Villanova students had the opportunity to attend the annual VU Fall Career Fair this past Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Students from all different years, as well as alumni interested in exploring full-time job and internship opportunities, packed the Finneran Pavilion.
This event featured a wide variety of companies from diverse fields, making it open to students from all areas of study. With 157 employers present, students had the chance to explore numerous opportunities and potential career paths.
Students were encouraged to dress in business casual attire and bring their resumes to introduce themselves to potential employers. While professionalism was a key focus of the fair, all of the companies were exceptionally welcoming to both undergraduate and graduate students eager to explore opportunities.
Leila Black, a sophomore chemical engineering student, was one of the many students in attendance this past week.
[My goal was to] practice my networking skills, get to know companies and potentially find an internship for this fall or next summer,” Black said.
“It is important for students to stop by since it allows you to meet members of these companies and speak about your interests,” Lilli Graff, student in the Villanova School of Business, said.
The Fall Career Fair is an excellent way to kick off the year, helping students connect with companies they are interested in working with. It also gives students the opportunity to discover new companies they may not have been familiar with before.
“I had never heard of URBN and didn’t realize how connected they were to some of my favorite stores,” one junior said. “I am definitely interested in looking into them and potentially applying for their internship.”
The Collegiate Water Polo Association, a non-profit athletic conference, sought a marketing intern for the upcoming summer. Calianne Timothy and Dan Sharadin, this year’s representatives, discussed the benefits of joining the organization and provided a general overview of its initiatives. As the association combines business and sports, it serves as a great example of how diverse interests can be integrated into a single enterprise.
On the other hand, Adam Jewell, a representative from the Delaware State Police Department, expressed his interest in students pursuing full-time roles as troopers and in other civilian positions. He emphasized that although Delaware may seem small, there are many opportunities within the police force, and they are in need of individuals passionate about law enforcement.
Many underclassmen shared their reactions after attending the fair.
“This is the first time I have truly felt independent and been able to speak to members of a company about my future goals,” one freshman said.
“I really admire the professionalism and how approachable everyone was,” another freshman said. “ It helped me get a better idea of what it’s like to work in business.”
From the Collegiate Water Polo Association to the Delaware State Police Department, there was something for everyone. Whether it was freshmen still undecided in their studies or seniors and alumni ready to commit to a job, the Villanova Annual Career Fair welcomed all students to explore their interests and engage with knowledgeable employers.
Overall, this year’s Fall Career Fair had an incredible turnout and connected both students and alumni to excellent networking opportunities, setting the stage for future career success.
