Accelerate is a career prep program series to help you clarify your future direction, build experience, and polish your professional skills to fast track you towards career success. We hope to see you at these events throughout the academic year!
This program is brought to you in partnership with campus partners such as 21st Century Scholars, GROUPS, Accessible Educational Services, Center for Veterans & Military Students, and Career Exploration & Student Employment at Indiana University.
your future direction.
career experience.
your professional skills.
When you attend two Accelerate events throughout the year, you'll earn a certificate of accomplishment and a digital badge to showcase on your LinkedIn profile.
But that's not all! Badge earners gain exclusive early entry to the Summer Jobs & Internships Fair in April, where you can connect with employers seeking talented students for summer jobs and internships. Plus, attend four or more events and receive a stylish IU padfolio to help you stay organized and professional.
Note: all the listed Accelerate events are also eligible for Hudson & Holland Scholars’ S.U.C.C.E.E.D. to the End, “development” credit.
Join us for an engaging hybrid workshop that demystifies student employment including work-study for on and off campus positions. Meet staff from the student employment office to get an inside scoop on how to find opportunities to not only grow your bank account, but skillsets as well. Pizza provided!
Tuesday, January 14
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wells 009
Are you a student with a physical disability (mobility, orthopedic, visual, hearing)? Drop in to meet with a career coach as you prepare for the January 31, 2025, application deadline for The Fehribach Center internship program.
Friday, January 24
1-3 p.m.
Wells 002
Internships are a great way to build career related experience as a college student, but they aren’t the only way. Join our engaging workshop where we explore more ways to build career-related experience. Pizza provided!
Wednesday, January 29
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wells 009
You only have one chance to make a good impression! Learn the art of interviewing—and what steps it takes to get there. Hear from upper class students peer mentors about their interviewing experience. It’s the perfect way to prepare for your summer work experience interviews, and dinner is on us.
Wednesday, February 12
5:30-7 p.m.
Wells 009
We’ll explore how AI can revolutionize your job search and study habits! In this workshop, you’ll learn how to leverage AI for job and internship searches, enhance your resume and ace interviews, and utilize AI as your personal tutor.
Friday, February 21
12-1 p.m.
Wells 009
Feeling a bit lost in the college maze? Wondering if your current major is the right fit for you? You're definitely not alone! Join our creative workshop designed specifically for students who are still figuring out their academic and career direction. Pizza provided!
Friday, March 28
12-1 p.m.
Wells 009
Get step by step tips and create a personalized action plan to help you build experience & find your summer job/internship. Join this 3-week job club which will help you set aside time to work on your goals and walk away with a professional resume, cover letter, and job/internship search research expertise. Dinner provided!
March 25, April 1, and April 8
6-7 p.m.
Wells 009
Take advantage of this opportunity to fine-tune your resume for the summer! Drop-in to get personalized guidance on enhancing your resume. Whether you’re seeking internships, part-time jobs, or simply want to showcase the skills you developed this semester, our staff will help you shine.
Wednesday, April 23
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wells 009
