HELPS Fair: Exploring Helping Profession - Career Connections Center

HELPS Fair: Exploring Helping Profession

March 5, 2025 |3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Reitz Union Grand Ballroom

Join us this spring for the first HELPS Fair: Exploring Helping Professions, a unique event dedicated to students pursuing careers in the Healthcare, Education, Legal, and Public Service/Non-Profit sectors.  This career fair is designed for those who aspire to make a difference and serve their communities through helping professions.  Students will connect with leading employers, gain insights from industry experts, and explore a variety of career opportunities that embody the spirit of HELPS.  Whether you’re an Employer in a HELPS profession or a student looking to heal, educate, protect, or serve, the HELPS Fair: Exploring Helping Professions is your gateway to a fulfilling and impactful connections.  Share your passion for helping others into a rewarding profession!

This event is good for those seeking roles in:

Government
Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, and Allied Health
Non-Profits
Public Service
Education/ Corporate Training/ Ed Tech
Social Service Organizations

Participating Employers

Download the Symplicity Jobs & Careers App in the App Store or in Google Play. Here you can see the list and map of employers who will be attending each event. You’ll also have access to many features of Gator CareerLink, including jobs postings, event listings, and career planning appointments.

A list of employers can also be found in Gator CareerLink website.

Prepare for the Fair

Let’s Get Ready!

Business professional attire is strongly encouraged
Bring your Gator 1 or Gator 1 ID number for admission to the event
Bring several copies of your resumes for distribution
Have your resume reviewed prior to the event. The C3 provides an Express Drop-In service (no appointment needed), weekdays between 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. for resume reviews, mock interviews, and more
Research the organizations before attending
Prepare questions to ask employers so you can see if an employer is a good fit with your values, abilities, and interests
Have a platform (notepad or phone app) to jot down notes of your conversations with recruiters to use during your follow-ups
Come prepared knowing your availability for employment or internship, including start and end dates

Questions to Ask Yourself Before the Event:
1. What kind of full-time experience are you looking for?
2. Where would you be willing to relocate for work?
3. Does the field you are looking to work in require any special certifications?

Preparation Events

If you are an individual with a disability and anticipate needing accommodations, please contact CCCCareerFairs@ufsa.ufl.edu at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Messages from Gator Caucus Members

Senator Marco Rubio

Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Representative Kat Cammack

Representative Greg Steube

Representative Gus Bilirakis