Career Fest
Career Fest is a week-long series of events focused on success at every stage of your career development journey. Held during the spring semester, Career Fest is a collaborative effort involving our office, various campus departments, registered student organizations, and employers.
In 2025, Career Fest will take place during the last week of January, from the 27th to the 31st. Whether you’re seeking a job or internship, preparing for graduate school, or simply aiming to become career-ready, Career Fest offers a wide range of events to support your goals. These include panels, discussions, and workshops hosted by campus partners and organizations, covering topics such as networking, interviewing, personal branding, navigating the recruitment process, and more!
In-Person Session Notice:
For in-person events, registration does not guarantee your admission. Seats will be filled on a first-come, first-seat basis, and it is recommended you arrive early to secure your spot. Please bring your USC ID to check-in.
Virtual Session Notice:
Recordings may not be available for virtual events, and we highly recommend attending the live stream if possible. Recorded events will be uploaded on the USC Career Center Youtube Channel.
Signature Event
Employer Resume Review
Date: Monday, January 27th
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Location: Trojan Grand Ballroom (TCC)
Enhance your resume with expert feedback from recruiters and hiring managers across a wide range of industries. Open to all majors, class years, degree levels, and alumni, this event offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights, see your resume from an employer’s perspective, and connect with representatives from top organizations. Take advantage of this chance to stand out and make a lasting impression!
2025 Career Fest Schedule
Employer Resume Review
In-Person at TCC Grand Ballroom from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Signature Career Fest Event hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Unlock Your Potential: Navigating U.S. Career Paths as an International Student
Hybrid at STU B3 & Zoom from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Speaker: Ivy Wang (she/her) – Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center in collaboration with the Office of International Services. This event is open to all USC students.
Spring Study Abroad Fair
In-Person at MCB 101 from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by the Office of Overseas Studies. This event is open to all USC students. Registration is not required for this event.
First Gen Alumni Panel
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Reyna Macias | Assistant Director of Career Services, USC KSOM Population and Public Health Sciences
Hosted by USC KSOM Population and Public Health Sciences. This event is open to all USC students.
Bookmarks + First Gen Chats hosted by Rosalva Isidoro
In-Person at TCC 224 from 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PT
Speaker: Rosalva Isidoro | Student Services Advisor, USC Roski School of Art and Design
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC). This event is open to all USC students.
Knight-Hennessy Scholarship Info Session – Office of Academic Programs
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Office of Academic Programs. This event is open to all USC students.
The Networking Playbook: Insider Tips on Effective Networking
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Speaker: Vera Jin – Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Interviewing 101: Insider Tips for First-Round Interviews
In-Person at STU B3 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Speaker: Kayla Carrillo – Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
CANCELLED – Gerontology Involvement and Career Fair
In-Person at Gerontology (GER) Courtyard from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. This event is open to all USC students.
Network Like a Pro: Leveraging LinkedIn and Trojan Network for Career Success
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Maribel Rojo (she/her) | Career Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
How to Find Your Dream Job or Internship (Viterbi only)
In-Person at RTH 211 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. This event is open to VITERBI students only.
USC Resources Supporting Undergraduate Research
In-Person at MHP 203 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Hosted by Pre-Law & Graduate School Advising. This event is open to all USC students.
Exploring Different Careers in the Creator Economy
In-Person at STU B3 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Reach. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Financial Empowerment Series: Goals, Budgeting, & Savings!
In-Person at TCC 224 from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM PT
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC). This event is open to all USC students.
Starting Your Dream Job or Internship Search (Viterbi only)
In-Person at RTH 211 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. This event is open to VITERBI students only.
Tapping Into the Trojan Network #3: Past and Current Trojans
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Speaker: Stacy Geck|Associate Professor of Clinical Business Communication, USC Marshall School of Business & Ariadne Cheng (she/her)|Associate Director of International Student Career Engagement, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center in collaboration with USC Marshall School of Business. This event is open to all USC students.
Trojan Talk with Strategic View Advisors – Finance 101
In-Person at STU B3 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Hosted by Northwestern Mutual. This event is open to all USC students.
Industry Insights: Commercial Real Estate
In-Person at STU B3 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
RESCHEDULED – Doctoral and Graduate Career Series: Building a Winning Resume, CV, and Cover Letter
More information will be provided at a later time.
Speaker: Sarah Oh|Senior Career Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Become a Baddie: Personal Branding Through Social Digital Platforms
Virtual on Zoom from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT
Speaker: Luis Tun |USC Alumnus | Founder of Tu Creative | Human Capital Management Analyst & Talent Insights and Data Analytics at Goldman Sachs
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Industry Insiders – Meet the Interns
Virtual on Zoom from 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center Industry Insiders Interns. This event is open to all USC students.
Everyday’s An Interview: The One Hour of Your College Career You Can’t Miss
In-Person at STU B3 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Speaker: Bill Barnett |USC Alumnus | Author of Smarter Minds: Recruit And Leverage Others For Sustainable Success |CEO of Smarter Minds Network & Strategic Career Consultant
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
The Inside Scoop: Internship Tips from Employers
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Moderator: Elizabeth Banuelos Castro|Internship & Diversity Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Gearing Up for Graduation: Maximize Your USC & Rossier Career Resources and Opportunities
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Isabelle Wright |Career Services Specialist, USC Rossier School of Education
Hosted by the USC Rossier School of Education. This event is open to all USC students.
