Career Readiness for Students and 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 ResourcesMilitary and Veteran Resources

16Personalities® Assessment Test
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Search
Lightcast® Skills Extractor
Focus 2 Career® Readiness & Goal Planning
CareerOneStop mySkills myFuture
Focus 2 Apply® Decide on a Major
CollegeBoard Help to Navigate Your Path

Military.com Discovery and Assessment
Military.com Skills Translator
CareerOneStop Military to Civilian Jobs Match

student working with a career counselor

Phase 2: Explore

Research, gain insight and gather information.

Phase 2 ResourcesMilitary and Veteran Resources

Firsthand® Exploration and Planning Hub
Candid Career® Video Insights
O*Net – Build Your Future
One Stop – Career Exploration, Training & Jobs
SkillsCommons® by Industry

USA Jobs
Go Government
My Next Move
U.S. Department of Labor Resources
Hiring Network
U.S. Department of VA
Feds Hire Vets

alumni career planning with our career services website

Phase 3: Plan

Taking action: preparing, networking, and applying.

Phase 3 ResourcesMilitary and Veteran Resources

uConnect Communities Hub
Excelsior Connects Networking Hub for Mentoring, Career Communities and More
Cover Letters
LinkedIn Set Up
Big Interview® Interactive AI Practice Site for Students
Big Interview® Interactive AI Practice Site for Alumni
OWL Writing Lab Career Resources
Resumes
Lightcast® Resume Optimizer

American Corporate Partners
Transition Assistance Programs
DOD Skillsbridge

students and alumni in a career counseling session

Phase 4: Achieve & Accomplish

Reaching goals, accepting offers, or furthering education.

Tammy Spenziero
Director of Career Services

888-533-9267

Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm ET

careerinfo@excelsior.edu

Schedule an Appointment

Tammy Spenziero
Director, Career Readiness Center

888-533-9267

Mon – Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm ET

careerinfo@excelsior.edu

Schedule an Appointment

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What Is the Role of a Mentor?

Mentors help students build their network, connections, and credibility. Mentors assist students in developing socially as well as give them the experience of one-on-one meetings with professionals in the field. Mentors serve as role models and confidence boosters. They listen, give feedback, and answer questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Career Readiness for Students and Alumni

Career Tips, Techniques, and Insights

Key Resume Skills to Land Your Next Marketing Job

What Is the Role of a Mentor?

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