Welcome to February! As the spring semester gets underway, students are thinking about their next steps—whether that’s exploring internships, building professional skills, or planning for life after graduation. Your support in connecting students’ classroom experiences to real-world career opportunities is invaluable.
This month, the Career Center is hosting a variety of events designed to help students explore career paths, meet employers, and develop skills that will prepare them for success after graduation. We encourage you to share these opportunities with your students and highlight the ways they can engage with career resources throughout the semester. Your partnership continues to make a meaningful difference in students’ academic and professional journeys.
Upcoming Career & Networking Opportunities for Students!
Events are updated weekly. Check the link below for other upcoming events https://careercenter.blog.fordham.edu/professional-development-events/
Government, Law & Service Fair, Sponsored by the Institute for Humanitarian Affairs
Thu, Feb 5 | 1–3 PM | Rose Hill – McShane 303/315
https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/9e9f0866-2f84-4e13-a86d-7e27240596e8/student_preview
Arts, Media & Marketing Fair
Thu, Feb 26 | 12–2:30 PM | Lincoln Center – 12th Floor Lounge
Free Headshots
Thu, Feb 12 | 11 AM–2 PM | Lincoln Center – G-49
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1879714
Personal Branding & Online Presence
Fri, Feb 6 | 12–1 PM | Lincoln Center
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1879705
Experiential Learning for Athletes
Mon, Feb 9 | 5–6 PM | Rose Hill
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1887038
Languages at Work Panel co-sponsored with the Language and Culture Department
Wed, Feb 11 | 4–5:30 PM | Virtual
https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1877151
Supporting Our Seniors: Making the Most of a Gap Year
Thu, Feb 12 | 1–2 PM | Rose Hill
https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1880795
Humanitarian Careers Panel
Thu, Feb 12 | 5–6:30 PM | Lincoln Center
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/events/1883246/share_preview
FMA Tech Panel
Tue, Feb 17 | 5:15–6:15 PM | Rose Hill
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1898292
Interviewing & Networking Skills
Fri, Feb 27 | 12–1 PM | Lincoln Center
https://fordham.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1879710
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 platform's reach among your alumni and attract new mentors.
Save the Dates
“Just in Time” Job Fair (Lincoln Center)
April 9, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can staff & faculty connect with the Career Center?
Faculty/staff can contact us directly to partner on events or gain access to any of our resources
How can my department or employers advertise jobs or internships?
Use Handshake, our password-protected site, exclusively for Fordham students and alumni. Contact our office if you need assistance. [email protected]
Where are Fordham Graduates now?
Did you know the Career Center collects information on where students have landed a career or graduate school.
Career Destinations: First Destination: Where your students land upon graduating from Fordham
Department Liaisons
Interested in having a career center department liaison? We can match you with staff who can send upcoming information on professional development events, employer events, and job postings to share monthly.