Division of Student Life | Career Center
Division of Student Life | Career Center
Career Center

Info for Students

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No matter what stage you are in your career, the Career Center at Saint Joseph's University is here to assist and support you.

Career Exploration
Real-World Experience
Job & Internship Resources
Grad School Prep
Graduate Outcomes
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Our Services

The Career Center assists students of all majors and class years. Below is a list of our services:

  • Individual career counseling appointments (in-person, phone and video)
  • Lifelong career planning assistance for students and alumni
  • Mock interviews
  • Choosing/changing your major assistance
  • Graduate/professional school advising
  • Career assessments
  • Networking with alumni through SJU Connects and SJU Hawk Career Network
  • Full and part-time job and internship listings on Handshake
  • Career fairs, workshops and events
  • On-campus interviews for interns and graduating students
  • Job search/prep resources 

SJU Career Fairs

Save the Dates! The Career Center invites you to join us at one or more of our in-person Career Fairs in Spring 2023:

Hawk Hill Career Fair
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 from 2-5 p.m.
Athletics Center
Hawk Hill Campus (City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA)

Science & Health Career Fair
Friday, March 31, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Athletic/Recreation Center (ARC)
University City Campus (South 43rd Street, Philadelphia, PA)

 

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Confused about your career path? Need help crafting a cover letter? Looking for a job or internship opportunity? Take advantage of our career services.

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Counseling Appointments

An appointment is designed to address all aspects of career development such as choosing a major, career changing, networking, resume and cover letter writing, interviewing, finding internships and jobs and applying to graduate school. Please note that appointments involving assessments require at least two meetings. Log in to Handshake to schedule an appointment.

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Video Career Library

View interviews with alumni engaged in career paths for insight into different industries and how to prepare for those careers. Get great advice from those who've walked in your shoes.

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Join Handshake

Handshake hosts various positions, including full-time, part-time, internship, volunteer/service and on-campus job opportunities. In addition, the system hosts on-campus interviewing opportunities with employers for internships and full-time jobs, as well as the ability to RSVP to career events.

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Virtual Services & Information

The Career Center team is here to support you using virtual platforms:

  • Meetings with a counselor: All one-on-one meetings with career counselors will take place on the Handshake. On the day of your appointment, log in to Handshake and click on your appointment to launch the video.
  • Handshake: Resumes uploaded to Handshake will continue to be reviewed on a daily basis. All new employers and jobs posted to Handshake will continue to be reviewed and approved daily Monday through Friday.
  • Virtual Job Search Resources: The series includes a comprehensive virtual job search guide, exclusive virtual workshops, a collection of 2-Minute Tips Job Search videos and video library, made by our team, especially for Hawks.
  • Virtual Interview Guide: In this guide, you'll find tips to help you navigate the virtual interview, from how to prepare to follow-up practices.
  • Career Toolkit on Canvas: This toolkit is accessible to current students and includes instructional materials on the topics such as resumes, networking, career exploration and more.
  • careerhelp@sju.edu: Send us an email if you have quick questions for a career counselor; replies will be sent within 1-2 business days.
  • SJU Connects: You can still continue to build your network by using our virtual platform, SJU Connects. Review alumni profiles 24/7, and schedule a phone call with alums who stand ready to have a career conversation with you.
  • Career Center Social Media: Stay connected with us through our social media platforms. We'll be sharing articles, tips and advice often to keep you engaged @SJUCareers.