CareerCon: Education brings together employers and organizations who are actively recruiting for internships and full-time roles in teaching, school leadership, educational administration, academic support, youth programs and related fields.
This event is for all John Jay students (undergraduate and graduate) and alumni in every major and degree program, whether you are exploring education careers or ready to apply. CareerCon will give you the insight, connections and tools to confidently move forward.
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What you'll do at CareerCon
- Visit close to 90 employer and graduate program tables to learn about internships, full-time roles, and education-related opportunities directly from recruiters and admissions representatives
- Attend panel discussions to hear first-hand insights from alumni and education professionals about the field
- Network with professionals and alumni working in K-12 schools, higher education, youth development, community-based education programs and other areas of education
- Participate in speed resume review sessions to get immediate, actionable feedback from professionals
What you'll gain by attending
- An understanding of career paths in education, school leadership, youth development, and more to determine how your skills and interests align with the field
- One-on-one time with employers who are actively recruiting John Jay students and alumni for impactful roles across functions
- Insider knowledge from alumni and professionals on what schools and organizations look for in top candidates
- Real-time resume feedback and tailored professional guidance, resulting in stronger applications
- Meaningful connections that can lead to internships, teaching positions, graduate study, future collaborations and more
- Access to alumni and professionals who can share firsthand advice on growing and thriving in an education career
CareerCon is your opportunity to make strategic connections, gain insider knowledge, and leave with the clarity and confidence to take your next step in education.
