Our industry panels provide relevant insights into a variety of career paths. Hear from alumni and professionals about their day-to-day work, trends in the field, and how to best position yourself with skills and experiences to be competitive for internship and full-time opportunities.
The University Career Center hosts many in-person, virtual, and hybrid workshops weekly! Be sure to check out Handshake for the latest offerings. Below is just a sample.
Please check out our upcoming events. For a complete list of events, check Handshake.
Being employed during the academic year or over summer or winter breaks is a great way to earn extra money, build a professional network, and gain valuable job experience that can transfer into your desired career goals. Whether you choose to take on a Federal Work-Study position, graduate assistantship or other form of employment, there are a multitude of opportunities for you both on and off campus. Explore your options and decide what's right for you.
Types of Student Employment
What is an Internship?
An internship is a monitored work experience that has intentional learning outcomes and goals for students. Internships:
Networking, along with your academic performance and your extracurricular activities, is one of the most important steps to career development. It will help you build relationships that will support you throughout your career. It’s best to build your network before you need a job.
So, how do you get yourself noticed by employers? It all starts with a persuasive cover letter and a targeted resume that highlights your relevant skills and qualifications and tells the story you want recruiters to walk away with. Let the University Career Center & The President’s Promise help you create a resume and cover letter that will effectively communicate you are the best applicant for the position
What is a Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)?
Aside from career-related content provided on our website, many departments on campus provide targeted career content based on their students’ needs.