Career Events

Recruitment Events

Career Development Services offers a range of career fairs to fit every student's need. Our in-person, on-campus events give you the opportunity to meet and network with well known companies throughout the Southwest Florida region and beyond. All of the events in the section will also satisfy the Career Event requirement for the Soar in 4 program.

Event Name Date Time Location Additional Information
Communication Careers and Internship Fair Mar. 21 10AM-2PM Cohen Student Union Ballroom

This recruiting event offers students interested in opportunities to learn about the employers and careers that are available to FGCU students and alumni who are interested in working in public relations, marketing, journalism and related communication industries. All majors are welcome. Click here to see a list of employers Eagle Career Network

Teacher Recruitment Fair Mar. 27 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM Cohen Student Union Ballroom This event brings to campus over 40 public and private schools and organizations seeking to hire FGCU students or alumni into teaching positions. Education, English, Math, History, Art, and Music majors are encouraged to attend, and all majors are welcome. Click here to see a list of employers Eagle Career Network
Statewide Job Fair May 16 9AM-3PM Virtual Meet employers recruiting students and alumni for full-time and part-time professional opportunities. Open to all students and alumni from Florida's 12 public universities.

Workshops & Special Events

In addition to recruitment events, Career Development Services offers a variety of other event designed to enhance the career readiness of FGCU students and ensure they are prepared for the world of work. Register for events on Eagle Career Network.

Event Name Date Time Location Additional Information
StartSmart Salary Negotiation Workshop

Mar. 19

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

StartSmart Workshop | Closing the Gender Pay Gap is sponsored by the American Association of University Women. This is a 90-minute interactive workshop designed to give students the tools to better negotiate their salary when entering the professional work force.
Join us and enjoy complimentary pizza, receive a certificate for a complimentary interview outfit from Dress for Success. Register on Eagle Career Network

Etiquette Dinner

Apr 2

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Crowne Plaza Fort Myers Gulf Coast

Sponsored by Enterprise Mobility this event leads students through the proper etiquette to use when engaging in a formal business or interview dinner. Students will also have an opportunity to practice their networking skills while enjoying a free meal. Students must register at 239-590-7946 or email careercenter@fgcu.edu in advance or rsvp on Eagle Career Network

.Job Search Strategies - Find the job you didn't know was out there.

Apr 3

12:00PM - 1:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

A successful job search starts with a plan. Learn the do’s and don’ts of job searching and how to read a job posting.  Register on Eagle Career Network

Job Search Strategies - Find the job you didn't know was out there.

Apr 4

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249 A successful job search starts with a plan. Learn the do’s and don’ts of job searching and how to read a job posting. Register on Eagle Career Network
JCPenney Suit-Up Event

Apr 7

12: 00  PM - 3:00 PM JCPenney - Edison Mall Fort Myers

The Suit-Up Event is a collaborative event with JCPenny and FGCU to provide students, faculty and staff a special shopping event, in store or online, for select career wear with exclusive discounts not available to the public.

Resumes: Create one that recruiters will want to read.

Apr 10

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Tell your story through a strong resume that gets you through ATS and brings you one step closer to landing the interview.  Register on Eagle Career Network.

Resumes: Create one that recruiters will want to read. 

Apr 11

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Tell your story through a strong resume that gets you through ATS and brings you one step closer to landing the interview.  Register on Eagle Career Network.

Law School Information Session
Florida State University Law School

Apr 16

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Virtual

Thinking about law school? Whether you are just curious about law school or are closer to the application stage, there is much to learn at this event. Register on Eagle Career Network.

Interviewing Prep: Be the star in your STAR Statements. 

Apr 17

12:00 PM-1:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Have your skills shine through in your interview by learning and using strategies that help land you the job. Register on Eagle Career Network.


Interviewing Prep: Be the star in your STAR Statements.

Apr 18

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Have your skills shine through in your interview by learning and using strategies that help land you the job  Register on Eagle Career Network.


LinkedIn: Not just a networking tool.

Apr
24

12:00 PM-1:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Learn how to use LinkedIn for an effective job search. Register on Eagle Career Network.

LinkedIn: Not just a networking tool. 

Apr

25

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Cohen Student Union 249

Learn how to use LinkedIn for an effective job search. Register on Eagle Career Network.