Welcome

UMGC Career Services is looking forward to your participation in our Virtual Recruiter Session. The event is complimentary and open to all UMGC students and alumni. We encourage you to explore employer information and opportunities to find your best career fit. You can gain a competitive advantage by learning more about the participating organizations and attending our prep session webinar. This event provides the opportunity to connect directly with employers. View the agenda below to learn more about preparation events.

Agenda

Prep Session Webinar
Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Prepare for the Virtual Recruiter Session
Watch On-Demand

Preview Week
Friday, June 14-20, 2024 Starting at 10 a.m. ET

Preview the Platform
Login to update your profile, explore employer booths and apply for positions of interest"

Live Event Day
Friday, June 21, 2024 10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Recruiter Session

Friday, June 21, 2024 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. ET

Information Sessions
Join video roundtables and connect with organization representatives to learn about various programs and career opportunities.

Friday, June 21, 2024 noon - 1:00 p.m. ET

Networking Hour
Join a video roundtable based on your career or industry of interest to meet fellow attendees and connect with alumni career champions in the Networking Lounge."

Exhibitors

More to come

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, registration is required to attend the event. To begin the registration process sign into CareerQuest and register for the fair under the events tab.
The virtual fair is exclusively for University of Maryland Global Campus students and alumni who are seeking new career opportunities.
No, this event is exclusively for University of Maryland Global Campus students and alumni.
Yes, this event is an opportunity to interact with recruiters in a group chat and to have your résumé considered for open and future positions.
  • Chat topics may include current open positions and company culture.
  • Recruiters will initiate one-on-one chats with the candidates of interest.
No, you do not need to download or install any software to participate. You only need to have internet access.
  • It is recommended to use a PC or laptop to participate in this event.
  • Google Chrome and Firefox browsers will give you the best user experience.
Select the "Edit Profile" option to update your basic information and resume. Once you have uploaded your resume, you can view the document by clicking on the "Uploaded Resume Link" that appears above the file submission section.
View the Employer Matrix tab that can be found at the top of this page for a list of employers.
Identify employers with opportunities relevant to your career area of interest in 4 easy steps.
  1. Select the tab of your choosing (Career Area, Position Type, Security Clearance, U.S. Citizenship).
  2. Scroll through the first column to identify employers that align with your interests
  3. Hover over your mouse over the career area to reveal the blue expand icon with two arrows
  4. Click on the expand icon to reveal a pop-up box with a list of companies long with links to their career sites to explore and apply for opportunities of interest
No, a webcam is not required to participate. Some employers may have the ability to request a video chat, but you do not have to be on camera.
If you choose to use your webcam, make sure to do the following:
  • Dress professionally
  • Find a quiet place free from distractions
  • Use a blank or neutral wall as a background
  • Remove distracting photos
  • Remember to smile and to sit up straight
For assistance with registration, please contact the UMGC Office of Career Services at careerservices@umgc.edu with your questions.

Contact Us


Students and Alumni careerservices@umgc.edu