Thursday 2/20, from 4:30pm MT – 6:00pm MT

Location: On-Campus at The Burwell Center for Career Achievement, Room 340 2190 E Asbury Ave, Denver, CO 80210

RSVP on PCO here: https://du.12twenty.com/events/30006101242454

We are happy to share the employers who have been confirmed for this event:

• Adams 12 Five Star School
• CENSEO AV+Acoustics
• Cintas Corporation
• Douglas County School District
• Enterprise Mobility
• FirstBank
• Griffis Residential
• Kelly Education
• Omar D. Blair Charter School
• RSM US LLP
• US International Development Finance Corporation
• Vantage Data Centers

Note: You may not see an employer that you want to work for, but we strongly encourage your attendance nonetheless to practice networking.

• This is a casual networking event, and employers will be moving around the room chatting with employers.
• Employers will not have a designated table or booth.
• Employers will introduce themselves at the start of the program and then the networking will begin.
• Event organizers will prompt employers to move to the next table at certain time intervals.
• Delicious heavy appetizers and a bar will be available (bring photo ID).

• Explore internship or full-time opportunities for yourself.
• Communicate the needs of the Student Veteran Association and military-affiliated students.
• Learn about employer recruiting initiatives and how these organizations support veteran employee populations.

Employers will be encouraged to ask you questions, and vice versa. Please feel free to use these questions below as a starting point, and also generate some of your own questions. Think about what will help you get to know the employer better.

General Questions:

• What DEI initiatives is your organization working on?
• What resources are there at your company that promote inclusion and belonging?
• What employee resource groups (ERGs) are available at your organization?
• What are the benefits your organization offers that set you apart from others (example: medical/mental health coverage, EAP offerings, etc.)?
• What are the professional growth opportunities at your organization? Where do people go on to work?

Veteran Specific Questions:

• Do you have any veteran-specific programs or initiatives?
• How does your company assist veterans in transitioning to civilian roles?
• Are there any mentorship programs available for veterans?
• What kind of training and development opportunities do you offer for veterans?
• Do you have any employee resource groups or networks for veterans?
• How does your company recognize and value the skills and experiences of veterans?
• Are there any specific benefits or accommodations for veterans?
• Can you share any success stories of veterans who have joined your company?
• How does your company support veterans’ mental health and well-being?
• What partnerships or collaborations does your company have with veteran organizations?

• Research company websites, especially mission, values, culture, and leadership team.
• Think about how to introduce yourself:
  • Name, degree program, experience or role in the military, current job or internship, career goals or what you’re looking for in your next role.
• Review questions listed on this page — which ones do you want to ask?
• Set your goal for the event. Example: meet 2 new employers and follow up with them on LinkedIn and/or apply for their open positions.
• There is no formal dress code requirement for students. Business casual is encouraged, but you are welcome to come dressed casually as you might be coming from class, work, or other extracurriculars. 
• There are many forms of greetings such as verbal, handshakes, waving hello, etc. Individuals will have various comfort levels involving physical contact. Please respect boundaries and consent. 
• Refer to this Networking & Outreach resource for more networking tips!