Career and Professional
Development

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 …

Employers are increasingly using skills-based hiring. The top skills sought are: critical thinking, communication, and teamwork. Internships and experiential learning are key ways students build these skills—and often make the difference between equally qualified candidates.

Bottom line: Students need to …

Are you prepping for an interview and want concise, realistic tips? Check out this article for 6 ways to approach your next interview.

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

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

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

Hello Career Champions! We are asking you to complete this form to share your thoughts on how we can engage our community futher. Please let us know how we can best serve you!

Career Champions Professional Development Survey! – Fill out …

Welcome to our monthly segment of 5 Questions with a Career Champions Challenge Finisher! Each month, we will talk to a Career Champions Challenge Finisher and share their wisdom.

1.                  Your name and title 

Lucas Lavera, Assistant Director of Student Academic Support for …

Please encourage students to attend our Industry-Focused career fairs to look at jobs and internships. Some things to note: