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From classroom to career: Internship tips that matter

Student News | Friday, February 27, 2026

Will Needleman, Advising & Career Services program manager, presents “Let’s Talk About Internships!” in Mitchell Hall on Feb. 25.

Above: Will Needleman, Advising & Career Services program manager, presents “Let’s Talk About Internships!” in Mitchell Hall on Feb. 25.

As Spring Semester heads toward the halfway point, Career Services is helping students prepare for internships and the job market. Students were able to preregister to attend either in person or virtually for an internship workshop last week. Additional workshops are planned throughout the semester, some in the coming weeks.

  • Handshake to Hire: Preparing for the Internship, Networking, and Hiring Fair
    Tuesday, March 10, at noon in WD, room 304.
    Read more and register.
  • Handshake to Hire: Interview Workshop
    Wednesday, March 11, at noon in WD, room 304.
    Read more and register.
  • Spring 2026 Internship Networking & Hiring Fair
    The Networking and Hiring Fair will be held on Thursday, March 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Center for Workforce Development (WD), fourth floor.  This event features exclusively paid internship opportunities, with employers actively recruiting and potentially interviewing on-site. Prepare for success by attending resume and interview workshops and reviewing participating employers. Read more on CougarConnect.

Students can also find all upcoming Career Services events at this Handshake link. 

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