The Student Professional Development Center is hosting several events this spring focusing on preparing students for life after graduation.
This spring, students have several opportunities to prepare for life after graduation. From refining your job search strategy to interviewing with school districts and exploring graduate programs, these upcoming events from the Student Professional Development Center are designed to help students take the next step with confidence.
Senior Seminar: Navigating Your Job Search
Where: Koury Business Center – Room 204
When: March 17, 2026 | 9:40 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
The Porter Center presents the Spring 2026 Senior Seminar Series — Your Job Search Game Plan.
Join us for a seminar series created specifically to help seniors approach the job search with clarity, confidence and strategy. Whether you’re just beginning or refining your search, these sessions will provide practical tools to help you gain momentum.
We kick off the series with a focused session on how to:
- Organize your job search effectively
- Identify meaningful opportunities
- Create a personalized action plan that works
Mark your calendar for the full series:
- April 7 | Networking Strategies: Learn how to build meaningful connections that open doors.
- April 14 | Communicate Your Brand: Clarify your story and confidently articulate your value to employers.
Don’t leave your job search to chance. Build your strategy and move forward with purpose.
Questions? Contact LSBcareer@elon.edu
Teacher Candidate Interview Day
Where: McKinnon Hall – Moseley Center
When: March 25, 2026 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Step into your teaching career at the 2026 Elon Teacher Candidate Interview Day.
This premier recruiting event connects Elon teacher candidates directly with school systems actively hiring in North Carolina. Participating districts include:
- Alamance-Burlington School System
- Durham Public Schools
- Guilford County Schools
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
- Orange County Schools
- Randolph County School System
Each district will host pre-scheduled 30-minute interviews throughout the day, giving you focused time to highlight your clinical experiences, preparation and passion for teaching.
If you plan to teach in North Carolina, this is the most important recruiting event of the year.
More details about sign-ups will be shared soon! Start polishing your résumé now!
Employer Information Session: Methodist University Doctor of Occupational Therapy Program
Where: Thomas R. McLean Health Sciences Building
When: March 28, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Interested in pursuing a career in occupational therapy? Join representatives from Methodist University for an information session about their Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program.
During this event, you will:
- Tour state-of-the-art facilities
- Speak with student leaders
- Attend an admissions presentation with Q&A
- Meet the program director and faculty
- See demonstrations in advanced lab spaces
This is a great opportunity to explore graduate school options and connect directly with program leadership.
Register:
https://www.methodist.edu/academics/program/otd/event-registration/
Make the most of this spring by investing in your future. Whether you’re launching your job search, interviewing for your first teaching position, or exploring graduate study, these events are designed to help you succeed!
Questions? Contact
careerservices@elon.edu
Visit the SPDC website for a live chat anytime from 8 p.m. – 5 p.m.
https://www.elon.edu/u/spdc/