
Student Testimonials
"Many students aren't aware of the Receptions held on the nights before the fair, but it was a great way for me to connect with recruiters and meet them again the following day at their booths. The Receptions definitely helped me make an impression to get an interview and job offer!"
- Garima Shah, Class of 2023
Ford Robotics Building (Map)
Sunday 9/7/2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Monday Companies)
Monday 9/8/2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Tuesday Companies)

Receptions
Event Overview
Receptions are a great way to meet company representatives in a relaxed, low-pressure environment before the Career Fair. No resumes are needed—just bring your curiosity and conversation! These informal events, held in the Ford Robotics Building Atrium, offer food, refreshments, and open seating to encourage casual, meaningful interactions without the structure of booths or formal pitches. The representatives you'll meet are from companies attending the Career Fair the following day, giving you a head start on making connections. Feel free to come and go at any time during the two-hour window—it’s a flexible, friendly space designed to help you network naturally.
Planning to attend receptions? Please fill out the student interest form so we can plan accordingly and ensure there are enough refreshments for everyone.
Additional Notes
No Resumes: Please do not bring resumes to the Receptions. These events are intended to encourage casual, open conversations without the formality of traditional recruiting.
Dress Code: Business casual attire is recommended to maintain a professional yet relaxed atmosphere.
Company Attire: Company representatives will be wearing branded t-shirts for easy identification and to support a more approachable setting.
If you have any additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to cf25receptions@umich.edu. We look forward to seeing you at the receptions!
Receptions

Receptions are great opportunities for students to network with company representatives in a relaxed setting (no resumes allowed) before the Career Fair. The Receptions are attended by recruiters from the companies attending the Career Fair the following day. Receptions will take place in the FRB Atrium. Recruiters will chat with students without any booths, enjoying food and refreshments around small tables. Students are free to come and go during the two hours.
Receptions
Sunday 9/8/2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Monday Companies)
Monday 9/9/2025, 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Tuesday Companies)
Ford Robotics Building (Map)
Please express your interest in attending by filling out the interest form to allow us to have an accurate headcount for refreshments.
Student Testimonial:
"Many students aren't aware of the Receptions held on the nights before the fair, but it was a great way for me connect with recruiters and meet them again the following day at their booths. The Receptions defintely helped me make an impression to get an interview and job offer!"
-Garima Shah Class of 2023
A few additional notes:
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Since the intention is to create a more relaxed atmosphere, we do not allow students to bring resumes.
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Similar to during the career fair, most recruiters wear company t-shirts or other apparel to identify themselves.
If you have more questions, please contact us at careerfair@umich.edu. We look forward to seeing you at the receptions!