Students Overview
Career Development is dedicated to providing individual assistance and professional programs to guide you in making important decisions about your future and your success.
Our career consultants will work with you at all stages of your professional development to help you with a variety of needs. Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, changing a major, choosing a career, writing a résumé, exploring internship opportunities, or preparing for an interview, please let us help you. We're here for you.
Our Web site is intended to give you an overview of our services and to serve as a road map as you navigate your college experience, but the best way to achieve you dreams is to work closely with us.
Make an appointment with a career consultant or find us at one of our many on-campus events. You can also join us 24/7 with our interactive online resources.
Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, changing a major, choosing a career, writing a résumé, exploring internship opportunities, or preparing for an interview, please let us help you.
Our Services
Career Development provides individual assistance and professional development programs to guide you in making important decisions. We offer one-on-one guidance, as well as on-site and Web interactive resources. We strive to provide students with the most personal and effective customer service. We will help you by providing assistance with the following:
Choosing a Major
Career Consultants are available to guide students through the process of choosing a major. They can assist in examining interests, values, abilities, and personality type so that students can make an informed decision about their future.
Building Relationships through Networking
Experts agree the 60–75 percent of jobs lie in the hidden job market. Students can penetrate the hidden job market by networking with alumni in the Pitt Career Network and at the Pathway to Professions networking event. Networking will mean more job leads and opportunities on graduation day.
Creating a Résumé and writing Cover Letters
We know the best techniques to help students present their skills and experiences. Our staff can help students market skills and experiences effectively. Students should take a moment to register for FutureLinks to review employment opportunities and create a current employment profile.
Practicing Interviewing
On an interview, the first impression students make may be the deciding factor for an employer. Our staff can prepare students for the entire interview process by conducting videotaped mock interviews or coaching them through an interview to sharpen their skills.
Researching Internships or Job Opportunities
We specialize in helping students research companies and work settings so that they can make the best decisions, according to their career goals.
Exploring and Preparing for Graduate or Professional School
If graduate school seems like the right thing for a student, Career Development will help students research programs and guide them through the application process.