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, alumni, and employers.
Career Fest is taking place the week of Monday, January 26 – Friday, January 30, 2026. 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, diverse career pathways, and more!
Career Fest Opportunity Drawing!
Attend any Career Fest event (virtual or in-person) to be entered into our prize drawing. Be sure to check in at each event for your entry to count. The more events you attend, the more entries you earn!
Four winners will be selected at random on Monday, February 2nd at 3 PM via our USC Career Center Instagram Story.
Stay tuned—prize details and participation rules coming soon!
In-Person Session Notice:
For in-person events, registration does not guarantee your admission. Seats will be filled on a first-come, first-serve 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 26th
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!
2026 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 and alumni.
Your Next Chapter: Graduate Study in the UK at Northumbria University
Virtual on Zoom from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Hosted by Northumbria University. This event is open to all USC students.
Internships 101: Finding and Applying for Internships for Graduate Students
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Sarah Oh|Senior Career Advisor, USC Career Center, Lauren Opgenorth | Associate Director, Internship Engagement, USC Career Center, Elizabeth Banuelos-Castro | Internship Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all graduate USC students.
Industry Insiders Coffee Chat: Analytical and STEM
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Holly Anderson | Industry Insider Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Mentorship Meet-Up: Networking for Internships
In-Person at STU B6 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lauren Opgenorth | Associate Director, Internship Engagement, USC Career Center, Elizabeth Banuelos-Castro | Internship Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
How Recruiters Make Decisions: A Deep Dive into Early-Career Hiring
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Bri Cougle | Early Careers, Ancestry
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Scoring Conversations with Confidence: Interviewing for Introverts
Virtual on Zoom from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Danna Dacillo | Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Rooted Resilience: Planting Positivity with FG+SC
In-Person at TCC 224 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC). This event is open to all USC students.
FG+SC Presents: Dr. B-Well Hours
In-Person at TCC 224 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Speaker: Dr. Miriam Barillas | Assistant Professor of Clinical Education, USC Rossier School Of Education
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC). This event is open to all USC students.
Receiving & Delivering Constructive Feedback with GALLO
In-Person at STU B3 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Hosted by GALLO. This event is open to all USC students.
Insider Secrets from an HR Exec: How to Get Hired for a Job that Matches Values, Vision, and Vibe
In-Person at STU B3 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 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.
Industry Insiders Coffee Chat: Creative, Health, and Wellness Edition
Virtual on Zoom from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lauren Opgenorth | Associate Director, Internship Engagement, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Trojan Talk with Semler Brossy: A Career in Consulting
In-Person at STU B3 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by Semler Brossy Consulting Group. This event is open to all USC students.
The Future of Medicine is Evolving: Explore Consultative Sales Careers in Regenerative & Functional Medicine with Next MD Link
In-Person at STU B6 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Hosted by NextMD Link. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Taking Action in the AI-Shaped Future of Work
Virtual on Zoom from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Speaker: Dr. Larry Chao | Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer | AI Transformation, Governance, and the Future of Work
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
LinkedUp: Personal Branding on LinkedIn
In-Person at STU B3 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PT
Speakers: John Kraski | USC Alumnus | MBA in Entertainment, University of Southern California | Ex: Disney, JPMorganChase, KPMG, PwC, Jessica Lam | Content Creator, Nike Run Ambassador, Dylan Huey | CEO of Reach
Hosted by LinkedUp. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
USC Iovine and Young Academy: Fabletics Trek (El Segundo)
Off-Site from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT
Organizer: Sandra Thomas | Associate Director of Student Career Services, USC Iovine and Young Academy
Hosted by USC Iovine and Young Academy in collaboration with Fabletics. This event is open to USC Juniors/Seniors only.
Blueprint for Success: Planning For A Sustainable Future
In-Person at STU B3 from 11:00 AM – 12:30 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.
Beyond The Bachelor’s: Exploring and Applying to Graduate Programs
Virtual on Zoom from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Rossier Office of Admission & Scholarships. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Trojan Talk with JusticeCorps
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Hosted by Los Angeles JusticeCorps. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Internships 101: Finding and Applying for Internships for Spring Admits & Transfers
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lauren Opgenorth | Associate Director, Internship Engagement, USC Career Center, Elizabeth Banuelos-Castro | Internship Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Viterbi: Networking for Engineering Students
In-Person at RTH 211 and Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Viterbi Career Connections. This event is open to Viterbi engineering students only.
