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Go Blue Career Jam | Events happening September-October
Join the University Career Center and our employer partners for a series of events to help you make the most of the Fall Job & Internship Fairs taking place this September and October. Listen to recruiters from industry-leading companies discuss topics such as transferable skills, navigating the career fair, and the do's and don'ts of interviewing. Take advantage of these workshops to set yourself up for success this fall and beyond!
Explore Go Blue Career Jam: https://careercenter.umich.edu/go-blue-career-jam-2025
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Resource Fair
Monday, September 22 from 3 - 5pm in the Ross School of Business Stewart Lobby
Interested in entrepreneurship or innovation but not sure where to start? Learn how to get involved and explore the many pathways that exist in the entrepreneurial ecosystem at U-M at the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Resource Fair. Connect with centers and institutes across campus whose sole purpose is to help you succeed in your entrepreneurial endeavors. Take the leap and make your ideas a reality.
First-Gen Futures: Unlocking Career Potential Program
Starting In October! Register by Wednesday, October 8 at 5:00pm: myumi.ch/N6Q6k
The First-Gen Futures Program at UM is a 5-week, in-person experience where first-year, sophomore, and transfer students connect, grow, and boost their career game. Join us to unlock your potential and level up your future! You will connect with peers, explore careers, and gain valuable insights to advance your future careers.
Brought to you by Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI) & University Career Center.
Public Policy Major Info Session: Core Curriculum
Monday, October 6 from 4 - 5pm in Weill Hall, Betty Ford Classroom (1110)
Learn more about the Ford School BA in Public Policy! Meet with admissions to learn more about the application process and the degree requirements for the Public Policy major. This info session will have a special emphasis and introduction on the core curriculum for the BA degree program.
Registration Link
Transfer Transitions: Getting Involved in Research
Monday, October 6 from 5 - 6pm in 1040 LSA
Register Here!
Curious about how to do research while you're here at UM? Join us for Transfer Transitions: Getting Involved in Research, an event featuring a presentation from the LSA Opportunity Hub coaches and the LSA Transfer Student Ambassadors. The presentation will cover the many different ways to get involved in research at UM, and the Transfer Student Ambassadors will share about research they've done on campus and their tips & tricks for getting started. There will also be time to mingle & ask questions after the presentations.
Transfer Student Center Games Nights
Monday, October 6 from 7 - 9pm in the Transfer Student Center (TSC) 1180 LSA
Come enjoy board & card games, hot cocoa, mingling, & a growing community of transfer students! If you can't make it to this date, no worries, we will have other Game Nights throughout the term.
Law Day / In Person
Wednesday, October 8 from 11:00am - 2:00pm in the Michigan League, 2nd floor
Law Day connects U-M students & alumni with law schools nationwide—right on campus! Get expert advice, application tips, and networking opportunities. All class years welcome. Meet reps, ask questions, and explore your future in law. On-site registration required!
Details & Registration Here
Mystified by the Internship Search? Register for Internships Unlocked! (For Sophomores and Juniors)
The UCC is here to help you get the most out of your internship search! In these series of community-based workshops, you'll learn more about key internship search strategies and resources, and employer recruiting trends. There will be additional time built in to actively work on your search and ask questions. Sophomores and Juniors can sign up for one of the series options:
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/bBUWtz9QmEbk8yNv7
Personal Statement Workshop
Thursday, October 16 from 3:00 - 4:00pm in 2001 LSA
Registration Link
One of the biggest hurdles for many in the grad school application process is the Personal Statement. This workshop will support you in the writing process. The Personal Statement requires a different form and serves a different function than other forms of professional and academic writing.
Together, with a Hub coach and your peers, we will work together to establish what makes a powerful and effective personal statement. What you’ll gain by attending:
Internships Unlocked and Exploration Studios to students- (For First-Years and Sophomores)
Meeting from 2–3pm on Fridays between October 17 and November 7
Not sure what you want to do after Michigan?
