Muhlenberg college

 

Programs and Services

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

• SeniorStrategies Series: 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 winter break with an alumna/us or friend of Muhlenberg working in your area of interest.  You select and apply to the shadow experiences you are most interested in and you will be matched with a shadow host.  In order to participate in the program, students must attend the mandatory orientation sessions that take place in the first week in October.

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.  Professional attire required.

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 email at careers@muhlenberg.edu you will receive detailed feedback.  Other options include coming to a Resume Clinic or daily Quick Questions hours.

Resume Clinics
Bring in a typed draft of your resume and have it critiqued "on the spot.” See Career Center Calendar of Events for dates/times.

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.
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.  Books are available for check-out.  The Vault Online Career Library is available 24/7 through our website.

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

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.

 

How to Contact Us or Use Our Services

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!