Getting a Dam Job | Career Development Center | Student Affairs

Ready to find your next job or internship, but not sure where to start? We can help with that.

"Getting a Dam Job" is OSU's signature career workshop series, designed to equip you no matter where you are on the college-to-career journey. Workshop topics vary each term; attend just one or the entire series.

Upcoming Workshops

Spring 2026

Launch your career journey with confidence through our Spring 2026 workshop series. Learn practical strategies for every stage of the job search: from crafting standout application materials to mastering networking and adapting to an ever-changing job market.

Getting a Dam Job: Winning Resumes & Cover Letters

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT

Location: Virtual
Learn about crafting resumes and cover letters that will help your application materials stand out for jobs, internships, graduate school, research, or other opportunities you will be applying to. The presentation will cover formatting, content, highlighting your skills, applicant tracking software (ATS), and telling a compelling story in your cover letter. Before attending the workshop, we encourage you to upload your resume to Vmock to get a virtual review and individualized feedback for improvement: https://www.vmock.com/oregonstate.

Getting a Dam Job: How to Change Career Directions

Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT

Location: Virtual
Most people don't have a linear career path. We all often have experiences that don't directly align with our specific career goal, but those are also deeply valuable! In this workshop, come learn about what transferable skills are, how to identify yours and how to leverage these towards your career goals.

Getting a Dam Job: Career Declassified - Networking Survival Guide

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT

Location: Virtual
It's often hard to find the time to network with people outside of OSU (or even within, classes and studying sure can take up a lot of time!). While passing your classes is important, studies have found that 50 - 80% of jobs are filled through networking.

This workshop will provide tips and tricks to:
- Figuring out who you should network with
- Ways and strategies you can engage with networking
- Example questions or phrases that you can prepare ahead of time to put your best foot forward

Getting a Dam Job: Oops...I Still a Need a Job or Internship!

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT

Location: Virtual
It's not too late to find a great job or internship for this summer or beyond—many employers are still actively recruiting Beavers! Join our workshop now to get essential tips and strategies that will streamline your search and help you find the right career opportunity before the summer arrives.