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FEATURED NEWS 

Save the date for the 2026 University of Minnesota Job & Internship Fair.

About the fair: the UMN Job & Internship Fair will connect students with unique job and internship opportunities in a variety of industries and 150+ employers. This fair is open to all current degree-seeking UMN students and alumni of up to three years (2022-2025)

Student registration for the fair will be opening in January 2026

Event Details: 

Date: Friday, February 27th, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
Locations: Huntington Bank Stadium and McNamara Alumni Center

Fair Website: jobfair.umn.edu

OPPORTUNITY SPOTLIGHT


Johnson Family Gift Scholarship Application Opening Soon!

 

JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Burns & Wilcox is hiring an Associate Underwriter
$60k - $70k per year
When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Their Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. Easy Apply online HERE

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Bond Sports is hiring a Buisiness Development Rep
Bond Sports is transforming the way sports facilities operate—modernizing scheduling, payments, and communication all in one powerful platform. They are looking for a high-energy Business Development Representative (BDR) to help drive their growth and expand their reach. If you're a self-starter who thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to make a real impact, they want to meet you.
Apply online HERE

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VOICEINSPORT is currently looking for applicants for the
2026 January to June class for all Creator roles! 
 
VOICEINSPORT is a global digital sport company that connects and inspires girls and women in sport through a members-only community platform. The Creator program, which is an internship open to college-aged women. The program is designed to elevate college students that are passionate about advocating for women in sport and that want to build a career in sport. The internship provides the opportunity to create written, visual, and/or audio content across the various VOICEINSPORT digital channels. VIS Creators™ will work on one of the following teams: Writing, Marketing & Social Media, Sales/Partnerships & Community, and Podcast 
Click HERE to apply!

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East Side Neighborhood Services (esns.org) is hiring for flexible part-time positions in Early Childcare Education
Highlights:
$19-$23 per hour
15 minute drive from campus

Viking Forest Products has Trader Trainee positions open
Contact Allie to apply!
Viking Forest Products is a premier commodity trading company and significant player in the wood products industry. VFP is a division of Forest City Trading Group - a $7B employee-owned company who has grown to become the leading distributor of forest products in North America. Due to the incredible growth and excitement surrounding VFP, we are looking for bright, competitive, self-driven individuals to join our team as a Trader Trainee!  As a Trader Trainee, you will:

Work with the logistics department to help grow our transportation network and solve any logistical issues that may arise
Start to learn the art of negotiation by negotiating freight rates with carriers and brokers
Learn about commodity markets and how to identify market trends & opportunities
Receive support and mentorship from top traders who are committed to helping you succeed 
Build your book of business by networking, prospecting and cold calling potential customers
 

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Northwestern Mutual
Financial Planning internships (year round!)
Apply on Handshake
More info

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Federated Insurance Positions Available

UPCOMING EVENTS
 

UMN Job & Internship Fair
Friday, February 27th, 2026
10am - 3pm
Fair Website: jobfair.umn.edu


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HIRING RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Collaboratively created resource for all
UofM students and recent grads 
  • Benefit from a basic overview of the varying hiring practices of employers 
  • Know what to expect during the interview and hiring process 
  • Document can be used by all UofM colleges and campuses
  • Visit https://z.umn.edu/hire-employer-type
Student stories, interview tips, job roles, life after graduation...and more!
NACE Article

ABOUT CAREER SERVICES

We are committed to providing experiences and resources that solidify and advance student-athletes’ future success.
 
For more information contact
Andrea Shada
Director of Professional Development and Services via email at slon0010@umn.edu