Transfer Student Career Resource Center

Welcome to UChicago!

Congratulations and welcome, transfer students! We’re so excited that you’re joining the UChicago community.

Throughout your time in the College, Career Advancement will work closely with you to help you achieve your career goals.  

Explore this page to learn more about the special career resources UChicago offers to help transfer students get on the fast track to success!

Continue Your Career Journey: Opportunities for Transfer Students

Hit the ground running by taking advantage of these special opportunities for transfer students:

TRANSFER STUDENT CAREER KICKOFF

Join us on Tuesday, October 3rd at 4:30pm for the Transfer Student Fall Quarter Career Kickoff. This event features a panel of upperclass transfer students who will offer advice for navigating professional development at UChicago. Our panel will be followed by a networking opportunity, where new and old students alike are invited to connect. Sign up on Handshake here!

Meet with Your Career Adviser

Your assigned career adviser will help you craft your resume, find career opportunities in your field of interest, and create a personalized roadmap to securing a meaningful opportunity.

To schedule an advising appointment, log in to UChicago Handshake, click Career Center > Appointments > Schedule a New Appointment. Under “1st Year Assigned Adviser” you’ll see appointment availability to meet with your career adviser!

STUDENT RECRUITING GUIDELINES

The Student Recruiting Guidelines apply to all students and Career Advancement programs, including employer recruiting events and the Jeff Metcalf Internship Program. Please complete the guidelines using the Handshake survey here to gain full access to UChicago Handshake! If you have any questions, please contact your career adviser.

RESUME REVIEWS

Put your best foot forward with a personalized resume review! Get your resume checked by your career adviser to ensure it's in top shape to apply for campus jobs and RSOs. Sign up using this form!

Looking for resources to get started on your college-level resume or a cover letter for a campus job application? Check out our Resume and Interview Toolkit to get started with helpful guides and templates.

JOB SHADOWING

Connect with the UChicago network by shadowing a successful alum in their workplace for 1-5 days! This is an excellent opportunity to experience a "day in the life" of your dream job and meet professional mentors. You can sign up for an academic year or winter break job shadowing experience here. 

TAKING THE NEXT STEP | OCTOBER 23

Baker Dining Commons
5501 S. University Ave.
Two Session Choices (Choose One - Identical Content at Each Session):
5:00pm
6:30pm

Register here for Taking the Next Step, a signature event from Career Advancement exclusively for first-year and new transfer students!

Learn about the many opportunities to gain experience and develop your professional skills throughout college. We will share tips to translate your academic passions, skills, and talents into a post-graduate career – starting with planning for your first summer!

Join your career adviser for dinner at Baker Dining Commons and leave with an action plan to set yourself up for success!

APPLY FOR CAREER TREKS

Treks are career exploration experiences that bring groups of students to meet with potential employers throughout the United States and around the world. Participating students have the opportunity to expand their professional network, learn more about potential jobs and internships, and find out whether a particular career field matches their interests, skills, and values.

Applications and locations for Winter Treks can be found here – to receive the most up-to-date information about our upcoming treks be sure to sign up for our trek newsletter.

SHARING YOUR TRANSFER EXPERIENCE WITH EMPLOYERS

As a transfer student, you bring many unique strengths to the workplace. When you're discussing your transfer experience with employers, here are some qualities and skills that you can highlight:

  • Resilience
  • Ability to adapt to new situations
  • Comfort with risk
  • Identifying new opportunities 
  • Assessing organizational cultures 
  • Ability to articulate your values and goals

TRANSFER STUDENT CAREER TOOLKIT