Career Development Center

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)
September 2, 2025 - December 4, 2025

For same day assistance with resumes, cover letters, and quick questions please join us for Career Suite (Advising Hours) Monday through 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 on Zoom
Monday	12 - 1pm CDT in HRB 80	1pm - 2pm CDT on Zoom
Tuesday	12 - 1pm CDT in HRB 80	1pm - 2pm CDT on Zoom
Wednesday	1pm - 2pm CDT in HRB 80	2 pm - 3 pm CDT on Zoom
Thursday	1pm - 2pm CDT in HRB 80	2 pm - 3 pm CDT on Zoom

Resources

Graduates’ Career Outcomes

screenshot of the first page of the career outcomes report — **Class of 2023-2024 (PDF)**

Career News & Notes

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

News

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…

Two images, one of a student graduating and a student working.

May 09, 2024

I need a job! Your Guide to Job Hunting

You worked hard for years, and you just completed your degree. Your degree is not just a piece of paper; it represents your dedication, knowledge, and…

Apr 12, 2024

How to gain work experience

Seeking work experience during college can be an exciting journey of self-discovery and growth but can come with some challenges. Despite the competitive…

An employer meeting a student at a job fair.

Mar 13, 2024

Four things to know before you go to a career fair

Your first job fair can be very intimidating. You’re not sure what you’re doing. All you want to say is, “I need a job,” but you must have a conversation…