Career Success is designed to provide all ASC students with multiple opportunities to explore professions of interest and build connections between students with particular career interests and professionals who have such expertise. Be on the lookout for announcements about these programs throughout the year. Please use Handshake to register for events that look interesting to you so you can stay up to date on any information that changes.
Learn about our Career Fairs, Expos & Preparation Events
Arts and Sciences Center for Career and Professional Success sponsors a variety of events to broaden your awareness of career options and help you connect with employers. Follow our Events page to stay up to date about these and other career development opportunities. New information is added year-round, including in the summer!
To track the dates and times of career panels, employer information sessions, career fairs, webinars, and other events directed as supporting your transition from Ohio State to the workplace, check our events calendar on a regular basis.
Career Fairs
The Tech and Analytics Career Fair is an eagerly anticipated annual event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences' Center for Career Success at The Ohio State University. Designed to bridge the gap between innovative companies and emerging talent, the fair provides a unique platform for students and recent graduates to connect with industry leaders in the fields of technology and analytics.
The Science, Health, and Wellness Career Fair, an annual event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences' Center for Career Success at The Ohio State University. This event is dedicated to helping students connect with a wide range of opportunities in the fields of science, healthcare, wellness, and social impact.
The Arts, Creative, and Design Career Fair is an annual event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences' Center for Career Success at The Ohio State University. This fair connects talented students and recent graduates with top employers in the fields of art, creative industries, and design. It provides a vibrant platform for attendees to explore career opportunities, showcase their portfolios, and engage with industry professionals. Participants will have the chance to interact with a diverse range of companies and organizations, including advertising agencies, design firms, and production studios.
The Spring Career Fair is the largest annual event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences' Center for Career Success at The Ohio State University. This flagship event is designed to connect students and recent graduates with a wide array of top employers across various industries. It provides a comprehensive platform for attendees to explore diverse career opportunities, engage with recruiters, and learn about the latest industry trends.
With participation from over a hundred leading companies, including Fortune 500 firms, non-profits, and government agencies, the Spring Career Fair offers unparalleled networking opportunities. The event also features workshops and panels on resume building, interview preparation, and professional development, making it a must-attend for those eager to jumpstart their careers. Join us for a day of networking, learning, and growth as you take the next step toward your career goals.
The Summer Internship and Opportunity Fair is an annual event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences' Center for Career Success at The Ohio State University. This event is tailored to connect students with a wide range of internship and experiential learning opportunities for the summer. It provides an excellent platform for attendees to network with employers, explore various internships, and gain valuable insights into different industries.
Participants will have the chance to meet with representatives from top companies, non-profit organizations, and government agencies, all offering summer positions that can enhance their academic and professional journeys. The fair also includes workshops on securing internships, making the most of internship experiences, and building professional networks.
The Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruiting Event (GSPIRE) is an annual collaboration hosted between the College of Arts and Sciences Center for Career Success and the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University. This event is specifically designed to connect graduate students and postdoctoral researchers with leading industry employers. It offers a unique platform for attendees to explore career opportunities beyond academia, engage with potential employers, and gain insights into the diverse career paths available in the industry.
Learn About Our Signature Programming
What are Career Immersions & Treks?
Career Immersions & Treks provide students from the College of Arts and Sciences the opportunity to gain insights into career options by visiting industry-leading companies and organizations. Career Immersions & Treks consists of site tours, as well as panels, presentations, and networking opportunities with recruiters and hiring managers, many of whom are Ohio State alumni. Local and regional immersions are planned, as well as visits to a select group of top U.S. destinations.
Visit our events page to discover upcoming Career Immersions & Treks!
Are you interested in learning more, or are you an alumni who wants to host a Career Immersion Experience? Contact Scott Kustis (614.247.8698), Director of Industry Connections for Career Success.
Career Connections consists of networking nights focused on our arts and sciences students. The goal of the series is to connect you with alumni and other key professionals who’ve all secured a career in your career community of interest. Students will learn about career paths related to their interests and gain insight on job search tactics to use for entering the field.
Life Beyond Degree connects students to department alumni (or alumni from related majors) for the purpose of introducing career paths that may not be immediately apparent, highlighting emerging industry trends, and supporting the development of career readiness competencies among arts and sciences students.
Launch Your Career helps student learn from subject matter experts, who address specific topics that will help you in your discovery of career options and search for resume builders. The speakers will cover a wide array of topics over the academic year. If you have a topic to suggest, please share it with us – we love getting input from students! Send your suggestions to asccareer@osu.edu. Our Launch Your Career programs will make sure you have the information you need.
Before Attending an Event
The Arts and Sciences Center for Career and Professional Success has compiled many guides and tip sheets to help you prepare for networking and communicating with employers. Before you attend an event be sure to navigate through these resources to find information that will aid when you meet contacts. Make sure you do your research; you never know who you might meet and where a connection may lead!
After Attending an Event
After you have attended an event, you will want to be sure to follow up with the appropriate contacts you have met. Why follow up? It helps to build rapport with a contact you have just met and shows interest by giving you another opportunity to market your skills and abilities. It also lets the employer know you are a professional and comfortable communicating in a professional setting.
Below are some general tips to keep in mind when following up with employers:
- Follow up in a timely manner, no matter how busy you are. We recommend sending a follow-up note within 24 hours, but the sooner the better!
- If you plan to follow up by phone and are nervous, consider writing a short script about what you want to say.
- Keep a copy of your resume nearby in case you need to refer to it.