Career Day will be at the Straughn Center, right across the street from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine! The UF College of Veterinary Medicine Annual Career Day is a premier networking event, hosted in collaboration with the UF Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA), that brings together esteemed practitioners, employers, practice managers, and veterinary professionals with our talented DVM students. This engaging platform provides a unique opportunity for attendees to forge meaningful connections and engage in meaningful conversations about various career opportunities, including full-time and part-time positions, student representative roles, and externship opportunities.
Thursday, October 22
Career Day 2026
The Straughn IFAS Extension Professional Development Center is located at 2142 Shealy Dr, Gainesville, FL 32608. Registration for Career Day is required.
Career Day 2026
| (Tentative, subjective to change) | |
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| 8:30am – 9:00am Check-in & Breakfast | –– |
| 9:00am – 9:30am Event Overview | –– |
| 9:30am – 12:00pm Resume Reviews/Mock Interviews/Career Conversations* | –– |
| 12:00pm – 1:00pm Networking Lunch | –– |
| 1:30pm – 2:00pm Table Set-up | –– |
| 2:00pm – 3:00pm Career Fair, Class of 2027 Only | –– |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm Career Fair, Classes 2027-2030 (All Classes) | –– |
| *There is a place on the registration form to indicate your interest in one, or all, of these activities. Registration indicates interest at this time, not confirmation of participation – acceptance is based on student needs, availability and interests. You will receive confirmation regarding your acceptance ahead of the event if your participation is confirmed. | –– |
thank you to our 2026-2027 sponsors!
Become a UF CVM Careers Sponsor Today!
Interested in Supporting UF CVM Careers? Support UF CVM Careers and gain first-hand exposure to the UF CVM students through exclusive recruiting spotlights! Review package options with detailed sponsor benefits for the 2026-2027 academic year below. Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email careers@vetmed.ufl.edu for details.