Career Center

Health Professions Career Fair

Each year the College of Health & Human Services looks forward to hosting the Health Professions Job Fair which provides opportunities for students to meet and talk with prospective employers. Special thanks to our regular participants and we invite newcomers to be a part of this event. The cooperative efforts between healthcare organizations and the Andrews University Career Center, has grown this annual event into an important recruitment event that connects our talanted students to beneficial opportunities. Andrews University recognizes recognizes and prioritizes partnerships with healthcare organizations and employers to prepare qualified health care professionals to meet the needs of the communities we serve.  We appreciate the relationships we have already established and look forward to building new and better connections as we continue to work together.

The 2026 Health Professions Fair will take place on February 9, from 10:30 am  - 1:30 pm in the Andreasen  Center for Wellness Gymnasium on the Andrews University Campus. 

This event specifically highlights students from our health-related departments:

  • Physical Therapy
  • Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
  • Nursing
  • Medical Laboratory Sciences
  • Population Health, Nutrition and Wellness
  • Social Work
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Education

Why recruit at Andrews

  • Our student population is over 3000

  • Nearly 100 undergraduate degree programs and over 60 graduate degree programs

  • #1 Top Private College in Michigan (Niche 2025 Best Colleges)

  • #2 Most Diverse College in America (Niche 2025 Best Colleges)

  • #5 Best College in Michigan (Niche 2025 Best Colleges) 

For more information about our university’s health and human services programs, visit our website here.

How to register

A Handshake account will be required in order to register. Create your Handshake Account using the instructions HERE or contact us at career@andrews.edu or (269) 471-6288 for assistance.

REGISTER HERE

Registration Fees

$150: includes one 6-foot rectangular table, 2 chairs, lunch for two representatives, free parking, inclusion in career fair brochure. Each additional representative will incur an additional $20. All registrations are limited to 3 representatives. Registrations with representatives with more than 3 representatives will require a separate registration.

Registration Deadline

The deadline for registration and payments is  January 26, 2025. Registration information such as company name, positions to be filled and email for contact person will be included in the booklet for those who register before the deadline. Any registrations without payment after the deadline will be cancelled. Any registrations after the deadline will result in a late registration fee payment of $25. Late registration is dependent upon booth availability and employer information will be excluded from the program brochure. 

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Employer event registration fees must be submitted by the registration deadline. Fees are non-refundable for an organization canceling within five (5) business days before the event or if the employer is a no-show on the day of the event. Future event registration for an organization with an unpaid balance due to non-remittance, late cancellation, or non-attendance will not be approved until full payment is received. Access to all other recruiting services will also be denied.

Shipping Materials

Employers may ship material ahead of time to: 

Joydel Trail
Center for Faith Engagement
8525 University Blvd.
Berrien Springs, MI 49104

Please ensure that you contact Joydel Trail at joydel@andrews.edu before sending material to provide a description of the item(s), number of packages, tracking number, and who to contact in case of an issue with receipt of the shipment. 

Directions, Parking, and Unloading

Please navigate to the event venue, the Howard Performing Arts Center at 4160 E Campus Circle Dr. Parking for this event is available in the Howard Performing Arts Center's parking lot only. You will not need a parking pass, but you must ensure that you park only in this parking lot, which is located beside the building. There is a circular driveway next to the building that is closest to the main doors. You may park here to unload upon arrival and to pack your vehicle upon departure. Please be mindful of others who might be waiting to unload and pack up as well. Access the campus map here.

Career Fair Schedule

We typically expect approximately 200 students to attend this career fair. The following schedule is utilized:

  • 9:00 am - 10:15 am: Employer check-in and booth set up (booth assignment, employer packet)
  • 10:30 am - 1:30 pm: Career Fair
  • 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm: Employer lunch (booths must still be manned during lunch)
  • 1:30 pm: Breakdown

Career Fair Contact

General Questions: Jasmin Hislop, hislopj@andrews.edu, (269) 471-6651

Registration/Handshake/Payment Questions: Joydel Trail, joydel@andrews.edu, (269) 471-6214

DOWNLOAD THE EMPLOYER CAREER FAIR DETAILS SHEET