CCI Student Professional Development
CCI Professional Development activities are designed to help students gain confidence in communicating their experiences and skills to potential employers through workshops and events led by industry professionals and alums. Additionally, these programs are designed to help students build networking contacts as they seek opportunities. Those who participate indicate an increase in understanding about industry topics, the work of various roles, as well as a better understanding of how to apply transferable skills with their technical knowledge to achieve their goals.
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Upcoming Events
Career Meet Up: Preparing for a Technical Interview
Tuesday, March 31, 11:15am, Virtual
Attendees will learn tips, strategies, and resources for approaching a technical interview experience.
Virtual Workshop Series: Navigating the Early Career Year
All via Zoom, 12:00–1:00 PM:
March 25 — Tips for Navigating the Job Search after Graduation
April 1 — Networking Never Stops: Strategies for Building Your Social Capital as a New Professional
April 8 — Starting Off Strong: Navigating the First Year as a New Professional
Career Meet Up: Recorded Video Interview Success led by Truist
Wednesday, April 1, 10:10 AM, Virtual
Led by a professional from Truist, you will learn how to shine in pre-recorded video interviews, from mastering timing and delivery to showcasing your personality without live feedback. This Meet Up gives students practical strategies to stand out in the first screening step and make a strong early impression.
TTX – Employer in the Foyer
Wednesday, April 1, 11am,-2pm, Woodward Second Floor
TTX will host an engagement table Wednesday, April 1, 11 a.m.-2p.m. on the second floor of Woodward Hall. Students can drop by and learn more about the company as well as receive professional development-related feedback. No appointment necessary. Drop-ins welcome.
Deloitte Case Prep Workshop
Wednesday, April 1, 5:30 PM, Career Center (next to Atkins Library)
Join Deloitte for an in-person Case Prep Workshop to sharpen your interview skills, build confidence with the case interview format, and practice a structured approach to solving business problems. You’ll work through a sample case and leave with practical tips you can apply in fall recruiting.
Google: Build with AI
Thursday, April 2, 5pm, Dubois Center
Led by renowned Googlers, Google Developer Experts, and industry leaders, this event is where you will witness the power of technology unfold and acquire the tools to shape the future of tech.
Fidelity Investments Hackathon
Monday, May 11, 2026, 8:30 – 5:00 pm (APPLY BY APRIL 7)
During this two-day experience, participants will:
Team up with like-minded students to solve real-world hacking challenges
Build resumé ready skills while exploring career paths in technology
Network with female technologists driving innovation at Fidelity
Get fast-tracked for consideration for a Summer 2027 internship!
Apply Here – DEADLINE APRIL 7
Building Frontier Finance, and OnChain Event
Tuesday, April 14, 5:30pm, Cone 111
The Financial System Transition: What This Means and Why It Matters
The onchain transition of financial markets is real. The DTCC is tokenizing treasuries. BIS is building a blockchain alternative to SWIFT. Stripe is transitioning to Tempo, a payments blockchain. It’s happening and the students who understand onchain finance and build with agentic AI first will have an unfair advantage. This event exists to give them that edge and to surface the builders in the city worth knowing.
The Hartford – Employer in the Foyer
Wednesday, April 15, 11am,-2pm, Woodward Second Floor
Get insights into how The Hartford helps young professionals Learn, Grow, Network, and Build Opportunities; explore career paths in tech and data within the insurance industry and; connect with leaders and peers who are passionate about innovation and impact. No appointment necessary. Drop-ins welcome.
The Hartford Summer 2027 Internship Preview Session
Wednesday, April 15, 4pm, Woodward 335
Meet with a data engineer, data scientist, and cloud engineer as they share info about The Hartford’s early career programs. Each will share their career journey and discuss a current project they’re working on. This is a great chance to learn about The Hartford’s Summer 2027 recruiting season which will open for application in September 2026.
Fireside Chat with Wells Fargo CIO, Ken Meyer
Thursday, April 16, 6:00 PM, CHHS 155
Join Wells Fargo CIO Ken Meyer for an inside look at how large-scale technology and innovation drive the modern financial world. This session offers a unique opportunity for students to learn how to lead cross-functional teams and align technical strategy with high-stakes business goals.
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More CCI Professional Development events are listed in Niner Engage or view on the CCI Events Calendar.
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