Career Services

Career Fairs and Events

Fall 2026 Events

UW-Whitewater Career Services hosts events to help students launch successful careers, including career fairs, resume review dates, career fair preparation sessions, and more. These events provide opportunities to connect with employers and develop skills for the transition from college to the workforce. 

All UW-Whitewater students on the Whitewater and Rock County campuses as well as UW-Whitewater alumni are encouraged to attend and take advantage of our events. Check out our upcoming events calendar below to find opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. If you would like to see past events from this semester, click on the past events tab. 

Employers host many information sessions and professional development opportunities virtually as well.  Visit the Events tab in Handshake to see all of these events.

Are you an employer? Click here to view event information for employers.


Career fair booths Fall Warhawk Internship & Career Fair

Fall Warhawk Internship & Career Fair: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Time: 11:00am - 3:30pm
Location: Williams Center Fieldhouse

Looking for an internship for a full-time job after graduation? Be sure to attend the Fall Warhawk Internship & Career Fair to meet with over 155 employers about their opportunities. To view additional information, including a list of attending organizations for each date, check Handshake.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  University Center Hamilton Room during the Student Job Fair, 11am-2pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Student Job Fair

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Location: UC Hamilton Room

Time: 11:00am-2:00pm

Are you looking for a campus job this semester, or thinking about getting a job next semester? Be sure to stop by the Student Job Fair to meet with on-campus departments about their student jobs here at UWW! See a list of attending departments and available jobs on the event page in Handshake

Bingo night

Monday, September 14, 2026

Location: UC Hamilton Room

Time: 7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)

Join Career Services staff members and students from across campus for this fun evening of career-themed bingo for a chance to win some awesome prizes.  Limited to the first 280 UWW students to arrive.  View more information on the event page in Handshake.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Center of the Arts Atrium, 12-4pm
    -  McGraw Hall Room 104A, 12-4pm (featuring TruStage)

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Center of the Arts Atrium, 12-4pm
  

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  McCutchan Hall 112, 1-4pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Internships 101

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Location: Hyland Hall 1306

Time: 4:00-5:00pm

Learn about internships and kickstart your search by creating an action plan!  We'll talk about the benefits of an internship, why it's so important to get one, how to find one, helpful strategies & resources, recruitment timelines, and tips when applying. This event is open to all students.  View more information on the event page in Handshake. 

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Resume Cafe at Rock County

Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
Time: 10am-3pm
Location:  Allen Hall Atrium - Rock County Campus

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! For more information, visit the event page in Handshake.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Monday, September 21, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Hyland Hall Atrium, 12-4pm (featuring Blain's)

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Heide Hall Atrium, 11am-3pm
    -  Upham Hall Atrium, 12-4pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Career Fair Pregame & Mocktail Night

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Time: 4:30-7:00PM
Location: University Center Room 275

Career Services staff members and employer partners will host a variety of resource stations to help you prepare for the upcoming Warhawk Internship & Career Fair. Free non-alcoholic "mocktails", light appetizers, and professional photos will be available. Find the full event description and register on Handshake to receive a reminder!

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Heide Hall Atrium, 11am-3pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Accounting Fair Information

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Time: 4:00-7:00PM
Location: University Center Room 275

Meet with employer sponsors of the Accounting department to network and explore internships and full-time job opportunities.  View more information on the event page in Handshake.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Thursday, September 24, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Laurentide Atrium, 12-4pm
    -  McCutchan Hall 112, 1-4pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Resume Cafe Jitters Takeover

Resume Cafe x Jitters

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 8pm-10pm
Location:  Jitters Coffeehouse in Wells East

Join Career Services for our Jitters Takeover! Bring your resume for a review to receive tips to help you stand out to employers. There will be multiple staff members available to help you navigate career-related situations, and review your resume. For more information, visit the event page in Handshake.

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Monday, September 28, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Hyland Hall Atrium, 12-4pm (featuring Uline & TruStage)
    -  Andersen Library, 12-4pm (featuring MyPath)
    -  McCutchan Hall 310, 1-4pm


Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

Career Fair Prep Arts & Comm Edition

Monday, September 28, 2026

Location: Heide Hall Room 202

Time: 4:00-5:00pm

Get Career Fair-Ready: College of Arts & Communication Edition
Discover employers hiring creative communicators at upcoming Warhawk Internship and Career Fair and ways to make a strong first impression! This event is open to all students.  View more information on the event page in Handshake

Resume Cafe Fall 2026

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Locations & Times: Noted below

    -  Hyland Hall Atrium, 12-4pm
    -  McCutchan Hall 310, 1-4pm

Stop by our in-person Resume Café event for a quick FREE resume review in preparation for the Warhawk Internship & Career Fair hosted by Career Services! There is no preregistration for this event, just stop by with your resume! Click the links above to register on Handshake and receive reminders for a specific date/location.

UW-Whitewater Fall 2026 Occupational Safety Career Fair

Occupational Safety Career Fair

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: University Center Hamilton Room

This fair is open to student and alumni Safety-related majors looking for full-time positions and internships! Approximately 60 employers are expected to attend this fair. All Occupational Safety students are welcome to attend. To view additional information, including a list of attending organizations for each session and available opportunities, visit the fair page in Handshake.

Do You Have a Question About our Events?

  • Check Handshake for more information about these events.
  • If you have additional questions or are in need of accommodations to attend an event, email career@uww.edu or call 262-472-1471.
  • If you would like help preparing for a career fair or other event, Career Services offers appointments and drop-in hours for any questions you might have. Please note that we do not offer same-day appointments.

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