Build Your Network and Gain Practical Skills

SIS students have access to both the SIS Office of Career Development and the AU Career Center. The following sections provide more information about the programs hosted regularly聽by the SIS Office of Career Development. Our programs are designed to introduce聽students to networking and skills building in professional development. Meet alumni, hear from top employers, and get on-the-ground experience by attending events and programs!

Many of these programs target SIS juniors, seniors, and graduate students, but most are open to all AU students and alumni to participate. Students can see all upcoming activities聽and sign up for them in Handshake.聽

Explore our programs &聽events

Upcoming Career Events
Date Event Time Type Location Description
5/30/2024 9:15am-11:20am In Person Harry S Truman Building, 330 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20006 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/30/2024 12:30pm-2pm In Person 1050 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 450 Washington, DC 20036 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/30/2024 2:45pm-4:30pm In Person 10 G St NE #800, Washington, DC 20002 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/31/2024 9:00am-9:50am In Person SIS Room 113 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/31/2024 10:00am-10:50am In Person SIS Room 113 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/31/2024 11:00am-11:50am In Person SIS Room 113 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development
5/31/2024 1:00pm-1:50pm In Person SIS Room 113 Hosted by the SIS Office of Career Development

Mentoring

The SIS Mentoring Program connects students with alumni mentors for one academic year. The program is open to juniors, seniors, and graduate students. Students and alumni do not need to be based in the DC area to participate. This year-long program begins in September each year, with new applications opening up in August.聽

Applications are currently open and are due August 28th. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

Outcomes: explore post-graduation pathways, learn how to create networks that support their goals, and move towards your聽next professional聽steps

Learn more 听听听听听View this year's mentors

Site Visits

Industry Site Visits are in-person visits at the office of an industry employer. These educational trips offer students the opportunity to meet with professionals at an organization, including AU alums, learn more about that organizations work and opportunities, and prepare to engage in professional workspaces before entering their careers.聽

Site Visits occur periodically throughout the year. When they are available, the sign up will be in Handshake. Students should check Handshake regularly for the most up-to-date information.

Outcomes: practice asking questions, dressing professionally, giving handshakes, taking notes, and meeting new professional colleagues all while learning about a industry top employer and gaining access to opportunities that employer has to offer