Business & Career Development Center

Students, get ready to meet employers face to face! Columbia International University's Job Fair on Monday, Oct. 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. brings organizations to campus to share job openings, internships, and other career opportunities. Bring your résumé, explore your options, and start building professional connections. Employers are invited to grow their presence at CIU and connect with motivated candidates. Questions? Contact the Business & Career Development Center at bcdc@ciu.edu.

This session introduces goal setting, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving techniques that can be applied in school, work, and everyday life. Gain practical tools to help you stay organized and achieve results.

Ready to make your résumé stand out? Join Amy DuBois for a practical workshop on creating professional résumés and cover letters that catch employers' attention. Learn how to highlight your skills, experiences, and accomplishments, tailor your materials to specific opportunities, and walk away with strategies to make a strong first impression.

Where faith meets real life. Join for worship, authentic testimonies, and connections with others pursuing purpose in work, studies, and calling.

What kind of work are you made for? Join Alysia Kehoe for a workshop on discovering how your passions, strengths, and values can shape your future career. Through guided self-reflection, you'll explore how to make intentional decisions that lead to meaningful, fulfilling work and leave with greater clarity on your next steps toward your professional goals.

South Carolina's most innovative student entrepreneurs are coming to CIU! Join us Thursday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon in Shortess Chapel for the Palmetto Pitch Competition Finals. Watch finalists from colleges across the state present their business ideas and compete for cash prizes. Come celebrate student creativity and innovation.

Nervous about your next job interview? Join Phil Izon to build the confidence and skills you need to succeed. You'll explore common interview questions, effective communication techniques, and professional etiquette, plus practical strategies for making a lasting impression. Walk away ready to present your best self to potential employers.