UIC’s 5th Career Fair

 

 

On November 19, 2016, under the catchphrase “We Have More,” the 5th UIC Career Fair introduced the undergraduates to the world of diverse career choices and provided with an exclusive opportunity to seek advice from their alumni.

 

In the opening speech, Professor Jinbae Chung, Dean of UIC, emphasized the importance of exploring career options as early as possible while in college. Reflecting on his own experience, he said, “It is always better thing to find what you want to do in your life and the Career Fair is an excellent opportunity to do so.”

 

The first half of the program presented a diverse range of industries categorized into seven groups: law school, medical school, marketing, domestic corporations, multinational firms, investment and consulting, and the public sector. One graduate represented each group, introducing the industry broadly as well as sharing individual experiences in their respective positions. In the second half, the seven groups of alumni had their own breakout sessions. The undergraduates chose their groups to ask questions and to seek advice.

 

Professor Chad Denton, Director of UIC Career Development Center mentioned that he has even higher expectations for the future semesters. “Next semester I'm hoping to work with Underwood Global Community, Global Career Society, and possibly our new Social Innovation Center to come up with an ‘International Alumni’ or ‘Alumni Abroad Career Fair’.