Request a Career Development Presentation
Career Development & Vocation offers tailored presentations and workshops to support students’ professional growth across academic courses, student organizations, and special programs. Whether you’re looking to introduce career readiness concepts, help students explore career paths, or provide practical job search tools, we’re here to help.
How It Works
To request a presentation, please complete our Presentation Request Form at least two weeks in advance of your preferred date. We will review each request based on:
- Staff availability
- Topic expertise
- Capacity to deliver a high-quality experience
Once submitted, a member of our team will follow up to confirm your request or discuss alternate options.
Please submit a separate form for each individual presentation request.
Available Presentation Topics
We offer a variety of sessions to meet the needs of students at every stage of their career journey. You may select from the following presentation topics on the request form:
- Navigating CORE & Career Development Resources
Overview of tools, events, coaching, and digital resources available through CORE. - Writing Resumes & Cover Letters
Learn how to craft impactful and tailored application materials. - Searching for Jobs & Internships
Strategies for finding opportunities and using search tools effectively. - Exploring Graduate & Professional School
Guidance on deciding, preparing, and applying to graduate programs. - Preparing for Interviews
Tips for in-person, virtual, and behavioral interviews, including practice prompts. - Developing Career Readiness Skills
Overview of essential competencies that support career success. - Building Your Network
How to make professional connections and use them effectively. - Negotiating Salary & Benefits
Understand compensation packages and how to advocate for yourself. - Optimizing LinkedIn for Career Success
Tips on creating a strong LinkedIn profile and using it strategically. - Other (Custom Topic)
Have a specific topic in mind? Let us know on the form.
Audience & Format
We welcome presentation requests for:
- Classroom visits
- Student organization meetings
- Campus programs and workshops
- Admitted/prospective student events
Sessions are available in multiple formats:
- 15–20 minute overview (Navigating CORE & Career Development Resources only)
- 45-minute standard presentation
- 75-minute in-depth workshop
In-person and virtual options are available.
