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Winter Weather: 

In the event that The University of Kentucky is closed due to severe winter weather, the Stuckert Career Center will also be closed.

If there is a change in the university’s status, in terms of delay or closure, the university will send a UK Alert. Any additional updates – including major changes regarding facilities, operations and our weather efforts – will also be shared via email, UK’s social media accounts and at dektinary.com/alerts.

 

HireBlue Career Fairs

Come meet with employers looking to hire University of Kentucky students for full-time, part-time, internship, co-op and other types of roles.  

We encourage you to come in professional dress and bring multiple copies of your resume. 

upcoming Career Fairs

Career Outcomes

Updated semi-annually, the UK First Destination Dashboard provides a window to the initial career destinations of recent University of Kentucky bachelor's degree graduates.

See where our graduates go

Latin American Professional Development series Every Friday from 3-5 pm

UK students are invited to the Spring 2024 Latin American Professional Development series every Friday from 3-5 pm at the Stuckert Career Center (408 Rose Street). Join us to chat with peer ambassadors and career advisors about resumes, internships, or career services, with instructions available in Spanish and Portuguese. Whether you're an international student or looking to explore job opportunities abroad, this event is tailored for you. All students are welcome to attend and expand their horizons. To learn more and sign up, register on Handshake! 

Summer Medical Observership Program 2024

Summer Medical Observership Program is for current University of Kentucky students matching them with a medical professional to shadow during the summer. 

Application deadline: Friday, February 9th

Learn More!

Intern and Employer of the Year Award

The University of Kentucky seeks to recognize and honor the achievements of its student interns as well as acknowledge the deep investment employers make in our students every year.

Deadline for nominations: Sunday, February 16th

Learn More!

Visit the Stuckert Career Center
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By visiting the Stuckert Career Center, students have the opportunity to receive assistance in various aspects of their academic and career journey, such as choosing a major, crafting a career path, devising effective job-search methods, and more. Our dedicated team is eager to engage with classes and student groups to discuss topics like career readiness, planning for professional education, and the range of services we provide. Career advisors are available to evaluate how personal factors can shape one's career decisions.

 

The Stuckert Career Center plays a pivotal role by organizing multiple career fairs and leveraging Handshake, an online platform for job and internship opportunities, to connect students, alumni, and employers. Furthermore, the center offers convenient on-campus interview spaces accessible to both students and employers alike.

Monthly Specialty Services

FEBRUARY

Spotlight on a Major

Learn about UK's majors at weekly themed sessions with Stuckert Career Center's Major Exploratory Associates.

Tuesdays: 4:00pm-5:00pm
  • 2/6 - Agricultural & Medical Biotechnology
  • 2/13 - Criminal Justice
  • 2/20 - Community & Leadership Development

MARCH

Spotlight on a Major

Learn about UK's majors at weekly themed sessions with Stuckert Career Center's Major Exploratory Associates.

Tuesdays: 4:00pm-5:00pm
  • 3/5 - Agricultural Education & Advocacy
  • 3/19 - Pre-Professional options
  • 3/26 - Sport Leadership

APRIL

Personal Statement Labs

Students can attend one of the labs to receive coaching on personal statements for graduate/professional school applications, fellowship programs, and other career opportunities. 

Tuesdays: 4:00pm-5:00pm

This week at the Career Center

Drop-Ins

Brief discussion to address immediate concerns or provide initial guidance on a career center topic of concern. 

Offered Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00pm-3:00pm all semester at The Stuckert Career Center. 

Resume Labs

Quick, on the-spot resume review - no appointment required!

Offered Monday and Friday from 1:00pm-3:00pm all semester at The Stuckert Career Center. 

Headshots

High-quality photos for student personal branding and use on platforms such as handshake and LinkedIn.