Network Like a Pro with LinkedIn/Trojan Network
Virtual on Zoom from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Maribel Rojo-Henigan | Career Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Make the Most of Your Internship with Jason Yoong (Ex-Amazon)
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 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.
Law, Non-Profit, and Social Justice Industry Insiders: Coffee Chat
Virtual on Zoom from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lila Aspin | Industry Insider Intern: Government, Legal, Policy, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Network Island: Can I Pull You for a Chat?
In-Person at STU B3 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Speaker: Kimmi Wang | Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Internships & Careers in the Entertainment Industry
In-Person at STU B3 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lisa Fox | Director of Talent Development, USC School of Cinematic Arts
Hosted by USC School of Cinematic Arts – Office of Industry Relations. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Strategic Career Risks: How to Know When to Stay or When to Leap
In-Person at STU B6 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.
The Unruly PhD: Writing, Publishing, and Paths Within and Beyond Academia
Virtual on Zoom and in MHP 203 from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PT
Speaker: Rebecca Peabody, PhD | Head of Research, Projects, & Programs, Getty Research Institute
Hosted by USC Career Center and USC Dornsife PhD Academy. This event is open to all undergraduate USC students.
Beyond the Numbers: Helping Your Law School Application Stand Out
In-Person at STU B3 from 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM PT
Speaker: Antonio Elefano | USC Writing Professor and Yale Law School Alumnus & Jennifer O’Connor | Senior Career Advisor, USC Pre-Law and Graduate School Advising
Hosted by USC Dornsife Career Pathways. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Become a Baddie: Personal Branding Through Social Digital Platforms
Virtual on Zoom from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Speaker: Luis Tun | Ex-Goldman Sachs, Content Specialist III, Meta
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Industry Insiders: Student-to-Alumni: Building Meaningful Connections
Virtual on Zoom from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Speaker: Holly Anderson | Industry Insider Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Trojan Talk with Epic – Information Session
In-Person at STU B3 from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PT
Hosted by Epic. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Viterbi Mock Interview Day
In-Person at MCB and Virtual on Zoom from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM PT, and 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Viterbi Career Connections. This event is exclusive to Viterbi engineering students, and is by invitation only.
Students will receive an invitation through Handshake to register on Wednesday, January 21st.
USC Iovine and Young Academy: PacSun Trek (Anaheim)
Off-Site from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT
Organizer: Sandra Thomas | Associate Director of Student Career Services, USC Iovine and Young Academy
Hosted by USC Iovine and Young Academy in collaboration with PacSun. This event is open to USC Juniors/Seniors only.
Discover Occupational Therapy: The Future of Healthcare
Virtual on Zoom from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Hosted by the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
How to Use Content Creation to Supercharge Your Career
In-Person at STU B3 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Speaker: Jenna Gestetner | USC Alumnus | Founder of xHealth Studio | 🎙️Health Content Creator
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Meet Eggs Unlimited @Farmer’s Market
In-Person at McCarthy Quad from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT
Hosted by Eggs Unlimited. This event is open to all USC students.
Discover the Hidden Job Market: Finding Jobs No One’s Posting
In-Person at STU B3 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Julia Lo | Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Financial Literacy: Understanding and Leveraging Your Career Score
In-Person at STU B3 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Speaker: Ryan McDonald | Director of Business Development, USC Credit Union
Hosted by USC Career Center and USC Credit Union. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Ready to Engage: The Mindset Move for Ethical Community Engagement
In-Person at STU B6 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Joint Educational Project. This event is open to all USC students.
The Inside Scoop: Career Fair Tips from Recruiters
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Speaker: Lauren Opgenorth | Associate Director, Internship Engagement, USC Career Center, Elizabeth Banuelos-Castro | Internship Programs Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
What Leaders Look For: AI Skills Employers Want
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 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.
USC Iovine and Young Academy: Mock Interviews
In-Person at SCI 201 and Virtual on Zoom from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM PT
Moderators: Sandra Thomas | Associate Director of Student Career Services, USC Iovine and Young Academy & Deanna Thomas | Career Services Specialist, USC School of Cinematic Arts
Hosted by USC Iovine and Young Academy in collaboration with USC Games. This event is open to all USC students.
Career Kickstart: Stand Out, Step Up, Get Connected with Henkel
In-Person at STU B3 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PT
Hosted by Henkel. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Trojan Population Health and STEMM Virtual Alumni Panel
Virtual on Zoom from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by Keck School of Medicine of USC Health and Biomedical Sciences Education and the Office for Graduate Affairs. This event is open to all USC students.
