CJC Career Fairs
Fall 2026 Careers in Communications Week
Our annual Fall Career Fair has expanded into a week-long series of networking, professional development, and industry engagement opportunities designed to maximize connections between employers and students.
Monday, October 12
1–2 p.m. – Professional Networking Workshop
Location: Weimer Hall, Atlas Lab
This presentation, led by Ashley Baldwin of the Walt Disney College Program, explains what networking is, how to go about seeking out opportunities, and why this applies to any type of career atmosphere.
5:30–7 p.m. – Networking Yappy Hour
Location: Weimer Hall
Meet and connect with professionals from communications, advertising, journalism, media, public relations, marketing, and related industries while enjoying creative mocktails, great conversation, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Tuesday, October 13
10 a.m.–2 p.m. – Fall 2026 Careers in Communication Fair
Location: Reitz Union, Rion Ballroom
Students and alumni interested in internships and job opportunities related to advertising, journalism, public relations, media production, management, and technology, and related communications industries are invited to connect with recruiters the Careers in Communication Fair.
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2:30–3:30 p.m. – Careers in Film, Video & Documentaries
Location: Weimer Hall, Atlas Lab
Join Christopher LeClere, Staff Producer at NBC News NOW and UF doctoral candidate, as he shares his unconventional journey from a high school production assistant in Jax to producing for NBC News, traveling the world with U2, studying visual anthropology in England, teaching, and covering some of the world’s biggest news and cultural events.
3:30–5 p.m. – Business Readiness Workshop
Location: Weimer Hall, Room 3032
This session, led by Jen Harringer of Hearst Media, will teach students the professional skills, confidence and insights that will help them build credibility and position them to be positively remembered in a competitive workplace.
Wednesday, October 14
10–11 a.m. – Resume and Interview Workshop
Location: Weimer Hall, Atlas Lab
This session, led by Ashley Baldwin of the Walt Disney College Program, focuses on interview preparation and follow-through for both in-person, and online interview scenarios and will explain some common themes and facts about resumes, including how to best showcase your talents.
11a.m.–12p.m. – Group Coaching Session
Location: Weimer Hall Ground Floor Studio
Multiple professionals from our Career Week slate will offer small group coaching sessions for students in a speed-networking format.
12:30–2 p.m. – Sports Communications Career Panel
Location: Weimer Hall, Atlas Lab
Discover your future at our Industry Exploration Panels. Join top experts from Sports Media to explore the diverse career pathways across the communications landscape.
Thursday, October 15
10–11:30 a.m. – Public Relations and Advertising Virtual Career Panel
Hear from industry leaders in advertising and public relations on how to maximize your college experience beyond the classroom and explore how internships, networking, leadership & campus involvement can shape your future career.
Friday, October 16
Individual Student 1:1s
Hosted and organized by recruiters, invitation only