Join us for Spring Career Days at University Park for the opportunity to meet hundreds of employers for internships and full-time positions. Penn State Abington provides free round-trip transportation to University Park for our students to participate.
Trip Details
How to Save Your Spot on the Bus
1. Choose Your Day
February 4, 2020 - for students looking for Non-Technical Internship and Full-Time positions
February 5, 2020 - for students looking for Technical Internships and Full-Time positions
More info about each day can be found at the University Park Spring Career Days Website.
2. Register to Attend
Register using our Penn State Abington Career Fair Trip Registration Form
3. Deposit
Pay your $10 deposit in person. Visit us on the second floor of Lares - Room 206 with $10 cash for your deposit. We will return your deposit when you board the bus. (You are not officially registered until you pay your deposit. Your seat may be given to another student.)
DEADLINE: Deposit must be paid by Friday, January 31, 2020 at 4:30pm
How to Prepare for Career Days at University Park
Resume
NOW is the time to have your resume reviewed by a professional in the PSU Abington Career & Professional Development center. Please email us at [email protected] or call our office at 215.881.7529 to get started.
Research
Please review the Career Days website to research the companies attending. Students that do not prepare find themselves overwhelmed and spinning their wheels. Prepare questions you plan to ask and identify your top priority companies.
Your Pitch
Prepare and practice your 30 second introduction. Visit the Career Days page for tips or check out this article from The Balance.
Your Appearance
Wear professional attire (This is a MUST. You will not be able to board the bus if you are not dressed professionally.)
What to Bring
Missing Class
Letters excusing you from classes will be given to you when you board the bus.
Deposits
Deposits are returned only to those who board the bus and attend the event.
Commitment
Failure to notify Penn State Abington Career & Professional Development of your cancellation by Friday 01/31/2020 at 4:30pm will result in the forfeiture of your deposit and your ability to attend future bus trips may be revoked.
Check out our FAQ Page for Abington Students to learn more about participating in a Career Days Trip.
Make an appointment today to have your resume reviewed at Penn State Abington Career & Professional Development:
Log on to Nittany Lion Careers
Select Make an Appointment on the right rail
If you have any questions, please contact us at 215-881-7529 or email [email protected]