UMBC 2026 Fall Career & Internship Fair

UMBC Students and alumni, don't miss this opportunity to attend UMBC's annual Fall Career & Internship Fair being held at the Retriever Activities Center (RAC)!

Connect with 100+ employers representing a variety of corporate, non-profit and government organizations, ready to recruit UMBC talent for internships and full-time opportunities.

UMBC alumni and students from all majors and academic levels are encouraged to attend. UMBC ID will be requested at the entrance. If you do not have your UMBC ID, a photo ID will be required to verify UMBC affiliation. We encourage alumni, who graduated prior to 2018 and plan on attending the Fair, to sign up for a Handshake account in advance. We look forward to welcoming you to connect with employers and explore career opportunities.

How can you be successful at the fair?

• Complete your Handshake profile ahead of time and consider setting your profile to public.
• First impressions are important, so plan your wardrobe ahead of time and dress professionally.
• Make sure your resume shines, check out our resume writing page. Then get your resume critiqued at our upcoming Resume Rescue events! You can also always stop by our drop-in hours (M-Th, 2-4pm) or schedule an appointment with the Career Center.
• Bring several printed copies of your resume (around 15-20 copies).
• Research the employers attending the event in advance and prepare intelligent questions. See the list under the "Employers" tab on the Fair in Handshake and be sure to check out the Directory (released roughly 1 week prior to the fair - check back here for the link once available).
• Practice your 30-second commercial/pitch. Be sure to check out our micro session: Perfect Your Pitch (30-Second Commercial).
• Download the Handshake app on your phone, so you can check-in at employer booths.

Pssst! Need a breather during the fair? Forgot to bring a snack or a drink? Stop by the Relaxation Space (track level, Room 106) for a reaffirming chat, light refreshments, or for a quiet moment to yourself.

Due to construction closure of the sidewalk between Sherman and Sondheim Halls, those planning to join us toward the opening of the Fair at 11:30 a.m., please line up around the West and South sides of the RAC.

Questions? Contact the Career Center at careers@umbc.edu, 410.455.2216

Please note: This event is open for full participation by all UMBC individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy. 

UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors. If you would like to request accommodations (e.g., ASL interpreters, captioning, wheelchair access, etc.) for this event due to a disability, please notify us at least two weeks prior to the event. Requests received after that time cannot be guaranteed, but we will do our best to make arrangements for program access. Please contact the event host (careers@umbc.edu) with your specific request and be sure to include the event title, date, and time.