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Welcome

UMGC Career Services is looking forward to your participation in our 2025 Virtual Career Fair. This event provides the opportunity to connect directly with employers and is 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. View the agenda below to learn more about preparation events.

Agenda

Career Development Webinars
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Interview Like a Pro: Unlocking the Secrets of a Successful Interview

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Crafting Your Career Path: Resume Workshop for Career Fair Success

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Prep Webinar
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Focus on Arts & Sciences)

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Thursday, March 13, 2025
7-8:00 p.m.ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Focus on Business)

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Monday, March 17, 2025
7-8:00 p.m. ET

Prepare for the Virtual Career Fair (Focus on IT/Cyber)

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Preview Week
Friday, March 14, 2025

Starting at 10 a.m. ET Preview the Platform
Login to update your profile, explore company booths and apply for opportunities of interest.

Drop-In Advising
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
6:00-8:00 p.m. ET

Drop-In Career Advising for the Virtual Career Fair

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Live Event Day
Friday, March 21, 2025
10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Career Fair

Friday, March 21, 2025
10:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. ET

Virtual Career Fair Information Roundtables

Visit video roundtables and connect with organization representatives and alumni career champions to learn about various programs and opportunities to gain resume-building experience.

Friday, March 21, 2025
1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. ET

Networking Lounge
Visit the Networking Lounge to connect with Career Champions via Video Chat

Exhibitors

More to come

Frequently Asked Questions

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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.
REMINDER: During the fair, only recruiters can initiate one-on-one chats. All professional introductions should be posted into the public company chat rooms. Employers will reach out to candidates who are a good fit for their current opening positions.
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.
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


Employers employerservices@umgc.edu


Students and Alumni careerservices@umgc.edu