First Year

In your first year at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, you should feel confident in your new role applying your skills and knowledge, making sound decisions, contributing to team goals, understanding how your assignments affect others in the organization, and developing effective working relationships. Continue to seek performance feedback and guidance to develop and gain confidence. Explore opportunities to get involved on campus and connect with your colleagues in other departments.

All Employee Expo (held annually in October)
The All Employee Expo is open to all employees, but new staff members may find it particularly helpful. A selection of university and community resources have booths and are available to hand out information or answer any questions about their services. For more information and to see a list of the groups participating.

Employment Opportunities
Job Board Postings
Subscribe to the job listserv for notifications of new job listings at Illinois
Promotional Register
Keeping Online Application Updated

Professional Development Funds for Academic Professional Employees
Chancellor’s Academic Professional Excellence (CAPE) Award
Academic Professional Development Fund (APDF)

Professional Development Funds for Civil Service Employees
Chancellor’s Distinguished Staff Awards (CDSA)
Civil Service Employees & Dependents Scholarship Program Fund

Get Involved
Campus Charitable Giving - United Way
Sustainability
C-U Mentoring Program
Women's Resource Center
Leadership Center
Illinois Public Media