Kraig Lee Whitmyer '18
My favorite memory of GVSU is enjoying my first Laker bowl celebration with my Freshmen roommates after our Come Sail Away jam session with T-Haas at the Fieldhouse.
The Human and Public Service Community covers a wide range of jobs or career interests. Passionate about advocating for change? Enjoy communicating ideas and presenting on them? Skilled in critical thinking around various issues? This may be a great community for you to join! Some of the jobs you may learn more about include social worker, attorney, city planner, lobbyist, non-profit administrator, and detective. Jobs will be explored through internship postings, event opportunities, industry information, and professional development resources.
Many students are interested in pursuing areas within human and public service at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here are some tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various pathways in human and public service careers.
Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look like a variety of things. The important thing is to try something!
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
Many students are interested in pursuing areas within human and public service at GVSU, but aren’t sure how to get started. Here are some tools to help you learn more about GVSU majors and various pathways in human and public service careers.
Career Path: I Just Want to Help People
Not-so-Secret Career Advice from a Former Secret Service Agent
Areas of interest might include advocacy work, support services, counseling, development, philanthropy, programming, or outreach
Areas of interest might include public safety, law enforcement, policy, research, lobbying, foreign service, or regulatory affairs
This area might include consultation, sales, entrepreneurship, law, or human resources
Click on each career guide to obtain information about internship & volunteer sites, job titles, and skills relevant to these areas.
Check out department websites for course offerings and curriculum guides, additional career resources, relevant events, and more!
Minors and certificates can be a great way to demonstrate to employers that you have training in a specific area or skillset.
Check out what alumni are doing in human and public service related sectors to help inform your own career journey.
My favorite memory of GVSU is enjoying my first Laker bowl celebration with my Freshmen roommates after our Come Sail Away jam session with T-Haas at the Fieldhouse.
Being a transitions leader and on the Go Team was the best experience to welcome everyone back to campus (freshmen and TLs) in an exciting and fun way!
My favorite GV memories are all of my memories hanging out with my friends at my job at the 2020 Info Desk, Voices of GVSU Gospel Choir, and my sorority sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
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Getting involved and gaining experience is a great way to explore your interests, “test out” ideas, and learn more about the world of work. Getting involved can look like a variety of things. The important thing is to try something!
On-campus student organizations with a professional goal are an excellent way to explore your future career and get involved in your field. For more information on the organizations below use the GVSU LakerLink.
Environmental
National Association
of Environmental Professionals
Student Conservation Association
Nonprofit
Certified Nonprofit
Professionals (CNP)
Young Nonprofit Professionals
International City/County
Manager Association
Psychology
American Psychological Association
American Board of Forensic Psychology
American Counseling Association
National Board Certified Counselors
Social Work
The
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
September 29, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
All Grand Valley students and alumni are invited to attend a GVSU/JCPenney Suit-Up Event! This event will include options to participate virtually or in-person. In-person: Come to JCPenney at RiverTown...
October 1, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Are you preparing for the upcoming Fall GVSU Career and Internship Fair, but not quite sure where to start? The Career Center will be hosting a drop-in event to help you refine your resume, formulate...
October 2, 2024 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from the Peace Corps! Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals...
October 9, 2024 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Fall Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni of...
October 16, 2024 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor Lobby anytime between 10am and 2pm to meet representatives from Blue Bridge ABA PLCC! Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals...
9/24/24
ARS FMAD Grants and Financial Management Intern (Virtual - Beltsville, MD) Spring 2025
for job 9330966
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Expires: 9/29/24
9/24/24
ARS FMAD Accounting/Finance Management Intern (Virtual - Beltsville, MD) Spring 2025
for job 9330902
USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS)
Expires: 9/29/24
9/24/24
Management and Program Analyst
for job 9330355
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Expires: 9/28/24
Some jobs and industries may require you to go beyond a bachelor’s degree to consider graduate level programs and/or licensure. For some students, they may choose to start a graduate program immediately after undergrad, while others may choose to take a gap year to gain experience before pursuing an advanced degree.
Some common post-undergraduate pathways in Human and Public Service may include:
Office Address: 101B DeVos
Phone: (616) 331-6708
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Dayna is a Career Advisor who works with students, faculty, and employers in the public, nonprofit, and social science areas. She also works with exploratory students.
Office Address: 101B DeVos
Phone: (616) 331-6708
Email: [email protected]
Rachel is a Career Advisor and Internship Specialist, helping students and faculty with internship programming and initiatives. She also serves students in psychology, dance, theatre, and music.