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The Career Center hosts many events throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. Some events offer skill building and professional development, while others offer opportunities for students to meet with potential employers. You can find additional details and join events through Handshake.
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Fall 2026 Schedule of Career Fairs & Career Center Events
August 20, 2026
USC Part-Time Job Fair
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Russell House Ballroom
August 25, 2026
MCEC Career Center Open House: Connecting Students with Industry
10 a.m.-3 p.m., Swearingen Engineering Center Lobby
September 1, 2026
MCEC College-to-Career Accelerator Program Information Session
6-7 p.m., Campus Village Building 2 - Makerspace
September 3, 2026
Career Hub Open House & Career Fair Prep Rally
12-3 p.m., Career Hub, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5
September 8, 2026
MCEC Mock STEM Fair
10 a.m.-3 p.m., Swearingen Engineering Center Lobby
September 9, 2026
USC STEM Career & Internship Fair, Day 1
12-4 p.m., Carolina Coliseum
September 10, 2026
USC STEM Career & Internship Fair, Day 2
12-4 p.m., Carolina Coliseum
September 15, 2026
USC Health Professions Fair
12-4 p.m., Carolina Coliseum
September 15, 2026
Career Center Etiquette Dinner: Elevate Your Professionalism
Through Dining Etiquette
Through Dining Etiquette
5:30-7 p.m., Russell House Room 322
October 7, 2026
Law School Fair
12-4 p.m., Carolina Coliseum
USC Career & Internship Fair
11 a.m.-3 p.m., Russell House Ballroom
October 22, 2026
USC South Carolina Opportunities Fair
11 a.m.-3 p.m., Russell House Ballroom
October 28, 2026
Mingle Like a Pro: Professional Networking Reception Etiquette
5:30-8:30 p.m., Russell House Ballroom
Registration for Mingle Like a Pro coming soon!