Career Center Operating Updates
In this time of uncertainty and stress, the Career Center is still here for you. Our staff are working tirelessly to ensure you can access our appointments, workshops, and employer events online. Please see below for the most up to date information about the status of our operations.
- Our hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern (some appointments may be available outside of these hours).
- Email (careercenter@american.edu) is our primary means of communication. Please allow 48-72 business hours for a response as email traffic has increased.
- Career advising appointments are taking place through Skype. You can schedule an appointment in Handshake and create a free account in Skype.
- In place of drop-in hours, we are offering 15-minute express appointments Monday-Thursday, between 2 and 4 p.m. Book an express appointment with a career advisor up to one day in advance.
- Our Spring Job & Internship Fair will take place online on Friday, May 15th. Many of our other employer recruiting events have also moved to virtual platforms, and our online workshops are in development.
- We are sharing updates in Handshake, through social media (@AUCareerCenter on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram), and in our Monday Recruiting Newsletter.
- We have added and are updating a Career Planning and COVID-19 Resources page with relevant articles and advice.
Please be safe and well, and let us know what questions you have. We are here!
Learn more about the University's response to COVID-19.
Contact Us
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Wednesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Contact:
Fernando, Gihan S
Executive Director
Butler Pavilion, Room 5th Floor
Career Center 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016-8033-8011 United StatesUpcoming Events
Career Fairs and Networking Events
4/21 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Disability Career Fair
5/15 | 1-4 p.m. | Virtual AU Job & Internship Fair
Workshops
4/21 | 1-2 p.m. | Salary Negotiation Presentation & Q&A Session
4/22 | 12-1 p.m. | Networking in Uncertain Times: Building Professional Relationships Using Virtual Tools
4/29 | 12-1 p.m. | Utilizing LinkedIn for the Job Search in the time of COVID-19
5/11 | 12-1 p.m. | Resumes 101 Presentation & Q&A Session
5/12 | 12-1 p.m. | How to Prep for the Virtual Fair Presentation & Q&A Session
5/13 | 12-1 p.m. | Explain Yourself! - Networking/Elevator Pitches Presentation & Q&A
Employer-in-Residence
If an EIR is full or if you cannot attend the virtual date, still click 'Apply' in Handshake and a copy of your resume will be sent to the employer.
4/14 | MDW Communications Office Hours
4/23 | Federal Emergency Management Agency (slots open April 9)
4/28 | U.S. Department of State (slots open April 14)
6/12 | Google (slots open May 29)
Employer Meet-Ups & Webinars
4/6-4/28 | Greater Washington Partnership - Captial CoLAB Credential Month
4/15 | 2-3 p.m. | Sapphire Strategies Employer Meet-Up
4/16 | 4-5 p.m. | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Graduate Fellowship Program
4/22 | 5-6 p.m. | KIPP DC Public Schools Teaching Residency Webinar
4/22 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Federal Emergency Management Agency Panel
4/29 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Graduate Fellowship Program
4/30 | 4-5 p.m. | National Security Agency (NSA) Student Programs & Summer Internships Webinar
Military Recruiting on the AU Campus
Read our message on the US Military’s Policy on Service by Transgender Individuals.
Career Guides by Major
Not sure what your career path might be, or how your major can help you get there? Use our career guides to explore the skills you'll develop through your coursework, how you can apply them in a variety of fields, and where to learn more about industries related to your major.
Connect with AU alumni for help with everything from general career advice to job opportunities. Sign up with your LinkedIn or Facebook account.
Career Center Library
The Career Resource Library contains more than 400 books and 17 periodicals. Come browse our collection and check materials out for up to four weeks. Enjoy free coffee and tea and a quiet place to work. Receive immediate support from trained peer advisors.
Alumni
Ugoeze's Story: World Bank
Learn how SIS alumna Ugoeze Achilike (SIS/BA '17) landed a full-time, paid position at the World Bank Visitor Center after getting her foot in the door as a volunteer.
Alumni
What Students Have to Say: Dira Hanifah
Alum and former international student Dira (CAS/BA '18) talks about meeting with Career Center advisor Marie for mock interviewing, and about recognizing and talking about your skills.