Business, Public Service and Tourism

The Business, Public Service, and Tourism Career Pathway encompasses a wide range of career interests and opportunities, including business management and administration, finance, entrepreneurship, government and public administration, law and public safety, and hospitality and tourism. Students and alumni exploring careers in these fields will find customized resources, programs, and services to help them achieve their career goals and develop world readiness – the skills they need for life, citizenship, and work.

Career clusters included in this Career Pathway include:

  • Business Management and Administration – includes careers leading and managing businesses, including planning, organizing, and support. This includes entrepreneurship, retail, real estate, and careers leading and managing for-profit, not-for-profit, and government organizations.
  • Finance – includes careers in financial and investment planning, banking, insurance, and business financial management, including with organizations like banks, insurance agencies, and investment funds.
  • Government and Public Administration – includes careers in government at all levels, including local, state, and federal government entities, international and intergovernmental organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs). These careers may include public policy, international relations, language and translation, security, natural resources, economic development, and public services.
  • Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security – includes careers in law, public safety, corrections, and security. Pre-law students are included in this career cluster.
  • Hospitality and Tourism – includes careers in managing, marketing, and operations of restaurants, lodging, attractions, recreation, entertainment, sports, and travel.

You are welcome to engage with as many pathways as you would like! Take time to review the community – check out the articles and blog posts and explore the resources to learn more about these industries. You will also find things you can do now, like joining a related student organization or getting involved with a professional association, to explore and develop relevant skills and knowledge.

Immigration Attorney Q&A with Fragomen

The U.S. immigration system can be tough to navigate as an international student. In collaboration with Fragomen, the largest immigration law firm in the world, the UF Career Connections Center has created this session to provide international students with an …

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Washington Internship Program – Summer 2025 applications open

The application for the Summer 2025 Bob Graham Center Washington, D.C. Internship Program is now open! This in-person internship offers UF undergraduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Florida Congressional and Senate offices while living in D.C.

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David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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Secure your side gig, explore careers in clean energy and sustainability, get advice on your pre-health journey, and more with our 16 spring Gator Career Chat workshops

You’re invited to attend the spring 2025 Gator Career Chat series. Gator Career Chats help you explore careers across various Career Pathways and are led by UF alumni and friends of the Gator Nation who will share their career journeys, highlights, …

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David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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Prepare for Career Week workshop – event recap, recording, and resources

To help you get ready for Career Week, the Career Connections Center hosted “Prepare for Career Week: How to Stand Out to Employers,” focused on preparing you for next week’s Career Showcase events. The workshop provided guidance on research, professional …

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David Adams Senior Assistant Director for Career Pathways – Business, Public Service, and Tourism
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From ‘Guest to Ally’ – Collaborating for Community-Driven Change with Peace Corps (recap & recording)

Quick recap

In a recent workshop, Dani Arnwine, a former Peace Corps volunteer and Peace Corps UF Recruiter, shared her insights on the transformative mission and values of the Peace Corps. She emphasized its focus on community-driven development, working alongside …

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Solving Business Problems

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Do you have a business problem that you are having trouble solving? Mike Figliuolo has a simple five-step process for…

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Running a Design Business: Presentation Skills

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Developing Ideas and Advertising Concepts

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In this series, Todd Dewett, PhD, shares the tips respected and motivated managers use to improve rapport, navigate tricky situations,…

Video Journalism: Storytelling Techniques

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Microsoft Project 2013 Essential Training

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Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.