COVID-19 Spring 2021 Update
This spring may look different, but we plan to continue offering the same quality services our students, alumni, and employers have come to expect from us. If you have any specific questions, please contact careerservices@richmond.edu.
Princeton Review Names Career Services in Top 10
The Princeton Review has recognized UR as #6 for Best Career Services and Best Schools for Internships in its 2021 edition of its college guide, "The Best 386 Colleges."
Upcoming Career Events
- Googleyness and Leadership Interviews: Tips, Tricks, and Common MistakesFeb257:00 PM - 7:30 PMWhen interviewing for a University Graduate role at Google, part of the process will include a “Googleyness and... Continue reading
- Federal FridaysFeb2612:30 PM - 1:30 PMFederal Fridays is a series of virtual chats that allow students to learn from Spider alumni and friends of the... Continue reading
- Creative Career ConversationsFeb261:00 PM - 3:00 PMCreative Career Conversations is a series of virtual chats that allow students to learn from Spider alumni and friends... Continue reading
- Internship Search WorkshopMar015:00 PM - 6:00 PMThe pandemic has introduced new obstacles when it comes to finding an internship. Let us help! Come learn about... Continue reading
- Back to Basics: Resumes & Cover LettersMar0212:00 PM - 1:00 PMThe “Back to Basics” series is designed for those who have been in the workforce for a bit (or longer), and... Continue reading
- Science Careers Under the MicroscopeMar026:00 PM - 7:30 PMIf you've ever found yourself asking the question "what can I do with my science degree?" then this program is for you.... Continue reading
- Peace Corps: Special Panel Event- Careers in ServiceMar0312:00 PM - 1:00 PMServe at home or abroad. Join Peace Corps for a panel discussion featuring representatives from the Peace Corps,... Continue reading
- Federal FridaysMar052:30 PM - 3:30 PMFederal Fridays is a series of virtual chats that allow students to learn from Spider alumni and friends of the... Continue reading
- Back to Basics: LinkedInMar0912:00 PM - 1:00 PMThe “Back to Basics” series is designed for those who have been in the workforce for a bit (or longer), and... Continue reading
- Beyond the Job Description: What Employers Really Want and How International Students Can Prepare For ItMar095:00 PM - 6:00 PMSoft skills, such as networking and interviewing, are a crucial part of the job search process. Come to this virtual... Continue reading
Spider Career Blog
- Reducing Screen Time in a Virtual World
Between working and learning from home for nearly the last year, it feels like we’re living life almost exclusively through a screen. And too much screen time wreaks havoc with us mentally and physically. So, let’s talk about some simple ways to get away from the screen. - Spring Forward with Your Career Goals
As you embark on the spring semester, kick things off the right way with Career Services! - Finding Balance in the Holiday Season
Five things to focus on with your job search during the holiday season so that you can feel productive, while also not over-tasking yourself. - A&S NEXT 2021 – Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about A&S NEXT? We have answers! - Successfully Interviewing for Remote/Work From Home Jobs
This post features a list of skills that are all important in remote work jobs, and really focus on your work styles and habits (read: soft skills.) - LinkedIn Stories: Keep it Professional
LinkedIn just launched “Stories,” which, according to their website, “enables members and organizations to share images and short videos of their everyday professional moments.” Learn the "do's and don'ts" of this new feature! - Avoiding Job Scams
Those who are looking for jobs look through many, many job postings on a weekly basis. Of the millions of job postings listed, there are also many illegitimate job postings. Scammers will continue to evolve and invent new ways to take advantage of job seekers. But, there are some tell-tale signs of job scams, we’ll explore that and how to avoid them. - Upcoming Graduate School/Professional Fairs – Oct and Nov 2020
If you're interested in graduate or professional school, there are various upcoming virtual fairs open to Richmond students. - Foundational, Intermediate, and Advanced Programming
Here is an overview of our program categories to give you a better idea of which program has content that would be valuable to you. - Book and Podcast Recommendations
Book and podcast recommendations from our career advisors.
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Career Services, Tyler Haynes Commons
28 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Phone: (804) 289-8547
Email: careerservices@richmond.edu
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University of Richmond, VA 23173
(804) 289-8000
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