Career Events

Autumn 2024 Career Fairs/Events

The Ohio State University Career and Internship Fair 
In-person: Wednesday, September 18 from 1:00-5:00pm at the Ohio Union
Virtual: Thursday, September 19 from 2:00-6:00pm on Handshake

Professional headshots are available for students to get during the in-person fair. 

Career Fair AMA (Ask me Anything) Sessions

Not sure what to expect at a career fair or have questions? Attend a Career Fair AMA (Ask Me Anything) session hosted by Buckeye Careers! These informal sessions allow students to drop-in to ask questions and learn more about career fairs. 

Thursday, August 29 from 2-2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 4 from 10:30-11 a.m.

Tuesday, September 10 from 6-6:30 p.m.

Register on Handshake. Search "Buckeye Careers - Career Fair AMA (Ask Me Anything)".

Students can visit the Career and Preparation page for great tips before, during, and after fairs.

Autumn 2024 Workshop Schedule

Drop-In Resume Reviews:

 Make sure your resume is career fair ready! Stop by to receive feedback from a career services staff member. Registration is not required but encouraged.

How to Talk to Employers at a Career Fair

Ever wonder what to say or ask when chatting with an employer at a fair? You will learn best practices and tips on how to network with employers and what questions to ask.

What is a Virtual Career Fair?

Whether you've never attended a career fair or have participated in the past, this session will help you make the most of this event and answer any questions. 

Handshake 101

Learn valuable tips and insight on how to best prepare for your Handshake profile and research participating companies. 

Disability Etiquette at OSU - A Session for Everyone with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities

Have questions about disabilities or how to be an ally at OSU? You’ll leave this session knowing about the most common disabilities at U.S. colleges and universities, the language and actions you can use to be an ally to your peers every day, and the process of disclosing a disability.

Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Fall Career Fair
Thursday September 26th 1:00-5:00pm at the Fawcett Center
The event is open to all Ohio State students and recent alumni with an interest within the food, agricultural, and environmental sciences industries. https://cfaescareers.osu.edu/career-fairs 

The Ohio State University Science, Health & Wellness Career Fair
In person: Tuesday October 1st from 12:00-4:00pm at the Ohio Union Performance Hall
The Science, Health & Wellness Career Fair is a career fair focused on positions in the sciences and has newly expanded to better encompass the fields of healthcare, wellness, and social impact
Register to attend on Handshake. Link: https://osu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/49106/student_preview?token=vuoxfTYrZ3ncKlrpBizIsameMl9stgeh_vkAv82BBoXsepVHPZckTw  

Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event
Tuesday October 22nd (virtual) 11:00am-2:00pm
For graduate students seeking industry positions
Register to attend on Handshake. Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/48526/employer_preview?token=JJQ47O68_eavMMSzQeskg5Ez-EVxNiV-twXbWSNQl3qhMH7xKESHyQ