Set Yourself up for Success With Career Week!

Next week begins Career Week! CPD’s quarterly career fest chock full of curated career events and workshops culminating in the Career & Internship Fair!

These events have been specifically designed by CPD staff to cater to students’ needs, setting them …

By Evan Davis
Evan Davis
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Internships: This Is the Way… to Build Your Future Workforce 

In the ever-changing galaxy of talent acquisition, one thing is clear: internships are crucial. The latest career outcomes data from DU’s Class of 2024 confirms what forward-thinking employers already know. Internships aren’t just a step in the journey, they’re the …

By Stacey Stevens
Stacey Stevens Executive Director, Employer Connections & Alumni Career Engagement
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Join Us at the Student Employment Job Fair!

Join the Office of Student Employment at our student employment job fair! During this event, students will be able to meet with on-campus employers looking for talented future team members across all majors.

Burwell Center for Career Achievement

September 8, 2025

1:00 – …

By Elise Goss-Alexander
Elise Goss-Alexander Director, Student Employment
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Wait, What?! Commonly used Jargon, Slang, & Acronyms in the Workspace!

Entering the workspace can be an intimidating endeavor, especially when adapting to the communication norms of a professional environment. You may encounter unfamiliar words, phrases, and acronyms when navigating emails, calendars, or scheduling appointments and meetings. For many professionals, understanding …

By Sana Khayat Kholghy
Sana Khayat Kholghy
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9 Signs You’re Being Ghosted by a Recruiter

You showed up early. You prepped your talking points. You sent the thank-you email. You were in it. Then…silence. One week turns into two. Your inbox becomes your nemesis. Every LinkedIn notification gives you false hope. You’re wondering if you’re …

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How to Talk About a Layoff in an Interview (with Examples!)

Going through a layoff isn’t a reflection of your skills or work ethic. In fact, it happens to many professionals. But when it comes to job interviews, knowing how to talk about it takes strategy. Should you say you were …

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Register for the 2025 Supervisor Learning Cohort!

Do you want to learn how to be an even better supervisor to your student employees AND get a certification to prove your exemplary supervision skills? Then, make sure to register for this years Supervisor Learning Cohort! This blog includes …

By Sana Khayat Kholghy
Sana Khayat Kholghy
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Summer with Student Employment

Summer may be here, but the Office of Student Employment is too! Join us throughout the summer to learn about your place in the student employment community.

For supervisors:
So You Want to Hire a…

We know that having a …

By Elise Goss-Alexander
Elise Goss-Alexander Director, Student Employment
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A Year of Connections: EC Team Year in Review

As we wrap up the 2024-2025 academic year, the University of Denver Employer Connections team is proud to highlight the numerous career development opportunities we’ve provided to students and alumni this year. Through a diverse range of events and programs, …

By Anna Metropulos
Anna Metropulos
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28 Journaling Prompts for Mental Health That You’ll Actually Want to Try

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your thoughts or emotions? Life gets messy, and sometimes, sorting through it all can feel impossible. That’s where a cheap and easy trick can help: Journaling.

Journaling is more than just putting words on …

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