The Art of Professionalism: Appearance, Communication, and Conduct
Virtual on Zoom from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Marshall Career Services. This event is open to all USC students.
Introduction to New York Life and Fast Track to Management
In-Person at HOH 2 from 5:00 PM – 6:50 PM PT
Speaker: Grace Schwartz | Senior Partner, New York Life Insurance Company
Hosted by New York Life. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Capital Opportunities: Finding Your Internship in Washington, D.C.
In-Person at STU B3 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Hosted by USC Capital Campus. This event is open to all USC students.
USC Leventhal School of Accounting: Interviewing Workshop
Virtual on Zoom from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Speaker: Lusine Balikyan M.S. | Associate Director, Career Strategist, Leventhal Programs, USC Marshall Leventhal School of Accounting
Hosted by the USC Marshall Leventhal School of Accounting. This event is open to all USC students.
Fundraising As A Profession
In-Person at STU B6 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PT
Speaker: Theresa Davis | USC Alumnus | Adjunct Instructor, USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and Development
Hosted by USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
USC Iovine and Young Academy: Trojan Talk w/MATTE Projects
In-Person at IYH 212/213 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM PT
Organizer: Sandra Thomas | Associate Director of Student Career Services, USC Iovine and Young Academy
Hosted by USC Iovine and Young Academy in collaboration with MATTE Projects. This event is open to IYA students only.
OSAS Presents: Disability & Mental Health
Virtual on Zoom from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Office of Student Accessibility Services. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Hired without Burnout: Stress Management Strategies during Job Searching
In-Person at STU B6 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. This event is open to all USC students.
Translating Experience into Impact: How to Communicate Your Transferable Skills
In-Person at STU B3 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Sallette Salcido | Graduate Intern, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Resume Writing & Information Session with Enterprise Mobility
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Karen Gerstenacker | Talent Acquisition Manager, Enterprise Mobility
Hosted by Enterprise Mobility. This event is open to all USC students and alumni.
Trojan Talk with Bloomberg – Analytics & Sales Internship: Info Session & Workshop
Virtual on Zoom from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT
Hosted by Bloomberg. This event is open to current USC Juniors only.
College 101: USC Financial Aid Office
In-Person at TCC 224 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PT
Hosted by First Generation Plus Success Center (FG+SC) and USC Financial Aid Office. This event is open to all USC students.
Inside Twelve: Behind the Scenes of Modern Brand Building
In-Person at The Forum (TCC 450) from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM PT
Speaker: Brandon Conovitz | President, Twelve
Hosted by Twelve in collaboration with the USC Career Center, USC FIA, USC Trojan Marketing Group, USC Reach, & USC ABLA. This event is open to all USC students. Registration is required for this event.
Trojan Talk with Northwood Investors: Career Conversations & Networking
In-Person at STU B6 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Hosted by Northwood Investors. This event is open to all USC students.
From NPC to MVP: Leveling Up a Career in Games with KRAFTON
In-Person at STU B3 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT
Speaker: Kat Rheeman | Influencer Manager, KRAFTON, Inc.
Hosted by KRAFTON, Inc. This event is open to all USC students.
USC Trojan Event Services: More than Just an On-Campus Job
In-Person at Bovard Auditorium from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM PT
Speaker: Cynthia Tucker | Director, Trojan Event Services
Hosted by USC Trojan Event Services. This event is open to all USC students.
Doctoral Career Leadership Network: STEM, Research, and Development [SMDP Showcase + Networking Mixer]
Virtual on Zoom and In-Person at MCB 101 from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Crush Your Coding Interviews with VMock’s New Technical Interviews Tool
Virtual on Zoom from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT
Speaker: Wes Fieldcamp | Senior Career Advisor, USC Career Center
Hosted by the USC Career Center. This event is open to all USC students.
Internship & Career Opportunities – Eggs Unlimited Coffee Chat
Virtual on Zoom from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM PT
Hosted by Eggs Unlimited. This event is open to all USC students.
Doctoral Career Leadership Network: Consulting, Business and Entrepreneurship [Alternative Pathways for PhDs Panel + Networking Mixer]
Virtual on Zoom and In-Person at MCB 101 from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PT
Hosted by the USC Career Center. 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, let us know by Requesting an Accessibility Accommodation.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact Virginia Valdez at valdezvi@usc.edu.
We look forward to a successful Career Fest with you! ✌️
