More Than 80 AAMU Students Advance to Final Interviews
120 Employers Join Spring 2025 Career Fair
Alabama A&M University’s Career Development Services (CDS) hosted a highly successful Spring 2025 Career Week, bringing together 120 employers eager to connect with students. The event culminated in a Career Fair Thursday in the Student Health & Wellness Center, followed by an exclusive Interview Day Friday.
“We are thrilled to have 19 companies participate in Interview Day,” said Angel Lee, Interim Director of CDS. “More than 80 students were selected for final interviews, marking a significant step toward launching their professional careers.”
This year’s event welcomed several new employers, including HBCU Internship, Greenix Pest Control, Mercy, Rokt, and Michael Baker International. Among those representing Michael Baker International was alumna Joy Richardson, a 2018 graduate in Community and Regional Planning. Now a hazard mitigation planner with the company, Richardson understands firsthand how impactful this event is.
“I am happy so happy to be here,” Richardson said. “Community Development Services offers a foundation that all students will need to go out into the workforce and find that dream job.”
Major corporations such as Aramark, The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, and United Rentals were present, actively recruiting students for internships, co-op programs, and full-time positions. School systems, including Birmingham City Schools, Hoover City Schools, and Houston Independent School District, also sought to attract top talent from AAMU.
Lee emphasized the importance of career fairs, noting that the CDS team was inundated with students printing multiple copies of their resumes, eager to make meaningful connections with recruiters.
“Career fairs provide students with an invaluable opportunity to engage directly with employers, explore diverse career paths, and discover job openings – all in one setting,” Lee said. “These interactions help students and alumni gain critical insights and make informed career decisions.”
For senior computer science major Jontae Ware, the event was more than just a job search – it was an opportunity to make a statement.
“This is a chance for us to showcase our talent and continue to shine,” Ware said. “Even as some companies shift their DEI policies, we as HBCU students remain resilient. We will continue to fight the good fight and make our mark in the workforce.”