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Peer Mentors play an important role in helping first-year business students navigate their academic journey, build meaningful connections, and find their community within the UConn School of Business. We're seeking student leaders who are passionate about supporting their peers, embracing diverse experiences, and empowering others to succeed.
| | | Peer Mentors work closely with a cohort of first-year business students, providing one-on-one mentoring and advising, connecting students with UConn resources, and supporting School of Business events and advising operations. The ideal candidate is eager to share their UConn experience while developing their leadership and communication skills.
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| | • | Must be a current undergraduate business student.
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| | | • | Must be entering their third year or later (or equivalent) in Fall 2027.
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| | | Hours: Approximately 10–12 hours per week during the 2027–2028 academic year.
| | | Hourly Rate: $17.48 USD per hour
| | | Location: UConn Storrs Campus. Peer Mentors must be available to work in person during Fall 2027 and Spring 2028.
| | | Paid Training: Selected students will participate in paid training during Spring 2027. Applicants must be available Wednesdays from 12:15 pm – 2:00 pm for in-person training.
| | | If you're ready to make a difference in the experience of future business students, we encourage you to apply using the link below.
| | | Application Deadline: Monday, November 23rd
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| | | | 10/27 Career Tuesdays:
Cintas (in person)
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
BUSN 321, Storrs
| Come meet top employers who are hiring in a casual setting.
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| | | | 10/27 SMF Lunch & Learn: From Idea to Institution
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
BUSN 321, Storrs
| Ever wonder how a great idea becomes a lasting company? Join the SMF Lunch & Learn to hear Rob Hotaling, a finance veteran and tech startup founder, break down real investment cases and show you how to make the call, with free lunch on us!
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| | | | 11/4 Trillium Trading Information Session
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Virtual
| Join Trillium’s virtual info session to learn how traders, technologists, and analysts work together at this proprietary trading firm, hiring across Finance, Business, Analytics, Computer Science, and Math, with no trading experience required.
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| | | | 11/05 AI At UConn Your Voice Matters
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Rome Commons Ballroom, Storrs
| Join UConn students for a conversation about how AI is shaping classes, careers, creativity, and campus life. Share your ideas and perspectives with fellow students and UConn faculty.
| RSVP by Monday, October 26th
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| | | | 11/5 Data Disrupted
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
CCAT (222 Pitkin Street, Hartford CT)
| Explore how AI and data are transforming the future of supply chain at Data Disrupted: From Source to Insight. UConn Business students can hear from industry leaders, learn about trends in forecasting, automation, logistics, and risk management, and network with professionals while exploring potential career paths.
| Seats are limited, so register early!
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| | | | 11/6 SMF Lunch & Learn: The Road to CFO
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
BUSN 321, Storrs
| Want to know what it really takes to become a CFO? Join the SMF Lunch & Learn with Lee McChesney, CFO of Church & Dwight (the company behind Arm & Hammer and OxiClean), for lessons from 40+ acquisitions and career advice in corporate finance, with free lunch included!
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| | | | 11/10 Demystifying Consulting
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual
| Want to break into consulting? Hear how three UConn grad business alumni from Accenture, Booz Allen Hamilton, and TD Thornton Group landed their roles and how you can too in this virtual career session!
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| | | | 11/10 SMF Lunch & Learn: Inside Private Wealth Management
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
BUSN 321, Storrs
| Want to learn what a career in financial planning really looks like? Join the SMF Lunch & Learn with Hal Guy, Managing Principal of StoneCastle Consulting, to explore how wealth advisors help clients navigate investments, estates, and insurance, with insights from 25 years in the industry, plus a free lunch!
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| | | | 11/12 Summer in London Info Session
2:00 pm
MCHU 301, Storrs
| 11/17 Summer in London Info Session
7:00 pm | Virtual
| Curious about studying business abroad? Join an information session on the Summer Business in London program for Summer 2027 and learn how to gain hands-on business experience in one of the world's top financial hubs.
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| | | | 11/13 Investment Management Career Day Discovery
Morning: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Afternoon: 12:00 pm - 2:00pm
Student Union Room 304, Storrs
| Join the Investment Management Career Discovery Day, a networking and career exploration event open to all majors, where you can connect with professionals and practice your communication skills. Business professional attire required.
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| | | | 11/15 Global Impact Innovators Challenge
Application Deadline: 11/15
| Got a big idea and a team to back it? Join the Global Impact Innovators Challenge to turn your business skills into tech-driven solutions for human rights and sustainability, with up to $1,000 in funding and mentorship to get you started!
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| | Connecticut Wealth Management
| Interested in wealth management or financial planning? Join our CT Wealth Management student cohort to explore the industry, connect with peers, and learn about internship and full-time opportunities.
| No experience is required, and participants will gain access to specialized career resources, tools, and professional development support.
| JOIN THE COHORT TODAY!
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| | CaseCoach
| CaseCoach provides everything you need to prepare for case study interviews from top consulting firms and employers, created by former McKinsey interviewers and recruiters.
| UConn email required to access the site with code: CIN-NKR4QG.
| Watch this 2 minute introductory video
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| | Wall Street Prep
| Wall Street Prep is now available to all UConn Business students. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in Finance or Investment Banking.
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| Stay informed on the latest updates, programs, and events happening within the Center for Real Estate.
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| Stay informed on the latest updates, programs, and events happening within the Finance Department.
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| Stay informed on the latest updates, programs, and events happening within the Marketing Department.
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| Accelerate your career, boost your earning potential, and save time by choosing from six in-demand graduate business programs.
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| Build a global mindset, strengthen your intercultural skills, and prepare for success through immersive experiences in international business and sustainability.
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| | | Elevate Your Business Skills
| Engage in experiential learning to build your Business experience
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| | | Business Career Office
| The School of Business Career Office provides structured, student-focused support to help you prepare for and succeed in your career journey.
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