Career and Workforce Development provides students and alumni with tools and resources for a successful career journey.
The office supports career exploration, professional training, and industry specific skills providing a competitive edge in a global economy.
Services include: coaching, interview preparation, job and internship search techniques, networking tips, and hiring trends.
Discovering You: Explore Majors and Careers
Self-discovery allows for exploration that shapes future goals. Connect to a career path that aligns with skills, interests, values, and personality traits.
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Focus2 Career
#Guides users through a reliable, intuitive career & education decision making model.
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Create Powerful Application Materials
Searching for a job or internship? Schedule an appointment to stand out from other candidates.
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Resume
#Resumes are an essential document that accompany any application. Schedule an appointment to learn more.
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Cover Letter
#Paint a picture of accomplishments in past roles and experiences while enticing employers with prospective results.
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Interviewing
#Employers know who has practiced & who has not. Schedule an appointment to learn how to communicate experiences, skills, interests, and value to employers.
Internships & Interviewing
Skills are unique and applicable across industries. Learn how to identify these skills and convey them to employers.
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Internship
#Gain first-hand experience, network with professionals, and make an informed career decisions.
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Networking
LinkedIn is utilized by over 58 million companies and caters to the needs of over 830 million members worldwide. Schedule an appointment to develop a quality profile and network with professionals in the field.
Additional Resources
Employers: Want to share opportunities or resources with Students? Learn More
Alumni: Looking to get involved or serve as a Mentor? Learn More
Faculty and Staff: Need to request a classroom presentation or discuss career-based supports? Learn More
Parents and Families Support
Parents and families play an integral role in the career development journey. For many students, career goals are a direct reflection of familial values and experiences. Parents and family members also serve as an important source of information, advice, and networking contacts. The most valuable things that parents and families can do to support their student with career planning are to listen, be open to new ideas, and be nonjudgmental.
How Can Families Become Involved?
- ESU Career / Academic Awareness
- Internships
- Mentorships
- Volunteer Opportunities
The Career Development Process
Step 1 - Exploration
Self Knowledge & Self Awareness
- Take Self-assessment to know yourself better.
- Explore areas of interest and careers
Step 2 - Preparation
Develop a Career Plan
- Strengthen your skills
- Prepare your career tools
Step 3 - Opportunities
Educational & Occupational Exploration
- Gain insight into the field of careers and career options
- Apply classroom learning to career options and fields
Step 4 - Advancement
First Destination Success
- Job Searching/Graduate School
- Postgraduate academic path
Contact Us
Campus Address
University Center, 2nd Floor
(570) 422-3219
Director of Career & Workforce Development
Breanna Betarie
bbetarie@esu.edu
(570) 422-3045

