Design Your Future, Your Way
Whether you’re bursting with ideas or have no clue where to start, the Center for Career Development is here to turn your “What if?” or “I don’t know…” into a clear, confident “What’s next.”
Your Gustavus liberal arts education isn’t just about earning a degree – it’s about discovering your passions and building a life of purpose. From polishing your very first résumé and exploring majors to applying for internship funding and landing your dream offer, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
How We Partner With You:
- Career & Major Exploration: Match your strengths, values, and Gustavus coursework to meaningful career pathways.
- Résumés, Cover Letters & AI Literacy: Learn how to craft modern, ATS-friendly application materials and ethically leverage AI tools in your job search.
- Internships & Engaged Learning: Access hands-on opportunities and apply for internal funding (like the Engaged Learning Fund) to support unpaid or underpaid experiences.
- Networking & Mentorship: Connect with a powerful global network of Gustie alumni through GustieConnect, mentoring events, and site visits.
- Interview & Offer Strategy: Practice mock interviews on Big Interview, master salary negotiation, and evaluate grad school or job offers.
Four Years, Endless Possibilities: Where Are You Right Now?
Discovering strengths, test-driving majors, and building foundational skills. Take self-assessments, stop by Peer Career Advisor Drop-In Hours, and build you initial college résumé.
Gaining real-world experience through internships, research, study away, or campus leadership. Find opportunities on Handshake, apply for internships, and practice interviewing.
Launching your post-grad plan – whether that’s a career, fellowship, or graduate school. Target employers, polish application materials, negotiate offers, and attend career expos and Job & Internship Fairs.
Ready to Take Your Next Step?
- Drop In: Visit us in the campus center for quick 15 minute résumé checks and Handshake tips with our Peer Career Advisors.
- Schedule an Appointment: Log into Handshake to book a1:1 session with a Career Specialist.
- In-Person: Visit us in Johnson Student Union 209 – we’re open Monday through Friday from 8 am – 4:30 pm and have trained Peer Career Advisors available for drop-in appointments and questions Monday – Thursday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm and Friday 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
- Virtually: We also offer virtual appointments through Google Meet or Zoom
Need help? Here’s how to book an appointment on Handshake.
Contact us:
career@gustavus.edu | 507-933-7575
