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Career Advising Appointments

Looking for personalized advice and information regarding your career plan? Interested in conducting a practice interview? Need networking advice related to your internship or job search? Schedule an appointment with your Career Advisor!

Drop in to CareerLab

Need a resume reviewed or advice on how to start one? Have some questions about using Handshake, or LinkedIn? Curious about what you can do with your major? Drop into CareerLab! 

Attend Career Events

The Career Center offers a wide variety of events to help you successfully land after graduating from GVSU! Attending workshops, career fairs, and employer hosted events are great activities to add to your short and long - term career plan and are available to students and alumni!




Career Events

Virtual Information Session: Fulbright US Student Program- Tips and Guidelines as you draft your essays

July 22, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Interested in teaching English abroad as a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA)? Curious about the Fulbright Study/Research (S/R) grants for US students seeking support for a year of funded graduate...

Alumni Webinar: Ask an Advisor with Dayna Phillips and Stephanie Jensen

July 29, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Join us for a virtual “Ask an Advisor” session designed specifically for alumni seeking general career support and guidance. This open Q&A format offers the opportunity to ask questions...

Industry Forum: Building Momentum - Engineering Partnerships that Work

August 7, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The Padnos College of Engineering (PCE) Industry Forum brings together employer partners, faculty, and staff to discuss PCE partnerships and share best practices for experiential learning. While co-op...

Student Scholars Day 2027

April 14, 2027 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement, the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS) and the Student Scholars Day Faculty Planning Committee are thrilled to welcome you to the...

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Employer Info Sessions

CBP Law Enforcement Officer Recruitment Webinar � July 21st

When: Tuesday, July 21st 2026, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Location: Virtual

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has higher grade federal law enforcement opportunities and entry-level openings for Customs and Border Protection Officers, and we need you! Join us to hear from CBP Officers who do the job every day and learn more about a career with OFO. Every day we protect our nations borders from those who threaten our legitimate trade and travel, provide security and safety from harmful substances like fentanyl, and humanitarian aid to those in need. Register today to learn more during a live webinar presentation on TUESDAY, JULY 21st @ 11:00 AM ET. Youll get an insiders view on the rewards of the job and learn about the qualifications youll need to start your federal law enforcement career.  ***EARN UP TO $60,000 IN RECRUITMENT & RETENTION INCENTIVES for newly appointed Custom and Border Protection Officers. Conditions apply. Attend the webinar or visit our website for details: https://careers.cbp.gov/s/career-paths/ofo/cbpo. Click on the Apply button on this site to register for the event. Complete the short form and select Customs and Border Protection Office (CBPO or CBP Officer) from the Positions of Interest dropdown menu. Youll receive the webinar link approximately two days before the event. Not interested in law enforcement? Go ahead and register for this webinar and select one of the many other rewarding career opportunities so CBP can stay in touch with news of future career events and position openings. 

More Infoabout the CBP Law Enforcement Officer Recruitment Webinar � July 21st event starting 7/21/2026

Mayo Clinic DLMP Careers Webinar

When: Tuesday, July 21st 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CDT
Location: Virtual

Curious about what its like to build a career at Mayo Clinic?Join us for a live webinar to hear from recruiters and current staff about open roles, career paths, and why Mayo Clinic continues to lead in patient care and innovation.Who should attend? 
Students completing an Associate or Bachelors degree 
Recent graduates looking to launch a rewarding, hands-on career in healthcare
Professionals interested in transitioning into laboratory medicine
Anyone curious about the day-to-day impact of laboratory professionals at Mayo Clinic
What youll gain from this session: Insight into what these critical roles actually do day-to-day. Real answers to your questions about starting a rewarding healthcare career with us. A look at growth and development opportunities in our laboratory process.In the meantime, you can watch this quick "Day in the Life" video to see our team in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjcEe9yyFh0This is your chance to explore the possibilities. 

More Infoabout the Mayo Clinic DLMP Careers Webinar event starting 7/21/2026

Career Center News

April in the Career Center

April in the Career Center

As the 2025-26 academic year wrapped up, the GVSU Career Center celebrated student success through Internship Awards, Student Scholars Day, and a year full of career events, employer connections, and support preparing Lakers for what's next.

May 4, 2026

March in the Career Center

March in the Career Center

As the semester winds down, the GVSU Career Center continues to build momentum by connecting students and alumni with meaningful opportunities. From engaging events to new alumni-focused initiatives, March was filled with valuable experiences.

Apr 1, 2026

February in the Career Center

February in the Career Center

February 2026 was a fantastic month in the Career Center. Read on to Engage, Connect, and Discover more about how we helped Lakers have a successful February.

Mar 2, 2026

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