Accelerate Your Career Success with VMock, An AI-Powered Planning Tool
Virtual on Zoom from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Elevator Pitch Workshop & Information Session with Gallo
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by Gallo. This event is open to all USC students.
Rx for Success: The Prescription for Transitioning to Graduate School
In-Person at STU B3 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Pre-Pharmacy Society. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
2025 East Asia Career Panel
In-Person at SOS B40 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PT
Hosted by East Asian Studies Center. This event is open to all USC students.
NOMA Career & Internships Discussion Panel
In-Person at Upper Rosendin Watt Hall from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Hosted by National Organization of Minority Architecture Students. This event is open to all USC students.
Know Your Value, Communicate Your Worth, and Master Compensation Negotiations
Virtual on Zoom from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PT
Speaker: Rebecca Ahmed |USC Alumnus | Author of The Energy of Success |Founder & CEO of Energetic Impact
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Careers in Addiction Science and Recovery
Virtual on Zoom from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Organizer: Jillian Boelke |Project Specialist, USC Master of Addiction Science (MAS) Program
Hosted by the USC Master of Addiction Science (MAS) Program. This event is open to all USC students.
Your Story, Your Brand: How PR and Storytelling Define Your Public Identity
In-Person at STU B3 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Hosted by the USC Public Relations Student Society of America. This event is open to all USC students.
In-Person Spring 2025 Mock Interview Day (Viterbi only)
In-Person at MCB 101 from 10:00 AM – 12:30 AM PT
Hosted by the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. This event is open to VITERBI students only.
Advanced Techniques for Second and Third Round Interviews
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Sarah Oh | Senior Career Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Headshots to Handshakes (Athletes only)
In-Person at STU 110 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center & USC Athletics. This event is open to student athletes only. Registration is not required for this event.
Internships 101 – Finding and Applying for Internships
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Elizabeth Banuelos Castro| Internship and Diversity Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Virtual Spring 2025 Mock Interview Day (Viterbi only)
Virtual on Zoom from 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. This event is open to VITERBI students only.
From Apple to YC Startups: Navigating Your Post-USC Career
In-Person at STU B3 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Speaker: Janet Lee | USC Alumnus | Founder of EmbraceNow – Career Development & Business Venture Coach | Startup Investor & Advisor | Seasoned AR/VR Product Marketer
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Trojan Guardian Scholars x First Generation Plus Success Center Welcome Event
In-Person at TCC 224 from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC). This event is open to all USC students.
Skills to Build: Transferable Skills Recruiters Look For in Candidates
Virtual on Zoom from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Speaker: Caroline Fraissinet, Ed.D. | Director of Internship Programs, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Science
Hosted by USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Science. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Job Search Strategies
Virtual on Zoom from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT
Speaker: Deanna Thomas | Career Strategist, Cinematic Interactive Media and Game Career Strategist
Hosted by USC Games. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
MS Interviewing & The Art of Storytelling (Marshall MS Graduate Students Only)
Virtual on Zoom from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Marshall Graduate Programs. This event is open to MARSHALL MS graduate students only.
Prioritizing Your Career in Music: A Resume Workshop for Music Students
In-Person at STU B3 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Speaker: Libby Garcia (she/her) | Senior Services Career Advisor of Music Industry, USC Thornton School of Music & Princess Vaulx (she/her) | Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center in collaboration with USC Thornton School of Music. This event is open to all USC students.
Swim Up Hill Foundation Info Session & Tour of the Intuit Dom
In-Person at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, CA from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT
Organizer: Sandra Thomas | Associate Director of Career Development, USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy
Hosted by the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy. This event is open to all USC students. Space is limited to 20 students.
Career Superintelligence: Hypercharging your Career with AI
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Jon Wolheim | USC Alumnus | Vice President of People and Partnerships of Games for Love | Founding Member of Sidebar
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Cracking the Case: Acing your Case Study Interviews
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Engineering Management Student Association. This event is open to all USC students.
AI x Entrepreneurship: Transforming Ideas into Startups
Virtual on Zoom from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Speaker: Adam Jonah | USC Alumnus | Founder of SUPERTUTOR & BIG SIGNAL
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Magic Loop: Framework for Rapid Career Growth
Virtual on Zoom from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Speaker: Jason Yoong | USC Alumnus | COO of Level Up: Your source for executive insights, high performance habits, and specific career growth actions| Mentor at First Round Capital and Techstars | Advisory Council Member on Harvard Business Review
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Women in Media & Entertainment Panel
In-Person at STU B3 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC ART/EMIS. This event is open to all USC students.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: Events are open to all USC Students. The USC Career Center operates its programs in accordance with USC’s Notice of Non-Discrimination.
Need a disability-related accommodation? We strive to be consistently inclusive in our practices and provide services to all members of the Trojan Family. If you require disability-related accommodations to attend an event, please complete this form by Monday, January 20th, at 5:00 PM PT.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact us at careers@usc.edu.
