Career Development Homepage

Welcome Students & Alumni!

Whatever phase you’re in on your professional and career development journey, we are here to help every step of the way toward reaching your goals. Explore a wealth of resources to assist you based on where you are and what you aspire to achieve and accomplish.

student working on career planning

Phase 1: Discover

Learning about matching skills, occupations, and education.

Phase 1 Resources

What Skills Do I Have?
Extract Skills from a Job Posting, Resume, Syllabi & More!
My Career Development Plan
Skills to Occupations Match
Decide on a Major
Majors & Careers

Military and Veterans

Career Discovery & Assessment
Match Service Skills to Civilian Translator
Match Service to Civilian Occupations

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Phase 2: Explore

Digging deeper in career options, internships, and opportunities.

Phase 2 Resources

Industry Professionals Video Insight
Explore Industry Analysis & Research
Career Options & Choices
Occupation Q&A Videos
In-Depth Profession Overviews
Company Research & Ratings
Company Rankings
O*Net – Build Your Future
One Stop – Career Exploration, Training & Jobs

Military and Veterans

USA Jobs
Go Government
My Next Move
U.S. Department of Labor Resources
Hiring Network
U.S. Department of VA
Jobs, Benefits & News
Feds Hire Vets
Connect Center

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Phase 3: Plan

Taking action: preparing, networking, and applying.

Phase 3 Resources

Resume Optimizer
My Personal Career Portal
Resume Tips and Samples
Cover Letter Writing
Networking
LinkedIn
My E-Portfolio

Military and Veterans

Within 180 Days of Transition
Transition Assistance Programs
American Corporate Partners

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Phase 4: Achieve & Accomplish

Reaching goals, accepting offers, or furthering education.

Phase 4 Resources

Virtual Micro-Internships
Internship Programs
Vault – Job Board
WayUp – Jobs & Internships
After College – Jobs & Internships
College Recruiter – Jobs & Internships
USA Jobs – Students & Grads
Glassdoor – For Students
Public Service & Volunteer Opportunities
Jobs at Excelsior!
Interview Questions & Advice
Practice Interviewing
Professional Skills Training Courses

Military and Veterans

Readiness & Resources
Excelsior Veterans Center
National Resource Directory

Director of Career Services

Connect with Us for Personalized Career Coaching

Tammy Spenziero
Director of Career Services

888-533-9267

Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm ET

careerinfo@excelsior.edu

Schedule an Appointment

Career Tips, Techniques, and Insights

Covid career tips

Career Tips to Succeed During the COVID-19 Pandemic

These are not ordinary times and you will likely need to stretch your comfort zone and adapt to how the world has changed, and your resume should too.

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usajobs, federal government jobs

Federal Government Jobs

Navigating just how to find, apply for, and ultimately be hired for one of these coveted positions can be intimidating. That’s why we’ve put together a walkthrough on what to expect about using USAJobs.gov, the official employment website of the federal government.

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generations in the workplace

Generations in the Workforce

There are currently five generations in the workforce. Each generation differs in their communication styles, worldviews, and work preferences. To learn more about how each behaves, read further.

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