We are currently in unprecedented times, having suddenly experienced a tremendous disruption to the workplace and job market. 2015-2020 grads are invited to join us for a free Zoom discussion on job searches in the current employment landscape. Presented by UVA Alumni Career Services advisors Amanda Panarese (Col ’99), Director, and Liz Sprouse, Associate Director.
We are currently in unprecedented times, having suddenly experienced a tremendous disruption to the workplace and job market. Whether you have experienced job loss, are adjusting to remote work, or are planning a job search or career transition unrelated to COVID-19, we know you have questions! Join us for a free Zoom discussion about the […]
You want more from your career, but the thought of change feels totally overwhelming. Maybe you feel undervalued, bored, or burned out. Maybe you enjoy your job, but lack a path to advance. When it comes to making change, we are conditioned to see risk. But the greater risk is not taking one at all. […]
Ask us anything! Seeking that next great job, getting ready to ask for that promotion, or finishing your grad school application? Director of Alumni Career Services Amanda Panarese (Col ’99) and Senior Career Advisor Liz Sprouse are here to answer ANY of your career-related questions. Can’t make the live event? Send your questions in advance […]
From your first job out of college, to the day you decide to hang it up, your career path will include challenges, detours, and unexpected twists and turns. Elation, disappointment, satisfaction, confusion…they’re all part of the journey. No matter where you are on your career course, join leadership expert Betty Shotton (Col ’74) in examining […]
Graduate students and postdocs receive a wealth of information and mentorship on securing an academic position. But what about when you decide to pursue professional options in industry, nonprofit, or government? This workshop by Fatimah Williams, Ph.D., (Col ’02) shares popular nonacademic careers for PhDs, and provides a 5 step framework for launching an effective […]
Stuck, drained or beyond fed up by your job and ready to quit (but don’t know what you should do next?). No problem! Join Christie Mims (Col ’00), Founder of the Revolutionary Club—a Forbes Top 100 Website for your career—as she shows you: The big mistake you may be making right this moment as you […]
Changing jobs or careers can be a daunting task, to say the least. You must navigate online jobs boards, work with Applicant Tracking Systems, write a resume that stands out along with a compelling cover letter, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and develop interview skills that will help you close the deal. You may sometimes feel […]
We’ve all heard about someone who is a “consultant.” Have you ever wondered if that’s the right career for you? Join Parke Muth (Col ’79), a consultant to consultants, as he takes you inside the world of consulting. What exactly is consulting? How does someone get into consulting? What are some of the future trends […]
Are you worried that your applications are going into a black hole? How do you help your resume and cover letter stand out in a crowded job search market? Join award-winning author and regular Friday Forum presenter Danny Rubin (Col ’06) as he shares his innovative approach to job/internship applications. He will change your thinking […]
Let’s face it, career transitions can be tricky. Whether you’re changing sectors, industries, organizations, countries, or functions—or ramping up or ramping down—many of us struggle to navigate the necessary changes for a successful transition, both personal and professional. Having made nearly two dozen career transitions in the past 30 years, Perry Yeatman (Col ’86) now […]
Communication skills are critical to any career. That’s because people who write and speak with confidence are able to move ahead faster than the competition. Join UVA alumnus and author Danny Rubin for a practical webinar on how to impress an employer at different stages of the hiring process. Danny will walk you step-by-step through […]