Upcoming career resource events

two students in cap and gown looking at rush rhees Led by alumni entrepreneurs, industry professionals, faculty, and Career Coaches, these events offer valuable tools and strategies for every industry, background, and level of experience—helping you feel empowered and supported throughout your career journey. Discover events with networking opportunities, resume workshops, industry-specific panels, and more.

Browse our events below and register today. New events and webinars are added throughout the year—check back for exciting updates.

Upcoming events

Friday, May 2, 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Let’s Talk Personal Narratives

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTCareer Conversations: Breaking professional inertia

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Taking advantage of networking platforms

12 - 1 p.m. (ET)

Virtual

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Upcoming events

Thursday, June 5, 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTRochester Connects in Washington, D.C.

6 - 9 p.m. (ET)

Washington, D.C.

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Thursday, June 5, 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTRochester Connects in San Francisco, CA

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTJob Talk: Taking advantage of networking platforms

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTRochester Connects in Toronto, ON

6:00 - 8 p.m. (ET)

Toronto, ON

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Tuesday, June 10, 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTRochester Connects in Houston, TX

6 - 8 p.m. (ET)

Houston, TX

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Tuesday, June 10, 2025

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTRochester Connects in Boston, MA

6:30 - 9 p.m. (ET)

Boston, MA

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Recent events

Career Conversations | Breaking Professional Inertia

May 2025

Why is knowing what to do in our careers so much easier than actually doing it? Whether you’re feeling stuck in your current role or frustrated by your job search, you’re not alone—and there’s a way forward. This is was an interactive virtual workshop led by leadership and executive coach Alex Pearlman ’07. He explored the science behind professional inertia and discussed how to move from analysis to action.

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Career Conversations | Overcoming limiting beliefs to find work you love

December 2024

Whether you’re looking to switch careers or simply want to find more joy in your current role, this session will inspire you to break free from limitations and pursue a life of professional fulfillment.

In this thought-provoking discussion, Certified Executive Coach Christine McCann ’91 will explore how mindset shifts and perspective changes can lead to fulfilling professional transitions. Discover the science behind positive thinking, learn practical strategies to embrace opportunity, and apply these new skills.

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Career Conversations | Job Search 2.0: LinkedIn + ChatGPT Secrets Revealed

November 2024

Hiring today looks very different than it did 20 years ago. The job market has evolved dramatically, and traditional resume submissions aren’t always enough to stand out. To succeed in today’s competitive landscape, job seekers must leverage cutting-edge tools.

Join Jeremy Schifeling, a seasoned leader from LinkedIn and Khan Academy, for a live webinar on LinkedIn and ChatGPT capabilities that will equip you with the skills to:

Discover your ideal career path
Build a fully tech-optimized LinkedIn profile
Ace your very next interview

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Professional Power-Up by Headhunter on Tap

March 2024

Elevate your potential with Professional Power-Up, the University’s comprehensive virtual career development series designed to propel your success from start to finish during a job search or career transition! Immerse yourself in a series of interactive webinars with personal access to career experts, Barbara Grossman ’77, P’10 and Jay Berger P’10.

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Webinar Library

View recordings and presentations of previously held Career Conversations events.

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