2021 News
Faculty and Staff Use for the Career Center
December 17, 2021 - The Career Center is making plans for the next semester and encourage all faculty and staff to utilize the information below as they’re planning their course syllabi, events, and other programs.
Student Employee of the Year Nominations
December 2, 2021 - Nominations for the 2022 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year are now being accepted. Any student who is on the student employee payroll, and serves in an official student employee position, is eligible.
Upcoming Career Meet-Up: Wildlife and Natural Resources
October 25, 2021 - Students of all majors interested in opportunities in the wildlife and natural resources fields are invited to attend the Wildlife and Natural Resources Career Meet-Up from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. Employers will be participating in person in the Berney Family Welcome Center Great Room or virtually.
New Roles with the Career Center Team
October 20, 2021 - The K-State Career Center is pleased to share news about recent hires and promotions within the department. A search for an Assistant Director position in addition to a coordinator position will be announced soon. For more details about job openings and the Career Center, visit www.ksu.edu/careercenter .
Bring School Representatives and Students Together to Facilitate Connections for Applying to Law School.
Sept 27, 2021 – The Career Center and Pre-Law Advising Program invite students to attend the Pre-Law Career Meet-Up from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, September 30, in the Berney Family Welcome Center. Students can see who is coming to the event through their Handshake account.
Over 300 Employers Will Attend the All-University Career Fair In-Person and Virtually
Sept 20, 2021 — The K-State Career Center is excited to introduce students to more than 300 employers during the four-day All-University Career Fair that will be hosted in-person at Bramlage Coliseum Sept. 21, 22 and 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT and online via Handshake on Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CDT.
Industry and Student Organizations Partner Through Career Center Connections
Sept 7, 2021 — While remote classrooms and operations are challenging, they can also prompt innovation resulting in new program successes. For the second year in a row, industry representatives and student organizations are being virtually partnered through the Career Center Connection program.
The K-State Career Center Offers New Hybrid Options for Career Support
Sept 6, 2021 — The K-State Career Center is offering both in-person and virtual services this semester through a tiered services approach. Students are able to choose the service that best fits their career planning needs.
The Career Center Invites Students to Kickoff
Aug 23, 2021 — The K-State Career Center team invites students to join us for yard games, snacks and a t-shirt givewaway!
Students Invited to Attend Career Center's Inaugural, Summer Part-Time Opportunities Fair
July 14, 2021 — The K-State Career Center is excited to have students register for the virtual Part-Time Opportunities Fair which will take place from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, July 23 via Handshake.
Employers Invited to Register for Inaugural, Summer Part-Time Opportunities Fair
June 14, 2021 — The K-State Career Center will host the fair virtually from 12 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 23.
Winner Announced for the 2021 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year
Apr. 19, 2021 — The K-State Career Center wishes to congratulate Jazstyn Moyer, Student Life Center front desk worker and intramural student coordinator for Student Life at the Polytechnic campus, on her selection as winner of the Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year Award.
Register for the Apr. 22 Creating Internships Webcast
Apr. 16, 2021 — Faculty and staff from the K-State community are invited to join employers for a webcast about Creating and Delivering an Amazing Internship Program.
Join the K-State Career Center for the 2021 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year Awards Ceremony
Apr. 7, 2021 — The Career Center is excited to invite the campus community to join us in honoring our outstanding student employees at the 2021 Kyle Pelton Student Employee of the Year Awards Ceremony.
Students Are Invited to Attend the Virtual Social Services Career Meet-Up
Mar. 29, 2021 — The Career Center invites students to attend the virtual Social Services Career Meet-Up from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 30. Students need to register for the event in Handhsake.
Big 12 Virtual Career Fair to be held Mar. 24
Mar. 23, 2021 — The K-State Career Center will host the Big 12 Virtual Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT Wednesday, Mar. 24 online via Career Eco.
Students Are Invited to Attend the Virtual Media and Communications Career Meet-Up
Mar. 17, 2021 — The Career Center invites students to attend the virtual Media and Communications Career Meet-Up from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 18. Students need to register for the event in Handshake.
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Business Career Fair to be held Mar. 9
Mar. 8, 2021 — The Business Career Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST Tuesday, Mar. 9 online via Handshake. The career fair will host over 40 companies looking for interns, co-op and full-time employees.
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K-State graduates report employment, continuing education success
Feb. 16, 2021 — Even a pandemic can't stop a Wildcat from excelling in the job market.
The latest post-graduation report from Kansas State University for graduates in the 2019-2020 school year finds 95% are employed or furthering their education.
Students Are Invited to Attend the Virtual Hospitality Career Meet-Up
Feb. 15, 2021 — The Career Center invites students to attend the virtual Hospitality Career Meet-Up from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18.
2021 Engineering Career Fair to be held Feb. 10
Feb. 9, 2021 — The Engineering Career Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10 online via Handshake. The career fair will host over 95 engineering companies looking for interns, co-op and full-time employees.
Ten-Minute Tune-Ups: Resume Critique Service Starts Monday, Feb. 1
Feb. 1, 2021 — The K-State Career Center will host brief resume and cover letter critiques through a new service called “Ten-Minute Tune-Ups.”
New Program for Agriculture Careers Will Launch Feb. 1
Jan. 26, 2021 — The K-State Career Center will host a new virtual networking program for students seeking career opportunities in agriculture.
Nominations Open for 2021 Student Employee of the Year Celebration
Jan. 15, 2021 — Supervisors are now able to nominate student employees for recognition of outstanding work.