Programs and Services

Job Search Workshops - Offered each semester, these sessions include everything you need to know to successfully land a job or internship. 

• Job Search for Seniors: Learn about the job search process and how to use the college’s Recruiting Program.  (Satisfies Recruiting Meeting requirement.)

• Incredible Resumes and Cover Letters: On the average, employers spend less than 10 seconds looking over your resume before they decide if they will interview you.  Learn what to include on your resume and how to describe your experience to maximize your chances of being selected. Also learn how to combine organizational research along with your own self-knowledge to write awesome cover letters!

• Interview Like a Pro: Hear about what you can expect in an interview and how to stand out from the crowd.  We also address the importance of preparation and research.  Highly recommended for all students.

Gearing Up for Graduate School (late September - October)
Is grad school right for you?  What programs are available?  When and how should you apply?  We address these questions plus the essay or personal statement, financial aid, and entrance exams (GRE, GMAT, LSAT, etc.).  Attend these programs early in your college experience for greatest flexibility in your career planning.  See our Graduate/Professional School Guide for more information.

Muhlenberg Shadow Program, register in early October
Spend a day on the job over the semester break with an alumna/us or friend of Muhlenberg working in your area of interest.  You select the field and general geographic area and the Career Center staff matches you with a host.

Alumni In The Spotlight Career Panels
Scheduled throughout the year and co-sponsored by the Office of Alumni Relations, these programs will feature Muhlenberg alumni from a variety of career fields.  Use this opportunity to begin networking early in your college career!

Mock Interviews
Offered upon request throughout the year. This simulation of a true employment or graduate school interview gives you a chance to try your skills in a non-threatening environment and receive constructive feedback. Can be video-recorded upon request.

Resume Critique
We recommend attending the Incredible Resumes and Cover Letters workshop and/or referencing the Write Your Resume article in the Job Search Guide prior to drafting a resume. Submit your resume to us by publishing it to the “Resumes for Critique” resume book in Career Connections and you will receive detailed feedback within two weeks.  To receive instant feedback, come to our monthly Resume Clinics or daily Quick Questions hours.

Resume Clinics
Bring in a typed draft of your resume and have it critiqued "on the spot.” Scheduled each month in Seegers Union.

Quick Questions/Career Assistant Hours
Walk-in hours are for resume and cover letter critiques and for any questions that might take us 10 minutes or less to answer for you. First-come, first-served in the Career Resource Library.

Monday, Tuesday, and Friday 12:30-2:00pm
Wednesday and Thursday 3:00-4:30pm
(additional hours are posted each semester)

Career Resource Library
Open during business hours, the library has information on all majors and career fields. Feel free to make yourself comfortable.  The Vault Online Career Library is available 24/7 through our website.

Job Listings
The Career Resource Library contains listings of part-time and summer jobs. Your Career Connections account is an excellent place for viewing jobs and internships on-line.

Joint Programs
We welcome your new ideas and requests to participate in joint programs. Additional programs are offered when an interest or need is identified.

The Career Center is located on the lower level of Seegers Union (ext. 3170). Please plan to attend Career Center events and get to know our office and resources.

1. Read the semester calendar and sign-up for events/programs through Career Connections.

2. E-mail-- either to an individual staff member or to careers@muhlenberg.edu.

3. Individual Appointments: Meet individually with a career counselor to discuss topics such as choosing a major, job search strategies, exploring career ideas and interview preparation. Stop by the office or call X3170 to schedule.

4. Attend a Recruiting Meeting early in the semester-- it is required for participation in the campus Recruiting Program.   Meetings are offered each Tuesday at 3:30pm in the Career Center.  Less than half an hour!

Career Center Staff:

Cailín Pachter, Director
Alana Albus, Assistant Director
Laura Garland '03, Assistant Director
Alyssa Roller '09, Employer Relations Assistant
Susan Schartel, Administrative Assistant

The Career Center hires and trains Career Assistants as paraprofessionals in our office. During the 2008-2009 academic year the Career Assistants are: Jessica Davis '10, Jenn Lavelle '09, Alysea McDonald '10, Danielle Novak '11 and Brittany Wolf '11. Inquire in the Career Center if you would like to learn more about applying to become a Career Assistant for 2009-20010