visit sports & media companies to learn more about the company, culture, and job opportunities. Tour their offices, meet employees in various job areas, ask questions, and network!

offsiteTBD
TBD - OctoberEmployer Trek

 Bioscience Trek 

 Visit biotech/bioscience companies to learn more about the company, culture, and job opportunities. Tour their offices, meet employees in various job areas, ask questions, and network!

 offsite

TBD
10/7/2026Grad Workshop

Grad Student Get Hired: Interview Prep

 Transform your academic and professional achievements into clear, high-impact stories using the structured STAR method. Master the art of asking strategic questions and following up effectively so you can enter every interview feeling prepared and polished.

virtual12:00pm-1:00pm
10/13/26Workshop

JOB FEST Prep Workshop

 Make a great impression at Jcareer fairs & networking events! Learn how to research employers, craft a confident 30-second introduction, connect effectively with recruiters, and follow up after the event to maximize your opportunities.

McLaren 252

 11:45am-12:45pm

10/26/26Grad Workshop

Grad Student Get Hired: Building Your Job Search Strategy

 Move beyond cold applications with a proactive, structured job search plan designed to yield real results. Learn to leverage tools like LinkedIn Alumni Search to target aligned employers, build social capital, and uncover hidden opportunities.

virtual12:00pm-1:00pm
10/27/26Pop Up

 JOB FEST Select

 Meet employers hiring for full-time jobs and internships in a small career fair format (20-25 booths) that facilitates meaningful conversations and connections.

UC 111:30am-1:30pm
10/29/2026Career Fair

Environmental Virtual Career Fair

 Meet employers hiring students pursuing environmental careers in a wide variety of disciplines.

virtual11:30am-3:00pm
TBD - NovemberEmployer TrekHorizon Collective: Climate, Sustainability & Engineering Trek 

 Visit companies in the climate/sustainability/engineering industry to learn more about the company, culture, and job opportunities. Tour their offices, meet employees in various job areas, ask questions, and network.

offsiteTBD
11/5/2026Employer Session

Meet The BFFs

 Network with recruiters and alumni from some of the biggest companies in the Bay Area! Learn about the companies, their industry and culture, learn about the various roles and career paths, and build your professional network.

Bermann Conference Room5:00pm-7:00pm
11/10/2026Workshop

LinkedIn and Lattes

 Learn how to make your LinkedIn profile stand out and enjoy a latte while you're here.

McLaren 25011:45am - 12:30pm


Did you miss one of our Career Workshops?  Browse past slide presentations below.​​

 

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1/31 Resume and Cover Letter Crash Course: Slide Deck 

How to Get a Job in 30 Minutes: Slide Deck

Job Fest Prep Workshop: Slide Deck 

Graduate Student LinkedIn and Networking Workshop: Slide Deck

Navigating a Career Pivot: Slide Deck

Last Chance for Internships: Slide Deck

Is advising available during the summer?

Yes! Career counselors are available all summer to meet with you virtually. 

Can I make appointments after graduation?

Yes! You have access to as many appointments as you need for a year after graduation.  To make an appointment after you have graduated please call our front desk at 415-422-6216. Alumni more than one year post-grad get one complimentary 1-hour appointment with a career counselor per calendar year ($75 for three additional 30-minute sessions).

How long do I have access to my Handshake account?

Your Handshake account does not expire. As long as you have your login information, you can access your account.

When’s the last day for Linkedin Learning?

For students graduating in May 2020, the last day to use Linkedin Learning for free is May 31, 2020. If you're not graduating this month, you can keep using it.

When will USF services stop being available for graduate students?

Students have unlimited access to USF Career Services for free for a full year after graduation. After that first year, you can still use career services, but there will be a fee. 

Any advice on how to turn a summer internship into a long-term gig?

During the internship, I'd recommend having one-on-one meetings with different people in the organization to not only make sure everyone knows you, but to also get a sense of what they do and what's needed. Having a positive attitude and being professional (e.g. always on time, reliable, dress appropriately, etc) is important too! Early on, have a meeting with your direct supervisor to set goals, then have a meeting towards the end to clearly express your interest in the company and opportunities to continue working with them! Put together a list of all the great work, projects, and contributions you've made during your time as an intern to show how invested you are. Make sure that you demonstrate how valuable you are to the organization during the duration of your internship. Sometimes your internship placement might not have the capacity or need to hire an employee at the time, but don't let that discourage you from letting them know about your interest because they could even connect you to your next opportunity at a similar organization.