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In the classroom
Looking to add career topics to your class?
We can talk to your class about a variety of career related topics.  We have standard topics we cover, such as resume writing and interview preparation, and we can also work with you to create new programs that meet your needs.  Just click on “Request a Workshop Here”

In Office Hours
Advising students with career questions
Working with a student who needs career advice, internship help, or a resume critique?  We can help! This website is a resource for you and your students for career information.  Encourage your students to set their preferences on this site to get the latest information on areas they are interested in.  Also encourage them to make an appointment with a Career Advisor to help them with their career questions and plans.

We are here to help you so please reach out of you need any assistance.

Tell us your thoughts: Community Engagement Survey

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 …

By Sarah Gelfand
Sarah Gelfand Assistant Director of Career Education
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5 Questions with a Career Champion!

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 …

By Sarah Gelfand
Sarah Gelfand Assistant Director of Career Education
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Save the Dates: Industry- Focused Career Fairs

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

By Sarah Gelfand
Sarah Gelfand Assistant Director of Career Education
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Sophie is a Career Ready Great Dane!

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 …

By Jessica Pugliese
Jessica Pugliese Assistant Director, Employer Relations
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Advising Career Champions Challenge- Starts 1/7/2026

The Advising Career Champions Certificate program will start on 1/7/2026. This challenge would be a great fit for anyone looking to incorporate career topics in their daily interactions with students. New this challenge is navigating AI through the career search …

By Sarah Gelfand
Sarah Gelfand Assistant Director of Career Education
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Featured Resources

The Career and Professional Development team is proud to support faculty as they work to incorporate career topics into the …

Career Readiness Competencies

The National Association of College and Employers (NACE) came up with a list of eight Career Readiness Competencies that employers …

Contact & Location

Phone
(518) 437-4900
Address

Science Library - G50
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222

CPD Service Hours

Monday 9:00 - 5:00
Tuesday 9:00 - 5:00
Wednesday 9:00 - 5:00
Thursday 9:00 - 5:00
Friday 9:00 - 5:00