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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

Ready, Set, Work! A Student's Guide to On-Campus Jobs

July 15, 2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

=� Ready, Set, Work! A Freshman's Guide to On-Campus JobsStarting college is exciting, but figuring out how to land your first on-campus job can feel a little overwhelming. Good news: we've got...

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...

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

Career Chat Live: Ask a Recruiter Anything!

When: Tuesday, July 14th 2026, 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Location: Virtual

Are you wondering how to make your resume stand out? Confused about what recruiters really look for in a candidate? Curious about how to ace your next interviewor what to do if you dont have any experience?Join us for Career Chat Live, an interactive virtual Q&A session where you get to ask a professional recruiter anything about your career search! Whether you're just getting started or preparing for your next big move, this is your chance to get real-world advice straight from someone who helps people land jobs every day.Come with your questionsor just come to listen and learn. Either way, youll leave more prepared and confident about your job search journey!

More Infoabout the Career Chat Live: Ask a Recruiter Anything! event starting 7/14/2026

Open Interviews @ Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Every Tuesday 10am-3pm

When: Tuesday, July 14th 2026, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT
Location: 300 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548, United States

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is hosting Open Interviews every Tuesday from 10:00 AM  3:00 PM!We are offering both in-person and online interview options for candidates interested in nursing, behavioral health, direct care, and more.Come learn about our culture, available opportunities, and how you can grow your career with Pine Rest.We look forward to connecting with you

More Infoabout the Open Interviews @ Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Every Tuesday 10am-3pm event starting 7/14/2026

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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Internships are instrumental in helping students achieve their post graduation goals. Help support those who are completing an unpaid experience through this scholarship!

This fund helps to offset the costs for students in unpaid internships.




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