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Career Chats offer students the opportunity to participate in small virtual chats with Spider alumni to talk about career paths in a variety of industries and various other interesting topics.
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- Resume & Cover Letter WorkshopMar205:00 PM - 6:00 PMA resume is important to have on hand for internships, jobs, and a variety of other opportunities. Ditch the high school... Continue reading
- Analytic Partners Information SessionMar217:30 PM - 9:00 PMUR alumna, Kristin Moody, '96, invites you to attend an Information Session to learn about Analytic Partners and their... Continue reading
- Science Careers Under the MicroscopeMar256:00 PM - 8:30 PMThrough multiple panel discussions and informal networking, University of Richmond alumni who studied Biology,... Continue reading
- Career Chat: Designing a Career in the Fashion IndustryMar262:30 PM - 3:15 PMMarissa Klein Kay, ’99, knows a little something about dreaming big. She built a career in beauty and fashion... Continue reading
- Choosing a Major WorkshopMar265:00 PM - 6:00 PMBring your laptop to start exploring resources and majors during the workshop!... Continue reading
- Demystifying the Richmond Guarantee: Obtaining Funding for Summer Internships and ResearchMar275:00 PM - 6:00 PMWhat is the Richmond Guarantee? How to I access up to $4000 to support my internship or research experience? What do I... Continue reading
- Meet and Greet with MathnasiumMar2811:00 AM - 2:00 PMDo you enjoy calculating numbers? Do you like helping others? If so, you should consider stopping by the... Continue reading
- Peace Corps Spring Recruiting & Application OverviewMar283:00 PM - 4:00 PMMake the Most of Your World with the Peace Corps! ... Continue reading
- Spiders in Silicon Valley Road Trip Application DeadlineMar29All DayDon't forget to submit your applications for the Spiders in Silicon Valley Road Trip to San Francisco, CA by Friday,... Continue reading
- Demystifying the Richmond Guarantee: Obtaining Funding for Summer Internships and ResearchApr025:00 PM - 6:00 PMWhat is the Richmond Guarantee? How to I access up to $4000 to support my internship or research experience? What do I... Continue reading
Spider Career Blog
- Navigating ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) Like a Boss
Any recent job searcher knows the struggles of sending in applications, getting an automated email response, and never hearing anything again. During the Great Recession, employers were flooded with applicants and needed a solution that helped them quickly filter out the unqualified candidates. Enter ATS – applicant tracking systems have evolved, yet still remain a mystery to most and a seemingly impossible first step to overcome in the hiring process. Learn how to navigate ATS like a pro! - 5 Things to Do with LinkedIn
Ever feel like LinkedIn is this mysterious void, you’re confused and don’t know where to start – but feel like everyone else is on here and maybe I should be, too? You are not alone, my friend. LinkedIn is huge, but hasn’t always been that way. It’s organically grown into a mammoth of a professional site, yet still is untapped by so many who are on the site. The potential to start advancing your career with LinkedIn is huge, and we’ll talk about five ways to start using LinkedIn to get ahead. - Getting Back in the Game – Interviewing When It’s Been A While
You’re ready to make a change and back on the job search – congrats! It takes a lot of courage to make that decision. If it’s been a while since you’ve been through the hiring and interviewing process – it’s changed over the last few years. We'll teach you what to expect and how to prepare for the interview phase. - LinkedIn’s Hidden Gem – The Alumni Search Tool
Do you have a LinkedIn profile, but not sure what else you can do with the tool? LinkedIn has been around for a while now and it continues to innovate and meet the needs of users. One feature is often overlooked and underused – the alumni search tool – but it opens up a door of possibilities and opportunities to connect and meet with professionals you may never have a chance to meet otherwise. - How to Up Your Expo Game with The Fairs App
Download "The Fairs App" for FREE via the Apple App or Google Play stores before the expo. Here are three ways you can use the app to step up your expo game! - 5 Ugly Myths About Changing Career in Your 30s
Our career advisor, Becca Shelton, was quoted in Talent Culture's article on, "5 Ugly Myths About Changing Career in Your 30s." - Kayla Ortiz, ’19
Meet our peer advisor! - Meet Samara!
Samara Reynolds joined the UR Career Services team in March 2018 as lead for Business advising and programming. - Meet Becca!
Becca Shelton has been working with UR Career Services since early 2018, and most recently as Assistant Director, working with all MBA, SPCS, and alumni populations. - Lindsay Pett, ’21
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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
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