Welcome to Recruiting @ Penn!
Penn students have many opportunities to meet employers who work with Career Services. Employers conduct interviews, attend career fairs, or hold employer information sessions both in-person and virtually. All events and interviews hosted through Career Services are advertised on Handshake. If you have questions, you can connect with a career advisor by scheduling an appointment or reserving a “same day advising” meeting for quick questions.
Because many employers continue to rely heavily on virtual interviewing, students may also reserve a private room in the on-campus recruiting suite (Suite 90, McNeil Bldg., 3718 Locust Walk) to participate in interviews between 9:00 – 5:00 PM Monday – Friday. Reservations can be made here.
Interview Schedules and Coffee Chats
Each year hundreds of employers conduct first-round interviews with Penn students for post-graduate and internship opportunities. While interviewing activity is most robust in the fall, employers conduct interviews throughout the academic year. Employers may hold in-person interviews in the recruiting suite in McNeil or may opt to schedule their interviews through Handshake but conduct them virtually. Find out more here!
Employer Info Sessions and Workshops
Employer information sessions and employer-led workshops provide excellent opportunities for students to both learn about the particular organization and to meet representatives and alumni employed by the organization. Employers can choose to hold on-campus or virtual sessions. This is your chance to learn and network! Learn more about information sessions here.
Employer Treks
Embark on a transformative career journey with Penn’s Employer Trek program! This unique opportunity allows students to connect with industry professionals, participate in interactive workshops, and explore the inner workings of leading employers in your field of interest. Each trek offers a glimpse into the corporate landscape and provides a chance to network with professionals who have successfully navigated their careers. This program is fully sponsored by Career Services, and there is no cost to attend. Discover your path to career success by applying for a trek!
Career Fairs
Career Services coordinates a variety of career fairs each year open to students seeking internship and post-graduate opportunities across a wide range of industries. See the complete listing here! Both virtual and in-person career fairs are organized by Career Services.
Navigating Scheduling Conflicts
AI and Recruiting
As you embark on your academic journey, you may find yourself faced with the exciting opportunity of a job or internship interview. However, what happens when an interview clashes with your class schedule? This guide is designed to help you navigate the process of communicating with your professors and employers about interview and class conflicts.
Learn more about Career Service’s policy on using AI tools in the recruiting process here!
