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The Center for Professional Development (CPD) is a hub for undergraduate career exploration and career development. Whether you are beginning to explore careers, considering graduate/professional school or seeking employment, we invite you to take advantage of our services throughout the year.  We offer 1:1 career coaching, a myriad of events, alumni connections, career fairs, employment opportunities, resources and tools to support every student throughout each phase of their unique career journey.

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Should I Go to Grad School? Here are 5 Good Reasons

“Should I go to grad school?”

Longtime professional, current undergraduate student, or sector switcher—no matter where you are in your social-impact journey, you may have wondered whether grad school is right for you. From satisfying a degree requirement to deepening …

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Trends in Work to Be On the Look-Out for in 2024

Harvard Business Review and Gartner have compiled 9 important trends to keep track of in 2024 and beyond, from a four-day work week to shifts in hiring due to AI.

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6 Negotiation Skills to Level Up Your Work Life

Sometimes, we don’t get everything we want and need to respectfully ask for what we’re looking for. That’s where negotiation skills come in — and they’re not just for asking for the salary we think we deserve (even though they …

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Networking Effectively During an Internship

A great internship is full of potential for your career. For starters, an internship can provide a direct path to full-time employment, but this isn’t necessarily a guarantee. Something you can always control is the way in which you interact …

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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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