The Career Center is the primary contact for employers to assist in student recruitment at the University of Oklahoma. We coordinate and connect employers to interested students, as well as facilitate communication between employers and faculty members. The Career Center offers a diverse range of services for employers and students. We also provide faculty programming and resources to assist in the career development of University of Oklahoma students.
Need to be away from campus during your regularly scheduled class time or just wish to add a guest speaker to your syllabus? As an alternative to canceling your class, let a professional Career Adviser or trained Career Coach from the OU Career Center present to your students!
The “Don't Cancel Class” program was created to help both the professor and the students. Instead of canceling a class, that time can be used as an opportunity for students to learn more about the many career-related resources OU offers. The Career Center offers various presentations on career-related topics that can be taught to any student audience. Presentations can be targeted to a specific major or career field. We are also open to additional topic requests from faculty.
Use of this program can be arranged in advance, or, due to emergency or last minute situations, can be scheduled day of, contingent upon the Career Adviser or Career Coach’s availability.
Please fill out this event request form or email careercenter@ou.edu for all related requests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Attendance would be based on the preference of requesting faculty members.
We know employers who want to know you. Employers often ask for the contact information of faculty or staff who could help them to identify students. Ideally, employers would like to develop mutually beneficial relationships with faculty and staff, and can provide many forms of support. We can help facilitate that connection.
We help your students find the right fit. We help students determine the right career for their interests, career goals, skills, values, and personality. During their academic careers, students use the Career Center to develop essential job-search skills. We are a student's best resource for job outlook, salary, and employment trend information.
Our career fairs attract many recruiters to one event. Our career fairs provide an excellent opportunity for your students to meet with representatives and establish a network of contacts from companies and industries of their choice. We will help your students research the employers beforehand and provide tips so they are prepared to effectively engage recruiters.
We help students master the job interview. There is no better way to prepare for the job interview than by experiencing an "actual" interview. At the Career Center, our Graduate Assistants conduct mock interviews with your students. Afterwards, they provide a constructive critique of the student's performance and offer effective interview strategies.
We'll bring the information to your class. We specialize in conducting presentations to classes and student organizations about a host of career-related topics such as résumé writing, job search strategies, and interviewing skills. We can arrange presentations by professionals, who can relate their experiences and how their major has helped them in their careers. Email careercenter@ou.edu to schedule a presentation
To request a classroom visit, please fill out this event request form or email careercenter@ou.edu to ask questions.
Include a link to the form where it says event request form.
Each semester, our team hosts a variety of in-person and virtual workshops and information sessions. These events might be co-programmed with employers, campus partners, or other career-related entities. We provide insight and assistance to students on topics like career fair preparation, résumé building, business etiquette, and even formal dining training.
To request a workshop/information session, please fill out this event request form or email careercenter@ou.edu to ask questions.
Faculty may request access to Handshake to view the online job boards, on-campus interview opportunities, and upcoming employer events.
request faculty handshake access
Yes! Many faculty and staff members set up a Handshake account to view the online job boards, on-campus interview opportunities, and upcoming employer events. Employers love connecting with faculty and setting up an account can help you be a career resource to your students.
Setting up a faculty Handshake account is easier than ever. Click the link below and be sure to tell us what college you're with in your email.
Yes, the job board is available to view and features both full-time positions and internship opportunities. Nearly every major, major group, or field of study is included in Handshake's user-friendly design.
Yes, the on-campus interview schedules are available to view with your faculty account. Simply check the left navigation menu for options on events, on-campus interviews, and more.
Unfortunately, Handshake isn't equipped for this level of scheduling quite yet. However, scheduling a classroom presentation is quick and easy. Simply send us an email at careercenter@ou.edu or call (405) 325-1974 during regular business hours.
Please allow at least two weeks' notice for a classroom presentation.
Unfortunately, Handshake isn't equipped for this level of scheduling quite yet. However, scheduling a class visit to the Career Center is quick and easy. Simply send us an email at careercenter@ou.edu or call (405) 325-1974 during regular business hours.
We would be happy to discuss our services and answer any questions you or your students might have.
