The UWI - Career Exposure & Guest Speaker Day
Sat, Aug 29
|Douglass Branch, Chicago Public Library
Get ready to build real-world skills, boost your confidence, and prepare for your future. From hands-on career exploration to financial literacy and job readiness training, this program is designed to equip youth with the tools they need to succeed.


Time & Location
Aug 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Douglass Branch, Chicago Public Library, 3353 W 13th St, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
About the Event
Career Exposure & Guest Speaker Day
Let’s bring it all together! This session gives participants the opportunity to hear directly from professionals across various industries, providing real-world insight into different career paths. Guest speakers will share their journeys, challenges, and successes—offering valuable advice and inspiration to help participants navigate their own futures.
Participants will have the chance to ask questions, engage in meaningful conversations, and gain a deeper understanding of what it truly takes to succeed in different fields. This session is all about exposure, connection, and seeing what’s possible beyond the classroom.
By the end of the session, participants will leave feeling inspired, motivated, and more confident about the paths available to them—while building connections that can support their journey moving forward.