Exploring Innovation in Agriculture: Career Trek to IFAS Research Centers

This October, students joined the Career Connections Center for a Career Trek to two University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Research and Education Centers: The Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) in Lake Alfred and the Mid-Florida Research …

By Jillian Prescott
Jillian Prescott
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Highlights and Insights from our Career Trek: Exploring Law Schools and Legal Careers in Miami

A group of 42 motivated pre-law Gators recently embarked on a three-day career trek to Miami to explore their interest in law school and the legal profession. Funded by a grant from the Law School Admission Council (LSAC), the experience …

By George Mitsios
George Mitsios Career Pathways Coach - Public Sector
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Career Trek: Anheuser-Busch and Johnson & Johnson Vision

Exploring Careers with Industry Giants: UF Students Visit Anheuser-Busch and Johnson & Johnson Vision

Earlier this semester, a group of University of Florida students embarked on a Career Trek to Jacksonville, where they had the unique opportunity to visit two global …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Inside the Performing Arts Industry: What UF Students Learned on the Orlando Career Trek

On June 23, the Career Connections Center hosted its first-ever arts-focused Career Trek, taking students behind the scenes at two standout nonprofits in Orlando: the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and Orlando Shakes. From touring iconic spaces to …

By Zita Gonzalez
Zita Gonzalez Manager for Human Services, Consulting, and Education
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Virtual Career Trek Highlights – Orlando Health

On June 24th, the Career Connections Center (C3) hosted a virtual career trek with Orlando Health.  Attendees of the trek learned about the Orlando Health hospital system and potential careers with the organization in roles such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, …

By Brendan Daigle
Brendan Daigle
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Soaring into Innovation: UF Students Explore Careers at CAE

In April, UF students took their career exploration to new heights with a Career Trek to CAE’s new Tampa facility, a global leader in flight simulation and aviation training.

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Career Trek to Orlando Health

🏥 Explore dynamic healthcare careers at one of Central Florida’s leading healthcare systems with our virtual Career Trek to Orlando Health! 🌟

Join this Career Trek for the opportunity to connect with healthcare professionals and learn more about the organization’s mission, career …

By Brendan Daigle
Brendan Daigle
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A roller coaster Career Trek: Highlights and photos from our visit to Fun Spot America–Orlando & The Villages

UF students and staff explored careers in fun during a visit to Fun Spot America-Orlando and The Villages Recreation and Parks in February.

During our visit to Fun Spot America – Orlando, students explored areas like social media, sales, and marketing. …

By David Adams
David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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Exploring Career Pathways in Greater Fort Lauderdale: A Spring Break Trek to the Tech Hub

Over spring break, the UF Career Connections Center (C3), in collaboration with The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, led 36 University of Florida students on a two-day immersive Career Trek to the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. The experience offered valuable insights …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton Assistant Director for Career Pathways: STEM
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Wildlife & Conservation Career Trek: Adventure Awaits

On March 21st, the Career Connections Center (C3) hosted a career trek to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens and St. Johns Riverkeeper in Jacksonville, FL, where students explored hands-on learning and gained insight into animal care, ecosystem restoration, and the …

By Jillian Prescott
Jillian Prescott
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