Career and Professional
Development

Major: Psychology and Communications

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

This year has been focused on getting more involved and networking. I’m part of First Generation College Students and the National Congress of …

Major: Computer Science, Informatics

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

I obtained my internship at the STEAM Garden through The Minerva Center’s SUNY Program for Experiential & Entrepreneurial Development (SPEED). The program provided …

Major: Environmental and Sustainable Engineering

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I’ve held two internships at the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation while balancing graduate studies which helps with time management, discipline and …

Major: Psychology

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

This past fall, I was elected as a Student Association Senator representing my residential quad where I advocate for student interests in university meetings and …

The NACE Career Competienes are a nationally recognized and adopted framework to prepare graduates for workpalce success in their chosen careers. Each month, we will highlight a Career Competency and how you can use it in your work.

This month, …

Nominations are now open for our 2026 Career Advocacy Awards! Please take a moment to nominate your colleagues who incorporate career topics into their work. We will host our 3rd annual Career Champions Year-End event in mid-May! Be on the …

Major: Digital Forensics

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

My growth began through hands on experiences that closely aligned with my field of study, information security. Working with UAlbany’s ITS as a Field …

Major: Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

My internship with the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has been vital in preparing me for my future. I work directly with …

Major: Forensic Chemistry

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I have been a part of Dr. Lednev’s competitive research lab – students have to take an oral examination to show subject proficiency before …

Major: Political Science & Communications

Please describe the experiences that have made you a Career Ready Great Dane:

I have spent two spring semesters working full-time while receiving credit; the New York State Assembly internship and the Semester in Washington …