UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State students have the opportunity to attend one of the largest career fairs in the country at the University Park campus this month. Spring Career Day at Penn State gives students of any academic major or year the chance to learn about different industries, connect with leaders in their field, and jump-start their career.
From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Jan. 24 in the HUB-Robeson Center, nearly 200 companies will be recruiting for nontechnical full-time, technical full-time, internship and co-op positions. The Stuckeman School Career Day will be held simultaneously. Prior to the event, students should view the full list of companies attending and research key job functions that match their qualifications.
In addition to the job fair, on-site interview space is offered on Jan. 25 in the Bank of America Career Services Building on campus.
Matt Stein, program coordinator at Career Services, encourages students to attend the Spring Career Day to connect with employers and build a professional network.
“Regardless of what point students are at in their career development, this is one of the few times where recruiters actively come to campus and offer positions,” Stein said.
To prepare for various interactions with employers, students may read about what to do before, during and after the event on the Student Affairs website.
Ross Weinreb, career adviser for the Stuckeman School in the College of Arts and Architecture, coordinates the school’s annual career day. For the past two years during the COVID-19 pandemic, Stuckeman has partnered with Career Services to host a joint career fair. The Stuckeman School Career Day is specifically aimed at architecture, landscape architecture and graphic design students. The event brings in approximately 60 to 90 firms from around the country with more than 150 representatives, many of whom are Stuckeman School alumni. Weinreb noted that students should update their resume and portfolio before the event, research who will attend, and make a “game plan” for who they want to talk to at the event.
“It's important for students to attend to get their names out there and network with alumni and industry representatives,” Weinreb said. “These conversations can lead to opportunities for internships or entry-level positions.”
Visit the Stuckeman School Career Day webpage for more information.
Those interested in volunteering at the Spring Career Day may complete the volunteer availability form and will receive assigned hours via email prior to the event.
Students who are seeking assistance with navigating their career path, such as completing a job application, conducting an interview, or getting their resume reviewed, may visit the Career Services page on the Student Affairs website for guidance. Students may attend virtual drop-in hours or scheduled appointments, as well as in-person meetings at the Bank of America Career Services Building on campus.