Springfield Employers: Connect with Work-Ready University of Oregon Students
The University of Oregon’s students are facing an employment challenge at no fault of their own. Due to several economic factors, the number of students seeking work is much higher than typical. Many of the University of Oregon’s best and brightest are actively looking for part-time employment and are not landing roles.
For members of the Springfield Chamber of Commerce, the U of O is offering discounted event registration at their upcoming Part-Time Job Fair to encourage more students to work in our local community. The University is actively seeking more community organizations to partner with them to help their students find gainful employment in the area both during and after students’ time in school.
Opportunities at-a-glance
• Part-Time Job & Work Study Fair: Wednesday, January 14th, 2026, 11:00am-2:00pm
• Career & Internship Expo: Thursday, January 29th, 2026, 12:00-4:00pm
• Share internship and job opportunities with students via Handshake
• Learn if your nonprofit is eligible to receive Federal Work-Study funds
• Reach out directly to jobs@uoregon.edu to consult with Career Center staff on making student employment successful at your business or organization
On January 14th, the University Career Center is hosting a Part-Time Job & Work Study Fair, an ideal event for employers looking to meet motivated students eager to build experience and contribute to the local workforce.
If employers are interested in connecting with students for internship or full-time employment positions, the student demand is equally high there, as well. On January 29th, the Career Center is holding a Career & Internship Expo. This event is perfect for helping connect with students looking for opportunities over the summer or upon graduation.
Organizations are also encouraged to post any employment opportunities on Handshake, the platform U of O students primarily use when looking for work.
For nonprofit organizations, know that you may be eligible to receive Federal Work-Study funds, meaning a portion of student wages would be subsidized by financial aid.
If organizations are uncertain whether hiring students is right for them, the University of Oregon offers free consulting to companies to ideate how to make the student employment experience as positive as possible for all parties. To learn more, visit the University Career Center page or reach out to Jon Ambrose, Associate Director for Employer Engagement, and his team at jobs@uoregon.edu.
About the University of Oregon Career Center
The University Career Center empowers, prepares, and educates students for their lifelong process of career success. The University Career Center serves as the gateway to career services at the University of Oregon and works to ensure that students are not only prepared for their first job but for a lifetime of career success. Each career journey is unique, and we are eager to help Ducks learn more about themselves, develop career goals, build their resume with meaningful experiences, and connect with potential employers.
Our impact is impossible without collaboration with students, employers, alumni, community members, and our faculty and staff colleagues. Our alliances and partnerships both on and off campus enhance the value of our programs and our ability to support students from all backgrounds in developing their career readiness.
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