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!

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

Drop-in Help (Weeks 1-10):
Monday–Thursday 1:30–4:00 p.m. in Dewing Hall

Exploration & Goals
4-Year Career Development Plan | Career Coaching | Career Assessments | Industry/Salary Research | Job Shadowing | 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
K-Connect | Step-by-step Job/Internship Search | Recruiting Expo | Maximize Your Career Fair Experience | Resources for International Students & those Seeking Employment Abroad | Graduate School | Gap Year/Service Programs | First Destinations of K Grads by Major

Navigating the Application Process
Résumés, Cover Letters, and Curriculum Vitaes | Interviewing | Personal Branding/Reputation Management | References and Recommendations | Dealing with Rejection

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