# Finance and Consulting Industry Showcase: Meet the Firms Networking Event
**Source**: https://careeradvancement.uchicago.edu/pre-recruiting-programs/september-programs/finance-and-consulting-industry-showcase/
**Parent**: https://careeradvancement.uchicago.edu/
Connect with finance and consulting employers who are committed to hiring from UChicago! At this event, you will have the opportunity to build relationships with recruiters through open networking and coffee chats.
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- ## Eligible Students
- 3rd and 4th year College students recruiting for Summer 2027 opportunities
- Master of Arts in Economics students
- ## Event Format
The Finance and Consulting Industry Showcase will have two components:
- **Open networking:** approach any firm that interests you
- **Coffee chats:** sign up for a one-on-one conversation with one of your target employers
- ## Benefits for Students
- Build early relationships with recruiters
- Learn what firms look for in new hires
- Map out timelines and recruiting strategy
- Stand out in your applications
- ## How to Prepare
- [Meet with a career adviser](/career-toolkit/personalized-support/advising-appointments/) to work on your elevator pitch and resume
- Update your resume and upload it to [your UChicago Handshake profile](https://uchicago.joinhandshake.com/login)
- Research your target firms
- Review company websites and recent news
- Prepare 2-3 thoughtful questions
- ## Employers
The list of participating employers will be posted closer to the event date.
If you are an employer interested in participating in the event, please contact Nadia Casperson at [ncasperson@uchicago.edu](mailto:ncasperson@uchicago.edu).
- ## Questions?
Please contact Nadia Casperson at [ncasperson@uchicago.edu](mailto:ncasperson@uchicago.edu).
## Save the Date
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Location: Chicago, IL
- [RSVP Here](https://uchicago.joinhandshake.com/events/1900142/share_preview)