Happy Holidays From the Career Center
As the semester draws to a close and we enter the final weeks of the year, the Career Center would like to take a moment to express our gratitude for your continued dedication and support. December is always a time for reflection, celebration, and preparing for what’s ahead, and we hope this month brings moments of rest and renewal for you and your students.
Have a Happy Holiday!
In this issue, you’ll find updates, reminders, and resources to help close out the term and set the stage for a strong start in the new year. We appreciate all you do and look forward to the semester ahead.
Join RamConnect
Ram Connect is Fordham’s exclusive platform for students to access internships, experiential learning, and career resources. Faculty can use it to support students:
Share Fordham-only opportunities with students, including internships, research, and service-learning experiences.
Connect students with Fordham alumni for mentorship and professional networking opportunities.
Access Fordham-specific career resources to guide students in the classroom and during advising.
Support student professional growth by helping them create a co-curricular transcript to track and engage their high-quality, vetted experiences.
💻 Get started: 👉 https://ramconnect.fordham.edu — log in with your Fordham credentials and start sharing opportunities with students today!
Let us know if you'd like to help expand the reach to your alumni, to attract new mentors to join the platform.
Save the Dates
New Year, New Me! Kickoff Celebration
Lincoln Center | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | Noon - 3 p.m
Rose Hill | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | Noon - 3 p.m.
Spring Career Fair (Rose Hill)
January 28, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST
Our largest fair of the semester, featuring employers from a wide range of fields offering internships and full-time opportunities for students of all majors.
Government, Law & Service Fair (Rose Hill)
February 5, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST
A targeted fair highlighting roles in public service, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and legal pathways.
Arts, Media & Marketing Career Fair (Lincoln Center)
February 26, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST
Focused on creative industries, this fair brings together employers in media, communications, visual and performing arts, journalism, and marketing.
“Just in Time” Job Fair (Lincoln Center)
April 9, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM EDT
Designed for seniors seeking opportunities before graduation.
On-Demand Resources
Faculty Career Toolbox
An online page with dedicated resources and guides to empower our faculty members in integrating career readiness into their curriculum. Whether you are looking to introduce your students to the essentials of career planning, enhance their interview skills, or connect classroom theory with practical job market realities, the Faculty Toolbox provides you with curated resources that are easily accessible and adaptable to your teaching needs.
Want a Handshake Account?
Requesting ‘Adviser’ access on Handshake is to request a student account. This is intentional! To best assist your students, your experience should closely mirror that of a student as they navigate through the platform.
Simply fill out the details below, and we’ll create a student account for you and send a verification message to confirm your account.