Fall Career Fair

September 24, 2026

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
West Center Courts

 

Winthrop's annual Fall Career Fair brings together students, alumni, and employers for a morning of professional networking and recruiting. This event is open to all majors and is an opportunity for students and alumni to learn about industries, career paths, and internship and employment opportunities with local, regional, and national organizations. 

Register in Handshake    

 Students and Alumni     Employers 

 

Event Details

    Registration

    Student and alumni registration is in Handshake. Alumni can visit our Handshake page for instructions on how to log in.

    Time & Location

    The event is from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on the West Center courts. Student and alumni check-in begins at 11 a.m.

    Dress Code

    Business casual or professional attire is required. Need something to wear?

    • Visit the Career Closet during our drop-in hours or schedule an appointment in Handshake.
    • Stop by during our Pop-Up Career Closet and Headshot event for FREE professional attire and a LinkedIn headshot: Tuesday, September 15 from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 5 p.m. in DiGs 114.

    Resumes

    Students are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resumes. Need some help with your resume?

      • Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.
      • Upload your resume to Handshake for feedback.
      • Join us for our drop-in resume review events:
        • February 11, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in 114 DiGiorgio Campus Center
        • February 18, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Bookstore Commons, DiGiorgio Campus Center
    • Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment.
    • Upload your resume to Handshake for feedback (typical response time 3-4 buisiness days).
    • CDI Pop-Up Resume Tables:
      • September 8, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., DiGs Lobby
      • September 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., DiGs Concourse
    • CDI Lunch-and-Learn: Resume Glow Up!
      • September 10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., DiGs 114
    • CDI Special Drop-In Hours
      • September 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bancroft 312

    Registration

    Deadline: Employer registration closes on September 17 or once capacity is reached (space is limited).
    Fee:

    • Standard Rate: $150 (includes up to 2 reps)
    • Government/Nonprofit Rate: $100 (includes up to 2 reps)
    • Additional Representative Fee: $25 per additional rep (maximum of 2 additional reps)
      • Standard Rate: $125 (includes up to 2 reps)
      • Government/Nonprofit Rate: $100 (includes up to 2 reps)
      • Additional Representative Fee: $35 per additional reps (maximum of 2 additional reps, for a total of 4 reps)

      Time & Location

      The event is from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on the West Center Courts (15 on Campus Map).

      • Address: 695 Scholars Walk, Rock Hill, SC 29733

      Parking

      Employer parking is available in Margaret Nance Parking Lot (G on Campus Map) and in-between the West Center and McBryde Hall (see 15 and 16). Overflow parking is available in Johnson Parking Lot (see E) and Founders Parking Lot (gravel; see D). Visitor parking passes are not required for these designated areas.

      For employers who require assistance with heavy items, a designated drop-off area will be available in front of the West Center.

      Check-In

      Employer check-in begins at 10 a.m. in the West Center Lobby (15 on Campus Map). Event staff will direct employers to their tables upon arrival. Suggested items to bring:

      • Logoed tablecloth, posters and signage for table (6-foot table and standard garnet tablecloth will be provided)
      • Brochures/flyers/business cards 
      • QR code to job postings/instructions on how to apply (employers are encouraged to post their positions in Handshake prior to the event)
      • Promotional items/swag

    For more information, contact Michael Szeman, Associate Director, at szemanm@winthrop.edu or call the career center at 803/323-2141.

    Event Sponsors

    Special thanks to our event sponsor SC Department of Workforce and Employment!

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