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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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| | | 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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| | | | 11/09-11/14
First Gen Week
Various locations - check schedule for full details
| Celebrate First Gen week with giveaways, fun, and an opportunity to interact with other First-Gen college students, faculty, and staff. All in the First-Gen community are a fundamental part of our campus and strong proud part of the Husky pack.
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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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| | | | 11/10 CCEI’s Get Seeded Pitch Night
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Virtual
| Think you have what it takes to spot the next big startup? Watch fellow UConn student entrepreneurs pitch live, ask the tough questions, and vote on who wins up to $1,000 in seed funding at Get Seeded!
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| | | | 11/11 First Gen Celebration
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Student Center, Avery Point
| Celebrate First Gen week with giveaways, fun, and an opportunity to interact with other First-Gen college students, faculty, and staff. All in the First-Gen community are a fundamental part of our campus and strong proud part of the Husky pack.
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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 Marketing Seminar Series: Christophe Van den Bulte
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
BUSN 214, Storrs
| Want a front-row seat to cutting-edge marketing research? Join the Marketing Seminar Series to hear Christophe Van den Bulte of the University of Pennsylvania share his insights.
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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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| | | | 11/17 Pressure to Act: Challenges for Business & Human Rights in the Current U.S. Context
12:15 pm - 1:45 pm
Virtual
| Companies are making big choices on human rights right now. Hear Business & Human Rights Centre researchers reveal how U.S. businesses are responding to the pressure, and what tariffs mean for the workers behind your clothes.
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| | | | 11/19 OFC Stock Pitch Competition
6:00 PM
BUSN 112, Storrs
| Think you can spot the next great investment? The UConn Opportunity Fund Club, in collaboration with the Opportunity Fund Project, is hosting a Stock Pitch Competition where teams research a company, build an investment thesis, and pitch it to a panel. It’s open to all students, regardless of major or experience. This is a great hands-on opportunity to explore careers in equity research, asset management, and investment banking.
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| | | | FIRE Mentorship Program Application Deadline: 11/19
Join the FIRE mentorship program and get paired with a mentor in your field of interest for 4 weeks over winter break.
Expand your network, gain valuable insights, be prepared to commit approx. 4 hours during Jan. 2027
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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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Center for Real Estate
| 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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Accelerated Master’s Degree
| Accelerate your career, boost your earning potential, and save time by choosing from six in-demand graduate business programs.
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| | MBA Summer Bridge Program
| Get a powerful head start on your MBA. Complete graduate-level MBA coursework, gain early admission eligibility, and enter the workforce with credits already earned.
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Programs
| 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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| 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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