Being a student at the Illinois Institute of Technology, I have always appreciated how our proximity to downtown Chicago opens up endless opportunities for us. In a city as vibrant as Chicago, where innovation meets urban hustle, the close connection to downtown is one of the main advantages as compared to other colleges, especially for those who are actively looking to start/advance in their career or launch a startup. As we move into spring, here is a list of local events that empower job seekers and entrepreneurs to build their futures, which you can attend for free.
Startup Pitch Event Chicago
The Startup Pitch Event Chicago is scheduled for March 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. CDT at Hubbard Inn at 110 West Hubbard Street. It is a must-attend networking session for startup founders, investor, and tech professionals who are ready to make an impact.
Some startups will have a five-minute slot to present their projects by outlining their ideas, business models and other important details. It is a great place for the exchange of ideas which paves the way for potential investments.
Chicago Tech Career Fair: Virtual hiring event
The Chicago Tech Career Fair is a dynamic virtual event happening on March 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CDT to bring together top-tier hiring partners from new fast-growing startups and greats from Fortune 500 companies. This is a career fair that is designed with a focus on diversity and inclusion to help companies expand their talent pool with candidates from non-traditional backgrounds with roles in product management, data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, UI/UX design, software engineering, marketing, and sales are all up for grabs.
Even though this is a virtual event that allows people to connect from the comfort of their homes, the idea of seamlessly blending the lifestyle of Chicago’s downtown with online opportunities is special. So to maximize your chances of success, ensure that you have updated your profile and uploaded your resume.
Chicago Career Fair: In-Person Networking
This in-person Chicago Career Fair is on April 1, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CDT at the Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile at 633 North Saint Clair Street. It offers a great opportunity for job seekers to engage directly with employers from different industries like Government, Education, Information Technology, Engineering, Healthcare, and many more.
The event is designed not just for job searching but also for building relationships. It will provide an opportunity for candidates to meet recruiters in person, discuss different roles, and maybe even get interviews. This networking event might be particularly valuable as it gives a chance to foster deeper connections that can translate into real career opportunities right in your own city.
Whether it is a virtual event or high energy networking environment of career fairs, their goal is to help everyone present advance their career or launch their startup. To enjoy the most benefits of IIT Chicago’s proximity to downtown, update your resume and get ready to connect with top employers and visionary entrepreneurs. Your next breakthrough might just be one event away.
If you want to register or need more details, visit local Chicago listings on Eventbrite or Meetup
References: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-pitch-event-chicago-tickets-1246752282639?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chicago-career-fair-tickets-1124141319949?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
