International Students

Welcome to the International Students Community at the University of Florida! This space is designed to provide you with tailored resources and support as you navigate your studies and career development.

Explore the community to find articles, blogs, and resources to enhance your career readiness. Here, you’ll learn about professional development opportunities, student organizations to join, and how to connect with international alumni who have walked a similar path. Use labor market insights and career pathway information to make informed decisions about your future.

Attention STEAM Students!

The Spring Career Showcase is just around the corner—are you ready to shine? Prepare for success by participating in career readiness events and receiving personalized guidance from our Career Connection Center experts: STEAM Pathways Career Coach Karissa Singh and STEM …

By Crystal Burton
Crystal Burton
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Career and Community Meet-Up: Your Gateway to Networking Success at UF 

Are you ready to take charge of your career while building meaningful connections? The University of Florida’s Career Connections Center (C3) is hosting the Career and Community Meet-Up (CCMU), an event designed to make networking approachable, purposeful, and beneficial for …

By Jason Tillotson
Jason Tillotson Career Coach for Early Engagement
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Employer Spotlight: Flawless AI is Hiring International Students

Brian Prather, Head of Talent Acquisition at Flawless AI, talks about exciting internship and full-time opportunities and career pathways for international students at the “Most talked about AI company in Hollywood.”

From this interview, you will learn about: 

Flawless AI’s …

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19 Job Boards of PAID Global Early Career Opportunities for International Students & Recent Grads

One of the most frequent questions I hear from students and recent graduates is, “As an international student or recent grad, where can I find internships or entry-level opportunities in my major?” This is especially important for those requiring sponsorship …

By Edwina Hurst
Edwina Hurst Manager
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Cross-cultural Communication and Other Essential Soft Skills for International Students

Have you heard of soft skills? What about cross-cultural communication? Soft skills are non-technical skills that are necessary for personal and professional success, and cross-cultural communication is one crucial soft skill for people living, studying, or working in the US …

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Featured Classes

Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

Career Resources

Hi, Gators! In this short video I walk you through creating a winning resume from scratch. All you need to …

This 1-page guide provides information and key terms to help you effectively communicate your global skills and experiences to potential …

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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.