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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!




Career Events

Virtual Info Session: Gilman International Scholarship and other undergraduate fellowships that help with costs of study abroad - Interested in applying? Join me to learn more!

August 6, 2024 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join me to learn more about the Gilman International Scholarship and other fellowships (external, competitive, high-impact opportunities) that help to defray the cost of undergraduate study abroad! The...

Traveling Career Quiz

August 23, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Embark on a journey of self-discovery outside of Kleiner Commons with the Career Center's student staff as your guides. First-year students, come and explore a myriad of career quizzes tailored...

JCPenney Suit Up - Fall 2024

September 29, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All Grand Valley students and alumni are invited to attend a GVSU/JCPenney Suit-Up Event! This event will include options to participate virtually or in-person. In-person: Come to JCPenney at RiverTown...

GVSU Fall 2024 Career and Internship Fair

October 9, 2024 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

The Fall Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of...

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Employer Info Sessions

FAO Schwarz Fellowship Info Session - July 2024

When: Tuesday, July 30th 2024, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm EDT
The FAO Schwarz Fellowship program is designed to develop the leadership skills of recent college graduates and prepare them for success in the social impact sector. This selective Fellowship is one of very few paid two-year domestic fellowships in social change and offers excellent preparation for a career in nonprofits and public service. The Fellowship also prepares students interested in applying to graduate programs related to policy, education, social work or management. Learn more about the Fellowships during our online info session on Tuesday, July 30 from 12:00 - 12:45 pm ET. Please sign up in advance on our website.

More Infoabout the FAO Schwarz Fellowship Info Session - July 2024 event starting 7/30/2024

A Recruiter's Perspective on Resume Writing and Interview Skills

When: Wednesday, July 31st 2024, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
No matter where you are in your career, there is always something to learn about resume writing and ways to sharpen your interviewing skills!This virtual event will give suggestions on how to optimize your resume, no matter your field or background -- whether you are a new graduate, a seasoned employee who is looking to change direction or a veteran who is transitioning to civilian work.  Also, we will discuss tips on how to prepare for an interview in order to showcase what you can offer an organization.Join us to learn more about how to excel in these parts of the hiring process!

More Infoabout the A Recruiter's Perspective on Resume Writing and Interview Skills event starting 7/31/2024

Career Center News

Laker Lifetime Learning - Career Center Alumni Resources

Laker Lifetime Learning - Career Center Alumni Resources

In the ever-evolving landscape of careers, the journey doesn't end with graduation. The Career Center provides a robust array of resources and support tailored to meet the needs of GVSU alumni.

Mar 26, 2024

A Realistic Look at Job Searching with GVSU Alum, Fletcher Zebell

A Realistic Look at Job Searching with GVSU Alum, Fletcher Zebell

Finding a job is not an easy task. GVSU Alum, Fletcher Zebell, details the ins-and-outs of his job-search process and explains how he secured a job at Invio Automation with the help of the Career Center.

Oct 9, 2023

GVSU Career Center Employer Showcase: A Casual, Conversation-Based Approach to Career Connections

GVSU Career Center Employer Showcase: A Casual, Conversation-Based Approach to Career Connections

The Employer Showcase is an opportunity for students to connect with potential employers and learn about career opportunities. HealthWest encourages students to take control at the Employer Showcase event, follow up, and plan for personal development.

Apr 27, 2023

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