As part of Professional Development, the MAEP hosts a Career Day each fall and spring. Career Day includes a interviews, a panel discussion, and a networking reception.
“Career days really helped not only land students internships but for me personally it make me so much more confident going into job interviews. I learned what to expect and gave me good practice in networking and interviewing. I definitely think my success in finding a job can be attributed to these career days.” — Class of 2024
Participating Organizations
Firms, government departments, and nonprofits regularly attend Career Day to recruit students for internships and post graduation employment. Recent recruiters include:
- Berkeley Research Group
- Charles River Associates
- The Energy Authority
- Florida Chamber of Commerce Foundation
- Florida Department of Revenue, Office of Tax Research
- Florida Taxwatch
- Integrated Musculoskeletal Care
- Mather Economics
- Softcrylic
- Resolution Economics
- Revenue Management Solutions
Panel Discussion and Reception
Both undergraduates and master’s students participate in the panel discussion, where alumni introduce their employers and discuss a typical day on the job. Following the panel, additional alumni, program faculty, and students join for a reception.