August Career Treks

Jumpstart your recruiting prep by applying for an August career trek! On UChicago career treks, students travel to cities across the U.S. and around the world to network with leading employers.

For August 2026, Career Advancement will send two career treks to Hong Kong. Students will have the opportunity to meet leading corporate and financial services employers. These will be a great fit if you're interested in global business or working in the Asia-Pacific region!

August 2026 Hong Kong Trek Dates

  • August 24-26: Finance

  • August 27-28: Business

The application will be posted later in the academic year.

Hong Kong Skyline

Student Costs

Students are responsible for the following trek costs:

  • Airfare to and from the trek destination

  • Transportation to and from airports

  • Lunches and dinners

  • A program fee between $150-$550 depending on trek destination and length: these fees are used for the group's hotel accommodations and transportation between visits; Career Advancement will book the hotel and arrange ground transportation for all employer visits and any group events

Financial assistance is available for eligible students, including Odyssey Scholars and those receiving University aid. Students can indicate their interest in applying for assistance in the trek application form.

Trek Program Fee Amounts

Domestic Treks:

  • 1.5 Days: $150

  • 2 or 2.5 Days: $300

International Treks:

  • 2 or 2.5 Days: $300

  • 3 Days: $450

  • 4+ Days: $550