Career Opportunity Fund

During the 2023-24 academic year, 238 students (the most ever!) benefited from the Career Opportunity Fund, totaling $75,692 with an average award of $318. 

Students can receive assistance for:

• Travel costs - Funding for all or part of a student's travel expenses for a job, internship, or professional/graduate school interview, or to participate in a job shadowing, Spider Road Trip, industry conference, or a health preceptorship opportunity.
• Professional wardrobe costs - Reimbursement for one professional outfit, such as a suit or lab attire, that is a necessary part of a student's career development, job search, or graduate school interview process.
• Graduate school application fees - for which the student cannot secure a waiver.

"With the assistance of the Career Opportunity Fund, I am better equipped to navigate the complexities of the job market and position myself for success, both now and in the future. As I embark on my career journey, I am grateful for the donors who have provided me with opportunities to purchase a business professional attire."
—Graduate in the Class of 2024

"This career funding opportunity from UR will profoundly shape my career trajectory, especially when it comes to the role of facilitating my participation in the Spiders in Marketing and Communications Road Trip to New York City. This incredible experience offered an exploration to diverse aspects of the marketing industry and left a great mark on my professional aspirations."
–Graduate in the Class of 2024

"The opportunity to receive funding for a suit for my job networking efforts is not merely about acquiring clothing; it's about investing in my personal and professional development. It empowers me to present myself confidently, reinforces the importance of self-investment, and opens doors to new opportunities. As I embark on this journey, I am grateful for the support and excited about the possibilities that lie ahead."
–Graduate in the Class of 2024

"I have always been interested in the world of finance, and to see it first-hand is something I have not been able to experience before. Being able to network with alumni at the [Spiders on Wall Street Road Trip] dinner is a great opportunity to meet new people and gain some practical experience and knowledge of the industry. Richmond providing this road trip is a huge privilege and I thank career services in their involvement."
–Student in the Class of 2026