Career Resources & Opportunities
Discern Your Calling. Launch Your Career.
Whether you're exploring majors, searching for an internship, preparing for graduate school, or launching your first full-time job, the Career & Connection Institute (CCI) is here to help you connect your Gordon experience to your future.
Not sure where to start? That's okay, most students aren't. Schedule a career coaching appointment through Handshake to get started.
Discover the ways CCI can help
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Discover how your interests, strengths, values, and academic experiences connect to potential careers.
CCI can help you:
- Explore majors and career paths
- Understand transferable skills
- Connect with alumni and professionals
- Explore graduate school options
- Complete career assessments
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Not sure what career path is right for you? Career assessments can help you better understand yourself and identify careers that align with your interests, strengths, and goals.
StrengthsQuest (CliftonStrengths)
Discover your natural talents and learn how to leverage your strengths in academics, leadership, internships, and future careers.Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
Gain insight into your personality preferences, communication style, decision-making process, and ideal work environments.Strong Interest Inventory
Explore careers, industries, and work environments that align with your interests and motivations. -
Internships help you gain experience, build your resume, and explore career possibilities.
CCI can help you:
- Search for internships
- Register for internship credit
- Connect with employers
- Prepare application materials
- Explore internship funding opportunities
- Understand internship expectations and best practices
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Get personalized support with:
- Resumes
- Cover Letters
- LinkedIn Profiles
- Personal Statements
- Graduate School Application Materials
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Find opportunities on and off campus.
CCI can help you:
- Search Handshake
- Find on-campus employment
- Access community jobs
- Connect with employers
- Attend career fairs
- Develop a job search strategy
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Prepare with confidence.
CCI offers:
- Mock Interviews
- Interview Coaching
- Big Interview Platform
- Salary Negotiation Guidance
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Explore your options and prepare strong applications.
CCI can help with:
- Graduate School Advising
- Personal Statements
- Application Planning
- Interview Preparation
Your Career Journey at Gordon
Not sure what you should be doing right now? Use our Four-Year Career Readiness Plan as a guide.
First Year: Explore & Build Foundations
• Complete a StrengthsQuest, MBTI, or Strong
• Interest Inventory assessment
• Create your Handshake profile
• Join the CCI Canvas Course
• Meet with a Career Coach
• Explore majors and career interests
• Build your first resume
• Attend workshops and employer events
• Get involved on campus
Goal: Develop self-awareness and begin exploring your calling.
Second Year: Gain Experience & Leadership
• Apply for internships, research opportunities, or job shadowing experiences
• Create a LinkedIn profile
• Develop leadership skills through clubs and organizations
• Attend networking events
• Practice interviewing with Big Interview
• Meet with a Career Coach
Goal: Connect your interests and major to real-world opportunities.
Third Year: Build Professional Experience
• Secure an internship, research experience, or practicum
• Update your resume and LinkedIn profile
• Attend the Career Fair
• Expand your professional network
• Conduct mock interviews
• Explore graduate school options
Goal: Gain meaningful experience and clarify your post-graduation plans.
Fourth Year: Launch Your Career
• Apply for jobs or graduate school
• Refine your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and portfolio
• Practice interviewing
• Learn salary negotiation strategies
• Build your professional network
• Complete the First Destination Survey
Goal: Successfully transition from college to career.