LIVE January 23, 2027
The stuff they didn't teach you in optometry school
8:45am - 2:35pm PT / 11:45am - 5:35pm ET
From picking the right practice setting to negotiating your first offer, get honest answers to the questions that matter most in your first few years as an optometrist. Join fellow students, recent grads, and established doctors for a free, virtual afternoon of specialized career guidance, plus a direct line to recruiters and employers who are hiring right now!
Real answers for the career decisions ahead
Learn from optometrists who stood where you are not long ago, and get a clear picture of what works across every corner of the profession.
Compare career path options
Including private practice, corporate, industry, academia, the VA, and residency
Practical guidance
Learn about reading offers, negotiating, handling debt, and understanding benefits
Mentorship across every career type
Take part in anonymous Q&A where no question is off limits
Access recruiters and employers
Utilize the live job board and resume upload at our virtual booth
Meet your support team
A well-rounded mix of peers and hiring pros are here to help guide you through the critical early steps of your career development.
Carissa Fleming, OD
Kara Chuang, BS, OD Candidate
Christine Carder, Senior Optometrist Recruiter
Priti Gohil, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Event highlights
Start strong from day one
Get clear on what hiring managers look for, what a fair offer looks like, and how to navigate clinical decision-making with confidence.
Find the path that fits you
Compare practice settings, weigh residency against going straight into practice, and learn how networking, mentorship, and a strong reputation open doors.
Connect with employers hiring
Stop by the Eyes On Eyecare virtual booth to browse openings, upload your resume, and message recruiters in real time.
Enter to win $500 in raffle prizes
Keep an eye out for raffle tickets hidden throughout the live event for your chance to take home $500 in prizes!
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