2025 Startup Career Fair

The 2025 Startup Career Fair, powered by the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation and Russell Palmer Career Management Center at the Eli Broad College of Business, on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in the Entrepreneurship Lab (M025) of the Edward J. Minksoff Pavilion. The 2025 Startup Career Fair is open to all undergraduate and graduate students at Michigan State University seeking internship, part-time and full-time opportunities at a startup.

📍 Entrepreneurship Lab (651 N. Shaw Ln., M025, East Lansing, MI 48824)

For further questions, contact Sean Fochtman, [email protected].

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How Can I Prepare for the Startup Career Fair?

1. Visit the Career Services Guide to Career Fair Preparation at: .
2. Start researching companies and identify your top picks. You should know what kinds of opportunities they offer, research news related to them, review their website and prepare questions for the company.
3. Get your Elevator Pitch ready! The pitch aligns your values and skills with a specific position and / or the company's goals or mission. Be prepared to talk about past experiences and how they relate to the duties you'd perform on the job. To learn more about How to Develop your Elevator Pitch, visit .

What Should I Wear to the Startup Career Fair?

We recommend business casual or business professional. A suit, slacks and a blazer or a professional dress is preferred. If you're unsure of the appropriate dress code, visit for Resources from the Career Services. If you need help finding something to wear, please visit .

Where Can I Find Resources to Update my Resume & Cover Letter?

The Career Services Network has generated many resources for Resume Writing & Cover Letters, available below.

• Resume Writing Checklist:
• Cover Letter Checklist:

How Can I Schedule an Appointment with the Russell Palmer Career Center ahead of the Startup Career Fair?

To schedule an appointment with Russell Palmer Career Center, login to Handshake and visit https://msu.joinhandshake.com/stu/schools/76 to schedule your appointment now!

I Have an Accommodation Request, Who Should I Contact?

If you need an accommodation to participate in the Startup Career Fair, or have questions about accessibility, please contact Kristina Reitler, [email protected], at least one week prior to the Startup Career Fair.

What Should I Bring with Me to the Startup Career Fair?

You should plan to bring a padfolio and pen for notes, copies of your resume, a portfolio (if applicable) and questions for each startup you'd like to meet with!

Where Can I Park for the Startup Career Fair?

Pay-By-Plate Parking is available at Ramp #1 (Shaw Lane) and Ramp #3 (Wharton Parking Ramp). Parking Rates are $2.00 Per Hour.*

*NOTE: Attendees must refer to signs at the lot entrances for overall parking requirements and restrictions, including hours of enforcement (Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). The Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation is not responsible or liable for parking tickets incurred during the 2025 Startup Career Fair.

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