Interested in non-profit or government careers, or socially responsible private sector roles? Check out these events coming up in March! Registration is encouraged but not required.
Some events are hosted by the Social Impact & Government Advising Network: a group of career coaches and staff at Cornell. We provide support and host events about exploring mission-driven careers, as well as industry-specific advice for networking, job searching, interviewing, and more. Additional events listed are hosted by employers related to these industries.
Featured Event:
Spring Cornell Career Fair Days
Monday, March 9 | 10 am – 2 pm | Barton Hall
Check out the “All Industries” day of the fair to meet employers and industry leaders! Learn more about current opportunities and network for your future.
Social impact & government employers include: state and federal government agencies, court systems, education and youth programs, environmental engineering and renewable energy, and multiple other non-profits.
Events Hosted by the Cornell Career Network
All of the events below are open to students from all Cornell colleges and schools.
Wednesday, March 4 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Virtual
Saturday, March 7 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Sibley Dome
There will be multiple government sector employers attending: NY State Dept. of Civil Service, NY State Office of General Services, Town of Ithaca, and Metropolitan Area Planning Council. Other relevant organizations include Tetra Tech (sustainable engineering and consulting) and MKSK (sustainable urban planning). Learn more about participating organizations and gain information about entry-level jobs and internships.
Friday, March 13 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | MVR Hall: Room 2250
A conversation series featuring Cornell alumni and field experts sharing insights into their careers in public policy, public affairs, and related sectors. Each session, a guest speaker will discuss their professional path, the skills that shaped their journey, and practical advice for breaking into the field. Cornell students from all colleges are welcome. Guest for this session is not yet announced.
Monday, March 16 | 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | Hybrid – MVR Room 1219
Interested in experiencing life in Washington, D.C. alongside other Cornellians? Cornell in Washington students will live and take classes together, complete an internship of your choosing, and access exclusive events in the DC area! Attend this session to learn more and apply for the Summer 2026 semester by March 30, 2026.
Wednesday, March 18 | 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. | BioTech G10
Meet with labor unions, law firms, and other types of organizations dedicated to worker rights! Learn about summer internship and full-time opportunities. You can also engage in informal chats with ILR alumni to explore careers in the labor movement, hear directly about the work, and build meaningful connections.
Events Hosted by Employers
These events (virtual and in person) are hosted by employer partners. Check Handshake for the latest events in March and beyond.
Tuesday, March 3 | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Virtual
Join this NYU Teacher Residency event for non-education majors to learn about the basics of how to become a well-trained, licensed K-12 teacher without having studied education before.
Wednesday, March 4 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Virtual
Discover how a year of service with City Year can prepare you for a future in law or medicine! Hear from City Year Alum who went on to Law School and Med School after a year of powerful service with City Year. Learn more about our University Partnerships (scholarships), transferable skills, networking opportunities and more!
Wednesday, March 4 | 7:30 – 8:45 p.m. | Virtual
Interested in launching a career rooted in service, learning, and community impact? Join Teach For America staff for an upcoming informational session where you’ll learn more about paid opportunities, the issue TFA aims to tackle together, and how you can get involved.
Thursday, March 5 | 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Virtual
CSEA is one of New York’s largest unions. They offer paid summer internships across seven departments, all focused on different ways a union works for its members. Internship participants will learn about the labor movement and unions as well as gain practical hands-on experience.
Monday, March 9 | 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Virtual
Booster offers innovative and engaging fundraising services for elementary, middle, and high schools nationwide. These services range from Fun Runs to a comprehensive school fundraising platform. They’ve helped over 8,500 schools raise more than $900 million in much-needed funds. This event offers an inside view of Booster’s mission, culture, and impact, along with the chance to connect with a recruiter for job opportunities.
Tuesday, March 10 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | Olin Hall Room 145
This is an exclusive NSA Information Session for Cornellians! Learn about the exciting career opportunities available at the National Security Agency, including positions in cybersecurity, intelligence, engineering, and more. NSA recruiters will provide valuable insights into the agency’s mission, work culture, and the various roles offered.
This post was updated March 2, 2026 to remove a cancelled session.
