Career Events for Students & Alumni

Upcoming events

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Using GenAI Tools in Your Job Search (Without Making It Obvious!)

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Generative AI tools can be a tempting shortcut, but can also produce inaccurate, inauthentic, or misleading results. Learn best practices to make these tools work for you.

Master LinkedIn: Stand Out and Elevate Your Career

Thursday, July 10, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

Learn expert strategies to optimize your LinkedIn profile, connect with industry leaders, and stand out to recruiters.

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Stand Out in Data Science Interviews

Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT

Prepare for technical and business-focused interviews with insight from a former data science hiring manager.

Previous events

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Career Spotlight: UX Research and Design

Wednesday, January 10, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

A panel of UX professionals discuss UX research and design roles, how these roles partner, and what skills and experiences to showcase to when applying for UX jobs.

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5th Year MIDS Student Job & Internship Club

Thursday, December 14, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

A working session with tips and strategies for your search.

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Career Spotlight: Product Management

Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST

How product management works at startups vs. big tech firms, the emerging role of a “data product manager,” and more.

MIDS Career Services Virtual Office Hours

Monday, December 4, 2023, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm PST

Join Laurie and Amanda for virtual office hours.

MIDS Career Services Virtual Office Hours

Thursday, November 16, 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

Join Laurie and Amanda for virtual office hours.

5th Year MIDS Student Job & Internship Club

Thursday, November 16, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

A working session with tips and strategies for your search.

LinkedIn Tips & Tricks

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PST

Valuable tips and little-known tricks to take your LinkedIn profile from good to great

MIMS Career Office Hours

Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Drop in for informal career advice, updates, and support.

LDP & Women in MIDS Gathering

Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

On-campus interactive session for Women in MIDS and the Leadership Development Program.

Building a Company and Venture Capital Investing: An Open Discussion (Part 4: Next Steps)

Friday, November 3, 2023, 11:10 am - 12:00 pm

An introduction to building a company and venture capital investing

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Alumni Panel: Leading with Equity & Inclusion

Thursday, November 2, 2023, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Alumni from various I School programs share their experiences leading efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

MIMS Career Office Hours: Chatting Negotiation

Wednesday, November 1, 2023, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Career services staff discuss salary negotiation and answer questions you might have about it.

Tips for Building an Experienced and Senior Leader Resume

Monday, October 30, 2023, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm PDT

Learn how to write an executive-style resume that effectively communicates your level of experience and your leadership and business value to employers.