Keep Growing. Keep Leading.
Whether you're climbing the ladder, changing careers, building new skills, or exploring what's next, Grand Valley is here to support your professional journey.
From career coaching and networking to continuing education and exclusive alumni resources, you'll find the tools to help you reach your next goal.
Find a New Opportunity
Whether you're actively job searching or just exploring, GVSU has resources to help.
HANDSHAKE
Handshake is a powerful online resource connecting GVSU students & alumni to top employers and career resources. As Lakers for a Lifetime, alumni continue to have access to the power of Handshake.
CAREER READINESS
Get support and advice for navigating your career after graduation. Topics include imposter syndrome, job searching, writing resumes, and evaluating job offers.
CENTER FOR ADULT AND CONTINUING STUDIES
Whatever your continuing education goals are, we understand you have concerns that are more than academic. We'll help you navigate the obstacles keeping you from achieving your goals.
RETIRE WELL
Learn everything you need to know before and during retirement. Topics include Medicare, estate planning, investing and income in retirement, maximizing social security, and the hidden costs of aging.
ALUMNI NETWORKS
Connect with one of our regional or affinity networks for opportunities to unite with fellow Lakers through socializing, networking, learning, and community service.
LINKEDIN ALUMNI
View fellow GVSU alumni on LinkedIn. With options to search by location, industry, and more it's easy to make a connection.
KEEP LEARNING LONG AFTER GRADUATION
Upcoming Career & Professional Development Events
Attend webinars, networking events, leadership workshops, career fairs, and professional development sessions designed to help you grow your skills and expand your network.
Hire a Laker
You know as well as anyone that GVSU students and alumni are talented and well prepared. The GVSU Career Center can assist you in hiring a fellow Laker, whether for student internships and co-ops or full time positions.
Get Career Coaching
Sometimes the best next step is talking with someone who's been there.
Browse GVSU's Career Coaching Database to connect with experienced coaches who can help you navigate career transitions, leadership growth, salary negotiations, personal branding, and more. Coaches offer discounts exclusively for GVSU alumni.