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.

Event Recordings

Review recordings of recent events & workshops.

Career Suite (Advising Hours)
Spring 2026: January 20 -April 30

For same day assistance with resumes, cover letters, and quick questions please join us for Career Suite (Advising Hours) Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

UIS students and recent graduates may also request appointments in advance in Career Connect powered by Handshake. This video shows you how.
UIS Career Suite for more details.

Days	In person hours	online hours
Tuesday and Thursday	2:00 PM to 3:00 PM CST in HRB 80	in person only
Wednesday	only on Career Zoom	2:00 PM to 3:00 PM CST

Resources

Graduates’ Career Outcomes

Career News & Notes

World of Work Info(link is exte

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

• Donate to our Gift Fund
• Become a Star Employer
• Share your expertise

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

News

Mar 27, 2025

Navigating Graduation Season Without a Job Offer: Why You’re Not Behind

Graduation season is exciting—a milestone that kicks off a new chapter. But what if you don’t know what comes next? While your friends post their offer…

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…

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