Hello, Creative Community!
We hope your post–Fall Break weeks are going smoothly amid the rush of midterms. Remember to take a moment to pause, breathe, and appreciate the changing season. Sometimes stepping back is exactly what keeps you moving forward…
Now is also the perfect time to double down on your internship searches, graduate school plans, and overall professional growth. The Greene Center has several upcoming events designed to help you explore your goals, make connections, and gain momentum.
Check out the events below, and don’t forget to take advantage of our drop-in hours or schedule a one-on-one advising appointment to keep your progress on track.
Greene Center and Career Community Programs
Connect with a Healthcare Professional | Tuesday, Ocobter 28 | 6-8:30pm
Interested in exploring a career in healthcare to commplement your creative mindset? If so, join the Greene Center for a chance to connect with URochester alums working in various healthcare fields to learn more about their experiences and to develop next steps in your career journey.
Summer Opportunities: Explore What’s Available | Wednesday, October 29 | 5-6pm
Join the Greene Center and Office of Undergraduate Research to learn more about resources, application process, and timelines to apply for summer internships and research experiences. Hear directly from students about their success through a student panel and Q&A session.
The Washington Semester Internship Program – Info Session | Monday, November 3 | 1-2pm
Join Mahala Mrozek from The Washington Center to explore their immersive internship program in Washington D.C. This is your chance to spend a semester gaining real-world experience in a field you’re passionate about, whether it’s government, law, international relations, non-profit advocacy, public health and beyond.
Global Pathways: Leveraging Study Abroad for Career Readiness | Tuesday, November 4 | 5:30-7pm
Enhance your career prospects by joining the Center for Education Abroad and the Greene Center for an engaging discussion on leveraging your study abroad experience to demonstrate career readiness. Discover practical strategies and tools to effectively articulate the skills and competencies you gained abroad, helping you stand out to employers, graduate schools, and other key career stakeholders.
Employer Road Trip: The Strong Museum | Friday, November 7 | 1-2:30pm
Join the Greene Center for a unique opportunity to explore one of Rochester’s most iconic institutions — The Strong National Museum of Play! On this road trip, you’ll go beyond the exhibits and get an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour focused on museum curation. Transportation provided, although space is limited. RSVP today!
Job Search in the U.S.: Networking Essentials | Friday, November 7 | 3-4pm
Join this hour-long session to learn how networking in the U.S. can accelerate your career success. You’ll discover why networking matters, how to build connections, structure career conversations, and use University of Rochester resources to engage with employers and alumni.
DMS: Resume Building Workshop | Thursday, November 13 | 7-8:45pm
Join Digital Media Studies and the Greene Center for a workshop on crafting a resume that balances powerful content with compelling design. Afterward, you’ll be fully prepared to bring your new resume to the Greene Center the following day, where our PCAs will provide a one-on-one review with personalized feedback to make it stand out.
Job Search in the U.S.: Maximizing Resources | Friday, November 14 | 3-4pm
This final session in a three-part series is designed for students seeking employment in the U.S. You’ll explore how to use tools like Handshake, Forage, Quincia, and the Meliora Collective to find opportunities, build experience, and strengthen your job search strategy at URochester.
Alumni Connected and Featured Opportunities
SLaaSH Start-up: Marketing and Design Intern | Hire Rochester | Due November 2
Gain hands-on experience shaping the visual and storytelling identity of an emerging startup. In this internship with SLaaSH, you’ll help design cohesive branding, craft marketing materials, and apply creative strategy across web, social, and pitch deck platforms to elevate the company’s public presence.
MAG – Art Museum Internship | Due December 31
The Memorial Art Gallery is seeking interns in various departments, such as curatorial affairs, library & archives, marketing, and many more. Don’t miss your chance to apply to this amazing opportunity before the deadline!
Have a great week!
Eugene Mont & Mindy Peet
Marketing & Creative Community
