Expand Your Network

In the 21st-century job market, your connections may matter more than ever. Good news! As a Spider, you’ve got access to a world-class network of accomplished, interesting people eager to meet UR students and alumni. Some people are born connection builders. Others may feel reticent at first. The truth is that you’ve been “networking” your whole life just by forging authentic connections around shared interests. Did you connect with current students or alumni before choosing UR? Networking. Ever talk to a friend about a class or professor before registering? Networking.

When it comes to career exploration and professional development, some of the conventions may be different, but the goals are the same. Whether youโ€™re just getting started or working to expand an already robust network, this area of our virtual center provides resources and tools to help you forge authentic, effective connections. Ready for more? Check out YoUR step-by-step guide to networking or theย Make Your Networking Action Planย section of the Spider Prompt Library on our AI for Career Readiness Page.

Apply now for the May Spider Road Trip to Boston

Explore startups, health, biotech and tech companies and network with UR alumni.

The deadline to apply for the Spider Road Trip to Boston is Sunday, March 22.

Don’t ๐Ÿ˜ด on the chance to visit startups, biotech companies, healthcare and more May …

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Networking without feeling fake: How to build genuine connections as a student

By: Keith Spencer, Career Expert with AI resume builder Resume Now

As a college student, you get all kinds of advice to start networking. Alumni events, on-campus conferences, and job fairs are all opportunities that faculty and staff encourage you …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Career Resources

Spring ’26 Career Calendar

Download and print our spring calendar of events. We add new events and recruiting opportunities throughout the semester. Be sure …

Career Advising Suite

Tyler Haynes Commons, Suite 306
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: (804) 289-8547
careerservices@richmond.edu

Interview Suite

Queally Center, Suite 201
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: (804) 662-3032
hirespiders@richmond.edu

Drop-In Hours/Locations

Tyler Haynes Commons, Suite 306
Monday โ€“ Friday, 2 โ€“ 4 p.m.

Robins School of Business Queally Hall, Suite 273 Monday โ€“ Thursday, 2 โ€“ 4 p.m.