Career Development

Support for current students and alumni

Resources to help you find your place in the world by developing professional skills that prepare you for your career.

Resources

Drop-in advising hours offered weekly, schedule an appointment via Navigate
Off-campus study options via Terra Dotta
Job and internship opportunities via Handshake

Students

Career development begins when you arrive on campus and does not stop when you graduate.

From being a first-year student unsure of potential majors to graduating seniors scheduling a mock interview before the real thing, we can help you no matter where you are on your path. Schedule a meeting with a trained career development advisor.

Resources for Students

The Hubbard Center can provide you with several tools that can help you discover your strengths and learn how your strengths can help you plan your academic major and find a career you are passionate about. Hubbard Center advisers can help you determine which assessment will meet your needs.

StrengthsQuest- helps you discover your natural talents and how they relate to potential majors and career fields.
MBTI (Myers Briggs)- helps you learn more about "what makes you tick," how you relate to people and how you can us this to plan.
Strong Interest Inventory- helps you determine how your interests relate to potential majors and professional career fields.

We have multiple resources to help you explore potential career paths. While more opportunities exist, some of our most beneficial resources are below. You can also meet with advisers to hear more about different paths.

Diversity Employers- A repository that includes listings and opportunities from employers committed to a diverse workplace.
Glassdoor- A recruiting resource including information like salary breakdown by industry, CEO reviews, benefits and employee reviews.
GoinGlobal- A comprehensive site to pursue international opportunities. It includes information about seeking opportunities abroad, resume advice for international organizations, logistical support for immigration requirements and more. If you are off-campus and need access to this site, please contact Erin Mahoney at emahoney@depauw.edu.
What Can I Do With This Major?- This site offers detailed profiles for over 100 academic majors, highlighting potential career paths, common types of employers, and strategic advice for aligning your major with meaningful career opportunities.

Preparing for an interview can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a valuable opportunity—not just to showcase why you're the right candidate, but to determine if the role and organization are the right fit for you. One of the most effective ways to build confidence and gain realistic experience is through a mock interview with an adviser. Contact the Hubbard Center to schedule yours.

In addition, this resource can help you prepare.

LinkedIn is a powerful platform for job and internship searches, as well as for building connections with professionals in your fields of interest. If you're unsure how to get started with your profile—or would like feedback on how to improve it—the Hubbard Center staff is here to help.

You also have free access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers a variety of trainings on how to enhance your LinkedIn profile and make the most of its features.

We encourage you to meet with a Hubbard Center staff member to discuss your job search strategy. In the meantime, the Center subscribes to several valuable online resources to support your efforts. These sites offer tools for job searching, employer research, and career planning.

Contact the Hubbard Center for access details and guidance on how to make the most of these platforms.

Art Search- Jobs in arts, culture, education, theatre, museum. Contact Center staff for login information.
EcoJobs- Green jobs in all sectors, environmental jobs in advocacy, communications, engineering, science, policy, law, outdoor education, renewable energy, etc. Contact Center staff for login information.
GoingGlobal- This comprehensive site is designed to help you explore global job and internship opportunities. It includes guidance on finding positions abroad, crafting resumes tailored to international organizations, navigating immigration and visa requirements, and more. If you are off-campus and need access to this site, please contact Erin Mahoney at emahoney@depauw.edu.
Handshake- Handshake is a dynamic career network built for the AI-driven economy. As a unique three-sided marketplace, it connects over 20 million students and alumni, 1,500+ educational institutions, and 1 million employers. Whether you're searching for internships, full-time roles, freelance gigs, or upskilling opportunities, Handshake supports every stage of your career journey.
Interstride- The platform has invaluable resources that enable international students to search for jobs, internships, and visa sponsorships, all in one place.

A resume and cover letter both are instrumental in your job search. A great cover letter and resume will help you get an interview and further consideration. The Hubbard Center provides resume and cover letter critique sessions during the Walk-in Advising hours and by appointment.

Continued Support After Graduation

The Hubbard Center can provide assistance with your resume, direct you toward job search resources, and help you with career exploration. Alumni continue to have access to Handshake, the job and internship portal, but may need to request an account. If you need assistance with Handshake, contact hubbard@depauw.edu.

Resources for Alumni

LinkedIn: Reach out to alumni for support and advice using the LinkedIn official DePauw University Alumni Group. Each contact can lead to information, opportunities, and additional contacts. The key to networking is connecting with people so you reach the largest possible group in any field.
Alumni Gateway: Our online alumni community helps you find and connect with classmates, maintain your contact information, share your post-graduate experience, network with current students, and register for regional and on-campus events. The Office of Alumni Relations is responsible for updating and managing the Alumni Directory.

As a DePauw graduate, you can be an invaluable resource to help current students as they plan their DePauw and post-graduation experience.
Job Shadowing- Contact us if you would like to invite current DePauw students to shadow you or your colleagues at work.
Networking- Contact us if you would like to assist students with expanding their professional connections

Career Resources

Explore your path to success with our curated collection of tools, job boards, and resources designed to support your career journey. Whether you're searching for internships, full-time opportunities, or industry insights, this page connects you to trusted platforms and valuable information to help you achieve your professional goals. Start exploring and take the next step toward your future today!