Check out our Exploration Studios. This studio is all about putting creativity and fun into figuring out what kinds of careers might be a good fit for you. We’ll dive into hands-on activities inspired by design thinking—think collaborating, brainstorming, and uncovering new possibilities!
Please note: This group won’t focus on resumes or internship search strategies. Instead, we're here to help you discover and learn about a wide variety of career paths, especially if you’re still deciding what interests you the most.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/rnLc14dd7QQiDMoZA
National Transfer Week October 20 - 24
For a full list of Transfer Week events, visit Happening@umich (tag "TransferWeek25").
Commuter Coffee Break
Monday, October 20 8:30 - 10:30am in 3009 SAB
Calling all commuting transfer students! Stop by for coffee and pastries and get to know other commuter students on campus!
RSVP here.
Public Policy Major Info Session: Professional & Academic Support
Monday, October 20 from 4 - 5pm in Weill Hall, Betty Ford Classroom (1110)
Join us for our Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy information session with a special focus on professional and academic support.
Registration Link
Transfer Transitions: I Know What You Can Do Next Summer
Monday, October 20 from 5 - 6pm in 1040 LSA
Register Here!
Join us for Transfer Transitions: I Know What You Can Do Next Summer, an event for you to learn about the many summer & fall 2026 programs and opportunities UM has for you to see the world & earn credit.
Transfer Student Center Games Nights
Monday, October 20 from 7 - 9pm in the Transfer Student Center (TSC) 1180 LSA
Come enjoy board & card games, hot cocoa, mingling, & a growing community of transfer students! If you can't make it to this date, no worries, we will have other Game Nights throughout the term.
Transfer Student Center Games Nights
Monday, November 3 from 7 - 9pm in the Transfer Student Center (TSC) 1180 LSA
Come enjoy board & card games, hot cocoa, mingling, & a growing community of transfer students! If you can't make it to this date, no worries, we will have other Game Nights throughout the term.
Cider and Donuts with the SLC
Tuesday, October 21 from 11:30am - 1:30pm in the Transfer Student Center (1180 LSA)
Come join the Science Learning Center (SLC) for some fall cider and donuts. Learn about SLC programs and services while connecting with professional and undergraduate student staff. This is a drop-in style event where you can come and go as your schedule allows.
M-Connect Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, October 21 from 4 - 5:30pm in the OAMI Office (3009 SAB)
Sweeten up your Transfer Student Week with make-your-own sundaes! Join M-Connect on Tuesday, October 21 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at the OAMI Office to enjoy an ice cream treat, a break from your studying, and the company of other transfer students!
Register here!
Meet the Interns
Tuesday, October 21 from5:00–6:30pm - drop in anytime in the Student Activities Building lobby
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Hosted by the University Career Center Dive into the ultimate peer-to-peer networking event where YOU get the inside scoop on internships! Connect with fellow students in small groups, hear firsthand stories about their amazing experiences, and discover the organizations offering these incredible opportunities. Plus, we've got you covered with awesome giveaways, PIZZA and a whole lot of FUN! Don't miss out on this chance to jumpstart your career journey.
Transfer Student Week Relaxation Station
Wednesday, October 22 from 1:30 - 4:00pm in 1180 Duderstadt Center
Join M-Connect and the Michigan Engineering Transfer Support (METS) on North Campus for an afternoon of relaxation! We'll have food, fun, and shoulder massages from licensed massage therapists!
RSVP here.
Euchre Night
Thursday, October 23 from 5:30 - 7:30pm in 3009 SAB
Take a study break and join M-Connect for an evening of Euchre! Not sure how to play? Don't know what Euchre even is? No problem (you are definitely not alone)! Euchre is a popular Midwest card game that may seem a little tricky at first, but we're fully prepared to break it down and ensure you leave a Euchre pro. RSVP here for a night of fun and food!