City Bound Noles connects its extraordinary students with successful alumni and leading employers in regions across the country to create a geographically relevant in-person talent network.
Students: Are you seeking an internship, looking for a career mentor, or are pursuing full-time employment leads?
Alumni: Are you an FSU alumni looking to share your career story or grow your professional network?
Note: If you are officially representing a hiring function for your company, select the Employer Registration option.
Employers: Grow your talent pipeline with a high-top table sponsorship. Select this option if you have permission to officially represent a hiring function for your company. More ways employers can partner with the FSU Career Center >>
Everyone has a place at a City Bound event near you!
Four Cities, Boundless Opportunities
| City | Details, Date and Time | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC |
Thursday, June 25, 2026 Location: TBD |
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| Tampa, FL |
Monday, August 3, 2026 Location: TBD |
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| Ft. Lauderdale, FL |
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Location: TBD |
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| Miami, FL |
Thursday, August 6, 2026 Location: TBD |
Previous Events
In August 2024, Amy Hecht, Ed.D. and the FSU Career Center hosted a Miami Bound Noles networking event for students who were interested in working in Miami after graduation. This unique experience allowed to make direct career connections with FSU alumni and area business leaders. Students responded to the event:
“The connections we were able to make and the knowledge we learned were the best part of this program!"
“The event reassured me I’d have a community in my prospective field, which is exciting."
“The alumni were very enthusiastic about giving back to us and everything was structured perfectly!"
FAQ
What should I expect?
All City Bound Nole events follow the same schedule structure starting with open networking, guest speaker followed by open networking.
- Students: Expect to talk to employer representatives and alumni about all things careers, job search, internship strategy, etc. Specifically aimed at building a network in a city you are interested in living in!
- Employers: You will have a dedicated high-top round table to decorate/brand with simple recruiting materials. Expect a traditional networking setting and plan to talk with experienced alumni and students across all majors and levels in school. Remember, attendees are interested in building their network in your city!
- Alumni: traditional networking event. Plan to approach students and facilitate conversation about your career path and answer their questions.
Do I need to attend for the full duration from 6-8 p.m.?
You do not have to be present for the entire event, although it is encouraged to receive the full experience.
What should I wear?
Attire is business casual. Garnet and gold colors are always welcome!
Will there be food?
Food will be served.
How do I stay connected?
There is a City Bound LinkedIn group. Make sure to connect with individuals via LinkedIn and ask for business cards. Event organizers will also share a contact list and resume book.
Prepare for City Bound
- Update your primary resume in NoleNetwork to be included in the exclusive City Bound Resume Book.
- Create or refresh your LinkedIn Profile.
- Join the City Bound LinkedIn group to stay connected.
- Research attending organizations in advance using NoleNetwork.
- Practice your career commercial and introduction.
- Consider your goals for attending the event.
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