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HPU Career Connects will welcome a host of employers from across the island.
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The annual event offers full-time and part-time positions, as well as internships.
The next HPU Career Connects hiring and networking event is happening Wednesday, February 25, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm in the Sunset Ballroom at Aloha Tower Marketplace. The hiring event will welcome a host of employers that include Hawaiian Electric, First Hawaiian Bank, Highgate, and Northwestern Mutual.
The annual event offers full-time and part-time positions, as well as internships. Whether preparing to enter the workforce for the first time, or exploring a new career, the event is designed to help students and alumni step forward and their advance professional goals.
Prepare for the Event
Before:
- Update your resume and have it reviewed by a career advisor or faculty member.
- Research employers in advance and identify those you’d like to meet.
- Practice your elevator pitch, a short introduction that includes your name, major, graduation year, and career interests.
During:
- Dress professionally—first impressions matter! Wear industry-appropriate attire.
- Engage with employers by introducing yourself confidently, listening actively, and asking thoughtful questions.
- Exchange contact information and request business cards before concluding conversations.
- Take notes on key details to reference when following up.
After:
- Send thank-you emails to employers you met, expressing appreciation and interest in opportunities.
- Follow up on next steps and ask any additional questions about the hiring process.
- Schedule a career advising appointment to debrief and plan your next steps, including mock interviews for future opportunities.
Questions? Feel free to reach out to HPU Senior Career Development Advisor Ryan Tin Loy at rtinloy@hpu.edu.
