Graduate Students: Start Planning What’s Next

The St. Thomas Career Development Center supports graduate students with individualized support and specialized resources. Whether you are exploring potential pathways, building your network, or searching for your next opportunity, we are here to support you in every stage of your career journey. 

Graduate students may meet with a career coach in person or virtually by making an appointment in Handshake. Coaching appointments cover any of the following topics:

  • Resume & Cover Letter Review
  • Networking Strategies
  • LinkedIn Optimization
  • Job & Internship Search
  • Career Transition and Exploration
  • Practice Interviews
  • Job Offers & Negotiation
  • And more!

Featured Articles

Advice from Alumni: Interviewing

Navigating the interview process can be daunting, but you are not alone! We asked alumni on St. Thomas Connect: “What advice do you have for Tommies preparing to interview for a job or internship position?” Dozens of St. alumni shared advice to help you interview with confidence and secure job offers. Check out these top 6 interview tips below!

By Marit Aaseng
Marit Aaseng Assistant Director of Alumni and Graduate Career Services
Read more

Resume Tips for Older Workers: How to Craft a Standout One (With Examples!)

Job hunting can be challenging at any age, but it comes with unique obstacles for older workers—especially in today’s competitive job market. Whether you’re looking to re-enter the workforce, switch careers, or move on from your current position, a standout …

Read more

Keys to Success for Graduate Students

Graduate school is an exciting yet challenging chapter in your academic and professional journey. Whether you’re pursuing a master’s or a Ph.D., this period is marked by a deeper level of academic rigor, research, and personal development.

Here are some …

By Essivi Essenam Komlanvi
Essivi Essenam Komlanvi
Read more

How to Write a Resume Branding Statement (Examples Included!)

If someone asked you to sum up your entire resume in a few sentences, could you do it? Crafting a concise resume branding statement can feel like a challenge, but it’s a powerful way to showcase your value.

In this …

Read more

Alumni Advice: Making a Strong First Impression

St. Thomas students are meeting many new people this fall, both in the classroom and at the Fall Career Fair on September 20th. We asked alumni on St. Thomas Connect: “What advice do you have on how to make a great first impression” Check out their words of wisdom below!

By Marit Aaseng
Marit Aaseng Assistant Director of Alumni and Graduate Career Services
Read more

Sidebar

Career Resources

Contact & Location

Phone
(651) 962-6761
Address

MHC 123
2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105

Career Service Hours

Monday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Thursday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Drop-ins Monday-Friday 10am-3pm (during fall and spring semesters)