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- Students
- Alumni
- Employers
- On-Campus Student Employment
- Student Information
- Supervisor Information
- Sample Documents
- Cardinal Closet
- Events
- Handshake - Online Job Database
- First Destination Survey
- SVSU Success Stories
- Meet the Staff
Let's prepare for your future
Our team of Career services professionals are eager to assist you as you explore and prepare for exciting career opportunities ahead. It's never too early to get started!
Handshake
Our exclusive online job database for on-campus jobs, co-ops, internships, part-time and full-time jobs available for students and alumni.
CHECK OUT HANDSHAKE NOW
Cardinal Closet - Accepting Donations!
We are looking for any professional clothes you may want to donate including suits, dress pants, dress shirts, shoes and ties. Call (989) 964-4954 for more information on how to donate.
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The Office of Career Services'mission is to support both the economic vitality of the region and the professional development of our students and alumni by assisting in matching top-quality students and graduates with local organizations to meet the needs of the community.Career Services at SVSU is dedicated to providing the professional development resources to every student throughout theircollege career and beyond -- free of charge.
The Career Services websitecontains numerous student and employer resources that will help students become career ready! There are resume and cover letter templates crucial for making a good first impression on an employer, resources on how to prepare for life after SVSU, personality assessments to assist undecided students in declaring a major and more.We look forward to serving as a resource center for students and alumni, providing the appropriate services and information that will assist them in successfully meeting their career objectives and professional development, and providing mutually beneficial links between students and employers.
Cardinal for Life Resources
Current student appointments
Alumni appointments
Resume and Cover Letter Building
Mock Interviews
Handshake Job Database
Job Search Strategies for part-time/ full-time jobs, internships & co-ops
Employment Fairs and Networking Events
Resources for Developing your Networking Brand
Where do I start?
Students
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It's never to early to start planning! We're here to empower and guide you through every step of your career decision-making process.
- Resume and cover letter templates
- Mock interviews
- Internship and job searchstrategies
- Job fairs and professional networking events
- STRONG interest inventoryassessment for undecided majors
- 1-1 meetings with a career services coach
- Professional clothing from the Cardinal Closet
More for Students
Alumni
Even after you leave the nest, we want to ensure our Cardinals are prepared for the workforce. If you are having trouble finding a job after graduation or want help with a career transition, meet with us today!
- Job searchstrategies
- Resume and cover letter assistance
- Mentoringopportunities
- Employment resources
- Young Professional Networks
- 1-1 meetings with a career services coach
More for Alumni
Employers
Looking to hire top quality SVSU students and alumni?
- Post jobs through Handshake
- Attend Job Fairs and Networking events
- Become an SVSU Career Services Employer Partner
- Handshake Resources
More for Employers
Faculty & Staff
We want to partner with you! Whether you are looking to hire a student for your department or want a career services professional to speak with your class, we are here to help!
- Classroom presentations
- On-campus student employment resources
- Supervisor Training
Schedule Classroom Presentation
RSO's
Let Career Services meet with your RSO! Schedule a presentation to cover;
- Resume & Cover Letter Preparation
- Interviewing Skills & Tips
- Building a professional Network
- and more!
Parents & Families
We hope you’ll encourage your student to take advantage of our services! We look forward to offering guidance in identifying their career interests while discussing their skills, values, and personality.
View the First Destination Survey to see where recent SVSU graduates have gone to work, continue their education or starting salaries based on major!
Graduate Outcomes
2024-2025 Upcoming Events
Sep
10
Accounting & Finance Job Fair and Networking
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 | 3pm - 5pm |
Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
Sep
20
Fall University-Wide Employment Fair
Friday, September 20, 2024 | 12pm - 3pm |
Ryder Center East Arena
Oct
17
Fall Education & Human Services Employment Fair
Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 4pm - 6pm |
Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
Nov
6
Dine & Connect
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 5pm - 6:30pm |
Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
Nov
21
Manufacturing & Information Technology (MIT) Job Fair
Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 3pm - 5pm |
Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
Jan
31
Spring University-Wide Employment Fair
Friday, January 31, 2025 | 12pm - 3pm |
Ryder Center
Mar
20
Spring Education & Human Services Employment Fair
Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 4pm - 6pm |
Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms
CONTACT US.
Call Us
989-964-4954
Stop By
Wickes Hall 270
Email Us
careers@svsu.edu
