Career and Professional Development

Welcome to the CCPD. We are here to help you make informed decisions no matter where you are in your career development process. We can’t wait to meet you! Drop by the CCPD in Dewing Hall to get quick questions answered, documents reviewed, etc. and/or make an appointment to talk with a career coach. Book appointments online through Handshake.

During the academic year, career coaches offer Drop-ins, Weeks 1 through 10
Tuesday through Friday: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM

Contact Us: 269.337.7183 | career@kzoo.edu | Dewing Hall, 1st Floor

Exploration & Goals
4-Year Career Development Plan | Career Coaching | Career Assessments | Industry/Salary Research | Defining Success for Yourself | K-Treks: Career Immersion Experiences at K

Gaining Experience
Externships | Internships | Funding for Students | Campus Employment | Use Winter Break | Use Summer Break | Build Your Skills

Finding a First Destination
Handshake | Step-by-step Job/Internship Search | Recruiting Expo | Maximize Your Career Fair Experience | Resources for International Students | Graduate School | Gap Year/Service Programs | First Destinations of K Grads by Major

Navigating the Application Process
Resumes and Cover Letters | Interviewing | References and Recommendations | Dealing with Rejection

Building Connections
Wisr | Networking | Find a Mentor | Passions to Professions | Contact K Alumni