Cardinal Career Prep is happening February 10–11, and student registration closes this week. This high-impact event gives students real-world practice with alumni, employers, and HR professionals—building confidence and career readiness before interviews, internships, and graduate school applications.
Your voice matters. A quick reminder from faculty and staff can be the nudge students need to sign up before the deadline.
What Students Can Participate In
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Virtual Mock Interviews with Alumni
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Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
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Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 4–7 p.m.
Open to all undergraduate and online bachelor’s degree students
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In-Person Mock Interviews with Employers
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Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
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In-Person Résumé Reviews with HR Professionals
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Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
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Students receive personalized feedback to strengthen their interview skills, polish their résumés, and increase confidence in a low-pressure setting.
Built-In Motivation
Every mock interview or résumé review slot a student completes counts as an entry to win a pair of Beats Studio Pro headphones—and students can increase their chances by signing up for multiple sessions.
Key Deadlines to Share
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By 8 a.m. Friday, February 6
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Sign up for VIRTUAL mock interviews with alumni
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By Sunday, February 8
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Sign up for in-person mock interviews and résumé reviews
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👉 Students can scan the QR code in the image or sign up directly at:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/CardinalCareerPrep26#
How Faculty & Staff Can Help—This Week
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Encourage or require participation in class
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Offer extra credit or release time for student employees
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Share the QR code slide in class, Canvas, or your department
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Encourage students to participate in both interviews and résumé reviews
A brief mention now can make a lasting difference in a student’s career readiness. Thank you for helping ensure students don’t miss this opportunity.
