Choose the UIS Career Development Center as your primary resource for connections and preparing for a successful future.

Students may schedule an appointment through your UIS CareerConnect account, use the Career Suite open hours, email us at careerservices@uis.edu, or call us at 217-206-6508 for assistance.

CareerConnect

As of July 1, 2022, CareerConnect is now powered by Handshake! UIS Students and Employees may log in using the UIS credentials. Employers please use your organization's email.

Login to CareerConnect (powered by Handshake)

Event Recordings

Review recordings of recent events & workshops.

Career Suite - Spring 2025
January 21 through May 8

Career Suite Drop-In/Call-In Hours
DaysIn PersonOnline
Monday 1 PM to 2 PM in HRB 80 2 PM to 3 PM on UIS Career Zoom
Tuesday 10 AM to 11 AM in HRB 80 11 AM to 12 PM (noon) on UIS Career Zoom
Wednesday 1 PM to 2 PM in HRB 80 2 PM to 3 PM on UIS Career Zoom
Thursday 1 PM to 2 PM in HRB 80 2 PM to 3 PM on UIS Career Zoom
All time are in the central time zone.

UIS students and recent graduates receive same-day assistance with resumes, cover letters, and quick questions.

For other types of appointments and services, requests may be made in advance using your UIS CareerConnect (powered by Handshake) account. This  Appointments Tab video will show you how to do it.

Resources

Graduates’ Career Outcomes

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Class of 2022-2023 (PDF)

Career News & Notes

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Volume 1, Issue 3 - February 2025 (PDF)

World of Work Info(link is exte

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Career Bot 3000
Remixed by the UIS Career Development Center

Supporting the Career Development Center

Below is a list of the ways you can support the Career Development Center

To support the UIS Career Development Center or for more information, contact us at (217) 206-6508 or via email

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Upcoming Events

Virtual Career Prep for International Graduate Students
Virtual Career Prep for International Graduate Students
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🎯 Are you an international graduate student at UIS?Get ready to stand out at the upcoming UIS Career Connections Expo with…
Career Center On-the-Go - Information Table
Career Center On-the-Go - Information Table
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Learn about the Career Development Center resources and upcoming events.  Some dates we may be joined by collaborators in the Office…
Career Fair Prep Workshop
Career Fair Prep Workshop
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This online session is designed to help students prepare for the upcoming Career Expo on March 21st 2025. We will provide practical…
Career Center On-the-Go - Information Table
Career Center On-the-Go - Information Table
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Learn about the Career Development Center resources and upcoming events.  Some dates we may be joined by collaborators in the Office…
INSPIRE Your Journey, Empower Your Future
INSPIRE Your Journey, Empower Your Future
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In celebration of WHM25, and co-sponsored by the UIS Women’s Center and the University System’s Student Money Management Center…
C2C (College to Career) Exchange Coffee Hour
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UIS Faculty & Staff are invited to join the C2C (College to Career) Exchange Coffee Hour in advance of the Career…
News
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Jan 16, 2025
Businesses and organizations are invited to take part in the UIS Career Connections Expo
Businesses and organizations are encouraged to register for the Career Connections Expo at the University of Illinois Springfield. The Expo will be held from…
Nov 01, 2024
Presenter Proposals For Leadership Conference
UIS is a member of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. RISE Springfield, the young professionals program from the chamber, is planning a Leadership…
Aug 13, 2024
Donations Appreciated for the UIS Professional Clothing Closet
As we head into the new school year and new season, you may be reviewing your closet and making some changes. If you have professional items in excellent…
Jul 19, 2024
Registration Open for the Foot in the Door Fair - August 29
Greetings!  We are excited to announce that employer registration is now open for the UIS Foot in the Door Fair set to take place on …
Jun 18, 2024
Leadership Lived Experience Application - Submit by June 21
We are pleased to announce that the 2024-2025 UIS Leadership Lived Experience (LLE) application is now available. The LLE program was launched in December…