Resume drop-in hours are suspended from 3/18-3/22 for Spring Break.
Tuesday, March 19th our physical office will close at noon.  We will be available virtually Tuesday afternoon and reopen Wednesday morning at 9:00.

First Generation

Being the first in your family to attend college can be rewarding and challenging. As a first-generation student, you have many unique strengths, qualities, and skills to help you on your career journey. Our career advisors are here to help you articulate those skills and experiences in a way that can help you achieve your goals. Please take a look at the content curated just for you on this page.

Surviving College While Working Full-Time

Balancing your courses, homework, exams, studying, and your social life can be a real challenge when you’re a college student. Now, imagine if you will, dealing with all of those things along with a full-time job. This might sound like …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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6 types of employers most welcoming to college students who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, First Generation, Black and African American, Latino, Economically Disadvantaged, or Women

Entering the workforce as a college student from an underrepresented background can be a daunting task. These students often face unique challenges when seeking employment, as they search for organizations that value diversity and inclusivity. In this blog post, we …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Internship Opportunity: Office for State Legislative Affairs

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in legislative affairs?

The Mayor’s Office for State Legislative Affairs is seeking dedicated, passionate, and motivated interns. Click below.

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By Vincia Phillip (She,Her)
Vincia Phillip (She,Her) Assistant Director of Career Education
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Calling all Graduates: Where to Next?

Do you know what your plans are for after graduation (employment, grad school, etc)? We want to know! Please take a few minutes to provide us with valuable information on our 2021-2022 baccalaureate graduates by completing the First Destination Survey. 
By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her)
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3 Ways Employers Can Support First Gen Students

Read the Harvard Business Review’s article on how employers can recruit and support First Gen students:

https://hbr.org/2022/02/3-strategies-to-recruit-and-support-first-gen-college-grads?fbclid=IwAR0lZ9FmgdmTUEohXnu9eM89MsTMc4IK9wxF45pjtErNhynzfM2dXUB0BNI

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Phone
(518) 437-4900
Address

Science Library - G50
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222

CPD Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Undergraduate Resume Drop-ins
Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am- 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (virtual) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm