UK Career Center Hosts 'see blue work.' Series Showcasing Variety of Careers

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 17, 2015) — As a part of its new "see blue work." series, the University of Kentucky James W. Stuckert Career Center will host various internship and career fairs across campus next week for students of all types of majors. All UK students and alumni are invited to participate and network with employers at these fairs running Sept. 21-24. The "see blue work." series takes the place of the previously offered Employer Showcase events offered in the fall and spring semesters.

 

Check out the digital catalog for the "see blue work." series above. 

"This is the university's largest consecutive series of career and internship fairs. From tech to nonprofit, pharmaceuticals to hospitality, there is a job or internship to be found by everyone," said Melanie Barber, employee relations director at the Stuckert Career Center.

Each of the “see blue work.” career and internship fairs are open to all students and alumni.

Employers at the first event, the Campus-Wide Internship and Career Fair, will be recruiting job seekers from any area of studies. It will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, at Memorial Coliseum.

Students wanting to work in engineering or technical industries are encouraged to attend the Engineering and Computer Science Career Fair, which will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Memorial Coliseum. The fair is co-hosted by the Society of Women Engineers.

The third career fair will focus on various employment options in the world of business. The two-day Business Internship and Career Fair will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 23 and 24, at the Gatton College of Business and  Economics. This fair will be hosted by the Graham Office of Career Management.

In preparation for the career fairs, the Stuckert Center suggests all individuals attending to do some preliminary research.

"The biggest mistake I see students make is when they approach employers and ask 'What does your company do?," Barber said. "Researching companies beforehand is imperative. Students and alumni should approach employers with purpose — learn about the company's mission and recent initiatives. Recruiters will remember those who have a strong base knowledge of their organization."

As part of the UK Division of Undergraduate Education, the James W. Stuckert Career Center mission is to prepare students to successfully connect with employers and post graduate educational opportunities. The Stuckert Career Center is here to help students explore their college major options and career goals, engage in the process of expanding their knowledge and experience of the work place, and to connect with those who can help students on their career path. For more information on the Stuckert Career Center and how the staff can provide assistance, visit www.uky.edu/careercenter.

MEDIA CONTACT: Whitney Hale, 859-257-8716; whitney.hale@uky.edu