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Build Your Network and Gain Practical Skills

SIS students have access to both the SIS Office of Career Development and the AU Career Center. The following sections provide more information about the programs hosted regularly by the SIS Office of Career Development. Our programs are designed to introduce students to networking and skills building in professional development. Meet alumni, hear from top employers, and get on-the-ground experience by attending events and programs!

Many of these programs target SIS juniors, seniors, and graduate students, but most are open to all AU students and alumni to participate. Students can see all upcoming activities and sign up for them in Handshake. 

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Mentoring

The SIS Mentoring Program connects students with alumni mentors for one academic year. The program is open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Students and alumni do not need to be based in the DC area to participate. This year-long program begins in September each year, with new applications opening up in August. 

Applications are currently open and are due August 28th. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

Outcomes: explore post-graduation pathways, learn how to create networks that support their goals, and move towards your next professional steps

Learn more      View this year's mentors

Site Visits

Industry Site Visits are in-person visits at the office of an industry employer. These educational trips offer students the opportunity to meet with professionals at an organization, including AU alums, learn more about that organizations work and opportunities, and prepare to engage in professional workspaces before entering their careers. 

Site Visits occur periodically throughout the year. When they are available, the sign up will be in Handshake. Students should check Handshake regularly for the most up-to-date information.

Outcomes: practice asking questions, dressing professionally, giving handshakes, taking notes, and meeting new professional colleagues all while learning about a industry top employer and gaining access to opportunities that employer has to offer

Job Shadowing

SIS partners with our top employers to give students the opportunity to spend a full or half day on the job with an alum. Visits may include observing daily work, an office tour, sitting in on meetings and/or helping with events, and informational interviews with other employees at the organization. Students will spend only one day with their Job Shadow Host, making this an impactful and susinct program.

Check back soon for more information and applications to apply for our next job shadow days in the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.

Outcomes: learn about your field of interest, enlarge your circle of connections and increase your network, practice professional skills, and build confidence in the field

Meet the Spring 2023 Hosts

Upcoming Career Events
Date Event Time Type Location Description
3/26/2024 Job and Internship Fair Prep: In-person Resume Station 1-4pm In Person MGC 200 Hosted by AU Career Center
3/25/2024 Pathways to Success: Navigating Career Transitions 7-8pm Virtual Virtual Hosted by SIS Online and Executive Programs
3/27/2024 Spring Job & Internship Fair 1-4pm Virtual Virtual Hosted by AU Career Center
4/2/2024 Interview Skills Workshop 6-7pm Virtual Virtual Hosted by AU Career Center
4/4/2024 US Department of State Employer in Residence 10-3:30pm In Person MGC 5th Floor Hosted by AU Career Center
4/4/2024 US Department of State Info Session: FSOT overview with Q&A 4-5pm In Person MGC 200 Hosted by AU Career Center and SIS Career
4/10/2024 First year Career Symposium 6-7:30pm In Person SIS Founders Room Hosted by SIS Career and SIS Undergraduate Student Council
4/16/2024 US Department of Defense Info Session 4-5:30pm In Person SIS 233 Hosted by Kogod Office of Career Engagement and SIS Career
4/18/2024 Translating your AU Accommodations to the Workplace 5:30pm-7pm Virtual Virtual Hosted by AU Career Center
4/22/2024 Graduating Student Sendoff 1-3pm In Person MGC 2nd Floor Hosted by the AU Career Center
4/22/2024 Prepare to SOAR –R, Results 4-5pm In Person MGC 200 Hosted by the AU Career Center