COVID-19 Spring 2022 Update
Advising Appointments & Drop-Ins
Advising appointments will take place both in-person and virtually in spring. Students and alumni will have the option to select “in-person,” “virtual,” or “phone” when making their appointment in SpiderConnect (see below instructions.)
You can make an appointment in SpiderConnect by following these steps:
- Log in to SpiderConnect
- Click on Calendar/Appointments > Schedule an Advising Appointment
- Click "Request New Appointment"
- Choose "Type" and choose from your available options
- Click "Check Availability"
- Available times slots and advisors will appear on the right-hand side.
- Select your appointment time by clicking on the advisor's name.
- Complete the appointment form. You will receive a confirmation email.
Drop-in advising is available every weekday when classes are in session and is best suited for quick 10 - 15-minute questions. Peer advisors can help you review resumes, cover letters, conduct a personalized SpiderConnect tutorial, and more.
You can “drop-in” to meet with a career advisor or peer advisor at any of these locations:
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Tyler Haynes Commons 306 |
Monday – Friday, 2 – 4 p.m. ET |
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Robins School of Business, Queally Hall 273 |
Monday – Thursday, 2 – 4 p.m. ET |
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Queally Athletics Center |
Monday, 2 – 4 p.m. ET |
Programs & Workshops
We have many exciting in-person and virtual programs and workshops scheduled for spring, both for those who are just starting out or exploring their interests, as well as those who have a specific industry in mind. You can find a full list of programs in SpiderConnect.
"On-Campus" Recruiting
All on-campus recruiting will take place both in-person and virtually. To view a full list of opportunities, visit SpiderConnect.
Interview rooms, in the Career Services Employer Relations Suite on the second floor of the Queally Center, are available for students to reserve for the purpose of conducting interviews and other career-related activities, whether coordinated by Career Services or an employer/organization. Learn more about making a reservation.
Sign-Up for Our Email Distribution Lists
Are you interested in learning more about upcoming career programs and job/internship opportunities to help you define and achieve your professional goals? Sign-up for our email distribution lists to receive regular communications and stay up-to-date on the latest events and resources. We have industry-specific newsletters for Accounting, Consulting, Finance, Government & Nonprofit, Marketing, Communications & Arts, and Science and Health.
Not sure which industry you’re interested in? We have a list marked “general” perfect for students who are exploring! Learn how to update your distribution list preferences.
Career Services Resources on Blackboard
Career Services has on demand videos available for you to watch anytime on Blackboard. Some of these videos include recordings of our general programs, such as our Resume & Cover Letter, Connecting with Alumni & Professional Communication, and Interviewing workshops. We also have recordings of some of our fall industry-specific programs, such as Spiders for Social Impact, Obtaining Clinical Healthcare Experiences, Young Grads in Finance, and more. Get access to the Blackboard here.
Additional Resources
Our website and SpiderConnect are full of helpful resources. Check out our Resource Library for information on crafting resumes and cover letters, preparing for interviews, job and internship search tools, graduate school, life after college, and more! SpiderConnect also has helpful resources, such as Vault for industry research, InterviewStream for mock interview practice, and Real World Playbook for tips on how to navigate adulthood.
Follow our Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Spider Career Blog that are updated often with quick tips, useful links, and more.
Contact Us
If you need assistance, do not hesitate to contact Career Services at careerservices@richmond.edu or 804-289-8547.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a list of FAQs with helpful tips and resources.
Yes! In-person and virtual advising is available. An advisor can help you strategize your next steps. Schedule an appointment through SpiderConnect during our office hours, Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 5 p.m. ET. If you have any specific questions, please contact careerservices@richmond.edu.
Employers understand that these are unprecedented times and the pass/fail option during the Spring 2020 semester might have been the best option for the student. However, there are employers/professions that may require entry-level college students to provide transcripts as part of the job application; thus, may require a student to retake a class for a letter grade.
Micro-internships are short-term professional assignments—typically, they are paid.
Check out the ones offered by Parker Dewey.
Gain Experience
Any experience can be a valuable tool to help your career-readiness skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Think about your current connections and resources you can use to develop volunteer, short-term projects, or find a job that can be done remotely or safely in your community.
Learn more: A Career-Building Summer for College Students
Build Skills
The University of Richmond gives you access to over 14,000 free online training videos on LinkedIn Learning. You can learn to be more proficient in Microsoft Office, how to edit videos, data analytics, become proficient in a programming language, ways to improve your LinkedIn profile, and so much more. Simply log in with your NetID and password, and check out all you can do!
More ideas: 20 Best Free Online Certifications, Courses, Tutorials, Classes & Training for 2020
Dr. Laura Knouse at the University of Richmond guides you in building habits that will help you better set and accomplish your goals while learning remotely. Check out the three-part series:
You can also use this time to strengthen relationships, conduct informational interviews, or explore industries of interest. While these methods are not the same as experiences, they are still important tools in your career planning process and a good way to spend this time.
Because everyone is adapting to not always being able to meet in person right now, this can be a good time to connect. Reach out to alumni and other contacts you have met with in the past through programs, conferences, or family and job connections. Remember to be patient and professional in your communications, and understand if they are unable to help you at this time.
- Check out our networking handout to learn how to reach out to others
- 7 Non-Irritating Ways to Network Online
This is also a good time to clean up your online presence. Update your LinkedIn profile to include new projects and skills, and ask for recommendations. Do a Google search on yourself and clean up your social media accounts to represent your best professional online brand.
Check out our Resource Library to get started on your resume.
An advisor can help you strategize your next steps. Schedule an appointment through SpiderConnect, Monday – Friday, 8:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET. If you have any specific questions, please contact careerservices@richmond.edu.
- Interviewing Success handout in our Resource Library
- Six Virtual Interview Tips from our Spider Career Blog
- Set up a mock interview though SpiderConnect with a career advisor
- Practice using the virtual platform InterviewStream (accessible through SpiderConnect)
Use our graduate & professional school resources to explore next steps in your graduate & professional school application process.
If you are actively in the application process for medical, dental, or law school, stay in contact with the Pre-Health and Pre-Law Advisor, and check for regular updates from the centralized application services (AMCAS, CASPA, etc.).
You can also make an appointment with a career advisor to talk about your individual experience.
There is a GRE Test at home option available.
The Washington Center: Graduating in the Age of Covid-19
TAO Self-Help Treatment Modules: Using your Richmond email, you can sign up for free online treatment modules, to complete at your leisure, that cover a wide range of topics, including anxiety, depression, relationships, pain management, substance use, etc. Sign-up and complete an assessment that will provide recommendations for treatment.
Mindful UR Opportunities: Mindfulness practice is a wonderful skill to learn and practice to manage and maintain your optimal mental health. Visit here to learn about the various mindfulness opportunities offered every week.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Updated and expanded technical assistance related to the COVID-19 pandemic, adddressing questions arising under the federal equal employment opportunity laws.
