Attend Career Skills Events
Brush up on your career management skills or learn something new about the most effective ways to conduct a job search. We offer virtual and in-person programming throughout the academic year. Check back regularly for updated event information, dates, and registration instructions. Events are open to all Georgetown Graduate students. (Last updated: October 7, 2026.)
Fall 2026 October Career Series
Make the most of October with a month-long career series designed to help you strengthen your job search and build practical career skills. Each week, join us for a new session featuring a different speaker and career-focused topic, from networking and building professional connections to understanding Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and optimizing your application strategy. We’ll wrap up the series with an employer visit, giving you the opportunity to hear directly from an employer, learn about career opportunities, and gain insight into the hiring process.
New topic. New speaker. New opportunity to move your career forward, every week in October. More event details below and on our Handshake.
Networking 101 & Utilizing Hoya Gateway
Tuesday, October 13 | 2-3pm | Car Barn 202
Learn how to use Hoya Gateway to connect with Georgetown alumni and build meaningful professional relationships. Hear from Emily McDonald, Associate Director of Alumni Career Services.
Bring your career questions and get ready to start networking!
The Art and Science of Applicant Tracking Systems
Tuesday, October 20 | 2-3pm | Car Barn 202
Ever wonder what happens to your resume after you click “Apply”? Join us with Wayne Wheeles, a Forward-Deployed AI & Cloud Transformation Leader. This session will explore the art and science behind Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and how technology is shaping today’s hiring process.
Employer Talks: Working for the U.S. State Department
Tuesday, October 27 | 2-3pm | Car Barn 202
Curious about what it’s like to work at the U.S. Department of State? Join us for an employer talk featuring a State Department representative. Learn about the Department’s diverse career paths, get an introduction to Pathways Programs and other entry points into federal service, and hear tips for navigating the federal hiring process.