Government & Non-Profit Career Fair at U of M Friday

Posted By: Kerri Carlson Anderson On: 2023-10-27
Posted On: 2023-10-27

Are you interested in learning about careers in the government and nonprofit sectors? Do you want to connect with employers who are seeking candidates that are passionate about making a difference in their communities?

Attend the 2023 Government & Nonprofit Career Fair Friday, November 3 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus – Coffman Union.

This fair provides a great opportunity for students and alumni to connect with local, regional, and national non-profit organizations as well as local, state, and federal government agencies for internship, job, and volunteer opportunities.

This year the event will offer two special sessions for participants:

11 a.m. to 12 p.m.: World Café featuring government agencies

12:30 to 1:30 p.m.: Keynote Speaker from The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

Fair attendance is FREE and open to all students. Please note, there is a charge for parking on the U of M campus.

RSVP is strongly encouraged in Handshake.

List of organizations attending the fair Over 60 organizations will be in attendance.

Why Should I Attend?

  • Opportunity to network with organizations who are interested in starting and maintaining employment relationships with Minnesota graduates!
  • Many of the organizations that will be present at the event will be actively recruiting for jobs and internships.
  • Other organizations may anticipate hiring in the next six months.
  • No matter what the organizations’ objectives may be, as an attendee, you can take advantage of speaking with recruiters from a variety of government and non-profit organizations to learn how your career interests may fit with their hiring needs.
  • Contact Saint Mary’s Career Services at careerservices@smumn.edu if you have further questions related to this fair or your job search.

For further information and resources to help you prepare to attend the event visit the Candidate page on the Government & Nonprofit Career Fair website.

TRANSPORTATION:
Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to/from the University of Minnesota and are encouraged to carpool. There is a charge for parking on campus. Check out the webpage for directions, parking/transportation information.

 

This event is hosted by the Minnesota Colleges & Universities Career Services Association which includes Saint Mary’s University Career Services.