UVA Alumni Career Development Week

Inspired by our mission to empower alumni to plan, develop, and manage their careers for a lifetime by providing trusted, knowledgeable guidance and support, Alumni Career Services is excited to offer a week of virtual career programming designed to support you on your career journey. Alumni of all career stages and career affiliations are invited to join us for four days of learning, discussion, and networking.

Overview of Career Development Week:

Session 1 begins at 12:30 p.m. ET | Session 2 begins at 3:00 p.m. ET

Monday, November 13

• Session 1: LinkedIn for Job Searching
• Session 2: Let's Network: Consulting

Tuesday, November 14

• Session 1: Today's Dynamic Job Market and the Job Search
• Session 2: Let's Network: Entrepreneurship

Wednesday, November 15

• Session 1: What's Next? Successfully Navigating Career Transitions
• Session 2: Let's Network: Healthcare & Life Sciences

Thursday, November 16

• Session 1: ACS Virtual Drop-In Advising
• Session 2: Let's Network: Tech

Session Descriptions:

LinkedIn for Job Searching

This interactive webinar will show how data reveals what matters most in today’s job market, contrary to conventional wisdom. Former LinkedIn staffer Jeremy Schifeling will share behind-the-scenes insights and help you optimize the rate of return on the jobs you apply for.

Today's Dynamic Job Market and the Job Search

Over the last few years, we’ve seen significant changes to the job market in the wake of the pandemic and other economic forces. Our panel of alumni talent acquisition experts will discuss current trends, and share insights and best practices you can use to steer your own process.

What's Next? Successfully Navigating Career Transitions

Whether your goal is to completely change careers, make a smaller pivot, or return to the workforce after a career break, career transitions require a strategy. Join us to learn how several fellow ‘Hoos successfully navigated their own career transitions.

ACS Virtual Drop-In Advising

If you are currently engaged in a job search or career transition, or if you are considering graduate school, we know you have questions! Join ACS Director Liz Sprouse for Q&A and submit your questions in advance.

Let's Network

Wanting to meet fellow ‘Hoos in your field? Considering a career change to a new industry? Join us for one hour of coast-to-coast industry networking! We will go through four rounds per session.