Kickstart your international career at Global Careers Week!  

This week of events is an opportunity for Cornell students of all levels and nationalities to meet employers from around the globe, hear from alumni working abroad, and learn about the process of finding job and internship opportunities outside of the US.

Most sessions will be virtual through Handshake with some in-person options.

Hosted by the Cornell Career Network and co-sponsored by Global Cornell. 

Schedule

Monday, November 2nd

Building Relationships as International Students in the U.S.

  • Date: Monday, November 2, 2026
  • Time: 8:30pm – 9pm
  • Location: Virtual
  • Register to Attend

Tuesday, November 3rd

Discover TSMC: Innovation, Culture, and Global Career Pathways

  • Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
  • Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
  • Location: Virtual
  • Register to Attend

Learn About the Laidlaw Leadership and Research Program

  • Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
  • Time: 3pm – 4pm
  • Location: Bowers CIS, 142, Hoy Road, Ithaca, New York 14853, United States
  • Register to Attend

Hong Kong Talent Engage

Explore Career Opportunities with Hang Lung Properties

Wednesday, November 4th

Learn About International Fellowships

  • Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
  • Time: 3pm – 4pm
  • Location: Barnes Hall, 100, Cornell University, 129 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NY 14853, USA
  • Register to Attend

One Cornellian’s Unexpected Visa Pathways

  • Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
  • Time: 5pm – 6pm
  • Location: Virtual
  • Register to Attend

Cornell U x PwC China Sourcing Initiative

Talent Taiwan

Thursday, November 5th

Research Careers in Denmark

Learn About Global Internships

  • Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
  • Time: 3pm – 4pm
  • Location: Bowers CIS 142, Hoy Road, Ithaca, New York 14853, United States
  • Register to Attend

Friday, November 6th

Global Impact Careers: From Agribusiness to Development Finance

  • Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
  • Time: 11am – 12pm (20-minute small group chats)
  • Location: Virtual
  • Register to Attend

The Global Career Pivot: Consulting, Product Management, and AI

  • Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
  • Time: 11am – 12pm (20-minute small group chats)
  • Location: Virtual
  • Register to Attend

Jelper-Fujifilm Information Session

  • Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
  • Time: 4pm – 4:40pm
  • Location: Caldwell Hall 100, 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY 14853, United States
  • Register to Attend

Frequently Asked Questions

What employers, organizations, and speakers will participate? 

  • Globally based companies and domestic employers with international offices 
  • Government representatives covering skilled worker pathways
  • Alumni working outside the US 
  • Cornell Office of National Fellowships 
  • Education Abroad International Internships Manager 

What time are the sessions? Sessions will be offered between the hours of 8:00 am and 10:00 pm EST each day. 

Will session recordings be available? Sessions offered by Cornell University offices will be recorded and shared with registrants. For non-Cornell hosted events, check the event description. 

My company or organization is interested in recruiting students or advancing our brand during Global Careers Week. How can I schedule a session? Employers can email Kimberlee Swartz at kms273@cornell.edu.

I would like to present on skilled worker pathways or work visas outside of the US. How can I participate? If you are a law firm or represent a government-sponsored skilled worker or talent attraction initiative, email Erica Ford at ef434@cornell.edu.

What language will sessions be offered in? Check the event description for the spoken language. 

Will the events be virtual or in-person? Most sessions will be virtual. Find location details in the Handshake event.

When will registration open? Registration will open October 1st. 

Do I need to register? Yes, registration is required to access each event. 

How do I register? Register for events that interest you through Handshake. As new events are scheduled, they will appear in the event list above. 

All Cornell international, exchange, and domestic students are welcome! 

Do I need to be actively searching for a job or internship to attend employer events? No. You can attend events simply to explore and learn more about global career opportunities. 

Will companies be recruiting for international offices? Yes, some of them may be! Check with each employer for more details.