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Alumni

A variety of services are available, whether you are a job seeker, an employer, or you want to connect with students.

Northwestern alumni can receive free career coaching services for life, and we also have opportunities for alumni to share their wisdom with current students.

Career coaches are available in-person, via phone, or virtually to walk students and alumni through their career questions step by step.

Appointment Information Instructions

Virtual and in-person coaching appointments can be scheduled through Handshake.

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Career & Leadership Development

The Career & Leadership Development team provides many free tools to help students and alumni pursue their goals.

Our career experts also share professional guidance through coaching. Coaching topics include, but are not limited to:

Self-Assessments & Interpretation
Resume / Cover Letter Review
Interview Preparation
Career Exploration
Career Change Strategy
Graduate School Assistance
Job Search Strategies
Employer & Professional Connections
LinkedIn / Networking Assistance

Career Development provides career guidance for both students and alumni. Explore our resources below:

Resumes & Cover Letters

Networking

Interviewing

More than 300 alumni and industry professionals voluntarily assist students grow into successful careers and leadership roles by investing through informational interviews, resume reviews, career advice, mentoring, and more.

Career Communities Stories

Connect with alumni and professionals to expand your network.

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Graduate School Resources

Learn how to confidently build your path to continuing education.

*20% discount for our UNW Alumni on the graduate school programs

Remember that networking is not about what you can get from them, but what you can do for them. Networking is all about developing relationships, so when you talk with people, listen. They have a lot of wisdom and advice they want to share with you.

Amanda Brooks

Pay attention to the things you do that are easy, effortless or bring you joy. Notice when some affirms you for something you did or accomplished that causes you to say, "That was easy! It came naturally to me!" Those experiences point you to possible career choices or ways of finding your passion within your career.

Anna Malvig Kauffman

Use your time in college to gain as much work experience as you can. Any job you have, even if it's not in your field of expertise, can be used to help shape you. Each job you have helps you gain knowledge, skills and talents that you can bring to your desirable career.

Aaron Thelen

It's so important to know that everyone's job experience is different. Some of my colleagues were hired from their internships. Others applied to dozens of jobs before getting hired. Always remember that God will place you where you're meant to be. As you continue putting in effort into your career, keep an open mind.

Hannah Gullickson

Ask God for help with your decisions and keep you on the straight path. Consider a position where you will be challenged (you will learn and not become easily bored). Ask other successful people you know for their input. Surround yourself with good people. Do not be afraid to step out in faith. Listen for Him – He is there.

Daniel Zeilermeir