UALRCareer

09/02/2026

📢 Currently participating in an unpaid internship?

Eligible students may apply for stipend funding through the University Career Services Internship Support Award Initiative.

Visit the University Career Services webpage to review eligibility requirements, required application materials, and submit your application.

📅 Application Deadline: September 6

09/01/2026

Not sure where to start with your career? We've got you. 🙌

Handshake and LinkedIn are two of the most powerful tools for college students—and we're breaking down exactly what you need to know.

Swipe through for:
📱 What Handshake and LinkedIn actually do
🔑 How to activate your UALR Handshake account (yes, you already have one!)
💡 Why these platforms matter for students
✨ Tips to make your profiles stand out
📲 Why downloading the mobile apps is a total game-changer

Here's the secret: Applying early gives you a huge advantage. Turn on job alerts so you're always in the know!

🔗 Activate your account: ualr.joinhandshake.com or scan the QR code on slide 3!

08/26/2026

👔✨ Suit up for success, Trojans! ✨👔
Join us for the Annual Fall 2026 JCPenney Suit Up Event! Get exclusive discounts on professional attire to help you look sharp for interviews, internships, and career fairs.

📅 Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
🕒 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 JCPenney at Shackleford Crossing
2600 S Shackleford Rd, Little Rock, AR 72205

🎓 Open to UA Little Rock students, faculty, and staff — don’t forget your campus ID!

✅ For faster check-in, activate your Handshake account here: ualr.joinhandshake.com/edu

👉 Don’t miss out on this chance to upgrade your professional wardrobe and invest in your future!

08/26/2026

✨ Table Time! Career Chat! ✨
Stop by our table at the Registered Student Organization & Department Resource Fair to learn about Career Services and how we can help with your next steps! 🚀

📍 Donaghey Student Center – Upper and Lower Concourse
📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM

Come chat, connect, and explore your career opportunities! 🌟

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08/25/2026

MEET OUR TEAM! 👋🎓

We're UALR Career Services—and we're here to help you succeed!

📍 Where? Reynolds Business Building - 2nd Floor, Room 250
📅 How? Schedule appointments through Handshake
💼 What? Resume reviews, mock interviews, and more!

✨ BONUS RESOURCES:
🤖 WriteSea — AI career coach
👔 Trojan Career Closet — free professional clothes
🏢 Career Fairs — meet employers

We can't wait to meet you! Stop by or book an appointment today! 💙

08/24/2026

The first day of classes hits different when you're thinking about life after graduation. 🎓

Sure, there's the usual: new schedules, new professors, new coffee orders. But somewhere between syllabus week and that first round of readings, there's a quiet question lurking in the back of your mind:

"Where is all of this actually taking me?"

That's not anxiety. That's ambition.

And the good news? You don't have to figure it out alone. University Career Services is here all semester to help you connect the dots between today's lecture and tomorrow's career.

Exploring majors? Need an internship? Nervous about life after college? That's literally why we exist.

So here's to fresh starts, full notebooks, and futures worth staying up for.

Happy first day. Let's make this semester count. ✨

07/23/2026

🎵 Welcome to the Summer Reset Series! 🎵

This summer, we've been dropping a new career development ""track"" every other Thursday to help you stay tuned to your goals, build your skills, and prepare for future opportunities.

We're closing out the series with one final track — all about turning summer momentum into fall action.

🎧Track 4: Make It Count — Plan for Fall
**Small Steps, Big Impact!**

Before the semester begins, take time to build your skills, grow your network, and lock in your next move. Whether it's a new course, a leadership role, or simply connecting with someone in your field, every step counts.

Stay in your rhythm 🎧 — and don't forget to check out our bonus tracks to match your career goals with the perfect song.

Thanks for rocking with us all summer long. Finish strong and make it count 💼

07/21/2026

07/09/2026

🎵 Welcome to the Summer Reset Series! 🎵

We're halfway through summer — and it's not too late to reset. Whether you've been working, interning, or taking time off, small shifts now can make a big impact.

🎧 Track 3: Mid-Summer Check-In + Refocus
**Small Steps, Big Impact**
Pause, Reflect, and Take Action

Ask yourself:
• What have I done so far?
• What do I still want to accomplish?

Then try this:
• Apply for 1 opportunity
• Update your resume
• Explore roles on Handshake

Stay tuned for the next track in our Summer Reset Series! 🎵

06/21/2026

"This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating every kind of father figure — dads, stepdads, granddads, foster dads, single dads, stay-at-home dads, working dads, and all the father figures who show up with love, support, and encouragement. 💙

Whether they helped you practice interview questions, celebrated your internship news, or simply believed in you during tough semesters. Their impact shapes your journey.

Tag a father figure who’s supported your career and academic goals. 👇

Happy Father’s Day to all who lead with care.

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