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Three events **this week** to advance your career

EVCCon is on the 🕰️!!

Friday, March 8th

If your post-spring break inbox feels like a jungle and you've totally spaced on EVCCon, fear not! Now's your chance to emerge from the haze of vacation mode and buy your EVCCon ticket! EVCCon is not just any conference; it's a day packed with over 30 top-notch speakers, coffee chats that could spark your next career move, and keynotes more energizing than all other Friday plans.
Take a look at the link below for EVCCon’s detailed schedule of events! If you’ve already signed up, you’ll receive an email with coffee chat sign-up info and further details later today.
Upcoming EVC Events
Recruiting Process and Career Track Panels
Dive into the intricacies of working in startups and venture capital with insights from experienced MBAs at the Recruiting Process & Career Track Panels. Hear from MBAs who previously worked at a startup or in venture capital before Ross, or landed an internship in it last summer. Get all your questions answered regarding what it's like, what the work entails, and skills needed to succeed. Understanding these career paths will help you get the most out of the following events and set you up for success in your summer internship.
Today - Tues, Mar. 5th, 4:30-6:30 PM
Registration
Startup Matching Happy Hour at Ann Arbor SPARK
Join us at the Startup Matching Happy Hour for a unique opportunity to connect with startups actively seeking talent. This event serves as a platform for networking and job matching, focusing on internship opportunities and some full-time roles. A variety of startups from SPARK and the local area will be in attendance. Participants are asked to upload their resume, so treat your conversations like interviews. Enjoy food and drinks while you network in a vibrant setting.
Wed, Mar 6th, 5:30-7:30pm, Ann Arbor SPARK (330 E Liberty)
Registration
For a comprehensive list of events for the Ann Arbor entrepreneurial community. click here.
Job Postings
Let’s find that dream gig of yours! The EVC member-only job board is continuing to pop with full-time jobs, summer internships, and mid-year opportunities across startups and venture capital. See what’s been posted at the link below and make sure to add any postings you’ve seen that aren’t listed.
Featured Opportunities
Ross Sports Tech Fund Upcoming Launch!
Attention Ross MBAs! Introducing the Ross Sports Tech Fund, scheduled for launch in Fall 2024. This exciting venture, crafted by Ross alumni Alexia and Justin ('22), offers a unique blend of sports and technology within the MBA program. Your input is valuable: fill out the interest form to influence this initiative's structure, and don't miss the chance to learn more at the Ross Sports Tech Conference panel on March 15th. Seize the opportunity to be a part of pioneering change in the realm of sports tech. Registration for Sports Tech Conference (Virtual): here Interest Form for Sports Tech Fund: here
Sociate — A cross-school networking platform built for MBAs by MBA alumni. Be part of a fast-growing community of MBA students and alumni where you can discover new career opportunities, promote your latest blog or business, attend events featuring accomplished alumni, hire the talent your team needs, or simply interact with your peers across 30+ of the top MBA programs in the country. It’s free to use for all MBA students and alumni, all members are connected from day 1, and there is no limit on the number of users you can message. Register at www.sociate.io, or download the iOS app or Android app to get started today.
Stay connected! Hit up the official EVC socials to stay in the know about future events, opportunities on campus, and companies trying to hire you!