UVA IC CAREER WEEK

We are getting ready for our annual Intelligence & Security Careers (ISC) Week at UVA! This article has the current schedule of programs for this year’s events – please note that these dates/times/locations are subject to change as we get closer to September. By registering your interest on Handshake for the events you are interested in, you can keep track of all the most up to date information.

If you want to learn more about this career field, are working on an application to a federal agency, or have questions about the security clearance process, then we have an event for you! See the full schedule of programming below.

Questions about any of these programs? Reach out to Elizabeth at emw8g@virginia.edu!

Monday, September 16

Overview of the Intelligence Community (Great Hall in Garrett Hall, September 16, 5:30-6:45pm)

Featuring NSPC Director of Academic Programs, Dr. John Robinson! Attend this session to discover the variety of agencies that exist and learn how to find information on the types of work that exist within this secretive industry!

Tuesday, September 17

Federal Resume Workshop & Resume Drop-Ins with Career Counselors (Monroe 120, September 17, 10am-noon)

Planning to attend programs during Intelligence and Security Careers Week? Getting ready to submit your applications for internships or full-time positions? Stop by these drop-in hours to chat with one of our Public Service & Government Career Counselors to do a quick resume review and make sure that your resume is tailored and ready to go for positions in intelligence and security work. Stop by right at 10am to hear from an agency representative on how to best build a federal resume!

Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI) Internship & Job Fair (Virtual, September 17, 10am-4pm)

Students attending a Virginia institution of higher education studying cyber and cyber-adjacent majors are welcome. Prepare for the fair by connecting with one of our counselors at the mornings resume workshop!

Wednesday, September 18

Public Service & Government Career Drop-Ins (Clemons Library, 2nd floor, Wednesdays from 1:30-4:30pm)

Thinking about careers in intelligence? Want to explore similar career paths in public service & government? Working on your resume or elevator pitch for the Intelligence & Security Career Fair? Stop by our Public Service & Government (PSG) Career Drop-In Hours, which happen every Wednesday on the 2nd floor of Clemons Library from 1:30-4:30pm.

Thursday, September 19

Intelligence Simulation led by the National Security Policy Center (Great Hall in Garrett Hall, September 19, 9-11am)

Students will participate in a tabletop exercise.  Working in teams as analysts from the intelligence agencies, students will use a scenario provided to evaluate information, create intelligence, and evaluate potential geopolitical impacts. They will learn about the intelligence process, the agencies’ collection specialties, and how collaboration works across the Intelligence Community. This event is open to students of all years and majors – but please note that there is A LIMIT OF 30 SEATS – so make sure to register!

Navigating the Security Clearance Process (Great Hall in Garrett Hall, September 19, 5:30-6:30pm)

Are you applying to a position that requires a security clearance? Attend this session to learn what experiences and behaviors to avoid so that you move through the process smoothly! This session will also give you the opportunity to talk-through the different steps needed for your clearance and what to expect in that process (ex. forms, polygraph test, interview, etc.).

Friday, September 20

Employer Resume Reviews (Bryant Hall Recruiting Room, September 20, 10:00-11:30am)

Get your resume reviewed by an employer working in the field of intelligence. Employer representatives from a variety of intelligence & security organizations will be in attendance. More employers may be added and this list is subject to change.

On-Grounds Intelligence and Security Careers Day (Scott Stadium Suites, September 20, noon-3:00pm)

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