October in the Career Center
October was a big month for the GVSU Career Center! With 61 events, 290+ employers, and over 2,560 students attending, Lakers explored careers, met employers, and prepared for their futures.
Nov 3, 2025
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Career Advising Appointments
Looking for personalized advice and information regarding your career plan? Interested in conducting a practice interview? Need networking advice related to your internship or job search? Schedule an appointment with your Career Advisor!
Drop in to CareerLab
Need a resume reviewed or advice on how to start one? Have some questions about using Handshake, or LinkedIn? Curious about what you can do with your major? Drop into CareerLab!
Attend Career Events
The Career Center offers a wide variety of events to help you successfully land after graduating from GVSU! Attending workshops, career fairs, and employer hosted events are great activities to add to your short and long - term career plan and are available to students and alumni!
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Career Events
Alumni Webinar: Lead with Love with Jeff Doolittle
December 16, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lead with Love: The Habit that Elevates People, Profit, and Purpose In today’s complex and uncertain workplace, leadership rooted in love — not transaction — is a true differentiator. Whether...
Fulbright US Student Program - Virtual Information Session
January 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Are you interested in teaching English abroad? Are you curious about studying for a Master's degree abroad? The Fulbright program might be for you! Join me to learn more! For more Information...
Employer of the Day: Children's Advocacy Center of Kent County
January 21, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from the Children's Advocacy Center of Kent County! Each semester, we bring top companies...
Employer of the Day: Plante Moran
January 22, 2026 9:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman College of Business 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Plante Moran! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and...
Employer Info Sessions
Film Detroit - Lights, Camera, Detroit Event
When: Monday, December 22nd 2025, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST
Location: 18100 Meyers Road, Detroit, Michigan 48235, United States
Film Detroit Presents: LIGHTS, CAMERA, DETROIT!A Free Film + Fun
Experience for Emerging CreatorsAre you a college student interested in
film, content creation, production, or storytelling? Join Film Detroit
for a high-energy, hands-on evening designed to spark creativity, build
connections, and open doors in Detroits growing film scene.=Å
Monday, December 22, 2025=T 5PM8PM=Í Northwest Activities Center
18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48235What to Expect<¤
5PM6PM Panel Discussion: How to Create Trailers &
Teasers Led by Luma Detroit, this hour-long session breaks down the
art of building compelling promotional content. Perfect for students
looking to elevate their portfolio and learn real-world industry
techniques.=¼ Meet Companies, Creatives & Hiring ProsOrganizations,
filmmakers, and industry professionals will be onsite and eager to
connect. Whether you're seeking internships, collaborations, mentorship,
or career advice, this is your chance to build meaningful relationships
within Detroits production community.<¥ 6PM8PM
Hands-On Workshop ModulesJump into interactive stations designed to help
you level up your visual storytelling skills. Practice techniques, get
feedback, and add new abilities to your creative toolkit.< Plus a
Full Evening of Film-Focused Fun:Karaoke with The Karaoke Kingz
Live DJ + Free Food
Onsite Film Resources & Permit Support
Onsite Content Submissions: Share Your Work with Film Detroit
Networking with Detroits film professionals & creators
< Why You Should AttendThis event is built to help student
filmmakers shine. Whether youre an aspiring editor, producer,
director, cinematographer, or digital creator, youll walk away
with:New skills and hands-on experienceConnections with industry
insidersOpportunities to showcase your workA deeper understanding of
Detroits film ecosystemA fun, supportive, creative communityThis
event is FREE and open to all students. Come as you are. Leave inspired.
More Infoabout the Film Detroit - Lights, Camera, Detroit Event event starting 12/22/2025
Behind the Brand
When: Tuesday, February 10th 2026, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm CST
Location: Virtual
Curious about what makes Target, well& Target? Step into our
world with Behind the Brand a dynamic, behind-the-scenes
experience designed to give you an authentic look at who we are, what we
stand for, and how we bring our brand to life every day. This
isnt just about how products make it to the shelves
its about the people, passion, and purpose driving it all.
Youll get to connect with real Target team members, hear stories
that shape our culture, and see how collaboration fuels innovation
across the company. Whether you're exploring future career
possibilities, internships, or just want to get to know the heart of our
brand, this is your all-access pass to the real Target. Come
discover what it means to work, grow, and belong behind the Brand.
More Infoabout the Behind the Brand event starting 2/10/2026
Career Center News
September in the Career Center
The Fall semester is underway at GVSU, and the Career Center has been busy helping Lakers jump-start their professional journeys.
Oct 1, 2025
3rd Annual Employer Golf Outing
We teed off our 3rd Annual Employer Golf Outing with 18 enthusiastic employer teams!
Aug 13, 2025